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Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink, Denver, CO

Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink

4.4 (188)
$30 and under
American
1250 Welton St, Denver, CO 80204

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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–3:00 pm Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 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

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What 188 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

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  • Denver

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Teachers' Lounge Food + Drink, nestled in the historic Slate Hotel, boasts a unique, school-themed decor with a welcoming vibe. Reviewers rave about the "best French fries" and "excellent bison meatballs." The staff are "wonderful," enhancing a delightful dining experience. Perfect for casual meals, with standout service and eclectic menu offerings.
188 Reviews
  1. Edith VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful themed menu, super fresh and loved the decor.

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  2. Brian VIP

    Denver / Colorado6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the repurposed school look. Omelette was decent but the breakfast potatoes were cold. Got a side of best French fries I’ve had this year! My dining partner got the burger and they mentioned it was good!

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  3. Richard

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great dining experience in a unique hotel. Casual atmosphere. Highly recommend.

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  4. MSFraternali VIP

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was incredibly mediocre. The Caesar salad was inedible. Breakfast potatoes undercooked and zero flavor.

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  5. Lisa

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The bison meatballs are excellent as well as the service!
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded on June 25, 2025
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the bison meatballs and had a great experience with our service. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon for another delicious visit!

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  6. Kayla VIP

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food exceeded expectations. I loved my spritz with brunch too! The ladies loved their lattes as well saying it was the best coffee they’ve had in Denver so far. Will be back :)
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded on June 17, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience! It's wonderful to hear that the food exceeded expectations and that your brunch was complemented by a delightful spritz. The positive feedback on the lattes is especially noteworthy - providing the best coffee experience in Denver is a high standard to meet. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Paul VIP

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities65 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The dining area is quite lovely, and the setting is very convenient. I thought the food was well prepared and tasty. I found the server to be a bit blasé and uninterested for my liking, much like going through the motions.
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded on June 25, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the ambiance and the quality of the food—we take great pride in both. That said, we're truly sorry that the service didn’t meet expectations. Your experience matters to us, and we’ll be addressing this with our team to ensure a more attentive and engaging atmosphere moving forward. We hope to welcome you back soon for an improved visit.

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  8. Tiffany

    Denver / Colorado5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is in the old Emily Griffith Opportunity School. There are still elements of the school present in the remodel but overall it had a hotel vibe. The decor is really nice and very welcoming. I was really excited to eat here but was eventually disappointed. We were seated quickly and the server came shortly after but that is where it stopped. We ordered drinks and waited at least 10 minutes before those were delivered. Mind you, there was only one other patron in the restaurant besides us. Eventually we ordered our food and that took over 30 minutes to come out. When it arrived, I was not too impressed. My husbands flatiron steak was probably to his liking when it was finished but it was obvious that it had been sitting in the holding area too long which caused it to dry out. My salmon was probably baked but had no seasoning at all. The salad I ordered greens with burrata was very light on the greens. Both my husband and I had to season the food several times throughout us eating it. The waiter passed by our table three times but not once checked to see if we was okay or we needed a refill on our drinks. The food was not horrible just not was I was expecting from the ambiance of the place. Very disappointing that our meal was not better. Needless to say, we will not elbow returning. Too sad because I thought I had a new eating spot.

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  9. Daniel VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East23 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Not for a special night out but a standard fare served by attentive staff and a very clean and comfortable environment. It is in a busy lobby so, no atmosphere but if you're staying in the hotel, it'll serve the purpose. Enjoy!

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  10. Mikayla

    Nebraska4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, unique drinks and vibrant ambience!

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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 4.4 stars by 188 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
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1250 Welton St, Denver, CO 80204

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 6:00 am–3:00 pm Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 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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