Vegan
American
Gluten-free
All Raw
Opened Jul 2015 a raw food restaurant offering an array of smoothies and juices, salads, and has liquid nitrogen ice cream. Located across from Boulder High School and caters meals to the wider Boulder and Denver county areas. Open Mon-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm.
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Added by Munchi-chi on 29 Jul 2015
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95 Reviews
First Review by Jranda
Djo
Points +182
Very Tasty Banana Ice Cream - Edit
We came for the nitrogen ice cream which they were out of but the kind server guy made us special vanilla and pineapple flavored banana raw vegan ice cream. It was delicious 🤤 highly recommended and especially bc they will be moving in November 2024.
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SoyKal-El
Points +4910
Amazing raw food - Edit
I didn’t love the smoothie but the Tacno Salad was eye-opening. I haven’t had much raw vegan food before, but that dish removed any doubt that it can be incredible.
Read morePros: Tacno salad!, Great vibe
Guest
StandardLoop
Points +198
Raw food - Edit
I had a burger and smoothie here. It is raw food so I don't think it was that good. Staff was nice and place is small but vibey.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-04
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SophieStoeger
Points +64
Amazing amazing amazing!!! - Edit
Thrive is now one of my favorite restaurants. I ordered the Tacno Salad, and it was ridiculously delicious. My bf ordered the natural high smoothie and a burger, and both were phenomenal.
Read moreThe interior was really quirky, I liked all the crystals embedded in the table. The staff were also really friendly. I asked a few questions about what it means to be a raw vegan, and they happily clarified.
I’ll be back!
Updated from previous review on 2024-07-14
Pros: THE FOOD, Friendly staff
Cons: Seating can be a bit cramped, Someone dinged my car in the parking lot
Guest
BaylieBowers-Whaley
Points +82
Delicious!! - Edit
I had the Bakun Burger - full of flavor and beyond my expectations. Love this place!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-06-29
Pros: Vibes
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Whaley04
Points +16
Thicc salad - Edit
I got the Tacno Salad and it was amazing! Big portions and tons of flavor. Also the cold brew coffee was great.
Read morePros: Flavor , Vibes , Nutrition
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mattgmc
Points +68
This is a must-visit - Edit
They can make the simplest salad taste like a delicious, complex meal. Their entrees have continually surpassed my expectations. It’s incredible what they can do with raw vegan dishes.
Read morePros: Variety, Taste, Service
Cons: Limited hours
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jessBvegan
Points +114
Raw Vegan Hippie Heaven - Edit
i Love Raw Vegan food & had been looking forward to visiting Thrive... & it was great!
Read moreLOVE The Vibe & Decor 🦋
had the Coconut Wrap, Bacun Burger, Tacno Salad (my fave), Dragonfruit Cheezcake (so good), Dragonnfruit Dreamsicle Smoothie (yummy)
everything was good... but the Tacno Salad & the sauces on it were real nice!
There's also some really cool outdoor seating areas.
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-26
Pros: All Fresh Raw Vegan Food, Awesome Hippie Vibe, Decent Price Point
Cons: wish it was closer to me :(, good music but was a little loud for me
Guest
EricaGarrity
Points +106
Beautiful Food - Edit
Stopped by for lunch while in town. I had the Bacun Burger and hubs had the large nacho. Both were very flavorful
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xbleedcurrentx
Points +591
10/10 so good - Edit
I’ve been here several times and the food is always so good. Really fresh and full of flavor. The sunflower Caesar is so dang good.
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Faye_Doll
Points +17
I think they forgot about me… for a little bit there - Edit
After ordering 2 items off the menu I waited 30 mins for someone to say “who’s working on this(my food I ordered)” and then they got to work only to realize they needed to make some things that come with what I ordered. I love the idea of this place. I love that they make raw vegan food as I have to eat this way for health reasons. I have limited choices to eat out and we were visiting with our kiddos. Took them 45+ mins to get my food out.
Read moreThe wrap was really tasty, except for the outside actual wrap that was made from coconut, which was very distracting from the Caesar flavor of the filling. The pesto salad actually didn’t taste much like pesto. It just tasted like basil, and had too many pine nuts.
I am not sure the cost is worth the potential wait and small portion sizes that are super nut heavy.
Pros: Many raw vegan choices, Calming music , Friendly employees
Cons: Nut heavy dishes , Small portion sizes for the price, Staff seem more attentive to customers they know
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bklocke
Points +33
The best vegan restaurant in the U.S. - Edit
Here's why Thrive is the best vegan restaurant in the U.S.
Read more1. It is all vegan
2. It is all organic
3. It is all raw
4. It is tasty, fresh, and healthy! No junk-food vegan food here!
It has a laid-back vibe.
