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Restaurants Boulder, Colorado AMERICAN CUISINE
In an elegant rustic mountain lodge with scenic views of Longs Peak, this Colorado getaway restaurant offers fine dining featuring from-scratch cooking, locally farmed organic produce and free-range, hormone-free, humanely treated animal products. Start with spicy red-curry-and-coconut mussels, or try the rustic flatbread, roasted pepper and Mozzarella panzanella. Then savor honey- and fennel-glazed salmon (with basil whipped potatoes and radish slaw), or garlic mustard-rubbed lamb T-bone, with summer squash and bacon ragoût and cauliflower purée. The sumptuous dessert menu includes green apple panna cotta or caramel soufflé glacé. Alice’s also features a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list and espresso bar. Open daily 11:30am-2pm for lunch, and 5:30-8pm for the standard three-course or ultimate seven-course dinner. Happy Hour daily 4-6pm; bar menu served 2-10pm. All major credit cards. Checks accepted. THE ATTIC BAR & BISTRO 949 Walnut St., 303-415-1300. Sandwiches, salads, burgers and steaks. Open for lunch and dinner. BJ’S PIZZA, GRILL & BREWERY 1125 Pearl St., 303-402-9294. Deep-dish Chicago-style pizza. Open for lunch and dinner. BLACK CAT 1964 13th St., 303-444-9110. Sophisticated American cuisine. Open for dinner Mon-Sat. BOULDER BROKER INN RESTAURANT 555 30th St., in the Boulder Broker Inn, 303-449-1752, www.boulderbrokerinn.com. Features Champagne brunch and lunch buffet. Open breakfast, lunch and dinner. BOULDER CAFÉ 1247 Pearl St., 303-444-4884. Raw bar, fondues, steak, seafood. Open for breakfast and brunch Sat-Sun; lunch and dinner daily.
The ChopHouse takes you back in time to the casual elegance of the 1940s. The menu features a selection of delectable entrées ranging from melt-in-your-mouth filet mignon and Porterhouse steaks to tender chicken piccata. Daily specials include fresh seafood, grill choices and a vegetarian entrée, served with salad, corn bread, and your choice of baked potato, wild rice pilaf, seasoned fries or white-Cheddar mashed potatoes. The extensive wine list includes more than 135 bottles and dozens of wines by the glass. The dessert menu features house-made Key lime pie and warm chocolate cake with a molten chocolate lava center, served with vanilla-bean ice cream. Happy Hour in the bar and bar patio Mon-Fri 4-6pm featuring $1.95 food specials, $2.95 pints, $3.95 select wines by the glass, $3.95 wells and $4.95 Martinis. Open daily at 4pm. Reservations accepted. Parking validation offered for Boulder’s downtown parking garages. Major credit cards accepted.
Boulder’s oldest steakhouse, in business for 39 years, the Cork is a favorite that offers a variety of food to please anyone’s taste in a cozy, candlelit atmosphere. Begin your meal with Maine lobster ravioli or Prince Edwsard Island mussels in garlic, white wine and cream. Delicious entrées include Sirloin with the Blues—a 12-ounce top sirloin with grilled onions and blue-cheese cream sauce—and a 7-ounce filet of beef with a Maryland-style crab cake. Now serving only all-natural beef. Top off your meal with a piece of the Cork’s signature mud pie, crème brûlée or Southern pecan pie. The wine list features 350 bottlings and has received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Open for lunch Mon-Fri 11:15am-2pm; dinner nightly 5:30-10pm. Checks and all major credit cards accepted.
Put a little pizzazz in your meal at Boulder’s Dinner Theatre, which features live entertainment with great cooking. Performances of The Will Roger Follies run through August 31. Also showing What…’s In The World, an original social satire created by Rick Crorn, the mastermind behind Aspen’s hilarious Crystal Palace Revue. Entrées include the audience favorite chicken Cordon Bleu topped with white-wine sauce, and Caribbean crusted snapper with island spices and a smoked mint-chili sauce. Savor the dénouement with almond-pecan-walnut crostini torte or Big Apple pie with a scoop of ice cream, and complement the finale with a seasonal specialty drink from the full bar. Doors open at 5:30pm Thurs-Mon, with a matinee at 12:15pm on Sundays. VISA, MC, DISC.
