Chautauqua Dining Hall

I highly recommend visiting this dining hall. The historic building is beautiful, and the wraparound porch made for an awesome brunch with beautiful views. The food was also outstanding. Pineapple mimosas, sausage appetizer, bison burger. We stopped by while biking. There were bike racks nearby to lock up which we appreciated.

It's a charming place, feels sophisticated and relaxed at the same time. Beautiful setting surrounded by nature, hikes, and great picture spots. Wear your pastel color and sweater over your collar shirt. I had to show a picture of the "chicken and waffles" because the food is delicious.

We got a table outside with an incredible view and perfect weather with no wait on a Friday in May, just after Graduations. My husband and I both ordered the Chautauqua burger, and our son ordered the Bison. The Bison was very tender and very tasty. The potato bun on the burger was not dry-- I appreciate that. And the burger was perfectly cooked. The tomato seemed fresh although not super tasty and the bacon, imho wasn't cooked enough. I asked for Swiss instead of cheddar cheese and noticed they had taken off cheddar to substitute the swiss-- I also appreciate that because they had a full house, and it could have been a long time for a replacement. The fresh cut in house fries were yummy and addictive-- the pound I gained yesterday was probably from them. (Consider yourself warned.) There's a 4% surcharge on everything for the kitchen staff-- this is an fyi just in case you also don't read the really tiny writing at the bottom of the menu.

Nestled right at the foot of the stunning Chautauqua trails, this charming restaurant is a perfect start—or reward—for your Colorado hiking adventure. We had breakfast here before tackling the Royal Arch Trail (a beautiful but demanding hike with plenty of climbing and elevation), and the meal was just what we needed: hearty, fresh, and satisfying. The outdoor seating is an experience in itself, with panoramic views of the mountains and meadows bursting with wildflowers. After the hike, we couldn’t resist stopping by again for a well-earned snack, and it was just as enjoyable. The service was warm and attentive throughout. Highly recommend this spot—whether you’re fueling up before a big hike or just soaking in the scenery with great food!

Sadly did not have a great experience here. We went on a busy Mother’s Day and had a wait, which was expected! Once seated though, it seemed there wasn’t someone assigned to our table, but instead many people tending to a 24-seated section with no one there. I remember watching from afar as they filled up water glasses for people who weren’t yet there while we waited. The waitress was lovely, but she was clearly overworked with the large group, my 3-person table, and likely more. We ordered the elk sausage to share, which was great with the pickles and cheese and mustard. My coffee came out as a chai latte, but no one ever stopped by our table, or even looked at us, to get their attention. Then my smoked salmon Benedict came, which was completely overcooked, dry, and under seasoned. Again I tried to get someone’s attention but wasn’t able to before my mother spoke to the manager, who blew her off with “it’s a beautiful day, don’t worry about it”. Completely unprofessional! It wasn’t our waitresses fault, and she came to us almost in tears as I’m sure her manager blamed her for it instead of getting her the help she needed for so many people and tables. I was very excited for this breakfast spot for Mother’s Day, but the food and management did not make this a great experience.

Great place for breakfast and great views. Service was at the “Boulder” pace, a little more relaxed. Coffee was exceptional and the Nduja Breakfast Sandwich was great. Good spot in Boulder.

It’s a beautiful dinning experience here. Food is great and the vibe inside is amazing. Highly recommended!

Birthday brunch home run. Atmosphere atmosphere, atmosphere ... super friendly (Ezra) server took lots of time with us and couldn't have been nicer. I got the Colorado omelet with potatoes I thought the potatoes were over seasoned but the omelet was delicious with tons of filling. Wife got the blueberry pancakes eggs and bacon Blueberries were super flavorful but could have been more plentiful. Lemon ricotta on top was delicious. Prices are very fair considering the venue. Only wish it wasn't 50 miles from home. A real special treat.

