Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Boulder

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Sforno Trattoria

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Boulder

Booked 13 times today

We strive to give you the genuine tastes of Italy, right here on Boulder’s historic Pearl Street Mall, with our local, natural ingredients. And with our famous mozzarella made in house, Happy Hour 7 days a week, and an original wood burning pizza oven, we have no doubt that you will love coming to Sforno. Join us for a little bit of Italian bliss right here in Colorado, and let us show you what ‘love from the oven’ means to us.

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2. The Kitchen American Bistro - Boulder

4.7

Exceptional(880)

Price: Expensive

• American • Boulder

Booked 43 times today

The Kitchen American Bistro on Pearl Street offers an imaginative array of globally-inspired shared plates & killer drinks crafted in a stylish, casual space.

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3. River and Woods Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(851)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Boulder

Booked 18 times today

Located in an historic miner's cabin on Pearl Street, River and Woods serves Colorado Comfort Cuisine. The culinary team prepares whimsical interpretations of traditional comfort food and a carefully curated boutique bar program rounds out the River and Woods experience. With incredible weekend brunches, fun daily happy hour specials, live music, outdoor dining and an emphasis in local farm partners, and sustainable sourcing, River and Woods has been elevating comfort food since 2016! River and Woods also hosts private parties and special events.

4. Japango Boulder

4.7

Exceptional(1496)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Boulder

Booked 17 times today

Japango, set in a historic building just west of Broadway on the Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, CO, offers a dynamic combination of traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine. Guests will enjoy a relaxed experience in an award winning space designed by nationally acclaimed architect, Scott Rodwin. In many ways this wildly popular restaurant feels like a direct extension of Boulder itself—sophisticated, casual and healthy. // It’s is the perfect place for a first date, a family gathering, or a night out with friends. In addition to an elegant—yet intimate and unpretentious—dining room, Japango features a large sushi bar, a Pearl Street patio, a back patio with fireplace, an enclosed patio that seats up to 10, and a lively bar and lounge area. // The full bar offers unique house cocktails, an extensive sake menu and the largest Japanese whisky selection in Colorado.

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5. Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. Boulder

4.7

Exceptional(1245)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Boulder

Booked 27 times today

The name Hapa is derived from the Hawaiian term that describes a harmonious blend of Asian and American cultures. Like our name, our food reflects this dynamic combination. The menu is based on traditional Japanese cooking fundamentals which are then amplified, muted, or mixed with influences from many different styles of cooking until they are something completely new: they're Hapa. We have stretched the boundaries of creativity to develop dishes that defy all the rules while holding true to our roots. We hope that you will find our menu innovative, uninhibited, and distinctly fun! Incomplete parties will not be sat until complete.

6. Flagstaff House

4.8

Exceptional(5731)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Boulder

Booked 19 times today

Partners Executive Chef and Food Network Chopped Champion Chris Royster and General Manager Adam Monette welcome you to the Flagstaff House Restaurant for unparalleled Colorado dining experience. Located at an elevation of 6,000 feet, the Flagstaff House offers breathtaking views, new American cuisine, a world-renowned wine list and impeccable service. Local and seasonal cuisine take the spotlight in curating our menu. Offered are a four-course or Chef's multi-course tasting menu. The Monette family has owned the Flagstaff House since 1971 and holds many prestigious awards including Colorado's longest holding Wine Spectator Grand Award, Forbes Travel Guide Four Star rating and AAA Four Diamond status. Features include Men's Journal, Bon Appetite, Conde Nast Traveler, USA Today, 5280, Best of Boulder, Eater and many others. We look forward to welcoming you for a special dining experience.

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7. Centro Mexican Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(555)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Boulder

Booked 6 times today

We're a fun, Colorado-inspired Mexican restaurant in the heart of downtown Boulder along the iconic Pearl Street Mall. Our bustling bar specializes in festive cocktails and our year-round covered patio offers some of Boulder's best people watching.

