Excellent organic farm to table food. The beet salad was fresh and the duck was amazing. We also tried the charcuterie plate which had about 10 different things to sample. While we shared this, I could have easily eaten one all to myself. I can't wait to try the Black Cat again next time in Boulder. read more

We walked into this restaurant knowing it was a bit more on the expensive side. We were promptly greeted and asked if we had a reservation, we did not. They took a solid 10-15 to set up a table for us which was fine. The hostess 100% gave the vibe that we didn't have enough money to eat there. I'm not sure if it was because we were dressed casual or did not have a reservation?? (Btw-this is a farm to table restaurant) We had parsnips for an appetizer. The sauce was really good but overall the dish was mediocre. With that being said, the appetizer and dessert were better than our entrees. I had the bass and my s.o. had the ratatouille. The fish was cooked well and the sauce was good. The collard greens were seasoned with something strange and were still pretty bitter. The ratatouille was good although the flavors were extremely overwhelming. We were so disappointed with the food, we decided not to order dessert. After we asked for the check they gave us some complimentary sweets. We received a peach and raspberry gummy which was not very good. A small corner of a lemon bar and a chocolate macaroon (my fave). I think everything we ordered would have been much better if the seasoning/flavors were somewhat simplified. All of the dishes we ordered were ok but very "busy". We love fine dining but this restaurant was by far one of the worst we've eaten at for the price range. read more

Another amazing dinner at the Black Cat Bistro. Eric Skokun and his team do a spectacular job. We celebrated my 60th birthday and it was just about perfect. Chilled carrot and lemongrass soup was velvety rich and delicious. A perfect summer salad for my wife with strawberries and walnuts. We both had the duo of Colorado beef. The meet was exceptional. The seven, yes seven accompanying vegetables were all prepared with great care. Along with a perfect pairing of wine this was a memorable dinner once again. read more

Food is great. Ambience nice. Service can be a bit too much, probably because I like to be left alone while I eat. read more

Black Cat Farmstead - New American Near Me - Longmont, Colorado

We had Thanksgiving dinner here yesterday, and it was a terrific experience. The prix fix menu had good choices, and both the turkey and the ham were really wonderful. The sides were great, especially enjoyed the oyster dressing and the parsnips and carrot. What stole the show was two things, the turnip soup and the carrot cake. The turnip soup was velvety, slightly sweet, deeply comforting. The carrot cake was dense, moist, with a cream cheese frosting. The frosting was sublime. The one downer: we were sitting in a hallway, next to the busing station, and every server came around the corner, saying, "CORNER!" so they wouldn't have a mid-stride collision. A better table would have made this a 5 star experience. read more

My wife and I had dinner at the Black Cat last night. Initially, the experience started off to a bit of a rocky start as our 8:15 table was delayed by 30 minutes, and we didn't like the vibe in the alternate"private dining room (which seemed like you were sitting in a large storage area)" in order to be seated immediately. Once the meal began, however, it was a great experience. We both did the tasting menu, with the regular wine pairing, and it was a a fun tour of different tastes and meals. If you like going to Cheesecake factory where you walk out the door with a doggy bag to last you a week, then Black Cat is probably not for you - but for a weekend dining experience where you have plenty of time available and are with someone you want to spend a long evening with - this is a great place to go in Boulder. Service was excellent, and a greeting from the owner and Chef is always a nice touch. Expect to spend about $200 for two. read more

Had a great experience bringing my parents here. Service was excellent, atmosphere was nice as well. Food and menu were very well prepared and enjoyable as well. I would certainly return. read more

My partner and I visited Boulder last weekend and decided this restaurant deserved our attention. Great little place, food was delicious and the produce was very obviously fresh. So great. Just a shame the staff seemed collectively unable to remember which of us ordered the tasting menu and which didn't!!! read more

Impeccable in every respect, except for the long table of bros celebrating some financial or real estate deal or some such thing. We indulged in a tasting menu with wine pairing, and every element of the meal was spot-on. Excellence doesn't come cheap, but for a special night out, it was worth it. read more

Chefs tasting menu was fantastic, including the premium wine tasting which was well worth it. Looking forward to a return trip.