We have eaten here for years. Today, we had a visitor from the DC metro area and stopped to see us in Boulder while on a trip to CO for other reasons. We had a few hours to visit mid afternoon and decided to walk up to Chautauqua so he could see a slice of life in Boulder. After getting a view of the park and setting sun over the Flatirons, we took him into the Dining Hall for a sip of something warm and a chance to sit down and talk and warm up before walking back to our house. At 3:30 pm, the Dining Hall was quiet though not empty. The main dining room was a bit noisy so they offered us a cozier space by the fireplace just beyond the bar. We decided on warm drinks but no food as he had just had lunch in Denver before driving to Boulder. My husband and our guest opted for hot chocolate and I had a chai with oat milk. The drinks were warm and tasty so we sat and talked in this cozy corner for about an hour. Warmed up, we walked home and talked some more until he needed to head back to Denver. It's a great use for this space at Chautauqua even if you don't need a full meal. We were very pleased with the friendly and competent staff too. It is well decorated for the holidays and there are Winterfest events this weekend.

Come for the view... the food is good also. My first trip to Boulder but I expect to come back. I had heard of this area for the hikes and was told if you can get your name on the list, to absolutely dine here. They are very nice and we were fortunate to get a seat outside on the patio looking directly at the mountains. With that food, who would even notice the food. I went with the traditional, or "Chautauqua" breakfast with eggs and chose sausage as my meat choice. For the side I had fresh fruit and it didn't come with toast so I had to order this extra. For a drink, just a simple iced tea. For starters, there are some places that make freshly brewed iced tea and some that don't... this place does not make it freshly brewed and if they are to write back saying they do... I would have to strongly disagree or at least, the glass I had was not "fresh". My eggs were okay, but really how can you make bad scrambled eggs? The sausage was okay... they are link sausage and nothing special about them; not spicy or again, anything special. I know they had other dishes, but I really wanted eggs and when it comes to egg choices, it seems to be this, an omelette or eggs Benedict. I'm used to a few more choices especially when it comes to eggs such as being able to add things to the egg scramble. So, if it weren't for the view, I don't know that I would come back to this place. This isn't to say the food isn't good but there are other choices in Boulder.

Pretty good restaurant located right next to chautauqua park. Service was slow at first when we were first seated but then it got better. Everyone was super friendly and attentive. We celebrated a birthday and they gave us a free dessert and brought out a candle which was nice. We liked the ambiance and the rustic decor. It was a bit hot in there though I was definitely sweating. Overall thought the food was pretty good with some improvements to be made. The starter we had was the blue cheese crumble cake thing. That was everyone's favorite dish and was really good. There could have been more bread, but everything else about it was awesome. I had the summit blintz. The blintz was cooked well and was good. The filling with the chicken and spinach was a bit under seasoned but tasted good. Wasn't a huge fan of the sauce. It was too sour and the consistency was too thick. I think a couple poached eggs over the blintz would work better or maybe if the sauce was lemon and dill or something and more thin because the texture of it with the all the mustard was slightly off for me. The scrambled eggs on the side were ok. They weren't creamy or soft at all but the seasoning was ok. Everyone else had the smoked salmon Benedict and the fried chicken sandwich. Apparently the chicken was a bit dry but good otherwise. For dessert we got the vegan cashew cheesecake. The texture was surprisingly nice for a vegan cheesecake and the blueberry compote on top was the perfect amount of sweet and tart. Was on the tart side but that's why I loved it so much. Literally could eat that all the time. The cheesecake didn't have any earl grey flavor though which was a bummer. Overall a good place with a few misses. Would recommend.

My husband and I went to the dining hall to celebrate our 6th anniversary and it was so special. I loved that the vibe was casual yet upscale. You could have a burger, salad, or a special dinner plate and all of it would be delicious. They source vegetables from their local farm and you could taste the freshness in the tomatoes that were part of the Bruschetta appetizer. That dish was so amazing! We both ordered steak frites for our main dish and loved it. The steak was flavorful and tender. And the truffle Parmesan fries were the best! For dessert we enjoyed a 5 layer chocolate cake. I can't forget to mention the homemade corn bread and applesauce that come with your meal. That cornbread was probably the best I've ever had! We also enjoyed a refreshing sangria. The service was attentive and great. Everything was great and we will definitely go back!

