Basta - Boulder

We ordered several small plates, including crudo (raw sushi-grade fish with daikon), sourdough bread accompanied by olive oil and salt, chicken liver with cherr... read more We ordered several small plates, including crudo (raw sushi-grade fish with daikon), sourdough bread accompanied by olive oil and salt, chicken liver with cherry mustard seed, beets with chevre, winter squash, charcuterie, and my husband's favorite, the burrata (bread with mozzarella and herbs). To top off our meal, we indulged in potato donuts with orange chantilly and chocolate pudding with coffee whipped cream, reminiscent of a pot de crème. Overall, the entire dining experience was exceptional. We highly recommend Basta with its new menu and can't wait to visit again!

The highlight of my culinary experience at one of the country's finest restaurants was truly unforgettable. It was wonderful to meet Kelly, explore the wood mil... read more The highlight of my culinary experience at one of the country's finest restaurants was truly unforgettable. It was wonderful to meet Kelly, explore the wood mill, and taste the delightful bread and burrata course, along with the rapini, duck confit, and clam pizza. I can’t wait to return!

If you're searching for some of the finest cuisine in the state, combined with outstanding hospitality, this is the place for you. Inquire with the chef about a... read more If you're searching for some of the finest cuisine in the state, combined with outstanding hospitality, this is the place for you. Inquire with the chef about any off-menu specials and let yourself be guided by their expertise for a memorable evening.

Food: always amazing with flavors that surprise and delight. Staff: always attentive and friendly. Ambiance: perfect balance of voices, clatter, for privacy whi... read more Food: always amazing with flavors that surprise and delight. Staff: always attentive and friendly. Ambiance: perfect balance of voices, clatter, for privacy while dining in a setting that feels like a dinner party. My favorite restaurant.

The perfect Fall salad wood fired vegetables including romanesco, raddichio, beets, carrots, potatoes, arugula, croutons and balsamic. Hamachi crudo on a perfec... read more The perfect Fall salad wood fired vegetables including romanesco, raddichio, beets, carrots, potatoes, arugula, croutons and balsamic. Hamachi crudo on a perfectly creamy bed of celery root purée. And Nick gets my nomination for best Boulder bartender with his aged mix of bourbon, red vermouth, and Campari. Plus he knows a lot!