Restaurants in Boulder

“Did the tasting menu and it was fantastic. Some of the cocktails were a little “meh”, and so I’d be more likely to do wine there in the future. The caviar on corn cake—one of the three starters—was probably the best bite of food I’ve had this year.

The crudo (the second course) seemed a bit lacking to me, but others at the table really liked it. Otherwise, everything was perfect.”

“The food was delicious, the portions were generous. Felt like a neighborhood. highly recommend.”

“Food was good and the service by the staff was perfect, Kevin was great he brought out the food on time and it was fresh.

Kid-friendliness: My daughter loved the food and she was able to enjoy her time here.”

“The fact that they have live jazz bands, then play actual jazz vinyl in between sets, is just amazing! But they're food? Well, let's just say that their Crabby Pattie is better than Bikini Bottom's 😋 And, their cozy environment makes it just right”

“Great option for those that are gluten free and/or dairy free.”

“My family and I recently had the pleasure of dining at Basta, and it was a truly wonderful experience. It's not often you find a restaurant that can impress a diverse group including my wife, my mother, and my mother-in-law, but Basta did so with ease.

We started our meal with a selection of appetizers that set a high bar for the rest of the evening. The burrata was incredibly fresh and creamy, a perfect complement to the rich, smoky flavor of the olives. But the real star was the focaccia bread—warm, airy, and with just the right amount of salt, it was impossible to stop at just one piece.

For our main courses, we chose two pizzas and a vegetable dish. The zucchini was a fantastic addition, with the fresh, crisp vegetable elevated by the vibrant basil romanesco and the satisfying crunch of the breadcrumbs. The clam pizza was a delightful surprise, with the briny clams and a hint of lemon perfectly balanced against the smoky, blistered crust from the wood-fired oven. The Daisy pizza was a testament to the restaurant's philosophy of using high-quality ingredients; simple yet perfect, with a wonderfully flavorful tomato sauce and creamy mozzarella.

To finish our meal, we decided to indulge in all of their desserts, and we were not disappointed. Each one was a perfect ending to our dinner. The Campfire vanilla ice cream had a unique, smoky sweetness that was balanced by the vibrant and refreshing orange and beet sorbet. The sweet corn ice cream was an unexpected and delicious highlight, while the rich chocolate budino with pistachio butter was pure decadence. And of course, the donuts were a warm, fluffy, and perfect final touch.

Basta’s combination of a warm, inviting atmosphere and truly incredible food made for a special and memorable night. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable, adding to the overall great experience. We left feeling completely satisfied and already talking about when we could return. I highly recommend Basta for any occasion, whether it's a date night or a special family gathering.

Special thank you to Suzanne and Chef Alex for creating such a special evening.”

“Casual atmosphere, incredible brews, and kombucha for those preferring NA...hard to beat Sanitas Brewing!”

“Awesome restaurant!! Food is great ☺”

“Absolutely delicious! Can’t wait to go back. The owner is warm, friendly, and so helpful. The crepes were fabulous!”

“The French have their best restaurant here. The Italians try also. This is truly the best Chinese food in the state of Colorado. I was asked for my last meal beer duck spicy chicken and kanji. The traditional menu here is fire”

“Delicious Salvadoran food”

“lovely ambiance, I love the banquette seating at some tables so can sit close to my boyfriend on date night ! bouef bourgeon was fantastic and they have interesting cocktails”

“Had chow mein spicy and it really felt so good and heart touching. I really felt so good with the taste , I went back to India once again. Must try spot when near by”

“Best restaurant in Boulder! Sad that it closed, probably due to its location -- not its food!”

“Awesome eats !! Grabbed a bite while hopping around thee very diverse center.”

“Everything we ate was absolutely delicious. We were very eager to come try this boulder location, it did not disappoint. The sweet potato is reasonably to come all on its own. We also had the agua chile, the coconut ceviche which is what dreams are made from, the pork and ribeye tacos.

My only critique is that tequila list is not made to be read in a dilly lit restaurant 😆”

“Most amazing tea place I’ve ever been, the food was spectacular and the tea was divine if you’re considering another place don’t. No tea place will compare.”