Definitely a go-to when in Boulder. We have brought every visitor here because we love it so much! They make cute pancakes for kids. Excellent coffee. Gave me free dessert for my birthday. Just incredibly hospitable folks! Ambiance is lovely...outdoor scene is beautiful! Indoor scene is woody and as causal or classy as you want! Can't wait to come back!

I was recommended this place while in town and it did not disappoint! Super convenient to come off the trail and quickly be seated. I did feel bad about my grubby clothes but my friend assured me we were fine. Our server was very friendly and attentive as we near situated so close to the bar/kitchen entrance. While waiting for our food we admired the decor throughout-it was so lovely and rustic and not too busy since we were having an early dinner. We shared a Blue Cheese Cake-dried fruit, peach mostarda, honeycomb toffee, fried basil, grilled sourdough. The cheese was lovely but for 2 there were 3 sourdough pieces I wish that they had done 4 instead. I had a Southwest Torta-carne asada, red chimichurri, white cheddar, butter lettuce, tomato, caramelized onion, sourdough. It had a great flavor profile but the carne asada chunks were too large to bite and a bit tough to separate. Overall, we had a great time! Just a heads up that parking is limited and you do need to pay for it.

Great view of Flatirons and Chautauqua Park from the dining hall, and a laid back environment. Ordered Salmon Benedicts, Chautauqua Burger, and a kid's meal, and all met expectation! I especially enjoyed the onion rings that came with the burger. Order couple of drinks - old fashioned and sangria, both are also pretty good. Service is above par, and had a positive experience.

A+ service and food! David was the best server. Brussels sprouts were amazing, and so was the cornbread. The hazelnut risotto was also tasty. I didn't know how it would taste but I was pleasantly surprised. Also, the ambiance is great as well.

Great food! We were looking for a place with elk sausage and bison burgers on the way to Estes Park from Denver. Bonus that it's a historic site.

While staying at Chautauqua Park, we ate two dinners at the Chautauqua Dining Hall which had the best view on the deck overlooking the park and Flatirons. Would recommend eating outside and timing it with sunset if you can! My favorites were the Chilean Salmon, the Big Country Salad, and the complimentary warm cornbread served with applesauce. The salmon had an achiote marinade and was served with mango salsa, a sweet pea puree, crispy garlic and sesame - a lovely combination of textures and flavors. The fried chicken on the salad was also delicious. The Colorado Trout wasn't my favorite - if you're feeling like fish, the salmon is the way to go. We also tried the Blue Cheese cake appetizer which is one of the most unique dishes I've seen - it's essentially a cheesecake made of blue cheese. It comes on a graham cracker crust with dried fruit, peach mostarda, honeycomb toffee, fried basil and grilled sourdough. It did not sound the most appetizing at first but our waiter explained it as a cheese plate in a different form (very true) and I ended up really enjoying it! Service was a bit slow but the food and views made up for it. Overall, a great tucked away spot to eat in Boulder!

Gorgeous cozy place in Boulder, CO with decent pricing! I loved being able to sit outside salmon eggs Benedict was also delicious. We were super happy with our food and friendly servers I would go back in a heart beat!

YUM!! I love this place. It is in such a good location. The service was amazing even though they were SO BUSY! We sat at the bar and they were so great. My sister got the burrito and it was delicious. I LOVE spicy chicken sandwiches and was very impressed with this one. It was a hard decision on what to order so I can't wait to go back and try more things. It was a cute little dining hall with lots of seating and seemed great for family and friends! The bathrooms were clean and so was the whole place!

Chautauqua Dining Hall is a gem! Amazing setting, tasty food and excellent service. It was especially festive with the holiday decorations but this is a favorite any time of the year!

The atmosphere here is great! We ate breakfast outside and it was wonderful. Our server Will was very attentive and friendly. The food was good too! Overall, well worth it and we will be back!

