Guidebook for Boulder

Lyndel
Guidebook for Boulder

Food Scene

Cozy, down to earth coffee shop that features local art, live music and wine/ beer.
129 locals recommend
The Laughing Goat
1709 Pearl St
129 locals recommend
Cozy, down to earth coffee shop that features local art, live music and wine/ beer.
Prepared to be wowed at this nationally renowned restaurant only blocks from our house!
106 locals recommend
Frasca Food and Wine
1738 Pearl St
106 locals recommend
Prepared to be wowed at this nationally renowned restaurant only blocks from our house!
Stop by this place for excellent sandwiches paired with thoughtfully crafted side dishes.
8 locals recommend
Dish Gourmet
1918 Pearl St
8 locals recommend
Stop by this place for excellent sandwiches paired with thoughtfully crafted side dishes.
Need to tuck in and have a REAL Boulder brunch? Snooze is a Colorado favorite.
862 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
6315 W 104th Ave
862 locals recommend
Need to tuck in and have a REAL Boulder brunch? Snooze is a Colorado favorite.
Meticulous coffee preparation in a hip setting. Only a few blocks away!
131 locals recommend
Boxcar Coffee Roasters
1825 Pearl St
131 locals recommend
Meticulous coffee preparation in a hip setting. Only a few blocks away!
If you love sushi and traditional Japanese food, this sake bar will be a big pleaser.
18 locals recommend
Izakaya Amu
1221 Spruce St
18 locals recommend
If you love sushi and traditional Japanese food, this sake bar will be a big pleaser.
This is one of our long time favorite "farm to table" restaurants in town. Great people watching from their tables out front.
220 locals recommend
The Kitchen
1039 Pearl St
220 locals recommend
This is one of our long time favorite "farm to table" restaurants in town. Great people watching from their tables out front.
Oak is hot in the "farm to table scene," and they also serve interesting, artisanal cocktails.
139 locals recommend
Oak
1400 Pearl St
139 locals recommend
Oak is hot in the "farm to table scene," and they also serve interesting, artisanal cocktails.
Lucile's is one of Boulder's first and best brunch spots. Situated in a historic Victorian cottage, Lucile's serves up the most indulgent cajun grub this side of the Mississippi. Very close!
156 locals recommend
Lucile's
2124 14th St
156 locals recommend
Lucile's is one of Boulder's first and best brunch spots. Situated in a historic Victorian cottage, Lucile's serves up the most indulgent cajun grub this side of the Mississippi. Very close!
One of the most historic dining rooms in the West, Chautauqua Dining Hall is a great beginning and/or end to the fantastic hikes that begin at its doorstep. Learn about the history of the Chautauqua movement which influenced the history of Boulder while enjoying a lovely meal on the wrap-around porch.
54 locals recommend
Chautauqua Dining Hall
900 Baseline Rd
54 locals recommend
One of the most historic dining rooms in the West, Chautauqua Dining Hall is a great beginning and/or end to the fantastic hikes that begin at its doorstep. Learn about the history of the Chautauqua movement which influenced the history of Boulder while enjoying a lovely meal on the wrap-around porch.
River and Woods serves as an excellent new addition to Boulder's ever-growing food scene. Nestled in a cute cottage not far from our place, R & W has sparse but elegant decor and a consistent, tasty menu, featuring seasonal American comfort food. They have a lovely back yard patio which they tent with heaters in the winter. You won't forget their deviled eggs and Mac n Cheese - next level!
39 locals recommend
River and Woods
2328 Pearl Street
39 locals recommend
River and Woods serves as an excellent new addition to Boulder's ever-growing food scene. Nestled in a cute cottage not far from our place, R & W has sparse but elegant decor and a consistent, tasty menu, featuring seasonal American comfort food. They have a lovely back yard patio which they tent with heaters in the winter. You won't forget their deviled eggs and Mac n Cheese - next level!
Dine in the most beautiful room in Boulder, hand crafted in Central Asia and presented to Boulder as a gift from our sister city. The eclectic menu features a selection of dishes from around the world, and of course, you must try some tea from their extensive menu.
317 locals recommend
The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse
1770 13th St
317 locals recommend
Dine in the most beautiful room in Boulder, hand crafted in Central Asia and presented to Boulder as a gift from our sister city. The eclectic menu features a selection of dishes from around the world, and of course, you must try some tea from their extensive menu.
Rayback is a stylish, converted industrial space that has a rotating collection of food trucks parked outside. The large patio features picnic table-style seating, a year-round fire pit, and games for the kids. During the colder months, folks dine inside at community tables. Lounge on couches, watch the big screen TVs and enjoy the relaxed, local vibe.
97 locals recommend
Rayback Collective
2775 Valmont Rd
97 locals recommend
Rayback is a stylish, converted industrial space that has a rotating collection of food trucks parked outside. The large patio features picnic table-style seating, a year-round fire pit, and games for the kids. During the colder months, folks dine inside at community tables. Lounge on couches, watch the big screen TVs and enjoy the relaxed, local vibe.
Chocolates, truffles, cakes and other treats made by hand, with the finest ingredients. They serve coffee too!
31 locals recommend
Piece Love and Chocolate, LLC
805 Pearl St
31 locals recommend
Chocolates, truffles, cakes and other treats made by hand, with the finest ingredients. They serve coffee too!
If you are looking for the best juice bar in town, look no further. They also serve cold pressed coffee and broth.
26 locals recommend
Wonder
946 Pearl Street
26 locals recommend
If you are looking for the best juice bar in town, look no further. They also serve cold pressed coffee and broth.
Leaf is an awesome dining option whether you are vegan or not. It is very near, has outdoor seating and big windows that open up.
50 locals recommend
Leaf
1710 Pearl St
50 locals recommend
Leaf is an awesome dining option whether you are vegan or not. It is very near, has outdoor seating and big windows that open up.
This is a beautiful food hall right downtown!
49 locals recommend
Rosetta Hall
1109 Walnut Street
49 locals recommend
This is a beautiful food hall right downtown!
Local ice cream shop in a cute shopping center, 15 minute walk or a short drive away.
74 locals recommend
Sweet Cow
2628 Broadway
74 locals recommend
Local ice cream shop in a cute shopping center, 15 minute walk or a short drive away.
A Boulder institution, this is a great place to grab a delicious pastry, togo salad or a healthy lunch. Next to Sweet Cow, if you need to get ice cream, too!
35 locals recommend
Breadworks Bakery & Cafe
2644 Broadway
35 locals recommend
A Boulder institution, this is a great place to grab a delicious pastry, togo salad or a healthy lunch. Next to Sweet Cow, if you need to get ice cream, too!
Santo is a local gem (an easy 15-20 min walk or 5 min drive), featuring Northern New Mexican food. Great margaritas, too. Afterwards, if you need to grab something at our neighborhood Whole Foods, it's right next door.
36 locals recommend
Santo
1265 Alpine Ave.
36 locals recommend
Santo is a local gem (an easy 15-20 min walk or 5 min drive), featuring Northern New Mexican food. Great margaritas, too. Afterwards, if you need to grab something at our neighborhood Whole Foods, it's right next door.
Renamed Pizzeria Alberico, this is an authentic Napoli style pizzeria in a stylish setting with excellent service and wine. Owned by the team behind famed Frasca next door. The oven, its tiles, and even the grout were all imported directly from Italy.
149 locals recommend
Pizzeria Locale
1730 Pearl St
149 locals recommend
Renamed Pizzeria Alberico, this is an authentic Napoli style pizzeria in a stylish setting with excellent service and wine. Owned by the team behind famed Frasca next door. The oven, its tiles, and even the grout were all imported directly from Italy.
Lovely coffee shop with a cozy atmosphere and irresistible home goods for sale.
Süti & Co.
Lovely coffee shop with a cozy atmosphere and irresistible home goods for sale.
We love this minimalist cafe with excellent coffee and light bites.
Creature Comforts Cafe
We love this minimalist cafe with excellent coffee and light bites.
Something for everyone at this airy corner spot at the east end of Pearl Street Mall. Great patio, excellent service, and delicious pseudo-Italian fare.
Postino Boulder
Something for everyone at this airy corner spot at the east end of Pearl Street Mall. Great patio, excellent service, and delicious pseudo-Italian fare.

