Best Authentic Restaurants in Boulder

11 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Japango Sushi Restaurant restaurant

1. Japango Sushi Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1246)

$$$$

• Sushi • Boulder

Booked 41 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.

2. BRASSERIE TEN TEN

4.5

Awesome(3318)

$$$$

• French • Boulder

Booked 26 times today

Brasserie Ten Ten is an intimate, exquisite, and affordable delight. Located in the heart of downtown Boulder, this bustling bistro style restaurant features everything from Traditional French cuisine to an adventurous raw bar. In addition to the exceptional food perfectly prepared - a world class wine list, attentive informed service and Boulder's most beautiful ambiance complete the experience. For parties for 7 or more please call (303) 998-1010.

3. Stella's Cucina

4.7

Exceptional(82)

$$$$

• Italian • Boulder

Booked 49 times today

Stella's Cucina was founded in 2023 by owner Stella Spanu. A four-year project, Stella is excited to bring something fresh and new to the Boulder food scene. Incorporating authentic Italian cuisine from Chef Filippo Piccini, an eclectic music program and a unique atmosphere and ambiance, Stella's is designed to be a feast for the senses. Conceptualized and built by architect Miguel Quismondo, Stella's is art deco inspired with modern furnishings and decor creating a one-of-a-kind space that teleports you away from Boulder. We're excited to have you join us and experience Stella's Cucina!

4. Sforno Trattoria

4.4

Awesome(880)

$$$$

• 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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5. Centro Mexican Kitchen

4.4

Awesome(458)

$$$$

• Mexican • Boulder

Booked 9 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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6. Carelli's Ristorante Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(877)

$$$$

• Italian • Boulder

Booked 20 times today

Enjoy a wonderful dining experience with family or friends at Carelli's. Owner Greg Carelli with help from his father Gene wanted to offer guests authentic Italian cuisine in a contemporary setting that features a large open flame fireplace, mosaic tiles, natural Birch woods, and warm lighting. An appetizer of fresh mozzarella and Beefsteak tomato caprese, lightly breaded calamari or lamb artichoke meatballs will please the palate at Carelli's. Guests can dine on baked jumbo shells stuffed with spinach and ricotta , the classic chicken parmigiana or shrimp scampi. Artisanal pizza, calzones, and paninis. Awsome Gluten-free options are also available. Carelli's was the winner of the Daily Camera Reader's Choice 2002-2020 award for Best Italian Restaurant and ambiance. It also has won awards from the Denver Post and Boulder Weekly magazines. It has an awesome bar scene and an extensive wine list. Carelli's restaurant features daily fresh fish specials.

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7. La Mariposa Restaurant & Margarita House

4.1

Excellent(29)

$$$$

• Mexican • Boulder

Booked 4 times today

New to Boulder Colorado, La Mariposa Mexican Restaurant & Margarita House! We hand craft over 30 different margaritas and carry a large portfolio of tequilas as well as mezcal and sotol. We specialize in Fajitas and Molcajetes along side our extensive seafood menu and many other traditional dishes all authentically prepared from scratch. We are gluten and vegetarian friendly and accommodate to any dietary preferences.

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8. The Melting Pot - Louisville, CO

4.6

Exceptional(49)

$$$$

• Fondue • Louisville

Booked 50 times today

Enjoy an unforgettable interactive dining experience with friends and family with fondue at The Melting Pot in Louisville, CO. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings. Whether you’re here for drinks, cheese, and chocolate, or you want to dig into our four-course fondue experience, we know you’ll love every bite! From artisan cheeses to our decadent chocolate fondue desserts, there is something to tickle your taste buds in each pot. Let our friendly staff help you choose the right fondue experience for your table tonight. Make reservations for everyone at The Melting Pot and turn the ordinary into the extraordinary!

9. Via Toscana

4.7

Exceptional(1210)

$$$$

• Italian • Boulder

Booked 9 times today

Relax in a warm, elegant setting and enjoy Italy’s rich culinary traditions. Over 600 wine selections, nightly chef's dinner and specials, and stained glass ceilings throughout.Offering Specialty Valentines, Christmas Eve and New Years Eve dinners, please visit viatoscana.com to view menu selections.

10. 740 Front

4.7

Exceptional(1238)

$$$$

• American • Louisville

Booked 14 times today

“One of Colorado's 10 most iconic, historic restaurants and a Must Eat” Denver Post, July 2018 Please join us at 740 Front in Historic Downtown Louisville. Designated historical, 740 is one of Colorado's two oldest remaining saloons; transformed back to its 1904 roots; a traditional American dining saloon with a turn of the century ambiance featuring a magnificent room dominating bar, built in 1880 by the Brunswick Company,. The copper spit trough, once equipped with running water, still exists at the front of the bar. Louisville, notorious for its drinking, gambling, and illegal activities, evidence of the occasional misunderstanding is the .22 caliber bullet hole in the front bar. The bar offers a selection of craft beers, wines, handcrafted cocktails and an extensive craft bourbon selection.Dinner Tue. thru Sat. From casual to fine dining."Something for everyone" with "Steaks not well done but done well"

Best Authentic Restaurants in Boulder

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Japango Sushi Restaurant

2. BRASSERIE TEN TEN

3. Stella's Cucina

4. Sforno Trattoria

5. Centro Mexican Kitchen

6. Carelli's Ristorante Italiano

7. La Mariposa Restaurant & Margarita House

8. The Melting Pot - Louisville, CO

9. Via Toscana

10. 740 Front

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