The atmosphere at Chautauqua is always spectacular. Cozy inside in the winter, charming on the porch in the summer. Dogs are not allowed on all parts of the porch, which means tying their leashes to the bushes down below the porch. It's odd; I don't understand the rules. Many things on the menu are good, but I need to warn diners not to get the savory SUMMIT BLINTZ (creamed chicken, spinach, spicy Dijon alfredo, scallion, two eggs any style) on the brunch menu. It is a blintz filled with creamed chicken and covered in a mustard hollandaise that is way too salty and doesn't have much texture. Too many sauces in one place! The American Onion soup is a disappointing version of French Onion soup - cheddar will never be the same as Gruyère. They should just serve the classic, but they don't. I'll be back, but I will not be adventurous in ordering.

After hiking in Chautauqua Park, this is a good stop for a bite to eat. We were going to go into town, but the hike was much longer and this was such a quaint spot overlooking the park that we decided to go here. It was a little cold that day, so the tea was nice to have to warm up to. Definitely a great place to brunch. We were here during a weekday and past the lunch rush, so we were coming in when everyone was heading out. With that in mind, some menu items may sell out by then.

Food was good - not your typical fare. Service was adequate. Response to handicapped access was not good. Could have made it a lot easier.

Pretty spot and ok food though bit hit or miss. Brussels starter was tasty as was the salmon entree. But the staff reco'd farro mushroom risotto was bland and the mushrooms were all pretty tough. Nice value bevies menu though a bit limited selections and cover bases quite well.

This place had a lovely ambience. You can definitely feel the history within it and it's so cozy. Service was a little iffy but the restaurant really not being that packed. It took about 15 minutes to actually be approached by the waiters and cocktails came out with dinner. Not a bad thing, but I would've wanted it a little sooner. Food was delicious though. Recommend the elk sausage and American onion soup. I got the sangria, it was delicious as well. Slightly small menu though. Overall, great and would be back.

It's not often you walk out of a restaurant and the first thing you do is download Yelp and create an account to warn others of this atrocity that calls itself a restaurant. I did not know it was humanly possible for a breakfast to be this bad, undercooked potatoes, bland eggs, turkey sausage didn't even look edible so I didn't bother eating it. Asked for bread with the soup we ordered and didn't receive it, waitress didn't even know what the soup of the day was, and also one of the dudes looked like he was definitely on drugs. I would rather walk through a field of broken glass than bring anyone to this place to dine. The only thing saving this place is the fact that it is called Chautauqua dining hall and located where it is. Never coming back, don't recommend wasting your time - go to a real place that knows how to cook breakfast food properly. So disappointed.

My apologies for not leaving a review last summer! This was the second year we've been here and excellent both times. Lovely selection of brunch items and everyone at the table satisfied. We especially recommend the beignets, huevos rancheros and avocado toast. Side note, you can hike here from the Table Mesa area which earns you an extra beignet and a mimosa.

Food was a little on the small size and slightly pricey. Parking was a little difficult, but that's just due to the area. Otherwise great place right next the good hiking spots. Would recommend getting two dishes. The waffle was a bit plain, but the cream and coolie was delicious. The elk sausage was okay, but the cheese and pickled daikon/radish was pretty good.

The food was outstanding. Everyone at our table of six enjoyed their meal. The ambiance was excellent since we had a view of the Flatirons during sunset. My only concern was that the delicious liver pate did not come with enough bread and we asked for more and yet were charged extra.

Cute place. My partner was a groomsman and the bride and groom were having their rehearsal dinner here the night before the wedding. It was pouring rain and it is a quaint little restaurant. There were two separate wedding related parties going on and the restaurant was split into two. We had the charcuterie, salad, bread, butter, salmon, chicken, steak, asparagus, cheesecake, chocolate cake and more. The food is delicious and it's mainly the venue and views.

Outdoor venue beautiful. Food is awful. Prepped hours ago and put in fridge the "country" salad was soggy with soggy croutons and old old hard boiled eggs and disgusting bacon, the risotto was old and stale with leather-tough mushroom on top, dirty beer glass, trout served cold with skin side up with sauce on the skin(!!) -gross - and server didn't offer to comp anything. Just bad.

