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1. Cozobi Fonda Fina
4.9
Exceptional(218)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Boulder
Booked 48 times today
On a mission to share the beauty of Mexican culture through food, Chef Johnny Curiel opens Cozobi Fonda Fina as an encore to his beloved LoHi restaurant, Alma Fonda Fina. Named after Cozobi, the Zapotec god of corn, Cozobi Fonda Fina is rooted in Mexico’s centuries-old corn nixtamalization traditions and wood-fire cooking techniques that define its rich food history.
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2. River and Woods Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(981)
Price: Expensive
• Comfort Food • Boulder
Booked 40 times today
Located in an historic miner's cabin on Pearl Street, River and Woods serves Colorado Comfort Cuisine. The culinary team prepares whimsical interpretations of traditional comfort food and a carefully curated boutique bar program rounds out the River and Woods experience. With incredible weekend brunches, fun daily happy hour specials, live music, outdoor dining and an emphasis in local farm partners, and sustainable sourcing, River and Woods has been elevating comfort food since 2016! River and Woods also hosts private parties and special events.
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3. The Kitchen American Bistro - Boulder
4.6
Exceptional(983)
Price: Expensive
• American • Boulder
Booked 45 times today
The Kitchen American Bistro on Pearl Street offers an imaginative array of globally-inspired shared plates & killer drinks crafted in a stylish, casual space.
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4. Basta
4.6
Exceptional(389)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Boulder
Booked 26 times today
In 2010 Basta, from the Italian word meaning “enough”, opened its doors with a single wood-fired oven evoking techniques both past and present. Our kitchen sources from a variety of locales with significance placed on Colorado and West Coast farmers, ranchers, and fishers. Our beverage team curates a focused menu highlighting small production beer, natural wines, and seasonal cocktails.Basta is located in the center of the Peloton Condominium Complex.Patio seating is available first-come, first-served, weather permitting. Walk-ins always welcome!Monday - Saturday / 5pm - 9pmFor general inquiries or parties greater than 6, please email reservations@bastaboulder.com.
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5. Flagstaff House
4.8
Exceptional(5861)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Boulder
Booked 29 times today
Partners Executive Chef and Food Network Chopped Champion Chris Royster and General Manager Adam Monette welcome you to the Flagstaff House Restaurant for unparalleled Colorado dining experience. Located at an elevation of 6,000 feet, the Flagstaff House offers breathtaking views, new American cuisine, a world-renowned wine list and impeccable service. Local and seasonal cuisine take the spotlight in curating our menu. Offered are a four-course or Chef's multi-course tasting menu. The Monette family has owned the Flagstaff House since 1971 and holds many prestigious awards including Colorado's longest holding Wine Spectator Grand Award, Forbes Travel Guide Four Star rating and AAA Four Diamond status. Features include Men's Journal, Bon Appetite, Conde Nast Traveler, USA Today, 5280, Best of Boulder, Eater and many others. We look forward to welcoming you for a special dining experience. Instagram @flagstaffhouse_restaurant
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6. Pizzeria Alberico
4.7
Exceptional(107)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Boulder
Booked 17 times today
Join us at our cozy spot on the East end of Pearl Street, right in the heart of downtown Boulder. Our menu features Southern Italian staples like fritti, fresh salads, savory salumi, artisanal pizzas, and delicious gelato, all made with ingredients from local farms to bring you a fresh take on the classics. Our wood-fired oven adds an authentic touch to our pizzas, creating a perfect, crispy crust every time.Enjoy our sprawling, dog-friendly patio with a spritz in hand during our daily aperitivo hour. Come for the food, stay for the ambiance, and experience a slice of Italy right here in Boulder!p.s. It's al-beh-REE-co (named after the Alberico family!)A 2.5% Health and Wellness fee will be added to all guest checks. This initiative is designed to help us continue offering premium insurance benefits to our team members.​
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7. Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. Boulder
4.8
Exceptional(1315)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Boulder
Booked 39 times today
The name Hapa is derived from the Hawaiian term that describes a harmonious blend of Asian and American cultures. Like our name, our food reflects this dynamic combination. The menu is based on traditional Japanese cooking fundamentals which are then amplified, muted, or mixed with influences from many different styles of cooking until they are something completely new: they're Hapa. We have stretched the boundaries of creativity to develop dishes that defy all the rules while holding true to our roots. We hope that you will find our menu innovative, uninhibited, and distinctly fun! Incomplete parties will not be sat until complete.