“One of my favorite long-standing Boulder traditions...the weekend ALWAYS begins with a Father/Daughter breakfast at the Village. The staff is INCREDIBLE...true legacy Boulder.”

“Our first time dining at this place though we have wanted to go for a while after someone posted about it after they opened. Finally made it and glad we made reservations as it was packed since it was peak time Friday evening. Spoke with Koji-san, the owner, while we were waiting for our table and he also stopped by each table to check on them which we thought was great. We had the takoyaki, kaisen-mix okonomiyaki and the spicy miso ramen. All came within a reasonable amount of time and were delicious! Koji-san explained the background of offering takoyaki, which was so interesting and great for him to share. We will definitely be back to try the other menu items, esp their sushi, which looked delicious! Great to see a business busy and doing well!”

“I LOVE this place. The service is impeccable. They remember their regulars, greet us with warmth, and give little perks.

They change the menu frequently and I was so sad then they removed the Truffle Beef Tartare - it was hands down the best tartare I’ve ever had AND one of the best dishes. Ever. I would do anything to have that back on the menu. Even if it’s just a “call back menu” of the locals favorites or something like that… as long as it includes that dish. I have dreams about it. SO GOOD!!

The current tartare is still pretty good. 😌

The pistachio crème brûlée is also a 🏆 🍮”

“Fresh, delicious and beautiful food. Super smiley and friendly staff. Love this place”

“We only had time for drinks and a snack. The staff were more than helpful and accommodating. We will definitely be back! The flavors of natural herbs coming through the desserts were superb!e”

“An amazing place!!! Amazing Food!! An amazing staff!!! Great atmosphere!!! Loved everything, can’t wait to go back!!! 🌟 ❤️”

“sam is amazing and has checked in on us multiple times and we are having great service!”

“Fantastic everything food vibes atmosphere staff everything 10/10”

“Great service and good food!”

“Highly recommend !!!! Great place for food, drink and music!!”

“Very flavorful. We are regulars!”

“The best in Boulder! Always love their beers and their grace I. The negative reviews - screw yelp trolls! Stay great !”

“Came in during The Christmas season and I have NEVER been in such a wonderfully dreamy and Christmassy decorated establishment!! It was so, so cute and everything we had was delicious! We came in for apps and drinks and got a holiday cocktail, the pretzel, and a devine apple strudel dessert! You will not be disappointed if you decide to stop in!”

“😋😋 good eating experience”

“My husband & I and our little dog had a fantastic stay!

They covered the basics and so much more.

Location is just about a mile from Pearl street with dozens of restaurants. The beds are comfortable. Rooms are set up efficiently with an L-shaped coach & desk. Free breakfast and wifi. Easy street parking if you want. Coffee available even after breakfast hours. Cookies in the evening.

Nice surprise — trivia in the lobby bar area Monday night.

And the best part was the staff, especially the manager Matt. The staff are friendly and work as a team. At check it there was just one other person checking in and the bartender jumped in the open a 2nd line

It’s a national chain, but we had a family owned business experience.”

“Went in for lunch a couple days ago with a friend for a couple of burgers. There was one server, one cook, maybe a dishwasher. It was not busy but wanted to give a thumbs up to our waitress cheyenne. She was so polite thoughtfull kind. I felt bad that she was on her own as hostess server busses and we left her a 50% tip now I wish I would have left 100%. Next time I'm in there im sure I will. If the manager reads this, give her a raise, she deserves it!!”

“Pretty good, really nice, just didnt have a decent restroom”

“The people working here are honestly awesome on Friday night (Feb 7th) after I worked and wanted to grab stuff on the way home from work and went through the drive thru, their screen ended up freezing up and I sat there for a minute or so not knowing what to do lol but I thought it was on me and felt so dumb and just pulled up- and was met w only kindness, apologies, they gave my food for free🥲🥹I can’t b eating mcdonalds every day but when I do have it I’m coming here bc I’ve never had a bad experience. Blessings for the individuals working here- they work so hard and are constantly serving people and I’ve never felt anything but positivity from them/ and in this world that’s everything.”

