Rudi's recently changed owners (a week ago) and the new owner - a wonderful woman named Lordes - is working super hard to restore Rudi's lustre. Rudi has been around for 30 years, and - while we've... More >
Rudi's recently changed owners (a week ago) and the new owner - a wonderful woman named Lordes - is working super hard to restore Rudi's lustre. Rudi has been around for 30 years, and - while we've lived in Boulder for 10 years - we'd never eaten here. It's tucked away in a shopping center near Table Mesa and 36 in a cute office / house-like building. It's a little tired feeling, but comfy. The food was outstanding tonight - great selection, fresh, and "worldly" (I had Indian, Amy had curry, Maureen had chicken something, and Dave had lamb medallions.)
The portions were good sized, but not overwhelming. We had enough room for dessert and managed to scarf down a toffee mouse cake thing. Yum.
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And that's an understatement. I went there with a date and my daughter and her boyfriend a while back and everything that could go wrong, did go wrong. We started out fine, with the waitress telling... More >
And that's an understatement. I went there with a date and my daughter and her boyfriend a while back and everything that could go wrong, did go wrong. We started out fine, with the waitress telling us about the specials, which sounded delicious. When the food arrived, my daughter, who had ordered ravioli, looked at the four forlorn pasta pieces in her dish as though they were meant to be an appetizer. It was, however the main course. Weighing in at a mere 110 pounds, it's not like she eats much, but this wouldn't have satisfied a bird.
The rest of us were equally unhappy with our selections and our portion sizes. Then, the waitress simply disappeared. Vanished. Poof! Finally weary of waiting for someone to fill our bread basket, I politely asked another wait person to either find our gal or do the honors. Well, they did eventually bring us another basket of bread--and one piece had been buttered and bite was taken out of it!! I kid you not!! They had obviously given us "re-used" bread from another table!! Unfortunately, I had taken a bite out of another piece in the basket before the "oversight" was discovered.
And what did they do do to apologize? They compted us one meal of the four we ordered!! And we had to ask for that much! PLUS-- they acted like it was no big deal. It was awful.
Obviously, a tip was not left. But, I'll give you one now. Skip Rudi's in Boulder!
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Several friends joined me for Sunday brunch - we all had an excellent meals. I had blackened trout (at my request served without the eggs & potatos, on a bed of greens) - it arrived hot, perfectly... More >
Several friends joined me for Sunday brunch - we all had an excellent meals. I had blackened trout (at my request served without the eggs & potatos, on a bed of greens) - it arrived hot, perfectly seasoned and served not only on a bed of fresh greens, but with assorted salad veggies as well. I really appreciated the chef's willingness to accomodate my request. There was something for everyone on the menu, the portions were generous, and we shared samples from each other's plates - everything tasted GREAT. The FORMER OWNERS know what they're doing, I'm glad they're back - Rudi's has alot to offer.
Pros: Honor special request, Great variety, Vegetarian friendly
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I just wanted to say that the two previous reviews are completely invalid now. Yes, everything was true THEN. But now the original owners are back and everything is wonderful! The food is so... More >
I just wanted to say that the two previous reviews are completely invalid now. Yes, everything was true THEN. But now the original owners are back and everything is wonderful! The food is so delicious and they have something for everyone! Italian, Indian, Thai, beef, seafood, vegetarian, etc. Best of all - the veggies are locally grown and organic as much as possible, the meat is organic and all natural, and the salmon is wild, not farmed! They also offer organic wines. The chef uses plenty of fresh herbs and spices, so everything is very flavorful. Also, the portions are plentiful and the homemade herbed bread is delicious! If you tried Rudi's last year under the former owner - you should definitely give it a second chance! There's a reason it was here for over 20 years before it was sold! Thankfully Rudi's was not lost and has been revived.
Pros: Diverse menu, Excellent food, Ample free parking
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We to Rudi's after hearing about it from Boulder natives. Another bonus, we thought, was they were listed in the entertainment book with a nice discount. Once we were seated and had placed our... More >
We to Rudi's after hearing about it from Boulder natives. Another bonus, we thought, was they were listed in the entertainment book with a nice discount. Once we were seated and had placed our orders, we were told that the 2 page ad, color ad in the entertainment book was a misprint and would not be honored. Question, how is a 2 page color spread, with menu listing and details a misprint. Anyway, we were offered the daily deal, $10 off our meal.
I ordered the vegetarian saag with addition of chicken. The dinner came with a poor version of lentil soup and bread which had absolutely no itial taste but a HORRIBLE after taste. My husband didn't think too much of his dinner either.
We definitely will not be going back nor will we be recommending this place to others.
Pros: ample free parking
Cons: misleading advertise, blah food
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We had been going to Rudi's for 20 years. Always had great meals....until last week. New owner has wrecked the place. Wilted salad, souppy entree -even bread was stale. When we complained waitperson... More >
We had been going to Rudi's for 20 years. Always had great meals....until last week. New owner has wrecked the place. Wilted salad, souppy entree -even bread was stale. When we complained waitperson got defensive, ""well we have the same cooks"".
No one came from back of restaurant to discuss situation. Just the check and out the door.
One of best places in Boulder is now an below average has-been. What a crime.
Cons: over priced, poor ingredients, unheard complaints
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