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    Niwot Tavern

    3.9 (136 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American, Seafood
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Buffalo chicken sandwich, the buffalo sauce was runny, but chicken was crispy and tasty.
    Clement C.

    I had lunch in Niwot Tavern with some friends on a Friday. The place was fairly busy but the service was quick and friendly. We sat in the patio, which is at the front of the restaurant in the parking lot. The food is typical American fare with a little bit of everything. All of us think the food was good. So, this one is a keeper.

    Grilled Chicken Sandwich.
    Jodi M.

    First - I live where this restaurant is located. It's in the cozy niwot marketplace with cute shops and fun nighttime lighting. The staff was super friendly and there's just this cozy pub vibe when you walk in. My husband had the chicken sandwich. The bun was so soft! Their fries are natural cut (not my fave) but they were delicious - perfectly fried. We were greeted with large iced waters - always a hit in my book. I also got an iced tea (no lemon). The tea was fresh and I didn't feel the need to sweeten it. My beef stroganoff was delicious though the beef was shaved slices - like you'd use on a French dip. The noodles were perfect and that gravy -?irresistable. We'll def be back often!

    Really not good green chili
    Amy L.

    I really enjoy Niwot Tavern. Its a place my coworkers and I used to go quite often for team lunches. I LOVE the caesar salad. Its delicious! I have never had anything else until today. Honestly was not that happy with it but thats on me! Thats what happens when you try new things. Sometimes its great, sometimes its not. Oh well. I have two suggestions - the brussel sprouts need some sort of sauce or marinade on them. They are super dry without. I made a mayo-siracha sauce to put on them and they were AMAZING. The apple added to them was so good! Second suggestion - get rid of the green chili. Its not good, AT ALL. Its weird. Has a weird flavor. Had only a few slivers of pork. Not a single chunk or substantial piece. Mostly tomoatoes and one corn kernel. It was weird. BUT it was cheap. So Im very thankful I did not spend a ton on it. I would just 86 that menu item.

    Chocolate Chip Cookie and Milk Cake. The Taverns dessert menu is a perfect end to a perfect meal!
    J B.

    Hard to find anything wrong with the Niwot Tavern! Just like town of Niwot, it's small, inviting and the people are awesome. Even the locals treat you right. The food and drinks are above par. Their food is scratch made and locally sourced. They even grow their own mint which is why they don't serve mojitos during the cold months. Suggest you get there after 4:00pm and take advantage of the dinner menu. The Niwot Tavern is the kind of place that makes you feel a little bit better when you leave!

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    11 days ago

    Awesome burger, fries, chicken egg rolls and turtle sundae! Food came fast and hot. Ambiance was good.

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    8 months ago

    Great neighborhood bar and grill. Super nice owners, solid food and great place to go and relax.

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    1 year ago

    Good food, Great service and a Cozy spot to get in out of the cold and enjoy a delicious hot meal.

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    Thanks for coming by!! Hope to see ya soon!

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    Thank you very much!

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    1 year ago

    This is a great go-to place for delicious comfort food. It still retains the vibe of a neighborhood tavern, and service is always friendly.

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    Awesome! Glad you found us :)

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    3 years ago

    Lots of great choices on the menu. Food was especially great for the prices. Loved the homey atmosphere too!

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    Thank you so much!

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    Food and service were great. Seated right away. Mushroom Swiss burger was cooked and there was a good amount of avocado on it.

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    2 years ago

    Phenomenal food and service! We enjoyed the tempura fish & chips and the cowboy burger, both were delicious!

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    Aww, thanks, Alys, we love you guys!!

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    Love them!! Great home feeling. Waitress are always great and helpful. Thanks for being a great small bar feel!!

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