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AM ER ICAN
THE ROOST 526 Main St., Longmont, 303-827-3380
Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro Lafayette Winner: The Post Chicken & Beer Louisville Winner: The Waterloo Niwot Winners (tie): Niwot Tavern, Farow Lyons Winner: Oskar Blues Grill & Brew The Roost celebrates “American” food, which means its menu is stocked with the best dishes brought here from other places. That means favorites like German-born hamburgers, Canadianinspired short rib poutine and Mediterranean lamb gyros. Fans love the atmosphere and service, whether they’re at The Roost for beers after work, post-soccer dinner or date-night lamb chops and wine.
APPET I Z E R S / TA PAS
THE ROOST
99 Saloon. Credit: Jacqueline Collins Photography
526 Main St., Longmont, 303-827-3380
Louisville Winner: /pôr/ wine house Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro Lafayette Winner: Community Supper Club It’s no surprise that The Roost won over our readers’ taste buds from the start with a big menu of appetizer winners and beer-friendly snacks.
Consider the eatery’s hard-to-resist Totchos — think nachos with tater tots instead of chips — plus a stellar roasted pear salad with goat cheese and creamy scallop chowder. The something-for-everyone small plates include vegan crisply fried cauliflower, blistered shishitos and a hummus bowl with falafel.
ASIAN FUSION
BUSABA
133 McCaslin Blvd., Unit H, Louisville, 303-665-0330
Longmont Winner: East Moon Asian Bistro & Sushi Lafayette Winner: Pho Cafe
Since opening in 2010, Busaba has won over fans one bowl at a time and opened a second location in Boulder. Besides classic Thai preparations from pad Thai to pumpkin curry, Busaba crafts Asian favorites like Laotian larb, Japanese potstickers, and Vietnamese summer rolls. Don’t skip dessert! Top off dinner with fresh mango with sweet sticky rice or coconut ice cream.
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MOXIE BREAD CO. 641 Main St., Louisville, 720-420-9616
Longmont Winner: Babette’s Bakery Lafayette Winner: Jeannot’s Patisserie & Bistro Moxie Bread Company has won local and national awards since late master baker Andy Clark opened the bakery in 2015. Moxie uses organic, heirloom grains and slow fermentation to handcraft chewy, crusty loaves and tender pastries, like the signature buttery, flaky kouign-amann (QUEEN-ah-mahn). Coffee drinks, sandwiches and freshly milled flour are also available at cozy Moxie locations in Boulder and Lyons.
BAGELS
BARBE CUE
225 Main St., Longmont, 303-827-3740
250 3rd Ave., Longmont, 720-999-4099
Lafayette Winner: Big Daddy Bagels Louisville Winner: Moxie Bread Co. Broomfield Winner: First Watch
Louisville Winner: LuLu’s BBQ Lyons Winner: Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ & Brew Superior Winner: Wayne’s Smoke Shack Westminster: GQue BBQ Gunbarrel Winner: Avery Brewing Co.
MOE’S BROADWAY BAGEL
We still love our Moe’s Bagels after all these years. It could be the fresh baked, chewy garlic bagel smeared with house-made artichoke Parmesan cream cheese. We always look forward to Moe’s sandwiches: egg, sausage and Swiss in the a.m., or a toasted Reuben with a big cookie for lunch. Our change-of-pace treat is the first-class stuffed burrito.
GEORGIA BOYS BBQ CO.
Started by two native Peach State sons in 2011, Georgia Boys wins your votes annually for one simple reason: the meats. Smoke-infused ribs, pork, chicken, hot links and beef can be enjoyed on mac-n-cheese bowls and
salads, over fries, in sandwiches and as a highly craveable starter. The Tennessee Sticky Pig is salty smoked pork belly cubes in maple bourbon glaze.
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LUCILE’S CREOLE CAFE 518 Kimbark St., Longmont, 303-774-9814
Louisville Winner: The Huckleberry Lafayette Winner: Morning Glory Cafe Niwot Winner: Garden Gate Cafe Broomfield Winner: First Watch Long before Coach Prime dropped by and gave his thumbs-up to the grits,
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B E S T O F BO U L D E R - E A S T CO UN T Y
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Lucile’s was taking top honors every year in the Best Breakfast/Brunch category. Now, the eatery’s new Erie location is introducing more East Boulder County diners to Creole-style shrimp and grits, sausage gravy over a house-baked biscuit, red beans and crawfish etouffee. A plate of warm, sugary beignets usually seals the deal.
BURGER
THE WATERLOO 817 Main St., Louisville, 303-993-2094
Louisville Winner: Mudrock’s Tap & Tavern Longmont Winner: Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro The name of this category should really be “Best Burgers” for this year’s winner. The Waterloo serves a burger suited to every taste at your table whether they crave a half-pound beef patty, grilled chicken breast, bison burger or Beyond Burger patty. Besides the classic lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles, topping choices range from gorgonzola cheese to peanut butter on a regular or gluten-free bun. The Waterloo’s fries are fantastic.
B U R R ITO
EFRAIN’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 101 E. Cleveland St., Lafayette, 303-666-7544
Longmont Winner: Jefes Tacos & Tequila Lyons Winner: La Mariposa Restaurant & Margarita House Niwot Winner: Raza Fresa Against top-notch Mexican restaurant competition from Lyons to Longmont, Efrain’s won top burrito honors in East Boulder County. Adventurous diners can choose the Efrain Burrito and let the chef decide what to stuff inside a large flour tortilla. We recommend having it Christmas-style — topped with half red enchilada sauce and half hot green chile. Kids can order the smaller, milder Nino Burrito. BOULDER WEEKLY
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BU S IN ES S LUNCH
THE ROOST
526 Main St., Longmont, 303-827-3380
Lafayette Winner: Teocalli Cocina Louisville Winner: 740 Front Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro The Roost’s comfortable dining spaces aren’t too noisy or worse, too quiet. The veteran servers know how to get diners in and out of the eatery in an hour. From Thai pork tacos to Chilean salmon with couscous, the menu aims to satisfy diverse tastes. The Roost owners, Sean and Rebecca Gafner, know business people’s needs since they also operate Jefes Tacos and Tequila, Smokin Bowls, Swaylo’s Tiki Restaurant and this year’s Best New Business, 99 Saloon.
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East Boulder Winner: A Spice of Life Catering Lafayette Winner: Butcher & The Blonde Louisville Winner: The Huckleberry
Longmont Winner: East Moon Asian Bistro & Sushi Lafayette Winner: Colorado Wok
GEORGIA BOYS BBQ CO.
TASTY ASIA RESTAURANT
If you conducted an anonymous poll of people who attend parties, we bet the majority would rather have barbecue than whatever the host is serving. Over the years, folks have learned to leave the catering to Georgia Boys, whether for 10 people or a hundred. Guests rave about the ribs, mac-ncheese and smoky pulled pork with savory sauces. Take the pressure off yourself and let Georgia Boys cater your next shindig. 2023
Fans love Tasty Asia because it delivers no surprises with fast service for delivery, take-out or dine-in. The menu focuses on the popular favorites of Chinese-American cuisine from kung pao beef to moo shu shrimp. Complete lunch choices include an egg roll, a crab cheese wonton, steamed rice and a choice of soup. The huge menu also features Thai noodle dishes and curries.
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LAMAR’S DONUTS Longmont Winner: Landline Doughnuts & Coffee Lafayette Winner: Noks Donuts Broomfield Winner: 5280 Donuts Niwot Winner: Niwot Market Once a year, East Boulder County residents fill out their ballot and always agree on one thing: They love their LaMar’s Donuts and name it their favorite. That sort of doughnut devotion only comes from serious research sampling 50 flavors of knots, twists, fritters, cream-filled maple iced bars. We’ll take two original glazed and a strong cup of regular coffee.
24 CARROT BISTRO Louisville Winner: 740 Front Longmont Winner: Sugarbeet Niwot Winner (tie): 1914 House; Farow Lafayette Winner: Community Supper Club Even though 24 Carrot Bistro is a bit of a drive for most Boulder County diners, they happily trek to this intimate Erie eatery. Diners offer kudos for the imaginative cuisine using fresh, seasonal, local ingredients, not to mention the ambience and service. The menu from co-owners Bianca Retzloff and Kevin Kidd includes an irresistible small-plates lineup ranging from crispy duck confit with polenta to crab cakes and savory Parmesan-roasted cabbage. The lemon
brick chicken is a genuine finger-licking treat, with salt-roasted fingerling potatoes. Three words about dessert: 24 Carrot Cake!
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BISCUITS@MIKE’S Longmont area
Lafayette Winner: Ruby Ru’s Street Eatery East Boulder Winner (tie): McDevitt Taco Supply; Temaki Tornado Simply put, chef Mike Simuns crafts a superb fluffy biscuit. Fans make a beeline for his popular food truck no matter where it is parked for his savory or sweet biscuit of the day, such as cinnamon raisin or dill. Biscuit sandwich choices range from sausage or bacon
with egg and cheese to The Heather, filled with fried chicken, ham, cheese and plum jam.
GLUT E N -FR E E M E N U
MORNING GLORY CAFE
1377 Forest Park Circle, Lafayette, 303-604-6351
Erie Winner: Piripi Longmont Winner: The Roost Louisville Winner: Love’s Gluten Free Bakery Diners seeking gluten-free fare have gotten pickier. They want true choices, not simply that “gluten-free buns are available.” Morning Glory Cafe owns this category because it goes the extra mile when it comes to dietary restrictions. GF breakfast selections include plain, blueberry, and chocolate chip pancakes and a large breakfast burrito. Lunches include GF burgers and a blackened shrimp salad. For a gluten-free meal ender, fork into a slice of Morning Glory’s carrot spice cake with cream cheese frosting.
I C E C R E AM / FR OZ E N YO GURT
SWEET COW ICE CREAM 637 Front St., Louisville, 303-666-4269
Lafayette Winner: Eats & Sweets Longmont Winner: Scrumptious From a single shop in Louisville, Sweet Cow has built an ice cream empire with multiple locations on the Front Range. Sweet Cow’s secret is simply to handcraft smallbatches of ice cream and gelato from great ingredients. We’re huge fans of the coffee ice cream and the Thai iced tea vegan ice cream. Certain favorites, like chocolate chip cookie dough, are so popular they remain in the always-changing flavor rotation.
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FLAVOR OF INDIA 370 Main St., Longmont, 303-682-9010
Louisville Winner: Taj Mahal III Lafayette Winner: Tandoori Kitchen Nederland Winner: Kathmandu Restaurant Flavor of India remains our readers’ favorite in East Boulder County because the kind staff is dedicated to helping diners find their not-too-spicy choices on a big menu packed with curry, korma, vindaloo, biriyani and tandoori dishes. Don’t miss the hot vegetable samosas with chutney and tamarind dips paired with a malty Indian beer.
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PARMA TRATTORIA & MOZZARELLA BAR 1132 W. Dillon Road, Louisville, 303-284-2741
Longmont Winner: Caprese Trattoria Lafayette Winner: Mici Handcrafted Italian Parma is the place where our East Boulder County readers step out for true Italian fare and wine. Italian-born chef and owner Silvio Cuomo opened the restaurant in 2012 to dish meat and seafood gnocchi, pastas and risotto. Diners are happy to hang out and nibble at Parma’s mozzarella bar for a board of cheeses, meats and other treats. Parma attracts a weekday business lunch crowd for pizza, salads or small bites.
