
Skip the hassle this holiday season by reserving a table at a Boulder restaurant. Our city’s fine dining locales are the perfect place to gather with loved ones for a special holiday meal. Dine in or take out from any of these beloved Boulder restaurants open over the Christmas holiday.
Corrida
Open: Christmas Eve
Take in the sweeping views of Boulder’s stunning Flatirons from this special restaurant. Drawing inspiration from Northern Spain’s Basque Country, Corrida serves up delectable steaks, robust wines, and mouth-watering sides like its famous jamon fat fries or patatas bravas. Reserve a table today before this award-winning restaurant fills up.
Frasca Food & Wine
Open: Christmas Eve
In celebration of Frasca’s Northern Italian roots, this Christmas Eve it will host its “Feast of the Seven Fishes”. Join the talented group behind this James Beard Award-winning restaurant for a memorable Christmas Eve meal.
Greenbriar Inn
Open: Christmas Eve
The Greenbriar Inn’s cozy cottage atmosphere and ample dinner buffet make it an easy choice for Christmas Eve dinner. Gather family and friends at this historic Boulder Inn for a tasty meal in a laid-back atmosphere.
JAX Fishhouse & Oyster Bar
Open: Christmas Eve
This Pearl Street restaurant will offer its regular menu and a special “Feast of Seven Fishes” menu. Sip crisp white wines and dine on something a little different this year at this popular fish house and oyster bar.
Mateo
Open: Christmas Eve
Mateo’s menu may be small but it is mighty. With select expertly curated dishes, each guest can rest assured they will be tasting something incredibly flavorful while enjoying the cozy and intimate atmosphere of this Boulder restaurant.
OAK at Fourteenth
Open: Christmas Eve
OAK’s special Christmas Eve, prix fixe menu makes it easy to dine on some of the best food Boulder has to offer. This sophisticated restaurant consistently draws a crowd and its menu always features fresh, local-when-possible items made in an innovative yet scrumptious way.
The Kitchen
Open: Christmas Eve
Step into The Kitchen on any night of the week and you’ll feel as if you’ve just entered Boulder’s living room. Locals have long called this their favorite dinner spot and it’s no different on Christmas Eve. The Kitchen always serves up high-quality fare in its relaxed atmosphere.
Frank’s Chophouse
Open: Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
If you’re craving a special dining experience for your Christmas Eve or Christmas Day celebration, book a table at Frank’s Chophouse. This steak-focused restaurant serves up some of the finest cuts cooked to perfection. Pair your filet with a bold cab for a delectable holiday dinner.
Jill’s at the St Julien
Open: Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
Reserve a table for your holiday gathering at Jill’s. This restaurant’s refined menu and beautiful atmosphere offer guests the chance to dress up for a holiday outing. Its diverse array of menu items capture cuisine from all over the world, letting even the pickiest of eaters enjoy something delightful.
Spruce Farm & Fish
Open: Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
Located in the historic Hotel Boulderado, Spruce Farm & Fish features a menu consisting of ocean and farm fare. The restaurant sources many ingredients locally to create scrumptious dishes like pan seared duck breast with a cherry brandy duck ju.
Hotel Boulderado’s Christmas Buffet
Open: Christmas Day
Turn back the hands of time and experience Boulder through the lens of its historic Hotel Boulderado. Dine on a holiday buffet in the lobby of this grand hotel while taking in twinkling lights from its giant Christmas tree. Snap some epic holiday photos while you’re at it.
Take the opportunity to focus on what really matters this holiday season – intentional time with the people you hold dear. Skip the stress of shopping, cooking, and cleaning up to have more time with your family and friends. These Boulder restaurants allow you to do just that while still enjoying a delightful dinner.