Just 30 miles west of Denver, in the historic mining town of Idaho Springs, you’ll discover one of Colorado’s most authentic Western dining establishments. More than a century old, the famous Buffalo Restaurant & Bar is a combination of four different structures, each rich in history and legend. Over the years, the Buffalo Restaurant & Bar has evolved into one of the most popular eateries in Colorado, serving buffalo steaks, burgers, pizza, salads, pasta, Mexican dishes and more. Twelve beers on tap. Open daily 11am-10pm. Happy Hour daily at 4pm. Checks and all major credit cards accepted.
Casa Colorado sets high standards for wholesome and delicious fresh food. Offering a complete fine-dining retreat in the Front Range, it serves organic and local products, including produce grown in on-site greenhouses. Enjoy elegant dining in an intimate setting providing a vibrant and artful ambience at 9,200 feet. In addition to guest meals, Casa Colorado offers Dinners at the Divide—private four-course meals for 4-10 people. Start with cocktails and enjoy restaurant-style service throughout the meal as the sun sets behind the Continental Divide. Specializing in vegetarian cuisine, breakfast offerings include yam and salmon hash, sun-dried-tomato eggs Benedict, and potato-crust herb quiche, all prepared and served with homemade breads and pastries. Dinner entrées include chèvre-filled risotto cakes, stuffed peppers served with corn torte and mole sauce, and pan-fried trout over polenta cake with garden rémoulade. House desserts feature a variety of cheesecakes, chocolate tortes, and homemade sorbets and ice creams. Open year-round, by reservation only. VISA, MC, AMEX, DISC
CHILI’S 579 Hwy 287, Lafayette; 585 S. McCaslin, Louisville. www.chilis.com. Baby-back ribs, grilled chicken and burgers. Open for lunch and dinner. CLASSICS ROADHOUSE 215 Main St., Longmont. Specializing in hamburgers named after Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
The Corner Bar, located on the corner of Spruce and 13th streets in the historic Hotel Boulderado, is the ideal location for a quick lunch, a lively Happy Hour, a great late-night meal or a perfectly poured Martini. The menu, by acclaimed Chef John Platt, offers everything from small starters and fabulous entrées to large plates to share with friends. Signature dishes, such as the mango barbecue shrimp salad and salmon sandwich with red-onion marmalade, are sure to please. Enjoy selections from an award-winning wine list; great local beers on tap; all-day $2 Beer of the Day; and $3 well drinks and food items during Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-6pm. Enjoy the patio for any occasion, or relax with a cup of coffee and the paper Sat-Sun noon-2pm during the hotel’s magnificent brunch. Menu served daily Mon-Fri 11:30am-11:45pm, Sat-Sun noon-11:45pm. All major credit cards. DADDY BRUCE'S BAR-B-QUE & CATERING 2000 Arapahoe Ave., 303-449-8890. Open daily. DARK HORSE BAR AND GRILL 2922 Baseline Road, 303-442-8162; darkhorsebar.com. Gourmet burgers, jumbo wings, chicken and vegetarian dishes. Open for lunch and dinner. DOLAN'S 2319 Arapahoe Ave., 303-444-8758. American dishes and seafood. Open for lunch and dinner Mon-Fri and for dinner Sat. DOT’S DINER 1333 Broadway, 303-447-9184; 2716 28th St., 303-449-1323. Huevos rancheros, sandwiches, homemade biscuits and espresso drinks. Open for breakfast and lunch. ESTES PARK BREWERY 470 Prospect Village Drive, Estes Park, 970-586-5421; www.epbrewery.com. Microbrews, pizzas and sandwiches. Open for lunch and dinner.