JAPANE SE
SUSHI AJI 489 N. Highway 287, Unit 100, Lafayette, 303-665-9242
Louisville Winner: Hana Japanese Bistro Longmont Winner: Sumo Sushi & Grill While Sushi Aji is known for its super-fresh nigiri and sashimi, East Boulder County residents and commuters also vote for the eatery’s other Japanese specialties. Topping the menu are pan fried dumplings, yaki udon (thick rice noodles), soft shell crab, and Monkey Brains — crab-stuffed fried avocado. Beverages include warm sake, cold Sapporo beer and hot green tea. Choose bento box meals for a quick lunch.
JUI C E / SM O OT HI E B AR
INTA JUICE
1067 S. Hover St., Longmont, 303-774-0094
Broomfield Winner: Tropical Smoothie Cafe Lafayette Winner: Blendz Juice Bar Inta Juice once again wins our readers’ love for making eating healthy so darn delicious and fun with smoothies, juice blends, bowls and shots (wheatgrass, not vodka). Smoothie faves include Love Potion #9, made with watermelon juice, raspberry sherbet, strawberries and blackberries. Milk, acai, strawberries, cherries granola and honey fill the hearty Coloradoan Bowl. Inta’s feel-good dessert smoothie is the Udder Chocolate, combining milk, malt, chocolate, and non-fat frozen yogurt.
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637 Front St., Louisville, 303-666-5743
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Lafayette Winner: Ruby Ru’s Street Eatery Superior Winner: Noodles & Company East Boulder Winner: Pica’s Mexican Taqueria
The original Oskar Blues location is still arguably the best. While the company has since expanded to include iterations as far as Brevard, North Carolina, and Austin, Texas, there’s still no better place to enjoy a Dale’s Pale Ale than in the place where it all began. Come for the beer and stay for the Silo Burger, topped with smoked pork, swiss, bacon and Dale’s buffalo sauce.
LUCKY PIE PIZZA & TAPHOUSE
You don’t need to be a friendly kid to understand why Lucky Pie always wins this category. Parents appreciate the first-class ingredients and full flavor of the pizzas, as well as the full selection of adult beverages. The younger generations know a playground when they see one like the yard behind the restaurant. Kids also notice that Sweet Cow Ice Cream is next door.
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MEX ICAN RE STAURANT
TEOCALLI COCINA
103 N. Public Road, Unit C, Lafayette, 303-284-6597
Longmont Winner: Jefes Tacos and Tequila East Boulder Winner: Pica’s Mexican Taqueria Lyons Winner: La Mariposa Restaurant and Margarita House Head chef Julio Gaspar has been cooking since his childhood. Growing up in Oaxaca, he’s mastered a variety of regional styles from across Mexico. His charred pasilla ribs, posole verde and pork shank pibil are as robust as they are enticing.
NE W RE STAURANT
99 BAR SALOON
449 Main St., Longmont, 720-815-2875
Lyons Winner: Marigold Lafayette Winner: Ruby Ru’s Street Eatery
Images of the Gafner family’s long commitment to great cattle line the walls of this excellent new pub and eatery. The name has been in the family since owner Sean Gafner’s grandfather established his cattle brand in 1930. With deep generational knowledge, Gafner is serving up some of the best burgers on the Front Range, especially The Aspen, with blue cheese, arugula, bacon-pepper jam, white onion and garlic mayo. As an added bonus, all the beef comes from neighboring Buckner Family Ranch.
N I WOT R E STAUR AN T
NIWOT TAVERN
7960 Niwot Road, Unit D12, Niwot, 303-652-0200 Since 2005, Niwot Tavern has been a local favorite for its rustic decor and cheery service. Dishes range from Irish Nachos — kettle chips topped with corn beef, mozzarella, cheddarjack, scallions and stone ground mustard — to an udon noodle bowl, with miso broth, shiitake and edamame. There’s also pretty much everything in between.
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THE ROOST
526 Main St., Longmont, 303-827-3380
Lafayette Winner: The Post Chicken & Beer Louisville Winner: Parma Trattoria & Mozzarella Bar Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro Niwot Winner: Farow This is not the first time The Roost has graced this list and it surely will not be the last. Burgers, burrito bowls and Thai pork tacos are joined by a solid whiskey list. It’s a foundational spot, proof that owner Sean Gafner is well on his way to becoming one of Longmont’s culinary head honchos.
Tangerine. Credit: Jacqueline Collins Photography
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TANGERINE
379 Main St., Longmont, 720-815-2888 300 S. Public Road, Lafayette, 303-443-5200
Lafayette Winner: Morning Glory Cafe Louisville Winner: The Huckleberry Niwot Winner: Garden Gate Cafe Originally opened in 2011 as the sister restaurant to the much loved North Boulder eatery Arugula, Tangerine has since grown to include locations in Boulder, Lafayette and Longmont. All three are bustling brunch joints with a firm hand on savory dishes like breakfast tacos and a reuben Benedict. But for those who need a little sweet to get their feet in motion, the strawberry and caramel pancakes are one of the region’s most decadent stacks.
P IZZA
LUCKY PIE PIZZA & TAPHOUSE 603 Front St., Louisville, 303-666-5743
Lafayette Winner: Proto’s Pizzeria Napoletana Longmont Winner: Urban Field Pizza and Market Lucky Pie is a locavore and beer geek haven. There are plenty of traditional pies, but the more outlandish ones, including the banana hammock — with sausage, banana peppers, caramelized onions, mozzarella and chives — really steal the show. The pistachio hummus is also worth checking out.
P IZZA R E STAURANT
URBAN FIELD PIZZA AND MARKET 150 Main St., Suite 202, Longmont, 720-633-8838
Lafayette Winner: Ghost Box Pizza Louisville Winner: Rosati’s Pizza
Many Boulderites have unwittingly found themselves reveling over Urban Field’s pizza while enjoying a preshow slice at The Lounge in the Boulder Theater. But a visit to the homebase is key. Not only is there a full menu of outrageously good pies, but the market is always stocked with local goods including fresh bouquets, honey and produce from neighboring farms.
PIZZA SLICE
ROSALEE’S PIZZERIA 461 Main St., Longmont, 303-485-5020
Lafayette Winner: Ghost Box Pizza Louisville Winner: Rosati’s Pizza Rosalee’s is old school. Fashioning its pies in the Old World East Coast style, the place sticks to the traditions laid out by early Italian immigrants. Exquisite ingredients are paramount, with options like the bacon and ricotta proving that beauty doesn’t always favor the complex.
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ACREAGE BY STEM CIDERS 1380 Horizon Ave., Lafayette, 303-227-3243
Longmont Winner: Pumphouse Brewery & Redzone Gunbarrel Winner: Avery Brewing Co. Erie Winner: Piripi Stem Ciders started in 2013 as an urban cidery in Denver’s RiNo district. But it was the 2018 opening of Acreage that really proved Stem was set to be a Colorado institution. Situated on one of Lafayette’s best mesas, Stem offers some of the best views of Boulder Valley. It doesn’t hurt that the place serves plates like duck confit and seared salmon, along with Stem’s full roster ciders and some taphouse exclusives.
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VOTED BEST SUSHI RESTAURANT IN LOUISVILLE!
Food PLACE TO GO ON A FIRST DAT E
ACREAGE BY STEM CIDERS 1380 Horizon Ave., Lafayette, 303-227-3243
Longmont Winner: The Roost Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro Acreage’s exquisite views, numerous lawn games and refined-but-unpretentious fare make it a great place for a first-time rendezvous. If sparks are flying, the cider doughnuts are a good way to score you some extra points with your date. And if the date is bad, the doughtnuts are a great way to console yourself.
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THE ROOST
526 Main St., Longmont, 303-827-3380
Lafayette Winner: Eats & Sweets Louisville Winner: The Melting Pot Niwot Winner: Farow Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro
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The Roost is a crowd favorite from start to finish. It’s a place that does the classics right, with a dessert list that features German chocolate cheesecake, a key lime tart and carrot cake. But at the center of it all is the brownie sundae, a hulking, surprisingly glutenfree dentists’ favorite, complete with Shelley’s vanilla bean ice cream, chocolate, caramel and Raspberry Chambord sauces, whipped cream and caramelized almonds.
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526 Main St., Longmont, 303-827-3380
Lafayette Winner: Ruby Ru’s Street Eatery Louisville Winner: LuLu’s BBQ Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro
The Roost can truly do no wrong. Guests know they can count on the Buckner lamb gyro or the blood orange sazerac. But it’s not just the cuisine. The staff is always courteous and professional, attentive but never overly doting.
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SNARF’S SANDWICHES 6652 Lookout Road, Boulder, 720-622-0107
Longmont Winner: Cheba Hut Louisville Winner: Moxie Bread Co. Lafayette Winner: Ruby Ru’s Street Eatery Niwot Winner: Niwot Market Since “The Shack” days, Snarf’s has been one of the Front Range’s pillars of serious sammich eminence. Today, with more than 25 years under its belt and locations extending as far as St. Louis and Austin, the menu remains largely unchanged. These are timeless hoagies, with classics like the Italian — salami, pepperoni, capicola, mortadella and provolone — and originals like the hotdog, bacon and American cheese all acting as vehicles for the famous house hot peppers.
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REELFISH FISH & CHIPS 2770 Arapahoe Road, Lafayette, 720-630-8053
Longmont Winner: Tortugas Louisville Winner: 740 Front Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro Dan Wolfson has proved that fastcasual seafood can be done right. With Reelfish, the team offers sizzling baskets of Alaskan cod, Atlantic haddock and walleye alongside fried shrimp, oysters and clam strips that taste as good as if they came straight off the boardwalk.
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Food S U S HI
SUSHI HANA
TH A I RESTAURANT
BUSABA
2065 Main St., Longmont, 303-485-1055
133 McCaslin Blvd., Unit H, Louisville, 303-665-0330
Lafayette Winner: Sushi Aji Louisville Winner: Sushi Yoshi
Lafayette Winner: Panang Thai Cuisine Longmont WInner: Jai Thai Kitchen
Sushi Hana has been a Best of Boulder favorite since 2008. Dishes like the soft shell crab with sweet sauce and the seven-piece all-tuna sashimi are a clear indication why. For anyone coming hungry, the Tekka Donburi is the way to go.
TACO
TEOCALLI COCINA 103 N. Public Road, Unit C, Lafayette, 303-284-6597
Longmont Winner: Jefes Tacos and Tequila Lyons Winner: La Mariposa Restaurant and Margarita House Guests can’t go wrong with a single dish on Julio Gaspar’s filling and fabulous menu. But the tacos may indeed serve as the list’s real show stopper. The carne asada, pork belly and birria are all stupendous, but it’s the pescado tempura-style that shows Gaspar’s knack for both the grand and the graceful.
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BUSABA
133 McCaslin Blvd., Unit H, Louisville, 303-665-0330
Lafayette Winner: Tip Top Savory Pies Longmont: Santiago’s Mexican Restaurant No matter the season, we turn to the subtle delights of opening a container of one of Busaba’s curries, its warmth inevitably combating chills both climactic and circumstantial. The crab fried rice is always packed to the gills with fresh lump, and the potstickers hold their shape and texture from delivery to that first perfect bite. BOULDER WEEKLY
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Whether enjoyed at home or on-site, there’s no denying that Busaba has got Thai classics down to an artform. Drunken noodles are always a good choice, but the dry seafood Tom Yum is one of the place’s best-kept secrets.
