Potentially a five-star restaurant! (That said, I would second everything that Ramon G. says.) My wife and I have been to Jill's twice. The first time was for a romantic dinner before going to the Colorado Shakespeare Festival. It was everything we hoped for and much better than what the Boulderado had to offer. We came here with our teenage sons another night. While everything was good, Jill's is simply better as a romatic restaurant than as a fancy family restaurant. Ramon is also right about the parking. Don't park on the street. Don't pay for valet parking. Just park in the very convenient underground garage. We dressed up both times we were at Jill's. While there were other less dressy diners, including a few in nice jeans, business casual (and better) dress just fits in better with the decor and ambiance. read more

The vegan options are amazing! So is everything else. Great food great service! I highly recommend Jill's.

Enjoyed Christmas brunch last year so thought we would try the Christmas dinner this year. Disappointing. 15+minutes from seating before waiter acknowledged presence. Seemed to only be one person providing water and bread. Food was ok but room temperature. Not cheap and expected better. Will do something else next year. read more

I had a very disappointing experience at Jill's last night. I recommended Jill's since I had been there a few weeks ago and had a very positive experience. The service was incredibly slow and uninspired. We were celebrating my birthday and early Thanksgiving with my family. We had to wait for our waitress to take initial drink orders, long wait for drinks, long wait to take order, long wait for salads, long wait for food (which was too salty and cool), and incorrect information given on chocolate on the tiramisu, which my sister-in-law could not eat. This is sad as I encouraged a local restaurant to a chain restaurant. I will not be able to recommend again based on this experience. The restaurant was not unusually full/busy. I had to track the waitress down to get the bill. read more

I feuquent Jill's often with a lady friend for the lunch buffet. The service is wonderful and the buffet is always supplied with creative healthy choices. read more

This used to be a fine and elegant restaurant with table cloths, crystal, and exquisite service. No more. It has now morphed into just another Boulder bistro, with place mats, crude glassware, and casual service. Boulder didn't need just another bistro--especially at the cost of one of the few fine dining spots in town. The menu is now very limited and the ambiance is noisy and unpleasant. There are dozens of equivalent eateries in Boulder---many at lower costs. read more

This was a really lovely place to eat. I had breakfast and dinner here and both were fantastic. Service was fast and friendly. Reasonable prices as well. Staff extremely welcoming, fun, professional, and friendly. read more

I went to Jill's for happy hour on a Thursday. I was disappointed by the lack of customers. There were three patrons when I entered the bar and by the time I left, there were only two of us. Fortunately the happy hour food was good. I had a Kobe slider and the cheese quesadilla. Both were very satisfying. I wish that the atmosphere was better. I guess the next time I go I'm going to have to bring my own companion. read more

What's up with this place? The worst all around restaurant in Boulder. Pretends to be the place to dine yet far from what you'd expect in food and price. We had a reservation for 6 at 6:30 and while we wee sat right away we waited 15 mins for the waiter to come by. It was all down hill from there. Never once did the server mention anything about the menu. When we asked about a few different items he would look at the menu and recite what was written. We asked for bread and water to be served in another 10 minutes. Empty bread baskets and water glasses surrounded us. I asked the manage F&B Director with the wax mustache to help and while he apologized for the lack in service, the next we heard was the waiter coming to the table to announce that he was told " there was a problem and someone complained a bout no bread". What an embarrassment. Next the food arrives 1 hour after ordering. The short ribs at $39 we're dry and tasted to be reheated from a day or two earlier. Served with under cooked risotto. The sliders were noted on the menu with sauce and sauerkraut. None of which were on the sliders. We mentioned to the waiter and his response was "it looks like it is on there". W did order the Ramit crunch and donut yet the donut was raw uncooked dough inside. Never once did the waiter ask how anything was nor asked us if we'd like another drink, wine or water. The whole thing was a huge disappointment. read more

We had the lunch buffet-14 of us and it was excellent. The price is very reasonable. The salads, pizza and desserts were very good. I didn't have the pasta bar, but it looked great too. Thanks for making it a great graduation celebration. read more