The only con:
1. I wish it was bigger and that more people supported it.
Guest
yannisb
Points +360
Plant based high quality simplicity - Edit
..visited 3 times.. love their approach to food to nutrition to interconnection_ loved the bacun burger!!
Read morePros: Healthy yummy simple global
Cons: No outlets for charging phones pc’s tablets
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Poundie
Points +15208
Old school excellence - Edit
This place has a hippie vibe, with top notch, healthy, tasty, raw, vegan food. It is not necessarily a place I would bring omni friends. But for those who truly want healthy, high quality vegan food, this place has a few equals. All the food seems to be build up from scratch – no beyond or impossible products here.
Read moreWe had a burger, sushi, soup, salad, cold-brew, coffee, chai tea, and cheesecake: all were great. I agree with the other reviewer who argued that this café could be regarded as among the best in the country.
Updated from previous review on 2023-11-13
Pros: Healthy, tasty, raw, creative,, All vegan food, Compostable utensils etc.
Cons: Not inexpensive
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clamchow
Points +1248
Tasty raw vegan food - Edit
The bakun burger was amazing.
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ajkauffman2003
Points +16
Thrive - Edit
Excellent food. This is a raw restaurant with a hippie vibe. The menu is broad. I had the pad Thai with zucchini noodles. I loved it. My husband had the BLT wrap. It was tasty. The wrap was their own flax wrap. The bacon was from coconut. I also had the miso soup with ginger, horseradish and cilantro. Very nice. There had a variety of homemade chocolates as well. When I’m boulder we will definitely go back.
Read morePros: Excellent food, Nice atmosphere , Plenty of parking
Cons: Can’t think of any. We were hungry
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animalfree1
Points +16
Raw Quality - Edit
Thrive is probably the best cafe in North America. It certainly has no equal for raw, vegan, organic fare. Everything is prepared with care and devotion. They have the best salads, wraps, and smoothies. Raw versions of classics such as pizza or cheesecake taste amazingly good, sometimes better than cooked version. I feel energized from a Thrive meal.
Read morePros: 100% organic, vegan, All raw with a few exceptions, 0% junk food
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BNowell
Points +608
Quite yummy! Tiny spot, though! - Edit
I loved my tacno salad and the ambience is super cute, hippy, crystals, psychedelic art… It’s all raw, though, so a bit hard to bring non-vegans who are only semi-willing. LOL
Read morePros: Fresh, made to order, healthy, all vegan!, Kind and exacting staff, Funky, fun, casual atmosphere
Cons: Very small inside, Hard to feed omnivore friends, Maybe a bit pricey (but it is Boulder!)
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NickyVegan
Points +127
100+ visits, excellent food and excellent service - Edit
As a vegan living in Boulder for 4 years I was impressed every single time I went here. Cory and his staff are absolutely phenomenal and provide not only great food, but incredible service.
Read morePros: Best vegan food in town, Best service in town, Fair prices
Cons: None
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benmanship
Points +78
Excellent spot, good vibes, and delicious foods! - Edit
Friendly staff and excellent menu
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Raw
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allregard
Points +23
Knowledge is Power - Edit
Rejoice! Knowing of this place has made you even more powerful. Cool ingredients.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-02-28
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BarbraWhite
Points +17
Spectacular amazing wonderful. Best ever. Soooooooooo good - Edit
Yummy healthy amazing
Read moreCan I say enough how good!!
Pros: Tons of vegan options, Hand made on spot , Yummy!!!
Cons: None!
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CayleyBaker
Points +27
truly amazing. - Edit
this place is mindblowing. hands down the best vegan food i have ever had. honestly probably my favorite restaurant i have been to…ever. i have to go here anytime i’m in boulder. their food is so creative and unbelievably flavorful. i could eat here everyday of my life
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BarbaraFleck
Points +64
Thoroughly Fabulous Thrive - Edit
Hard to choose as so many fab choices. The avocado toast amazing, best ever from east to west coast! Awesome chickpea miso with ginger horseradish and cilantro on top, so yummy… health shot boosters and salad.- Fed us all day! Thank you for being fabulous 💗
Read morePros: All vegan, Shakes and juice, Great ambiance and staff
Cons: None
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CocoButta
Points +418
Amazing - Edit
Delicious smoothies, salads, raw sammies
Read morePros: All vegan , All og , All raw
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1961Bluebird
Points +168
Great Raw Vegan Food - Edit
We had Avocado on toast and Bruschetta and they were both delicious! We also had two smoothies and they were also tasty! We highly recommend Thrive and it’s laid back vibe.
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JakeFuller
Points +1490
Such a Sweet Vibe - Edit
All vegan, raw foods. I ordered the Sammich with tacno meet and a smoothie. Incredible and extraordinarily fresh ingredients combined for a refreshing and healthy meal. The atmosphere is friendly, spiritual, and refreshing. Definitely check this place out!
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