Ozo Coffee is the perfect place to unwind with a cup while visiting the busy Pearl Street Mall. There are three other Ozo locations in the city in addition to its 'Roastery' where you can also visit for wholesale purchases. As with most purveyors of fair-trade coffee beans, the proprietors here focus exclusively on how the beans come to market and how they are obtained. Nonetheless, to say they take their coffee seriously is an understatement, with glass beakers, sieves and other mad-scientist tools used to extract the perfect cup, Ozo definitely knows coffee.
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.
Boulder's sister city Dushanbe, Tajikistan, donated this ornate building to the City of Boulder in the mid-1980's. Builders imported and erected more than 30 tons of material to build the structure, which was finished in 1988. It quickly assumed a prominent role in Boulder history and today it's a popular gathering place among locals. In addition to tea, this quirky little spot serves an array of exotic dishes, try the Burmese Coconut Curry and Tajik Plov or the Koresht Bodemjoon which is an Iranian eggplant and beef stew. Open for lunch and dinner, check website for full menus and other event information.
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.
Most people aren't really sure how owner Jimmy 'Snarf' Seidel acquired his nickname, yet his story is an all-American one. He opened this shop in 1996 and since then his delicious sandwiches have traversed the entire country, with locations in Illinois, Missouri and Texas. The sandwich selections on the menu are somewhat overwhelming, but this is the reason Snarf's is here, to find the perfect sandwich.Some of the options include roast beef, turkey, ham, etc. in addition to healthy salads. Check website for complete menu information.
A long time LoDo breakfast haven, The Delectable Egg offers a dizzying array of egg creations. Ranging from pan-fried, scrambled, poached, and baked variations this morning hot spot can meet anyone's egg desires. Try the scrambled egg pita, the baked egg frittata, or just smother any old egg with chili. You can also order pancakes, French toast and your very own omelette variations. If you get up late, sandwiches and salads are available for lunch.
If you are looking to have comfort food, then head straight to PIzzaria Lui Restaurant. Here you will be surely be spoilt for options of red and white pizza. You can indulge in pizza such as Big Red, Eggplant Parm, Kale, Sopressata, Butternut Squash, Lawn Boy and many more. Patrons usually praise the restaurant for the friendly staff.
Glacier Homemade Ice Cream has a huge variety of treats like juices, ice creams, sorbets, milkshakes and lots more. There is a funky look and attitude about the place, but in a congenial way. The fresh squeezed juice menu is large, and smoothies choices come in odd flavors or try the low fat yogurt delights. Glacier Homemade Ice Cream also offers catering service so you can make your next event sweeter.
If there's any place that takes pizza making seriously, then it is Marco's Coal-Fired Pizza. Delivering the best quality of pizzas, this pizzeria is hard to match-up to. One of the things that Marco's is also famous for, is their gluten-free pizza base! Ambiance, staff and food have everyone raving about this place. Â
Little Owl Coffee is a small specialty coffee shop in LoDo. Here you can order a craft coffee, made from carefully curated beans. There focus is on single-origin coffee, so you can really taste the flavors of the region in which it is produced. Along with your coffee, you can enjoy a delicious pastry or breakfast treat.
Several local publications have declared Village Coffee Shop as one of the best breakfast restaurants in Boulder. This eatery is particularly suited for families dining with children and offers special kid's and gluten-free menus. The interiors are light and airy with square tables for groups and long counters for those dining alone. The breakfast items include hash browns, hamburger steak, sausage patty and cheese omelet infused with rustic flavors. For lunch, try the French Dip or Red Rooster Sandwich with fillings like roast beef, fried steak and coleslaw. Children can enjoy a variety of hamburgers, pancakes and chocolate chips. Those in a hurry can avail of takeaway packages to carry something for the road.
Ragin’ Hog BBQ is a small, round the corner budget barbecue restaurant located in the heart of Denver. This restaurant offers classic smoked meats like pork ribs, brisket and turkey. In addition to BBQ, they also specialize in Cajun & Creole cuisine. However, Ragin’ Hog BBQ is best known for their delicious combo barbecue meals with two sides, dessert and drinks! They are a cash only restaurant so make sure you have enough to pay for the wholesome meal!