Motherlode Cafe Tavern - Boulder

Like the other more recent reviews, can't believe how much slack this place has gotten. We went during happy hour and the cocktails were delicious and food was really good! The decor inside is very woodsy chic and inviting. Our service was great, huge outdoor space too! Definitely underrated spot just north of Boulder. Will be returning!

The food is mediocre at best. There is a shortage of flavor. It's like everything is under seasoned. And the service leaves something to be desired. It's not just the perpetual understaffing, it's also stuff like my waiter tried to show off and remember everything but brought my kid the wrong food. We didn't figure it out until the bill came (ah! That's why she didn't eat! but at that point we just wanted to leave. I'm not going back.

The service was great and I enjoy the atmosphere. Last time I went there, Ivan was our server, if I remember correctly. He was so nice and helpful on his very first shift, I think.The food is just okay, honestly, but I feel like they can fix that with some menu adjustment. The eggs benedict were good, but the hollandaise was not great.

Normally this place is good, DO NOT GO HERE unless you have TONS of TIME. It took 1 hour and 15 minutes to get our food. The alternate server claimed we arrived after 2 large tables. In fact we arrived after one large table. The other large table we knew everyone there and they arrived after we did. Our actual sever Lexie was great and I feel bad for her since nothing she could do about the rest of the staff. The alternate server had a terrible attitude.

Looking at all the reviews I have been reluctant to try this place..folks, it has been a tough time for all the restaurants the last two years. As a person who has worked in the food service industry for over 30 years, and a musician who plays at so many of their places..I have to say that this place is doing their best to get back in the game, and they are doing a great job! Went last Saturday and totally enjoyed the live entertainment, and the amazing rooftop patio. Took my wife back tonight and enjoyed a wonderful meal, great service and awesome views. Easy parking, way less stressful than downtown Longmont or Boulder on a Friday evening..their GM Frances was wonderful..please give them a try!!