Our first time visiting The Buff due to the positive recommendations. That always worries me because the expectations are set high. We were greeted by a great hostess with an excellent sense of humor. They were able to accommodate our party of 7 at a round table that still had plenty of elbow room for all of us. Our server, Michelle, greeted us right away and provided recommendations on their coffee and drinks. She was energetic and fun - we loved her genuine interaction with us! The food came fairly quickly considering they were nearly full. I chose the cinnamon roll French toast (chef's kiss!!) and hubby had the basic breakfast. We shared our meals so we could each have something sweet and savory. My niece had the Heartland Skillet and said it was to die for! I don't think there was much on the menu where you could go wrong. And bonus - they offer a breakfast cocktail for 99 cents with an entree order. You can get up to 3. This is an excellent choice for brunch (service and food!) and we will return next time we are in Boulder! read more

The Buff Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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Great food and friendly service. Although there is usually a wait, the wait goes quick, so don't let it discourage you from going there! They have a lovely dining room with a good atmosphere and a large menu with lots of variety. We love the Buff! (Also the $0.99 mimosas and bloody Mary's are so fun!) read more

The Buff Restaurant - Steak and Eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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It's a classic. Sometimes there is a wait, but it's never been too long. There's options for a wide range of dietary needs and the food is always delicious. read more

We had a great experience here! Server was attentive and friendly, and the food came out extremely fast! We appreciated that they don't use seed oils in their cooking processes and that they are able to make almost everything GF/DF. I ordered the GF/DF blueberry pancakes with eggs and bacon and potatoes. The pancakes were pretty good, and everything else was great (potatoes just needed a little salt)! This seems like a good place to keep trying new things since they have so many different options. Thanks for a great experience, would definitely return. read more

Nice spot to grab breakfast with both tons of space and tons of options on the menu. We didn't have to wait long at all on a Saturday morning, and the service was prompt and friendly throughout. I had a veggie omelette, breakfast potatoes, and an English muffin. All pretty standard fare, and all pretty good! Nothing was insanely wowing, but it all really hit the spot. I also went all-in on a dirty chai since we're pretending it's fall already, and that was surprisingly good as well. Not too sweet, and loaded with caffeine. Bonus points to them for being directly across the street from the hotel we were staying at. Just a nice, classic, quality breakfast spot. read more

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YUM! Loved our meal here. This place is massive, so even though it was busy, we got our name in and waited less than 10 minutes. SPACE This place is huge but still feels cozy! Tons of different nooks and rooms, all decorated well. SERVICE Service was a highlight here - efficient but friendly and very personable! FOOD Their breakfast/brunch menu is where it's AT. I had a hard time narrowing things down, but got the Ole skillet with chorizo and a side of tortillas and it was incredible. I love that they have so many gluten free options - so great! I didn't get a drink, but saw many people at tables around us drinking iced coffee from MASSIVE mason jars. Love it. This is a must for brunch in Boulder! read more

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Eat in The Buff! 30 years running, The Buff Restaurant continues to be one of the busiest places to eat in Boulder. After a recent stay across the street, I ate here two mornings in a row for breakfast. The first morning, we were able to snag a seat quickly. The second morning, I dined in solo a little bit closer to brunch hour and after a few minutes I was able to snag a coveted seat at the bar. I commend the front of house team, especially the hostesses, for managing this busy busy BUSY line of people with total ease. True hospitality professionals. Sitting at the bar, I watched them deal with all kinds of people; mostly pushy, hungover, or impatient people who wanted their table ASAP. They deserve a raise! When it comes to food, no one leaves here hungry. Portions are large and so is the menu. Is it revolutionary? No, but it's consistent and well-prepared breakfast food. +American Skillet // Potatoes, diced onions, and blended cheddar cheese. Simple, yet tasty. My eggs came out the way I like them, toast was buttered, and I doused the whole thing with Cholula. This is the kind of breakfast I'll make at home, this is what the doctor ordered. +Steak & Eggs // Top sirloin breakfast steak and eggs with choice of toast. Massive portion...of course I cleaned the plate. Little outdated with the greens and orange slice garnish, why is it there??? No one eats it! I asked for medium rare and got medium. Could've used more seasoning, but once it combined with the potatoes and eggs we were cooking. A solid dish that cured the craving. Service was great all the way around and I think this is what they do best. Serving this many people in such a short span (7am-2pm) is tough work. I applaud the operators for running a tight ship! The Buff is a reliable breakfast spot in Boulder! read more