“The staff are so friendly!”

“Got to VIB in Denver last night. Stopped up to McDevitt Taco Supply roof top restaurant and bar. Happy hour was in progress. Sampled 4 different tacos. All excellent bursts of flavor. And the MTS staff and owners are excellent. This is what a first class experience is supposed to be.”

“very nice staff. a quick tasty lunch and you get a lot of good, fresh food for under 20$.”

“Stopped in for a drink while I charged my car! Best priced and best tasting Mimosa in town! Food looks amazing! Staff is very attentive and kind. Bar set up is perfect with a perfectly placed tv! Easy parking!”

“We had a calzone at Pizza Colore in Boulder, and it was SOOO delicious! 🤩🔥 If you're in the area, you need to try it! 🍕❤️”

“This is such an excellent restaurant, and a very special family-owned business that warms my heart every time I go in. There's no other restaurant in the Boulder-Denver area that compares for its quality of ingredients, perfect execution of the hot and cold traditional dishes, great sake selection, and friendly ambiance. They do the best salt-grilled mackerel I've ever had, the best agedashi mochi, the best nigiri sushi--and the miso-simmered dishes are amazing and hard to find elsewhere. The prices are fair and the food beats more expensive places in Denver. Yes, sometimes a dish will be sold out--but that's because they do everything fresh! I always feel taken care of there, and I always leave happy and well-fed, and thinking about my next visit.”

“I'm visiting Denver from Chicago and after dinner with friends we decide on a whim to get ice cream. The closest shop? Sweet Cow - Highlands! Do we know anything about it no? Nope. Does it have gluten free, dairy free? Yep. Cool, let's go. So off we go... First of all, we arrive at an adorable clean little shop where literally everyone is happy and having a good time. The tunes are jamming. The line is moving. It's a great space. We get to the counter. The staff greeted us enthusiastically, asking what can they get us. I have no clue. literally everything sounds delicious. I'm in choice overload panic. Zoe (give her a raise) asks if I'd like to try something. You know I would love to! What's my limit? I'm thinking 2... if I'm lucky 4... Zoe says (and I kid you not), "Wanna try all 24?" Wait, what?! I can do that?! Should I do that?! Another nice staff member with beautiful red hair whose name I didn't catch (so sorry) says "You can, and of course, you should." I mean, twist my arm. I'm in! I'm escorted out of the line to the little counter bar where Zoe provides a cup of 24 little wooden spoons in a cup and a cup for when those 24 little spoons get used. She then cheerily and patiently leads me through a delightful taste test of 24 of the most delicious ice cream flavors I have ever tasted in my life. I dislike berries, but even all the berry flavors were good. I'm not vegan, but the vegan flavors tasted like non-vegan ice cream. They even had a Gatorade sorbet that was out of this world refreshing. Zoe didn't rush me even once. She seemed to be having as much fun as me. Trying to narrow down the selection afterwards was excruciating, but it was so worth it. Everything was excellent. The customer service, the product, the experience... I would without doubt, one hundred percent recommend this shop to everyone who comes to Denver. It is a must visit right up there with the mountains. Truly. Unequivocally. 5 GOLD STARS, 2 THUMBS UP. LOYAL CUSTOMER FOR LIFE.”

“excellent food...different food choices and quality food”

“First timer … excellent sandwich, I mean really excellent Caprese and such a friendly server . I was having one of those rotten days and the server picked me and turned me around!”

“Kind staff. Excellent food. Vegan options. Warm, friendly atmosphere.”

“I’ve been using Skratch for awhile. Switch between it and Tailwind but I prefer Skratch for my marathon training. The carb/ sodium ratio is exactly what I need for my fall race. The passion fruit guava is amazing. Wish it was not a limited edition flavor. All of the flavors are great as well. Definitely recommend Skratch”

“Yummy ice cream!!! Great service. Local biz”

“We got the Herbs de Provence cake for our small wedding and it was amazing! I was the only GF one of our group but everyone loved it. Highly recommend if you want a delicious GF cake!”

