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Local guides, history, and practical notes about living in and visiting Boulder Creek.
Pizza in Boulder Creek: Round Table Is Open on Central Avenue
Round Table Pizza is open again at 13200 Central Avenue. Find hours, menu, delivery, opening-day prices, and the story of the building's return to its original pizza brand.
What Food Delivery Works in Boulder Creek
DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub all serve Boulder Creek, and grocery delivery works here too. The full list of restaurants and stores that reach 95006.
Coffee in Boulder Creek: Where to Get a Cup
The oatmeal at Jenna Sue's beats mine every time, and I've tried. Both coffee shops, the 8 a.m. fallback, and who opens earliest.
El Rey Leon: The Mexican Food Truck Parked on Central Avenue
El Rey Leon is the Mexican food truck at 12890 Central Avenue in Boulder Creek, there on set days with outdoor seating and counter service. Closed Sunday.
Taqueria Los Gallos: The Sit-Down Taqueria on Central Avenue
Taqueria Los Gallos is the sit-down taqueria at 13070 Central Avenue in downtown Boulder Creek, open daily from 8:30 a.m. The menu, hours, and how ordering works.
The Sawmill Restaurant & Alehouse: Boulder Creek's Yard Under the Redwoods
The Sawmill Restaurant & Alehouse at 15520 Highway 9 closed after service on August 14, 2026. No reopening date has been announced. The menu and venue details here describe the former operation.
Tae's Edo Sushi Bar: The Sushi Restaurant in Boulder Creek
Tae's Edo Sushi Bar at 13271 Highway 9 is the sushi restaurant in Boulder Creek. Dinner Tuesday through Sunday, with a Friday and Saturday lunch window.
River Dogs of Boulder Creek: The Hot Dog Stand Behind Joe's Bar
River Dogs of Boulder Creek is an outdoor hot dog stand at 123 Forest Street, behind Joe's Bar. Chicago dogs, veggie dogs, a fire pit, and a small stage.
Bella's Cafe: Boulder Creek's Sit-Down Breakfast
Bella's Cafe at 13132 Central Avenue is the sit-down breakfast and lunch diner in downtown Boulder Creek. It keeps no website, so call 831-217-5070.
Jenna Sue's Cafe: Where the Morning Crowd Goes in Boulder Creek
Jenna Sue's Cafe at 13090 Highway 9 opens at 6 a.m. on weekdays, tied for the earliest door in Boulder Creek. Java Bob's coffee, breakfast, and an in-house bakery.
The Tree House Cafe: The Boulder Creek Coffee Shop With Redwoods Inside It
The Tree House Cafe sits at the north end of Boulder Creek with living redwoods coming up through the floor. Coffee, breakfast, and how to find its current hours.
The Red Pearl: Boulder Creek's Chinese Restaurant
The Red Pearl is the Chinese restaurant for the whole San Lorenzo Valley, at 13151 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek. Dine in or take out, and no delivery, so plan a pickup.
Scopazzi's Restaurant & Lounge: Boulder Creek's Hundred-Year Dining Room
Paul Violante shares the stories behind Scopazzi's dining room, from Talal Janbay's Christmas decorations to the restaurant's tableside traditions.
Where to Eat Breakfast in Boulder Creek
Three downtown cafes plus Johnnie's deli and Scopazzi's weekend brunch. Here's where to find breakfast in Boulder Creek.
Dinner in Boulder Creek: Every Sit-Down Option in Town
Four sit-down dinner spots in Boulder Creek: Italian, Chinese, sushi, and Mexican. Hours, Monday options, and what changed after the Sawmill closed.
Where to Find Real Sourdough Around Boulder Creek
Boulder Creek has no walk-in bakery counter. Real sourdough comes from Wildstone at farmers markets, cottage bakers, and valley farm stands. Here's how.