50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Boulder

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

“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.“

“Awesome restaurant!! Food is great ☺“

“This restaurant is nothing short of wonderful in every way. The menu is everything you would expect of a James Beard Award winning and Michelin Star rated restaurant. The service is impeccable. The little touches are present throughout the evening. The wine pairings take the food to the next level. And the digestiv cart is really something to behold.

Absolutely a gem in Boulder, Colorado. Bobby Stuckey is a master of the craft and it shows in the way he takes care of his guests. That same hospitality has flowed down throughout his entire team to make you feel pampered and yet still right at home.

I can't say enough good things.“

“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“

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

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

“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“

“We have been eating here once or twice every week for about 7-8 years now. The dishes never disappointed us. The owner is always friendly. Later we became friends.
We love this restaurant and we think this is the best Chinese food in Boulder!
Please come to check it!“

“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! 🍕❤️“

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

“Wonderful food. Great service“

“Food is delicious ❤️ House margarita is amazing!“

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

“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“

“I had their veggie Momo soup; it was piping hot when served, hooray! Specified mild plus and I found that heat level to be just about right for me, it might be a little too spicy for some. (I find both restaurants in Longmont and Boulder to have an elevated heat level in their spice-o-meter.)

It was fine and they have good chai,served hot. All in all a very good meal.“

“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.“

“This restaurant has delicious food, especially the desserts, especially the mango sticky rice.“

“Great service and good food!“

“Me and my family have been going here for 5 years and it has never gotten boring at all! Servers are so nice , food is amazing , and the place is such a cute restaurant! The owners are so sweet and we will never stop going here - food is fresh and amazing!“

“For experiencing a taste of authentic Mexican food, don't miss Mojo taqueria in Boulder or Lyons. The food is delicious, the service is wonderful and the ambience is so cozy! Thank you for a wonderful dinner experience with our family!“

“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.🥰“

“Our family really enjoyed this place! The katsudon, curry rice, and ramen were great and so happy to finally have a place prepare takoyaki correctly! The owners were super nice as well which made for a great atmosphere. Happy to have a more traditional Japanese style restaurant to frequent in Boulder.“

“SUCH an incredible date night!! The dinner was seamless in timing (we love longer dining experiences), and absolutely fresh and delicious. We felt incredibly safe having our own space. Our server was stellar, and we even got to share our meal with a couple of the farm pups! I can't recommend this enough!!“

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

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

“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.“

“Отличное уютное место со свежими устрицами с обоих побережий“

“Took us ten years of living in CO to find a great steakhouse that matched our favorite steakhouse in OK. I dare say, Steakhouse 316 is even better! It is amazing EVERY time we go. Be sure to get the table side Caesar. And why is black salted butter for the bread so much yummier than all other salt??“

“I am so excited to have found this place.

Their selection of beers, non-alcoholic drinks, and food blew me away. There is something here for everyone.

Incredible seating outside with view of the nearby pond.

The inside has not one, but two bars and feels like the kind of place you can just talk to people around you and bond over the variety of drinks offered.

I love the fact that they have a little gift shop, with a massive selection of their beers in multiple tiers.

This is definitely now a favorite stop for me, without hesitation.“

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

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

“The most crispy General Tso's chicken I have ever had! This is a hidden gem and you have to give it a try if you like Chinese food. The owners are kind and the service is speedy. It comes out piping hot in 10-15 minutes! I've only had dine in, but it's the best way to eat it.“

“I’m in town from Chicago for the CU game and my friend and I stopped here after the pep rally for some drinks and snacks. The folks that work there were SO WONDERFUL, and it was wild busy but they were all over it. Ari and Ben were the bartenders and were so kind and helpful! There was another very nice man, Alex, who was handling a pretty rowdy group very well. Such a great experience! Highly recommend!“

“Just checked out the new Lafayette location. Food was great. Will definitely be back.“

“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!“

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

“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 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?”“

“PERFECT New Year's Eve at Cafe Aion. While the 4 course NYE special was very enticing we decided to have the WEDNESDAY paella and bottle of Spanish wine special. Such an inviting and warm staff and ambience. While many Boulder dining restaurants set time limits and hefty upfront cancel fees within 24 hours of dining, Cafe Aion shines above them all with a true Spanish cafe feel.“

“Awesome food, great service, relaxed atmosphere“

“Very flavorful. We are regulars!“

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

“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!“

“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. ❤️“

“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.“

“They have great subs, & have a wide range of varieties to please anyone's appetite“