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8. Japango Boulder
4.7
Exceptional(1553)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Boulder
Booked 32 times today
Japango, set in a historic building just west of Broadway on the Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, CO, offers a dynamic combination of traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine. Guests will enjoy a relaxed experience in an award winning space designed by nationally acclaimed architect, Scott Rodwin. In many ways this wildly popular restaurant feels like a direct extension of Boulder itself—sophisticated, casual and healthy. // It’s is the perfect place for a first date, a family gathering, or a night out with friends. In addition to an elegant—yet intimate and unpretentious—dining room, Japango features a large sushi bar, a Pearl Street patio, a back patio with fireplace, an enclosed patio that seats up to 10, and a lively bar and lounge area. // The full bar offers unique house cocktails, an extensive sake menu and the largest Japanese whisky selection in Colorado.
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9. Carelli's Ristorante Italiano
4.7
Exceptional(1287)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Boulder
Booked 7 times today
Enjoy a wonderful dining experience with family or friends at Carelli's. Owner Greg Carelli with help from his father Gene wanted to offer guests authentic Italian cuisine in a contemporary setting that features a large open flame fireplace, mosaic tiles, natural Birch woods, and warm lighting. An appetizer of fresh mozzarella and Beefsteak tomato caprese, lightly breaded calamari or lamb artichoke meatballs will please the palate at Carelli's. Guests can dine on baked jumbo shells stuffed with spinach and ricotta , the classic chicken parmigiana or shrimp scampi. Artisanal pizza, calzones, and paninis. Awsome Gluten-free options are also available. Carelli's was the winner of the Daily Camera Reader's Choice 2002-2020 award for Best Italian Restaurant and ambiance. It also has won awards from the Denver Post and Boulder Weekly magazines. It has an awesome bar scene and an extensive wine list. Carelli's restaurant features daily fresh fish specials.
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10. Stella's Cucina
4.7
Exceptional(771)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Boulder
Booked 23 times today
The restaurant was founded in 2023 by owner Stella Spanu, a Boulder local. Honoring her Italian heritage and embracing her passion for food and hospitality, Spanu’s philosophy is to have a dining experience that stimulates all senses by incorporating visual art, design, music, premier service, comfortable seating and fresh, authentic Italian cuisine. The space, an Art Deco inspiration, was conceptualized and built by architect Miguel Quismondo.Stella's is showcasing a world-class menu, highlighting traditions from all over Italy, with house-made pastas with imported ingredients directly from Italy, and locally sourced ingredients from Colorado farms. The menu is accompanied by an extensive selection of Italian wines and specialty cocktails.Friday and Saturday, after dinner service, the space will transform into a lounge with a dance floor with a state-of-the-art sound system, while guests are encouraged to enjoy beverages, the dance floor, and a wide variety of music.

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  • KimVIP
    Nashville •38 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Have lived in Boulder over30 years and was one of The Kitchen’s first customers. Our dinner last night was as magical as the first dinner we ever had with you! Simply fabulous! We travel and dine around the world at top restaurants and literally last night’s dinner was one of our best ever! Great job!! Bravo!
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    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderPrice: Expensive• American• Boulder
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    4.6
  • meganVIP
    Denver / Colorado •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This was our first time trying R+W and we would definitely return! All of the food was delicious and comforting without being massively heavy - we didn't have the short ribs or burger so those may be a little heavier, but worth it, I'm sure. Our server was lovely and funny and rolled with some odd requests from one of our dinner guests, haha. Would highly recommend!
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    River and Woods RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Boulder
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    4.5
  • Suzanne
    Denver / Colorado •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    A wonderful dining experience and the food was delicious! I highly recommend Cozobi to everyone
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    Cozobi Fonda FinaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Boulder
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    4.9
  • Carrie
    Denver / Colorado •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 24, 2025
    We appreciated accommodating my son’s bday dinner inside, as it started raining. The manager said it might be a wait and brought us edamame and gyoza which was a lovely touch. Sushi was especially on point tonight and delicious and our server was attentive. We have been coming here for over a decade and love the new space.
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    Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. BoulderPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Boulder
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    4.8
  • DEBRAVIP
    Denver / Colorado •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 23, 2025
    We love the service and food at Japango. We are original customers and it is always consistently delicious, fresh and our go to sushi place in Boulder.
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    Japango BoulderPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Boulder
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    4.7

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