The great thing about Black Cat is that it's quite unique. They offer many dishes that you simply don't find at many other restaurants. The service is great and many times, they even provide a nice little appetizer on the house before serving the meal. To me this is not an absolute selling point, but farm to table is also another great aspect of Black Cat. read more

Black Cat Farmstead - Serpent - New American Near Me - Longmont, Colorado

Friends in Boulder brought us to Black Cat for our one adult night out (sans progeny) and we could not be happier. BCB takes farm to table to the next level and nothing disappointed. Service was fantastic. read more

Very, very good. As far as Yelp goes, a 5 star experience. As far as fine dining, there are better in Boulder and in Denver but not at this price but not by much. One of the most memorable meals I've ever had. If you have the opportunity, don't miss it. It's an exceptional place. read more

My wife and I have eaten at Black Cat several times for special occasions and it has always been a wonderful experience. The food is always unique and different, the wine flights are paired exceptionally well, the staff is friendly and helpful and the location right off the Pearl Street Mall is great. We really need to try the sister restaurant a couple doors down named Bramble and Hare. read more

Some of the most tasty food I have ever had. Most of the food comes from their farm which is located in boulder. Absolutely delicious, and great customer service. Our waitress perfectly described every type of food, and was very accommodating to dietary restrictions (vegetarian). The sommelier was very knowledgeable and pairs the wines perfectly. The head chef (and I think owner) came to our table and had a nice chat. They also threw in an extra course because it was my birthday. All around it is more than just a great dining place, it is an amazing experience. read more

I LOVE this place for it's cozy plush atmosphere, the impeccable service, stellar sustainability practices, awesome food, and lovely wine list. Have the chef's choice! They do a great job with the coursing and pairings. It's a little spendy, but not too bad and a great value relative to some of the other fine dining options in the area. I love that this place is sustainable chic, but not a big, open loud too-modern space. L.O.V.E. it. read more

Great food: I had the beef ragu which was made with heart and tongue, my partner had the rabbit, both were wonderful. Appetizers and drinks were original and delicious.The wine menu was rather impressive as well. Excellent service: our server Ben was perfectly attentive without being obtrusive. I thought the atmosphere was impressive, and I will definitely be returning. read more

One of the beat dinners I've ever had was here! Between our server and sommelier, we were guided through the food and wine pairings with passion and expertise. Absolutely perfect from the creamy soup and sparkling rose to the dessert and port. What a delightful way to celebrate my sisters 60th birthday! read more

TL;DR - A flawless evening of self-indulgent decadence. I made last minute reservations here for a business meal with guests from out of the country. I was looking for a fine dining experiencing which would showcase quality Colorado cuisine and Black Cat's delectable offerings exceeded all expectations. Black Cat boasts a 130 acre farm owned and operated by Black Cat founder and Chef, Eric Skokan, and his wife, Jill, which supplies the farm to table bistro. Reservations were made for six people using OpenTable, but after calling the restaurant was able to arrange being seated nearly an hour early. We sat in a softly lit back room which only had one other table, lending a sense of exclusivity and reducing the din of fellow diners to a comfortable conversation friendly murmur. While it was anything but a cheap night, the cocktails were absolutely top notch and understandably priced for such quality libations. If you are looking to slug down drink after drink on a budget there are plenty of great watering holes along Pearl Street to choose from, but if you are someone who enjoys a well-crafted cocktail while dining then you can't go wrong here. Each of the specialty drinks I enjoyed were both delicious and complimentary to the myriad flavors in my meal. And although I cannot personally attest to the wine, as I did not have any this evening, Black Cat does offer a wine pairing with their meals from a sufficiently extensive wine list. The food was, in a word, exquisite. Myself and several others in my party ordered their Chef's tasting - a seven course mystery meal with the promise that you will be pleasantly surprised with every plate. Indeed, every offering was exactly that and was presented in detail by either the chef himself or our impeccably courteous and professional server. The business meal went off without a hitch and ended up being a wonderful end to the evening with our foreign guests. If you are not a picky eater and fancy yourself something of a foodie then this might just be one of the best meals you'll have in Boulder - or anywhere else. I can happily attest that for me it was one of the most delicious meals I've enjoyed in Colorado. I eagerly anticipate the next worthy occasion which finds me seated once more at a table at Black Cat. read more

