The warmth of Tangerine. (Courtesy Tangerine Boulder)
Breakfast in Boulder: Start Your Day
Local hot spots and hidden gems serving up excellent breakfast fare
Article Dell Bleekman Photography Dell Bleekman, Tatiana Rene Photography and Courtesy of Tangerine Boulder
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oulder breakfast options are plentiful but you do need to make some choices. We get it—decision-making in the early morning is hard, especially before that all-important first cup of coffee. Are you leaning toward locally grown, organic and gluten-free? Or more traditional fare where butter isn’t banished and calories aren’t counted? Either way, start your day at one of these Boulder breakfast spots. You’ll be happy you did. Tangerine
This delightful North Boulder restaurant has breakfast (and brunch) as its sole focus and it shows: everything Tangerine does makes for an outstanding experience. The décor is bright and clean, while large orange lamps overhead provide a relaxing retro feel. But what brings in the crowds is the menu; bold, often unconventional items are sprinkled throughout and many are crowd-pleasers. The crab cakes are quite popular, as is the hickory-smoked Idaho Rainbow trout fillet. 30 Boulder Lifestyle | February 2014
Local ingredients are a focal point, vegan options are abundant. And while comfort food can be found on the menu it’s the adventurous eaters who are rewarded. The owners’ other restaurant, Arugula, quickly earned a place in the hearts and stomachs of Boulder foodies for lunch and dinner. Likewise, Tangerine has developed a loyal following of those who appreciate fine morning food. Tangerine’s artfully prepared veggie Benedict.