Really disappointed in the service we received. Not from our server... she was great and understanding and incredibly friendly. But the manager. Some french asshole. He cursed at my mother for claiming her steak was overcooked. Literally dropped the F bomb in front of the entire restaurant. I expect better from such a high-end establishment. read more

Good burgers. Service has been bad though. The waitress was slow, rude and tried charge us 2 beers more

For someone who has stayed over 1500 nights in hotels around the world I will have to say that Jill's is the best hotel restaurant I have ever experienced. Reasonable prices, very good food, nice atmosphere. Breakfast there is quite good, the appetizers are great and the meals actually wanted me to go back there instead of the boutique restaurants that surround that hotel. Now that's saying something. read more

H & I weren't thrilled with the menu so we avoided it, which didn't make a difference because after sipping on the same watery drink for 2 hours no one on the serve staff approached us to take our order. When we finally waived someone down, we were told that the bar ran out of our favorite (and only available) OG spirit - Cap Rock - something that should never happen in Boulder. read more

For being the "restaurant in the hotel," the quality was very high. As a foodie, I like creative foods that play with both flavor and texture. Jill definitely fit both of those. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're in town for a few days. read more

Jill's Restaurant - Their play on the classic BLT - palate cleansing course. - New American Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

We came here with friends for Restaurant Week and enjoyed it more than any RW outing for a long time. It's an attractive space, with emphasis more on elegance than creating a party atmosphere, which suited us perfectly. It was actually quiet enough for long conversations (but the bar and lounge area were noisier and livelier, if that's what you're in the mood for). The food had good quality ingredients, comfortable portions, and was really tasty and well-prepared, with one proviso. My husband had the duck, which he thought was very good, but underdone for his taste (our taste--we like it really well-done). But that seems to be the style for duck now, so we shouldn't take points off Jill's for that. My friend and I had delicious tender short ribs with what seemed like home-made noodles, mushrooms and other veggies. Her husband had the pork chop, which looked great, but come to think of it, I didn't hear his opinion,since, because of our nice quiet table, we were all able to get involved in our conversations. I loved my lentil soup app, made with bacon, and creme brulee, boring and ubiquitous I know, but a good version. Unlike some RW menus, Jill's offered 2-3 choices for each course. We went on a Sat. night, and it wasn't busy at all. I'm not sure why it's not more popular, but based on our experience with both food and service, it should be. I didn't have a chance to look at the regular menu, so maybe the prices are prohibitive. read more

This is a place worth visiting even for non hotel guests. The service is impeccable. You know how hotel breakfast never lives up to expectations? That doesn't happen here. Every dish is delicious and in the actual restaurant (not the patio, where the waitress was rushed and unpolished), we felt extremely welcome and well taken care of. read more

Service was so poor. After being seated, we waited 25 mins before they told us that they'd run out of biscuits but if we waited 8 more mins (turned into another 15) they'd have our breakfast out. Waiter never once refilled my husband's coffee nor ever topped up hot water for my tea. The gluten free toast was cold! The portions were paltry. No way are we going back. That was stupid on their part because we live near by and were looking for a nice breakfast spot. read more

We went to check out Jill's for the first time for their World Vegan Day menu, which was quite impressive on paper and which we were very excited they were offering! However, our courses came out really slowly, and although the server was quite apologetic and explained that the kitchen was overwhelmed by the special menu, even our bread took a really long time to come out after we had asked for it. The manager did take some things off our bill, which was much appreciated, but I still can't see ever eating there again. There are just too many good restaurants in Boulder to mess around with one that's sub-par. read more

The Friday vegan buffet is the best. Many hot and cold choices. I highly recommend this place!

