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    Flagstaff House Restaurant

    4.1 (586 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndFrench, New American
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Lauren A.

    Incredible, highly intimate, perfect spot for a special a occasion! The food is outstanding, and beautifully presented. The service quality is on another level, and the views are amazing. We went here for dinner after we got engaged, and it was perfect!

    Natalia S.

    If you're looking for one of the most romantic dinner spots in Colorado, it's hard to beat Flagstaff House in Boulder. - Perched high above the city, the views are absolutely breathtaking. - The food? Elegant, seasonal, and consistently fantastic. Beautiful plating matches the setting. - Service is as impeccable as the setting. They are always on point here. Including the sommelier, who is not only super knowledgeable but also a wonderful storyteller. Perfect for anniversaries, celebrations, or just because. We took my mom here for her birthday when my parents were in town, and it was perfect!

    Kimberli R.

    Beautiful views and cozy environment. We had drinks at the bar with charcuterie board and a cheese board. Food was delicious. Bloody Mary was tasty. Sat by a fireplace on a rainy evening. My coat was checked into a closet that warmed. Valet parking and reservations are two of my favorite things. Our server was fabulous. Cleanest public bathroom I have ever visited. This is a classy place. We took some pictures from the deck when the rain cleared. Just an awesome experience.

    Abraham A.

    Great fine dining experience for a special occasion. The staff is a perfect 10. Valet, hostess, server & food runners. A+ for hospitality. The dishes were beautifully curated. Quality ingredients. Great views.

    Ross S.

    Flagstaff House Restaurant An iconic Boulder experience -- timeless, refined, unforgettable Dining at Flagstaff House is more than a meal--it's an experience that defines fine dining in Boulder. Perched above the city, the views alone set the stage, but what truly elevates Flagstaff is the consistency, grace, and attention to detail that carries through every part of the evening. The service is exceptional--polished without being pretentious, attentive without ever feeling intrusive. From the moment you're seated, the staff guides the evening with confidence and warmth, whether it's pacing courses perfectly or offering thoughtful wine recommendations. The wine program is outstanding and clearly a point of pride. Each pour is deliberate and elegant, with a deep cellar that caters equally to seasoned collectors and curious enthusiasts. Wine here isn't an accessory--it's an integral part of the experience. The food is refined and beautifully executed, balancing classic technique with modern touches. Each course feels intentional, showcasing high-quality ingredients and restraint rather than excess. Nothing is rushed; the evening unfolds at exactly the right pace. Flagstaff House is a place for special occasions, celebrations, and moments worth remembering. It delivers the kind of quiet excellence that only comes from decades of doing things the right way. A true Boulder institution--and one that continues to set the standard.

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    Jacqueline D.

    This dinner was an incredible experience! My boyfriend had treated us to this dinner as a belated Christmas gift and it did not disappoint! The service was impeccable and all the staff was very polite and attentive. The food was creative and incredibly delicious! The meal was sprinkled with lots of little surprises and "tastings" throughout which added a very nice touch to the overall experience! We were seated by a window at sunset and the view was post card worthy. Looking forward to going back someday!

    We went to Flagstaff House for my son's college graduation, so it was a very special occasion for our family. That said, for the price, I expected the details to be handled more smoothly. I had requested champagne on the table for a toast and had to remind them. They were also supposed to have my son's name printed on each menu, but that was forgotten. The explanation given was that we arrived early, although we were only about 15-20 minutes early and had planned to sit in the bar first. I also later realized that while the five-course prix fixe menu was $185 per person, there were supplemental charges for certain menu items. The wagyu had a $42 upcharge per plate, and the quail had a $12 upcharge. I understand those charges may have been listed in small print on the menu, but my focus that evening was on my son's graduation and our family celebration -- not on studying supplemental pricing. I only noticed the extra charges later when reviewing the receipt and then looking back at the menu. For a group celebration at this price point, I wish those additional costs had been made clearer upfront. The food was creative and visually interesting, but overall it was more adventurous than enjoyable for my personal taste. The courses were small, and several had a gamey flavor that did not appeal to me. Several courses were barely touched by others in our party as well, both men and women, so it was not just my personal preference. At night, the location should offer a beautiful view overlooking Boulder, but the glare from inside the restaurant made it difficult to actually see much out the windows. I can appreciate the artistry behind the menu and the beautiful location, but for such an expensive and meaningful celebration, I expected the food, service details, pricing clarity, and overall experience to feel more polished.

