Best restaurants near me in Boulder, CO

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1. Pizzeria Alberico

4.8

Exceptional(107)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Boulder

Booked 16 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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2. The Kitchen American Bistro - Boulder

4.6

Exceptional(983)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Boulder

Booked 37 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.

3. Cozobi Fonda Fina

4.9

Exceptional(218)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Boulder

Booked 45 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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4. Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. Boulder

4.8

Exceptional(1316)

$$$$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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5. 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.

6. Stella's Cucina

4.7

Exceptional(771)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Boulder

Booked 21 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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7. Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - Boulder

4.7

Exceptional(2792)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Boulder

Booked 33 times today

We don't take ourselves too seriously at Jax Fish House. Two things we do take seriously? The freshness and sustainability of our seafood. You know fresh fish when you see, smell, and taste it-and thanks to modern delivery technology, we bring in that freshy-fresh seven days a week. Sustainability is a little more complicated. Not all commercial fisheries are created equal. That's why we work closely with our suppliers and science-based organizations to ensure that every single thing we serve is responsibly sourced. We consider the stocks of the species we source to prevent overfishing and we work with suppliers who harvest in ways that have minimal impacts on marine environments.

8. SALT - Boulder

4.7

Exceptional(2128)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Boulder

Booked 28 times today

If your desired time is not showing availability, please give us a call (303)444-7258.At SALT, our passionate commitment to sustainability inspires everything we do. We source quality ingredients from local farms and believe the shortest distance from the farm to the table is best. We only serve grass-finished beef, humanely raised chicken and pork, and we purchase Wisdom Farm eggs from Haxtun, Colorado. By sourcing locally, we know where our produce comes from and the person who grew it. Not only does this showcase what farmers in Colorado do so well, but it gives our guests the opportunity to support their neighbors and friends. Our food bridges the gap between healthy, delicious, and sustainable, creating a unique experience for our guests.

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9. Spruce Farm & Fish

4.5

Awesome(2082)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Boulder

Booked 22 times today

At Spruce Farm & Fish, we serve thoughtfully crafted brunch and dinner menus that highlight fresh, sustainably sourced ingredients—especially our seafood, flown in daily from trusted oyster farms and fisheries. Brunch is served every day until 2pm, offering a perfect start to your morning with both classic favorites and seasonal surprises.In the evening, enjoy rotating dinner specials that reflect Colorado’s bounty and culinary creativity. Our full bar features expertly pulled espresso drinks, a curated wine list, and locally distilled spirits and craft brews. Daily happy hour brings together fresh cocktails and small plates in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.Prefer to dine at home? Call us at 303-442-4880 to place your to-go order and enjoy Spruce wherever you are.

10. Japango Boulder

4.7

Exceptional(1553)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Boulder

Booked 30 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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DavidVIP
Denver / Colorado •20 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
We love sitting at the sushi bar here. The service is better than at tables and it’s more intimate. Also love to watch the sushi chefs. We had the 2 special rolls and they were both great.
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Nashville •38 reviews
5.0
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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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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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KendellVIP
South Carolina •163 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We love eating at Pizzeria Alberico and make it a destination whenever we are near Boulder. The pizzas are crispy with a tender and chewy crust. I prefer their white pizzas and find the funghi perfectly satisfying. Do start with an Antica Salad-ample size to split two or three ways. It is lightly dressed and a refreshing start to the meal. The wine list is good; diners can request to order from the Frasca wine list for an even deeper wine selection. Staff are very friendly and interested in making each dining experience a good one. Reservations are recommended. Dine in or out.
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Pizzeria AlbericoPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Boulder
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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

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1. Pizzeria Alberico

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3. Cozobi Fonda Fina

4. Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. Boulder

5. River and Woods Restaurant

6. Stella's Cucina

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