Half Fast Subs

The best place for Boulder locals to avoid tourists. Choices for everyone. We visit regularly when…read morewe visit. I love the breakfast burrito.

Great sandwich and free parking nearby Very busy at…read morelunchtime so beware or order ahead

The Italian Sandwich

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Burrito in Boulder for less that $8

Häagen-Dazs

4.1(159 reviews)

0.6 mi

Amazing!! These sandwiches were incredible. Staff was great and helpful. Sat outside which was…read moreperfect

Wow. Chocolate overload for sure but worth it. The young college girls were such a delight and vey…read morehelpful. Ice cream was delicious as always.

Inside

Fresh veggie platter with Homemade Ranch and hummus for a catering order!

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Storefront

Organic Sandwich

3.9(221 reviews)

These sandwiches were awesome! They have a variety of incredible sounding sandwiches which I'd love…read moreto come back to and try. The ones we got were delicious, very fresh, and super satisfying. The drink options are also really nice. I'm excited to come back and try some more! Note that they don't have a restroom you can use there so plan to wash your hands and use the restroom elsewhere. Staff was very friendly and place the was clean and well kept.

The food was horrible. It tasted like I was eating cardboard, I expected the food to be much better…read morebecause of the "organic". I got the Spicy Chicken, the prices listed compared to the photos were completely off. The service was good, food came out fast. Overall would not recommend this spot to anyone.

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Grilled Cheese & Peppers

The Yellow Deli

4.4(282 reviews)

Food was good: turkey, mozzarella, and harvest roll. It was nice and simple. Very fun and cool…read moreinterior, and the service was great. Would recommend!

went here because I saw a video talking about how it's run by the twelve tribes which if you do…read moreknow, is a doomsday cult anyways I got a cinnamon roll that was kind of burnt which made me sad because cinnamon rolls are my favorite pastry the workers were very nice, very rustic cartoonish interior, my friend asked the cashier how they will manage to go through with their doomsday rituals (sacrificing a thousand male v!rg!ns) and he acted very awkwardly in response and said "it will be difficult" which made me feel awkward so I won't go back probably

Yogurt Parfait

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Zodiac Subs

4.4(56 reviews)

0.8 mi

Consistent, friendly, and delicious! What more could you ask for than a family owned local sub shop…read morethat can make everyone in a group happy? Unique specials, vegan/vegetarian options, and yummy gluten free bread! Specials every day of the week as well, I love the spicy Italian! Keep up the great work

Came here after seeing lots of great reviews. They do have a lot of options to choose from or you…read morecan build your own. We built our own but were amazed to see a chicken parm sandwich as we love chicken parm. The bread was nice and fresh and the even cut the cucumbers fresh there right in front of you. The sandwich was tasty and reasonably priced. The place itself is rather small with limited seating options but they do have an outdoor area.

Gf Italian

Cole Slaw & Cheesy Bread with its dipping sauce

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Build your own sub turkey and ham

Snarf's Sandwiches

3.9(324 reviews)

1.3 mi

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This sandwich brought me back to life after our hike at Chautauqua Park! I was gassed and Snarf's…read morecame to the rescue. I went with the Italian which is made with salami, pepperoni, capicola, mortadella, provolone, lettuce, onion, tomato, and pickles. It was the perfect sandwich and so filling! The bread it's served on is delicious too. I didn't get any photos because I ate it so fast -- I'm sorry! A friend picked them up and brought them to the park so I didn't get to see the interior of the space, but next time I'm in the Denver area I will absolutely be back. This sandwich is worth the hype!

Stopped by to grab some sandwiches for a hike later in the day, and I was surprised by how filling…read morethey were. They offer three sizes (4, 8, and 12 inches), and we opted for the 12-inch. They were bigger than we expected and it actually covered both lunch and dinner for us! We ordered the Large Italian and Turkey sandwiches with all the fixings on garlic bread. While the wait was a bit long (about 25 minutes during the lunch rush), the bread was incredibly soft and fresh, and the meat portions were super generous. Snarfs offered great service and a nice ambiance, will def return.

Italian Sandwich (Salami, Pepperoni, Capicola, Mortadella & Provolone Cheese)

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Mangia Panino

3.9(17 reviews)

After waiting 15 minutes after ordering for the eggplant parmigiana ($17, with no sides), it…read morefinally came out: luke warm on the outside and cool on the inside, with the mozzarella topping crunchy and not melted. I would have sent it back for a do-over but my party of 6 had already gotten their dishes from other vendors and were waiting for me, so I decided to just grin and bear it. The best I can say is that the portion was fairly generous...about 5 pieces. I am wondering if rather than making it from scratch, they use pre-prepared (or worse, frozen) eggplant patties... That would explain why they weren't hot. So, 2 stars at best. Feh.