    Ellen C.

    My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at The Flagstaff House, and the entire evening was unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, the service and attention to detail were truly next level--even down to personalized menus congratulating us on our anniversary. We chose the signature 4-course experience, and every dish was absolutely outstanding. As a thoughtful touch, we were even sent home with cranberry bread to enjoy the next morning. The staff was warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about both the dishes and the drinks, making the experience seamless and special. If you're considering visiting for the first time, like we were, it's 100% worth it. This is the kind of romantic dining experience you simply won't find anywhere else!

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    Danielle F.

    Single diner review (10/29/2024). I had high expectations for this restaurant on a recent holiday to Boulder and have some mixed feelings about my experience -- let me walk you through them. The food was interesting. As a solo diner I went with the Chef's Tasting Menu as it was the best way to taste as many dishes as possible. I also went for the zero proof pairing (as I had just flown in from DC that morning and didn't want all the alcohol). The highlight of the menu was definitely the Matsutake Dashi (black cod, rabbit sausage, bok choy) which incorporated bitter, umami, salty, and sweet flavors all on one plate. I also really enjoyed the amuse bouche of parmesean cracker with caviar and creme fraiche. I also really enjoyed the zero proof pairing -- all of the drinks were exquisitely prepared and showed a creative and varied approach to beverages. A disappointment was the Magret de Canard with a minuscule serving of duck and overly crusty apple dumplings. The biggest issue of the evening was pacing. I had a reservation for 7pm and my first course was served at 7:42pm (I checked the time stamp on my pictures). This was not because I was indecisive. I had a plan. I had reviewed the menu ahead of time. This was just the pacing of the staff. The other issue was the temperature of the room. I was FREEZING! I was seated in the back of the restaurant on a platform with one other table. The table below me had a space heater next to them. When I mentioned the temp,my waitress suggested I put on my coat. That's a bit disappointing for what is supposedly a fine dining experience. It has a great view of Boulder, but I wouldn't trust them with a special event dinner based on my service. Also, unless there are ramps and elevators I didn't see, this place is not easily accessible for people with mobility challenges. Be prepared for a 3+ hour dinner that should take more like two and plates that are more tastes than courses.

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    Kate H.

    Wonderful food, service, and view. Beautiful and memorable birthday dinner. If you have a special occasion you must enjoy your next event here.

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    Great fine dining experience for a special occasion. The staff is a perfect 10. Valet, hostess, server & food runners. A+ for hospitality. The dishes were beautifully curated. Quality ingredients. Great views.

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    Dorothy G.

    The service was impeccable! Everyone was very friendly and relaxed, despite the elegance of the establishment. The tasting menu was just the right size. The tuna Crudo stood out as one of my favorites with strawberry, pink peppercorn and balsamic. This was paired with a sparkling wine from Kent England which was surprisingly unique, delicious and perfectly paired with the tuna. I also particularly enjoyed the salmon course which was charred perfectly in order to appreciate the crispy skin and the black garlic. The next two courses of meat were very satisfying, with the lamb being my favorite, however who can go wrong with moral mushrooms aside the pork roulade. And they were not shy with the morel mushrooms. I also want to highlight the last wine we tasted which was a sparkling rose from France and absolutely wonderful in its light sweetness and perfect effervescence. Great place for a special birthday!

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    Garry K.

