🍥 Let’s Slurp, Boulder!

Hey Boulder! 🌞

When rain’s rolling in and there’s only one thing to do: grab a bowl of ramen and embrace the cozy vibes. This week’s issue dives head-first into Boulder’s top ramen spots—from beloved mainstays to secret Sunday-only gems. Whether you’re team tonkotsu or miso misfit, there’s a warm, brothy hug out there with your name on it.

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Let’s dig in!

— The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉

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🍜 Boulder’s Best Bowls: Ramen Showdown!

Rainy days? Craving some comfort in a bowl? Let’s talk ramen—the soul-soothing, belly-warming goodness that’s perfect for Boulder’s cool mountain nights (or rainy spring afternoons!). We’ve rounded up some top contenders, crowd favorites, and secret noodle spots that locals swear by. Grab those chopsticks and let’s slurp our way through the best ramen in town:

🔴 Dragonfly Noodle – A consistent favorite for their rich, creamy tonkotsu broth and house-made noodles. Some say it’s a little salty, but hey, that’s part of the charm!

🍜 My Izakaya – Small, cozy, and cozy vibes for days. Ramen’s only on Sundays, so plan ahead!

🍥 Peko Peko – Nestled inside Avanti, this spot brings big flavor and killer Pearl Street views (head to the top floor for that!).

🌶️ Bowl Izakaya in Longmont – Okay, it’s a drive, but if you’re craving spicy ramen, this spot’s a must.

🍜 Sachi Sushi in Niwot – Another Sunday-only gem—come early before they sell out!

🌸 Shin Yuu Izakaya in Louisville – If you’re willing to venture outside Boulder, this place has top-notch broth and even yakitori skewers to pair.

🥢 Honorable Mentions – Rakkan Ramen (fast, no-frills, and all about the flavor) and the dearly missed Black Pepper Pho (RIP, mango sticky rice + quail eggs combo, you are gone but not forgotten!).

💡 Pro Tips:

• Sunday slurping: Plan ahead for spots like My Izakaya and Sachi Sushi, which are only dishing out ramen on Sundays.

• Stay cozy: Nothing beats ramen on a rainy day—consider it your warm, noodle hug from Boulder’s culinary scene.

• Bring a friend (or two): Ramen is always better shared, especially when you’re debating the merits of tonkotsu vs. miso.

Got a favorite ramen spot we missed? Hit reply and spill the noodle tea. 🍜🎉

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