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The Nickel - Hotel Teatro, Denver, CO

The Nickel - Hotel Teatro

3.8
3.8
1149 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighborhood gem
Located within Denver’s historic Tramway Building, originally opened in 1911, The Nickel pays homage to the space that was once used to collect fare from customers riding its resident streetcars: a nickel. Just as the building in which The Nickel is housed has a storied past, the dishes found on the menu at The Nickel all have a story. We proudly serve menus that incorporate the highest quality ingredients from farmers, ranchers, distillers and craft producers, and is comprised of dishes that are easily recognizable and feel simple, but eat complex.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (720) 889-2128
  • Website
    https://www.thenickeldenver.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jordan Aldrich
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy a dining experience unlike the rest in the heart of Downtown Denver’s Theatre District, with menus that incorporate the highest quality ingredients. We have a wide selection of spaces for private dining and celebrations. Please contact our private dining and event coordinator at 303-228-2131.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Tremblay: (303) 228-2131
  • Location
    1100 Fourteenth Street, Denver, CO 80202
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / LoDo
  • Cross street
    14th and Arapahoe Street
  • Parking details
    We validate parking through the Hotel Teatro for $10 per vehicle.
  • Public transit
    Travel by Denver's convenient RTD Lightrail and take the H or D line to the 'Theatre District - Convention Center' stop. From there, walk three blocks North, past the Performing Arts Center to our entrance on the West side of 14th Street, between Arapahoe & Lawrence streets.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve Chef's Tasting Menu

    $125.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    We invite our community to join us in an intimate Chef's dining experience crafted by our Executive Chef, Jordan Aldrich. We will offer a three course dining experience that includes our riff on the Christmas eve classics and a sommelier wine tasting. We are excited to celebrate with you!
    Christmas Eve Chef's Tasting Menu Photo

  • NYE Celebration

    $125.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us un experiencing our Executive Chef's NYE exclusive tasting menu and ring in the new year with us! Featuring violinist and wine pairings with your meal!
    NYE Celebration Photo

  • Valentines Dinner

    $75.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Join us for a special Valentine's Day dinner featuring a curated, three-course menu available exclusively for the evening. At $75 per person, each dish is thoughtfully crafted to celebrate love and indulgence. Enhance your experience with our optional wine pairing for an additional charge. This will be the only menu offered, making it a truly unique and memorable celebration. Reserve your table now for a night of exquisite flavors and romance.

Menu

Tuesday - Friday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Food

  • Curried Bang Island Mussels$16.00

    Ginger, garlic, shallot, house curry spice, lime, arugula, crostini's

    • Bison Sliders$6.00

      Aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, mayo, Dijon, pickle, brioche bun

      • Papas Bravas$12.00

        Crispy fingerling potatoes, garlic aioli, spicy tomato

        • Draught Beer$8.00

          • Ska Brewing | Raspberry Blonde Ale$0.00
          • Denver Beer Co. | Graham Cracker Porter$0.00
          • New Train Brewing Co. | Pillow Drops | German Pilsner$0.00
          • New Train Brewing Co. | Golden Haze | New England IPA$0.00
          • Avery White Rascal | Belgian Style White Ale$0.00
          • Samurai Lager | Japanese Rice Lager$0.00
          • Great Divide | Tangerine Riot IPA | Fruited IPA$0.00
          • Left Hand | Milk Stout$0.00
          • Odell Brewing Co. | 90 Shilling Ale$0.00

        • Wine$10.00

          • Red - Jack Rabbit Red Blend$0.00
          • White - Bollini Pinot Grigio$0.00
          • Sparkling - Prosecco$0.00

        Bar

        • Cocktails$8.00

          • Paloma$0.00
          • Cucumber Collins$0.00
          • Traditional Martini$0.00
          • Aperol Spritz$0.00
          • Blackberry Shrub Spritz$0.00
          • Cranberry Mule$0.00
          • Whiskey Sour$0.00

        Last updated: August 29, 2024

        What 1,149 people are saying

        Overall ratings and reviews

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

        3.8
        3.8 based on recent ratings
        • 3.8Food
        • 4Service
        • 4Ambience
        • 3.6Value

        Noise • Moderate

        Review summary

        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
        The Nickel at Hotel Teatro offers a "delightful atmosphere" and "outstanding food, wine, service, and atmosphere." Known for its proximity to the DCPA, it provides a convenient pre-theater dining option. While the menu is somewhat limited, the "excellent" service and unique dishes like the Eggplant Mushroom dish and Colorado Benedict stand out. Despite some mixed reviews regarding portion size and consistency, many patrons praise it as a "true hidden Denver gem."

        1,149 Reviews

        1. Meg

          Denver

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined 2 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          An experience worth WAY more than a nickel. Incredible service and drinks!! Looking forward to my next visit :)

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        2. Grace

          New York City

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined 2 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          We had an amazing time!! The service was amazing. We celebrated my fiancé’s birthday and we received top tier service. Definitely will be back.
          The Nickel - Hotel TeatroResponded 1 day ago
          Hi Gracie, Thank you for the great feedback! I'm so glad to hear that your fiancé's birthday dinner was everything you hoped it would be. Looking forward to your next visit. Best, Taylor Trenda Food & Beverage General Manager

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        3. Alex

          Denver

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined 2 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Our waiter was amazing!! And the food was top notch. Loved it!!