    Near perfect score thwarted by grains of rice. Obviously the view is spectacular. Arriving for an early dinner, we were able to see the city of Boulder transition into nighttime with a near full-mooning as backdrop. Gorgeous. The service from start to finish was impeccable, which is what you expect from a restaurant like this. Waters always filled, clean napkins, foods presented in unison with staff knowledgeable about each meal and ingredient. Our meals and drinks were delicious, with one medium-sized exception, which I'll get to in a minute. The five of us decided to go with the four course dinner. Each dish was presented beautifully, each offered a progression of flavors that was well suited for the meal as a whole. My favorite was the lobster with risotto. Oftentimes this dish can be too heavy and dense, but all the ingredients were proportioned in such a way that the dish was light and flavorful. My main dish was where I met disappointment. I ordered the A5 Wagyu supplement, which came with sticky rice and lightly dusted with furikake. The Asian bent of the dish really intrigued me and I was looking forward to experiencing the flavoring of the meat "bleeding over" to the rice. Sigh. That mark was missed, by yards. The dish was beautifully presented. There was a ring of the medium rare wagyu atop a ring of rice dusted with the furikake. The rice however was cold and coarse, undercooked even. When rice is undercooked it's crumbly and chalky. That's what I experienced with every bite of the rice. I was hoping for warm, sticky, glutinous goodness but instead encountered something entirely unexpected and unwelcome. Again the meal here was fantastic. I really appreciated the rest of the meal and service. However, when you're paying $88 additional dollars for a Wagyu supplement, you should expect perfection.

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    Ask the Community - Flagstaff House Restaurant

    What time does the bar lounge open? Is there a menu for the bar/lounge? Do you take reservations for the bar/lounge?

    Good morning!! Yes, that have a lounge area where you can have a cocktail and bite! They open at… 

    Are there any vegan options?

    Yes, They have a variety of vegan options. We hosted a dinner here and we had a few vegan friends - they were very satisfied with the options. Vegan options here seemed interesting for sure!

    Do they offer brunch?

    Hi, Sasha. Flagstaff House Restaurant does not offer brunch. The restaurant opens at 6pm every evening.

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    Brasserie Ten Ten - Pate

    Brasserie Ten Ten

    4.2(1.2k reviews)
    0.9 mi•Central Boulder
    •$$$

    Ari was just so amazing and gave the most amazing drinks! Great service! I really enjoyed my meal…read moreand my many beverages.

    After a lovely day walking around Boulder, the Husband searched through Yelp and found Brasserie…read moreTen Ten as a nice option just a couple blocks off Pearle Street. We walked in without reservations on a Saturday evening and was lucky to have the option of dining inside or out. We were seated in the corner, which was fine except for the flies that would get trapped against the window and buzz right around us. There weren't really any other tables in the middle of the restaurant available, so we sucked it up. During the day, it was very brightly lit. But once the sun goes down, it doesn't become very dark. We were given menus by the hostess, but there was a slight delay with water service and what not. Eventually, our waiter did come by to talk a bit more about the menu. (I should note that the table was only set for a party of two and we were a party of four. So, it wasn't until our first dish arrived did they notice that we were missing tableware and plates for the rest of our party.) We mentioned that we'll be sharing a bunch of things, so this is what we ordered: The food came quickly and we did have to make room immediately. I do wish they would have paced it a bit better though. * Beet Salad $15 - They were kind enough to split this in two plates right off the get go. Since it's called a Beet Salad, I did expect a bit more beets than what was given. 3/5 * Roasted Bone Marrow $16 - This was a gorgeous presentation with three bone marrow halves topped with a little red trout roe. The accompanying buttered crusty bread was just wonderful. Although not everyone enjoyed the fig vinegar, I loved this dish! 5/5 * Fried Anchovy Stuffed Olives $12 - My mistake was seeing "fried anchovy", so I was surprised when the olives showed up. It was a lot of salt on salt. It was just okay for us and was the last thing on our table. 2/5 * House Pâté $18 - Another wow dish! The house pate was delicious! The Little Gal pretty much planted that in front of her so she could just focus on that. We did need to order more bread to enjoy all of the pate though. 5/5 * Tartare De Filet Mignon $20 - This was another favorite dish of ours and we ended up ordering another! Loved the red trout roe and crostini that came with it. 5/5 * Moules La Marinire 1 lb $27 - The mussels were so well cleaned and the sauce had so much flavor. It also came with a crusty piece of bread to soak up all that amazing sauce. 5/5 * Peach Cobbler - Before we ordered, I did ask if they had a dessert menu as I wanted to gauge how much food to get based on what desserts were available. Our waiter mentioned they had only two peach cobblers available and could put one on hold for us if we wanted it. And he did rattle off a few of their regular dessert items too. Since this peach cobbler seemed so exclusive, we did ask for that to be on hold for us. When it did arrive, I was a bit disappointed. It wasn't sweet enough for my preference. I'm not sure if it was because the peaches weren't sweet or there was a lack of sugar in the cobbler portion. 3/5 * Beignets $12 (to go) - As we were leaving, I asked one of the floor managers if they typically do something for birthdays and he confirmed that they do. He then asked if they had missed something, so I reluctantly told him that they did. The Husband did mention to the two waiters that we were celebrating a birthday, so he had told the staff. I thought that maybe because the peach cobbler took a bit longer, maybe it was forgotten. He apologized profusely and offered to send us with an order of beignets. We were pretty full and had a drive back, but he insisted and said it would only take a moment or so. So we agreed and I waited for it. The order came with 10 little freshly fried doughnut holes, lemon curd, raspberry gelee, and strawberries. We headed to the car and I enjoyed a few there. They were just okay though, nothing really special. 3/5 Overall, there were some really great highs and a couple of lows. I appreciated how the manager tried to make up for the error and did ask where we were seating, so I assume he could address it with the staff. We REALLY loved certain dishes and would return again for those. I would still rate this highly because we did have a generally good experience. 4.5 stars

