Guidebook for Boulder
Food Scene
Oak is great for special occasions, creative American cuisine and an amazing cocktail list.
They roast their chicken using oak chips which gives it a unique, smoky taste.
139 locals recommend
Oak
1400 Pearl StOak is great for special occasions, creative American cuisine and an amazing cocktail list.
They roast their chicken using oak chips which gives it a unique, smoky taste.
Since it opened in July this is the hottest spot in town right now. It's a food truck collective with a permanent bar featuring live music and local brews. Food types available are tex-mex, asian and American with some variations. The scene is very Boulder and the music and beer is great! The food is the weakest link but still a great place to hang out and enjoy the weather.
If you have a bike or feel like walking, take the Goose Creek bike path so you don't need to find a parking spot. The parking lot is guaranteed to be full every evening.
97 locals recommend
Rayback Collective
2775 Valmont RdSince it opened in July this is the hottest spot in town right now. It's a food truck collective with a permanent bar featuring live music and local brews. Food types available are tex-mex, asian and American with some variations. The scene is very Boulder and the music and beer is great! The food is the weakest link but still a great place to hang out and enjoy the weather.
If you have a bike or feel like walking, take the Goose Creek bike path so you don't need to find a parking spot. The parking lot is guaranteed to be full every evening.
Fast and easy sandwiches, great to pick up for a quick breakfast or lunch.
72 locals recommend
Moe's Broadway Bagel
2650 BroadwayFast and easy sandwiches, great to pick up for a quick breakfast or lunch.
The tea house was constructed in Dushanbe, Tajikistan (Boulder's Sister City) and rebuilt here in Colorado.
The interior is very detailed and beautiful; a great place to sit for coffee, tea or a bite to eat.
The best time to go is during the week when there are fewer tourists and it's easier to get a table.
317 locals recommend
The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse
1770 13th StThe tea house was constructed in Dushanbe, Tajikistan (Boulder's Sister City) and rebuilt here in Colorado.
The interior is very detailed and beautiful; a great place to sit for coffee, tea or a bite to eat.
The best time to go is during the week when there are fewer tourists and it's easier to get a table.
Sightseeing
Pearl Street is a great place to go for a stroll, shop and eat. The variety of restaurants is fantastic. You'll find something for everyone in the family here.
205 locals recommend
Pearl Street
1303 BroadwayPearl Street is a great place to go for a stroll, shop and eat. The variety of restaurants is fantastic. You'll find something for everyone in the family here.
This road goes right up Boulder Canyon to Nederlands and is a very beautiful, if twisty, drive. The waterfall half way up on the right side is hit or miss - sometimes open, sometimes closed, but the scenery is beautiful.
Past the waterfall on the left are little turn offs next to Boulder creek and some have picnic tables, perfect for a morning or afternoon picnic.
Boulder Canyon Drive
Boulder Canyon DriveThis road goes right up Boulder Canyon to Nederlands and is a very beautiful, if twisty, drive. The waterfall half way up on the right side is hit or miss - sometimes open, sometimes closed, but the scenery is beautiful.
Past the waterfall on the left are little turn offs next to Boulder creek and some have picnic tables, perfect for a morning or afternoon picnic.
Parks & Nature
For panoramic views of the plains and also Flatirons this is a great trail. The trail most of the way up is not challenging but for serious hikers you can also summit the mountain and take in even more spectacular views.
47 locals recommend
Sanitas Valley Trail
Sanitas Valley TrailFor panoramic views of the plains and also Flatirons this is a great trail. The trail most of the way up is not challenging but for serious hikers you can also summit the mountain and take in even more spectacular views.
The Arch provides a great view over the city and usually quieter than some of the other ones closer to town. Check it out in our Boulder Trails guidebook!
18 locals recommend
Royal Arch Trail
Royal Arch TrailThe Arch provides a great view over the city and usually quieter than some of the other ones closer to town. Check it out in our Boulder Trails guidebook!
Arts & Culture
Having just completed a renovation this venue is great performing arts if you value a cozy atmosphere.
105 locals recommend
Dairy Arts Center
2590 Walnut StHaving just completed a renovation this venue is great performing arts if you value a cozy atmosphere.
Getting Around
There are bike rental kiosks all over town and it's a great way to see the city.
Bike-friendly Boulder is not just a name.
15 locals recommend
B-Cycle: Pearl & 28th
Pearl Street There are bike rental kiosks all over town and it's a great way to see the city.
Bike-friendly Boulder is not just a name.
Essentials
Ideal Market is a great place for a quick trip to the grocery. Owned by Whole Foods, Ideal has a decent selection of prepared foods and most everything you would find at a much larger store.
For a full selection go to the Whole Foods on Pearl Street or Trader Joes on 28th Street, both just a few minutes away by car or bike.
156 locals recommend
Ideal Market Boulder
1275 Alpine Ave.Ideal Market is a great place for a quick trip to the grocery. Owned by Whole Foods, Ideal has a decent selection of prepared foods and most everything you would find at a much larger store.
For a full selection go to the Whole Foods on Pearl Street or Trader Joes on 28th Street, both just a few minutes away by car or bike.
Drinks & Nightlife
The downstairs bar from the restaurant upstairs is cozy and a quiet place to go for a before dinner drink.
75 locals recommend
SALT
1047 Pearl StThe downstairs bar from the restaurant upstairs is cozy and a quiet place to go for a before dinner drink.