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Trusted Restaurants in Boulder, CO

Trust matters when you're inviting a pro into your home or business. These restaurants in Boulder have earned it through hundreds of verified reviews.

As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Boulder, CO by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Rincon Argentino with a 4.8-star rating from 2,492 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 85/100. Also in the top tier: Postino Boulder and Bohemian Biergarten. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Boulder is 4.5 stars from 1,442 reviews per business on average.

Restaurants in Boulder range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).

Rankings updated June 10, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

Best Overall

The Kitchen American Bistro

Consistently ranked as a top Boulder restaurant for its inventive, locally sourced American fare and vibrant, community-focused atmosphere.

Most Reviewed

bartaco

A high review count signals broad popularity and a reliably enjoyable experience, making it a solid choice for visitors and locals alike.

Reservations are recommended for The Kitchen and Bramble & Hare, especially on weekends; bartaco and Stella's Cucina offer more casual walk-in options but can get busy during peak hours.

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4.8(2,492 reviews)

A Boulder favorite, earning 4.8 stars from over 2,400 glowing reviews.

2525 Arapahoe Ave A-5, Boulder, CO 80302, USA
4.7(1,083 reviews)

A top-rated Boulder restaurant with 4.7 stars from over a thousand Google reviews.

1468 Pearl St suite 110, Boulder, CO 80302, USA
4.6(2,337 reviews)

Consistently rated 4.6 stars from over 2,300 Google reviews in Boulder.

2017 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

Restaurants Rankings in Boulder, CO

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1Rincon Argentino2525 Arapahoe Ave A-5, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.82,492
#2Postino Boulder1468 Pearl St suite 110, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.71,083
#3Bohemian Biergarten2017 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.62,337
#4The Sink1165 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.53,289
#5Blackbelly Market & Restaurant1606 Conestoga St Suite 1, Boulder, CO 80301, USA4.61,860
#6Oak at Fourteenth1400 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.5983
#7Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery1535 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.62,449
#8bartaco1048 Pearl St Suite 101, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.52,151
#9The Kitchen American Bistro1039 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.41,552
#10River and Woods2328 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA4.41,476

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026

All Restaurants in Boulder

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4.5· 3,289 reviews

Rated 4.5 stars across thousands of Google reviews.

1165 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.6· 1,860 reviews

A popular Boulder restaurant with 4.6 stars from nearly 1,900 reviews.

1606 Conestoga St Suite 1, Boulder, CO 80301, USA

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4.5· 983 reviews

Rated 4.5 stars from nearly 1,000 Google reviews in Boulder.

1400 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.6· 2,449 reviews

Boulder restaurant rated 4.6 stars from 2,449 Google reviews.

1535 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

8
4.5· 2,151 reviews

4.5 stars from over 2,100 Google reviews makes this a trusted Boulder dining choice.

1048 Pearl St Suite 101, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

9
4.4· 1,552 reviews

4.4 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews, reflecting consistent local satisfaction.

1039 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.4· 1,476 reviews

4.4 stars from nearly 1,500 reviews, a reliably popular choice in Boulder.

2328 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.6· 1,439 reviews

Consistently rated 4.6 stars from over 1,400 Google reviews.

1138 Flagstaff Rd, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.5· 1,364 reviews

Boasting a 4.5-star rating from over 1,300 reviews, this spot is a local favorite.

1401 Pearl St 1st Floor, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.4· 1,066 reviews

A solid 4.4-star rating from over 1,000 Google reviews speaks to consistent quality.

1109 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.4· 708 reviews

Solid 4.4-star rating from over 700 Google reviews, earning strong local trust.

2027 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.5· 542 reviews

Rated 4.5 stars from over 540 Google reviews, this Boulder restaurant is highly praised.

1964 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.5· 414 reviews

Boulder's highly-rated restaurant earns 4.5 stars from over 400 reviews.

1115 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.4· 343 reviews

A popular Boulder spot with a solid 4.4-star rating from over 340 Google reviews.

1123 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.5· 1,482 reviews

Rated 4.5 stars from over 1,400 Google reviews, this Boulder restaurant is a local favorite.

1011 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.8· 379 reviews

Boulder diners rate this restaurant 4.8 stars from nearly 400 Google reviews.

909 Walnut St Suite 100, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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4.2· 1,438 reviews

Earning a solid 4.2-star rating from over 1,400 Google reviews in Boulder.

1047 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA

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Restaurants in Boulder, CO — Compared

#BusinessRNM ScoreRatingReviews
1Rincon Argentino85/1004.8 ★2,492
2Postino Boulder83/1004.7 ★1,083
3Bohemian Biergarten82/1004.6 ★2,337
4The Sink80/1004.5 ★3,289
5Blackbelly Market & Restaurant82/1004.6 ★1,860
6Oak at Fourteenth80/1004.5 ★983
7Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery82/1004.6 ★2,449
8bartaco80/1004.5 ★2,151
9The Kitchen American Bistro78/1004.4 ★1,552
10River and Woods78/1004.4 ★1,476

Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026

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This page lists and ranks 20 restaurants serving Boulder, CO as of June 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 4.5 stars, with an average of 1,442 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked restaurants in Boulder by our algorithm is Rincon Argentino (4.8 stars, 2,492 reviews). Restaurants in Boulder range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

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