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        4. Sarah

          Las Vegas

          1 review

          5.0

          1 review

          Dined 2 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Great vibes, food, and service! I would dine here again!
          The Nickel - Hotel TeatroResponded 1 day ago
          Thanks for the positive feedback Sarah, looking forward to your next visit! Best, Taylor Trenda Food & Beverage General Manager

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        5. joe

          Denver

          1 review

          3.0

          1 review

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 3
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 1
          4. Ambience 5
          Beautiful setting, many tables aren't as conducive to dining (more, socializing), all food was quality.

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        6. Kaitlin

          VIP

          Denver

          10 reviews

          2.0

          10 reviews

          Dined 4 days ago

          1. Overall 2
          2. Food 3
          3. Service 3
          4. Ambience 2
          The restaurant was closed for construction and we were not made aware before arriving. We ate our dinner in their lobby bar while listening to the beeping of machinery and loud noises of the work being done. I know they didn’t want to lose business, but they should have warned us.
          The Nickel - Hotel TeatroResponded 3 days ago
          Dear Kaitlin, Thank you for sharing your feedback. I sincerely apologize for the unexpected construction noise during your stay. Unfortunately, this was an unforeseen issue that was beyond our control, and I truly understand how disruptive it must have been. While I wish I could have informed you ahead of time, we did not anticipate it and I deeply regret the inconvenience it caused. We truly value your feedback and hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. When you do, please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly via email—I would love to personally apologize and offer you a drink on us as a token of appreciation for your understanding. Thank you again for your patience! Warm regards, Taylor Trenda Food & Beverage General Manager

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        7. Carla

          VIP

          Chicago

          17 reviews

          5.0

          17 reviews

          Dined 5 days ago

          1. Overall 5
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 5
          4. Ambience 5
          Everything was lovely the food, the drinks, the service and what a beautiful space. So nice to spend a holiday evening here.
          The Nickel - Hotel TeatroResponded 3 days ago
          Thank you for the positive feedback Carla, it's great to hear!

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        8. Jim

          Denver

          1 review

          3.0

          1 review

          Dined 6 days ago

          1. Overall 3
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 3
          4. Ambience 2
          Almost 30 minutes late being seated. Only one server for at least 10 tables. In their defense - undergoing renovation so set up in lounge. But they could be much better prepared.

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        9. Christy

          Denver

          139 reviews

          3.0

          139 reviews

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 3
          2. Food 4
          3. Service 3
          4. Ambience 3
          This is a tough one since the actual Nickel was closed and the restaurant was essentially moved into the hotel's bar. I have to tell you that sitting in the bar was much cozier and fun. The food was incredible too. I did feel like our poor waitress was a little overwhelmed, but she was still attentive and very good.

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        10. Tami

          Denver

          2 reviews

          4.0

          2 reviews

          Dined 7 days ago

          1. Overall 4
          2. Food 5
          3. Service 4
          4. Ambience 5
          The food was great and the ambiance wonderful. The service was a touch slow and, for being so close to the performing arts complex, they didn’t seem concerned if we had show tickets or not. Plus, the actual restaurant was under remodel so we ate in the hotel lobby, which was lovely and cozy, but it would have been nice to know ahead of time the adjustment. All in all a lovely experience and good food.

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        FAQs

        The Nickel - Hotel Teatro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (720) 889-2128.

        The Nickel - Hotel Teatro is rated 3.8 stars by 1149 OpenTable diners.

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

        Make a reservation

        2 people
        7:00 PM
        Booked 4 times today
        Experiences are available.

        Order delivery or takeout

        Google Map for The Nickel - Hotel Teatro

        1100 Fourteenth Street, Denver, CO 80202

        Dining areas

        Additional information

        • Cross street
          14th and Arapahoe Street
        • Neighborhood
          Downtown / LoDo
        • Hours of operation
          Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
        • Price
          $31 to $50
        • Cuisines
          Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Continental
        • Dining style
          Elegant Dining
        • Dress code
          Casual Dress
        • Parking details
          We validate parking through the Hotel Teatro for $10 per vehicle.
        • Public transit
          Travel by Denver's convenient RTD Lightrail and take the H or D line to the 'Theatre District - Convention Center' stop. From there, walk three blocks North, past the Performing Arts Center to our entrance on the West side of 14th Street, between Arapahoe & Lawrence streets.
        • Payment options
          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
        • Executive chef
          Chef Jordan Aldrich
        • Additional
          Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
        • Website
          https://www.thenickeldenver.com/
        • Phone number
          (720) 889-2128
        • Private party facilities
          Enjoy a dining experience unlike the rest in the heart of Downtown Denver’s Theatre District, with menus that incorporate the highest quality ingredients. We have a wide selection of spaces for private dining and celebrations. Please contact our private dining and event coordinator at 303-228-2131.
        • Private party contact
          Jessica Tremblay: (303) 228-2131
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