Highest-rated Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in Boulder, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Boulder, according to Yelp

Theres something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.

Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?

Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.

Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.

While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to "normal," many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Boulder using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

#30. Mt Everest Cuisine

- Rating: 4.5/5 (104 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4800 Baseline Rd Ste A 107 Boulder, CO 80303
- Categories: Indian, Himalayan/Nepalese
- Read more on Yelp

#29. Barchetta

- Rating: 4.5/5 (88 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1644 Walnut St Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Pizza, Bars
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#28. Birdcall

- Rating: 4.5/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 2905 Pearl St Boulder, CO 80301
- Categories: Chicken Shop, Sandwiches, Salad
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#27. Rincon Argentino

- Rating: 4.5/5 (764 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2525 Arapahoe Ave Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Argentine, Empanadas, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

#26. Grey Duck Eats

- Rating: 4.5/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: Boulder, CO 80304
- Categories: Food Trucks, Sandwiches, Scandinavian
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#25. Wild Pastures Burger

- Rating: 4.5/5 (108 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2805 Pearl St Ste 5B Boulder, CO 80301
- Categories: Burgers
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#24. Thrive

- Rating: 4.5/5 (225 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1509 Arapahoe Ave Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Juice Bars & Smoothies
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#23. Formosa

- Rating: 4.5/5 (101 reviews)
- Address: 4920 Pearl St Unit C Boulder, CO 80301
- Categories: Taiwanese, Dim Sum, Desserts
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#22. Cilantro

- Rating: 4.5/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2850 Iris Ave H Boulder, CO 80301
- Categories: Mexican
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#21. Bento-ria

- Rating: 4.5/5 (152 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1310 College Ave Ste 240 Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Sushi Bars, Poke
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#20. Roxie's Tacos

- Rating: 4.5/5 (249 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1325 Broadway Ste 201 Boulder, CO 80203
- Categories: Indian, Tacos, Bars
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#19. Little Tibet

- Rating: 4.5/5 (112 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4479 Bdwy Boulder, CO 80304
- Categories: Indian
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#18. Holy Crepe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 1650 Broadway Ste A Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Creperies
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#17. Tacos Del Norte

- Rating: 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican, Caterers
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#16. Sherpa Kitchen

- Rating: 4.5/5 (76 reviews)
- Address: 5290 Arapahoe Ave Ste B Boulder, CO 80303
- Categories: Indian, Himalayan/Nepalese
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#15. savannah bee company

- Rating: 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
- Address: 1222 Pearl St Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Cosmetics & Beauty Supply, Live/Raw Food
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#14. Seeds Library Cafe

- Rating: 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1001 Arapahoe Ave Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Cafes, Coffee & Tea
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#13. Ruthies Boardwalk Social

- Rating: 5.0/5 (58 reviews)
- Address: 1397 Pearl St Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
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#12. Freddie's Hot Dogs

- Rating: 5.0/5 (32 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1100 Pearl St Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Hot Dogs, Food Stands
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#11. Tierra y Fuego Taqueria

- Rating: 5.0/5 (47 reviews)
- Address: 4550 Bdwy Unit C-3A Boulder, CO 80304
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican
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#10. Silk Road Grill and Market

- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 2607 Pearl St Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Afghan, Mediterranean, Kebab
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#9. Le Frigo

- Rating: 5.0/5 (65 reviews)
- Address: 5360 Arapahoe Ave Boulder, CO 80303
- Categories: Delis, Cheese Shops, Sandwiches
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#8. Postino Boulder

- Rating: 5.0/5 (40 reviews)
- Address: 1468 Pearl St Ste 110 Boulder, CO 80302
- Categories: Wine Bars, Italian, Breakfast & Brunch
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