Frasca Food and Wine brings an upscale Italian dining experience to Boulder's Pearl Street that genuinely welcomes families with children. With an accommodating staff, thoughtful kids menu, and refined atmosphere that doesn't require tip-toeing around, parents can enjoy award-winning Northern Italian cuisine while kids are treated with the same respect as adult diners.
Weeknight dinners (Tuesday-Thursday) at 5:30-6:30 PM offer the most relaxed family-friendly experience. The restaurant is less crowded than weekends, and early dinner timing allows families to enjoy the meal before young ones get too tired.
Reservations are strongly recommended at this upscale establishment. Expect to spend $30-50 per adult with a more modest cost for kids menu items; budget about $100-150 for a family of four.
Open year-round. The restaurant occasionally offers special tasting menus during holidays that can be adapted for families celebrating together.
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