Shopping

Forty years ago, the city of Boulder decided to block car traffic for several city blocks along Pearl Street. Over time it has developed into a focal point for the city. It's Boulder's official living room: the place to shop, dine, hang out, people watch, and catch a little street entertainment.
591 locals recommend
Pearl Street Mall
1303 Pearl Street
591 locals recommend
Forty years ago, the city of Boulder decided to block car traffic for several city blocks along Pearl Street. Over time it has developed into a focal point for the city. It's Boulder's official living room: the place to shop, dine, hang out, people watch, and catch a little street entertainment.
Wednesdays and Saturdays, April – November. Come see what the farm to table movement is like in Boulder! Food and drink vendors are aplenty as well as live music and lots of fun!
169 locals recommend
Boulder Farmers Market
13th Street
169 locals recommend
Wednesdays and Saturdays, April – November. Come see what the farm to table movement is like in Boulder! Food and drink vendors are aplenty as well as live music and lots of fun!
Fun, hip thrift store just blocks away!
Apocalypse
1813 Pearl Street
Fun, hip thrift store just blocks away!
Literally three blocks from us, this "slow fashion" boutique features not only indie designed apparel but curated home goods and of the moment beauty products.
Jones + Co Modern Mercantile
1949 Pearl Street
Literally three blocks from us, this "slow fashion" boutique features not only indie designed apparel but curated home goods and of the moment beauty products.

