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: November 28, 2025
Happy Friday and Happy Black Friday! Don’t miss these mouthwatering deals around downtown Boulder…perfect for grabbing a bite, stocking up on holiday goodies, or just indulging in something delicious.
Take a tasty pause at Snooze, where morning favorites meet a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like a little escape from the holiday hustle. Right now, buy $50 in gift cards and get a $10 bonus, the perfect way to treat yourself, share a cozy brunch with someone special, or stock up for those leisurely weekend mornings.
Celebrate good times and local flavor at Mountain Sun, where lively vibes and hearty eats make every visit a festive outing. Grab a $100 gift card and get a $20 bonus, or buy $50 and receive a $10 bonus! This is ideal for holiday gatherings, sharing with friends, or simply enjoying a night out with a pint in hand.
Turn up the flavor at Savory Spice, your go-to spot for bold seasonings and culinary inspiration. For a limited time, spend $100 and get $100 in spices to experiment with, gift, or elevate your favorite recipes. From holiday baking to cozy dinners at home, it’s the perfect way to add excitement and aroma to every meal this season.
Warm up your week at Boulder Dushanbe Tea House, where this week, you can enjoy 15% off everything from seasonal blends and tea samplers to gift-worthy favorites. Whether you’re picking up a treat for yourself or hunting for the perfect gift, it’s the ideal way to steep in the season’s flavors.
Celebrate the flavors of the season at Gelato Boy, where their limited-edition Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake gelato is bringing all the autumn comfort in every scoop. Swirled with warm spices, creamy cheesecake notes, and that unmistakable pumpkin pie richness, it’s the perfect treat for savoring the last days of fall.
Get into the holiday spirit at Bohemian Biergarten, where their seasonal sips are bringing extra cheer to these chilly days. Warm up with a Wintermint Russian, a minty, cozy twist on a classic, or indulge in their Naughty Hot Chocolate, a rich, grown-up take on everyone’s favorite winter treat.
Continue Giving Back this November
The Boulder County Farmers Market continues to make a difference this season by supporting SNAP and ensuring that everyone in our community has access to fresh, local food. Every visit helps nourish both neighbors and local growers—proof that good food truly connects us all. Check out BCFM’s local food and access programs.
Frisco Tattoo is turning ink into impact with their Food Drive for Harvest of Hope. Bring five non-perishable items and you’ll earn a raffle ticket for a chance to win free tattoo time and artist merch—all while helping local families in need.
Dish Gourmet is keeping the spirit of giving alive this November. They’re continuing to collect donations for TGTHR, helping provide full Thanksgiving and holiday meals for youth in Boulder’s transitional programs. Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference. Give thanks, give back, and let Dish handle the feast with heart.
During the The New Local Holiday Pop-Up, you can help neighbors in need by dropping off a non-perishable food item for the Emergency Family Assistance Association. Donations will be collected at The New Local Annex and The New Local Gallery (741 Pearl St.) on select pop-up days, with barrels staying in place throughout the holiday season to keep the giving going.
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.