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LONGS PEAK PUB & TAPHOUSE 600 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont, 303-651-7886
Lafayette Winner: Morning Glory Cafe Louisville Winner: The Waterloo Longs Peak Pub & Taphouse is the Longmont offshoot of one of Boulder’s uncontested institutions, The Mountain Sun. So it should come as no surprise that the veggie burger is a crowd favorite, adorned with all the classic toppings and laid out on vegan ciabatta.
New Hours: Wednesday thru Monday: 7:30am - 3:00pm
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Tandoori Kitchen Indian & Nepalese Vegan and Gluton Free
Tandoori Kitchen is a collaboration between Colorado’s greatest Indian chefs and local restaurateurs
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LULU’S BBQ 702 Main St., Louisville, 720-5831789
Longmont Winner: Pumphouse Brewery & Redzone Broomfield Winner: Outlaw Wings Erie Winner: The Old Mine LuLu’s does all things barbecue with panache. The ribs fall off the bone and the brisket is properly slow smoked. The wings are a clear standout, but are best enjoyed as part of a full-fledged feast.
Thank you for Voting Us BEST Indian Restaurant 5 years in a row!
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PUMPHOUSE BREWERY & RED ZONE 540 Main St., Longmont, 303-702-0881
Louisville Winner: /pôr/ wine house Lafayette Winner: Romero’s K-9 Club & Tap House Hot off the heels of back-to-back championship seasons from the Avalanche followed by the Nuggets, it’s no wonder our readers voted Pumphouse Brewery & Red Zone as their go-to watering hole. Although it’s doubtful this year’s Broncos squad will see that success, the sports bar’s high TV-to-human ratio (33 HD TVs!), 8,000-square-foot space and casual atmosphere will keep our readers returning all year round. If you aren’t there for sports, try out the seasonal beer list that frequently has one-time brews you won’t find anywhere else.
B EER S E L E C T ION AT A R ESTAU R AN T
AVERY BREWING CO. 4910 Nautilus Court N., Boulder, 303-440-4324
Longmont Winner: Pumphouse Brewery & Red Zone Lafayette Winner: Romero’s K-9 Club & Tap House
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Pumphouse Brewery & Red Zone. Credit: Jacqueline Collins Photography
Louisville Winners (tie): Lucky Pie Pizza & Taphouse; Mudrocks Tap & Tavern Lyons Winner: Oskar Blues Grill & Brew Every week during the summer, Avery Brewing hosts an event where registrants run a 5k followed up with a free beer. That’s how reporter Will Matuska was introduced to Avery, and he’s been a loyal customer since. But forget the run — just walk inside and you’ll see
the wall filled with tap beers that has our readers choosing Avery for this category — if you can get past one of the best patios in the county.
CID E RY
ACREAGE BY STEM 1380 Horizon Ave., Lafayette, 303-227-3243
Longmont Winner: St. Vrain Cidery
2023
Erie Winner: The Old Mine Louisville Winner: Rocky Mountain Tap & Garden If you haven’t found yourself with one of Stem’s drinks in your hand overlooking the Rockies at golden hour, this is a sign to make it happen. Whether it’s the views, drinks or food, Acreage by Stem stands out as one of our readers’ favorite spots to bring friends, family, or just kick back.
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SWAYLO’S TIKI RESTAURANT AND BAR 1315 Dry Creek Drive, Longmont, 303-651-0527
Erie Winner: 24 Carrot Bistro Lafayette Winner: Community Supper Club Louisville Winner: /pôr/ wine house It’s time to trade in those overused and predictable rum and cokes or gin and tonics for something a little more interesting. Perhaps substitute with fresh cocktails like the Rocky Mountain Sling, Vanillakilla or Cha, Cha, Cha? Swaylo’s Tiki Restaurant and Bar has offered these drinks and more to our readers since 2015 when the Swaylo team wanted to create a “vibrant coastal dining experience” for the growing number of Longmonsters. Indulge with a clean conscience — the restaurant gives 20% of its profits to nonprofit organizations and the surrounding community.
C OFFEE HOUSE
COFFE E ROAST E R
627 Main St., Longmont, 303-834-8418
1232A S. Hover St., Longmont, 720-600-6689
MECO COFFEE COLLECTIVE
Louisville Winner: Ziggi’s Coffee Lafayette Winner: The Read Queen Bookstore & Cafe When a space opened up on Main Street in Longmont in 2021, MeCo Coffee Collective co-founders Isaac Olson and Shane Stinn knew they had a home for their communityfocused cafe. The name, if you’re wondering, comes from the founders’ two points of origin — Maine and Colorado. Today, the business has become a favorite for locally roasted coffee, serving out its infamous Cheesy Bits cracker and the two “store ambassadors” — the dogs Addie and Thea who “excel in treat tasting and hug giving as well as being the cutest.”
OZO COFFEE CO.
Gunbarrel Winner: Ampersand Coffee Roasters Louisville Winner: Giovannitti Coffee Roasters Lafayette Winner: OTIS Craft Collective Erie Winner: Erie Coffee Roasters We love a good coffee roaster, and it’s crystal clear to our readers that Ozo Coffee Co. does it best. Ozo started sourcing ethically and sustainably grown coffee from around the world in 2007, and has since become a staple for coffee lovers around the county. It uses Diedrich and Gothot coffee roasters to highlight the best characteristics from every region — giving unique and distinct flavors our readers love to slurp.
C R AFT B R E W E RY
LEFT HAND BREWING CO. 1265 Boston Ave., Longmont, 303-772-0258
Superior Winner: 4 Noses Brewing Co. Louisville Winner: Crystal Springs Brewing Co. Gunbarrel Winner: Avery Brewing Co. Lafayette: Liquid Mechanics Brewing Co. Niwot: Fritz Family Brewers Colorado is the promise land for beer lovers — there are 400 craft breweries in the state, according to colorado.com. Boulder County is no exception to that trend. But Left Hand Brewing Company stands out among all the rest. Many of its beers have won awards from the European Beer Star, the World Beer Cup and the Great American Beer Festival, but Avery’s stouts are its most decorated style, netting nearly 40 of these awards since 2006.
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Grand Merci for voting us Best Bakery in Lafayette!
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Drink BEST OF BO U L D E R - E A S T CO U NTY D I ST IL L E RY
SPIRIT HOUND DISTILLERS 4196 Ute Highway, Lyons, 303-823-5696
Longmont Winner: Dry Land Distillers Lafayette Winner: DEKI Distillery Ask the folks at Spirit Hound Distillers how they make our readers’ favorite locally produced spirits and they’ll say dedication, tradition and Rocky Mountain snowmelt. New American gin, vodka, coffee liqueur, rum, sambuca and whisky, whisky, whisky are produced at this Lyon’s distillery. The Hound’s straight malt whisky has gained global recognition, scoring 96 of 100 points at the 2022 London Spirits Competition. Every barrel of the distillery’s honey-aged whisky is bottled as a single barrel, making it
100% unique. From hand-crafted labels to locally sourced botanicals, everything Spirit Hound makes is a delicious labor of love.
H A P PY HOUR
PUMPHOUSE BREWERY & RED ZONE
are $2 off, from asiago-artichoke dip to pretzel bites, wings and crispy calamari. For the late night crowd, drop by between 9 p.m. and closing to get the same great deals.
LAT T E / MOCHA
MECO COFFEE COLLECTIVE
540 Main St., Longmont, 303-702-0881
627 Main St., Longmont, 303-834-8418
Lafayette Winner: 95a Bistro & Co. Louisville Winner: /pôr/ wine house Erie Winner: Piripi
Louisville Winner: Ziggi’s Coffee Lafayette Winner: The Read Queen Bookstore & Cafe
The happiest hours in East County are at Pumphouse Brewery. Stop by Monday through Friday between 3 and 6 p.m. to get deals on pints, Long Island iced teas, house margaritas, well drinks and house wines, all under $6. And if you’re feeling hungry, all of Pumphouse’s dozen-plus appetizers
A latte may seem like a simple drink, but it requires a mindful and educated approach to make it the delightful treat it is. Our readers head to MeCo Coffee Collective when they want a latte done right: silky, sweet and sumptuous. The baristas at this downtown Longmont coffeehouse know the
sound of a perfectly steamed cup of milk, and the exact ratio of coffee, water, heat and pressure to bring out the acidity and sweetness of espresso. The creamy result finishes with a crisp tartness. Ask for a pump or two of mocha if you’ve got a sweet tooth.
M AR GAR I TA
TEOCALLI COCINA 103 N. Public Road, Unit C, Lafayette, 303-284-6597
Longmont Winner: Jefes Tacos & Tequila East Boulder Winner: Pica’s Mexican Restaurant and Taqueria Louisville Winner: Casa Alegre According to Wine Enthusiast, “it’s hard to say definitively who created the margarita,” but we here in Boulder County know that Teocalli Cocina
MeCo Coffee Collective. Credit: Jacqueline Collins Photography
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Best Thai Restaurant & Best asian fusion 8 Years in a row
Thank You FoR VoTInG uS! BesT AsiAn Fusion • BesT TAke-ouT BesT ThAi ResTAuRAnT
133 S. MccaSlin Blvd, louiSville • 303-665-0330 4800 BaSeline Rd. a-110, BouldeR • 720-350-4927 coMing Soon to longMont Like us on facebook www.BuSaBaco.coM
Drink offers up tiptop variations of the tart libation, from a classic La Casa Margarita with Monte Alban Reposado Tequila, to the spice of Aro De Fuego with fresno-andjalapeño-infused tequila, housemade sour, cilantro simple syrup and fresh lime. Teocalli keeps it simple with great tequila and fresh lime juice. What more could you ask for? Maybe some chips and salsa, and Teocalli’s got that too.
SPORTS BAR
PUMPHOUSE BREWERY & RED ZONE 540 Main St., Longmont, 303-702-0881
Louisville Winner: Mudrock’s Tap & Tavern Erie Winner: Lazy Dog Sports Bar & Grill Lafayette Winner: Dillinger’s Food & Spirits
VOTED BEST COFFEE ROASTER IN LOUISVILLE! We Specialize in
Fresh-Roasted Small Batch Coffee!
The Red Zone was literally built to provide Longmont with a first-rate sports bar. Open at 10 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday for all the college and NFL games, The Red Zone is the place to watch the Buffs and the Broncos. Check the Pumphouse website for any given day’s TV lineup, then head down to Main Street, grab a table with your pals and order some brewskis and a couple of baskets of wings. There’s also plenty of seating outside — with heaters for when it’s chilly and misters for when it’s hot — that still gives you a great view of your favorite sporting events on the telly. Game on!
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THE HUCKLEBERRY 700 Main St., Louisville, 303-284-6597
Lafayette Winner: The Read Queen Bookstore & Cafe Longmont Winner: MeCo Coffee Collective You don’t have to head to Old Blighty to have the perfect traditional afternoon tea, because The Huckleberry in Louisville has you covered. Relax at a table dressed with crisp linens while you’re served a bountiful tiered tower of sweet and savory tea sandwiches baked fresh that day. Choose from The Huckleberry’s extensive selection of black, white, green, oolong and herbal teas. It’s the perfect way to catch up with an old friend or celebrate a special occasion.
