Foodie Friday
There's a good reason Bon Appétit called Boulder, America's Foodiest Town. This weekly blog will help you understand why! Every Friday, check out downtown's food scene and all the incredible opportunities available to tantalize your taste buds! Check out this list of restaurant specials and promotions compiled weekly - just for YOU!
Food-Related Events and Announcements: July 31, 2026
Image courtesy of Boulder Taco Fest
Happy Friday, Foodies! The weekend is finally almost here and there’s no better time to explore all the delicious options waiting for you in downtown Boulder. While you’re downtown shopping the Summer Sidewalk Sale, take a break from browsing and enjoy a great meal, grab a sweet treat or discover a new local favorite. With so many restaurants, cafés and shops to explore, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this weekend!
Boulder Taco Fest is bringing tacos, tequila and summer fun back to Boulder Creek on Saturday, Aug. 22 from noon–5 p.m.! Spend the afternoon enjoying tacos from award-winning restaurants and food trucks, live music, margaritas by the creek and high-flying Lucha Libre wrestling. This family-friendly tradition will feature four wrestling matches, Suerte Tequila tastings, piñata smashes and plenty of ways to enjoy the day with friends and family. Early bird wristband pricing ends Aug. 1, so grab yours now and save $5 on every wristband. Kids under 12 can attend for free!
Looking to bring more creativity into your kitchen? Check out our new Downtown Culinary Experiences Trail! Explore downtown stores featuring spices, specialty ingredients and kitchen essentials, or sign up for a hands-on cooking class to learn new skills from professional chefs.
Pearl Street Convenience Market is more than just a quick stop for snacks. Today, they’re hosting Last Friday Artist Market from 4–8 p.m. Stop by to support local artists, curators and business owners while grabbing a snack or two along the way.
Spend your Sunday afternoon at Jill’s Restaurant & Bistro for Aperol Brunch Al Fresco on Aug. 2. Inspired by the Italian aperitivo tradition, this elevated brunch experience invites guests to relax on the terrace with seasonal brunch dishes, signature spritzes, cocktails and DJ beats from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Gather with friends, enjoy the mountain views and savor a leisurely weekend brunch in the heart of downtown Boulder.
Stella’s Cucina is taking a short break for remodeling! The beloved Italian restaurant will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, Aug. 3, but don’t worry, they won’t be gone for long. The Cucina plans to reopen in September with more details coming soon. Stay tuned for their return and get ready to enjoy their delicious Italian favorites again soon!
Looking for a sweet summer treat? Stop by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory for a Rocky Road Caramel Apple made with chocolate-covered marshmallows, nuts and handcrafted caramel all on a fresh Granny Smith apple. If you’re feeling adventurous, try their limited-edition Mango Habanero Caramel. This sweet and spicy treat is only available in stores for the summer!
Speaking of sweets, Lindsay’s Boulder Deli @ Häagen-Dazs is bringing the Sundae Series Collection to Häagen-Dazs Shops for a limited time. Available through Wednesday, Nov. 4, choose from three unique creations: Caramel Cone, Chocolate Dipped Strawberry or Hot Fudge & Caramel. Each sundae is topped with Traverse City Whiskey Co. premium cocktail cherries made with Michigan Balaton cherries that are slow-cooked and candied.
Dot cakes are having a moment, and Postino WineCafe is bringing the viral dessert trend downtown. Their iconic olive oil cake is topped with buttercream frosting and crunchy dot sprinkles for a fun twist on a beloved favorite. Stop by and try this colorful summer treat while it lasts.
Calling all cold brew fans! OZO Coffee Roasters recently released a canned version of their Nitro Coldbrew Blend, making it easier than ever to enjoy your favorite coffee on the go. Pick one up at either of their downtown Boulder locations and enjoy the rich chocolate flavor with hints of black cherry straight from the can or over ice.
If tea is more your style, check out Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse and Boulder Tea Company for a variety of blends to enjoy this summer. The Namaste Blend wellness tea combines organic white tea with herbs designed to support relaxation, meditation and focus, while Lavender Lemonade offers a lightly floral, candy-like flavor with a refreshing finish.
Ways to Help
Emergency Family Assistance Fund (EFAA) helps those in our community whose immediate needs for food, shelter and other basic necessities cannot be adequately met by other means, and supports their efforts toward financial stability or self-sufficiency. You can help them with a financial contribution, volunteering, or donating non-perishable food and cleaning supplies.
Emergency family assistance fund
Harvest of Hope Pantry's sole mission is food assistance. They offer clients a choice shopping experience where individuals select preferred foods within their shopping allowances. You can help them with financial assistance, volunteering or by hosting food drives.
Boulder Food Rescue aims to create a more just and less wasteful food system by facilitating the sustainable redistribution of healthy food that would otherwise be wasted to low-income communities, by bicycle. The best way to help them currently is to donate or volunteer.
Meals on Wheels Boulder provides nutritious meals and a daily well-being check to Boulder residents, regardless of age or income. The number one way to support them during this time is to contribute financially.