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Walnut Cafe

Walnut Cafe

Café and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Central Boulder, Boulder
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    Patrick D.
    "Boulder Latte + Cinnamon French Toast = happy belly."(3 Tips)
    Janna H.
    "Eggs Marcos are a must!"(2 Tips)
    Chris W.
    "Awesome coffee, try the eggs marcos."(2 Tips)
    Francesco B.
    "Got the quiche it was amazing!"(4 Tips)
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  • Amy R.
    Amy RuleJuly 22, 2015
    I order a soy Walnutty Latte, and the Tempeh Skillet with a side of fruit (no onion, sub soy cheese). Delicious vegan breakfast. They also have vegan margarine when I'm in the mood for toast.
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    Brian RheaAugust 10, 2015
    Get a Skip Scramble with a buttermilk biscuit as one of your sides. Load the biscuit up with the scramble and you've got an amazing open-faced breakfast sandwich.
  • Jessica P.
    Jessica PionkeDecember 30, 2012
    You gotta get the Southside Special omelette! It is bacon, green chile, cheddar, and cilantro heaven! Ask for the breakfast potatoes cooked well done, otherwise they aren't crispy and a bit blah.
  • Tony F.
    Tony FrancioneNovember 16, 2018
    A great place to start the morning. Proper espresso beverages and a few steps above a greasy spoon with some great traditional breakfast options.
  • Joe L.heart icon on user image
    Joe LongJuly 13, 2015
    This place is ridiculous. Get the eggs Marcos and the breakfast potatoes with dill. Hearty but so flavorful and excellent!
  • Paola M.heart icon on user image
    Paola MckeeSeptember 4, 2017
    Neighborhood gem! Breakfast is so delicious. Laid back local spot. They don't have wifi.
  • Eric A.heart icon on user image
    Eric AndersenDecember 6, 2021
    The biscuits here are huge…and warm and delicious!
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    Eric AndersenDecember 6, 2021
    Don’t forget to check the breakfast specials up on the board!
  • Laura S.heart icon on user image
    Laura S.September 19, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The special coffees are worth it. Try the black n white latte!
  • Cara Jo
    Cara JoOctober 5, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Best place to get Gluten Free waffles or pancakes. They'll even make the pancake sides GF! Do it!
  • Ariel W.heart icon on user image
    Ariel WelchSeptember 24, 2015
    I come for the vegetarian/vegan options, the boyfriend comes for the banana nut bread. :D
  • Francesco B.heart icon on user image
    Francesco BertiSeptember 7, 2014
    Got the quiche it was amazing! So were my gf's granola banana chocolate chips pancakes!!
  • Grace B.
    Grace BoyleDecember 25, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the crew here! Boulder Latte is bomb. Try their daily pie selection. And ask about their specials, they always wow.
  • Stefan D.heart icon on user image
    Stefan D.September 8, 2015
    Nice breakfast place. The French toast dipped in pancake dough is pretty good!
  • Peter O.heart icon on user image
    Peter OrganisciakAugust 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Vegan breakfast options are a welcome change, give 'em a try!
  • Charles
    CharlesAugust 2, 2012
    Love Dana D's Vanilla Blast Off!!! Also love the fact that I can get French Toast as a side with my Eggs Marcos!!
  • Lyndsie C.heart icon on user image
    Lyndsie ClarkApril 13, 2013
    The vegetarian biscuits and gravy is awesome, but it's not a regular menu item.
  • Eric M.heart icon on user image
    Eric MunterDecember 29, 2015
    Great atmosphere, huge portions, excellent food.
  • Valerie S.heart icon on user image
    Valerie StewartFebruary 14, 2015
    Awesome service. GF substitutes everything's yummy
  • Jamie
    JamieAugust 31, 2012
    They do not skimp on the green chiles in the Southside Special - delicious!!
  • Ellie B.heart icon on user image
    Ellie BelterFebruary 14, 2016
    Best green chili and artichoke swiss omelette!!
  • Paige A.heart icon on user image
    Paige AlbiniakJune 8, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Quiche, Blueberry cornbread, service
  • Carllee C.
    Carllee CSeptember 25, 2010
    The coffee is blah but the food is AMAZING. Best breakfast in Boulder.
  • Kathryn F.
    Kathryn F.January 26, 2013
    Great breakfast. Try the dill eggs, so good!
  • Ryan F.
    Ryan FreitasOctober 16, 2011
    The meals are really hearty here! Get the breakfast potatoes as a side!
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    tom napperJanuary 3, 2016
    Fast service. Breakfast burrito was terrific.
  • Carley C.heart icon on user image
    Carley CrottaMarch 24, 2015
    Pancake French toast? What more can you ask for!
  • Lydia S.heart icon on user image
    The breakfast is delicious and cheap!
  • Kim K.heart icon on user image
    Kim KushnerMay 17, 2014
    Great food and quick, friendly service.
  • Patrick D.
    Patrick DavisJuly 23, 2013
    Boulder Latte + Cinnamon French Toast = happy belly. Good talent.
  • Brittany L.
    Brittany LincolnJanuary 21, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The southside omelette is great! Green chili heaven.
  • Kyle K.
    Kyle KuczunOctober 27, 2013
    Tuesday is pie day! $2.50/slice. Recommend: pecan
  • Giselle C.heart icon on user image
    Giselle CesinFebruary 11, 2017
    Pumpkin Pancakes are amazing
  • Space Agency
    Space AgencyNovember 25, 2012
    If you have breakfast here, you're gonna have a happy belly!
  • Brittany L.
    Brittany LincolnSeptember 8, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Quiche of the day, awesome! The santa fe is right on the mark!
  • Giselle C.heart icon on user image
    Giselle CesinJuly 31, 2015
    Pumpkin pancakes are Awesome!
  • PlumbCo
    PlumbCoSeptember 3, 2010
    Killer Spinach & Cream Cheese Omelettes, Quiche of the Day & Pie Tuesday!
  • Sarah W.heart icon on user image
    Sarah WelchAugust 3, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Great lunch specials!
  • Matt F.heart icon on user image
    Matt FloodAugust 16, 2014
    Breakfast pancakes
  • Rachel B.
    Rachel BaptistaJanuary 27, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the pumpkin pancakes!!!
  • nancy c.
    nancy cooleyMarch 5, 2011
    My favorite; vegetarian gravy on biskets!
  • Tim F.
    Tim FallsMarch 27, 2011
    Get the boulder latte. Honey and cinnamon!
  • Robert R.heart icon on user image
    Robert RoweDecember 4, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Pie first, then breakfast.
  • Jose H.heart icon on user image
    Jose HernandezJuly 22, 2016
    Belgian Waffles!
  • Blake N.heart icon on user image
    Blake NetzebandSeptember 5, 2015
    go-to breakfast spot
  • Chris W.
    Chris WildMay 10, 2010
    Awesome coffee, try the eggs marcos.
  • Tobin K.heart icon on user image
    Tobin KaestnerJuly 16, 2015
    Chilaquiles
  • Janna H.heart icon on user image
    Janna H.September 25, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Eggs Marcos are a must!
  • AJheart icon on user image
    AJJanuary 27, 2022
    Good, but nothing fancy
  • Brian I.
    Brian InderwiesJune 5, 2010
    Green chile on your omelet could become your newest obsession. Try it.
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