Upscale Rocky Mountain grill with an emphasis on seafood. Begin your meal with smoked chicken and three-pepper soup, Flatz crab and shrimp cake, or crispy calamari and rock shrimp. Entrées include baramundi (Australian sea bass) with fennel, carrots, arugula, orange vinaigrette and butter-poached fingerling potatoes; daily mixed grill featuring wild game, elk and caribou, served with specialty sauces and garlic mashed potatoes; and grilled center-cut filet mignon served with bleu-cheese risotto, asparagus and a morel mushroom blend. Desserts include Flatz chocolate tower and Key lime pie. More than 175 wine bottlings; 25 by the glass. Open daily for breakfast 6:30-11am; lunch Mon-Sat 11am-2pm; dinner daily 5-10pm; gourmet Champagne brunch Sun 9:30am-2pm. Happy Hour daily 4-6pm features you-call-them Martinis; Thursday nights offer jazz and sushi in the lounge. Local checks and MC, AMEX, VISA, DC accepted.
This fun, owner-operated café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The dinner menu features a variety of fresh seafood, steaks, chicken, pasta, crêpes and sandwiches. For starters, try the sweet-potato corn fritters or the Cajun calamari. As an entrée, enjoy the grilled ahi tuna topped with sweet soy and mango salsa and served with sweet-potato fries and seasonal vegetables. For dessert, savor The Whole Thing, a crêpe filled with Nutella chocolate, bananas and walnuts caramelized in butter, cinnamon and brown sugar, accompanied by whipped or ice cream. Also known for great breakfasts, brunch and lunch, Foolish Craig’s offers a variety of crêpes, omelets, sandwiches on freshly baked breads, salads and homemade soups at reasonable prices, including a number of variations on eggs Benedict. Complete your meal with a cocktail, wine, beer or espresso drink. Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3-5pm, with a great new menu and drink specials. Open daily for breakfast and lunch 8am-5pm; dinner daily 5-10pm, Sun till 9pm. All major credit cards. No checks. 14TH STREET BAR & GRILL 1400 Pearl St., 303-444-5854; www.14thstreetbarandgrill.com. Gourmet pizzas, pasta, roast turkey, homemade soups and fresh salads. Open for lunch and dinner.
Bring out-of-town guests to this casual fine-dining restaurant in Lyons for an authentic taste of Colorado. There’s no need to wait for relatives to drop in, though, to visit this unique eatery that has been featured on the Food Network’s “Best of” show and on Bon Appétit’s “Top 10 of the West.” Entrées, which include seafood, game and vegetarian items, often have an Asian or European twist, and the menu changes nightly to take advantage of the freshest organic ingredients. Finish your meal with a coffee from the full espresso bar and a slice of Gateway’s award-winning pie; five or six mouth-watering varieties are available nightly. Complement your meal wth a beverage from the extensive wine list or the full-serice bar. Open Wed-Sun 5-9pm. MC, VISA, AMEX. Checks accepted.
Ten scenic minutes north of Boulder, the Greenbriar Inn features an exquisite American fine-dining menu that changes seasonally and balances classic cuisine with innovative touches. Enjoy foothills views while dining indoors or out. Choose from the beautiful indoor atrium; three intimate dining rooms; or three outdoor patios. Menu items include quinoa crusted soft shell crab, Colorado lamb carpaccio, morel- and chèvre-stuffed artichokes, oysters Rockefeller, Caesar salad prepared tableside, beef Wellington, Kobe beef hanger steak, pan-roasted striped sea bass, beef tournedos with fennel pollen-dusted sea scallops, and cornmeal-crusted tofu. Luscious desserts include Dobos chocolate torte, almond polenta pound cake, vanilla crème brûlée, and bananas Foster prepared tableside. Enjoy dishes made with fresh produce and herbs grown in the Greenbriar’s own gardens, paired with wines from the extensive wine cellar—awarded a “Best of Award of Excellence” by Wine Spectator. Open for dinner Tues-Sun 5:30-9:30pm and Champagne brunch Sun 11am-1:30pm. Closed Mon. MC, VISA, AMEX, DC.