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This place is a Boulder staple and "iconic" or so I've been told. Went here for a work lunch and it was relatively busy. It's primary focus is brunch. Hours are 7-2 everyday to give to you an idea of menu items. They have a crazy drink special where it's 99 cents for a Bloody Mary, mimosa, or tequila sunrise (all on tap) with the purchase of an entree. We had the cheeseburger and B L T T. It was decent, but next time I'll go for the breakfast items as I think that's where they shine. read more

The Buff Restaurant - *NEW* BLTT - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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Ordering online is a breeze and gives you loads of options for any types of modifications too! Food is fairly quickly made, no need to wait long either. The food is equally good on take out read more

The most wonderful breakfast restaurant!! On our 5 day stay to Colorado Springs, we drove two hours twice to have The Buff. We ordered the Two Step (which has delicious house potatoes, perfect pancakes, and the best bacon) and the Biscuits and Gravy. Absolutely delicious!! The service is great, too. Even with a wait, we were seated quickly and the food came out faster than we could believe!! Very cozy vibes. Wish we lived closer or had one in Michigan! read more

The Buff Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

Decided to do a little road trip over to Boulder this morning at The Buff Restaurant. We got there around 9:30AM and was shocked to see how busy it is. Not because it's so good, but thought with the university out for summer it would be less busy. I put my name in and was pleasantly surprised it was only a 10 minute wait. Our waiter was friendly and very chatty which was nice. I got the Rustic Benedict which was really good. The only thing I would do differently is get rid of the bacon. The chopped of bacon crumbled reminded me to much of bacon bits. It was still very good and definitely a much have for someone who like a good comfort food. read more

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What's not to love about the Buff. It is a must go to in Boulder. Food is really good. Large portions. Waitstaff is super attentive and friendly. We go there every time we are in Boulder visiting family. Breakfast is our favorite. read more

The food/ French toast is the best French toast I have ever had, the survive was amazing super nice people and overall amazing. Ambiance. read more

The Buff Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

If you're looking for a good, classic brunch spot, the Buff is your spot. They've got every classic brunch element covered: seasonal-flavored pancakes, fresh squeezed oj, hearty skillets, healthy lighter options. We ordered the Matterhorn and olé skillets - both really delicious, I wish the potatoes were cooked a tiny bit more. We also got the classic eggs benedict which was perfect. We ordered yummy seasonal lattes that weren't too sweet which was nice. The service was quick and friendly. read more

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Molly was so kind and patient. I asked for samples of the chili was really good. I had the French toast with fried chicken and potatoes a little piece of pineapple and strawberry and maple syrup. They had dollar bloody Mary's and dollar mimosa with entrée my daughter's friend got this delicious looking coffee that could probably feed two or three people. The food was good. The service was good. Homemade ketchup. read more

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While in Colorado, my family and I stopped in for brunch. The weather was perfect and they have a great patio area! They have a large menu with a lot of options for those with dietary restrictions, too. Lastly, they have $0.99 bloody Mary's, mimosas, or tequila sunrises (with purchase of an entree, limit of 3 drinks per person). Definitely recommend if you're in the area! read more

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If you are looking for a breakfast- brunch spot this is it. It's packed but we were lucky to snag a spot on the patio. We both got the Eggs Benedict. It had some of the best hollandaise sauce I've ever had. The side potatoes were good but the local made ketchup was delicious. Highly recommend this spot. read more