“This place is amazing. So far everything has been so good . The food the service. After looking at some of these comments how people can't post their own opinion have to copy and paste unreal.... Glad I didn't come to these comments before I tried this place”

“Very nice place. Clean. Folks there super nice! Beers are delicious! We had a great time. Definitely would go back!”

“Builds community and creates a safe space. Cute environment (monthly all-king drag show every first monday)”

“When I sat at the bar tonight Kinley was my bartender and she was GREAT. She was friendly, personable, and efficient. I was having a bad day and came in on a whim to relax. Not only did I relax, but I also had a couple great drinks and fun conversation. Thanks Kinley! I’ll be back soon!”

“This family owned and operated restaurant is a must visit. The food is so tasty and flavorful. Using organic corn, they hand make their own masa. It really pays of in the flavor or their tacos, gorditas, and quesadillas. The veggies are locally sourced. The meat is roasted and cooked to perfection. The prices are also very affordable! At the time of this review, they did not have their liquor license, but we were allowed to bring in our own beer, which we brought in from a local brewery. The goal is to have margaritas and more once they get their license. I highly recommend this place, for lunch or dinner, for a date or for the family. I will be sure to return. *No photos of food because we ate it too fast, but it was super yummy! We tried the chips and guacamole, the burrito with barbacoa, and and combination plate. Even the rice and beans sides were delicious!”

“One of my favorite sushi places in the neighborhood, always friendly staff, always delicious and fresh food including their sushi. The place isn't very large and is quite cozy which adds to the overall atmosphere. Have been here several times ans probably would be here more often if I could. Know the owner, from earlier days and he and his wife are always so friendly and warm. Enjoyed fresh sushi as well as their eggplant and agedashi tofu.”

“Hats off and a big thanks to Kalita Grill Greek Café for helping Boulder get the message out to complete your #2020Census Forms. If you have NOT, respond today online at www.2020census.gov. An accurate count means Boulder will get millions of dollars in federal funding every year for schools, hospitals, fire protection, emergency services, healthcare, and vital community assistance programs. Everyone Counts in Boulder!”

“Such amazing food and very nice customer service! I went with a couple of friends and the Mater paneer was divine. Garlic Naan is definitely a must here as well. Very fast service as well.”

“Absolutely amazing! The place is beautiful and staff are super friendly and the food is delicious. I love that you get a lot of food as well for the price. It’s definitely not like other expensive restaurants and you only get a small amount of food. I am definitely going back.🥰”

“Food was delicious but the guy working it is just a great guy… gave us an extra dumpling and knew our toddler wanted the sauce on the side. If you see this posted up, definitely worth the visit!”

“Absolutely love the bison 🦬 pastie. The 🦃 Rueben & Cobb salad are other good choices. The ☕️ is tasty. I highly recommend Shamane’s Bakery.”

“One of the best pizzas I’ve ever had💚💜”

“Very flavorful Ice cream. Service in Ft Worth, TX was great. Made for enjoyable afternoon.”

“Love this place! Great food at a great price, it's hard to find a better deal out there that tastes so good and gives as generous portions as they do here. Quick to order, no nonsense, and great staff.”

“The wait staff feed me pancakes and tell me I'm pretty. That's about all I need in life 😆”

“I have been a patron of Dot's for almost 40 years!! 'nuff said 😁❤️”

“Always busy - and for good reason! Their bacon breakfast croissant is the best breakfast sandwich you’ll ever have. And the matcha is done perfectly. Fresh strawberries are used for strawberry syrup.”

“Felt like they picked up a French deli & provisions shop and plopped it down in Boulder! Sandwiches were simple and delicious! The shop had so many items that I wanted to try from the cheeses to the patés to the butters to the cookies. Highly recommend!”

“A wonderful experience if you've never tried mushroom and fused coffees and drinks! also provides a relaxing space to get work done or to meet up with a friend.”

“Excellent coffee from a rad guy! Highly recommend!”