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    Brasserie Ten Ten - Raspberry sorbet so tasty!

    Raspberry sorbet so tasty!

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    Brasserie Boulder

    Brasserie Boulder

    4.6(10 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    13th Street in Boulder is well known for its collection of comfort food and eclectic mix of…read morecuisines from Dumplings to Indian fusion, so it's no surprise that nestled near University of Colorado is Brasserie Boulder/Cafe Aion, a Spanish-French restaurant. As a former bookstore, this restaurant has a lot of charm that makes for a cozy ambience, especially on a Sunday afternoon. We had a mix of mix of French and Spanish cuisine, starting with Truffle Fries, followed by Beef Bourguignon and Shakshouka, and ending with Basque Cheese Cake. I also had French Press Coffee as well, and just to get that out of the way, wow, such a good coffee! I'm an espresso and Americano purist, and somehow this French Press tasted like a very good Americano with a more nuanced, sweet chocolatey taste. But enough of that, let's get to the delicious food, and yeah, they are all so good! The Truffle Fries to start is just seriously addicting with its potent combination of Parmigiano, parsley, and white truffle oil. In fact, the ketchup is completely unnecessary and detracts from the deliciousness of the fries. The aioli provided adds another twist to the fries for variety, too. The Beef Bourguignon is surprisingly soft and delicate, but never bland or mushy. It plays that fine line beautifully and it is a delight and comforting to eat. The beef is tender, yet savory. It's appropriate that Bourguignon has a red wine reduction component because this dish is as nuanced and delicious as fine wine. Now going to the Spaniard side of the cuisine, the Shakshouka fires it up with a tomato and egg stew that's bursting with flavor! There is balance with the acidity and cheesiness, coupled with one of the tastiest flatbread I've had in recent memory. Finally, the Basque Cheese Cake, named after the Basque Country in Northern Spain, absolutely delivers as a dessert. This isn't an ordinary cheese cake because of the dulce de leche and candied pecans. I just love having the playful contrast of the semisoft cheese cake with the sweet and crunchy pecans. The Dulce de Leche adds another layer of sweetness that is so delectable. It really is 3 different way of sweetness that all works so well together.

    It was ok but not very French. I was hoping for some great onion soup, coq au vin, etc. Everything…read morewas fine just not worth another visit

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    Frasca Food and Wine - BURRATA E ZUCCA
 
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    Frasca Food and Wine

    4.2(658 reviews)
    1.4 mi•Whittier
    •$$$$

    Five plus plus! Magical birthday evening at the chef's table. As others have commented, service is…read morestellar. We were greeted by Exec Sous Chef, Kellen, got amazing smiles and insider notes from Jordan. Jeremy served great wines with all the notes! And both the server with great glasses and the other with an adorable dimple, made the whole experience delightful!! And the food was priceless. So much thought in each detail. The pastry chef, Annaliese (?) put such care into each dish. The finger limes on basil panna cotta with arugula gelee were a real chef's kiss. The mussels with tuile toasts and baby cornflowers (that we watched Chef sprinkle with tweezers) was beyond! My favorite pairing was the sea bream with baby gourds and champagne. As everyone's photos attest, this is an art form!!! Loved from the first bite potato puff with caviar to the last grappa truffle. Mostly it will be the warmth and smiles that are remembered!! Much appreciation to all for making our visit so special.

