If you love the feel of Paris, then you'll have to stop by Brasserie Ten Ten!…read more Ambiance is perfectly set up with amazing attention to detail with that French bistro authenticity and charm. The service is incredible and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. The food is incredible and presented like you would expect from a French chef. Not a lot of plant based options, however, the Beet Salad with vinaigrette is outstanding, so there is that to enjoy. The flavors of sweet and salty are balanced perfectly! The colors and vibrancy also made it picture worthy. They offer an incredible wine selection that will suit everyone's tastes and preferences. Also, if you love coffee, their roast is delicious and it's the best ending to a lovely meal. Don't miss this place if you want a Parisian-style experience!

Brasserie Ten Ten feels increasingly rare now…read more Even in very good restaurants, actual tablecloths have become uncommon. At lunch, rarer still. So when you settle into Brasserie Ten Ten, with its white linen, substantial silverware, mirrors, low conversational buzz, and faint 1920s salon energy, you will notice. There's something a little Gertrude Stein about the place: people lingering, talking, drinking and eating well, behaving as if the outside world can wait. It feels slightly Parisian, in the best way. Refined but lived in. A room designed for appetite and conversation. If cigarettes were still allowed, you could almost imagine someone chain smoking over a third glass of wine while arguing about literature or the affair they're having. But this is still Boulder, where the fantasy stops just short of the inevitable side-eye and civic disapproval. And then there is the gauze-wrapped lemon. The first time I ever saw one of those mesh bundles tied up for squeezing over seafood, I thought it was the height of sophistication and luxury. The gauze has the faint sexiness of pantyhose while also serving a very practical purpose. A factory worker's kid like me being mesmerized by a lemon condom probably tells you something about aspiration in America. I started with the pâté, which was exactly the right kind of decadent. I paid the extra charge to swap the crostini for bread, which was absolutely the correct decision. I ate about a third and boxed the rest before things got irresponsible. The Boulder influence...nah. The accompaniments were classic: grainy mustard, tiny olives, and a small pile of pickled vegetables cutting through all that pâté richness. The bouillabaisse was mostly lovely. The seafood was cooked expertly, which matters in a dish where every type requires slightly different timing. The shrimp were especially sweet. I would have liked more cod, which felt a little stingy, and while the saffron broth was flavorful, it leaned more tomato-forward than I personally prefer. Still, between the mussels, shrimp, cod, rouille-slathered toast, and that absurdly elegant lemon situation, the fisherman's stew delivered exactly the kind of brasserie pleasure I came searching for. Service at the bar was confident and relaxed. Two bartenders understood the balance between attentiveness and hovering. Not doting, which I don't need, but every need was met. Real napkins. A dedicated, and attended, host stand. People who seemed comfortable in the room instead of performing hospitality theater. Not an everyday lunch. You notice the prices. You should. But every once in a while, it's good to sit somewhere that still believes lunch can stretch a little too long, conversation matters, and a gauze-wrapped lemon can still feel faintly glamorous. There may be no cigarette smoke, no Left Bank argument unfolding over wine, no real salon except the one you briefly imagine. But Brasserie Ten Ten still knows how to make lunch feel like an act of civilization: linen, appetite, conversation, and just enough theatre to make the afternoon seem...negotiable. Gertrude Stein probably would've approved.

13th Street in Boulder is well known for its collection of comfort food and eclectic mix of…read morecuisines from Dumplings to Indian fusion, so it's no surprise that nestled near University of Colorado is Brasserie Boulder/Cafe Aion, a Spanish-French restaurant. As a former bookstore, this restaurant has a lot of charm that makes for a cozy ambience, especially on a Sunday afternoon. We had a mix of mix of French and Spanish cuisine, starting with Truffle Fries, followed by Beef Bourguignon and Shakshouka, and ending with Basque Cheese Cake. I also had French Press Coffee as well, and just to get that out of the way, wow, such a good coffee! I'm an espresso and Americano purist, and somehow this French Press tasted like a very good Americano with a more nuanced, sweet chocolatey taste. But enough of that, let's get to the delicious food, and yeah, they are all so good! The Truffle Fries to start is just seriously addicting with its potent combination of Parmigiano, parsley, and white truffle oil. In fact, the ketchup is completely unnecessary and detracts from the deliciousness of the fries. The aioli provided adds another twist to the fries for variety, too. The Beef Bourguignon is surprisingly soft and delicate, but never bland or mushy. It plays that fine line beautifully and it is a delight and comforting to eat. The beef is tender, yet savory. It's appropriate that Bourguignon has a red wine reduction component because this dish is as nuanced and delicious as fine wine. Now going to the Spaniard side of the cuisine, the Shakshouka fires it up with a tomato and egg stew that's bursting with flavor! There is balance with the acidity and cheesiness, coupled with one of the tastiest flatbread I've had in recent memory. Finally, the Basque Cheese Cake, named after the Basque Country in Northern Spain, absolutely delivers as a dessert. This isn't an ordinary cheese cake because of the dulce de leche and candied pecans. I just love having the playful contrast of the semisoft cheese cake with the sweet and crunchy pecans. The Dulce de Leche adds another layer of sweetness that is so delectable. It really is 3 different way of sweetness that all works so well together.