ISLANDS FINE BURGERS & DRINKS 1855 29th St., Suite 1152, 303-449-0333. Specialty burgers, hand-cut fries, salads, tacos, exotic drinks and more in a tropical ambience. JAX FISH HOUSE 928 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-444-1811; 1539 17th St., Denver, 303-292-5767; www.jaxfishhouseboulder.com. Award-winning seafood restaurant features fresh fish daily, a raw-oyster bar, innovative entrées and a full bar.
Jill’s is a modern bistro located in the St. Julien Hotel. The eclectic cuisine draws inspiration from the western Mediterranean region. The kitchen is run by award-winning chef Jason Rogers, whose culinary pedigree has led him to work with such notables as Todd English and the James Beard Foundation. Jill’s maintains a quality that attracts food-savvy locals, as well as the most discriminating business and vacationing travelers. The terrace boasts a stunning view of the Flatirons and hosts many of the region’s best bands. The cozy T-Zero hotel lounge serves as a sophisticated backdrop for relaxation and camaraderie. Live music Tues-Fri. Happy Hour daily 5-7pm, with drink and food specials. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner; Saturday afternoon tea noon-3pm; Sunday brunch. MC, VISA, AMEX.
JW’S STEAKHOUSE & LOUNGE 2660 Canyon Blvd., 303-440-8877. Casual steakhouse cuisine. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. THE KITCHEN 1039 Pearl St., 303-544-5973; www.thekitchencafe.com. Contemporary American, French and Italian food. Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. KT’S REAL GOOD BBQ 7464 Arapahoe Road, 303-786-7608; 2675 13th St., 303-442-3717; www.ktsbbq.com. Memphis-style hickory-smoked meats with traditional accompaniments. Open Mon-Sat for lunch and dinner. LAZY DOG 1346 Pearl St., 303-440-3355. Sports bar with 26 TV screens and a casual American menu. LE PEEP PANTRY RESTAURANT 2525 Arapahoe Ave., 303-444-5119; 1225 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 720-652-6680; www.lepeep.com. Cinnamon rolls, muffins, fruit smoothies, espresso bar, omelets and skillets. Open daily for breakfast and lunch. MARIE'S 2660 Broadway, 303-447-0320. Czechoslovakian and American dishes. Open for breakfast and lunch. MOUNTAIN SUN PUB AND BREWERY 1535 Pearl St., 303-546-0886; www.mountainsunpub.com. American dishes and handcrafted beers. Open for lunch and dinner. MURPHY’S GRILL 2731 Iris Ave., in Willow Springs Shopping Center, 303-449-4473; www.murphysgrillboulder.com. Salads, sandwiches, soups and entrées. Open for lunch and dinner. MUSTARD’S LAST STAND 1719 Broadway, 303-444-5841. Chicago-style hot dogs, burgers, veggie dogs and sandwiches. Open daily for lunch and dinner. NOODLES & COMPANY 2850 Baseline Road, 303-247-9978; 1245 Alpine Ave., 303-440-4340; 2770 Pearl St., 303-444-5533; 1087 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-776-5664; 1100 Hwy. 287, #100, Broomfield, 303-404-3400; 1100 W. Dillon Road, Louisville, 303-665-6226; www.noodles.com. American and international noodle dishes. Open for lunch and dinner. OLD CHICAGO 1102 Pearl St., 303-443-5031; 1805 Industrial Circle (off South Hover Street), Longmont, 303-651-7000. Deep-dish, stuffed and thin-crust pizza; 110 beers. Open for lunch, dinner and late night. OLD LOUISVILLE INN 740 Front St., Louisville, 303-666-9982; www.olirish.com. Pasta, steaks and pub fare. Open for lunch and dinner. OMNI INTERLOCKEN RESORT MERITAGE RESTAURANT & WINE BAR 500 Interlocken Blvd., Broomfield, 303-438-6600 ext. 3330. American cuisine with fresh, natural ingredients. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Boulder’s newest organic restaurant is located in Boulder’s hip North Broadway neighborhood. Featuring indoor and outdoor seating with views of the Flatirons and a menu focused entirely on using organic ingredients. All proteins are free range/wild-caught or organic. The restaurant features classic entrées, vegetarian/vegan options and raw, living foods. The wine list is completely organic and biodynamic. All desserts are homemade. The menu delights both the palate and the planet. Open Tues-Sat 10am-3pm for lunch, and 6-10pm for dinner. Happy Hour from 4-6pm features specials on organic drinks, organic wines, Martinis, beer and appetizers.
