Boulder Things to Do

The menu changes at Mateo regularly, taking advantage of fresh seasonal ingredients, so the focus is mainly on the food, while the decor takes a back seat. The atmosphere, however, is casual and lively, so you can enjoy the arr... more

Step into this bistro and bar that is disguised as a pub and one suddenly gets a strong urge to sport a derby and predict how the Leeds rugby team will fare against York this year. Wooden tables and brick walls make for a perfe... more

This amusement park is no Disneyland, nor does it pretend to be. It is akin to a small county fair minus the tractor pull and Aunt Helen's quilt display. Miniature golf, Go-Kart rides, human mazes and a full arcade make it a gr... more

In Boulder it is always a good time for ice cream. That is why this small hole-in-the-wall scoop shop keeps the doors open well into the night. The cones are cheap and the ice cream, which comes in an array of creative flavors,... more

You will feel part of some backwoods bayou picnic with the "Deliverance boys" minding the barbecue pit at this eclectic Cajun gem. The menu seeks to find new ways to set the mouth on fire. From catfish and crawfish, to down hom... more

Offering an incredible selection of pizzas made from scratch, including the ever-popular Chicago Seven deep dish, this restaurant combines friendly service with a comfortable neighborhood atmosphere. The menu features an array... more

A lively sushi bar and Japanese restaurant next to the Hotel Boulderado, Sushi Zanmai is one of Boulder's most popular dining destinations. The wild and largely incomprehensible commentary shouted by the sushi chefs as they pre... more

From flaky baguette sandwiches to creamy chocolate éclairs, this traditional French bakery is as close to Paris as Colorado comes. Breakfast includes fluffy omelets, gourmet coffee and decadent pastries, while lunch and dinner... more

This lively restaurant has all of the charm of a tiny European coastal café. Sunny paintings and brilliant colors bedeck the walls. Lush foliage grows everywhere, and an imported Italian wood burning stove glows in the backgrou... more

Sometimes establishments that bill themselves as sports bars are nothing more than glorified locker rooms for the local softball teams. The Lazy Dog, however, does not fall into this category. Jerseys and sports memorabilia are... more