It was ok but not very French. I was hoping for some great onion soup, coq au vin, etc. Everything…read morewas fine just not worth another visit

Drove half an hour to come here and it was closed even tho their hours said it would be openread more

property was beautiful and the food had potential but was served cold, portions were tiny, service…read morewas attrocious, and $250 per person is literal robbery.

Incredible views. Food was pretty good although I found the whole menu to be a bit too salty. Some…read moreof the portions were too small and overall too expensive. To start the amuse were cute fun bites. The bread and butter was absolutely delicious. The white asparagus was yummy but I found the whole dish to be kind of dry and needed a knife. Next the halibut was a yummy dish. Cooked perfectly. Found this dish to be a bit too salty and small. The quail was the most memorable dish. Cooked extremely well. Could've used more sauce and I found it extremely difficult and messy to eat with the plate it was on. The lamb was tender and very flavorful. Could've used more sauce. The panna cotta was aromatic and very good. Could've been deeper. The small desserts were very cute and yummy. The caramel was my favorite. Found the other two too small. The Paris Brest was light and super yummy. There could've been more filling. Pastry was perfect. Prosecco was nice and a good pour. The red wine pour was too small for price. Overall service was good but felt overbearing with the amount of servers standing and walking around. Valet was nice service. Outside area was beautiful. My mom tripped down the stairs though. Needs to be lit better at night, even for younger eyes it was too dim. Great experience for a special occasion. Would appreciate bigger portions especially for price.

Service - 5/5 Ambiance - 5/5…read moreFood 3.7/5 Flagstaff House has been on my list for a while now, and finally made a visit for a special occasion. The servers are incredible - they look like paid actors with their impeccable server etiquette and the fact that they were always smiling lol. But jokes aside I was highly impressed with the service and professionalism. Ambiance was unbeatable. I don't think there's a bad seat in this restaurant. The tables overlook Boulder and there are floor to ceiling windows almost everywhere. The lighting was so purposeful, we even watched a server set up a table and get a ladder to make sure the lighting hit the table just right - love the commitment! The food was good but we weren't blown away. However, it was still very much enjoyable, especially combined with the service and ambiance as mentioned above. One notable mention is the focaccia they bring you before the courses. I'm still thinking about how tasty it was. Overall we enjoyed our time and I'm happy to cross this spot off my list!

Brittnee and Jade were superstars! They were both great conversationalists, super attentive with…read morerefilling water and checking back for more app orders. Brittnee recommended this fab rosé that my friend and I both enjoyed (neither of us usually like rosé cause it's sweet but I was feeling in the mood for something pink cause it's summer weather!) It wasn't too sweet and pairs pretty well with everything. It's a bit pricey for college students ($50+) but would be a great treat for young professionals. If you buy a bottle, you can take it with you and there wasn't a corking fee We got the board as well as some skewers that aren't pictured (the standard comes as 1 chicken and 1 steak) I added an additional steak and it was the perfect meal after a long day of grass volleyball. We got to sit at the bar on the outside part which was the perfect spot.

We were disappointed by our meal at Postino tonight. We started up going here when the place just…read moreopened and really enjoyed it, but the last few meals have been so so. We had soup, sandwich, salad, and sweet potato wedges, and to be honest didn't really love any of them. Probably will not go back here anytime soon.

For years, I had told my Denver-centric friends that if they weren't making the trip to Boulder for…read moreFrasca, they were missing out on what must be on of the top places anywhere between Chicago and Vegas. When Colorado announced Michelin was coming for the first time, I was confident Frasca would get a star. The high end food scene in Denver has improved over the years, but Frasca keeps getting more impressive too without moving away from their fundamentals. The menu changes with the seasons and ingredients, but it can always be counted on to be delicious, impressive, and artistic. The wine menu is almost overwhelming but we'll guided, and the cocktails are unique. Service throughout is expert and engaging, with depth and attentiveness. The occasional crossover events with wineries or other restaurants create completely different experiences. The location on a quiet end of Pearl Street and modern interior fits the understated elegant experience.