OSKAR BLUES GRILL AND BREW 303 Main St., Lyons, 303-823-6685; www.oskarblues.com. Jambalaya, shrimp étouffée, burgers, pasta, steak and vegetarian items. Open for lunch and dinner. THE OUTBACK SALOON 3141 28th St., 303-444-0081. Burgers, sandwiches and nachos. Full bar and pool tables. Open for lunch and dinner. PIONEER INN 15 E. First St., Nederland, 303-258-7733. The “PI” offers hearty American fare in a rustic atmosphere. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. PUMPHOUSE BREWERY 540 Main St., Longmont, 303-702-0881; www.pumphousebrewery.com. Microbrews, fajitas, steak, chile rellenos, ribs, fish and chips. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Located downtown in the historic Hotel Boulderado, Q’s has set the standard for local fine dining and has been a Boulder favorite since 1991. A seasonal menu of chef-crafted American cuisine features the freshest local and organic ingredients. Q’s is independently owned and operated by Chef John Platt. He and Executive Chef Matt Christianson offer creative dining options, including the chef’s five-course tasting menu, three-course prix fixe dinner and monthly regional dinner series. Q’s consistent level of excellence has been recognized by Zagat Survey, Mobil and 5280 magazine. Recognized with the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, Q’s wine list features an array of American and international selections. Private rooms available for meetings and celebrations. Open for breakfast and lunch Mon-Fri 6:30am-2pm; dinner daily 5-10pm; à la carte brunch Sat-Sun 7am-2pm; QBar Happy Hour 5-7pm Fri-Sun.
Enjoy eclectic cuisine in a casual, upbeat atmosphere. Appetizers include pan-fried crab cakes with Key lime hollandaise, Prince Edward Island steamed mussels and freshly shucked oysters on the half shell. Dinner offerings include crab-stuffed salmon ying-yang, blackened ahi tuna, and beef tenderloin. House-made soups, salads and sandwiches also available. The brewmaster offers 10 handcrafted lagers and ales brewed on site in the 10-barrel brewery, including TreeHugger organic IPA, Angry Monk Belgian Dubbel and GABF Gold Medal winner Fat Tuesday Strong Ale. Redfish also offers a full bar and extensive wine selections. Happy Hour daily 4-6pm on the open patio at the front bar or in the larger back bar. Live music featuring local and national jazz, rock, blues and reggae. Reservations for large parties. Open daily for dinner at 4pm and Sun for jazz brunch at 10am. MC, VISA, AMEX, DISC.
Take in scenic views while enjoying the many offerings on an eclectic menu that features starters, salads, sandwiches, entrées, Asian dishes and pasta. Start with the Savory hummus plate served with flatbread, olives, goat cheese and arugula, or try the warm Brie with fresh fruit and crackers. Entrées include cedar-planked salmon, Cajun blackened rib-eye steak, surf-n-turf, and roasted natural half chicken. Or pick from chicken Marsala, shrimp scampi, teriyaki sesame chicken, sweet soy-glazed shrimp, mahi sandwich, and much more. Kids’ menu. Emphasis on ingredients from local farms and ranches. Open daily for breakfast and lunch; dinner Tues-Sat. Weekend brunch begins at 8am.