W I N E SE L E C T I O N
/PÔR/ WINE HOUSE 701 Main St., Louisville, 720-916-3296
Longmont Winner: Küper Wine Bar Erie Winner: Piripi Niwot Winner: Farrow Looking to drink wine on the sundrenched patio of some remote European cafe? Save the airfare and head to /pôr/ wine house, where you’ll be steps away from downtown Louisville but feel as though you’re on vacation an ocean away. One look at the stellar wine list and you’ll see why our readers are enamored. /pôr/ wine house offers 24 wines by the glass, with a varietal to suit every palette. And if you’re not sure what you want, there’s always a sommelier on staff to guide your drinking experience.
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louisville’s great family indian restaurant
Taj Mahal III ResTauRanT Wine, Beer & Food
boulder’s great family indian restaurant
Food, Wine & Beer
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Entertainment & Culture
ART GAL L E RY
PARTICULARS ART GALLERY 401 S. Public Road, Suite 1, Lafayette, 720-890-7888
Longmont Winner: Firehouse Art Center Louisville Winner: Creative Framing Art Gallery Lyons Winner: Red Canyon Art Celebrating 15 years of serving Lafayette’s creative community, pARTiculars Art Gallery pulls out all the stops when it comes to homegrown art. To celebrate the milestone, the arts center is offering 15% off gift certificates for those who complete a 15-clue scavenger hunt in the gallery space. With a rotating calendar of exhibitions and classes throughout the year, it’s easy to see why this local linchpin took home top honors this year in the Art Gallery category.
DAY CAR E C E N TER
PRIMROSE SCHOOL 411 Homestead St., Lafayette, 303-665-4769
Broomfield Winner: Bright Horizons Montessori at Interlocken Louisville Winner: La Petite Academy
pARTiculars Art Gallery. Credit: Susan France
When it comes to looking after your little ones, our readers say Primrose School is the gold standard. For nearly 40 years, this national system of accredited private preschools has built its name by providing high-quality learning experiences that set the stage for a lifetime of learning. The school employs a “Balanced Learning” technique that “balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion.”
E SCAPE ROOM
leave — but getting out is the name of the game at Rabbit Hole Recreation Services. That’s easier said than done at this thrilling escape room in Louisville, featuring 4D environments, cutting-edge technology and surround sound making for an immersive experience that’s fun for all ages. Whether you’re looking for a team-building activity or just a fun night out with friends, our readers say a trip down the Rabbit Hole is the way to go.
RABBIT HOLE RECREATION SERVICES 1156 W. Dillon Road, Unit 1, Louisville, 720-890-4242
Broomfield Winner: Themescape Escape Rooms Longmont Winner: Atlas Escape Rooms At most Best of Boulder-winning establishments, you never want to
Winning our 13th Best
Music Venue, Place to dance and Jazz Venue
Nissi’s Entertainment Venue & Event Center
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Entertainment & Culture BEST OF BOULDER - EAST COUNTY LI V E JA Z Z VEN UE
LIV E THE AT E R GROUP
and professional theatrical lighting and sound, making it our readers’ pick for best live theater group in East County.
1455 Coal Creek Drive, Unit T, Lafayette, 720-535-7113
513 Main St., Longmont, 303-772-5200
M USIC VE NUE
NISSI’S
Longmont Winner: The Speakeasy Louisville Winner: Gravity Brewing When it comes to experiencing the East County jazz scene in full fidelity, Nissi’s in Lafayette is the place to be. That’s the word among Best of Boulder voters, who have once again crowned Nissi’s with a bevy of honors including Best Live Jazz Venue. From local players to touring acts, this celebrated venue has got you covered. Come on their regular Wine and Jazz nights for 20% off select bottles.
LONGMONT THEATRE COMPANY Lafayette Winner: Theater Company of Lafayette Louisville Winner: CenterStage Theatre Company Entertainment and education go hand in hand at Longmont Theater Company, dazzling the community with year-round performances at the Longmont Performing Arts Center and training the next generations of thespians through its youth theater program. This downtown Art Deco gem features a 1,100-foot square foot stage, dressing rooms, limited backstage space
NISSI’S
1455 Coal Creek Drive, Unit T, Lafayette, 720-535-7113
Louisville Winner: The Waterloo Longmont Winner: The Roost Lyons Winner: Oskar Blues Grill & Brew Though it took home the gold in the live jazz category, you’ll find music of all genres at Nissi’s in Lafayette. Whether you’re in the mood for highoctane rock, down-home roots music or smooth R&B, Best of Boulder voters
say Nissi’s is the place to be. That’s a big part of why this concert hotspot was crowned top music venue by our readers, who agree that it’s the best place to catch a show in East County.
N O N PR O FI T
SISTER CARMEN COMMUNITY CENTER 655 Aspen Ridge Drive, Lafayette, 303-665-4342
Longmont Winner: Longmont Humane Society Louisville Winner: CenterStage Theatre Co. Doing good is the goal at Sister Carmen Community Center in Lafayette. For more than four decades, this non-religious 501(c) (3) nonprofit has provided critical assistance to the community’s most vulnerable residents. From help covering bills to accessing healthy food and putting warm clothes on people’s backs, this local lifeline offers a suite of services to help folks get on their feet and stay there.
O PE N M I C
BOOTSTRAP BREWING COMPANY 142 Pratt St., Longmont, 720-438-8488
Lyons Winner: Oskar Blues Grill & Brew Lafayette Winner: Cannon Mine Coffee Bootstrap Brewing Company is more than a great place to grab a pint — it’s also home to the best open mic in East County, according to Boulder Weekly readers. Hosted by Denny Driscoll every Monday night at 6 p.m., this regular showcase of local talent is the place to be when it comes to catching upand-coming acts or sharing your own creativity with the world. Bootstrap Brewing Company. Credit: Susan France
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Entertain. & Culture Thank you for voting us
Best Shoe Store!
DANSKO•MERRELL KEEN•BROOKS•HOKA ALTRA•NEW BALANCE WINNER 2023
PLACE TO DANCE
PL AC E TO W I FI
1455 Coal Creek Drive, Unit T, Lafayette, 720-535-7113
Multiple locations, Longmont, 720-699-8726
Longmont Winner: The Speakeasy Louisville Winner: The Waterloo
Lafayette Winner: Read Queen Bookstore & Cafe Louisville Winner: Bittersweet Cafe & Confections
NISSI’S
When it comes to cutting a rug in East County, Best of Boulder voters agree there’s no better spot than Nissi’s. From Latin nights to electro-funk dance parties, this Lafayette entertainment hub is the far-and-away favorite when it comes to strutting your stuff on the dance floor. And with a range of themed nights and drink specials, you’ll want to bring the whole crew during your next big night on the town.
ZIGGI’S COFFEE
With the rise of remote work, a strong wifi signal in a comfortable environment is more important than ever. If you ask Boulder Weekly readers their favorite place to get stuff done in East County, the answer is loud and clear: Ziggi’s Coffee. And with multiple locations in Longmont and elsewhere, it couldn’t be more convenient to pop in and tackle that next big project while enjoying small bites and irresistible offerings from the espresso bar.
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm • Sat 10am-5pm • Closed Sunday
Dee-o-Gee
is a one stop shop for Grooming, Daycamp, Do it yourself dog wash and retail focussing on the health of your pets. We sell Holistic pet food, supplements, and everything else your pet needs. If we don’t have it in the store we can order it for you!
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Dawson School. Credit: Susan France
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Entertain. & Culture P R I VAT E S C H OOL
DAWSON SCHOOL 10455 Dawson Drive, Lafayette, 303-665-6679
Longmont Winner: Gateway Montessori School Niwot Winner: Boulder Valley Waldorf School Few things in life are more important than a good education — that’s where Dawson School comes in. And when it comes to quality instruction, Boulder Weekly readers say this private, coeducational, college preparatory day school founded in 1970 is the top of the crop. With top-notch faculty and resources, it’s easy to see why voters put their trust in this Lafayette learning institution serving grades K-12.
P U B LI C S C H OOL 9 - 12
CENTAURUS HIGH SCHOOL 10300 W. South Boulder Road, Lafayette, 720-561-7500
Erie Winner: Erie High School Louisville Winner: Monarch High School Longmont Winner: Longmont High School
The leadership team at Centaurus High School in Lafayette understands that our adolescent years are crucial. That much is evident in the curriculum at this BVSD public secondary school — featuring international baccalaureate, advanced placement, AVID and engineering programs — that’s been serving the local community since 1974.
P U BLIC S CHOOL K-8
COAL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
801 W. Tamarisk St., Louisville, 720-561-4500
Westminster Winner: Ryan Elementary School Longmont Winner: Blue Mountain Elementary School
Thank you for Voting Us
“BesT LiVe TheaTre GroUp” visit www.longmonttheatre.org for upcoming performances 513 Main Street, Longmont, CO • 303.772.5200
Fostering a lifetime of learning is the goal at Coal Creek Elementary School, which is why Best of Boulder voters give this Louisville school such high marks. Recognized as a John Irwin School of Excellence, this neighborhood school serves roughly 400 students with “a child-centered, holistic approach to education.” From extra-curricular instruction to core learning, our readers say this public learning institution is top of the class.
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Health & Fitness
AC U PU N C T U R E C LI NI C
LEFT HAND COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE 780 W. Baseline Road, Suite A, Lafayette, 720-378-6090
Louisville Winner: Louisville Acupuncture Longmont Winner: Good Life Acupuncture & Wellness Center At Left Hand Community Acupuncture, community is the name of the game. The Lafayettebased center offers treatments on a sliding, pay-what-you-can scale ranging from $40-$75. Treatments are given in a shared room with six massage tables and five recliners. The center’s owner, Caroline Adams, used to be a librarian for a tech company and now “uses her problem-solving skills to help people achieve their health goals,” according to the website.
B AR B E R S H O P
FLOYD’S 99 BARBERSHOP 589 S. Hover St., Suite 600, Longmont, 303-485-1150
Louisville Winner: Thunderbird Barbers
Floyd’s 99 Barbershop Credit: Susan France
There’s nothing like a good haircut to revive your down-in-the-dumps confidence. At Floyd’s 99 Barbershop, you can get the freshest cut in town while perusing a mural of music icons. The shop has a full slate of services including haircuts and color, fades, beard trims and straight razor shaves. Plus, every service is finished with a complimentary shoulder massage.
CHIROPRACTOR
ELITE CHIROPRACTIC 1020 W. Century Drive, Unit 101, Louisville, 303-516-1517
Longmont Winner: Johnston Chiropractic Lafayette Winner: Compass Chiropractic
Dr. Joel Fry has been serving the East Boulder County community since 2000. He grew up in Louisville and wanted to ground his practice in the family-oriented lifestyle of his hometown. Elite Chiropractic specializes in challenging cases where traditional medicine has failed, and for people who simply want to improve their health and function. So whether you’re feeling out of alignment or just want to be at your best, Elite Chiropractic has you covered.
