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Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - Orchard
$$$$•American•4.4(228)Westminster - 2
The Kitchen - Boulder
$$$$•American•4.7(1,180)Boulder - 3
Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. Boulder
$$$$•Sushi•4.8(1,486)Boulder - 4
SALT - Boulder
$$$$•American•4.6(2,413)Boulder - 5
Texas de Brazil - Westminster
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.7(19)Westminster
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Temaki Joint
$$$$•Sushi•4.9(35)Temaki Joint is the latest expression by Chef Duy Pham - An intimate hand roll and
sushi experience centered around precision, immediacy, and simplicity. Built around the art of
temaki, each roll is crafted to order and designed to be enjoyed in the moment. Drawing from
decades of experience and a deep respect for Japanese culinary tradition, Pham reimagines
the hand roll through a modern lens, highlighting premium ingredients from all over the world,
perfectly seasoned rice, and balanced composition. The experience is interactive and personal,
inviting guests to engage directly with the craft. Every element from the cut of the fish to the
temperature of the rice is carefully considered to deliver a product that is both elevated and
approachable.Sugarbeet
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.9(2,461)Our locally owned restaurant offers a refreshing collection of Seasonal American Cuisine in an intimate and contemporary setting. Our seasonally changing menu emphasizes our creativity and passion for using the freshest ingredients possible and supporting local growers and ranchers. Join us for a memorable evening of delicious food with friends. In addition to our warm and inviting dining rooms, we have outdoor seating on our patios when weather permits. We can accommodate your next group function and can help you with a personalized menu for your event. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Basta
$$$$•Italian•4.8(577)BASTA, from the Italian word meaning “enough”, opened its doors with a single wood-fired oven, evoking techniques both of the past and present and cultivating a dedicated community in the heart of Boulder, Colorado.
Basta is located in the center of the Peloton Condominium Complex.
Patio and Bar seating is available first-come, first-served, weather permitting. Walk-ins always welcome!
Monday - Sunday / 5pm - 9pm
For general inquiries or parties greater than 6, please email reservations@bastaboulder.com.
Please let us know if you need special accommodations, including highchairs.
A 22% service charge is added to every check and distributed to our front-of-house and back-of-house teams. This is not a tip.Marigold Lyons
$$$$•French•4.8(127)Family-owned neighborhood bistro serving a local farm-driven menu influenced by french, italian and spanish classics, paired with a comprehensive natural wine list and seasonal cocktails.
Our menu is constantly changing based on seasonal ingredients. Walk-ins are available at our full-service bar every day of the week. Patio seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Party of 8+ people? Interested in a private event? Email info@marigoldlyons.com.
James Beard Semifinalist - Best Chef (Mountain) ‘26 & ‘24
Wine Enthusiast’s Best Wine Restaurants in America ‘24
5280 Magazine - Top 25 Restaurants in Denver ‘23 & ‘24
Frasca Food and Wine
$$$$•Italian•4.8(1,618)Located steps from Pearl Street Mall, Frasca Food and Wine is a Michelin-Starred, James Beard Award–Winning restaurant celebrating the cuisine and hospitality of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy. Founded by Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey and Chef Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson, and led by Chef Ian Palazzola, Frasca brings refined Italian dining to downtown Boulder.
Enjoy signature dishes like the beloved Frico Caldo, the immersive Chef’s Table, or the Friulano Tasting Menu, paired with wines from an award-winning list spanning Friuli’s native grapes to world-renowned cult labels.
With elegant interiors, warm service, and a legacy of excellence—including a Michelin One Star and the 2025 James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant—Frasca offers one of Colorado’s most exceptional dining experiences. Perfect for special occasions, fine wine dinners, or romantic evenings in Boulder.
Gift cards available at frascafoodandwine.com.Fortezza Ristorante
$$$$•Italian•4.8(212)Nestled in the warm and cozy town of Niwot minutes from Boulder and Longmont, our Northern Italian cuisine with a steakhouse crossover will be an exciting dining experience for every occasion.
