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Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink, Denver, CO

Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink

4.5 (184)
$30 and under
American
1250 Welton St, Denver, CO 80204

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Innovative
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 184 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Teachers' Lounge Food + Drink, housed in the historic Slate Hotel, offers a unique dining ambiance with its school-themed decor. Guests appreciate the "wonderful service," "delicious food," and "friendly staff." While some reviews mention slower service, the "cool remodel," "great atmosphere," and "excellent coffee" make it a notable dining experience.
184 Reviews
  1. MSFraternali VIP

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. Lisa

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The bison meatballs are excellent as well as the service!

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  3. Kayla VIP

    Denver / Colorado2 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 5 days ago
    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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  4. Paul VIP

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities64 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.

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  5. Tiffany

    Denver / Colorado4 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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  6. Daniel VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East22 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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  7. Kareen

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The space is cool- refurbished elementary school. Food was delicious, service was good. We will be back and maybe stay at hotel next time.
    Teachers’ Lounge Food + DrinkResponded on June 5, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found our staff attentive and our environment clean and comfortable. While we strive to create a welcoming dining experience, we understand that the ambiance may be different due to our location in a busy lobby. We appreciate your perspective and are pleased that our offerings met your needs during your stay. Your insights help us continue to improve, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.

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  8. Shari VIP

    Denver / Colorado37 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 on May 1, 2025
    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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  9. Kimberly

    Dallas - Fort Worth1 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 on May 1, 2025
    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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  10. 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 on May 1, 2025
    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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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 184 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
7:00 PM
Booked 3 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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