Boulder’s oldest restaurant—since 1923—the Sink is a University of Colorado tradition. Sports fans can play video games, bar games or NTN Buzztime Trivia. Unique murals and graffiti cover the walls and ceilings in a casual, family-friendly place to relax. Eighteen draft beers are available, highlighting beers of Colorado. Try a famous Sink burger—choose from all natural beef, grass-fed, Kobe, elk or buffalo cooked to your liking. Entrées include Ugly Crust pizzas and calzones. Start with an appetizer like the California Melt with fresh avocado and guacamole and melted Brie, served on a sliced baguette with salsa on the side; or a heaping plate of Super-Sink Nachos. Live rock ‘n’ roll Saturday nights 10pm-1am. Open 11am-2am daily. Food served till 10pm. Wind Power Happy Hour 3-6pm Mon-Fri.
SOUTHERN SUN PUB & BREWERY 627 S. Broadway, 303-543-0886. American dishes and handcrafted beers. Open for lunch Fri-Sun; dinner daily.
It’s worth the trip up Boulder Canyon for an intimate dining experience with a three-sided peninsula fireplace, hand-painted mural of the Indian Peaks, and wondrous views of the Continental Divide. For breakfast, try The Works, an English muffin topped with Canadian bacon, mushrooms, scallions, Swiss cheese, two eggs over easy and a special dill sauce. For lunch, it’s hard to pass up the Sundance burger with a half-pound of beef, or try the homemade soups, chilies and fresh salads. For dinner, the Sundance pork chop is always recommended; it’s boneless, marinated in whiskey and Worcestershire, and topped with whiskey-cranberry sauce. For dessert, you can’t beat Hillary’s chocolate cake or the all-American apple pie. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner 8am-9pm, with many vegetarian selections. Closed Tues during winter. VISA, MC, AMEX, DISC.
Enjoy organic cuisine in one of Boulder’s finest restaurants. The menu features free-range game and poultry, fresh seafood, natural hormone-free beef, organic produce and the area’s best vegetarian selections. Start with the chili-ginger calamari or beet carpaccio. Entrées include coconut-kafir-marinated bass, Kurobuta pork chop, crispy-skinned Muscovy duck breast and tempeh korma. House-made desserts include decadent chocolate creations, seasonal organic fruits and berries, organic ice cream, sorbet, and dairy-free, house-made, organic “coconut cream.” The lunch menu offers fresh organic salads and creative sandwiches, pastas, stir-fries, an organic salad buffet and daily specials. Weekend brunch features free-range-egg omelets, whole-grain pancakes, French toast, smoked-salmon Benedict and the full lunch menu. Try an organic coffee drink, fresh-squeezed juice or smoothie, or quality spirits and organic wine or beer from the full bar. Sidewalk patio, private room and delivery available. The extensive Happy Hour features a selection of 20 delicious appetizers and great bargains on wine, beer and spirits. Check online for new spring dinner menu. Open for lunch Tues-Fri 11am-2:30pm; organic salad buffet served daily until 4pm; dinner Tues-Sat 5-10pm, Sun 5-9pm; weekend brunch 10am-3pm; Happy Hour Tues-Sun 5-6:30pm. Closed Mon. MC, VISA, AMEX, DISCOVER.
Located on Main Street in historic Old Town Longmont, Terroir offers seasonal contemporary American cuisine, using locally produced and organic ingredients whenever possible. Whether for lunch or dinner, the daily-changing menu offers a variety of small plates and salads. Entrées at lunch include a wide selection of sandwiches and a fresh handcut pasta of the day, while entrées at dinner include free-range poultry and game, sustainably harvested fresh seafood, natural beef, and a vegetarian selection. Vanilla semifreddo with pineapple and coconut compote, strawberry-rhubarb crisp with house-made vanilla ice cream, and Mexican chocolate cake with cinnamon crème anglaise are among the housemade desserts offered to finish any meal. Enjoy a glass of wine, a draft beer, or a cocktail from the full bar to complement your meal while taking in Terroir’s casual fine-dining atmosphere. Reservations accepted for parties of all sizes. Wine and beer dinners offered monthly. Open for lunch Tues- Sat 11am-2pm; dinner Mon-Sat 5-10pm. Closed Sun.