Best dinner I've had maybe ever. Service was on point. Drinks were on fire. In love and will find a way to make it back even though I live so far. read more

I dine out a lot. Black Cat is tops. If there's better haute cuisine (farm to table style) in Colorado I don't know it. First course: potato and fish with egg salad and salsa verde. Each bite was something unique with the combinations. It was excellent and the wine pairing was perfect as all were for all courses. Second course was compliments of the chef: lamb heart with root vegetables. This was the only fail of the night. The sound of eating a heart is unappetizing enough and this, while edible, was dry without much flavor and no sauce was given to aid it. Third course: agnolotti stuffed with lamb and pork. On the high end of al dente but they were excellent. Fourth course was Foie gras. Out of this world good. Simply perfect. Fifth course was pork tenderloin under parsnip mash. Perfect temperature. The combinations of the root vegetables again was a delight. I also tried the bison. Crispy like confit on the outside and sublime on the inside. I wish I could do a better job describing all of what we had because I haven't done it justice here. One word: GO! read more

Wife and I were out at Estes Park for a wedding before returning to Boulder. I wanted to take her to a nice dinner. When I was reviewing menus of the Black Cat and I saw the Chef's Tasting Menu I knew she would be all in. We did this with the Premium Wine pairing. My job affords me to travel around the country and I get to eat in some of the finest restaurants. This dinner topped them all. Pricey, yes, worth it, totally. You cannot get another experience like this anywhere. I can be somewhat of a finicky eater, but everything was just completely delicious. Chef Eric made a point to spend some time with us explaining his formula and motivations. This was just an amazing experience from start to finish. We are already talking about flying back from Baltimore with another couple just for dinner. read more

We were treated like minorities in the deep South. I have eaten in hundreds of fine restaurants over the years, and never experienced such snotty attitude and complete unwillingness to accommodate simple requests. The snotty hipster manager with the blonde mohawk didn't bother to speak with us directly, never mind apologize, nor try to salvage the situation in any way. We arrived promptly for our 5:30 reservation at Black Cat Friday night. I expected to spend a few hundred dollars. We are well dressed, punctual, polite, and mature. Despite the EMPTY dining room, we were escorted to the absolute worst table, literally touching the host stand, and right next to the door. It was like being seated with the host as a standing third wheel, lording over your table! We asked to be moved three feet to the table next to it. NO! How about the little two top next to the bar? NO! We were told that, "Reservations can not be moved." I politely explained that I don't want to change my reservation, I just don't want to dine literally touching the host's stand! I was seated physically closer to the host than I was to my wife! I think even the table right next to the toilets would have been an improvement. If Black Cat was the only decent restaurant in town, such lousy treatment might be understandable. The fact is, there are several restaurants in the Pearl St. area that are at least as good, that DO understand they are in the service industry. They made it abundantly clear, we are less important than whomever was not there yet. We left. We were graciously received at Spruce in the Hotel Boulderado, and seated immediately despite no reservation at a nice table by the window. We would have been satisfied even if we had to sit at the bar. Service there is excellent and friendly. Food is excellent, (their oysters are a must do!) and cost was about half what I expected to pay at Black Cat. On the way back to the car we passed BC again. The lousy table touching the hosts stand was occupied, but the one next to it that we would have been happy with still sat empty 2 hours later. Great customer service! read more

