50 Best Vegetarian 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.“

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

“Was in Boulder for four days and ate at Café Aion twice. The food was outstanding, full of flavor, and I’d go back again tomorrow if we hadn’t had to leave town. The service was wonderful, and the environment was cozy and friendly. If you enjoy French and Spanish cuisine at very reasonable prices, I would strongly recommend Café Aion.“

“The Italian pasta menu was out of this world and hope it returns. The lasagne with wagyu beef was incredible - a perfect balance of delicious beef, fresh pasta and cheese. My personal fave was the squid ink spaghetti frutti di mare - the fresh tomato sauce combined beautifully with the seafood, and the saffron breadcrumbs made it all truly unique and unforgettable. The tiramisu was delicate, and the ricotta cheesecake with orange marmalade felt fresh and citrusy.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“The BEST tofu scramble I’ve had as a 10 year vegan international traveler. Hands down. Great options for vegans and really good wine and cocktails.“

“Stopped for this Asian restaurant was completely worth it…
Their szechuan fish, and fried rice is one the best food I have had in a very long time…
Hihgly recommended to eat enjoy their homely environment and take out too…
Food is absolutely amazing 🤩“

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

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

“SUCH great flavors. Restaurant where spicy actually means spicy. Got the veggie Masala Momo in MED SPICY and probably could have ordered two because they were so good. The Tandoori Masala wings were delicious, great size wings in a creamy flavorful sauce. The Timuray Chow Chow in MED SPICY was HOT.

Service was fast, food was very warm.

Can’t wait to return.“

“Great service and good food!“

“Wonderful food. Great service“

“Отличное уютное место со свежими устрицами с обоих побережий“

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

“OMG I finally found a Mexican restaurant in Colorado I didn't get angry at when I got my food. We just moved from SoCal, and after a few REALLY bad experiences, I swore off CO Mexican. However, when I saw this place was named Nopalito’s and had 4.8 stars, I decided to take a chance.

Their Baja Fish Tacos feel like home. I'm so excited to have found a legit Baja style Mexican restaurant here. They have yummy fruit soda/sparkling waters here too. And a marg bar, but I didn't try one of those this time.“

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

“We came to Ado’s with a group of 12 for dinner the night before our wedding. The staff was awesome and attentive, and Ado came out to speak with us. Everyone raved about the food — I had the chicken marsala and it was hands down the best I’d ever had. It was a great experience and we will certainly return next time we visit Boulder.“

“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.“

“Love the place and great vibes - Pale ale is the best“

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

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

“Recently a medical recommendation was given to add electrolytes to my daily routine. I am grateful for finding Skratch Labs because they list every ingredient on the package. I have a severe melon allergy and it's risky to consume products with 'natural flavors' listed instead of individual ingredients. The Apple Cider is delicious and perfect for fall.“

“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!“

“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!“

“Came here because Vina Pho was closed for the holidays (all week) and this was the nearest Asian food restaurant. The lady behind the counter was quick and friendly, very inviting atmosphere. Food is pretty good too! I might make this my regular over Vina.“

“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“

“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!“

“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!“

“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“

“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.“

“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.“

“It was my third visit and foods here are truly special. It reminds me of the delicate dishes I had in Japan. They have enoki/shiitake mushroom in their miso soup, small details that make a big difference in taste! Each bite into their neta feels like it’s been aged/seasoned/prepped well and most importantly, their shari, the rice was perfect. Not to mention the staff and the owner chefs are very friendly.“

“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!“

“Very flavorful. We are regulars!“

“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.🥰“

“The restaurant features a warm and inviting atmosphere, with soft lighting that creates the perfect mood. The service was excellent—attentive and friendly. The prices were reasonable considering the quality and portion sizes. I’ll definitely be returning soon! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Delicious Food The dishes are bursting with authentic flavors and fresh ingredients.
Friendly Service The staff is attentive and makes every visit enjoyable.

Great Atmosphere A warm and inviting spot for a lunch catch-up with friends!

Diverse Menu There’s something for everyone, from spicy curries to refreshing salads.

Beautiful Presentation Each dish is a feast for the eyes, adding to the dining experience.“

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

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

“We were seated in a booth too close to the front door and it was cold even though the restaurant was full of people. The food was good and came quickly but it was not very hot. The service was good but not very personal. I know they were very busy, so maybe that's the reason. Prices were typical for the area and portions were large.“