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THE SPOT
1754 Dogwood St., Louisville, 303-317-3770
Longmont Winner: Longmont Climbing Collective Broomfield Winner: G1 Climbing Erie Winner: Erie Community Center Send it to new heights at The Spot in Louisville on our readers’ favorite routes in town, where the 25,000-square-foot facility boasts walls up to 45 feet tall. If you’re new to climbing or want to take your skills to the next level, The Spot offers everything from intro to ropes to multi-pitch classes to help you reach your goals. And when you’re all climbed out, the gym also offers yoga and fitness classes.
DA N C E ST U DIO
TARA CLUCK DANCE CENTER 990 S. Public Road, Unit C, Lafayette 1304 Centaur Village Drive, Lafayette, 303-665-0908
Longmont Winner: Dance Dimensions Lafayette Winner: The Arts HUB Don’t let the logo fool you — Tara Cluck’s Dance Center isn’t yet another chicken sandwich shop. As TCDC’s website puts it, the training is “drenched in love and fun,” and our readers agree. The studio has been serving East Boulder County for more than a decade, growing from a small studio in an old 7-Eleven, where Cluck taught every class, to a two-location operation staffed by 25 teachers and serving more than 500 dancers. Dancers ages 2 and up can find their place at the studio, which offers everything from ballet to hip hop to musical theater. TCDC also offers monthly classes for dancers with special needs.
DAY S PA
TRIVIUM SALON 945 Front St., Louisville, 303-949-5542
Longmont Winner: Sunflower Spa Lafayette Winner: Ninety-Fifth Street Salon & Spa Niwot Winner: Blessings Day Spa
Sometimes you need to treat yourself. And for a relaxing day at the spa, Best of Boulder voters choose Trivium Salon. The salon has captured our readers’ hearts and votes since 2017, with services ranging from facials, lash tinting, waxing and makeup application. Trivium was also the top pick for Best Hair Salon, so no matter what service you need, you’re sure to leave Trivium looking and feeling refreshed.
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LOUISVILLE FAMILY DENTAL 168 Centennial Parkway, Suite 190, 303-666-4499
Longmont Winner: Longmont Complete Dentistry Niwot Winner: Niwot Dental Louisville Family Dental creates bright smiles for patients from Louisville, Lafayette, Boulder, Broomfield, Arvada and nearby counties. With friendly and caring service at the root of their work, the practice offers general, restorative, and cosmetic services, from whitening and veneers to crowns and fillings. Dr. Carrie Leypoldt and Dr. Mike Israelson
aim to create a relaxing environment for patients, and that’s what keeps our readers coming back.
GO L F C O UR SE
INDIAN PEAKS GOLF COURSE 2300 Indian Peaks Trail, Lafayette, 303-666-4706
Longmont Winner: Sunset Golf Course Louisville Winner: Coal Creek Golf Course Niwot Winner: Haystack Mountain Golf Course With breathtaking views of the Flatirons, our readers say there’s no better place than Indian Peaks Golf Course to spend a day on the green. The course itself was designed by Hall of Famer Hale Irwin and has drawn golfers near and far since its opening in 1993. Even if you’re not planning to hit the links, watching the sunset from the Peaks Bar and Grill’s patio with a beer in hand is worth the trip alone.
GY M / FI T N E SS C E N T E R
YMCA OF NORTHERN COLORADO 2800 Dagny Way, Lafayette, 303-664-5455
Longmont Winner: Longmont Recreation Center Erie Winner: Erie Community Center It’s fun to stay at the YMCA of Northern Colorado! There’s “many ways to have a good time,” including a swimming pool, ice rink, turf field, basketball court and more. The list goes on and on in the 50,000-square-foot facility. Aside from its recreational offerings, the center also offers before and after school care, summer camps and Red Cross Trainings.
Trivium Salon Credit: Susan France
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Health & Fitness BE S T O F BO U L D E R - E A ST C O UN T Y HA I R SALO N
TRIVIUM SALON 945 Front St., Louisville, 303-949-5542
Longmont Winner: Studio Boom Lafayette Winner: Salon Picasso If you’ve ever had a bad haircut, you know the value of a good one — one that leaves you confidently flipping your hair and checking yourself out in every window you pass. That’s what our readers say they get at Trivium Salon, a “chic, progressive and hip” salon in Old Town Louisville. Not only does Trivium offer a range of services including cuts, colors and keratin treatments, it also aims to take care of the environment. Trivium recycles or repurposes 95% of its waste, including hair clippings, color, chemical foils, electronics, plastics and aerosol cans, so you can look and feel good about your cut.
H OS P ITAL
ADVENTHEALTH AVISTA 100 Health Park Drive, Louisville, 303- 673-1000
Lafayette Winner: Boulder Community Health While spending time in the hospital isn’t something anyone wants to do, we’re all bound to do it at one time or another — and when that time comes, we all want to feel we’re in good hands. At AdventHealth Avista, patients can expect compassionate, experienced and cutting-edge care. The hospital centers “whole-person care” and is nationally recognized for patient safety, quality and transparency.
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EYE CARE CENTER OF NORTHERN COLORADO 1400 Dry Creek Drive, Longmont, 303-772-3300
Louisville Winner: Front Range Eye Physicians For those of us with sub-20/20 vision, waking up in the morning and being able to see clearly is the stuff of dreams. But with LASIK treatment at Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado, those dreams can become a reality. Reviewers rave about Dr. Aimee Verner’s caring bedside manner and depth of knowledge that puts patients at ease — and our Best of Boulder voters clearly see it too.
M ART IAL ARTS
TRAN’S MARTIAL ARTS AND FITNESS CENTER 117 S. Sunset St., Suite D, Longmont, 303-776-1887
Louisville Winner: Louisville TaeKwonDo Family Center Lafayette Winner: Vision Quest Martial Arts Tran’s Martial Arts and Fitness is more than a place to earn your black belt —
it’s a place to experience transformation and connection. With classes for kids, teens and adults, Tran’s is here to serve anyone who wants to build confidence, learn self-defense and become a part of a community.
M ASSAGE
SUNFLOWER SPA 1715 Iron Horse Drive, Unit 150, Longmont, 303-529-6349
Louisville Winner: Elements Massage Lafayette Winner: Ocean Stone Gunbarrel Winner: The Body Bar Hiking, skiing, climbing and all the other typical Colorado activities are sure to leave you with sore muscles, so take a load off and unwind at Sunflower Spa with our readers’ favorite massage. Each session is customized for your needs and all therapists are highly trained in deep tissue and clinical modalities. They also offer motherhood massages and cupping therapy.
N AI L SALO N
ALLURE NAIL BAR 1230 S. Hover St., Unit 300, Longmont, 303-848-4211
Lafayette Winner: Luxe Nail Bar Louisville Winner: Nails 2000 When it comes to the Best Nail Salon in East County, our readers point their painted talons to Longmont’s Allure Nail Bar. The salon offers a full menu of nail services including manis, pedis, acrylics, gel and nail art. And if you’re looking for a more comprehensive spa treatment, Allure also offers waxing, eyelash extensions and facials. Walk-ins are welcome, so don’t fret if you chip a nail and need a touch up in a pinch. YMCA of Northern Colorado Credit: Susan France
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Erie Winner: Caraway Orthodontics Longmont Winner: Martin Family Orthodontics Lafayette Winner: Lafayette Family Orthodontics When it comes to improving your smile, there’s no one our readers trust more than Melcher Orthodontics. With the latest orthodontic technology, patients can expect shorter treatment times, fewer office visits and less discomfort. Patients can also expect Drs. Thomas and Matthew Melcher, father and son, to personally evaluate each patient during their visit.
COAL CREEK PHYSICAL THERAPY
Longmont Winner: Alpine Physical Therapy Lafayette Winner: Club Pilates An injury and lingering pain can prevent you from doing the things you want to do like hiking, skiing, biking and from things you may need to do like working, driving and sleeping. At Coal Creek Physical Therapy, the goal is to allow you to be pain free and say “yes” to the things you want and need to do. Coal Creek uses an integrated approach combining handon treatment, education and therapeutic exercise. As their motto says, “Feel better. Live a life you love.”
URGE NT CARE
TIE: AFC URGENT CARE, UC HEALTH URGENT CARE AFC: 1335 E. South Boulder Road, Suite C, Louisville, 720-961-9700 UC: 2101 Main St., Longmont, 720-745-8030
Erie Winner: BCH Urgent Care Lafayette Winner: Advanced Urgent Care If you’re under the weather, have a weird rash, or sprained your ankle booking it down a 14er, there’s nothing worse than waiting around at a bad urgent care facility. You want quality care and you don’t want to wait too long to get it. (That’s why it’s called urgent care, right?) From lab testing to stitches to onsite X-rays, our readers trust AFC Urgent Care and UC Health Urgent Care for the unexpected inju-
ries and illnesses that aren’t serious enough for the ER but can’t wait for a doctor’s appointment. Both urgent care establishments offer walk-ins, but if you don’t want to wait around, you can reserve your spot online.
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JASPER ANIMAL HOSPITAL
1369 Forest Park Circle, Unit 101, Lafayette, 303-665-4002
Longmont Winner: Longmont Humane Society Louisville Winner: Louisville Family Animal Hospital Erie Winner: Foxtail Pines Pets are our family and when it comes to their health care, they deserve nothing but the best. Jasper Animal Hospital comes highly recommended for their kind, compassionate and comprehensive vet care. They’ve been serving Lafayette and surrounding communities for more than two decades and offer comprehensive care including wellness checks, microchipping, testing and surgical procedures for your fur (or scale or feather) babies.
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YOGA POD
2201 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 720-815-4435
Lafayette Winner: Soul Tree Studio Louisville Winner: Yoga Junction Find your inner peace at restorative yoga or turn up the heat at podHOT at Longmont’s Yoga Pod. The studio is owned by a husband and wife duo and has been a reader favorite year after year between its Boulder and Longmont locations. With a full slate of classes each day, you can be sure to squeeze a savasana into your busy schedule. Sunflower Spa Credit: Jacqueline Collins Photography
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319 Main St., Longmont, 303-955-1519 New wave, punk, honky tonk, shoegaze, heavy metal, hip-hop, soul, easy listening, trance… whatever your taste, the folks at Absolute Vinyl can help you connect you with music that speaks to you. Better yet, they can help you find things you didn’t even know you wanted. If you’re a turntablist, there’s nowhere better in East County to dig through crates looking for that hidden gem that will leave listeners’ jaws on the dance floor. Collectables, first prints and rarities abound at this small-butmighty establishment.
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a vintage plushie? Whatever it is that you desire, The Lafayette Flea should have it. Hosting numerous vendors, this cozy trove introduces new vendors every day, so you’ll never walk into the same store twice. And be sure to say hello to Beaux, the resident flea market feline.
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PITCH KARAOKE 640 Main St., Suite C, Louisville, 720-730-4105 Sporting a state-of-the-art audio system and over 5,000 songs to choose from, it’s safe to say Pitch Karaoke takes their craft seriously. Swing by Louisville’s loudest little entertainment stop for some sake on tap, a lounge on their new-andimproved patio, and an hour with your friends to belt your favorite Taylor Swift songs (if that’s what you’re into).
