History
Located in the heart of Old Town Fort Collins, Colorado, the newly renovated Ace Gillett's is an underground cocktail music lounge that touts rich history, live music, forward-thinking classic cocktails and familiar comfort. A secluded enclave under the boutique Armstrong Hotel, our space is representative of its namesake, a prominent fixture in Fort Collins' history of hospitality. Celebrating a bygone era of convivial service in a welcoming, cozy atmosphere, we're proud to serve perfectly executed shareable plates and small bites to complement handcrafted cocktails, curated in partnership with Proprietors LLC, experts in the cocktail industry and the minds behind both acclaimed New York and Denver Death & Co outposts. Our 3,000 sq. ft. space includes intimate bar and table seating, an extensive vinyl record collection and space for live performances and dancing, and a private dining space for small groups and events.
Specialties
Ace Gillett's Supper Club & Lounge pairs handcrafted cocktails and reimagined comfort foods with live music and spinning vinyl for a distinctive Fort Collins experience. Ace Gillett's has celebrated community and connections through food, drink and music since 1923. 'All are welcome; you're a stranger here but once.' Pairing food and drink with music in a refined but relaxed underground lounge presents a sensory experience that is more art than science. By introducing craft cocktail and food lovers to the music programming, Ace Gillett's will accentuate the flavor profiles of its food and drink through curated live music and a collection of vinyl to set an atmosphere of effortless enjoyment. Ace's handcrafted cocktails and food menus are designed to be shared and encourage connection through interaction. The menus also provide simple and approachable selections that showcase the seasons, while providing a unique take on dining in Fort Collins. Tastefully executed shareable plates, small bites and regional offerings will complement the newly crafted cocktail menus, ultimately creating an intimate and relaxed social experience in a refined setting that is welcoming to all. The Ace Gillett's menu showcases detailed hand-drawn diagrams of classic cocktails, including a list of ingredients, methods for crafting, the year established, people that made the drink famous and food and music pairings to heighten the guest experience.