This was one of the worst experiences we have ever had at a well known Boulder restaurant. Service was slow and we sat in a very poor location that was busy with servers and a draft from the door. Our food was minimal, we were skipped one course on our five course meal and the server neglected to offer the wine pairing. At the end of the experience we felt that not only did our sever neglect us but the owner as well. read more

Omg Chef's Tasting Menu!!! All the way, that's all I've ever gotten and I am always astonished with each course, savoring every bite until my stomach is about to explode then dessert comes and you must eat it!!!!!!!!!! Wine pairing in two different scales and the cocktail list is unq read more

Last night was easily one of the best dining experiences I have ever had. We did the 7 course blind tasting menu and the premium wine pairings. Food and wine were off the charts delicious and the team service was on point but not stuffy. The pasta with lamb was one of the best bites ever, and pairing it with Barbaresco didn't hurt! My wife and I were literally giddy with anticipation for each course and the wine to compliment it. We had 7 different people who touched our table to ensure the best service and everyone on the young staff were friendly, enthusiastic and very professional. David, the new wine director, was absolutely fantastic. His wine choices were flawless and his personal stories about each wine were informative and fun. Every course was absolutely delicious, the wine was wonderful and the service, great. All provided us with a magical dining experience! read more

Black Cat is an upscale bistro in downtown Boulder with its own farm from which it sources its vegetables. Although it is not an exclusively vegetarian/vegan restaurant, it had been highly recommended to me by chefs at the cooking school I attended, The School of Natural Cookery, in Boulder. My friend, Corey, and I dined there last year and it was so enjoyable that I immediately made reservations to go again once I booked this trip. Reservations are encouraged and often necessary. We were actually seated at the exact same table at which we were seated last year - a quaint bench in the window facing the bar. Our waiter, Ben, was quick to approach us to explain the menu and the drinks. They have this amazing cocktail list featuring speakeasy-type drinks as well as an extensive wine list. Corey ordered one of the cocktails and I just decided to go with the wine pairing as we already knew we were ordering the 5-course vegan tasting menu...and I wasn't driving. The waiter informed us that it is actually 7 courses if you count the intermezzo. Wow. The waiter continued to explain that 70-80% of the food is sourced from their farm and the rest is purchased locally. He also let us know that the chef would be choosing the entrees and that even he did not know what the chef would choose to serve us until it was served. I love the element of surprise so I was super excited. We were first served a couple pieces of bread and olive oil. Normally, I wouldn't even mention bread, but this bread is truly amazing. In fact, I'd say it is probably the best bread I've ever had. It is moist, soft, slightly salty...and just amazing. Corey agreed and has even considered asking if he could buy some on a regular basis! The first course was marinated summer vegetables with spiced walnuts. It was a delicious mix of fresh green beans, root vegetables, broccoli and carrots. The walnuts were exactly what it needed to give it a different kick. The first wine was a sparkling wine from Austria by V. Szigeti, which was a great pairing. The second course was a curried coconut soup with a squash blossom from the farm. This soup had a fantastic flavor to it and it was appropriately paired with a minerally white whine from the Franken region of Germany by Hans Wirsching (2009). The third course was this amazingly fresh Dolmades stuffed with spiced Farro and sprinkled with fine lemon zest. It was laying over an amazing green tomato basil sauce. The basil sauce paired with the citrus gave it a unique and unexpected flavor. The wine pairing with this dish was a sparkling Pinot Noir from France by V. Albrecht. The fourth course was a lentil fritter surrounded by curried carrots and squash and topped with a pistachio korma. This Indian-inspired dish was absolutely spectacular. I would have been satisfied to have had an entrée of just this dish for dinner. It was paired with an amazing Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan blend from Cotes du Rhone by Domaine des Escaravailles (2009). This was one of my favorite wines of the night. I took a few bites before I photographed the lentil fritter. :( The fifth course was a squash risotto with a creamy coconut base topped with a squash blossom. Again, this dish was delicious. I don't think I've ever had a risotto with coconut milk, but it works quite well with the Arborio rice. This dish was paired with a 100% Gamay from the Beaujolais region of France by Christian Vergier (2009). Very nice. The sixth "course" was the intermezzo of a sorbet, which was fine, but nothing really special. At this point they brought out not one, but two, dessert wines - one white and one red. They were both spectacular. The red was a Grenache from Banyuls, France by Les Clos de Paulilles (2008) while the white was a Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc from Sainte-Croix-Du-Mont in Bordeaux, France by Chateau La Rame (2005). The seventh and final course was a variety of strawberries, champagne-dried apricots, dried apples, and pistachios paired with a dark chocolate sauce. This was a nice light ending to a magnificent meal. I think the chefs at this restaurant are amazing. I know that there are many of them under the direction of Eric Skokan and they are all amazing. This has to have been one of the best dining experiences of my life. The dishes were unique, creative, and inventive; the wines were spectacular; and the service was exquisite. It is pricey, but appropriately so at $62 for the tasting menu and an additional $37 for the wine pairing. This is a must-visit restaurant for anyone in the Boulder area. And, for anyone doing a foodie tour of the U.S., this restaurant should be on the top of your list. 5 stars. read more

