Meat – You’ve either cut it out of your diet entirely or have relegated it to the rare appearance. While you can be plant-based virtually anywhere, it can be more challenging in some places than others. Thankfully, the city of Boulder is decidedly veg-friendly.

Plenty of Plant-Based Restaurants

Boulder Colorado is a great place for vegans, vegetarians, and other veggie lovers to come and get delicious bites to eat. With tons of different restaurants around that specialize in meals made for those with certain dietary restrictions or lifestyle choices. So whether you abstain from meat and animal products for religious reasons, health reasons, or as a personal choice, here are just a few of the delectable choices you have when selecting one of the many plant-based restaurants that Boulder offers. 

So, you’ve made a connection on the dating app of your choice. The two of you are plant-based. It’s time to check out your options. Here are just two of Boulder’s top vegetarian restaurants.

Leaf

This casual spot gives an upscale vibe with a menu that boasts fresh farm-to-table dining from the owner’s farmland. Everything on the menu is vegetarian and most of it can be made vegan as well, making this the perfect place for vegetarians and vegans alike to eat at.0

Thrive

If you love the colorful crunch of raw vegetables, then you will love this place. Thrive specializes in raw eating and believes that the enzymes in uncooked plant-based eating have effects that cannot be matched. Here you will not only get to enjoy a delicious plant-based meal, but you’ll also get to learn exactly how good these foods can be for you. 

Farmers Markets Galore

Farmers markets aren’t inherently vegan, but they are heaven for someone who follows a plant-based diet. Where else can you find such an abundance of in-season fruits and vegetables, not to mention baked goods and other prepared foods? Here are a couple to check out.

Boulder Farmers Market

This farmers market runs from April to November on Saturdays, and May to October on Sundays. Every vendor there is from Colorado and only producers are allowed space in the market. They must also abide by the market’s commitment to zero waste.

Some of the plant-based offerings include:

• Project Umami tempeh
• I Love HeartBeets
• Best One Yet ice cream
• Mountain Girl Pickles

All of this is in addition to vendors selling everything from baby carrots to salad greens.

Sunbeam Farm

Sunbeam Farm is committed to offering sustainably grown produce to the citizens of Boulder. They also have a wonderful community education initiative. Check out their farm stand, it’s worth the trip to stock up on organic vegetables.

Plant-Based Acceptance

There are many reasons why a person may choose to be a vegan or vegetarian. For some, the decision is related to their own health and wellness. A person may have chosen to become vegan or vegetarian because they developed an allergy to meat due to a tick bite, or have an allergy to dairy. They may have been one their entire life due to the influences of their home or religious lifestyles. A person may also become vegetarian or vegan due to the rising cost of meats and animal products. No matter what the reason, Boulder Colorado is welcoming and accepting of all dietary restrictions and lifestyle choices, and the people who live in this town happily accept everyone who enjoys a plant-based diet. 

An Overall Culture of Wellness

Many of the people who live in Colorado live active and healthy lifestyles. Hiking through the mountains, camping, and so much more aren’t just considered to be simple activities, they are a way of life and to keep up with the hustle and bustle of everyone around you it is crucial that your lifestyle can help you keep up with everyone else. 

This is just one of the many reasons why there is such a culture of health and wellness that is ingrained so deeply in the community of those who live not just in Boulder, but across Colorado in general.