Perfect brunch spot. Full of locals. Coffee drink was so good I took one to go. I ordered the Basic…read moreB with eggs turkey sausage side of French toast - which was something every diner should have as a side! Service was great. Art was fun, eclectic, and weird. Place was hopping at 11a on a Sunday. On my list of best brunch spots.

We have lived in boulder for 40yrs. this was our first time to the walnut cafe. i must say how…read moredisappointed we were. white flour pancakes is not good. be prepared to pay for everything including the maple syrup. we each had the pancakes our bill was 45.00. We will not be back.

Brasserie Ten Ten feels increasingly rare now…read more Even in very good restaurants, actual tablecloths have become uncommon. At lunch, rarer still. So when you settle into Brasserie Ten Ten, with its white linen, substantial silverware, mirrors, low conversational buzz, and faint 1920s salon energy, you will notice. There's something a little Gertrude Stein about the place: people lingering, talking, drinking and eating well, behaving as if the outside world can wait. It feels slightly Parisian, in the best way. Refined but lived in. A room designed for appetite and conversation. If cigarettes were still allowed, you could almost imagine someone chain smoking over a third glass of wine while arguing about literature or the affair they're having. But this is still Boulder, where the fantasy stops just short of the inevitable side-eye and civic disapproval. And then there is the gauze-wrapped lemon. The first time I ever saw one of those mesh bundles tied up for squeezing over seafood, I thought it was the height of sophistication and luxury. The gauze has the faint sexiness of pantyhose while also serving a very practical purpose. A factory worker's kid like me being mesmerized by a lemon condom probably tells you something about aspiration in America. I started with the pâté, which was exactly the right kind of decadent. I paid the extra charge to swap the crostini for bread, which was absolutely the correct decision. I ate about a third and boxed the rest before things got irresponsible. The Boulder influence...nah. The accompaniments were classic: grainy mustard, tiny olives, and a small pile of pickled vegetables cutting through all that pâté richness. The bouillabaisse was mostly lovely. The seafood was cooked expertly, which matters in a dish where every type requires slightly different timing. The shrimp were especially sweet. I would have liked more cod, which felt a little stingy, and while the saffron broth was flavorful, it leaned more tomato-forward than I personally prefer. Still, between the mussels, shrimp, cod, rouille-slathered toast, and that absurdly elegant lemon situation, the fisherman's stew delivered exactly the kind of brasserie pleasure I came searching for. Service at the bar was confident and relaxed. Two bartenders understood the balance between attentiveness and hovering. Not doting, which I don't need, but every need was met. Real napkins. A dedicated, and attended, host stand. People who seemed comfortable in the room instead of performing hospitality theater. Not an everyday lunch. You notice the prices. You should. But every once in a while, it's good to sit somewhere that still believes lunch can stretch a little too long, conversation matters, and a gauze-wrapped lemon can still feel faintly glamorous. There may be no cigarette smoke, no Left Bank argument unfolding over wine, no real salon except the one you briefly imagine. But Brasserie Ten Ten still knows how to make lunch feel like an act of civilization: linen, appetite, conversation, and just enough theatre to make the afternoon seem...negotiable. Gertrude Stein probably would've approved.

We had lovely dinner with close friend and family. We enjoyed the food, as usual. I thought there…read morewould be more beef options. The service was good too. We lucked out, we were sat at ample sized table, it was loud, but we were still able to hear everyone at our table. And for dessert we ordered beignets and crème brûlée both were yummy! And, I forgot and didn't take any pictures of food.

Our first time visiting The Buff due to the positive recommendations. That always worries me…read morebecause 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!

Great food and friendly service. Although there is usually a wait, the wait goes quick, so don't…read morelet 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!)

Sorry in advance for the lack of photos. That often happens when I'm starving!…read more We are from out of town and this looked like a fun hole in the wall. It was busy when we walked in and all the tables were full and then we were offered outside seating which we didn't know they offered. They have three tables outside and it was nice in the sun. The menu has a nice selection of typical breakfast options. They also have burgers as I saw one walk by on its way to another table. Service was good even though we were outside. Chicken fried steak - 8/10 - this was one of the better ones that I have had. The hash brown potatoes were crispy and delicious and the sunny side up eggs were cooked perfectly . Oatmeal - 6/10 - hard to have amazing oatmeal, it was fine Pancakes - 7.5/10 - these were light and airy, yummy, and huge (they were the size of the plate) This is a great place to frequent.

Today we became aware of the best breakfast in the town of Boulder! For a short time we found…read moreourselves the newest of the Village Virgins and were celebrated in the typical fashion of the restaurant with a boisterous and fun spirited welcome! What an incredible meal! The service was great. They made sure our drinks were full very regularly (which is sometimes a problem most other places...!) And the family that owns it was very friendly and welcoming. You could tell they put love into their restaurant and food! It's an old school diner, one of my favorite vibes and the portions were HUGE...! My wife and I I split a vegetarian omelet and two pancakes for breakfast. Couldn't come close to finishing...! I will definitely be back the next time I'm in town visiting my cousins!