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ACME FINE GOODS 915 Walnut St., Louisville, 303-862-8191 “Drip,” informally, is roughly defined as an immaculate sense of style, generally categorized by garments of clothing and accessories. If such is true, then you’ll be drowning in curated fashion when you check out ACME Fine Goods. From quality street wear to top-ofthe-line outdoor gear, and a knowledgeable staff to help you put together your outfit, this spot has you covered.
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BOULDER CREEK NEIGHBORHOODS 712 Main St., Louisville, 303-544-5857
First Runner-Up: Cottonwood Custom Builders Second Runner-Up: Cornerstone Homes
Home is where the heart is, and Boulder Creek Neighborhoods’ homes are designed to give you more time to do the things you love. Every Boulder Creek community has a neighborhood lifestyle association that helps manage chores like exterior maintenance, lawn mowing, snow shoveling and yard work to give you more of your time back. The production home builder is also working to rebuild nearly 100 homes for families impact-
ed by the Marshall Fire, offering a range of floor plans with limited customizability to make building as efficient as possible.
HOM E FURNISHINGS
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE Multiple locations, 303-404-2008
Longmont Winner: Front Range Mercantile Indoor Flea Market With the cost of living ever on the rise, buying brand new furniture often feels out of reach. But at Habitat for Humanity ReStore, you’ll find new and gently used furniture at a fraction of the price. In addition to furniture, you’ll also find appliances, home improvement products and building materials that have been donated by
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BLUEBIRD WINDOWS & DOORS 1200 Diamond Circle, Unit J, Lafayette, 303-848-3835
Longmont Winner: Budget Home Supply If you’re tired of the drafts in your home or throwing money away on heating and cooling that’s ultimately lost to subpar windows and doors, it might be time for an upgrade. And when it comes to improvements on windows and doors, our readers turn to Lafayette’s BlueBird Windows and Doors. The family-owned business offers high performance windows and doors to fit a wide range of needs, budgets and preferences.
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PRECISION PLUMBING HEATING COOLING & ELECTRIC 5035 Chaparral Court, Boulder, 720-797-0579
Longmont Winner: M and M Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical Precision has been serving Denver and Boulder areas for more than four decades with fast and friendly service our readers trust. Their phone lines are open 24/7 and they provide up-front, per job pricing, meaning you pay the same price regardless of work time. They offer a range of heating and AC repair and installation services as well as an array of indoor air quality solutions to ensure the air in your home is fresh, clean and free of pollutants. Native Edge Credit: Susan France
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WAY TO GROW
Whether you’re a master gardener with a seasoned green thumb or a newbie looking to try your hand at hydroponic gardening, Way to Grow in Gunbarrel is sure to have the tools and resources you need. It’s a one stop shop for taking your indoor gardening to the next level with nutrients, climate control, lighting and an array of hydroponic systems. Their staff is knowledgeable and they also offer a host of educational resources. With several locations across the state, Way to Grow is rooted firmly in our readers’ hearts.
THE SINGING COOK Longmont Winner: Cheese Importers Lafayette Winner: JAX Farm & Ranch
Like the smell of fresh-baked cookies or slow-simmered spaghetti sauce, the Singing Cook’s small yellow storefront and cozy interior feels like home. But don’t let the small space fool you — owner Jenni Hlawatsch’s mission is to have whatever elusive ingredient or kitchen tool you may be searching for. And yes, the cook sings. With a degree in musical theater, Hlawatsch will sing by request — just be ready to tell her your favorite musical!
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1435 Yarmouth Ave., Suite 102, Boulder, 303-245-9166
Louisville Winner: Wild Heritage Gardens and Design At Native Edge, landscaping goes beyond aesthetics. The Boulderbased company’s mission is to “establish, nourish and sustain new and lasting connections between people, nature and the land we inhabit” with services ranging from design and construction to property care. Our readers appreciate the creative and personal service Native Edge brings to their outdoor spaces.
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DENVER MATTRESS 48 Ken Pratt Blvd., Suite 100, Longmont, 303-774-1150 A good night’s sleep is worth a million bucks — but at Denver Mattress you won’t have to break the bank to find a mattress to keep you comfortable through the night. The Longmont store offers mattresses to satisfy a range of budgets and preferences. They also offer custom mattress fitting to help you find the mattress and pillow that best suit you.
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FLOWER BIN GARDEN CENTER & NURSERY 1805 Nelson Road, Longmont, 303-772-3454
Lafayette Winner: Lafayette Florist Flower Bin Garden Center & Nursery has been helping East County grow their gardens for
more than 50 years. With five acres of land, nearly 80,000 square feet of indoor growing space, a 20-acre farm and a large greenhouse, The Flower Bin’s collection of plants can’t be beat. The family-owned store has a knowledgeable staff to help your green thumb blossom.
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KAREN’S COMPANY 210 S. Public Road, Suite B, Lafayette 303-664-0607
Runner-Up: Foothills Painting A fresh coat of paint can transform a tired old room into an exciting new space. And while painting is the type of chore that can feel daunting, Karen Van Dehy started the company because of her love of painting and making others happy. The Lafayette-based company aims to bring fun and refreshing service to your home through a highly-trained and talented team that provides color consultation, staining, and interior and exterior painting. Karen’s Company serves Boulder County, Broomfield County & surrounding communities and has been a reader favorite for years.
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ENVIROPEST
923 Main St. Unit C, Longmont 720-712-3246 Mice pooping in your cupboards and chewing through your chip bags? Bed bugs making your skin crawl? When our readers have a pest problem, they call EnviroPest. The company has been serving the Front Range with friendly and reliable service since 1965. In addition to bed bug extermination and mosquito and tick control, EnviroPest offers Anticimex SMART, an elec-
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1030 Boston Ave., Longmont, 720-684-5500
PRECISION PLUMBING HEATING COOLING & ELECTRIC 5035 Chaparral Court, Boulder, 720-797-0579
Longmont Winner: Planet Plumbing & Drain Louisville Winner: Louisville Master Plumbing Plumbing problems are a major bummer for any homeowner, and when you’ve got a leaking sewer pipe or a blocked drain “the right decision is to call Precision,” as the company’s motto goes. Their phone lines are open 24/7 and they provide up-front, per job pricing, meaning you pay the same price regardless of work time. Their 40 years of experience in the Boulder area means they understand local construction, water quality and soil characteristics and know how to work within the local environment.
GREENPOINT ROOFING
Lafayette Winner: Scott’s Roofing Whether your roof’s been damaged in a hailstorm, general wear and tear has led to a leak or it’s just time for an upgrade, our readers turn to GreenPoint Roofing for their top-of-house work. They’re fully insured, licensed in area municipalities, and have a reputation for reliability and high quality materials. They also offer a unique lifetime workmanship warranty on shingled roofs, so that repairs on issues caused by workmanship are covered for life.
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Classical academics with a reverence for the natural world Playful environments produce prolific thinkers. The Boulder Valley Waldorf School creates a warm, safe, nurturing environment for children to thrive at every age. Explore our 38-acre campus and discover small class sizes, nurturing academics, and a social environment preparing students for high school and beyond. OF
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C B D P R OD U C TS Lafayette Winner: Igadl Louisville Winner: Ajoya
Lafayette Winner: Igadl Louisville Winner: Ajoya Niwot Winner: Star Buds
NATIVE ROOTS 19 S. Sunset St., Longmont, 720-340-4870 Boulder Weekly readers love Native Roots in Longmont for lots of reasons — five pretty big ones, actually. When it comes to bargains on bud, this welcoming dispensary is a favorite for its special deals and daily prices. And it’s not just the flower snagging top-spot honors this year; they also took home first-place wins for best CBD products and concentrates, along with best recreational dispensary. Perhaps most crucially, our readers say this quaint pot shop on Sunset Street in Longmont has an unbeatable selection and variety. So whether you come for the dabs or the discounts, you’ll want to stop by Native Roots on your next East County cannabis cruise.
Longmont Winner: Native Roots Louisville Winner: Ajoya Niwot Winner: Star Buds
Cannabis M E D I CAL D I SPE N SARY Longmont Winner: Native Roots Louisville Winner: Ajoya
IGADI 1325 S. Public Road, Lafayette, 303-862-7457 This year’s second big weed winner, Igadl in Lafayette, added three jewels to its already heavy crown. When it comes to flower, Best of Boulder voters say this East County dispensary is as good as it gets — from stimulating sativas to in-the-couch indicas and other points along the spectrum. If you’re looking to stay away from the smoke, Igadl has you covered with what our readers deemed the best selection of edibles in the area. And if it’s relief you need, the budtenders at this best medical dispensary winner can help connect you with just the right strain, dosage and delivery method for your symptoms. When it comes to quality and care, folks seem to agree: This trusted Lafayette cannabis purveyor is tough to beat.
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VALLEY SUBARU
1800 Industrial Circle, Longmont, 720-539-7321
Broomfield Winner: Audi Flatirons It’s no secret — Boulder County residents like Subarus. There are a number of factors that lure people to purchase a car from this company, like good fuel efficiency, all-wheel drive and a sporty look. But our readers end up choosing Valley Subaru when they’re in the market for a new car because of its excellent service and wide selection of vehicles.
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VALLEY SUBARU
1800 Industrial Circle, Longmont, 720-539-7321
Niwot Winner: Gunbarrel Import Motors, Inc. It can be hard to find a quality used car from a trusted source. That’s why our readers turn to Valley Subaru’s certified pre-owned vehicles to find a car that will stand the test of time. The dealership’s finance center provides shoppers with the best lease and loan deals around, and the service center will keep your car in tip-top shape.
AU TO S ERVICE / REPA IR
LOUISVILLE TIRE & AUTO CARE 1190 Griffith St., Louisville, 303-665-4902
Lafayette Winner: Christian Brothers Automotive Longmont Winner: Best Auto Repair of Longmont You never know when the notorious check engine light will rear its ugly head, but probably on a weekday afternoon. When it does, our readers rely on the handy work of Louisville Tire & Auto Care. From oil changes and tire rotations to new tires and more, this company has some of the most reliable and trustworthy automotive experts in the county.
BA N K / FINANCIAL IN STITU TION
ELEVATIONS CREDIT UNION Multiple locations, 800-429-7626
East County Runner-Up: Wells Fargo East County Second Runner-Up: Premier Members Credit Union With at least 10 Elevations Credit Unions in the county, the company has become a trusted institution our readers rely on for all things money. The com-
pany can help you invest, prepare for home ownership, borrow money at a low interest rate and more. In an area with a growing cost of living, turn to Elevations to achieve your financial goals.
BICYCLE SHOP
LOUISVILLE CYCLERY 889 E. South Boulder Road, Louisville, 303-665-6343
Longmont Winner: Longmont Bicycle Company Niwot Winner: Niwot Wheel Works Residents of this county can be entranced riding parallel to the Rockies on two wheels through east county’s rolling hills and prairies. Louisville Cyclery, claiming to be the oldest bike shop in the Boulder County region, has given those cyclists top-rated service since 1980. But it goes beyond service — the company also has a strong selection of bikes, skateboards and scooters to choose from.