    What to say. What to say. Well let's start with the good. Exceptional service in a beautiful…read moreenvironment that has spent an inordinate amount of time paying attention to detail. The platings were quite beautiful. The wine pairings were a delight. My expectations were set high, as their many accolades suggest. We both got the full experience with their friulano tasting menu. And also added on the caviar course. That may have been the only highlight of the meal. And I say that because the cheesy potato it was served on was absolutely delicious, although it was an odd pairing for the flavors of caviar which did not elevate the caviar in any way. The cheesy potatoes seemed clunky and too rustic to enhance the caviar. It would have been better served with a red meat or heartier protein. After that, absolutely nothing stood out to me as being uniquely delicious. The squid ink pasta was a major let down as the squid ink was so overpowering in the balance of the dish. Probably my least favorite course, although even that is debatable. This was a very salty dish, the first of many to come. One of the major takeaways from the meal as a whole, was how overly seasoned everything was. I am a salt fanatic and I really enjoy salt, however nothing seemed balanced when it came to salt. Just way too salty on several courses. Almost as if their proteins had been in a brine just a little too long. Although that's just a guess.... I'm glad I had the opportunity to try this restaurant however I would not go back again. It has been my experience that some places, once they earn James beard and Michelin recognition, almost give up. As in point Joel Robuchon, who lost their Michelin status. Highlighting more locally grown, seasonally harvested ingredients and showcasing them to their fullest potential in unique and innovative ways is much more impressive than caviar on cheesy potatoes. Btw, the cheesy potatoes, if served in a smaller portion, would have been an excellent accompaniment to the very salty red deer course. The desert course looked pretty and some elements were good, however not innovative nor original. Quite the lackluster afterthought, which again, was subpar.

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    Overview of the dining room

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    A course of Colorado Lamb Loin with Black Figs at Frasca Food & Wine.

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    Jill's Restaurant

    3.5(213 reviews)
    0.9 mi•Central Boulder
    •$$

    Beautiful restaurant. Our server for a group of 11 was super nice but unfortunately the food came…read moreout so slowly. Burrata and tots were solid but I absolutely loved the hummus. Portion was huge and it tasted so good. The vegetable Wellington wasn't very crispy and the filling was super smooth with not much texture. Not what I was expecting but the curry flavor was yummy. The steak frites was huge and yummy. Steak was cooked super well. We ordered the strawberry cake, cheesecake, chocolate cake, and the banana dessert. The banana dessert was the standout. Unfortunately the desserts did not blow me away. Overall a nice and solid restaurant in Boulder.

    It's pretty much what one would expect from a hotel restaurant; nothing about our meal here…read moresurprised me. We got ourselves a room at St. Julien for the night of my husband's work holiday party so we wouldn't have to drive back to Denver while tired and tipsy. The hotel was offering a promotion where we could get a $40 dining credit for only an additional $10, so why not. Truthfully, we would have dined elsewhere without the credit. We ordered the Croque Madame in a truffle bechamel sauce and the Brioche French Toast with peach streusel. The Croque Madame was pretty good, not too heavy. The Brioche French Toast was too sweet. The lattes were made with OZO coffee beans, which meant they were good but very overpriced. Service was prompt, attentive and they even let me take my latte back to my hotel room. Overall, it was a decent meal. The price point was high for what we received despite the dining credit, so rating this as an average hotel meal. We're definitely planning on staying at St. Julien again sometime in the future, but I'll skip eating here next time.

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    We loved how our table was separated from the others by partitions which added a touch of intimacy & romance.