We are new to Boulder, and immediately noticed the competitive restaurant scene, with lots of SoCal and NoCal folks coming here and expecting Napa or NYC level food, and Black Cat lands on all four feet. Undeniable Farm to Table fresh, with a tasting menu of appropriate portion matched along compelling and balanced wine. Great service from the hostess to the chef we met, and of course the wait staff who was spot on. Already making plans for Christmas time, to visit again. read more

First bite. A great chance to sample the chefs favorites. Well I must say the food was horrible. Everything that sounded good had an extra charge. The selections were mostly chopped up leftovers (or so it seemed). We had the pork terrine. It was the fattiest, blandest most discusting appetizer i have ever had. We ordered the wine pairing which was over priced and boring, at best. The entree. Fish...so uninspired I can't even tell u what it was other than it came with equally boring lentils. The dessert is the only reason this meal got one star. A very delicious mousse. My friends, however had two other deserts which were not of the sane caliber. NEVER again! Overpriced and completely uninspired. U can say u r farm fresh and it sounds good but try to appeal to the palette as well. read more

Ricky and I found ourselves in Boulder for our anniversary and decided to have our regulatory nice dinner at Black Cat Bistro, on the recommendation of a friend. Over the 2.5 hours of our meal, everyone in the restaurant received an amuse bouche of cold cucumber soup. Everyone, that is, except us. I'm sure we weren't intentionally deemed unworthy of this gift from the chef, but it was negligent and insulting nonetheless. Ricky and I both ordered cocktails, and when mine was nearly empty Black Cat #1 asked if I would like the bartender to "fire up another one." I replied in the negative and he proceeded to take my non-finished beverage with him. Just because I don't want another one doesn't mean I don't want to finish that one! While the bread basket didn't make its way to us, unlike the other tables, our appetizer of warm housemade mozzarella was served with two slices of the deliciously doughy bread. When Black Cat #2 came by to fill our water, I asked her for more so that we could soak up the remaining aioli. She sent over Black Cat #1: "Here's more bread, as requested" in a tone that was borderline chastising. Argh. Ricky had the duck confit for his first course and loved it immensely. I had the beet salad and it was good, but nothing I would order again. I took one bite of each component of my coconut Monchong/Japanese long beans/"fried" quinoa entre and that was more than enough: the fish was pleasantly crispy on the top but complete mush on the bottom, the long beans were undercooked, and the quinoa was just plain weird (think: Grape Nuts thrown in with your couscous). Our server came by almost immediately and asked, "Do you not like your fish?" Being neither (a) a liar or (b) someone who wants to pay $23 for a plate of grossness, I said, "No, I don't." When she offered to bring me something else, I opted for the veal, even though it was what Ricky ordered. Strange move on my part, but no other entre caught my eye and the veal was served with truffled polenta (I would eat Fancy Feast if it was made with truffles). My veal arrived with blood juice interspersed with the polenta and mushroom sauce, whereas Ricky's was almost crispy. Both were tasty (and the polenta was fantastic), but where is the consistency? The cabernet our server recommended was excellent, though, and paired with the veal beautifully. Our main course was saved to a degree, but not before the entire staff shot us looks of shock and confusion. Nothing sweet on the dessert menu appealed to us (which is pretty unheard of for Fatty McGlutton here), so we went for the cheese plate. Out of 10+ cheeses listed, our server informed us that only five were available that night: "We get our cheese on Tuesdays." Hmmm, maybe I'm missing something here, but shouldn't a restaurant have the freshest and most cheese when they are busiest, i.e. the weekend? Anyway, we chose a couple wash-rinds and a bleu and were surprised to find that all three were served chilled. Anyone whose knowledge of cheese goes beyond Kraft singles knows that you should serve it at room temperature, so that the flavors can fully develop. The bleu was still wonderful, though, and our server comped us some very decent port. One last thing: the entire evening, Ricky and I were warm to the point of discomfort. We asked our server if the air could be turned down a little, and she said that they were having problems with their air conditioner. I understand that shit happens and anything semi-technical is bound to fail at some point, but I feel like the issue should have been communicated to us (and apologized for), rather than us needing to be the crotchety complainers. I can see why so many people love Black Cat Bistro: the ambiance is lovely, the menu is sumptuous and it offers a more appealing date night than most places on Pearl Street. On this particular night, however, the little wrongs added up quickly and gave us an overall negative experience. read more

