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In addition to the new homes for sale in Ft. Collins and Loveland, Northern Colorado is known for its diverse range and quantity of restaurants per capita. Offering fine dining, bistros, pubs, cafes and more, Loveland has a great selection of locally owned hot spots popular with The Lakes at Centerra<\/a> residents. To help you plan your next meal out, we’ve compiled a list of five homegrown and delicious restaurants in Loveland.<\/p>\n

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4th<\/sup> Street Chophouse<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The 4th Street Chophouse is a Loveland classic that was designed with an upscale 1930’s theme in mind. The Chop House specializes in seafood and steak, recreating popular dishes from the 1930s to build upon its historical and authentic vibe. Appetizers include steamed mussels, shrimp cocktails and onion strings while dinner featureshigh-end options such as halibut, lobster ravioli, and rosemary grilled chicken breast.<\/p>\n

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Bent Fork TheGrill<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Located at the Promenade Shops at Centerra, the Bent Fork The Grill is locally owned and serves contemporary American food with a sophisticated twist.Offering a warm and cozy environment,the interior is decorated with art from local studios and community members. Using only local ingredients, dishes are carefully selected to reflect the modern soul of American cuisine. Bent Fork The Grill features main courses like buffalo pot roast and Jamaican jerk pork chops. You’ll also want to save room for the robust dessert and wine selection.<\/p>\n

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Mo \u2018Betta Gumbo<\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you’re in the mood for some Cajun-style food, mo’ Betta Gumbo serves family recipes from Fourth Street’s oldest commercial building. With sidewalk seating options, mo’ Betta Gumbo is nestled in the heart of Loveland’s arts and entertainment district and brings a unique “N’awlins style flair.” Serving up a taste of southern comfort, dishes include gumbo, jambalaya and flavorful seafood such as crawfish, shrimp and catfish.<\/p>\n

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Nordy’s Barbeque<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nordy’s BBQ<\/a> is a family-owned and operated local joint in Loveland where residents and families come to enjoy slow cooked ribs, brisket and pork. During your visit, ask your server for the “<\/strong>sauce tour” where you can sample each of the original five homemade barbeque sauces including Kansas City, Carolina Mustard, Texas, Jalapeno and Colorado Wildfire.<\/p>\n

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Door 222 Food & Drink<\/strong><\/p>\n

Right next door to the Rialto Theatre, Door 222 is another excellent fine dining option in Loveland. Creating an eclectic atmosphere, award-winning local artists Matt Kauffman and Rachel Olsen have worked to decorate Door 222 with their personalized metalwork, woodwork and photography. From chicken and waffles to saut\u00e9ed shrimp and bacon wrapped dates, there’s something for every member of the family at Door 222.<\/p>\n

Northern Colorado, and Centerra in particular, is recognized as a regional destination for restaurants, shopping, entertainment, healthcare, employment, culture, outdoor activities and more. Visit The Lakes at Centerra<\/a> today for a tour of any one of our 13 beautifully crafted model homes, open daily for your convenience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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