47 Best American Restaurants in Boulder

“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“

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

“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!!! ♥️“

“Visited Boulder Cork for our anniversary and had the most wonderful experience! All of the staff were so friendly and kind, our food was delicious, and drinks were tasty. Their dinner happy hour menu has great prices and really good options. The prime rib was delectable and the fish & chips were fried to perfection. Mud pie for dessert was incredible as well! Thank you for making our night special! Can’t wait to go back. ❤️“

“Fantastic five course German Style Beer dinner tonight in Boulder. So yummy and great pairing of beer to the food.“

“The vibe of this restaurant is very cool, the brick walls and rustic feel make it warm and cozy, and the open kitchen concept made me feel safe knowing they took great attention to make the food.

The menu offerings are very generous and sourced from local farms and mostly organic. I recommend the brussels sprouts, elk carpaccio, the Mahi (get it medium, it was perfect), and lastly, the flourless chocolate cake was divine! My partner got the burger and I would've been jealous if my dish wasn't so amazing!

For drinks we had the garden gimlet, so fresh, and glasses of wine the server reccomended to pair with both of our entrees!

I loved the patio seating as the plants were overflowing and gorgeous! The wait staff was kind, knowledgable, and efficient! I will be sure to visit SALT again, and tell my friends!“

“Boulder Social is fun! We go on Tuesday nights for their Trivia Night, and it's always a good time. Food is easy and fun, staff is friendly and place always looks clean and tidy. Trivia night is busy, so it's loud, but that adds to the fun!“

“I love GHI. I have played here many times. The pay is fair and there’s always people wanting to listen to the live music. I love the owners. The food is also really good. 10/10 would recommend.“

“Probably the cheapest full meal you can buy in boulder! You don't have to be a student to get a bowl full of protein rich food and veggies of your choice for $5 here. It is however only open when school's in session. There's a small parking fee or you can park a 10-minute walk away. Limited hours, best for breakfast.“

“This place is absolutely the cutest place. The food was delicious and flavorful. The drinks were refreshing and the atmosphere was perfect! We sat outside in the tented patio. Wallace was our waiter and he made our night absolutely memorable and perfect 👌!! Fans of this restaurant from Houston, Texas!!“

“Called here and was told it could be about an hour of a wait . After going on a walk we later returned and as it was really cold staff let us stand under the heaters which was very good of them . Shortly after we were seated and what followed had to one of the best Dinners we ever had . Real Italian Food served in generous portions by top class staff . A great night out in a great Restaurant“

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

“Great people, great atmosphere!“

“Delicious food! Friendly crew. Try the corn ribs. The Peach Bourbon Smash cocktail was mighty fine!“

“Excellent service and friendly staff.“

“This was such a great find! I wanted something low key to take my son in a stroller and this place hit the jackpot. There is a ton of room and the bartender is one of the friendliest guys I’ve ever been served by!I got a glass of wine and a charcuterie board while waiting for my husband and the charcuterie came of fast and was delicious.“

“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.“

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

“Great service and good food!“

“Conversation friendly; unique farm to table entrees; creative combinations always delicious.“

“Отличное уютное место со свежими устрицами с обоих побережий“

“Love spruce for any occasion. Have always enjoyed every experience there.“

“Very friendly staff (we met multiple). Our main server provided excellent insight to various brews to help us find our preference. Food was DELISH. They provide dog bowls and cold water and were very friendly towards the dog. Beautiful setup with plenty of shade available“

“delicious sandwiches! Loved the fried Oreos. 😋“

“extremely good food, not just resting on their fancy ingredients, every dish does something interesting to make itself stand out
update mid march 2025: unsure if variation or a sign of decline, the lamb chops were mediocre and undercooked for what was asked for (substantial red left when asked for medium). very disappointing, but they were happy to correct the doneness. Hopefully just a fluke.“

“As someone who eats out all over Boulder, this is my go to lunch spot and often dinner. The food is so clean I always feel amazing after eating. Great flavors. Great drinks. The service is good and the staff is very friendly. The owner is often around and you can tell the place runs smoothly and is very clean. When my visiting parents stayed at the adjacent hotel they literally ate here everyday.“

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

“The Pork Belly Benny's were absolutely fire! I grew up in the south and not sure I've had a better side of grits! 11/10 will eat there again!“

“The real reason to visit Alpine Modern Café in Boulder is the food. I drove all the way from Denver just to eat there, which should tell you everything you need to know. The breakfast bacon croissant was excellent—fresh, full of flavor, and completely unforgettable. It’s the kind of dish you think about later in the day and start planning your return visit around.

