Boulder Cork

Name: Boulder Cork
Address: 3295 30th Street, Boulder, CO, United States, 80301
Telephone: (303) 443-9505
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

3007 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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The Boulder Cork Restaurant has provided quality food and excellent service since 1969. The restaurant is now one of Colorado’s most renowned dining experiences. The casual, yet attentive atmosphere is the perfect place to spend a special evening, be it to relax with friends or entertain business associates. Our banquet facilities can accommodate large groups with the quiet proficiency and superior quality that has become the hallmark of The Boulder Cork. The food is an impressive display of creativity and variety, masterminded by the chef, Jim Smailer. Chef Smailer has created an enticing offering of steaks, prime rib, chicken, pasta, and fresh fish selections; all on the cutting edge of culinary delight. The food is as fresh as the market allows. The true epicurean will agree that our efforts are apparent to both the eyes and the palate, from the appetizer through the handmade desserts.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 11, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse, Seafood
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 443-9505
Website
http://www.bouldercork.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We have 3 different banquet rooms available for hosting rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, anniversaries, showers, wedding dinners and family reuinons. In the business world we do business meetings, boardroom dinners, financial seminars, pharmaceutical presentations, and group lunches and dinners
Private party contact
Donna Karmeris: (303) 443-9505

Location
3295 30th Street, Boulder, CO 80301
Neighborhood
Boulder
Cross street
Iris
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,007 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boulder Area
Best Service
Boulder Area
Best Value
Boulder Area
Good for business meals
Boulder Area
Great for fine wines
Boulder Area
Good for special occasions
Boulder Area
American
Boulder Area
Most Booked

