Steakhouse No. 316
Central Boulder, Boulder
Restaurant in Boulder, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Steakhouse No. 316 for a polished Boulder dinner when steakhouse comfort and a serious wine list are the priority. Its 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence and Star Wine List recognition make it stronger for bottle-led special occasions than for casual, experimental dining.
About Steakhouse No. 316
In Boulder's evening dining window, Steakhouse No. 316 offers daily 4:30–10 PM hours, a smart-casual dress code, wine recognition from Wine Spectator and Star Wine List in 2026. That makes it a stronger fit for a planned dinner than for a loosely researched drop-in.
For someone who has been once, the second visit should be planned around its strengths rather than invented specifics. Use it when the table wants a polished Boulder dinner and cares about a restaurant with outside wine recognition. It supports an evening plan and a smart-casual occasion; it does not offer lunch, specific dishes, seating formats, group capacity, or special dietary accommodations.
Use it for a polished Boulder dinner, not the broadest Boulder night out
The smart booking case is occasion-driven: birthday dinner, client meal, date night, or another evening where a smart-casual setting and wine recognition matter. It is less useful if the table needs details about a lighter menu, a particular service style, or a specific dining format. In that case, Bramble & Hare may fit a different brief better.
Because its strengths are strongest around hours, dress code, wine recognition, the safest way to plan is dinner-first: pick the night for the occasion, then decide whether Steakhouse No. 316 is the right Boulder choice or whether another category makes more sense. For broader planning, 's full Boulder restaurants guide is more useful than stretching this into an all-purpose recommendation.
What to do on a second or third visit
On a return visit, choose it when the wine recognition and smart-casual dinner setting matter to the table. On a third visit, make it the dependable planned-evening option rather than the experimental one. If the group wants a different Boulder dinner direction, compare it with Stella's Cucina or Oak at Fourteenth. Steakhouse No. 316 earns the slot when the decision is a polished Boulder dinner backed by wine accolades, not when the group needs detailed menu or service promises that are not available.
Planning details
- Location
- 1922 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302
- Website
- steakhouse316.com
- Phone
- (720) 729-1922
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Steakhouse No. 316 reads like a considered, contemporary take on the classic American chophouse. It leans into the traditional rhythm of dry-aged beef, family-style sides and tableside service while foregrounding a wine-literate, locally conscious mindset. The dining room favors conversation over gimmicks, and the program’s White Star recognition signals a cellar and list that matter as much as the steak. Located in downtown Boulder, the restaurant sits comfortably in the city’s serious-dining conversation, offering an elegant, classic setting that still feels approachable and focused on what the tradition does best.
Best For
This is primarily a dinner destination and suits special occasions, celebrations, date nights and business dinners where a robust wine program enhances the meal. The format favors a relaxed but elevated pace—courses and family-style sides encourage sharing and conversation—so it’s ideal for groups who want a focused steakhouse experience rather than a quick bite. Given the attention to wine, it also works well for wine-focused evenings with colleagues or friends who appreciate a thoughtful list alongside dry-aged cuts.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the classics and let the wine list do heavy lifting: the Tableside Caesar is an easy starter for the table, followed by a show-stopping dry-aged cut such as the Kansas City Strip or the Filet Mignon. The Petit Seafood Plateau provides a lighter shared course if you want contrast before steak. Expect family-style sides as part of the ritual and consider leaning into the restaurant’s California-Cabernet–forward wine angle or consult the award-winning list for pairings that stand up to rich, dry-aged beef.
Venue details
Ambiance
Moody and elegant with dark hardwoods, red velvet banquettes, Victorian touches, and a cozy fireplace in the back room.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Tableside Caesar Salad
- Kansas City Strip
- Filet Mignon
- Petit Seafood Plateau
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group wants contemporary Boulder cooking instead of a steakhouse night, book Oak at Fourteenth. If the occasion calls for Italian, choose Stella's Cucina.
Restaurant context
How Steakhouse No. 316 compares in Boulder
Steakhouse No. 316 is the Boulder pick when the table wants a classic steakhouse-style dinner with stronger wine credentials. Bramble & Hare is better for a farm-driven American meal at a similar $$$ level, while Oak at Fourteenth is the sharper cross-shop for contemporary cooking rather than steakhouse comfort.
Stella's Cucina makes more sense for Italian and a softer date-night brief. Spruce Farm & Fish is the safer alternative when the group wants a broader hotel-restaurant style meal, while Boulder Dushanbe Tea House is the better call for a more distinctive setting and Eastern European direction.
For value, the choice depends on what the table will use: the wine-recognized steakhouse format gives Steakhouse No. 316 the stronger special-occasion argument, but Bramble & Hare and Oak at Fourteenth are more flexible for diners who want Boulder contemporary cooking without committing the night to steakhouse richness.
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Compare Steakhouse No. 316
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steakhouse No. 316 | Boulder | ; | Star Wine Lists 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence | ; |
| Bramble & Hare | Boulder | American | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
| Oak at Fourteenth | Boulder | Contemporary | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
| Stella's Cucina | Boulder | Italian | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
| Spruce Farm & Fish | Boulder | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Boulder Dushanbe Tea House | Boulder | Eastern European | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Steakhouse No. 316?
Bar seating is not available here. Steakhouse No. 316 is in Boulder and lists dinner hours daily from 4:30–10 PM. If bar seating matters to your plan, check directly with the restaurant before going.
Is Steakhouse No. 316 good for a special occasion?
It can be a sensible special-occasion choice if you want a smart-casual Boulder dinner with wine recognition. Steakhouse No. 316 has Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence recognition and Star Wine List recognition for 2026.
Is lunch or dinner better at Steakhouse No. 316?
Dinner is the service window. The listed hours are 4:30–10 PM every day, no lunch hours are available.
What are alternatives to Steakhouse No. 316 in Boulder?
For a different Boulder dinner plan, consider Bramble & Hare, Oak at Fourteenth, Stella's Cucina, Spruce Farm & Fish, or Boulder Dushanbe Tea House. Use those comparisons to match the occasion rather than assuming Steakhouse No. 316 covers every dining brief.