I went to the Black Cat on a recommendation that it was a higher quality experience than Frasca for less money. Now nothing against the person that told me this, but she was flat out of her mind. The food was overpriced for mediocre quality that is was (had the lamb) and the wine list was boring and also overpriced. The venue was also quite tight in space. I thought the concept of having the root cellar was interesting however it doesn't make up for the product they put out. Sorry Black Cat but you will never be as good as what Frasca puts out. read more

We met up with family members and friends from out of town and were pleased with each the fare and service. I had the duck that was flavorful , succulent and cooked to perfection! The suggested wine complimented our meals well! Delish! read more

I have mixed feelings about this place but mostly I'm left disappointed compared to what I've read. The good: 1. Cocktails were well crafted and tasty 2. Lebanese wine (yes, seriously) was really a hit 3. Cheese plate (for dessert) redeemed the ending of the night The not so good: 1. Salad was bland. No pepper offered. Needed a good oil for the dressing. 2. Lamb was waaaay over cooked and the menu should have advertised as the shank. This is an important detail to know which cut you will have without asking. 3. Watched the kitchen cook fish filets ahead in preparation for reheating - obviously, because the restaurant was only 1/2 full - some not so good habits here. 4. Although cheese plate was good the "balsamic reduction" was only molasses. Good and bad here because I like molasses and it actually paired with a few things on the plate but was falsely advertised. read more

My wife and I visited the Black Cat last night for dinner @ 6:15pm. We made reservations through Open Table and were seated promptly. Chip was our host and he accommodated a table change for us. We were originally seated next to a 20-something with her dad. She was talking so loud I had to ask to be moved. Chip moved us to a great table in the middle of the place (yes...we could still hear the loud girl but it was ok) We could see the team work from the moment we walked in the door. There was none of the "that's not my section" and everyone seemed to help each other out. The food was beyond words. Everything worked together very complimentary. We decided on the Chef's Table, it's $59 and the chef picks the meal. You just tell your sever, we had John, what your likes and dislikes are and then you're surprised beyond belief. It was supposed to be 5 courses but I sware there were 7!!! We split the wine paring and it was amazing. Started off with Cuddle fish, never had it before, wow, I'm a fan. We had pork belly, diver scallop, fried potato, duck confeit, and finished with a tenderloin that you could cut with the side of your fork it was sooooo tender. Every single dish was cooked to absolute perfection. The Chef/Owner personally prepared everything. We were so impressed. I just can't believe it took us this long to try the Black Cat. Granted, after tip and wine the bill was about $200 for my wife and I....but it was worth more!!!! Can't wait to go back. We noticed they have a little table out of the way tucked in what appeared to be it's own room, we're calling it the "Make out room" and we're going to request it the next time we're there. Thanks so much for a wonderful evening. John made the experience very enjoyable. He not only explained the dishes but he gave us a great understanding of each wine and why it was selected. read more