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This place never disappoints. The skillet has breakfast is amazing. We also love getting the ricotta pancakes. Everything is always delicious. I love that I can have a half serving too read more

Sat at the bar, where friendly attendants rehydrated me after my morning hike, made me an "Electric" Screwdriver, and brought me superb biscuits and gravy. Atmosphere was typical: No music? Why do restaurants struggle with this simple accoutrement? read more

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I love this spot for breakfast when visiting Boulder. Worth the wait on line. They don't use seed oils - a plus for me. Huge selection of coffee and breakfast. Everything to perfection. Looks like a hometown spot inside and out. Service is excellent and staff so helpful and friendly. Definitely have to come when in town !! read more

The Buff Restaurant - Harvest skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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Fabulous breakfast spot- delicious food, great service, fun atmosphere! We will be back the next time we are in town!

Food was good, Service was attentive and it was a fun and vibrant restaurant. They had good selection of food and drinks for everyone. Waiting time was moving good when we were there on a Saturday late brunch time. read more

The Buff Restaurant - Skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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Hands down one of the best breakfasts I've had in YEARS. We all loved our meals - French toast, egg scramble, and pancakes were all great. Our server Shana was so authentically kind and attentive that it really made the experience. When one of our meals had onions added accidentally - a request she noted when we ordered - she jumped right on it and managed it perfectly. The decor was very Colorado and fun, and super-sized. We all got drinks to go because we enjoyed it so much we wanted to take a little bit of The Buff with us! read more

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Food is good and service is also good. And I need to say that this is the best food I have eaten at Boulder. read more

The Buff Restaurant - steak and egg - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

Gotta come for the 99¢ mimosas! Came on a Friday morning around 10 and got seated right away. We got the olé and the pacific benedict. The olé was yummy but a bit heavy with all the cheddar cheese. The pacific benedict toppings were delicious BUT the bagel they served it on was untoasted and so so soggy. Maybe toast the bagel? I know their other food is delicious though, especially the valley of the sun omelette! The servers were really sweet and def a classic Boulder staple! read more

The Buff Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

This was not a good experience. The food was mediocre and not even hot, and it was very expensive for what we got. I remember this place being much better. I would recommend going to Dots instead. read more

Excellent breakfast spot; can't go wrong with the Bloody Mary drinks! If you're in Boulder, this is a must!

This is a must-do place to eat - great cuchina feel to the place, with seating outside as well - loads of options for food - I walked in a little after noon, seated immediately, and the food was fast and fantastic. Opted for the White Buffalo Mocha and Buffaquilles for lunch/brunch - extremely happy with those choices as food was quick to the table and delicious! My server, Kash (pronounced like "cold, hard cash") was friendly and helpful, as well. If you go, go big (and hungry) and if you are lucky enough to get Kash as your server, tip her well!! read more

The Buff Restaurant - White Buffalo Mocha (it was full when I got it, but couldn't help tasting it before the Pic) and Buffaquilles - highly recommended!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

All I have to say...best pancakes ever. There really is nothing else to say. The Buff is a must stop for breakfast.

Large quantities. Good prices. And really good service. Nothing special about the food. Our friends vegetarian patty was super dry. Alright for a college town I guess. read more

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I was in Colorado for a short trip when a few friends told me about this place. Honestly, I wasn't expecting much, but it totally blew me away. The food? Incredible. We loved it so much, we actually went back on our last day just to get another round of those amazing pancakes and their Tequila Sunrise--which, by the way, was surprisingly affordable. Service-wise, they really nailed it. Everything came out fast, and the staff were attentive. The place itself had that familiar, diner feel--nothing flashy, just good energy and comfort. Highly recommend if you love brunch food. read more

