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Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink, Denver, CO

Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink

4.5 (177)
$30 and under
American
1250 Welton St, Denver, CO 80204

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located in the center of the former Emily Griffith Campus, and just past the lobby of the Slate Hotel by Hilton Tapestry, Teachers' Lounge Food + Drink offers touches of modern elegance in a relaxed and comfortable historic setting. Experience warm, approachable service and a contemporary take on classic dishes, along with bright cocktails, old-school wines, and local brews. Teachers' Lounge also offers an array of relaxing lounge and hotel patio seating to fit any occasion.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 6:00 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Natalie Thiede
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us on Sunday, May 11, 2025, from 7AM to 3PM for a special Mother’s Day Brunch designed to honor the amazing moms in our lives. Treat her to a thoughtfully curated menu featuring brunch classics, seasonal specialties, and handcrafted beverages in a welcoming atmosphere.

What 177 people are saying

Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Teachers' Lounge Food + Drink, located in the historic Slate Hotel, offers a "cool remodel" of the Emily Griffith Opportunity School. Guests praise the "excellent" food, with standout dishes like the Quesobirria tacos and power grain bowl. The "wonderful" staff provide attentive service, creating a delightful dining experience. However, some note the lobby setting and occasional slow service.

177 Reviews
  1. Shari VIP

    Denver37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cool remodel of an old school. Food -burger and meatball sliders were excellent! Highly recommend - a little tricky for handicapped - just a fairly steep ramp to get to the entrance but doable if there is no weather. Good street parking availability and a lot across the street (Sunday night)
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded 3 days ago
    We're so glad you enjoyed the remodel and, more importantly, the delicious burger and meatball sliders. It’s wonderful to hear that you’d highly recommend us! We appreciate your feedback regarding accessibility and will keep it in mind for future improvements. We're also happy to hear that parking was convenient. Hope to see you again soon for another great meal!

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  2. Kimberly

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The meal was phenomenal and our server had a great sense of humor. We had a group of six, so being able to make reservations made it so much easier.
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded 3 days ago
    We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and had a great time with your server—it’s always wonderful when great food is paired with a great sense of humour. We’re also glad our reservation system made things easy for your group. We truly appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  3. Trish

    Las Vegas12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Teachers Lounge is located inside the trendy, new Slate Hotel built in what was once The Emily Griffith Opportunity School. The hotel is very lovely and the decor leans into the “school” theme and ambiance. It’s beautiful! We greatly enjoyed our lunch at The Teachers Lounge and loved the staff! We ordered the Quesobirria tacos and the power grain bowl. Both were perfectly prepared.
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted that you enjoyed the unique school-themed ambiance of The Teachers' Lounge and the beautiful Slate Hotel. It’s fantastic to hear that your lunch was a hit—those Quesabirria tacos and the power grain bowl are definitely favourites! We're also thrilled that our staff made your experience even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal!

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  4. Deb

    Denver8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dan, our waiter was awesome, the food excellent. Will definitely be back
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Dan made your experience special and that you enjoyed the excellent food. We truly appreciate your support and can't wait to welcome you back again soon for another great meal!

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  5. Christa VIP

    Denver36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    From greeting to serving to food, all was very friendly and efficient! We discovered you can get a half-portion of the main dish salads, the perfect size.
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a friendly and efficient experience from start to finish. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful meal.

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  6. Victor

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting, atmosphere, and service were excellent. The menu is eclectic, and the food is delicious.
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the setting, atmosphere, and excellent service. It's great to know that our eclectic menu and delicious food made your experience even better. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back for another memorable meal!

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  7. Leigh Ann VIP

    Denver29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a wonderful time! The service was AMAZING!!!! We enjoyed our breakfast in a fun location. Since we are both teachers, we enjoyed the ambience. My friend had been in the building when it was still a school. So she got to reminisce while celebrating her birthday. Our server even brought her a birthday chocolate mousse with a candle to celebrate!!! So fun! I plan to be back later this month. Thank you!!!
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded on March 18, 2025
    Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time and that the service exceeded your expectations. It's heartwarming to know that the unique history of our location added a special touch to your visit, especially as both of you are educators. We’re thrilled that your friend was able to reminisce and celebrate her birthday in such a meaningful way, and that our team could be a part of making it memorable with the birthday chocolate mousse! We look forward to welcoming you back later this month. Thank you for choosing us and sharing your experience!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely loved the food! The staff is wonderful and the space is very comfortable. Highly recommend eating here!
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you loved the food and had a wonderful experience with our staff. Creating a comfortable and welcoming space is something we truly value, so it’s great to know you felt at home. We really appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic meal!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Denver7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food for a great price. Enjoyed it thoroughly before going to Convention Center.
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your meal and found it to be a great value. It’s always great to start an event with a delicious meal, and we’re happy to have been part of your experience. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon!

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  10. Terri VIP

    Denver11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a hidden gem in the city! This cool restaurant is in the old Emily Griffith Opportunity School that was built in the early 1900's. It's been converted into a hotel called Slate. I love the ambience and the meshing of old and new. I can still see remnants of the old school but with a modern vibe now. The food was awesome, and our wait staff was so friendly. Love this place! We'll be back.
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded on March 18, 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you discovered and appreciated the unique charm of our restaurant. It’s always exciting to hear that the blend of history and modernity in our space resonated with you—we take pride in preserving the character of the old Emily Griffith Opportunity School while offering a fresh, contemporary atmosphere. We're so glad you enjoyed the food and found our staff friendly and welcoming. It means the world to us that you loved your visit, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon.

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FAQs

Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 722-7035.

Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink is rated 4.5 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Downtown / LoDo

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink

1250 Welton St, Denver, CO 80204

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 6:00 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Natalie Thiede
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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