Flagstaff House
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.6(6,033)Perched above Boulder, the Flagstaff House has been the standard-bearer for Colorado fine dining since the Monette family opened its doors in 1971. Executive Chef Chris Royster — a Food Network Chopped Champion — crafts seasonal, locally inspired menus that change with Colorado's landscape. With nightly Chef's multi-course tasting experience, every visit is defined by breathtaking mountain-to-city views, world-class wine, and service that anticipates your every need. Holder of Colorado's longest-running Wine Spectator Grand Award, Forbes Four Stars, and AAA Four Diamond status.Greenbriar Inn, The
$$$$•American•4.8(3,341)Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, The Greenbriar Inn is an elegant fine dining restaurant, tavern and private event space located in the north Boulder countryside. The surrounding 20 acres features two ponds, a waterfall, a mountain creek, striking woodland and thriving produce, herb, and flower gardens. The cuisine focuses on seasonal, American classics and is complimented by a 900 label award-winning wine cellar. With several private dining rooms and three outdoor spaces, The Greenbriar Inn is the perfect choice for romantic dinners for two, family celebrations and a fun night out with friends as well as an excellent venue for weddings and private events from 10-300 guests. Voted best American restaurant, best outdoor dining, best farm to table restaurant, best neighborhood restaurant and best brunch, The Greenbriar Inn is truly a special and unique dining option in Boulder County.
The Hungry Toad
$$$$•Pub•4.7(115)The Hungry Toad opened in July 1991 and is located just blocks north of Boulder’s historic Pearl Street Mall. Since then, The Hungry Toad has been providing both traditional and creative pub food as well as bringing in classic English style draft beers as well as local craft.
The Hungry Toad’s interior, reflects the classic English pub feel yet hip in sensibilities of the surrounding Boulder area, and pays tribute to England’s storied pub past.
Our outdoor patio rests on Broadway & North with grand views of Sanitas and the surrounding foothills with sun and shade. We strive and will always strive to be Boulder’s neighborhood pub.
Cheers,
The Hungry ToadThe Vaughn
$$$$•Burgers•4.7(398)Dinner’s handled.
Smash burgers, crispy fries, a kids' menu that actually clears plates, and something cold waiting for the grown-ups. The dishes are our problem.
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- MMeganDenver / Colorado •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoAlways a great experience here. Never disappointed with the food or service. Highly recommend!More infoRiver and Woods Restaurant$$$$• Comfort Food• Boulder•4.6
- BBrettDenver / Colorado •5 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoEverything was a delight. Our favorites were the Ny strip taco and the sweet potato appetizer (spicy!) but the caesar was also a fun surprise. It was big and had more of a honey mustard dressing with a caesar tang but still delicious.More infoCozobi Fonda Fina$$$$• Mexican• Boulder•4.9
- JJudyGoldDenver / Colorado •14 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoAnother excellent experience at the new True Food Kitchen in Boulder. This was my seventh visit. It never fails to impress with high-quality and healthy food and terrific service. Also a beautiful setting. More infoTrue Food Kitchen - Boulder$$$$• American• Boulder•4.5
- VVictoriaLas Vegas •6 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoGreat service and the food was amazing. All of the employees were super bright and full of cheer. Will definitely be back.More infoBJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Boulder - 29th St$$$$• American• Boulder•4.8
- WWillGoldDenver / Colorado •9 reviews5.0Dined on 31 Oct 2026Always a top-notch fine dining restaurant in every way! And a special note: We highly value Robert and Caroline (siblings), their expertise, wonderful service and warm friendship.. they are the best!! See you again soon and look forward to it as always :-) Will & JulieMore infoBasta$$$$• Italian• Boulder•4.8
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Just one hour north of Denver lies the mountain town of Boulder where you can enjoy a range of cuisines and farm-to-table fresh meals. The freshness of the food comes from its close proximity to area farms. Besides the famous Rocky Mountain oysters or huevos de toros, Boulder has no shortage of local craft breweries and farmers' markets. Personal and planetary health are a widely held value in Boulder, and those are reflected in its dining. Naturally raised meats, local grains and organic produce are featured on many menus. Be part of the Boulder healthy living culture as you treat yourself to vegetable dumplings or a bacon blue cheeseburger with grass-fed beef or a veggie option, and then work it out with a hike up a steep canyon mountain trail.
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