8 Best Cafes You Must Try In Boulder, Colorado

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Featuring over 200 mi (321.9 km) of biking and hiking paths and more than 31,000 acres (12,545.3 ha) of parkland, Boulder is a college town and a nature enthusiast’s paradise. Catch rewarding views of nature as you hike the Chautauqua Park, Eldorado Canyon Park, and more. Check out incredible relics at Leanin’ Tree Museum of Western Art or even enjoy window shopping along Pearl Street Mall. There are lots of things to keep you occupied throughout your stay. If you love coffee, tea, or are a fan of light foods and snacks, there are many spots you can explore. As a student’s base, the city has a selection of coffee shops lined up in its streets. Here are some of the best cafes you must try in Boulder, Colorado.

1. Alpine Modern Café

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Posted by Alpine Modern Cafe on Tuesday, 14 March 2017

With its calm atmosphere, great coffee, mouthwatering delicacies, and an aesthetic mountain vibe, there is much to love about Alpine Modern Café. It comes with outdoor seating that complements the cozy indoor dining area. Since it is a famous cafe, it tends to get crowded at times. If the indoor dining area is full and the weather is harsh, you can request for a blanket and sit at the pet-friendly patio. Don’t miss a taste of their avocado toast with egg toppings, as well as the extensive list of pastries on their menu. You can also make use of their free WiFi.

Alpine Modern Café

Address: 904 College Ave, Boulder, CO 80302, United States

Website: Alpine Modern Café

Opening hours: 7am - 4pm (daily)

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2. The Point Cafe


This café is the right choice because of its vibrant ambiance, friendly service, and a great selection of brews and light food. The Point Café may be a hole in the wall with a few seats, but it offers a tremendous dining experience. It comes complete with a relaxing playlist, as well as an outdoor seating area and a bar. Here you can try their grilled cheese, sandwich, bagel, burrito, iced coffee, and much more. It has a pleasant atmosphere, perfect for spending alone time, or with friends. You can even surf the internet on the go with their free WiFi.

The Point Cafe

Address: 1101 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, United States

Website: The Point Cafe

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 7am - 4pm (closed on Sun)

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3. Seeds Library Cafe

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Posted by Seeds Library Cafe on Friday, 19 May 2017

The Seeds Library Cafe is a unique cafe that stems from the collaboration between Boulder County Farmers Markets and Boulder Public Library. It is situated within the library. More than 75 percent of the ingredients are sourced locally, making their offerings relatively affordable as you enjoy a farm-to-table experience. Although the librarians don’t mind, you might not feel very comfortable hanging out with friends. But if you have some work to do, you will love the calm ambiance and the blazing fast WiFi. Enjoy their locally roasted and seasonal coffee, pastries, soups, colorful salads, and sandwiches. Their customer service is also excellent.

Seeds Library Cafe

Address: 1001 Arapahoe Ave #6015, Boulder, CO 80302, United States

Website: Seeds Library Cafe

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 9am - 5pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 5pm; Sun: 12pm - 5pm

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4. Etai's Bakery Cafe

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Posted by Etai's Bakery Cafe & Catering on Monday, 26 August 2019

Etai’s Bakery Cafe is a thriving institution that features four full-service restaurants, six bakery-cafes, a catering company, and an American-style bakery. The cafe is one of the best in the area, offering a cozy indoor dining space, outdoor dining, fast and amicable service, a juice bar, and a wide assortment of food and beverages. You can expect a one-customer service at this spot, as even the offerings can be made based on your preference or dietary restrictions. Savor its mouthwatering traditional sandwiches, food salads, espresso, cappuccinos, lattes, and coffee all day. Etai’s Bakery Café has managed to maintain its excellent reputation since it opened in 1994. You will love everything about it.

Etai's Bakery Cafe

Address: 3415 Colorado Ave, Boulder, CO 80303, United States

Website: Etai’s Bakery Cafe

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7:30am - 3pm (closed on Sat & Sun)

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5. Caffè Sole

Posted by Caffè Sole on Sunday, 13 January 2019

Do you love dining with live jazz music playing in the background? If yes, make your way to Caffè Sole– a small, cozy bistro situated inside Boulder’s Table Shopping Center. They serve an extensive menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have over 100 different wines, including a few vintage collections. Also, you’ll go wild with their tasty array of desserts and pastries. If you visit from Tuesday to Saturday, you’ll get treated to live jazz performances from local artists, as well as Brazilian, Blues, and Arabian jams. Evenings at this spot are made more entertaining with rotating tap of homemade beers, live music, and fun. They also offer free WiFi.

Caffè Sole

Address: 637R South Broadway Street, Boulder, CO 80305, United States

Website: Caffè Sole

Opening hours: 6am - 5pm (daily)

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6. Shamane's Bake Shoppe

Mexican Hot Chocolate, the perfect accompaniment to a snowy day.

Posted by Shamane's Bake Shoppe on Monday, 12 November 2018

Get the best service, good food, and more from this charming dining spot, owned and managed by local pastry chef Shamane Simons. Many of the offerings of Shamane’s Bake Shoppe are made from locally sourced ingredients by a team of trained and experienced staff. Although they have a small dining area, their premium brews, pastries, cakes, and desserts are something that you will crave for a long time. Don’t miss out on the taste of their Monte Cristo sandwich. They also offer free complimentary parking for your convenience.

Shamane's Bake Shoppe

Address: 2825 Wilderness Pl #800, Boulder, CO 80301, United States

Website: Shamane’s Bake Shoppe

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7:30am – 2:30pm; Sat: 10am - 2:30pm (closed on Sun)

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7. South Side Walnut Cafe

Work has never been more delectable. Piping hot cup of Ozo coffee and a perfect slice of Herb de Provence cake with cream cheese frosting from our neighbors Kim & Jakes Cakes.

Posted by South Side Walnut Cafe on Monday, 9 September 2019

Enjoy an outstanding selection of local and intercontinental breakfast options, as well as a lunch menu from this family-friendly café situated in a strip mall. The kids will love the casual ambiance of South Side Walnut Cafe, which features a few toys, crayons, as well as high chairs and a tasty children’s menu. You also will enjoy the homey feeling of the cafe and its wide assortment of breakfast fare, such as the coffee, gluten-free waffles, French toast, pancakes, and even fruits. A must-try is their Belgian waffle, which is soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. You should also try their other exceptional Mexican choices.

South Side Walnut Cafe

Address: 673 S Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305, United States

Website: South Side Walnut Cafe

Opening hours: 7am - 3pm (daily)

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8. Amante Coffee (Uptown Broadway)

Morning coffee

Posted by Amante Coffee (Uptown) on Wednesday, 25 July 2018

When it comes to Italian espresso, Amante Coffee is the go-to location. It also offers some of the best coffee and tea brews, as well as light, tasty meals. They have a casual ambiance, with music on the background and a TV, showing bicycling, tennis, and soccer actions. The place is spotless and the customer service is top-notch. Their menu features sandwiches, pastries, Italian wine, beer, and sodas to compliment your dining experience. There is free WiFi on site and also a free and paid parking spots. It’s an ideal spot to hang out with friends and refuel your energy with their fantastic offerings.

Amante Coffee (Uptown Broadway)

Address: 4580 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304, United States

Website: Amante Coffee

Opening hours: 5:45am - 7pm (daily)

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Complement your stay with these incredible cafes in Boulder

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When in this charming city, there is more to getting coffee than the usual Starbucks. Coffee houses are student’s second home and there are many fantastic spots to get premium brews of coffee, extra services, and tasty light foods here in Boulder. These cafes you must try in Boulder, Colorado have so much to offer so make a stop at any one.

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