50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Boulder

“After much anticipation surrounding Michelin’s arrival in Colorado, my husband and I were cautiously optimistic. Many of the restaurants we’ve tried since the awards began here have been underwhelming, but Frasca Food & Wine exceeded every expectation and then some.

We dined last night and chose the Quattro Piatti Menu, which was flawless from start to finish. Every dish was an elegant expression of technique and flavor, with each ingredient perfectly prepared and thoughtfully paired. The Capesante, or Scallops, were a standout, their delicate sweetness and buttery texture elevated by nuanced accompaniments. The Tagliolini di Selvaggina, topped with the optional white truffle, was nothing short of sublime—silky, aromatic, and indulgent. The Quaglia, perfectly cooked quail, showcased impeccable skill and balance, while the dessert, Fichi, with its marriage of huckleberry and fig, was both vibrant, coconutty and comforting. The Mais, with its unexpected matcha and corn combination, came close behind as a creative and delightful surprise.

The atmosphere was equally remarkable, striking the perfect balance between elegance and warmth. Sergei, the general manager, graciously greeted us and set a welcoming tone, while Edison and Jesse, our servers, delivered impeccable service with genuine care and professionalism. Every element of the evening—from the timing of the courses to the thoughtful hospitality—was seamless.

As avid travelers who have visited over 30 Michelin-starred restaurants around the world, we can confidently say that Frasca Food & Wine has earned its place among them. After five years of searching, we’ve finally found our favorite restaurant in Colorado. Frasca is a shining example of culinary excellence and hospitality, and it fully deserves the recognition it has received.“

“Dinner, drinks and service were exceptional. The bartender chatted us up, which we enjoyed a great deal. The chef Ryan came out and told us about the menu, then served us our meals himself. The food was AMAZING. This is the best meal we’ve ever had in Boulder!“

“Amazing delicious food and margaritas! Service is excellent! One of my favorite restaurants in Boulder.“

“This not being higher rated is an absolute travesty. This is one of the best restaurants in Boulder, and is my personal number one. The Dan Dan Mian is one of the best noodle dishes I’ve ever had. The CPR is just the best when you’re craving something warm and soothing. The rotating specials always hit as well. Been coming here for years and years, couldn’t ask for better.“

“Wow! Would leave 6 stars if I could - this place is fantastic. The skinny margarita is delicious, the free chips and salsa taste homemade and fresh, and the steak is delectable. Our server Ari was very nice and gave great recommendations.
The manager, Lucas, also checked in and made sure we had a great experience.“

“Heerlijke cappuccino!!! De zelfgemaakte cake kan ik van harte aanbevelen!“

“With a vast menu with Indian and Mediterranean fusion dishes, it's quite delicious! If you like heat with your food, go Medium and Hot. We had Mango Lassi, Vegetable Samosas, and Chicken Tikka Masala Calzones. There are vegan and vegetarian options. Staff is very friendly. Baklava is also really great.“

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

“Awesome restaurant!! Food is great ☺“

“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“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“Delicious Salvadoran food“

“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.“

“Great service and good food!“

“Wonderful food. Great service“

“Really good gelato. Definitely worth it.“

“Отличное уютное место со свежими устрицами с обоих побережий“

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

“Legit one of the coolest places I’ve been in a long time. The whole tone of the place has a colonial New Orleans vibe. The owner who runs the place is just a straight up cool dude and very engaging. You can tell he’s loving life and has pride in his establishment. The tea was amazing. The oxygen flavors were outstanding and the deserts that are all organic are way too tasty. Just go in. You won’t regret it.“

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

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

“The first morning in Boulder we wanted to go here. The reviews was amazing good. Didn’t disappoint. The Latte I got was amazing. The cappuccino my wife got was amazing also. The home town look of inside was country looking. Loved it. I’m from Alabama. I would recommend this to anyone that loves coffee. I didn’t try any food but the treats looks delicious.“