“Well this was just delightful! For a few bucks, this was easily an hour's worth of information, entertainment, and sampling. The tour was really informative, and our tour guide had a good sense of humor. The gift shop has way more than just tea for purchase, and things are reasonably priced. The samples were great! They'll give you as much as you want.

Bonus tip: Don't miss the photo ops in the tasting room with the sleepytime bear. (Sexy husband not included!)”

“There are places that placed the priority on the atmosphere to the detriment of the food being served. May Wah has consistently delivered great food, lots of choice, in the neighborhood for as long as I can remember. Don't get me wrong: the atmosphere is most agreeable...(they have a round table with lazy Susan for instance) but the star of this show are the menu choices. I recommend you give them a try!”

“I love it here!! I order the house chai with almond milk and their coffee, both are so delicious. The view is one of the best in terms of coffee shops in Boulder, and the cups are so cute!

Also, the atmosphere inside is great they have plenty of outlets, the music is pretty calm, and the plants inside look like they are all thriving.

Can't wait to come back!!”

“Amazing food and incredibly polite staff. I will definitely be back! I highly recommend it.”

“Such friendly service and even better food!”

“Had a great meal here for lunch a few weeks ago so decided to use their catering for our baby shower. The food was so delicious and their customer service has been nothing short of wonderful in our experience. It is by far the best middle eastern food we have had in all of Colorado since moving here over 1.5 years ago.”

“I go here every week for lunch, the food is amazing, especially the tacos. Prices always stay the same, ther service is really quick and me and my freinds always have plenty of room outside the food truck to park and hangout after we get our food.”

“The fresh pasta is FABULOUS! Watching them prepare my food while we chatted was an added bonus. Fast, friendly and delicious!”

“Great local spot! Full bar with great food, large beer and liquor selection with multiple pool tables and bar games. Make sure to go on karaoke nights (Wed, Fri, Sat) because they are always a blast!! Shoutout to the bartenders and support staff who always take care of their guests.”

“Only in Boulder for a couple days, this is the third coffee shop that I tried same order 12 ounce Americano to drink in the cafe. All three were good: the Laughing Goat was the best, then Ozo, and Beleza.”

“Come here to find Gatorade and cigarettes and hope.”

“McKenna is an amazing beertender! She was so helpful and got us some sweet schwag! The beer is amazing! Atmosphere is great! Highly recommend the sour or Jalapeño lager! A must visit!”

“Went in for lunch a couple days ago with a friend for a couple of burgers. There was one server, one cook, maybe a dishwasher. It was not busy but wanted to give a thumbs up to our waitress cheyenne. She was so polite thoughtfull kind. I felt bad that she was on her own as hostess server busses and we left her a 50% tip now I wish I would have left 100%. Next time I'm in there im sure I will. If the manager reads this, give her a raise, she deserves it!!”

“I love this place! Every bite and swallow is delectable. She offers a relaxing outdoor patio, or a cute, cozy and cool indoor experience. Try everything, on multiple visits. Can't be beat for a delicious breakfast (yummy Arabic coffee!) or lunch. Lovely and talented chef/ proprietor.”

“Great place for people to grab a bit to eat. My favorite sandwich is the “MARCI” delicious!”

“An absolutely wonderful restaurant! Great food! And Great staff! ??❤️”

“There are places that placed the priority on the atmosphere to the detriment of the food being served. May Wah has consistently delivered great food, lots of choice, in the neighborhood for as long as I can remember. Don't get me wrong: the atmosphere is most agreeable...(they have a round table with lazy Susan for instance) but the star of this show are the menu choices. I recommend you give them a try!”

“Ordered sushi (Denver, California and shrimp tempura rolls) and general chicken for the family. I ordered online and picked it up. Order was ready at the time requested. Employee was very friendly and made sure everything was correct and it was. I requested no wasabi and gluten free soy sauce. Food was hot and delicious! Yurihana is a favorite for my family. Been going there since 2012. Never had a bad experience.”