Wonderful place to gather for a meal before a performance at Chautauqua! Service was excellent and food was reasonably priced and very good. We sat outside and enjoyed the views of the park.

Ambiance is great, service was fine, food was delicious with lots of options & yummy dessert options. Keep in mind parking can be tough.

The CDH is a popular spot for hikers trekking the nearby trails. Visited in a party of 3 on a Friday morning, and there was a line of people waiting to get through the doors at 11am. We got to pick our seat by the window. Perhaps they weren't expecting to be busy, but they were very understaffed as there was only one waitress and one host who basically got forced into waitress duties for 8+ tables. Some help arrived around noon, but it was very slow going for a while. I opted for The Breakfast, two eggs, choice of bacon/sausage, house-made pop tart, and a choice of potatoes or fruit. I got scrambled eggs with cheese which were too soft for my liking, maple turkey sausage which was my favorite part of the meal, skipped the pop tart in favor of fresh fruit (mostly melon), and overly spicy potatoes which were also undercooked and hard. Would have gotten them replaced but the waitress disappeared for a while and probably would have had to wait even longer. The staff busted their butts and did the best they could given the circumstances, but the food was meh to say the least. It's got a nice Victorian charm and might be nice to sip a drink by the fire here, but skipping food if I'm ever back.

I came here on a Friday morning for brunch and it was nice and quiet, with fast service. The avocado toast was very good!

Love! This place was so cute and right in the park! I got a salad and it was seriously so delicious. Perfect after a hike. My espresso martini was super strong but good. Our server was also so so nice and gave us great recommendations for our trip

They have a great selection of meats and a lot of delicious appetizers. Prices are a bit high, but the service is always good, and a beautiful location.

We are out on the porch and it was just a beautiful night. Our waiter was wonderful and the food was great. I got a salad and added salmon to it. When looking at the website I thought it wasn't kid friendly but there was a kids menu and it also is nice that there is a playground right next to the restaurant. Enjoyable experience !

Stopped in on our way from the airport to Estes Park and started our meal off with a delicious round of drinks while taking in the scenic views from the porch. The place is charming in itself. The service was fast and friendly, everyone we interacted with was helpful and kind. I had the black bean burger-- it was yummy but definitely on the spicy side! My husband is still repeating how good the cheese blintz was. This was a really relaxing start to our quick trip-- would recommend stopping in.

This was such a disappointment for what should have been a lovely afternoon. We took my parents here during Parent's weekend. My son attends CU so it was grandparents, parents and kids. After reading reviews it seemed that the restaurant should be pretty good. Due to parent's weekend I thought it would be really busy so I called to make a reservation. No answer and no return phone call for my two messages inquiring about a reservation. We showed up thinking it would be busy, but the dining room was empty except for one table. There were 8 of us and sadly NONE of our meals was good. Soup cold and flavorless, black bean burger burned, steak sandwich burned, buffalo chicken sandwich way over-fried and came without coleslaw. Even the fries were burned yet cold. Basically nothing was good. Additionally, even though there was no one in the dining room, the service was terrible. Had to flag down the waiter several times just to get water, etc. Such a missed opportunity for what could be a great place to have breakfast or lunch.

Here for the Bolder Boulder and staying in the park's cabins. This is the place to come for breakfast. Morning hike, then breakfast. The staff is friendly, the food is good and plenty of choices for everyone. We had vegans and vegetarians in our group and even they found something to eat on the menu.