Essentials

If the big Whole Foods is a bit too intense for you, try our neighborhood Whole Foods, aka Ideal Market.
156 locals recommend
Ideal Market Boulder
1275 Alpine Ave.
156 locals recommend
If the big Whole Foods is a bit too intense for you, try our neighborhood Whole Foods, aka Ideal Market.
This huge Whole Foods is not only a grocery store, but a meeting place, a cafe, and a slice of true Boulder life.
216 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
695 S Broadway
216 locals recommend
This huge Whole Foods is not only a grocery store, but a meeting place, a cafe, and a slice of true Boulder life.
Need to workout, take a yoga class or get some laps in? This awesome facility is only a few minutes away by car.
42 locals recommend
North Boulder Recreation Center
3170 Broadway
42 locals recommend
Need to workout, take a yoga class or get some laps in? This awesome facility is only a few minutes away by car.

Parks & Nature

This is our local hiking trail which provides awesome views both east out to the plains and west to the continental divide at the top.
146 locals recommend
Mount Sanitas Trailhead
Sunshine Canyon Drive
146 locals recommend
This is our local hiking trail which provides awesome views both east out to the plains and west to the continental divide at the top.
Every visitor to Boulder should see our crown jewels, the Flatirons, close up at the historic Chautauqua park and trails.
143 locals recommend
Chautauqua
143 locals recommend
Every visitor to Boulder should see our crown jewels, the Flatirons, close up at the historic Chautauqua park and trails.
This is a popular uphill climb that provides great eastern views at the top.
18 locals recommend
Royal Arch Trail
Royal Arch Trail
18 locals recommend
This is a popular uphill climb that provides great eastern views at the top.
Super secret locals hike just east of the Sanitas Valley Trail.
10 locals recommend
Dakota Ridge Trail
Dakota Ridge Trail
10 locals recommend
Super secret locals hike just east of the Sanitas Valley Trail.
Fantastic views from top in all directions. You can start at the Gregory Canyon Trailhead or off of Flagstaff Road for the shorter version.
6 locals recommend
Green Mountain
6 locals recommend
Fantastic views from top in all directions. You can start at the Gregory Canyon Trailhead or off of Flagstaff Road for the shorter version.
Quirky town, awesome historic swimming pool, and breathtaking rock faces for avid climbers. Great hiking, too!
172 locals recommend
Eldorado Canyon State Park
9 Kneale Rd
172 locals recommend
Quirky town, awesome historic swimming pool, and breathtaking rock faces for avid climbers. Great hiking, too!
The Boulder Creek Path runs right through town and is a wonderful place to walk or bike for a few miles, east or west. In the summer, the tall cottonwoods lining the banks provide lots of shade, and it is an equally calming, pretty place in the winter. Be careful of hard core speedsters passing on the left!
76 locals recommend
Boulder Creek Path
Boulder Creek Path
76 locals recommend
The Boulder Creek Path runs right through town and is a wonderful place to walk or bike for a few miles, east or west. In the summer, the tall cottonwoods lining the banks provide lots of shade, and it is an equally calming, pretty place in the winter. Be careful of hard core speedsters passing on the left!

Entertainment & Activities

Historic theater/ music venue in the heart of Boulder, just 10-15 minute walk from our place.
165 locals recommend
Boulder Theater
2032 14th St
165 locals recommend
Historic theater/ music venue in the heart of Boulder, just 10-15 minute walk from our place.

Arts & Culture

Why not catch a live taping of eTown while you're in town, it's just down the street! Great music acts all through the week.
26 locals recommend
eTown Hall
1535 Spruce St
26 locals recommend
Why not catch a live taping of eTown while you're in town, it's just down the street! Great music acts all through the week.
If you are looking for local history, this is the place!
Carnegie Branch Library for Local History
1125 Pine St
If you are looking for local history, this is the place!
Small but engaging museum to combine with a trip to the Dushanbe Tea House and/or the farmers market.
102 locals recommend
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
1750 13th St
102 locals recommend
Small but engaging museum to combine with a trip to the Dushanbe Tea House and/or the farmers market.