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Where to Eat in Louisville

We've got you covered with these eleven restaurants

by Andra Zeppelin and Camila Navarrette
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Mural of historic Louisville at the Blue Parrot
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by Andra Zeppelin and Camila Navarrette

Founded as a mining town in the nineteenth century, the small city of Louisville, Colorado has grown into a suburban hot spot along the eastern edge of the Boulder County line. As the city grow into its own, its culinary and restaurant scene strives along with it. From barbecue joints to the city's oldest saloon, these eleven restaurants and bars are making their mark on the local culinary scene.

Note: The restaurants are listed in alphabetical order. If we missed your favorite, please leave it in a comment below along with an explanation of why it should be included in this guide.

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Empire Lounge & Restaurant

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The Main Street restaurant adds an eclectic twist to New American fare. Beyond the neon sign that hangs above the spot are generous portions of mac 'n cheese, bucatini and pork ricotta meatballs, and a cassoulet with duck confit legs, among others.
816 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.665-.2521
303.665-.2521
The Empire Lounge & Restaurant

Lucky Pie Pizza & Tap House

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The original location of the beloved pizzeria boasts a large dining room, bar and lounge, and extensive outdoor patio space to eat and drink. Since 2012, the restaurant offered pies and more alongside a rotating lineup of draft beers.
637 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.666.5743
303.666.5743
Lucky Pie Pizza

Moxie Bread Co

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Housed in a historic residence along Main Street, Moxie Bread Co. specializes in rustic baked goods and sandwiches. Following a philosophy that emphasizes fresh and local foods, the bakery keeps customers coming back for the King Egg - a crispy croissant sandwich packed with seasonal vegetables and rotating variety of meats and cheeses. Stop by on Wednesdays for pizza and music night and every other day for your daily to-go bread.
641 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
720.350.4710
720.350.4710
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LuLu's BBQ

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The barbecue joint delivers Texas Hill Country-style meats, comfort foods, and southwestern classics. Loyal fans can't stop praising the authentic flavors and serious tenderness of the meat.
701 B Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
720.583.1789
720.583.1789
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Twelve Degree Brewing

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This neighborhood brewery and bar crafts Belgian-style artisan Saisons and Strong Ales. Every Thursday night, guests are encouraged to bring a part of their own collection to Vinyl Night - where if you're record is chosen, enjoy a beer on the house.
Main Street, Louisville, CO 80027
720.638.1623
720.638.1623
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Blue Parrot

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The Colacci family has welcomed the Louisville community to their Italian restaurant since 1919. The restaurant is operated by multiple generations and is famous for its house-made spaghetti sauce.
640 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.666.0677
303.666.0677

La Revolucion Taqueria y Cantina

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Inspired by traditional Mexican and Spanish flavors in addition to contemporary California cuisine, La Revolucion is known for its mix of taqueria classics and craft tequila cocktails. Hit up the extensive patio before the summer ends.
Louisville, CO 80027
303.926.3998
303.926.3998
La Revolucion Taqueria y Cantina

Pica's Mexican Taqueria, Louisville

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The Wyoming-born Mexican grill that has a Boulder location opened a Louisville outpost this past June. The new restaurant is gaining fans for its fresh fare and all-day happy hour on Mondays.
901 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
720.535.8311
720.535.8311
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The Huckleberry

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Operating out of Louisille's old Post Office, the cafe serves contemporary and fun comfort food. The Huckleberry also has a bakery on-site and fresh baked goods daily.
700 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.666.8020
303.666.8020
The Huckleberry

Sweet Cow Ice Cream

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The sweet space prepares fresh and hand-crafted ice cream on site with local ingredients and bold flavors. There are 22 flavors daily - 9 staples available year-round, and 13 flavors (2 sorbet options for the non-dairy folks) that rotate on a bi-monthly basis All of them will make you wanna come back.
637 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.666.4269
303.666.4269