3.5 stars. Super cute location and, despite hiking Chautauqua a lot, I didn't know this place existed until a friend suggested that we meet here for brunch. So it's kind of a hidden gem. :) Service was slow and fairly inattentive even though they weren't that busy. My dish, for example, arrived five minutes after everyone else's without even an apology. The food that my friend and her husband ordered looked great. Based on looks and their reviews, I would say the fried chicken bene and the breakfast burrito are solid. I ordered the avocado toast and it had two slices of bread. One was burned (actually charred black) and they served anyway, which isn't really acceptable. There wasn't much avocado either -- bummer. My partner got the fried chicken sandwich. The fries were good but the chicken itself was dried out and too small for the bun. I would consider this place again for lunch/brunch but I would stick to the benedict or breakfast burrito!

went last night to a concert, which was great, but had dinner before at the hall which was less than par. i had a Shrimp Louie. 3 small shrimp, many of the ingredients missing and a thousand island dressing that did not resemble anything. Also some day old spring mix. My friend had a hamburger. ordered medium vcame out like a bottom of a shoe. so disappointed. will try a picnic next.

Amazing food and beautiful place! The real star was our wonderful waitress Delaney; she was attentive, kind, and made the meal so fun! We will be coming back due to Delaney's excellent service!

Very nice place to eat. Food was good and the views were spectacular. Will be back soon!

3 stars because the food is great, but the service is not. I tried to book a reservation during graduation weekend but the website said that they do not take any reservations for Saturday or Sunday brunch. It was a bit chilly outside, especially for my elderly grandfather so when we asked to sit inside, they told us that inside was only reserved for reservations. We ended up sitting outside for a bit but then asked to be moved inside anyways. One of the staff approached us and very sassily told us to "grab our things" and follow him, like we were the most inconvenient customers. There were SO MANY open tables inside not being used and we got crammed into a tiny table. The website said nothing about "holiday" reservations so make sure to inquire first. Also I must say, the chicken and waffles was so good but the portion was extremely confusing. It was a full waffle with one chicken finger on top.

Blaze was amazing! The food here is always delicious as well as the coffee and chai. But today the service was just outstanding! He went above and beyond for us. The rest of the staff also was great and accommodating as they set up a spot for us outside :).

Good food Good service Good ambiance Sat on the porch and really enjoyed a delicious breakfast!

The food was good !!! We stayed at the cottages so this was the perfect spot before a hike. I definitely recommend coming here to eat.

My mom, stepdad, brother and I came here for brunch today, and we had the nicest/most helpful server, Brittany! She was very attentive and answered all of our menu-related questions. The food was also excellent (I ordered the huevos rancheros). Can't wait to come back!

Ate here before doing a hike. Sat on the wraparound porch and had the cheese blintz with eggs and turkey sausage. All was delicious except the turkey sausage. The view and service were 10/10. Brittany at Chautauqua dining hall was very attentive and gave us some recommendations for the rest of our stay in Boulder.

It's perfect that this place has extra porch room for outdoor seating because the Chautauqua views are too beautiful to skip out on during the summer. I appreciated that even the seats at the tables were spaced apart pretty well and that the menus were online. There is a QR code on the table to scan and pull up the menu on your phone. In terms of ambience and service, I think they're handling safety measures very well while still being able to give customers a great way to experience the Boulder Flatirons ambience. In terms of the food, it was a little basic for my taste. I had pretty high expectations for the churro waffles since I love churros and waffles, but they tasted pretty dry and not as enjoyable as I wanted them to be. They do have some other interesting items on the menu that I'd be willing to try next time though. But I probably wouldn't recommend the food here to a visitor unless we were spending the day in Chautauqua Park--which isn't a bad idea since we got to see deer roaming around freely!

Great place to eat before a concert.. or come for breakfast after an early morning hike. Food is flavorful with lots of variety in the menu. We had their Brussels sprouts as a starter and they were delicious. Service was friendly and prompt and my tequila was a generous pour. Seating inside can be a bit noisy but if weather permits, go for the porch. Just think of the thousands of people who have been there before you over the years.

Amazing place to grab a cocktail and bite before or after hiking the Flatirons. Great food, charming ambience, good cocktails - what else do you need?

This is our favorite summer morning breakfast spot. It's so beautiful that it's hard to beat the surrounding area. The food is also good (minus salmon pate) beignets are great & so are the omelets, eggs & potatoes, & French toast.