Boulder and North Central Colorado Feature

Not every meal requires a lengthy restaurant visit. Boulder has plenty of healthy, inexpensive, and prepared-to-order food, as well.

Breadworks Cafe. For breakfast, try a crisp, light brioche or buttery croissant at Breadworks Cafe. Lunch is casseroles or mac and cheese, meat or vegetarian panini—made with one of their artisan breads—or pizza, a savory soup, and a saucer-size cookie. 2644 Broadway, Boulder, CO, 80304. 303/444-5667. www.breadworks.net.

Illegal Pete's. Illegal Pete's serves hefty burritos made to order with fresh ingredients and a choice of three salsas. There's also another location at 1320 College Avenue. 1447 Pearl St., Boulder, CO, 80302. 303/440-3955. www.illegalpetes.com.

Salvaggio's Italian Delicatessen. If you're hankering for a delicious Philly cheese steak, a sub, or another classic sandwich, Salvaggio's Italian Delicatessen makes them to order. 2609 Pearl St., Boulder, CO, 80302. 303/938-1981. www.salvaggiositaliandelicaties.lbu.com.

Falafel King. Falafel King has excellent pita pockets of hot and crispy falafel, spicy gyros, and marinated grilled chicken breast. Get an order of tabouli, hummus, or dolmas (stuffed grape leaves) to round out lunch. 1314 Pearl St., Boulder, CO, 80302. 303/449-9321. www.falafelkingboulder.com.

Abo's. The thin and crispy pizzas at Abo's will not disappoint. 1124 13th St., Boulder, CO, 80302. 303/443-3199. www.abospizza.com.