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Boulder has the surprising status of being a true foodie town. The options are nearly endless, with nearly every type of cuisine and every price range to choose from. You'll have a chance to sample some of Boulder's best during our Friday lunch Dine Around. When you come to Boulder, don’t forget to bring your appetite!

The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse

1770 13th Street
303-442-4993

From 1987 -1990, more than 40 artisans in several cities of Tajikistan created the decorative elements our Teahouse, including its hand-carved and hand-painted ceiling, tables, stools, columns, and exterior ceramic panels.

Salt

1047 Pearl Street
303-444-7258

The philosophy at SALT is simple; a belief that the best food travels the shortest distance from farm to table, that menus should change with the seasons and that locally sourced ingredients, combined with European technique and innovative thinking make for a truly remarkable experience.

Frasca

1738 Pearl Street
303-442-6966

Frasca is a neighborhood restaurant inspired by the cuisine and culture of Friuli, Italy.

Jax Fish House

928 Pearl Street
303-444-1811

The famous Raw Bar offers up to a dozen different varieties of oysters nightly as well as clams, chilled crabs and lobsters, all flown in daily. Behind the scenes, Jax Executive Chef Sheila Lucero creates innovative entrees that capture the essence of fresh fish and local and organic produce.

Happy

835 Walnut Street
303-442-3050

Happy is an American restaurant that draws its inspiration from Asian ingredients and kitchen craft. Our goal is to create comfort food that is simple and delicious.

The Kitchen

1039 Pearl Street
303-544-5973

The Kitchen is a community bistro located in historic downtown Boulder, Colorado, open seven days a week. Our menu evolves seasonally and reflects the simple and straightforward preparation of comfortable classics.

Mateo

1837 Pearl Street
303-443-77663

Opened in 2001 in Boulder, Colorado, Mateo is a Chef and Owner operated restaurant, featuring simple dishes inspired by the Provence Region in Europe.

Zolo Southwestern Grill

2525 Arapahoe Avenue
303-449-0444

Chef Brett Smith skillfully defines modern southwestern cuisine while bringing the best local, seasonal and organic ingredients to the table

West End Tavern

926 Pearl Street
303-444-3535

Chef/Owner Chris Blackwood has created delicious home-style cuisine that features Boulder's best burgers, steaks, chops, fish n' chips, fantastic salads and creative daily specials.