What to say. What to say. Well let's start with the good. Exceptional service in a beautiful…read moreenvironment that has spent an inordinate amount of time paying attention to detail. The platings were quite beautiful. The wine pairings were a delight. My expectations were set high, as their many accolades suggest. We both got the full experience with their friulano tasting menu. And also added on the caviar course. That may have been the only highlight of the meal. And I say that because the cheesy potato it was served on was absolutely delicious, although it was an odd pairing for the flavors of caviar which did not elevate the caviar in any way. The cheesy potatoes seemed clunky and too rustic to enhance the caviar. It would have been better served with a red meat or heartier protein. After that, absolutely nothing stood out to me as being uniquely delicious. The squid ink pasta was a major let down as the squid ink was so overpowering in the balance of the dish. Probably my least favorite course, although even that is debatable. This was a very salty dish, the first of many to come. One of the major takeaways from the meal as a whole, was how overly seasoned everything was. I am a salt fanatic and I really enjoy salt, however nothing seemed balanced when it came to salt. Just way too salty on several courses. Almost as if their proteins had been in a brine just a little too long. Although that's just a guess.... I'm glad I had the opportunity to try this restaurant however I would not go back again. It has been my experience that some places, once they earn James beard and Michelin recognition, almost give up. As in point Joel Robuchon, who lost their Michelin status. Highlighting more locally grown, seasonally harvested ingredients and showcasing them to their fullest potential in unique and innovative ways is much more impressive than caviar on cheesy potatoes. Btw, the cheesy potatoes, if served in a smaller portion, would have been an excellent accompaniment to the very salty red deer course. The desert course looked pretty and some elements were good, however not innovative nor original. Quite the lackluster afterthought, which again, was subpar.

Beautiful restaurant. Our server for a group of 11 was super nice but unfortunately the food came…read moreout so slowly. Burrata and tots were solid but I absolutely loved the hummus. Portion was huge and it tasted so good. The vegetable Wellington wasn't very crispy and the filling was super smooth with not much texture. Not what I was expecting but the curry flavor was yummy. The steak frites was huge and yummy. Steak was cooked super well. We ordered the strawberry cake, cheesecake, chocolate cake, and the banana dessert. The banana dessert was the standout. Unfortunately the desserts did not blow me away. Overall a nice and solid restaurant in Boulder.

It's pretty much what one would expect from a hotel restaurant; nothing about our meal here…read moresurprised me. We got ourselves a room at St. Julien for the night of my husband's work holiday party so we wouldn't have to drive back to Denver while tired and tipsy. The hotel was offering a promotion where we could get a $40 dining credit for only an additional $10, so why not. Truthfully, we would have dined elsewhere without the credit. We ordered the Croque Madame in a truffle bechamel sauce and the Brioche French Toast with peach streusel. The Croque Madame was pretty good, not too heavy. The Brioche French Toast was too sweet. The lattes were made with OZO coffee beans, which meant they were good but very overpriced. Service was prompt, attentive and they even let me take my latte back to my hotel room. Overall, it was a decent meal. The price point was high for what we received despite the dining credit, so rating this as an average hotel meal. We're definitely planning on staying at St. Julien again sometime in the future, but I'll skip eating here next time.

Some restaurants serve food…read more La Belle French Bakery serves edible works of art. The moment you walk through the door, it's obvious this isn't a place that cuts corners. Between the pastry case that looks like it belongs in a museum and croissants so perfectly golden brown they almost appear artificial, every item seems to have been crafted with an almost unreasonable amount of care. I ordered the breakfast croissant, a black coffee, and a blueberry muffin. Now, I firmly believe a bakery's coffee should be judged the same way a singer is judged performing acoustically: no fancy tricks, no backup dancers, nowhere to hide. If your black coffee is excellent, everything else is built on a strong foundation. Thankfully, La Belle passed that test with flying colors. The breakfast croissant somehow managed to be both delicately flaky and impossibly soft at the same time. Every bite left a trail of evidence on my shirt that I regret absolutely none of. I'm fairly certain the croissant received more quality control inspections than my first apartment. The blueberry muffin was equally impressive, striking that magical balance between homemade comfort and professional craftsmanship. But if I had to describe La Belle in a single word, it would be love. You do not create food this visually stunning and effortlessly delicious unless the people behind it are deeply passionate about what they do. Every pastry, sandwich, dessert, and loaf of bread seemed to radiate the kind of attention to detail normally associated with Swiss watchmakers, NASA engineers, and grandmothers preparing for a family gathering. I've had plenty of delicious meals before. What stood out here wasn't just the flavor - it was the unmistakable feeling that every item was made by people who genuinely care about their craft. The passion wasn't subtle. It practically walked out from behind the counter, introduced itself, and insisted I try another pastry. By the time I left, I had already started recommending La Belle to friends. Between finishing brunch this morning and writing this review tonight, I've probably talked about this bakery more than any reasonable person should. And honestly? I regret nothing. 10/10. I'll absolutely be back.

The Croissant Norwegian was served in a large croissant with way too much arugula, only one side…read morehad cream cheese, smoked salmon was a very thin slice that did not cover the croissant. au Jambon et brie had way too much arugula; brie and ham worked well.