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8. Roadhouse Boulder Depot

4.2

Awesome(874)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Boulder

Booked 6 times today

Located in the 125 year old historic Boulder Train Depot, Roadhouse Boulder Depot brings an urban flare to a historic setting and serves as a gathering place for the entire Boulder community. Operating as a restaurant in the Roadhouse Hospitality Group, Roadhouse Boulder Depot offers a quality “roadhouse” style menu with an emphasis on customer service and community. As University of Colorado Boulder alumni, the Shipp brothers, Terry, Dan, Mike and John, took their knowledge of restaurants and coupled it with their understanding and appreciation for the Boulder community. Tying together history, art, and great food, guests can expect a one of a kind dining experience in a true Boulder institution. Roadhouse Boulder Depot is more than a trend, it’s a tradition.

9. Gemini

4.6

Exceptional(142)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Boulder

Booked 12 times today

Located on the historic Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, CO, Gemini is a full service restaurant focused on contemporary Spanish food and wine and its international influences. The menu is guided by the seasons and highlights sustainably farmed meats and produce from Colorado purveyors. Taking cues from the cuisines of Barcelona and San Sebastian, we offer traditional tapas items, including Patatas Bravas, Pan con Tomate, meatballs, and Boquerones. Larger dishes from land and sea include Octopus, Cauliflower a la Plancha, and Basque Braised Lamb.Our beverage program features organic, low-intervention wines from Spain and the West Coast, classic cocktails, and selections from Colorado’s craft brewing community.

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10. Greenbriar Inn, The

4.7

Exceptional(3256)

Price: Expensive

• American • Boulder

Booked 8 times today

Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, The Greenbriar Inn is an elegant fine dining restaurant, tavern and private event space located in the north Boulder countryside. The surrounding 20 acres features two ponds, a waterfall, a mountain creek, striking woodland and thriving produce, herb, and flower gardens. The cuisine focuses on seasonal, American classics and is complimented by a 900 label award-winning wine cellar. With several private dining rooms and three outdoor spaces, The Greenbriar Inn is the perfect choice for romantic dinners for two, family celebrations and a fun night out with friends as well as an excellent venue for weddings and private events from 10-300 guests. Voted best American restaurant, best outdoor dining, best farm to table restaurant, best neighborhood restaurant and best brunch, The Greenbriar Inn is truly a special and unique dining option in Boulder County.

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Emily
Kansas City / Kansas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always INCREDIBLE food and our server was AMAZING! Thank you
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Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. BoulderPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Boulder
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4.7
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Beth
New Mexico •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Matthew gave great recommendations and checked on us regularly. The table for two by the wall was not ideal. Imagine cutting a window in the wall so guests can see the sushi bar. Food and drinks were delicious!
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Japango BoulderPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Boulder
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4.7
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Marciavip
Dallas - Fort Worth •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is our favorite dining spot in Boulder. We especially love the first floor bar & upstairs lounge. The service is excellent & ambiance very upscale speakeasy. Our servers/hostess the two Graces, Siera & Kenna were really fabulous. Only downside is a bit too much salt in the selections we ordered but the overall experience is festive & lovely!
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The Kitchen American Bistro - BoulderPrice: Expensive• American• Boulder
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4.7
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Carol
California Central Coast •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I was there for lunch with a dear friend to celebrate her birthday. We chose a few appetizers to share as we like to eat small plates. the brussel sprouts were nicely charred and seasoned, the calamari crisp not chewy, the meatballs large and meaty not spongy. Our waiter CJ was attentive, fun and efficient. I would go again for sure!
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Sforno TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Boulder
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4.5
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adam
Tulsa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
One of my favorite dining options. I don’t spend much time in Boulder but when I do I make it a point to try and make it over. Great cocktails, absolutely amazing food, love the ambience, and the staff has always been great. Can’t recommend enough.
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River and Woods RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Boulder
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4.6

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Sforno Trattoria

2. The Kitchen American Bistro - Boulder

3. River and Woods Restaurant

4. Japango Boulder

5. Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar - Pearl St. Boulder

6. Flagstaff House

7. Centro Mexican Kitchen

8. Roadhouse Boulder Depot

9. Gemini

10. Greenbriar Inn, The

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