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    The sirloin had a supremely tender and juicy bite with intense red meat flavor.

    Jill's Restaurant - The Crispy Brussels Sprouts were tossed in Beesquared local honey, sea salt & chili flake. Amazing.

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    La Belle French Bakery - LES MINI COOKIE AU CHOCOLAT

    La Belle French Bakery

    4.3(72 reviews)
    12.0 mi
    •$$

    Some restaurants serve food…read more La Belle French Bakery serves edible works of art. The moment you walk through the door, it's obvious this isn't a place that cuts corners. Between the pastry case that looks like it belongs in a museum and croissants so perfectly golden brown they almost appear artificial, every item seems to have been crafted with an almost unreasonable amount of care. I ordered the breakfast croissant, a black coffee, and a blueberry muffin. Now, I firmly believe a bakery's coffee should be judged the same way a singer is judged performing acoustically: no fancy tricks, no backup dancers, nowhere to hide. If your black coffee is excellent, everything else is built on a strong foundation. Thankfully, La Belle passed that test with flying colors. The breakfast croissant somehow managed to be both delicately flaky and impossibly soft at the same time. Every bite left a trail of evidence on my shirt that I regret absolutely none of. I'm fairly certain the croissant received more quality control inspections than my first apartment. The blueberry muffin was equally impressive, striking that magical balance between homemade comfort and professional craftsmanship. But if I had to describe La Belle in a single word, it would be love. You do not create food this visually stunning and effortlessly delicious unless the people behind it are deeply passionate about what they do. Every pastry, sandwich, dessert, and loaf of bread seemed to radiate the kind of attention to detail normally associated with Swiss watchmakers, NASA engineers, and grandmothers preparing for a family gathering. I've had plenty of delicious meals before. What stood out here wasn't just the flavor - it was the unmistakable feeling that every item was made by people who genuinely care about their craft. The passion wasn't subtle. It practically walked out from behind the counter, introduced itself, and insisted I try another pastry. By the time I left, I had already started recommending La Belle to friends. Between finishing brunch this morning and writing this review tonight, I've probably talked about this bakery more than any reasonable person should. And honestly? I regret nothing. 10/10. I'll absolutely be back.

    This place looks really great from the outside. When you step in there are tons of pastries and…read morecake cakes. Very exciting. We chose a shirt today. And a mushroom Swiss cheese quiche. Surface is very slow The counter person actually forgot our lemonade and I had to go ask for it. The bread on the sandwich was very tough and only toasted on one side. The ratio of ham to bread and cheese was not good. All and all for the sandwich too. The quiche was pretty good. It gets a three. Did not take away any pastries but maybe you could check it out when you stop by

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    La Belle French Bakery - Bar area

    Bar area

    La Belle French Bakery - Le Chou de L'ètè- This summer dessert has a pâte a choux base with sweet craquelin, filled with strawberry mousse and pistachio paste.

    Le Chou de L'ètè- This summer dessert has a pâte a choux base with sweet craquelin, filled with strawberry mousse and pistachio paste.

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    Foolish Craig's Cafe - Corned Beef Hash

    Foolish Craig's Cafe

    3.9(845 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Downtown
    •$$

    A solid Boulder brunch with standout mains, friendly service, and one miss on the sides…read more Executive Summary: Despite a packed Sunday crowd during the Boulder Marathon, Foolish Craig's delivered a very good brunch. The Reuben and Hippie Burger were both satisfying, service was friendly and efficient, and portions were generous without being excessive. The onion rings were the only disappointment. We stopped by on a Sunday afternoon during the Boulder Marathon, and the restaurant was slammed. Even so, we were seated after only about 15 minutes on the waitlist. We ordered The Reuben with onion rings, the Hippie Burger, and their take on an espresso martini. The Hippie Burger was an especially good bite--the slight heat from the jalapeño paired perfectly with the rich egg. The Reuben was also very good, with nicely fried bread and a well-seasoned corn hash. Nothing felt overly greasy, and the portion sizes were just right for a filling lunch. There was a mix-up with my side, and fries arrived instead of onion rings. Our server, Kailen, quickly had a fresh order made. Unfortunately, the onion rings themselves were disappointing--too heavily battered with not enough onion. Kailen was friendly, attentive, and efficient throughout the meal. Overall, a very good brunch experience. I'd happily come back to try more of the menu and would recommend Foolish Craig's to others visiting Boulder.

