Breakfast Restaurants in Boulder, Colorado

Breakfast Restaurants in Boulder, Colorado

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Boulder, Colorado, is known for its outdoor activities. Visitors can bike or jog on the seven-and-a-half-mile Boulder Creek Path, which winds its way into the mountains. Or, they can hike or climb Flagstaff Mountain, a wonderful retreat that offers sweeping views of the city. Boulder is also close to many of Colorado's ski areas, which include Eldora Mountain Resort, Winter Park and Vail. No matter what activity the active traveler decides to take, it is best to start the day with a hearty and wholesome breakfast. Luckily, there are many delicious choices to choose from in Boulder.

Dot's Diner

Every great city needs a great diner. Boulder has Dot's Diner, a dig with a casual 1950's vibe. The décor is laden with chrome and vinyl. No-nonsense people with a friendly personalities make up the staff. Portions are large, and favorites include the egg combos, french toast and buttermilk biscuits with red-eye gravy. Reservations are not accepted, and take-out is available.

Dot's Diner
2716 28th St.
Boulder, CO 80301
303-449-1323

The Buff

Christopher Meyer and Jacquelyn Sproul have owned this laid-back restaurant with a warm and homey feel since 1995, when it was originally the Golden Buff Grill. The extensive breakfast menu includes a number of items from the griddle that include banana bread french toast, lemon pecan griddle cakes and saddlebags, which are pancakes filled with bacon, sausage or ham. There are also numerous egg dishes to choose from, varying from alternative types of eggs Benedict, skillet eggs and omelets. Shirts, boxer shorts and coffee mugs are also available for those guests looking for a keepsake item.

The Buff
1725 28th St.
Boulder, CO 80301
303-442-9150
buffrestaurant.com

Foolish Craig's Cafe

Known for its delicious crepes, Foolish Craig's Café is a fun and easy-going restaurant that also serves a large variety of enormous omelets and other egg dishes. They also bake their own bread on the premises. Locals and visitors alike claim Foolish Craig's Café serves some of the best bloody Marys in Boulder. Breakfast items are available until 5 p.m. daily.

Foolish Craig's Café
1611 Pearl St.
Boulder, CO 80302
303-247-9383
foolishcraigs.com/page/nvot/Home_Page.html

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