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“

“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!!! ♥️“

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

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

“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. ❤️“

“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!!“

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

“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.“

“This restaurant has a great environment and food selection! I enjoyed the steak frites (get it with truffle fries for the best bite!). The cocktails were also well-made and refreshing! I would definitely recommend grabbing lunch or dinner here if you are in town!“

“At first I was like I don't know if I should eat here because of all the homeless people outside but then I realized it's because they give them a safe place to hang out and I can appreciate that. I really like the atmosphere I really like the service and I love my sandwich“

“Отличное уютное место со свежими устрицами с обоих побережий“

“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.“

“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 service and good food!“

“Excellent service and friendly staff.“

“A great place to grab some high quality food in Boulder. Everything we had here was delicious, but extra shout out to the churros which is possibly the best dessert I’ve ever had in my life. Atmosphere is nicely decorated, though main dining room is tight. Portion size while delicious could be bigger for the price you pay. All in all I would highly recommend coming here especially if it’s a special occasion!

Also it’s on Pearl but away from the craziness. Parking on 23rd street was plentiful and free.“

“Great people, great atmosphere!“

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

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

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

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

“Chicken and Beer were on point“

“They made my dream sandwich. It was a toasted turkey croissant. Best I've ever had. The way it tasted being toasted was incredible. I had come from out of town, partly to find one. Usually, restaurants are out of that bread by the time I get there.The cashier was accommodating and sweet. I've been planning a special day to go back, then hike, then go back for another meal. Very charming! Thank you! Please don't change.“

“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!“

“Zeal catered our post-wedding brunch for ~35 people and it was absolutely perfect. Everyone told us many times how yummy the food was. My favorite was the chia pancakes and my husband loved the banana bread French toast. They offered a lot of options for my guests with dietary restrictions which was so helpful AND all the options were delicious. Highly recommend for restaurant and catering!“

“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.“

“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“

“Avery Brewing Company is a great brewery stop with a big, comfortable space and plenty of beer to choose from. The tap list has a nice mix of styles, the atmosphere is relaxed, and it’s an easy place to spend a couple of hours with friends. The food is solid too, so it works just as well for a full meal as it does for a quick beer stop.“

“Awesome food, great service, relaxed atmosphere“

“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.“

“Great selection. Good any season“

“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.“

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

“Great food and wonderful service.“

“Came for live music and cocktails
Fun playing darts but boards need an upgrade.
Cocktails amazing. Server was nice and polite and helpful.

Band had their instruments very loud in a small space and their mic very quiet. Hard to hear words to their original songs.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Great food classic French style food“

“A chic food hall on Walnut Street, this sleek Boulder venue features diverse global culinary concepts, craft bars, and a scenic rooftop patio. Artisanal empanadas, fresh ramen, gourmet burgers, ceviche, wood-fired flatbreads, espresso, and craft cocktails headline the menu. A bustling, stylish vibe awaits guests.“

“delicious sandwiches! Loved the fried Oreos. 😋“

“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!!“

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

“Awesome first visit here and enjoyed a nice pub ambiance, great service and a nice choice of local beers at reasonable prices.
If you’re lucky enough to run into one of their regulars by the name of Marilyn then your visit will be all the more special. Also has a large downstairs area with pool tables and another bar.“

“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!!“