3,007 Reviews

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DaveC
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, pricey but worth it. Decent cocktails and the service was on point.
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lmhome
Denver
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Long time favorite of ours. Wonderful service and always great choices for everyone’s tastes
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JeanT
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love happy hour! Great quick date night & good drinks too
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GreatExperience
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit and it was absolutely outstanding!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the flatiron and the Colorado cut of prime rib. Both were excellent. Quick service and attentive servers.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to celebrate 3 December birthdays and this place was the perfect place to do that. Great food, great atmosphere and great server. Will definitiv come back again. The sangria was amazing
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JannaCB
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience! Amazing food and service was absolutely fantastic
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
We were celebrating our wedding anniversary, and wanted to have a special dinner at the Cork. We got an early reservation but didn't expect the big crowd and all the noise! The salmon was good, but not very hot. The fish and chips were also good. We were surprised to pay $8 for a badked potato, but it was excellent. The asparagus never came, but we ate the mixed vegetables without the rice. Next time we'll know better what to order.
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barbie
Denver
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Cork is our favorite Boulder restaurant - always consistent with inviting ambience, friendly staff and great food!
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FrequentDiner
Denver
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Happy Hour menu but not as good as it was preCovid. Portions are smaller for some items and not as fresh tasting. But still very fun! Best items are burger, wedge, and waffle chips with blue cheese and arugula! Delish!
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Caius
Denver
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Prime Rib Boulder Cut is excellent in quality and quantity followed by Creme Burlette for Desert. All supported by a good Red Table Wine.
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DavidG
Denver
157 reviews
vip
5.0
157 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Another excellent Happy Hour dinner at the Cork. Love it there!
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Megan
Denver
21 reviews
1.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Disappointing experience, and kinda doubtful I'll return. The clientele are entitled, and the restaurant seems to cater to that, I can't recall ever being there and not seeing there cars parked anywhere and everywhere illegally because people couldn't be bothered to walk an extra 15 feet. The Thanksgiving dinner was obviously prepared well in advance, and not even reheated adequately. Before Covid we liked and enjoyed this restaurant, now it just seems to be surviving off hype and pretense.
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Robert
Denver
120 reviews
vip
5.0
120 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great Thanksgiving meal at a reasonably affordable price. The alternatives are available but the meal and service were really great.
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Lizzy
Denver
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was excellent! He was busy, but somehow managed to be very attentive and was so nice to us (and the surrounding tables) throughout our meal! However, I was disappointed that the combination turkey and ham dinner wasn't the high quality that I've previously experience over many years at the Boulder Cork. There was a rather odd broth (?) poured over the entire plate and it soaked into all of the food. Perhaps it was used to keep the turkey and ham moist, but it had a really odd flavor and smell. Also, there appeared to be no traditional gravy on the mashed potatoes, stuffing, or turkey. It was also surprising that a canned cranberry product was being utilized rather than a nice simple cranberry sauce. Obviously, not the best food experience this time; which is unfortunate.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thanksgiving day meal was delicious ,David our server was attentive. Noise level was a bit too loud.
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TrishS
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the 2nd time I visited Boulder Cork -- this time with out of town family. What a wonderful restaurant and amazing food and service. To think we were dismayed we could not get a reservation at Hotel Boulderado. Boulder Cork is a must visit. Take note!
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kady
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to go for Thanksgiving - good choices for everyone and the food was delicious!
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Foodsnob1973
Denver
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
There is always something sentimentally retro cool about the Cork atmosphere. The hostesses are amongst the friendliest I have ever encountered. The waitstaff is efficient. The wine list is extensive. Unfortunately, the food is cafeteria-grade quality. It isn't good. Caesar salads were not crisp, mashed potatoes tasted from a box, and the prime rib was extremely tough and chewy. It was a gross meal. So disappointed.
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SheilaP
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my dad's 86th birthday with Nick as our server and the experience was wonderful. We love the Boulder Cork for the consistency and quality of your food, but even more importantly the service was outstanding. Thank you! Sheila Perry
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CindyB
Denver
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Prime Rib sandwich is delicious! And the Mud Pie perfectly scrumptious!
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CandiceD
Denver
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good as usual but I couldn’t give out a 5 star because our waiter had to be flagged down to get anything. I ordered a glass of wine which he totally forgot to bring until I waved him down and reminded him.
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ArianaJ
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love coming here! Never fails to satisfy my appetite.
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TentCamper
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Totally accommodated a special and somewhat unusual request. Food was great. Server was professional, attentive and friendly. Really can’t go wrong.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time celebrating our anniversary food was amazing with great portions
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Derf
Puerto Vallarta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was perfect. Service was great. Made for a great evening.
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JacquelineBoulder
Denver
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
So happy the Boulder Cork is offering Happy Hour Supper Menu 7 days a week, since it no longer offers a daytime lunch. The food quality and service remain top notch, so much so that they are using all of their dining. rooms to accommodate dining guests.. The smaller dining rooms may not contain the beautiful art work as the main dining rooms, but are actually quieter. So please reserve in advance - - on Open Table if possible, to know you will be able to dine during Happy Hour. The time frame for reservations is: 4:30pm-6:00pm, seven(7) days per week. After that, the full dinner menu only is available. It is quite expansive and delicious, just in a price points similar to any four star plus fine dining restaurant in Boulder.
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NormanMike
Oklahoma City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice restaurant, great steaks, great service and great ambiance. I recommend highly, not as stuffy as the expensive steak chain restaurants, and much nicer!
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Cobri
Denver
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Cork is a Boulder food scene staple. Always consistent, great food, easy going attentive Staff. Lots of menu choices from steak to tacos, all delicious!
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kauia
Denver
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Had a better meal at the Texas Roadhouse for lot less cost, and except for Gretchen our waiter, place overrated, though dessert was very good
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Local
Phoenix
128 reviews
vip
5.0
128 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Have been eating here for over 40 years - always good.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and dinner was great. Filets were perfect temperature, wedge salad was perfect.
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LocalVail
Denver
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The place was jamming. We were seated 10 minutes after our reservation. They apologized, and you could see that they were trying to move things along. We were seated in the Fireside Room, which was quiet. Our waitress was wonderful. The busboy kept our water filled and bread on the table. My husband enjoyed his cork salad and trout. My steamed artichoke and filet were fantastic.
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BettyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service and we were able to eat and converse at our leisure
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Tessa
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Cork does "busy" well. Well-trained and friendly staff make the experience a good one. The food and drinks do not disappoint. The happy hour menu offers several good choices at a good price. The wedge salad is one of my favorites (I add salmon!) along with a lemon drop martini that it superb. Gotta try the mud pie too (or smaller mud "bites") for dessert.
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Andyr
Denver
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The cork is the best!!! I love everything about it. The atmosphere is comfortable, the food is consistently delicious, and the owners are incredible people. You will not be disappointed❤️
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Panamboli
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Nick, was amazing! Best service we’ve had in years. Food was underwhelming. Not outright bad but just mediocre bland and super dated. No effort out into presentation. For the prices I would expect a lot more from the food.
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DavidG
Denver
157 reviews
vip
5.0
157 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great happy hour dinner. Wedge salad and the burger. Both were delicious and came pretty quickly. I’m very glad you know about this place. It’s worth going back again and again.
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bobbi
Denver
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service and ambiance with consistently great food.
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DavidG
Denver
157 reviews
vip
5.0
157 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Happy Hour burger! I will definitely be back for this again.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Boulder Cork offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 443-9505.

Boulder Cork is rated 4.7 stars by 3007 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 11, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3295 30th Street, Boulder, CO 80301

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Iris
Neighborhood
Boulder
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bouldercork.com/
Phone number
(303) 443-9505
Private party facilities
We have 3 different banquet rooms available for hosting rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, anniversaries, showers, wedding dinners and family reuinons. In the business world we do business meetings, boardroom dinners, financial seminars, pharmaceutical presentations, and group lunches and dinners
Private party contact
Donna Karmeris: (303) 443-9505

Boulder Cork

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 3,007 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Boulder Cork offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Boulder Cork restaurant rated?

Is Boulder Cork currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information