    Okay so about a month ago, I found this restaurant hoping to try out a niche place that would make…read morefor a great brunch in my few days in Boulder. When we got to the restaurant, I told them the name the waitlist was under and it took about 10 minutes to be seated. We ordered multiple plates of food, I had the Foolish Huevos and my friends ordered Challah French Toast with Two Eggs and Potatoes and the Belgian waffle with Two Eggs and Potatoes. We got there at about 12:50pm and they close at 2pm. When we got there, there wasn't much of a wait outside and multiple tables both inside and outside were open. My friend went to use the restroom about 10 minutes after we arrived and they brought out the food during the time he was gone. We waited for him to eat, within the time he was gone, our serve came up to us a couple times and asked how the food looks, we said great thanks and that we were waiting for our friend. He came back and we began eating. As we started eating, about five minutes later, the server came back and asked if we were ready to pack up. We were kinda shocked because they had no one waiting and were far from closing but we just said no thank you and we were still eating. A few minutes later she came back and asked my friends girlfriend if she was done with her plate, keep in mind that her plate is still full of food and her fork is literally in a piece of the waffle and she's chewing. She couldn't respond and put her hand out because the server started pulling the food away. My friend spoke for her and said "wait she's still eating". She apologized and said she must have misunderstood. We all kinda laughed about it after but got a little annoyed just because she kept coming every few minutes to check if we were ready to leave and we didn't know why we were being rushed so much. And there were plenty of open seats inside and they are still open for almost an hour. We continued eating and as I was talking, my friend was looking at me and then said to our table that the server was staring at us which was kinda weird but he's like "It's okay, just keep talking" I proceeded and then he said "oh she's now coming over again" and I was really hoping she wasn't. She came up again and asked if we were ready and my friend didn't even respond, he just looked up at her and looked annoyed because by this point I mean it was kinda ridiculous. We had been polite every single time and it almost felt like someone was playing a prank. She apologized and said it appeared he was staring at her. That was the funny part, she was staring at us but even if he did look over, none of which is a indication we are ready to leave, I could see raising your hand or making the classic check symbol as calling someone over. Although if someone is just looking around the restaurant because they do have art everywhere too, that shouldn't mean they want another check in but even with all that context, that wasn't the case. At the end of the brunch, she provided the check for him and it was weird because usually when you give the check you give them some space to give the tip but she leaned over my side of the table and stared at what tip he was leaving her. The whole experience was kinda weird on the service bit. The actual taste of the food was decent. However, the portion sizes were really disappointing because they focused more on presentation rather than anything else. The Belgian waffle wasn't even a full Belgian waffle, it was literally half of one covered with a few pieces of fruit and that sucks because a restaurant knows what it's doing when they present it like that instead of just giving you the actual thing you ordered which would be a complete Belgian waffle. On top of that, they offer fresh fruit which is very little fruit and Nutella which sound like they come with the waffle and French toast and then are separate charges that aren't mentioned until the end. Honestly, it's just annoying that a place wouldn't just tell you that or say something like, "Would you like to add fruit with that? It'll be $1 extra if that's okay with you?" And we would have said no because we didn't want extra fees but I know that's how they get you, which lacks transparency and genuineness. Despite that, I'd also like to mention that on the menu it says with choice of fruit for the waffle and choice of Nutella for the French toast. And one friend got fruit and the other got Nutella so it's not like they got multiple, they did choose one. Now based on the wording, it doesn't sound like an extra cost to me especially since there isn't any fee shown on the menu where it says that. I've honestly never seen that and that's kinda ridiculous because that means they don't write it, they don't say it but they do charge it. That literally doesn't make any sense. And inside the restaurant atmosphere, it was a bit annoying to have so many flies inside unfortunately. Hopefully my friends still trust my restaurant recommendations

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    Foolish Craig's Cafe - Inside

    Inside

    Foolish Craig's Cafe
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