Executive Chef Keith Falco is reinventing dining at the Millennium Harvest House with fresh seasonal menus that are delicious and entertaining. The Millennium Hotel offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in three different settings with three different atmospheres. Enjoy fine dining at Thyme on the Creek. Opt for something more casual, like a cold beer and a burger while watching a game, at the Coaches’ Corner sports bar. Or for a one-of-a-kind setting, puff on a Cohiba and savor a single malt Scotch at Fuller’s, Boulder’s only true cigar bar. During the warm weather months, few establishents can match the Millennium’s outdoor patio setting, which overlooks Boulder Creek and furnishes views of the Rocky Mountains. Thyme on the Creek open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Coaches’ Corner open late. All major credit cards. TRILOGY WINE BAR AND LOUNGE 2017 13th St., Between Pearl and Spruce streets, 303-473-WINE (9463); www.trilogywinebar.com. Casually elegant restaurant features creative cuisine, live music and international wine specials. TURLEY’S 2805 Pearl St., 303-442-2800; turleysboulder.com. Large vegetarian selection and many low-fat items. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. TWO-DOG DINER 645 Tenacity Drive, Prospect New Town, Longmont, 303-772-2DOG; www.twodogdiner.com. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Walnut Brewery is Boulder’s original brewpub. Well-known for its great food, Walnut Brewery offers exciting appetizers including a signature Asiago cheese dip and a delectable sesame-seared ahi tuna. Entrées include a variety of salads, pastas, burgers, sandwich platters, fresh seafood, steaks and timeless classics like alder-smoked salmon fish and chips, Old Elk Brown Ale chicken, and delicious daily specials. Walnut Brewery features 10 varieties of fresh, handcrafted beer on tap, including St. James Irish Red, winner of a Bronze Medal at the 2006 Great American Beer Festival. Tuesday is Pint Night—buy a pint of the featured beer in a logo pint glass for $4.29, keep the glass and get $2.29 refills. The Walnut Brewery also features a Happy Hour; call for details. Call-ahead waits accepted. Open daily for lunch and dinner; brunch Sat-Sun 11am-2pm. Major credit cards accepted. WEST END TAVERN 926 Pearl St., 303-444-3535; www.thewestendtavern.com. Classic American tavern cuisine and a rooftop patio with Flatirons views.
After a hike or a spirited bike ride in the surrounding beautiful Indian Peaks, come enjoy a pint of outstanding house-brewed ale or all-American BBQ cuisine. Located in downtown Nederland, just 18 miles west on Canyon Boulevard, with a deck providing views of both Barker Reservoir and the Continental Divide, this smokehouse and brewery offers a variety of secret-recipe dry rubs, housemade sauces and microbrewed beer. Try the “Ned-E-Que” platter with a full or half pound of slow-smoked pork, chicken or beef brisket, or the St. Louis-cut pork ribs. Savor the pit-smoked, overnight-marinated, grilled chicken wings with one of the Wild Mountain brewery beers. End the night with a house-made dessert, such as the light chocolate mousse. Celebrating? Wild Mountain now takes reservations for groups in the private party room or mezzanine. Party platters and boxed lunches available. Open from 11:30am-10pm seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Happy Hour 4-6pm Mon-Fri; bar open till midnight Fri and Sat. VISA, MC, AMEX, DISC.
THE WILDERNESS PUB AT ROCKIES BREWING COMPANY 2880 Wilderness Place, off Valmont Road between 30th Street and Foothills Parkway, 303-444-8448 ext. 19; www.boulderbeer.com. Pub fare and microbrews served in a casual atmosphere. Open Mon-Fri. ZOLO GRILL 2525 Arapahoe Ave., in The Village shopping center, 303-449-0444; www.zologrill.com. Southwestern cuisine with many vegetarian items. Wine list, microbrews, Margarita menu and more than 60 tequilas. Open for lunch and dinner.
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