BOOKSTORE
THE READ QUEEN BOOKSTORE & CAFE 129 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette, 303-974-5978
Longmont Winner: Barbed Wire Books Louisville Winner: Little Horse Books & Vintage
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Niwot Winner: The Wandering Jellyfish Bookshop As a newspaper, words are our thing at Boulder Weekly. We know you like words too. In a world that is increasingly virtual, the Read Queen Bookstore & Cafe is an independent, women-owned bookstore that prides itself on building community and bringing people together around books (with words!) and espresso. If you didn’t know: The store’s name pays homage to The Red Queen of Lewis Carroll’s Through the LookingGlass, one of the staff’s favorite books.
CAR WASH
BREEZE THRU CAR WASH 1213 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont, 303-834-8387 2025 Main St., Longmont, 720-491-3727
Lafayette Winner: 95th Street Car Wash & Detail Center Broomfield Winner: Waterway Carwash Driving through a car wash can be a stressful experience: Are my windows shut? What if I get stuck here? Could those blow dryers break my windshield? But we know one thing is for certain: Breeze Thru has flexible wash packages and free vacuums at all 12 of its locations across Northern Colorado and Wyoming to make cleaning your vehicle easy and fun.
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Retail BEST OF BO U L D E R - E A S T CO U NTY C LOT H I N G STORE CHILDREN’S
C LOTH ING STORE MEN ’ S
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C LOT HI N G STO R E WO M E N ’ S
720 Front St., Louisville, 720-485-3129
900 S. Highway 287, Lafayette, 720-266-6160
1349 E. South Boulder Road, Louisville, 303-666-8060
802 S. Public Road A, Lafayette, 720-638-4047
Louisville Winner: Acme Fine Goods Longmont Winner: Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply
Longmont Winner: Fabulous Finds Upscale Consignment Lafayette Winner: Treasure’s Upscale Consignment
Longmont Winner: Ivy Rose Louisville Winner: Eleanor and Hobbs
JAX started in Ames, Iowa, under the name Ames Surplus in 1955, mainly selling items purchased from government surplus sales. Fast forward nearly 70 years and you have a business that provides functional gear — including footwear, clothing, hunting equipment and hardware — for an outdoor and active lifestyle. With the plethora of access to natural areas we have in Boulder County, it’s no wonder the fellas around here choose JAX.
Everybody loves a good thrift. In fact, I’m wearing a thrifted flannel as I write this blurb. Arc Thrift Stores is our readers’ go-to for some of the best selection and prices around, including a deal every Saturday where “most items” are half off. And, better yet, Arc is one of Colorado’s largest employers of people with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. A purchase from Arc supports your community in so many ways.
PITTER PATTER
Longmont Winner: Once Upon a Child Lafayette Winner: Sister Carmen Community Center Thrift Store Pitter Patter is a family-owned boutique in historic downtown Louisville with a carefully curated collection of products and unique gifts for youngsters. Its specialty is clothing for babies (newborn to 2 years) and children (2 to 8 years), which is why it ran away with our Best Clothing Store - Children’s category. Pro tip: Look for the “Purple Peacock Pant.”
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DUE SOUTH
After collecting antiques with her mother for more than 30 years, Due South Founder Noel DeVries decided to open a boutique in downtown Lafayette. The family-run clothing with Southern roots has a wide assortment of clothing, furniture and antiques, along with drinks and snacks from the coffee bar in the same building. From bottoms and dresses to jumpsuits and sweaters, Due South is a top destination for women looking to upgrade their wardrobe.
C O M PUT E R R E PAI R
SHAWN’S COMPUTER REPAIRS 75 Waneka Parkway, Lafayette, 720-427-6628
Longmont Winner: Longmont Mac Repair It didn’t surprise us when we saw Shawn’s Computer Repair took home the Best Computer Repair category. The local technical support company has won every year since 2017, meaning it’s taken the cake seven years in a row, an impressive feat not many other businesses in Boulder County can claim. But it’s not just repairs: The father-and-son team at the helm of this beloved business helps our readers with viruses, backups, data recovery and more — at a great price.
D RY C L E AN E R
ART CLEANERS Multiple locations, 303-447-8700
Louisville Winner: Continental Cleaners Lafayette Winner: John’s Dry Cleaners
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Retail BEST OF BO U L D E R - E A S T CO U NTY Art Cleaners has served the Boulder area since 1921. This humble shop has multiplied into seven locations over the last century, serving Boulder, Broomfield, Longmont, Lafayette and Erie. Having convenient locations is definitely one of the reasons our readers love Art Cleaners, but it’s also because they offer free pick-up and delivery service. Most importantly, Art Cleaners uses the GreenEarth Cleaning system, an environmentally friendly textile cleaning process that is free of the petrochemicals typically used in dry cleaning. So the next time you spill wine on your finest clothes, let Art Cleaners take care of the problem.
FA R M
OLLIN FARMS 8627 N. 95th St., Unit 7718, Longmont
Erie Winner: Anderson Farms East Boulder Winner: Munson Farms Kena and Mark Guttridge chose the Aztec word Ollin, which translates to “motion,” to capture the ever-changing nature of life on the farm. On the 165 acres of Ollin Farms, the Guttridges practice regenerative agriculture, eschewing the use of pesticides or herbicides — even organic products. The goal is to produce the most nutritious and flavorful produce possible while also contributing to healthy soil. From running youth classes and field trips, to hosting farm dinners, providing vegetables to local school districts and collaborating with scientists to track ecosystem data on the farm, the work on Ollin Farms is focused on working together to help build a resilient food system within Boulder County. It’s the reason our readers say it’s their favorite farm in East Boulder County.
Frank Oliver literally wrote the book on financial planning. In Your T.I.M.E. is Now, Oliver teaches readers how to understand taxes, income, money and estate so you can retire comfortably. But you can also go to Oliver Asset Management in Longmont to learn from the man in person. Frank’s one of the nation’s top-tier IRA advisors, undergoing continual training through Ed Slott’s Master IRA Advisor Group, which means Frank has access to the most up-to-date research on IRA transfers and other methods to enhance and protect your assets. For nearly two decades, Oliver Asset Management has helped folks understand their financial needs and live their best life.
G IFT S HOP
CHEESE IMPORTERS 103 Main St., Longmont, 303-772-9599
Lafayette Winner: Local Goods Colorado Louisville Winner: Old Friends When our readers are stuck on what to get that special someone for that special day, be it a birthday, anniversary or holiday, they head to Cheese Importers in Longmont. That’s because Cheese Importers is much more than cheese. Inside this quaint shop you’ll find a whole European market, brimming with books, art, soaps, games, house goods, glassware and, of course, cheese. Drop by and pick out the perfect selection of cheese, salamis and spreads, because nothing says “I love you” like a gift basket of cheese.
G ROCE RY STORE
KING SOOPERS
Multiple locations, 303-673-1800
F I N AN C I A L ADV IS OR
OLIVER ASSET MANAGEMENT 1729 Terry St., Longmont, 303-485-7509
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Lafayette Winner: Sprouts Farmers Market Longmont Winner: Cheese Importers Niwot Winner: Niwot Market King Soopers is a staple in Boulder County. The employees at this beloved chain have served our community with 2023
unyielding dedication and friendly service, through thick and thin, good times and bad. King Soopers’ produce is fresh, its protein is high quality and its pharmacists are knowledgeable, supporting the day-to-day needs of folks across Boulder County. All of which is why it’s not surprising that King Soopers was voted the best grocery store in Boulder yet again.
HARDWARE STORE
ACE HARDWARE 1727 Main St., Longmont, 303-776-5173
1343 E. South Boulder Road, Louisville, 720-736-7111
Lafayette Winner: JAX Farm & Ranch Ace Hardware has been a staple since its opening; it has multitudinous departments and nearly 200,000 items. With their expansive inventory and dedicated staff, there’s almost nothing they can’t help you do. From cleaning supplies to power tools, pet supplies, and even a plant nursery, you can leave with your whole list checked off. When our East County readers have home improvement projects, Ace is the place.
HOT E L
NIWOT INN & SPA 342 2nd Ave., Niwot, 303-652-8452
Broomfield Winner: Omni Interlocken Longmont Winner: Residence Inn by Marriott Set in picturesque downtown Niwot, the Niwot Inn & Spa is a beautiful 13-room bed and breakfast, just 10 minutes from downtown Boulder — but our East County residents know you don’t have to go to Boulder to have a good time. Niwot is full of quirky shops and art galleries just steps from the front door of the Niwot Inn. Each luxurious guest room is unique, with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace and walls made of hand-plastered
clay. Some rooms have steam showers, others have jetted Jacuzzi tubs, and there are even heated toilet seats. So whether you have family in from out of town or just want to take a staycation, Niwot Inn is where our readers say you should turn.
I N D E PE N D E N T B USI N E SS
TRIVIUM SALON 945 Front St., Louisville, 303-949-5542
Lafayette Winner: The Read Queen Bookstore & Cafe Rori Bass and her crew at Trivium Salon have dominated Best of Boulder East County for years, from Best Salon to Best Day Spa. But we think this is the Louisville establishment’s greatest honor: In a county that prides itself on offering unique, non-corporate businesses, being voted Best Independent Business says a lot. Trivium treats patrons and staff with respect, which is why you’ll see the same faces over and over again when you visit the salon. The stylists and estheticians are trained in the latest methods and treatments so you walk out feeling and looking your best every time. Consistency and quality are Trivium’s not-so-secret ingredients for success.
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BOLDER INSURANCE 800 Jefferson Ave., Louisville, 303-4499595
Lafayette Winner: Rocky Mountain Insurance Center Our readers think Bolder Insurance is the best in East County because this independently owned business lets customers compare rates and policies from more than a dozen of the best insurance agencies in the country, ensuring (get it?!) you get the right coverage at the best price. Owners Brent and Jackie Friesth are longtime members of the community, so you know just who to talk to when you have a problem with your insurance plan — no nameless, faceless corporation here. Auto or homeowner, BOULDER WEEKLY
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ANSPACH’S JEWELRY 101 S. Public Road, Lafayette, 303-665-5313
Longmont Winner: Snyders Jewelers Louisville Winner: Eric Olson Master Jeweler Niwot Winner: Niwot Jewelry & Gifts Anspach’s Jewelry has been a staple in the Lafayette community for more than 60 years. Glen and Dee Anspach founded their jewelry business on the motto “Our Sincerity is Your Security” to demonstrate their commitment to customer satisfaction and service. Anspach’s offers a wide selection of wedding and engagement rings, jewelry repair and custom designs. The store has since been taken over by the Anspach’s son and grandson, both of whom are accomplished goldsmiths and designers. They’ve carried on the store’s legacy of commitment to customer satisfaction and the production of quality jewelry, continuing to make Anspach’s jewelry the gem of Lafayette — just ask our readers.
LAW FIRM
MURGALLIS LAW FIRM 945 Front St., Louisville, 303-444-4353 “Small firm—big commitment”: That’s the motto of Murgallis Law Firm, and the perfect way to summarize their work ethic and dedication to clients. Murgallis attorneys take on a wide variety of cases including family, civil, criminal and personal injury matters. They are committed to providing excellent service to each client, and don’t back away from tough cases. Their work speaks for itself, since our readers have voted Murgallis Best Law Firm time and again.
LIQU OR STORE
WYATT’S WET GOODS 1250 S. Hover St., Unit C, Longmont, 303-485-9463
Superior Winner: Superior Liquor Lafayette Winner: Atlas Valley Purveyors Louisville Winner: Union Jack Liquor We love an on-the-nose business name that exercises alliteration. Wyatt’s Wet Goods is not only a great name, it’s a privately owned, family business offering an exceptional alcoholic beverage selection. Check out their weekly ad for great deals on an expansive selection of wine, beer and spirits.
