Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Hand-Tossed Pizza, Small and Large Plates - Boulder Social, Boulder, CO

Boulder Social

4.5 (247)
$30 and under
Brewery
1600 38th St, Boulder, CO 80301-2610

Make a reservation

A photo of Boulder Social restaurant

Boulder Social

4.5
$30 and under
Brewery
Boulder

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
Boulder Social is a locally owned neighborhood restaurant, brewery and sports bar. The crowd-pleasing menu offers something for everyone, from shareable appetizers, burgers and sandwiches to pizza, salads and entrées, with options for a variety of dietary needs. Pair your meal with a house-brewed Social Beer, a specialty cocktail or a selection from the curated wine list.

Boulder Social features an on-site brewhouse, spacious indoor dining, two covered and heated patios, dog-friendly outdoor seating, 20 big-screen TVs throughout and free on-site parking. Whether you’re hosting a group event or stopping in for lunch, dinner, happy hour, live music or a game-day watch party, Boulder Social is the go-to spot for great food, drinks and gathering with friends.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Brewery, Cocktail Bar, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Meredith Zoretich
  • Neighborhood
    Boulder
  • Cross street
    38th Street & Arapahoe Avenue
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Arapahoe Ave & 38th St - Stop ID: 12240
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Boulder Social.

4.5

4.5
(247)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Boulder Area

    Kid-friendly

  • Boulder Area

    Good for groups

  • Boulder Area

    Neighborhood gem

  • Boulder Area

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Boulder Social offers a lively atmosphere with "great food and excellent service," making it a perfect spot for sports fans. Patrons enjoy the diverse beer menu and delicious dishes like the lamb burger and Ahi Poke. The friendly staff ensures a pleasant dining experience, with standout mentions of "fantastic" service and "fabulous spicy fried chicken sandwich."
247 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    Denver9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to watch the game. TV's all around and can be seen from all tables. Beer menu is great and food is really good for "sports bar" menu. Burger was fab.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Jill

    Tampa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun place to have a beer and watch a game. Food was fantastic. Service was great!
    Boulder SocialResponded on October 6, 2026
    Thanks for the awesome review, Jill! We're thrilled you enjoyed the beer, food, and service. Your support means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more fun and games!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Alexa Gold

    Denver11 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on September 29, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress was not attentive. A couple people in our group had to go up to the bar to get drinks because our waitress didn’t come to our table for long periods at a time
    Boulder SocialResponded on October 6, 2026
    We're sorry to hear about your experience, Alexa. We strive for attentive service and appreciate your feedback. We'll address this with our team to ensure we improve and provide a better experience for all our guests in the future. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

    Is this helpful?

  4. De-Arnne Gold

    Vancouver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy Boulder Social. Relaxed atmosphere, good food and service, and friendly staff.
    Boulder SocialResponded on September 26, 2026
    Thanks for the fantastic feedback, De-Arnne! We're thrilled you enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, delicious food, and friendly service. Your support means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

    Is this helpful?

  5. Linda

    Denver8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This is the closest restaurant to our home so we eat there more often than anywhere else. We chose to go yesterday to watch the CU game. We like the food & it is as reasonable as food can be at this time. The service was great. I had the lamb burger. The pizza with figs is another favorite and so is the Ahi Poke. I have tried several of their chicken dishes of the day & enjoyed them . The prime rib sandwich is a favorite. They have lots of good drink choices...
    Boulder SocialResponded on September 21, 2026
    Thanks for the great feedback, Linda! We're thrilled to hear you enjoy our food and service, especially during game days. It's fantastic to know you have some favorite dishes. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals and drinks!

    Is this helpful?

  6. Peggy Gold

    Denver92 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such wonderful service! We were treated like royalty during our celebration of our dear friend's 86th birthday. We all enjoyed our food, tried different beverages and had a great time.
    Boulder SocialResponded on September 20, 2026
    Thank you, Peggy! We're thrilled to hear you had such a special celebration with us. It’s wonderful to know that our team and offerings made your friend's birthday memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for more great times!

