Boulder’s 14 Best Lunch Spots (Trending Now)
Lunch in Boulder hits different. With the Flatirons above, sunshine almost every day, and the constant flow of students, athletes, founders, and longtime locals, the midday energy here is unlike anywhere else. And right now, Boulder’s lunch scene is booming. From fast casual favorites to global comfort foods to classic local hangouts, these 14 spots are shaping Boulder’s lunchtime identity in 2025.
1. Illegal Pete’s (The Hill & Pearl Street)
Illegal Pete’s keeps the line moving and the bowls stacked. Loaded burritos, big bold flavors, and a fast-moving lunch rush make it one of Boulder’s most reliable midday stops. It’s lively, it’s fast, and it’s Boulder to the core.
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