Truly enjoyed trying this awesome new restaurant. Went with a friend and we went wild return so…read moremany things. I gobbled down the whole order of garlic bread and also found the kale salad out of this world. The chicken parm will def be my go to main course. My gal pal fell in love with the meatballs and beef rigatoni as well as the caprese sammy (I stole a bite and it was so fresh and yummy with the basil really standing out). The focaccia is made in house and the bread for the sandwiches is made locally. You really gotta try this awesome new offering located conveniently on the ground floor of Avanti!

Their Chicken Parm is really well-done and tasty! I'm also a big fan of their Italian Sandwich!

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Caprese sammy

Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery

4.4(1.8k reviews)

The food was excellent! I had the Junk Burger and it was cooked perfectly…read more Service was excellent and friendly. Cool eclectic atmosphere!

Such a good burger! I had the special, which was a burger with a bang mi treatment! Pickled veggies…read moreand jalapeños really added a depth of flavor not often found in your average burger! Burger was delicious and perfectly cooked! So juicy and tasty! This place is so much fun! Love the posters and casual vibe. You can buy String Cheese tickets here, among others! Service is always exceptional; friendly and efficient. Just a great place to grab a craft beer and fantastic burger!

Aura of the place

Chicken Quesadilla

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Beer

Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs

roll it up and toke!…read more 420 fans rejoice ;) this chain sandwich spot offers all the saucy, bread-joined, stoner eats your big and greedy bum could ever want. The menu is full of delightful wit! these jokers dubbed their kool-aid "cottonmouth cures" and denominated their sandwich sizing to stoner slang such as "blunt" and "pinner". Haha what a romp! Sadly a star had been lost, I have two point of criticism regarding the service of for this weed themed Gnoshery... firstly the bearded bartender is often very depressed and jaded looking. I asked what was wrong. He replied "everything, my life sucks"... eeesh what a buzzkill. Maybe he could use a bong rip in the back. I wouldn't really go to bar here. I would recommended sticking to the Sammie's. My second point of contention is in regard to the the staffs comprehension ability and is best told as anecdote. After an afternoon of inebriated soccer, my adult son and I wanted to enjoy a little hotbox treat after our marijuana football session. When I asked for the cereal based rice crispy treat I purchased to be "split in twain" the register attendant split the treat into very lopsided slices... what ensued was my son and I fist fighting on the sidewalk to decide who got the bigger half. Interior is usually quite calm with lovely stoners. A MUST SEE weed mural is located on the interior south wall!

Always amazing service and staff! I have seriously NEVER been disappointed, it's a true gem!read more

Order counter

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Postino Boulder

Polly is the coolest, smartest, and most helpful server. She was efficient and welcoming and i…read morehighly recommend her for anyone going to Postinos in the near future--ask for Polly!

My most recent dining experience at Post no's Boulder was great like it always is. The hostess…read moreseated us quickly and our server was really good.

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Paul K.

13 years ago

Great Drinks Great Food. I have been living in boulder for 4 years and this place is great. If you're not in college I would suggest not going here late night if you want a heavy college crowd. If you are in college the drinks are fantastic. For a pretty reasonable price one drink will get you ready for your night. Aside from the drinks the menu is great and large. If you want a really good sandwich I suggest the gobbler with added mashed potatoes. It is like thanksgiving in a bun and is awesome. If I had any complaint, I would say that some of the ingredients like the lettuce are a little cheap, but in there defense it is very similar to any other sandwich shop's lettuce. Go here if you are visiting CU or want a sandwich. read more

Amy S.

15 years ago

Okay I don't know really how to describe this place, but amazing. It is so good and I love it so much. I got one of the philly cheesesteak sandwiches and I just wanted more when I finished it. Also have you ever heard of getting a long island ice tea in a pitcher that is all for you. I am a little girl and got a little tipsy after my pitcher. The atmosphere is awesome. If you go to CU or live in Boulder this is defiantly the hot spot. There is always a crowd on their deck. The location of this restaurant is in the heart of the hill. To start the night of partying it is the perfect thing to wash down your first beer or pitcher. I would say it is the best sandwich shop on the hill read more

GA S.

