Din Dumpling Will Open in Fort Collins

The new eatery plans to bring handcrafted dumplings to the Old Town district.

Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Openings & Closings

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Din Dumpling will open a new restaurant at 120 W. Olive St. in Fort Collins, filling a vacant space in the city's Old Town district. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Din Dumpling is set to open a new restaurant at 120 W. Olive St. in Fort Collins. The business recently filed a sign permit application to prepare for its launch in the former space of Uno Mas Taqueria & Cantina.

Why it matters

The arrival of the new dumpling shop fills a vacant commercial space in the busy Old Town neighborhood. It brings a new dining option focused on handcrafted fare to the local community.

A sign permit application for the new establishment was submitted to the city on Sept. 25. The site is located at 120 W. Olive St., which has remained vacant since the prior tenant closed.

The players

Din Dumpling

This is a new restaurant business that plans to serve handcrafted dumplings and noodles in Fort Collins.

Uno Mas Taqueria & Cantina

This was the previous tenant that operated a restaurant at the 120 W. Olive St. location until May.

The details

Din Dumpling will specialize in handcrafted dumplings, xiao long bao, and various noodle dishes. The business has begun building its online presence by launching social media pages to announce the upcoming opening.

Timeline

  1. May 16: Uno Mas Taqueria & Cantina closed its Old Town Fort Collins location.

  2. Sept. 25: A sign permit application for Din Dumpling was filed with the city.

  3. Oct. 5: The site at 120 W. Olive St. was observed to remain closed.

Market Landscape

The transition of this property reflects the ongoing turnover of retail and dining spaces in the Old Town Fort Collins business corridor. This move positions the new eatery to capture foot traffic in one of the city's most prominent commercial hubs.

Residents can expect a new dining option focused on handmade noodles and dumplings at the site of the former taqueria. The opening will eventually provide a new venue for shoppers and visitors in the Old Town area.

The takeaway

The addition of a specialty dumpling house highlights the continued evolution of the local dining scene. Consumers looking for new menu options in the city center should watch for further updates on the official launch timeline.

Further reading

For more information on local business activity, visit the Fort Collins Openings & Closings section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by The Coloradoan.

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