Mateo

Very nice food preparation and pleasant ambiance. Not too formal but with many good elements to enjoy the food. It is one of the casual mid-high end restaurant. Maybe not fancy but great place to go.

Thoroughly enjoyed everything about this establishment. So glad that my fiancé and I found this spot, not only is the atmosphere comforting but the staff was so kind, helpful and made us want to come back even before we had received our dishes. The food was delicious and prepared beautifully, will definitely be back in the times to come! Sadly it was a bit dark by the time we got the entrees so the photos aren't as clear but trust and believe, it was exquisite.

Boulder's multi decades of experience in fine dining !!
Charming location with outdoor seating right on Pearl Street.
There is plenty of street parking in front or half a block south on 19th.
This icon has had long-term management and a staff who clearly enjoys working at Mateo.
Delightful drink menu with unexpected selections.
Plan on ordering food again and again when you experience what they offer.
Highly recommend the Tomato Bisque, my favorite I've ever had.
My evening meal was poulet frites, chicken served with fondue and hand cut frites. If you are burned out on chicken, please consider this dish! Organic slow cooked pan seared, it is unforgettable.
Salad was delicate, absolutely fresh. Fries came out hot, this mael takes about 20 minutes.
Lemon tart to finish, went nicely with the last sip of the recommended white wine in photos.

The mussels tasted fishy and bitter, and the risotto was undercooked. And in tiramisu, the water came out. What the hell is going on? Only the server was friendly. It was a restaurant I loved, but I don't think I'll go there anymore.

I wanted to revise as the new management/owner now has service on point; food is still the same(good) but the food and drinks(correct ones) arrive promptly. Solid, good French food, and the best food of any dog friendly patio in Boulder.

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I’ve been here a few times and the food/cocktails/wine are excellent. The service has always been slow but it’s usually been worth it. Unfortunately I have to amend that because no matter how good the food is, if you don’t get utensils for 20 minutes after the food comes, or your cocktail order doesn’t come out for 40 minutes(and then is wrong) it doesn’t matter. I really hope service gets better and I can change this review.

Came here for dinner after reading about it being one of the best places for dinner. We were not disappointed! The weather was great so we sat outside- much quieter and less crowded than indoors. Our server told us about the specials of the day that we’re not on the menu, and needless to say, half of our meal was from specials, and the other from the everyday menu. We ended up getting the Burrata and French Onion soup with Gruyère as the first part of our meal. They were both delicious and the perfect size, leaving us satisfied, but definitely hungry enough for the main course. Speaking of, our main dishes were the Lamb Bolognese and the Mussels. I was not a fan of the pasta, but my dining partner loved it. The mussels were the star of the night, though. There was quite a lot of them and the taste was immaculate! I recommend this for anyone visiting Boulder and looking for a place to eat out (it was very reasonably priced as well)!

Better than ever..

My experience here in years past has been “like a box of chocolates“…
But there is a new captain at the helm, Matt Yule, and what used to be the case of “you never know what you’re going to get“ with service and quality has become a consistently awesome experience, time after time. This is now my shamefully frequented go-to neighborhood spot where I can count on consistently stellar service, great food, and a wine list that never fails to impress (pro tip: ask for Griffin; wine-guide-extraordinaire who’ll never steer you wrong).

A great find in Boulder. The food..service and friendly staff were all amazing. Please add this restaurant to your wish list...
Its so worth it

Loved our Sunday Brunch. Friendly staff & delicious food. We were a party of 6. We each chose a different dish and everyone enjoyed their meals!! Mateo’s is wonderful about making accommodations for dietary preferences. Highly recommended!

Good food and good service. We sat outside on their very lovely patio. I had the chicken with frites, which were perfectly cooked and a salad that was also delicious. My husband had steak and frites which he said was the best steak he had had in a long time.

This a great place.Local restaurant with an amazing menu. People working there are really nice and friendly. Went with my wife, seated at the bar and had an amazing moment

I feel like the portion of desserts were bigger than the meal which I didn't mind at all, but overall foods were super tasty, the chicken was tender and I liked the crispy and hot fries. And you should definitely get desserts here. The service was nice, too

Great experience overall - tasty drinks and every dish was delicious and well balanced. We were initially worried about being seated outside (it was less than 40 degrees out) but the patio heaters kicked in quickly.

Huge kudos to the team at Mateo for helping us host a wonderful team dinner for 18 people and making it look easy! From booking our event, to the set-up, to the excellent service we received that night, and of course the wonderful food—the whole experience was perfect! A number of restaurants in Boulder have made it exorbitantly expensive and difficult to host larger gatherings—Mateo was exactly the opposite. They were welcoming, friendly, and allowed the group to order off the full menu. The service was attentive and efficient from the first cocktail through dessert. The sommelier did a great job picking wines for our group and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals! Big shout out to the team at Mateo for creating and maintaining the local neighborhood restaurant feel that is filled with warmth and excellence.

An extraordinary evening with a dear friend. Started with plump moules- delicious in a savory tomato and wine broth - followed by the poulet which was out of this world - succulent and extra crispy at the same time. Matt treated us to the gorgeous and as equally delicious green Charteuse digestif to perfectly top off the night!
Can’t wait to come
Back!

My favorite lunch spot in Boulder! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu.

A true staple for my husband and I ❤ Whenever we have a special occasion, THIS is our place. The duck confit is outta this world and the meat and cheese board is perfectly put together. Also the staff is wonderful and goes above and beyond. In case it wasn't obvious, we love Mateo

Amazing food, great staff and service. I had the classic eggs Benedict. So good!

Staff were knowledgeable, friendly and intuitive. Our table wasn't ready when we arrived but they made accommodations and offered a complimentary charcuterie plate while we waited. Lovely touch. Manager came by to check in a couple of times. Good, buzzy vibe. We had the fixed price menu and everything was delicious. Highly recommend!

We had a business dinner here. It was fabulous. Service was excellent. The food is amazing. We had a great time