    Is this helpful?

  7. CHIRAG

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined on September 10, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    good place. table service slow, yet friendly. seems that they have a lot of servers but not very organized on taking care of tables.
    Boulder SocialResponded on September 18, 2026
    Thanks for your feedback, Chirag! We're glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and found our staff friendly. We'll definitely work on improving our table service efficiency to enhance your experience. We appreciate your insights and hope to welcome you back soon!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Jessica

    Upstate NY2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great customer service and fun CU football environment!
    Boulder SocialResponded on September 18, 2026
    Thanks for your awesome review, Jessica! We're thrilled you enjoyed the customer service and had a great time in our football atmosphere. We can't wait to welcome you back for more fun! Skooo Buffs!

    Is this helpful?

  9. mark

    Denver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our go-to place for lunch when we visit our daughter in Boulder, who thankfully introduced us to the place a couple of months ago! Been there four times. Great burgers, great bowls, fabulous spicy fried chicken sandwich. Service great…never rushed….everything always comes out hot, lookin great, and tasting to match!..Clean attractive place…love it! Hard to find nowadays!..
    Boulder SocialResponded on September 19, 2026
    Thanks, Mark! We're thrilled to be your go-to lunch spot and to hear you love our burgers and spicy fried chicken sandwich. We take pride in our service and atmosphere, so your kind words mean a lot. Looking forward to your next visit!

    Is this helpful?

  10. David

    Denver127 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 22, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and excellent service. Place was literally packed maybe because trivia night. The good news was shortly after 8, it cleared out. Nick, our waiter was great and attentive despite the crazy atmosphere.
    Boulder SocialResponded on August 4, 2026
    Thanks for the great feedback, David! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and service, especially during trivia night. It’s always a lively atmosphere, and we're glad Nick took good care of you. Hope to see you again for another fun evening!

    Is this helpful?

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Brewery, Cocktail Bar, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Meredith Zoretich
  • Neighborhood
    Boulder
  • Cross street
    38th Street & Arapahoe Avenue
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Arapahoe Ave & 38th St - Stop ID: 12240
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

FAQs

Boulder Social lists Business Casual as the dress code, aim for neat, polished clothing without anything overly formal.

The Crispy Chicken Wings stand out at Boulder Social, multiple guests single them out as excellent, and they appear on the current menu.

Yes, plant-based diners can choose the Vegan Bowl (listed as a house favorite), and guests report several gluten-free-friendly options on the menu.

Yes, Boulder Social features rotating specials, including the "Winner Winner Chicken Dinner, " a weekly featured chicken creation guests are invited to ask about.

Portions skew generous, guests note appetizers easily fed four, the wings are served as a 1‑lb order, and several sandwiches are described as sizeable.

Tuesdays are a great pick for a lively night, Trivia Night is a regular draw, while Sunday afternoons can be unusually quiet for an easier, more relaxed visit.

For a quieter visit, try Sunday afternoons (around 4 pm); if you want a livelier night out, Tuesday evenings are popular for Trivia Night and draw a busy, fun crowd.

Yes, Boulder Social runs a dedicated Happy Hour menu featuring $9 wines by the glass, $6 cocktails, $5 beers and well drinks, plus discounted snacks and plates.

Yes, Boulder Social has a sizable patio/deck that many guests enjoy as a roomy, al fresco option, and some reviewers say it can feel more private than the dining room.

Boulder Social feels like a lively sports-focused brewpub, communal seating, plenty of big screens, and a buzzy, energetic room during games, with the patio offering a calmer alternative.

Yes, the patio is a favourite spot for diners with dogs; guests report bringing their pups and staff often provide water, making it a welcoming outdoor option.

How FAQ content is generated

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Denver / Colorado
  4. Boulder Area
  5. Boulder

Make a reservation

A photo of Boulder Social restaurant

Boulder Social

4.5
$30 and under
Brewery
Boulder

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 9 times today
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2026 OpenTable, Inc. 425 Market St Ste 1200, San Francisco CA 94105 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo