South Side Walnut Cafe

673 S Broadway, Boulder, CO

★★★★★4.5(1,220 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This Boulder breakfast institution nails the balance between quick caffeine runs and leisurely morning hangs, with stellar lattes that regulars rave about and a menu full of vegetarian-friendly options that actually taste delicious. The service matches the food quality—staff like Karen have earned a reputation for turning solo visits and group celebrations alike into memorable experiences, plus they've been known to win over frustrated customers with thoughtful gestures like complimentary pancakes. It's the kind of place where a 10-year resident still shows up regularly and newcomers immediately plan their return visit.

What to expect

Light foodTraditional drinksFull breakfastFamily friendlyQuick grabPastriesMeetingsSlow sit

Google Reviews

Kim
★★★★★2 months ago

Service is excellent and extremely fast. Food was delicious and very reasonably priced. It’s a great little restaurant that I will be visiting again.

Caroline buy me a coffee
★★★★★3 months ago

Loud place on a Saturday. But didn’t matter lunch w special friend 🥰 was worth it. Maybe a water refill would been nice. Otherwise rock on for the free pancakes because my order got messed up !!

Joshua Silverman
★★★★★5 months ago

Had my first visit this past week, dined solo. Food and service were excellent. Karen was a wonderful server and made my dining experience memorable. I am headed back today and bringing people with me. It is a 33 mile one way drive, so you know the food is good! I ordered the Basic B. with a side of fruit and added crispy bacon.

Krys
★★★★★9 months ago

I’ve lived in Boulder for almost the last 10 years and absolutely love this place. Really tasty nonalcoholic drinks. Their lattes and coffee drinks are incredible. They do also have a list of alcoholic drinks. The food is super good absolutely love the breakfast potatoes. i’ve had the duzer-rito, french toast, pancakes, tempeh breakfast scramble dish, classic eggs bfast dish and all are amazing! the vibe is always great and the staff are always super fun and attentive

Rachel Aaron
★★★★★9 months ago

A lovely community breakfast joint with great food, a cozy atmosphere, and super friendly staff. There's tons of vegetarian options that are easy to make vegan. Packed on the weekends but you can easily get a table on weekdays. They also have tons of shady outdoor seating. New favorite breakfast spot in Boulder!

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