“Jesline Virginia should go back to Korea House when she has time to eat the wonderful food. It makes me homesick for the country where our four children were born. Dorothy Ogle”

“Does anyone know if Brianna Nikol works there? She may be using the stage-name Candi or Brittney.”

“Such amazing food and very nice customer service! I went with a couple of friends and the Mater paneer was divine. Garlic Naan is definitely a must here as well. Very fast service as well.”

“Nothing beats the classic and Freddy does it right.”

“This place is amazing. So far everything has been so good . The food the service. After looking at some of these comments how people can't post their own opinion have to copy and paste unreal.... Glad I didn't come to these comments before I tried this place”

“Ihad an amazing experience at whole sol a few days ago. i just moved here from california and was wanting a warm welcome to boulder. So I decided to go get a smoothie bowl. Carson helped me pick out the best kind of smoothie to get and he was very kind. I am very grateful that I had such a good experience at whol sol. thank you carson!!!”

“First time dining and delish! We ordered 4 different tapas. Each one had amazing flavors. We had the meatballs, croquettes, mussels and patatas. Yum!”

“Great service, amazing food and all around delicious”

“The food was delicious, the portions were generous. Felt like a neighborhood. highly recommend.”

“This place is amazing. So far everything has been so good . The food the service. After looking at some of these comments how people can't post their own opinion have to copy and paste unreal.... Glad I didn't come to these comments before I tried this place”

“Awesome restaurant!! Food is great ☺”

“Fantastic everything food vibes atmosphere staff everything 10/10”

“Best burger I've ever had and the red chili poppers are amazing.”

“Great option for those that are gluten free and/or dairy free.”

“Great breakfast and great service!”

“Drove down from Cheyenne for Mother's Day so my wife can have gluten free and keto friendly food. WORTH IT. What an amazing burger, great sauces, and the fried sides are TOO DIE FOR!”

“Good variety and very friendly staff.”

“Absolutely incredible flavors and excellent variety! I wanted more but was so full! I’m ready to come back and try other things… for dinner 🤣🤣! Had the chicken enchilada and forbidden rice with tofu! For desert… the gluten free lemon cake was Devine! HIGHLY recommend!!! ♥️”

“Most amazing tea place I’ve ever been, the food was spectacular and the tea was divine if you’re considering another place don’t. No tea place will compare.”

“I always ordered the fresh fruit crepes!! So amazing!!!”

“pedí alitas plain (sin empanado), no tenían sabor, el cuerito mongo, sin tostar y no estaban completamente cocinadas. San Germán, PR”

“This restaurant was clean, the service was great and the food was amazing. Lots of unique choices with fresh ingredients. You must go, enjoy the coffee, great food and friendly staff.”

“Awesome eats !! Grabbed a bite while hopping around thee very diverse center.”

“Wow! Huge portions, jumbo shrimp and tasty dark chicken! Just as you would HOPE for, plenty, quality ingredients and super clean- dunno if they are a chain or local, but they are in my top 10 favorites in Boulder!!
Kids happily dancing around their plates, you know it's good!🫚🍄‍🟫🫛”

“This has to be one of Boulder's best kept secrets. Unassuming, low key, and insanely good beer. It's dog haven, and the garage door is usually wide open for some fresh air.”

“Great coffee selections as well as tasty treats. Good WiFi, plenty of seating and parking. Staff is friendly and quick. Nice break place or catch-up with friends.”

“Good coffee, variety of fresh pastries, and various breakfast and lunch sandwiches! Good gluten free options as well! The croissant cinnamon roll is 🤤🤤🤤!”

“On the pricier side, but these days what isn’t! The breakfast burrito was tasty, and the chai was delicious, but $15 makes it a treat not a regular purchase. The staff were great though, even brought my food to me as it wasn’t that busy.”

“I’m currently a senior living at Bear Creek apartments and this is a good place to grab your daily food. I would have to say that the food here is a lot better than what they serve at the dining hall in the C4C. There is a lot more choices to choose from on their menu.”

“Best chicken and waffles in Colorado. Try it and tell me I'm wrong.”