The Lory Student Center has a food court that feeds thousands of students and staff every day, but what some people don’t know is that upstairs and down the hall is a one-of-a-kind, student-run restaurant.
The Aspen Grille will open for the semester on Sept. 17, offering students and staff tasty lunches in the heart of campus. The restaurant is open every week Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Take a peek at its Fall 2019 Menu or make a reservation to dine at this upscale, high-quality restaurant with reasonable prices.
Special menu for Latinx Heritage Month
The Aspen Grille has special events throughout the semester for limited-time dishes and discounts. The staff members of the Aspen Grille are currently in the process of planning a special for Thursday, Oct. 3, and Friday, Oct. 4, that will celebrate Latinx Heritage Month. Guests will enjoy a three-course meal and one non-alcoholic beverage for $13. Reservations are recommended.
What is the Aspen Grille?
The Aspen Grille serves fresh, local, American bistro cuisine with an updated menu each semester that features seasonal produce. The restaurant also keeps fan favorites such as the Ramburger, BLTA and Cobb Salad on the menu year-round, and is a member of the U.S. nonprofit Green Restaurant Association, which provides certification for restaurants to become more environmentally responsible.
The Aspen Grille serves as a hands-on student laboratory for the Hospitality Management program, while providing an exceptional dining option to the campus and community. Students who work in the Aspen Grille are usually part of the HM program, although the class is open to any major. The program strives to provide students with experience in food and lodging operations, and the hospitality management major uses food service coursework from the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition.
How do I get there?
The Aspen Grille is located on the top floor of the LSC, through the University Club, in room 388. Seating is limited, so making a reservation is recommended, especially when Aspen Grille is serving a special. For same-day reservations, call the Aspen Grille from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at (970) 491-7006. Walk-ins are also welcome.
The Hospitality Management Program is in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, part of CSU’s College of Health and Human Sciences.