We dined at the Black Cat Bistro last weekend and I just had to review--I was shocked it had received ANY good reviews from my experience. My first thought when we walked in and they sat us down on a overstuffed pleather couch--was "honey, are you sure they were full at Pizzeria Locale???" I had heard the Black Cat was a wonderful high-end dining experience. There was nothing high end about the place except for the prices and they did have decent wine glasses--I'll give them that. The whole place is tacky--one reviewer had said it has a nice wood-like feel inside--sorry, there was no real wood in the place and the gauzy curtains and awful lights throughout the place added nothing to the already awful decor. Still, I thought perhaps the menu and food could save the place. I was wrong. The wines by the glass started at 9 dollars and up and two that I tried were barely palatable. So we settled on a bottle of Chianti and it was fine. Just fine. But they did serve them in decent glasses. Cocktails on the other hand were served in ordinary cheap water glasses that looked like they were 10 years old. Unimpressed. Next, on to the food. I was hoping this farm to table establishment could really serve up some wonderfully prepared, locally grown deliciousness.....I was wrong. We decided to forego the 64 dollar set menu and just order a la carte. First came the amuse bouche--the best part of the meal. Small but not overly salted like the rest of our food. I got the spinach salad and my spinach was rough, and had no taste. Very ordinary salad, nothing special at all. My main was the sturgeon risotto and the dish was so heavy and overly salted it was awful. No delicate flavors, interesting presentation...nada. It was just a plate full of heavy, poorly prepared fish and risotto. So incredibly bad. My friends got the puff pastry-veg plate, again nothing special--too salty. Boring. I could definetly cook food alot better than this at home. We were so disappointed in our meal here. Truly one of the most overpriced worst meals I 've had in Boulder. I realize its Colorado and the bar isn't set so high here--but I can't believe this place stays in business. Go to the Brasserie, Oak or Pizzeria Locale. Better food and you won't have to sit on pleather. read more

Without question, one of the finest meals of my life. The food is so fresh and perfectly seasoned - not to mention creative. The foie gras with banana bread appetizer is one of the best things I've ever eaten - trust me. I wish we had had time to have the Chef's Tasting Menu, but we still loved everything we had. The wines were great (the pinot noir was so-so, but the other wines were wonderful). Service was terrific, if a little chaotic - never sure where our waiter was, or if it was ok to ask one of the other people in black running around. A check back occasionally from him would have been helpful. But all-in-all, an astounding experience! read more