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OMG. First of all - I am not a brunch person. HOWEVER NEVER in my life have I been so happy eating simple breakfast food to the point we wanted to come back 2 days later!! Houston girl visiting Colorado and I wasn't expecting to find this gem. The plate sizes are huge (yeehaw cause darn it, I love my Texas size food) and it's very creamy and flavorful. It was a nice touch that they would do $0.99 for 3 drinks (mimosa, tequila sunrise, and Bloody Mary mimosa. We ordered the white buffalo pancakes and rustic Benedict. 12/10 recommend for these two! The server was nice and knowledgeable, and she knew when to bring out the next drink which was a plus. :) The area was clean and looked decent inside as well. Would come back again each time I visit this area. read more

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Great service and excellent coffee. Cool spot if you're looking for a place to hang out with friends before a Buff game, campus visit or a just to chill with friends and family. read more

The Buff Restaurant - White buffalo raspberry - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

This place healed us. The omelette was so good and came out so quickly. Thank you Buff read more

The Buff Restaurant - Veggie omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

First visit this AM! Wow! Everything was great. I got the Rustic Eggs Benedict. The bacon under my poached egg and over my buttermilk biscuit was caramelized to perfection (how did they do that?!) The hash browns are bussin, though put some cholua sauce in for a bit of heat. It's worth your dime and money hunny! Get some! read more

The Buff Restaurant - Rustic EGGS BENEDICT - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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I was in Boulder and a brunch spot was on the mind. The Buff is a good spot but, especially coming around 11:30-Noon, there will definitely be a wait. It took roughly 15-20 minutes to get seated for us as a table of 2. I got a Valley of the Sun Omelette. For what prices are these days on brunch and in Boulder, I thought it was a plentiful amount of food with hash browns and English muffin that tasted well for the cost. Coffee tasted good and they provided a huge cup for me to-go, too. Service was nice all around. Ambiance was great for having a conversation and, while the place may have been bustling at the front upon our arrival, there was plenty of space and benches outside for the wait and then comfortable, spaced seating when enjoying our meal. There's a fairly large parking lot as well which is convenient for its location in Boulder. Ultimately, for breakfast/brunch when in Boulder, I'd definitely return. read more

Service was prompt, efficient and friendly. We ordered the basic breakfast and it came quickly. The serving was generous and delicious. It's not a fancy restaurant, but comfortable warm and inviting. read more

I was a bit too forgiving in my last review, but wanted to give this place the benefit of the doubt--this resulted in giving this restaurant another go for breakfast today. To cut to the chase, I won't be returning after such a disappointing meal. Unlike the last time I ate here, the hostesses were friendly and actually nice. Had to wait a little more than 15 minutes to be called, but it was nice getting a bit of sunshine. Our waitress was very nice and didn't rush us to order, despite how busy they were. I swear I've never seen it that busy before! Last time the food was just mediocre, but this time, it was quite terrible. While the potatoes were extra crispy, as requested, they were extremely salty. Dipping them in ketchup didn't do anything to help mask the saltiness. I think I'm good on sodium for the next year. Even the English muffins were horrible, like they were stale or something--so dried out I just left them. The hollandaise sauce couldn't even help revive it. Eggs were cooked perfectly but that's the only positive thing I can say about the food here. I remember when this place used to be the Original Pancake House and when The Buff used to be a separate restaurant. It was so good then, but the popularity of this restaurant has ruined what it used to be. I'll be sticking to my other go-to brunch places from now on. read more

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Amazing restaurant!! We came with over 10 people and were able to be seated in about 10 mins. The service was so attentive and the inside was so spacious with lots of outlets and free WiFi. We all ordered skillets ($14-16) and 2 rounds of mimosas or bloody Mary's ($0.99 each). The drinks were beyond cheap and good. The food itself has huge portions and not too flavorful but they give you lots of salsas, quesos, and condiments so you can customize it. Highly recommend for food, prices, and service. read more

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A very pleasant place to dine. The interior is friendly the music was at a most comfortable level and the food was hot and tasty. The employees were hospitable and made us feel much welcomed during the meal read more