I've been going here since I attended CU in 1986 and any bad reviews lack the credibility of a…read moreperson who has eaten here at least, and I don't exaggerate 100 times over the past 40 years. This is my favorite restaurant of the thousands I have eaten at in my lifetime. The eggs Pontchartrain and the eggs sardue are traditional and off the charts. Their hollandaise is devine the biscuits could double for pillows abd the stars if the show are actually drinks. The spiced tea is a burst of flavor and like the coffee sold in bulk. The chicory coffee is consistently wonderful and to top all this off the beignets make you wish you eaten your meal backwards.

Came on a Saturday morning expecting a wait, were seated right away for a party of 4. The service…read morewas fast and the food was so unique. It was my first time trying Cajun/Creole food and not to sound dramatic but I feel like I have been opened to a whole new world. My party orders: beignet, Shrimp po'boy, biscuits and gravy w gumbo, gumbo, and eggs Jennifer. All were solid items and we cleared our plates. If you're having trouble choosing I would recommend that gumbo. I'm not sure if it was the rainy day or circumstances but a bite of that gumbo felt like a warm hug. The interior was cute too, like a house. There was an upstairs waiting area with AC which im assuming is used during the summer wait time. I will definitely be back here, typing out this review has me drooling.

Never been disappointed with the food and drinks here. The location is stunning and just brings you…read moreto a higher vibration and happiness upon entering. They are usually pretty busy but on a Wed afternoon, it wasn't busy at all. We got the Swedish Svamptoast and a Cream of Mushroom soup. Best part? The soup had no dairy in it! Huge win for me. I destroyed the Swedish Svamptoast in seconds, as the flavors of earthiness, tangy/citrus and the creaminess from goat cheese couldn't have melted more perfectly together. Always a great experience here.

We had a beautiful dinner with our family--the food was excellent, and our waitress, Havana, was…read moreoutstanding. I live in NYC and dine out frequently, so I fully understand time limits and table management. That's not the issue. What was unacceptable was how it was handled. At the end of our meal, the manager, Patrick, abruptly dropped the bill and told us we had eight minutes to leave. We still had half a bottle of wine and hadn't even been offered a dessert menu. The tone was curt and dismissive, and it completely undercut what had been a great experience. There's a professional way to manage timing--this wasn't it.

This truly is a best kept secret for brunching heaven off the beaten path in Boulder…read more It's a beautiful melting pot of cuisine as well as guests. While it has its own parking lot there is also loads of street parking nearby - making it easy to drop folks off near then swoop a spot for your stay. Seating is offered both inside and out. They are also happy to accommodate folks with mobility concerns and/or crutches. Staff are friendly, attentive and more than likely the hardest working waitstaff in town! If you're craving delicious food they have something for every palate! I'm talking gritz, breakfast burrito, pancakes, braised beef tongue, you name it they've got it!

Delicious food for a great price! Staff were very kind and service was very quick. Breakfast diner…read morewith Mexican flare and decor. Would definitely come back. My boyfriend & I each got the croissant sandwich with parkway potatoes as the side.. great choice.

Went for brunch on the Monday between Christmas and New Year's and it did not disappoint! Crowded…read morebut we were able to get a booth right away. Service was great. When we realized the wrong type of eggs were served they quickly got us the correct ones. Breakfast crepes are delicious and huge. I ended up taking half of mine home. The tacos were tasty and just the right portion. Highly recommend

Popular brunch spot in Boulder! I found out afterward that they have a waitlist through Toast. We…read morewere supposed to meet family here but ended up sleeping in, so we came later and luckily got a table without waiting. The place is small but cozy, and was buzzing with activity. I ordered their famous corned beef hash -- flavor was good, but personally, I prefer my corned beef thinly sliced instead of big chunks. The scrambled eggs were good. Also, their coffee was on the bitter side. The service was pretty disappointing. Our server took our order and then disappeared for the rest of the meal. We had to flag down another staff member just to get the check. He came back at the very end, but by then we were already helped.

We counted on the Post for so many meals during the pandemic and I have done delivery multiple…read moretimes since when my husband was out of town and I am no longer driving, that we felt the need to go in person today. One of our favorite things during the pandemic when restaurants could reopen was picking up their in house chicken pot pie. It's my husband's absolute favorite chicken recipe which I used to make myself. Though I am unable to make it now that l have lost a lot of vision and not a single one we have bought elsewhere was sufficient until we ordered from The Post Boulder. After a short time it became too labor intensive for the Post to make in house back then with limited staff so they contracted with a pie facility in Denver. Compared to their own it was merely adequate so we moved on to there other in house specialties. As we were ordering gold specials for Sunday!s big game, I saw that the daily specials now include Chicken Pot Pies Thursday's so we went to try it. This ficus a personal size freshly made this morning it was nice to have for a meal with a side salad. But though good, it was not as hearty as the one we loved 5 years ago. Staff was friendly and attentive and my husbands favorite beer (El Korn) was on tap and my iced tea was customized perfectly . We even brought most of the salad home as it was a large serving for a lunch. We'll be back on Sunday for our wings and other treats that we need to pick up. And we can come back again for a lunch or dinner as the have more items for people like me who cannot eat fried chucked, with their grilled chicken or salmon.

