Top Rated Nightlife in Boulder

This carefree place has a penchant for all things out of a bygone-hippie era which may seem a bit anachronistic, however the recognizable psychedelia and music make it comfortable. Even if you are not into that music or style, the menu is still worth checking out. Here the kitchen features healthy salads, sandwiches and a huge selection of burger options like the 'Black and Blue Burger', which is a pepper crusted blue cheese monster. On tap, visitors will find Mountain Sun's very own beers, don't forget to check out the 'Dark Side of the Sun' list which features tons and tons porter and stout.

As envisioned by owner Zdenek Srom, the Bohemian Biergarten is meant to exude that old-world charm. Inside, the long communal tables made from century-old reclaimed wood, elegant rafters, high ceilings, vintage lighting and antique decorations add that traditional European beer-hall touch. The menu features various sausage dishes, pretzels, small plates and daily specials. European draft beers are the reigning stars here though you may find a few local ones as well. Overall, the Bohemian Biergarten transports you to a different continent while still in the heart of the Colorado.

This funky pizza joint, The Sink, on University Hill is one of the best student budget spots in town. The fact that Robert Redford once worked as a janitor here during his short stint at CU is their claim to fame, yet celebrities and dignitaries continue to visit for the burgers, even President Obama once visited. The pizzeria stays open till late, making it popular with the college crowd. It offers three crust choices based on density. Food is made from scratch and they always feature the choice of 100 percent grass-fed beef. Sandwiches, pizzas, salads, calzones-oven baked pizza, you name it; you will find at the Sink.

This saloon is part dive-bar, part arcade and it serves some of the cheapest booze in this college town. The highlights here are great imported beer at even better prices and the old-school Shuffleboard deck. The bar is fully stocked with plenty of your favorite libations and throughout the year the bar hosts various leagues which include teams playing the aforementioned Shuffleboard as well as darts, poker and Nintendo Wii. On occasions open-mic night and live music take the stage; check website for more details.