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Browse the store before or after you enjoy one of the free wine tastings they regularly hold. And while we love the name, might we allot alliteration advice? Wyatt’s Wet Wares. Just think about it.
M OVING COM PANY
TAYLOR MOVING & STORAGE 1275 Sherman Drive, Unit B, Longmont, 303-443-5885 For countless Boulder residents, moving has been a breeze thanks to the unwavering expertise of Taylor Moving & Storage, once again crowned as the Best Moving Company in East Boulder County. With a history of delivering toptier service, Taylor Moving & Storage can make your commercial or residential move seamless, offering an allinclusive hourly rate that always includes the people, trucks and equipment your move will need with no hidden fees — ever.
M USIC STORE
WILDWOOD GUITARS 500 S. Arthur Ave., Suite 700, Louisville, 303-665-7733
Lafayette Winner: Lafayette Music Longmont Winner: Guitars, Etc. Whether you’re a little bit country, a little bit rock ‘n’ roll, or something else all together, Wildwood Guitars has your musical needs covered. The staff is passionate about music, so they can provide you with the perfect gear, whether you’re a pro or a newbie. Wildwood has it all, from electric guitars to amps, acoustics, effects and accessories. They also sell vintage and used guitars and gear in amazing shape. Check out their blog for new music recommendations, info about Fender amps, interviews with rock icons and more. If you’re thinking about getting some new musical gear, find out for yourself why readers chose Wildwood Guitars as the best in East County.
N AT UR AL FO O D S STO R E
NATURAL GROCERS 100 W. South Boulder Road, Lafayette, 303-926-1600
Longmont Winner: Sprouts Farmers Market When our readers are looking to keep things natural in every aspect of their lives, they turn to Natural Grocers. Here, you can find 100% organic produce, 100% pasture-based dairy, 100% freerange eggs, and 100% conscientiously and humanely raised meats. Even the household and body care products are free of ingredients you can’t pronounce. From apples to zucchini and everything in between, Natural Grocers keeps things, well, natural.
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99 BAR SALOON 449 Main St., Longmont, 720-815-2875
Louisville Winner: Cultivate Kitchen The “99 Bar” brand goes back four generations, starting with Frank Gafner selling his first cow in 1930. Frank’s son Randy used the brand on all his cattle, and now, Frank’s grandson, Sean, is using the name to “brand” his watering hole, 99 Bar Saloon. If you know their history, you know the Gafner family takes beef seriously, which is why 99 Bar Saloon uses only grass-fed meat from Longmont’s Buckner Family Ranch to make hamburgers. And they’ve made sure to curate a bar menu full of nectarous cocktails and delectable beers to wash those burgers down with.
O PT I CAL STO R E
EYEWORKS LOUISVILLE
615 Main St., Louisville, 303-666-6320
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Maintaining good vision and healthy eyes is what Eyeworks of Louisville is all about. This Old Town Louisville business has been offering full-service eye care to Boulder County residents for the past three decades. Let their knowledgeable staff and experienced optometrists help you get the vision care you need, whether that’s finding the perfect pair of glasses, getting fitted for a comfy pair of contacts, or diagnosing common eye conditions.
PE T STORE
BLACKPAW 459 McCaslin Blvd., Unit 4, Louisville, 303-554-9343
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Longmont Winner: Chuck & Don’s Lafayette Winner: The Happy Beast BlackPaw is a locally owned and operated small business, which is part of why our readers say it’s their favorite pet store. But it’s also because BlackPaw sells premium food and treats, sustainable and safe toys, self-service dog wash and patient grooming.
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RE/MAX Elevate has been central to Louisville real estate since its founding in mid-2019. Its realtors have more than 100 years of combined experience, and are active in Louisville, Boulder, Superior, Lafayette, and other Boulder County locales. With this level of commitment to customer service and long-standing expertise, it’s no surprise Boulder Weekly readers have voted RE/MAX Elevate the best of East County once again.
SHO E STO R E
BROWN’S SHOE FIT COMPANY 373 Main St., Longmont, 303-7762920
Lafayette Winner: JAX Outdoor Gear Located in the heart of downtown Longmont, the staff at Brown’s Shoe Fit is knowledgeable when it comes to finding the perfect shoe for the whole family. This reader-favorite shoe store carries a diverse selection of footwear including athletic wear, work boots, dress shoes and more. They offer the ability to customize each shoe, including the choice to adjust the width and insert for the most comfortable wear. With their long-standing expertise and commitment to customer comfort, it’s no wonder our readers named Brown’s Shoe Fit the best in East County.
ST E R E O / ELECTRONICS
LITTLE HORSE BOOKS & VINTAGE 820 Main St., Louisville, 303-242-5382
Longmont Winner: Recycled Records For more than 20 years, Mike Price has curated an amazing inventory of vintage hi-fi and audio equipment, vinyl records, rare and collectable books, art, unique housewares, gifts and mid-century modern furniture at Little Horse Books & Vintage. The Louisville shop spreads a billion books and a zillion records across two floors, and you’re sure to find something new every time you visit. The original shop was so successful, Price opened a second location in Fort Collins in 2018.
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GUARDIAN STORAGE 721 S. Emery St., Longmont, 720-548-2652 BOULDER WEEKLY
Retail Lafayette Winner: Lafayette Self Storage Louisville Winner: Empire Storage of Louisville In a county full of skiers, bikers, kayakers, climbers and outdoor types of all stripes, our readers turn to Guardian Storage to safely house their gear during the off-season. With clean, climate-controlled units in a variety of sizes, digital gate access for first-rate security, 50% off your first two months and easy-to-access customer service (property manager Christina White is often available onsite), stashing your stuff at Guardian Storage is no brainer.
smoothly, there’s one name that stands out above the rest — Discount Tire. Chosen by our discerning readers as the Best Tire Shop in East Boulder County, Discount Tire has become synonymous with top-notch service and quality, offering a vast selection of tires and expert advice to help you get back on the road. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff go the extra mile, ensuring that you hit the road with confidence and peace of mind.
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INKSMITH TATTOO AND PIERCING 565 E. South Boulder Road, Louisville, 720-248-6739
Longmont Winner: Tribal Rites Tattoo and Piercing When your body is the canvas, you want to choose the right artist. Our readers turn to Kevin Powers and his crew at InkSmith Tattoo and Piercing for creative, beautiful art you’ll want to show off for a lifetime. This crew of talented tattoo artists passionately create lasting and meaningful works of art to your specifications. From children’s lobe piercings to septum rings, the InkSmith team provides you with safe, implant-grade jewelry that matches your style. And after your tattoo or piercing, they’ll send you home with all the aftercare steps you’ll need for your ink or hole to properly heal.
TI RE S H O P
DISCOUNT TIRE Multiple locations, 303-248-5680
East County Runner-Up: Big O Tires Louisville Winner: Louisville Tire & Auto Care When it comes to keeping East Boulder County’s wheels turning BOULDER WEEKLY
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Longmont Winner: The Little Dog Louisville Winner: Havana Manor If you’re looking for cartridges for your vape, a new pipe for your weed, a premium cigar for a newly minted father or a can of smokeless, Smoker Friendly is the place to go. With two locations in Longmont, Smoker Friendly offers a full line of tobacco retails, including the exclusive SF brand family of products.
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Lafayette Winner: The Read Queen Bookstore & Cafe Coming up in the fashion and beauty industry, Rori Bass set out to build a dream team at Trivium Salon, one that fosters creativity, collaboration and success. With a strong leader at the helm, the hairstyling and skin-care team at Trivium are not only dedicated to their art — continually learning about the newest techniques and products available — they are also committed to supporting one another and giving back to the community. And it’s all because of Rori Bass’ compassionate, experienced leadership.
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Acupuncture Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appetizers / Tapas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Art Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Asian Fusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto Dealer - New . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto Dealer - Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto Service/Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B
Bagel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bank/Financial Institution . . . . . . . . . . Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barbecue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barber Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bargains at a Disp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beer Selection at a Rest. . . . . . . . . . . Bicycle Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Breakfast/Brunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Burger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Burrito . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Business Lunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
43 15 15 37 15 65 65 65
16 16 65 29 16 43 61 29 65 65 16 17 17 17
C
Car Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 CBD Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Chinese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Chiropractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Cidery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Climbing/Parkour Gym . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Clothing Store - Children’s . . . . . . . . . 66 Clothing Store - Men’s . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Clothing Store - Used . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Clothing Store - Women’s . . . . . . . . . 66 Cocktails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Coffee House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Coffee Roaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Computer Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Concentrates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Craft Brewery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
D
Dance Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Day Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dentist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Doughnuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Dry Cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
E
Edibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Escape Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
F
Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Financial Advisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Fine Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Flower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Food Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
G
Gift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gluten Free Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grocery Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gym/Fitness Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
68 18 44 68 44
J
Japanese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Jewelry Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Juice/Smoothie Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
K
Kid Friendly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Kitchen Supply Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
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Lasik Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Private School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Latte/Mocha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Public School (9-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Public School (K-8) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Landscaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Liquor Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Plumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Live Jazz Venue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
R
Live Theater Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Real Estate Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Lyons Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Recreational Disp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
M
Margarita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Restaurant Dessert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Restaurant Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Roofing Contractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Medical Marij. Disp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Mexican . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Moving Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Music Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Music Venue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Nail Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Natural Foods Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 New Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 New Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Niwot Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Nonprofit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Nursery/Garden Center . . . . . . . . . . . 58
O
Open Mic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Optical Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
18 68 20 68 20
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Place to Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
N
Hair Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Happy Hour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Hardware Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Home Builder/Contractor . . . . . . . . . . 53 Home Furnishings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Home Improvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Hydroponic Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Ice Cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Independent Business . . . . . . . . . . . . Indian/Nepali . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Italian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Mattress Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
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I
CATEGORY
Overall Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
P
Painter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Pancake/Waffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Pet Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Pest Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Physical Therapist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
S Sandwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Selection at a Disp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Shoe Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Sports Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Staff Picks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Stereo/Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Storage Facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Sushi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
T Taco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Take Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Tattoo/Piercing Parlor . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Teahouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Thai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Tire Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Tobacco/Pipe Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
U Urgent Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
V Veggie Burger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Veterinary Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
W
Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Wine Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Pizza Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Wings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Pizza Slice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Woman-Owned Business . . . . . . . . . 73
Place to Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Place to Eat Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Y
Place to Go on a First Date . . . . . . . . 26
Yoga Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
BOULDER WEEKLY
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BEST PET STORE AWARD! BlackPaw is family owned and operated, supporting local businesses and providing the best products, food, treats, self wash, and grooming services for over a decade.
We thank you for your support!
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BOULDER COUNTY FOR VOTING US BEST CHINESE RESTAURANT!
Welcome to Zoe Ma Ma! Inspired by my mother’s love, I wish to share with you her signature dishes and delicious home cooking. Unlike most Americanized Chinese restaurants, we freshly prepare Ma Ma’s dishes with high quality ingredients that include homemade organic noodles, cage-free eggs, and all-natural meats. It’s quality for your tummy and it’s Ma Ma approved.
2010 10th Street, Boulder, CO 80302 • 303-545-6262 • zoemama.com
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