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

“Every year I send my son a box of cupcakes for his birthday. This year the driver left them out on a college stoop and surprise surprise they disappeared. I contacted the store and was thrilled with the service I received!! Josh, I am beyond impressed with how they handled this. They sent out a second order and mom son did get them this time and was thrilled. I was expecting a hassle and instead they made it right within an hour or so. Thank you so much. This is not our first time ordering with them and it certainly will not be our last thank you so much!“

“The food is delicious and so hot… the staff is very kind and friendly. I can’t wait to come back and try something else. I had hot and sour Chinese noodle soup. It was perfectly spicy. You should definitely try it and add this spot to your list. Great hole in the wall.“

“Great breakfast and great service!“

“We visited The Sink in Boulder a while ago, and we’ll definitely be back! Great food, and we love the unique interior dining experience. Highly recommend!“

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

“I have been buying the buttermilk berry cornbread such a unique flavor. It’s so good. I’m so addicted to it. I’ve never tasted such a grape flavor in ice cream ever.“

“We went today for the first time and LOVED the meatballs, caesar salad and the lamb pepperoni pizza with a pumpkin beer taster and glass of cab!!! I will be back and soon! Oh… the dessert was so yummy and unique flavors!“

“Enjoyable st Tacos and good beer“

“Good variety and very friendly staff.“

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

“We got the Pad Kee Mao (drunken noodles) with tofu, the Panang with veggies, and the egg rolls to share. It was all amazing. We love our spicy food but are not Thai, so we got our entrees American Hot which was perfect for us. Great vegetarian options and they’re open to customizing things to fit your dietary needs.

Vegetarian options: There are dishes indicated to be vegetarian on the menu, but if you request that they withhold fish sauce and make the dish vegetarian, they will absolutely do it when they can!

It’s Boulder, you can eat what you want when you’re vegetarian.

Parking: There is parking in a lot behind the restaurant“

“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!“

“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.“

“Zeal is a place you want to eat if you love your body. This place seriously cares about what you eat. If I ate here everyday I'd probably live to be 120. The level of quality at Zeal is off the chain. The food consists of fresh ingredients, healthy, organic no bad things for your body. I had the goddess salad. And after I ate it I felt like a goddess. If you want to live a little longer Zeal is the place for you. The food is premium fuel for your body. The chefs have created a menu of food combinations that are 5 star. Way to shine Zeal!“

“Avery was an awesome brewery stop on our way up to Fort Collins. There was plenty of parking and the space itself is quite large with indoor and outdoor seating. There's a full food menu and tons of beer options on tap. All of the beers we tried were fresh and tasty, and the chips we got were nice. I'd appreciate the instructions to be a little clearer when walking in (see the host stand vs head straight to a table etc) but otherwise no complaints. Nice spot!“

“Fast service, if you like that. Tasty.“

“Found this place randomly.....looking for nonchain restaurant. Awesome service along with awesome food. The burgers are soooooo good. You will eat ALL of it for sure! Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Colorado to make this a stop. You will not be disappointed.“

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

“Sipping dark chocolate. So good!“

“I went to Boxcar looking for a good cup of coffee. I’ve searched maps, Yelp, Google, and TikTok for places where the beans aren’t burnt or over-roasted. I wanted a welcoming spot with friendly baristas who take the time to help.

It’s not Pergamino in Colombia, where customer service is next level because livelihoods depend on it and employees are given time to train and connect—but this is the closest I’ve found. Friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable staff who explain their beans and give great recommendations.

I was able to drink my coffee black—something most places don’t allow because their beans are over-processed and burnt—and it was delicious. Definitely coming back.

I can’t wait to go when it’s a bit slower and pick the baristas' brains even more.“

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

“Great service, amazing food and all around delicious“

“If you want good coffee & cookies with that homemade taste, you need to visit this Cafe. The ambience is very inviting as well.“