Boulder’s best local businesses

The 945 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 2

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945 businesses across 16 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants388 places · newest: A Bit Twisted Brewery & BBQ, Aug 2
• 02Beauty59 places · newest: Be Loved Salon and Style Lounge, Aug 2
• 03Shopping35 places · newest: Aspen Eyewear, Aug 2
• 04Entertainment72 places · newest: Blackstone Country Club, Aug 2
• 05Nightlife77 places · newest: Bigsby's Folly Craft Winery & Restaurant, Aug 2
• 06Bakeries & Sweets68 places · newest: Cakes By Karen, Aug 2
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage53 places · newest: Colorblind Antiques, Aug 2
• 08Health & Wellness8 places · newest: Denver Sports Recovery, Aug 2
• 09Arts & Culture29 places · newest: Broomfield Depot Museum, Aug 2
• 10Home & Garden47 places · newest: Budget Home Supply, Aug 2
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts43 places · newest: Drum City-Guitar Land, Aug 2
• 12Sporting Goods27 places · newest: Out&Back Outdoor, Aug 2
• 13Parks & Outdoors11 places · newest: LaVern M. Johnson Park, Aug 2
• 14Services8 places · newest: Denver Cutlery, Inc., Jul 21
• 15Pets3 places · newest: Paws 2 Groom, Aug 2
• 16Cafes10 places · newest: Cozy Coffee Co, Aug 2

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• Cherry Creek North

  Other

  Upscale strip of high-end stores, galleries and eateries in a pedestrian-friendly setting.

  2401 E 2nd Ave #150 (Denver) · cherrycreeknorth.com ↗

• Denver Pavilions

  Other

  This shopping mall offers over 40 restaurants, shops, & entertainment venues, plus indoor parking.

  500 16th St Mall (Denver) · denverpavilions.com ↗

• FlatIron Crossing

  Other

  This bustling shopping mall is home to more than 200 specialty retailers, a multiplex & restaurants.

  1 W Flatiron Crossing Dr (Broomfield) · flatironcrossing.com ↗

• Old Town Marketplace

  Other

  Eclectic marketplace featuring a mix of locally owned shops, a boba tea spot, and an empanada bakery.

  332 Main St (Longmont) · oldtownmarketplace.com ↗

• The Orchard Town Center

  Other

  This outdoor mall offers tree-lined pathways to shops & restaurants, plus a multiplex cinema.

  14697 Delaware St (Westminster) · theorchardtowncenter.com ↗

• Westminster City Center

  Other

  Traditional shopping center with a collection of local & big-name stores, plus some basic eateries.

  9250 Sheridan Blvd (Westminster) · brixmor.com ↗

• Westminster Promenade

  Other

  Popular complex with many restaurants & bars, a Westin hotel, a 24-screen cinema & a bowling alley.

  10667 Westminster Blvd (Westminster) · thewestminsterpromenade.com ↗

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