As one might expect in a college town, most restaurants are hipster-oriented, and so meals include decoration masquerading as food. However, carnivores are accustomed to this and can usually adjust. Some of the best bets in Boulder are shown below.
Upscale
The Boulder Cork
Blackbelly
Boulder ChopHouse & Tavern
Steakhouse No. 316
Sashimi & Seafood
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar
Kasa Japanese Sushi and Bar
Sushi Zanmai
Diners
Foolish Craig’s Cafe (eggs, bacon, burgers)
Walnut Cafe (eggs, bacon, burgers from frozen)
Dot’s Diner (eggs, bacon)
BBQ & Pub Fare
Moe’s Original Bar B Que (has dry rub, but gluten & soy free)
The West End Tavern
Fast(er) Food
Illegal Pete’s Pearl St. Mall
(Pulled pork is purportedly free of other ingredients, chicken and steak are marinated and although gluten free, contain soy and other plant ingredients)