20 years ago

This place has the largest selection of subs and salads I've ever seen anywhere. It always wins the "Best of Boulder" awards from the local newspapers and the awards are displayed on the walls. And the awards are justified. Tons of Veggie selections. Killer drinks and beers. Just a minute off campus on the Hill with street or lot parking out front. If you walk in and there is a line , don't worry it moves real fast. A great lunch or dinner or just a great place to hang out on the deck in the sun and to people watch. Been there a ton of times and I'll Be Back. Great food, name (get it?) and friendly staff. read more

Shannon T.

108

14 years ago

I really enjoy Half Fast Subs, if words could describe it it's just pretty much awesome!! It's a very college friendly environment that I don't mind taking my family too when they come to visit. Usually when my friends and I are wondering around the Hill and need a place to eat we usually end up at Half Fast because the atmoshpere is spectacular and the sandwiches are delicious (have yet to pick a sandwich i did not like)!! If you're visitng Boulder any time soon and you've never been to Half Fast I highly recommend you stop by or else you're not getting the full Boulder experience! read more

Michael F.

17 years ago

Half Fast Subs is a fantastic little sub shop that makes me happy every time I make it in there. The menu selection is unparalleled, especially for me since I'm a vegetarian and sometimes have trouble in places like this. Big fan of the Philly cheesesteak tempeh sub. If you want a full-size sub, you'll probably be bringing a lot of it home for later. As other reviewers have said, I do wish it could be a bit quieter inside, but my kids love it so I can't really fault them for that too much. Overall, great food and a great time. read more

Carly F.

15 years ago

PITCHERS!!! I love the art work on the walls and the atmosphere. Turns into a bar (sorta) at night. they have coupons in the rooster for their drinks. Every sub I have tried I have enjoyed. The menu is slightly overwhelming. Half fast's clock is always set to 420. They have the biggest sub selection! The location is perfect if you are going to head to the hill or to pearl after a pitcher. read more

Koerper C.

6 months ago

I went today and got the Half Fast sandwich, and it was delicious. The music created a great vibe inside the restaurant, making the experience even better. The workers were very nice and quick to get me the food I ordered. Overall, it was a great experience and I'd definitely come back. Thank you Half Fast! read more

Liv K.

4 years ago

Best sub shop in Boulder. The menu is a tad overwhelming but you're guaranteed to find something that will hit the spot. The staff is also super friendly and the atmosphere is great, especially outside in the spring and summer. Also fairly affordable for college students!! read more

Tony P.

126

135

2 years ago

I've been to this place many times while living in Boulder for the past eight years, and never once had it disappointed! I adore their BLT (though I can't remember the name they have for that sandwich) and it's always cooked to perfection. And their drinks are great too! read more

Alex M.

7 months ago

everything fucking sucks i hate the racists that work there. fuck half fast. and since i have to add more i hope all of the pos fuck themselves for being racist pos. have some empathy, living in boulder is no excuse you pos!!!! read more

Margaret B.

14 years ago

Subs are pretty standard, though there is a huge menu. The pitchers are the reason that everyone comes here. The strong island is good, but is sure to give you a mean hangover the next day because its so sugary. read more

John T.

16 years ago

Wowee, what a selection of sandwiches...I've never had so much trouble deciding on an order in quite a while. Luckily, I've had a number of their sandwiches and they're all delicious so far... read more

John B.

11 years ago

Great place for subs in boulder. Big selection and their 14 inch subs are gigantic! I recommend the tenders parm sub or a turkey club. Definitely a favorite right across from campus. read more

Melissa L.

10 years ago

The buff shrimp was so good!! The celery was a little weird but since the rest of the sandwich was so delicious it didn't matter! I also highly recommend a strong island pitcher! read more

Sara W.

17 years ago

A huge selection of subs. If your looking for a sandwich this place will have something for you. Not a huge fan of their attempt at appetizers though. Stay a sandwich shop. read more

Michael D.

7 years ago

This place is garbage. If you are not Colorado trash you will probably hate this place. If you are a living piece of garbage from Colorado you'll probably love it. read more

Robert J.

5 years ago

Great spot. Sub was very good. Get grilled turkey and onions! I can't wait to go back next time I'm in town and try different options, so many to choose from. read more

Bernie B.

13 years ago

The alcohol is great! The food is sub-par, bland, over-cooked, and just generally gross. I guess if you drink enough than the food will be good. read more

Jennifer C.

16 years ago

The sandwich selection is INCREDIBLE. And they have great drinks (pitchers of long island/magarita will end your night before it begins) :) read more

Tyler T.

10 years ago

This is the go to place for food and drinks any night of the week. The place is always very lively, and the staff is very friendly.

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