We went for their Valentine's Day prix fixe dinner, and I'm still thinking about it. We had a late reservation and arrived a little early for it. The very first thing that happened was that our hostess tried to seat us right next to the kitchen's ovens. I was too hot immediately, and I asked her if we could please change tables, and she was very accommodating. I understand why she put us there - we are younger than their average patron and clearly have less money, and she probably thought we wouldn't complain. This is a reasonable assumption for a hostess to make, but if the customer complains about being seated at the worst table in the house, the reasonable thing to do is move them to another table, which she did without any argument. Very glad we did - my partner was wearing a sweater over a shirt and tie, and he would have been baking. We made friends with our waiter right away, and he asked if there was anything we didn't eat. I told him I didn't care for fish but I generally liked shellfish, and he tentatively asked how I felt about oysters and scallops. Love 'em. Then all was well! It was a five-course menu and the amuse-bouche single oyster was served with kimchi on top, which was so phenomenally good I wanted eight of them. Each course was a little larger than the last, beautifully plated, beautifully balanced flavors, everything exactly what you want from a 5-star experience at a highly priced restaurant. The "worst" thing we had was the dessert, and that is only because it wasn't that remarkable in comparison to everything else. Everything else . . . my god. I still have dreams about the foie gras. And I don't LIKE foie gras. But I liked theirs. The food is wonderful. Please take that as a given. The farm-to-table part is great. It's a beautiful space. The decor is lovely. But what I want to talk about is the service. We happened to run into a friend of my partner's that night sitting at a table adjacent from ours. He is quite wealthy and looks it, and was seated accordingly at one of the cushioned benches along the side. He also got a reservation for 7:00. He's that kind of guy. He had ordered a very expensive bottle of wine for him and his date, their second bottle of the evening, because he wanted her to taste this particular vintage. He had planned to cork the bottle and take the rest home with them, but when he saw my partner, he asked if we would like to finish the bottle, since they'd only poured a bit to taste. We accepted gratefully. Our friend conferred with his waiter, who conferred with the sommelier, who then took the bottle away and brought it to our table with a fresh towel and two glasses, and told us all about the history of this particular bottle of wine. (It was a very cool history. Grapes grown in a war zone.) He didn't need to do that, and he definitely didn't need to check in on us several times throughout the evening to keep the glasses filled and see how we liked the wine, but he did. I never expect BAD service at a place like this, because that's half of what you're paying for, but I have definitely had the experience of seeing tables lavished with more or less attention depending on the quality of their clothes and the expensiveness of their wine orders. On a night like Valentine's Day, the difference is pretty stark. We were dressed nicely for us, but we were surrounded by women in designer dresses and men in expensive suits, and I've been in that situation before and only been afforded decent service. I realize it is a low bar to expect the staff to treat all the patrons with the same level of service, but the fact is that it's rarely the case. Usually you are treated with the service the staff thinks you "deserve" based on your value to them. I'm sure the sommelier, like the hostess, had calculated our net worth in the blink of an eye, but he never let us feel it. We aren't wealthy, and we don't have influence, and we probably are not worth the trouble for most high-end restaurants. But everyone at the Black Cat treated us as if we were, and on a special holiday night, that matters. We over-tipped our waiter because he was lovely. We thanked every staff member we'd interacted with, including the hostess who had been nice enough to change our table even on a busy night like Valentine's Day. We don't go out to an expensive 5-course dinner very often, but when we do, I think we'll find ourselves at the Black Cat. I think in the long run they'll wind up being very glad they took the trouble to be attentive to even the lowly young couple without designer duds. read more

We did the tasting menu for Valentines Day that was paired with wine. Our dinner was amazing. Not only was the food superb, but the waitress and the Sommelier were outstanding. They accommodated my vegetarian diet with ease and made a few special things for me that were not on the menu and even when our wine glasses were getting low, the staff would eagerly pour a little more in our glasses if were were enjoying that pour; so nice and unheard of! We can't wait to go back. read more

Fantastic, amazing, can't say enough!!! Went for our anniversary as first timers, and oh my what an experience!!!! 3 hour dinner that was every bit perfect and delicious. We did the chefs tasting with wine pairing option and it's really the only way to go!!!! The staff was incredible- always refilling our waters and were super attentive. Also knowledgeable about the foods and wines they were serving. Don't hesitate- splurge and treat yo self!!! read more

This is my first review on yelp, despite using the app to find 100+ restaurants around the world. My wife and I found this restaurant, but it exceeded our expectations in every way. First, the bartender made us incredible custom cocktails based on our interests (slight, but meaningful variations off the menus).. Then we had the turnip soup with numerous farm to table veggies - best soup we have ever had. The cheese plate was bountiful and delicious. And the service was like being invited into a family dinner. Sarah our server was 5 star exceptional, and the chef came out and explained every dish with pride. Enjoy one of the best dining/service experiences in the US! read more