What a delightful restaurant! Near impeccable service from Caitlin and delightful food presentation. Was hooked on the Pearl Martinis from the Happy Hour Menu!! The Veggie burger (Boulder Burger) is perhaps their best burger, and a true guilty pleasure. Could have done without the over eager eye of (forgive my spelling if incorrect) Bian- he frequented our table watching us like a hawk as if our server was in training- my group and I felt rushed to eat, and felt like we were being scrutinized if only for the good time we were having with our server! Bian came by our table many times, each time mean mugging- not once asking how our food was but making his presence as master of the tables rather obvious. I will preserve the rating of the five star review however because if the immaculate service I'd received otherwise from Caitlin, Natasha, and front desk staff. I suggest you tell Bian that not only do your workers need not be Micromanaged - but a smile and some introduction goes a long way if you're trying to be a part of customer service read more

Absolutely fantastic dinner...We were served a complimentary Amuse -Bouche to start the evening and we ordered the Caesar salad tableside. This was the BEST Caesar salad I've ever had. My wife ordered the Steak of Poivre (delish) and I ordered the Colorado trout (crispy Colorado trout fillets, radish and spicy green summer salad with hand rolled potato gnocchi, peach and heirloom tomato chutney ($25.95)...unbelievable! I heard that they have a new Pastry Chef at Jill's and it shows! So hard to pick a dessert. We decided to order the tableside Peach melba and trust me, it was to die for. The service is great, elegant and not intrusive. Our server brought up complementary mignardises to conclude our perfect dinner...Jill's is Boulder hidden gem. We will return! read more

Average, Average, Average!!! I read the reviews below and decided to dress up for dinner. Big mistake! Most were in jeans. The atmosphere was alright, but nothing fancy. Our waiter kept interupting us which seemed rude. Finally, the food was okay but really nothing special. For a special night on the town I would not suggest Jills. read more

We celebrated early with friends over a Sunday brunch. Rainy and dreary, but the perfect day to linger inside for hours - drinking mimosas and making a few too many trips to the buffet. I'll take king crab legs and a chocolate fountain any day! see pics/blog mention at http://jjscholl.wordpress.com/2010/03/15/birthday-brunch/ read more

Jill's is good, but not spectacular. The food was well prepared and tasty, and they have a great wine list. The decor is very classy and the staff is attentive and professional. read more

Dinner is perfect! Lunch buff is also perfect! Nice food, nice environment, and nice service! Just remember that Fridays' buff is vegen!

Good food, great service! I've been here twice for brunch and its awesome!

We went here for our last date night before our first baby was born. We were blown away! Antonio and all the servers were so kind to us and we felt like we received the 5 star treatment from everyone. The food was phenomenal and the ambiance was perfect. Anyone looking for a nice dinner out in Boulder, this is the place. I have never felt like we have been treated so well at a restaurant! read more

Jill's Restaurant - A surprise message when we received our dessert! - New American Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

This place is occasionally outstanding but is too inconsistent in their performance to earn the five stars they sometimes deserve. The first time I went there, I was with date and sat in the main dining room. The food was extraordinary and the service was flawless. The next time, I came with my family and sat in the side dining room. The staff was obviously angry, the food was cold, and we were largely ignored (couldn't get our drinks filled, couldn't order dessert, couldn't get our bill and then couldn't pay our bill). read more

This very high priced restaurant just doesn't deliver in consistency, courtesy or cuisine. The hostess was gruff, arbitrary and unfriendly; the food was uneven: the risotto was as good as I have ever had, but the salad was below par; and for last calls at 10 PM, how come they were chasing me out at 1030? The waitress was excellent but the other staff was uneven. You expect more courtesy. And this is not an exception, I have been here for brunch and the waiter was downright crazily rude. This is really unusual for Boulder with its excellent eateries and exemplary service. I wish these people would get their act together. read more

Last Friday I had the opportunity to experience Jill's vegan buffet. OMG - it's insanely good! The quality was absolutely top-notch and the presentation was beautiful! For $11.95 you are treated to a salad bar, four premade salads (they had a garbanzo bean and fennel that was out of this world good), a pasta bar, flatbread pizzas, truffled polenta and grilled asparagus AND desserts. Even the non-vegan I was with couldn't say enough good things about this lunch. read more

Every time I dine here, I am consistently disrespected by the same manager, seemingly only for being a young woman. It's as if just because I am young, he feels no need to treat me with any modicum of respect. Once he turned me away because they were too busy (though there were an abundance of empty tables that I could clearly see, but I wasn't about to get in an argument). Once he walked by my brunch table with friends, eyed us accusingly and asked audibly, so we could all hear, "Were they carded?"(we're all over 21, and were), then, when he realized we heard him, tried to play it off as a joke. Otherwise the service is great, but I'm tired of being treated as less-than because of my age and gender by the same rude French man, and will not be dining here again. I encourage others to seek out more respectful places of business, as well. read more