Walked into The Post in Boulder just craving some good fried chicken. Simple. Honest. Nothing deep…read more And yet... I ended up having a whole emotional experience. Started with the cauliflower bites in sweet chili sauce -- and let's be clear -- these were not polite, side-salad energy cauliflower. These were "touch one and we're no longer friends" cauliflower. Sweet, crispy, addictive. I fell in love against my will. Then the fried half chicken arrived. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside -- like someone's Southern aunt spent years perfecting it. And yes -- there's a gluten-free fried chicken option that somehow tastes just as good. A plot twist I didn't see coming. The collard greens had that smoky-sweet-Sunday vibe, and once the house hot sauce entered the chat? Full gospel choir moment. And William at the bar? Welcoming, honest, and actually tells you what's good -- not "everything is amazing" menu-script energy. The man can be trusted.

Loved this place! The hotel and ambiance are old Colorado cool. The service was excellent although…read morea little slow due to Spruce being absolutely packed on Christmas day. The food was excellent. Flank steak perfectly done and handsomely plated (not sure I've ever used that phrase, but it works here) and the Boulder Scramble was great. There are a ton of great places in Boulder, and this should be high on anyone's list.

This experience nearly broke our family. My husband who spent many years in food service was so…read morecranky from the service, or lack there of, it took my daughter and me several hours afterwards to calm him down. I consider myself a fair reviewer, and will do my best to provide constructive criticism in hopes the management will take some steps to educate their staff. My husband, daughter and I spent the night at the Boulderado on the evening of 4/23. In the morning -4/24 -while they finished packing I went down to the restaurant first to get a table as we only had about 50 minutes to go back to our room to get our belongings and check out. The restaurant was not very busy, and I thought to myself, "Great!" The hostess picked up 3 menus, then paused, sighed, and said she wanted to give the server a bit more time to catch up, and she asked me to sit on a bench, though there were multiple open tables where I would have gladly waited. My husband and daughter joined me shortly thereafter and the hostess finally seated us, saying there was only one server working. She handed us 2 breakfast menus when there were clearly 3 of us, and my husband had to get up and go to the host stand to get another one. Our server came by after some time and took our order. Oddly, we saw a different server with another table so she was not the only server working after all. She brought my husby's coffee, but no spoon. Well, at least there was a knife because several servers passed our table without even a glance. He was never asked if he wanted a refill, even when he asked for a spoon and his cup was nearly empty. She didn't even give him enough time to ask for more. The kicker was the manager, pony tail guy- standing outside the restaurant in front of the coffee bar with our server and two other young ladies, laughing it up while we were sitting there completely surrounded by no coffee. Not one person asked if they could bring us anything else throughout the entirety of our meal. We literally had to wave them down for the spoon, then nothing. Time was running out so I sent my grumpy husband and frustrated daughter back to the room to get our luggage and said I'd wait for the server to pay. I sat there another 5 minutes holding my credit card up, and even caught the eye of pony tail guy across the bar, but eventually had to just go to the bartender to ask for the bill. I likely could have just walked out without paying and no one would have even noticed! I will say the food was fine. Hubby had the Denver omelette, which he said was flavorful, and our daughter and I each had the Avocado toast which was very nice. Loved the seedy bread. However, the service-or lack thereof- left a bad taste in our mouths. We love the Boulderado and will be back, but unless there is some training of their young waitstaff we aren't likely to return to Spruce. Overall, the restaurant staff seemed completely disinterested in the customers and couldn't be bothered to even offer a friendly smile. For a hotel like the Boulderado with the reputation of a historic gem, we expect much more from their restaurant. We have dined there previously, most recently last year when we had a lovely server, a much more mature and professional lady who was lively and joked with us. It was a very busy morning and she made sure we felt taken care of even when things took longer. We left with a smile on our faces. A few final words of wisdom- 1) even if things are busy, stop by a new table to offer a pleasant word and let customers know someone will be with them shortly, even if it's not your table 2) when you bring coffee be sure you provide a spoon, and at least one check in about a refill 3) stop by to ask if your customers need anything else, and get them their check in a timely manner 4) if you are a manager, don't stand around gabbing with your staff in plain sight of your customers, while said customers are being ignored, and 5) a smile goes a long way. The only smile we got was from the bartender who at one point seemed to be the only person running the show.