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The Kitchen American Bistro - Boulder, Boulder, CO

The Kitchen American Bistro - Boulder

4.6
4.6
956 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
1039 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
The Kitchen American Bistro on Pearl Street offers an imaginative array of globally-inspired shared plates & killer drinks crafted in a stylish, casual space.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Boulder
  • Cross street
    11th Street
  • Parking details
    There is a large public parking facility at Spruce & 11th Street, 1/2 block from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day in Boulder!

    $10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    Brunch & Bloom with us this Mother's Day!💐
    Mother's Day in Boulder! Photo
  • Graduation Week

    $10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 7, 2025 - May 10, 2025
    Congratulations CU Graduates!

What 956 people are saying

The Kitchen American Bistro - Boulder reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boulder Area

    Innovative

  • Boulder Area

    Healthy

  • Boulder Area

    American

  • Boulder Area

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Kitchen American Bistro in Boulder offers "great food" with a focus on "delicious" and "locally sourced" dishes. The "amazing ambiance" and attentive service make it a "favorite place" for both locals and visitors. While some reviews noted slow service or noise, the overall dining experience is highly praised.

956 Reviews
  1. Darin

    Omaha1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food was fantastic! The chicken was unbelievable!! Delish!!

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  2. Christina

    San Diego11 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    They call it family style. Portions are quite small but food was good. Pretty pricey for tiny serving size. Carrots were delicious

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  3. karen

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food beautifully prepared with subtle global flavors that make The Kitchen a unique foodie lovers experience. The chef has traveled the world and delivers those tastes to your table. We love this place. Most of the produce comes from local farms. And lots of choices for pescatarians. We love the shrimp, crab fried rice, and tiraditu.
    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Karen! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding dining experience at The Kitchen Boulder. It's wonderful to know that our diverse menu appealed to your taste buds. We're glad you enjoyed our shrimp, crab fried rice, and tiradito. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Jess

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  4. Michael VIP

    New York City8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Terrible service. Slow to bring drink, slower to bring wine, no care or attention to detail, app and main brought out within 2 min of each other, just unfortunate given that I’ve been here before and enjoyed it. It feels like they’re waning, perhaps losing focus as they’ve expanded to Chicago, Austin etc. I won’t try again for awhile.
    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Michael. We're sorry to hear that your recent experience at The Kitchen Boulder didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our service and it's disappointing to hear that we fell short this time. We value your past patronage and your comments will be taken into consideration as we strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best, Jess

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  5. Thomas VIP

    Las Vegas42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience- food, service, drinks. It was wonderful.
    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Thomas! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at The Kitchen Boulder. It's wonderful to know that our food, service, and drinks hit the mark for you. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Thank you kindly, Jess

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  6. Susan VIP

    Denver27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t go out to eat often. But when I go out, I like to have food that I would not necessarily make at home without being fussy. Kenna was fantastic in giving her honest recommendation that were outstanding. Each dish was interesting, purposeful and delicious. Our favorites were the carrots (trust on this one) and the gnocheitti (new to menu). I left thinking about when I would come back again. I come back again
    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Susan! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at The Kitchen Boulder. It's wonderful to know that our unique carrot and gnochetti dishes stood out for you. We're also glad to hear that you found our food to be purposeful and delicious. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We're looking forward to your next visit. Thanks again for considering us worthy of a return visit! All the best, Jess

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  7. Joshua

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic. Table was ready for our party. Food was fantastic and we ordered many options. Superb.
    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Joshua, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your party had a great time at The Kitchen Boulder and enjoyed our variety of menu options. We always aim to provide fantastic food and excellent service, and it's great to know we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, Jess

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  8. Emily

    Denver2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Came for a birthday, nobody mentioned anything about the birthday. Had to wait a long time to get water and didn’t get orders taken until 45 minutes in. Everything took much longer than it should’ve and overall killed the experience.
    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderResponded on April 27, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Emily. We're sorry to hear that your birthday celebration at The Kitchen Boulder didn't meet your expectations. We understand how important it is to have a welcoming and seamless experience, especially for special occasions like birthdays. We apologize for the delay in service and any confusion about the party. We appreciate your patience and hope this experience doesn't deter you from returning. We would love to win you back. Thanks, Jess

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  9. Ugljesa

    Denver5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pretty much super expensive Spanish tapas. Very tasty and service was excellent. But OMG I don't understand why such small portions.
    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderResponded on April 27, 2025
    Hi Ugljesa, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you found our service excellent. We appreciate your comments on our portion sizes. We are always looking for ways to improve, and your input is valuable to us. We hope to see you again soon at The Kitchen Boulder. Best regards, Jess

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  10. Glen

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for a first date! Excellent service and food.
    The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderResponded on April 27, 2025
    Hi Glen, We're thrilled to hear that you had a great first date at The Kitchen Boulder! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our service and food. We always strive to provide an excellent dining experience for our guests, and your kind words are truly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable date! Best, Jess

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Kitchen American Bistro - Boulder

1039 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    11th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Boulder
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a large public parking facility at Spruce & 11th Street, 1/2 block from the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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