Disappointing happy hour. The ambiance, drinks and service was great but the food not like it used to be. Very disappointing and the margarita pizza came out like cardboard. Salads were blah and the tuna also blah. read more

This review is for dinner. My birthday dinner, to be precise. I love Jill's Friday vegan buffet, and had heard that they have vegan options all the time, so I suggested to my husband that maybe we should go there for my birthday dinner. He called to reserve, explained that we are vegan and was assured that there is a vegan menu at dinner and that the kitchen could modify most dishes to meet our needs. The person taking the reservation asked if this was a special occasion, and he told them it was for a birthday. When they called to confirm, they mentioned again that it was a birthday dinner and they were looking forward to hosting us. When we got there, we ordered drinks, which took 30 minutes and several polite reminders to the staff before they arrived. My husband's Mezcal cocktail was undrinkable. There were a grand total of two vegan entrees we could choose from: spaghetti and a tofu/quinoa dish I could have made better at home. My husband asked about desserts. Mind you, at the buffet, there is a wide assortment of amazing vegan desserts. For my birthday dinner, on a freezing cold winter night, we were offered only sorbet as a vegan dessert. The service and vegan options were so unbelievably sucky. We wish this place could be in our regular rotation of restaurants, but won't be back for any meal other than the Friday vegan buffet. read more

We have gone to Jills several times for dinner or a casual board and bottle of wine. We have always enjoyed it. So this time we were in town for Thanksgiving and we decided to eat our holiday dinner there. What a mistake. It was a mess. Our reservation was 40 minutes delayed. The buffet was missing serving utensils. The food was not great. The service was horrible. We do not usually do buffets so we waited to have some guidance from our waiter. It never happened. We truly enjoy all of the fine restaurants in Boulder and this was not up to par. It felt more like a Holiday Inn than a St. Julien restaurant. I made the reservation and I honestly felt like I let the family down on a very special holiday. read more

I came here with my friend Jeff on a glimmering summer afternoon amidst less shiny memories of my father's passing. The brunch offered self-service Mediterranean-themed dishes ranging from olives to salads to panini to desserts that might compel you to a confessional booth even if you're not Catholic. The beauty is healthful options may sate you with a small plate or two - like me - or you may lose yourself in a satisfying, luxurious feast. After a relaxing hour or two - who was counting - we sauntered out, just a block from one end of the Pearl St Mall, while our palates lingered on the cornucopia with which we'd just indulged. read more

JIll's definitley defies the "hotel restaurant" category. It's got its own proprietary style and feels like a fine dining estabishment creating its own personality. The food is well prepared, nicely presented and offers some unique tastes. Generous portions and great food quality for the price. The salmon was really well-prepared and the root vegetable mash (potatoes, rutabagas, carrots, etc.) offered an extraordinarily complex taste and seasoning, serving as a perfect complement to the salmon. The staff is very nice, although the waitstaff we had seemed somewhat innattentive especially considering it was a slow time early in the evening. Only other criticism: the carafe of wine we ordered was served at room temperature or warmer, and thus for the price of $19 was disappointing. The restaurant manager checked in on us though, and was very gracious. The lighting and furnishings are comfortable in the restaurant, and tables are separated enough for the privacy needed for a romantic or business dinner. Great looking, well decorated, comfortable bar area too. read more

We had a nice breakfast at Jill's however the service was quite slow. Just make sure if you are in a hurry don't let your server walk away without ordering or asking for the check. read more

The stars were not aligned on New Year's Eve when we had a sub par dining experience, but when the management heard our comments, they were clearly aghast and treated us very well, which has encouraged us to give it another try. Looking at the other reviews, it seems the problems we experienced are not the norm. read more

You can tell the quality of a restaurant on how they can cook a burger. We asked for the burger to come out rare and it came out medium rare. Kind of a disappointment that is for sure. If you were to get a burger at the Dark Horse Saloon, it is 10x better than the Burger at Jill's. read more