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740 Front

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This is one of the oldest bars in Colorado and is the last remaining saloon out of the original thirteen that lined Louisville's Front Street strip. Recently renovated, 740 Front offers a menu that ranges from flatiron chicken to manicotti, smoked salmon fettuccine, and a variety of steaks.
740 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
720.519.1972
720.519.1972
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Empire Lounge & Restaurant

816 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
The Main Street restaurant adds an eclectic twist to New American fare. Beyond the neon sign that hangs above the spot are generous portions of mac 'n cheese, bucatini and pork ricotta meatballs, and a cassoulet with duck confit legs, among others.
816 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.665-.2521
303.665-.2521
The Empire Lounge & Restaurant

Lucky Pie Pizza & Tap House

637 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
The original location of the beloved pizzeria boasts a large dining room, bar and lounge, and extensive outdoor patio space to eat and drink. Since 2012, the restaurant offered pies and more alongside a rotating lineup of draft beers.
637 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.666.5743
303.666.5743
Lucky Pie Pizza

Moxie Bread Co

641 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
Housed in a historic residence along Main Street, Moxie Bread Co. specializes in rustic baked goods and sandwiches. Following a philosophy that emphasizes fresh and local foods, the bakery keeps customers coming back for the King Egg - a crispy croissant sandwich packed with seasonal vegetables and rotating variety of meats and cheeses. Stop by on Wednesdays for pizza and music night and every other day for your daily to-go bread.
641 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
720.350.4710
720.350.4710
Lauren DeFilippo

LuLu's BBQ

701 B Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
The barbecue joint delivers Texas Hill Country-style meats, comfort foods, and southwestern classics. Loyal fans can't stop praising the authentic flavors and serious tenderness of the meat.
701 B Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
720.583.1789
720.583.1789
Facebook

Twelve Degree Brewing

Main Street, Louisville, CO 80027
This neighborhood brewery and bar crafts Belgian-style artisan Saisons and Strong Ales. Every Thursday night, guests are encouraged to bring a part of their own collection to Vinyl Night - where if you're record is chosen, enjoy a beer on the house.
Main Street, Louisville, CO 80027
720.638.1623
720.638.1623
Facebook

Blue Parrot

640 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
The Colacci family has welcomed the Louisville community to their Italian restaurant since 1919. The restaurant is operated by multiple generations and is famous for its house-made spaghetti sauce.
640 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.666.0677
303.666.0677

La Revolucion Taqueria y Cantina

Louisville, CO 80027
Inspired by traditional Mexican and Spanish flavors in addition to contemporary California cuisine, La Revolucion is known for its mix of taqueria classics and craft tequila cocktails. Hit up the extensive patio before the summer ends.
Louisville, CO 80027
303.926.3998
303.926.3998
La Revolucion Taqueria y Cantina

Pica's Mexican Taqueria, Louisville

901 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
The Wyoming-born Mexican grill that has a Boulder location opened a Louisville outpost this past June. The new restaurant is gaining fans for its fresh fare and all-day happy hour on Mondays.
901 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
720.535.8311
720.535.8311
Facebook

The Huckleberry

700 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
Operating out of Louisille's old Post Office, the cafe serves contemporary and fun comfort food. The Huckleberry also has a bakery on-site and fresh baked goods daily.
700 Main St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.666.8020
303.666.8020
The Huckleberry

Sweet Cow Ice Cream

637 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
The sweet space prepares fresh and hand-crafted ice cream on site with local ingredients and bold flavors. There are 22 flavors daily - 9 staples available year-round, and 13 flavors (2 sorbet options for the non-dairy folks) that rotate on a bi-monthly basis All of them will make you wanna come back.
637 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
303.666.4269
303.666.4269

740 Front

740 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
This is one of the oldest bars in Colorado and is the last remaining saloon out of the original thirteen that lined Louisville's Front Street strip. Recently renovated, 740 Front offers a menu that ranges from flatiron chicken to manicotti, smoked salmon fettuccine, and a variety of steaks.
740 Front St, Louisville, CO 80027
720.519.1972
720.519.1972
Facebook

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