The coffee was also very good—exactly what you want from a café—and the space has a relaxed, welcoming feel. The café is in a great location and easy to get to from anywhere in Boulder, which is helpful since resisting a second visit would be nearly impossible. Parking can be a little limited, and you may have to park down the road… but consider it a warm-up walk for the croissant. It’s worth it.

I would absolutely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a memorable meal and a great coffee experience, with a side of “why didn’t I come here sooner?”“

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

“Awesome food, great service, relaxed atmosphere“

“Last Sunday a few friends and I went to Boulder for the first time. We were told this bar was great and decided to come in. It was truly one of the best experiences we have had. Andy made the experience such a blast, he is exceptional with his craft. Thanks Andy for the good time and laughs! (I think we are good on Tequila for a while) Thanks again. Alex Zach Hodan Jessica“

“Food, service and the view/atmosphere is great!“

“Sure needs a remodel clean up“

“Food is absolutely fantastic! Service was excellent as well. Little bit dark and small, but the vibe is great. We walked in with 11 in our party and they rocked it! Thank 😊 you Cafe Blue for your hospitality and giving us a favorite new place!“

“Great food classic French style food“

“We have been here many times for different events and always loved it. The ambience is amazing in a way that’s pretty indescribable. The Comic Sense Comedy Shows are great and in a very cool intimate setting that is one of the many nooks in License 1. The bands are great. The Photo Booth is an added plus. We have had so many great memories there.“

“Checking in with a collection of my experiences -- all of which have been resoundingly positive. I especially enjoy some of the appetizers and the happy hour menu, with the Brussel Sprouts & Hummus (pictured) and Calamari coming to mind. For my taste it's the perfect balance between comfort food and upscale, you can tell the menu has been well thought out and that the food items are designed to be a little more interesting and tasty than cut-and-paste bar food, while at the same time the vibe isn't overly pretentious. I think there's something to be said for knowing your lane and not pretending to be something you're not -- and Ironwood Grill does that perfectly. I always feel welcomed, I always feel relaxed, and I never leave hungry. I spent my 50th birthday and myself and all my guests (of which there were many) were well attended to and taken care of. I will continue to be back again and again and feel great about supporting this locally run enterprise.“

“Great food and very friendly service. On Pearl Street so a kaleidoscope of people walking by.“

“Chicken and Beer were on point“

“Great food and wonderful service.“

“I don’t have a negative thing to say about this restaurant/bar. It has been hands down the best food on our vacation and the servers have been amazing! The chef, Justin, even came out to talk to us and told us about some hidden gems to drive to see! Fantastic experience! When I come back to Boulder this will be my first stop.“

“We always love coming to Rosetta Hall. The atmosphere is always nice and the food options are great. We came here for the holiday cocktails and the holiday decor and it didn't disappoint. A chunk of the downstairs was taken up by a private holiday party, so we couldn't sit in the main dining hall. But that was totally fine, because the employees made sure we were comfortable where we were sitting and service was still attentive.“

“Great selection. Good any season“

“I cannot stress enough how incredible Moe's Orginal BBQ-Boulder truly is! For the last few months, I have been assisting my niece with her recent wedding as she lives in GA and the wedding was here in Boulder. From day one, everything that could go wrong - did go wrong. I worked with Alex, the manager, the whole time and I'm telling you - this guy is amazing!! Not only did he adapt to the changes, he adapted in a manner that was helpful and much needed. Alex and his team went out of their way to make my niece's wedding dinner incredible and it was greatly appreciated. The entire staff at Moe's Original BBQ-Boulder are friendly, professional, accomodating and just amazing to work with and be around. If you ever need a BBQ Caterer - call them - you'll get everything you need/want at awesome prices and great food but more importantly you're going to receive the highest of quality in customer service. And that's something you can't beat. So thank you Alex, and team, at Moe's Original BBQ-Boulder for making my niece's wedding dinner amazing. You are appreciated!!“

“A Boulder classic. One of the best pubs in the US. Brady at the bar is a barman of the highest degree. All the food is always excellent. The whole crew is friendly and welcoming. Have a chat at the bar or play some games downstairs. Kiss the buffalo. Good times guaranteed.“

“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!!“