The French Press is a welcoming breakfast restaurant in Lakewood, where fair-trade organic brew, made-to-order morning favorites, and fresh bakery items set the tone for a meal that feels both satisfying and memorable.
More than just a place to grab breakfast, it offers the kind of experience customers return for again and again: hearty comfort food, healthy options, organic dishes, local specialties, and a menu that also extends into salads, sandwiches, dessert, and all-day dining.
Whether you are stopping in for a quick bite, settling in for brunch, or meeting someone for lunch or dinner, The French Press brings together quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and a warm atmosphere that makes every visit feel worthwhile.
Guests appreciate the fast service, great coffee, and standout tea selection, along with the convenience of counter service, table service, dine-in seating, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service. The setting is casual, cozy, and trendy, making it an inviting choice for solo dining, relaxed catch-ups, or a longer sit-down meal.
With outdoor seating, a bar on site, Wi-Fi, restrooms, and a menu that includes beer, cocktails, and alcohol alongside breakfast staples, The French Press is designed to meet a wide range of dining needs throughout the day.
It is also a practical and accessible destination, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities, helping ensure a comfortable experience for every guest.
With a strong 4.20-star rating from 1,653 reviews, The French Press has earned a reputation for delivering consistent quality and a dependable dining experience. Customers can plan ahead with reservation options, though it is also a popular spot where a wait is common, reflecting its strong appeal.
Convenient payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments make checkout easy and efficient.
Located at 7323 W Alaska Dr, Lakewood, CO 80226, United States, and reachable at +1 303-984-5447, The French Press offers the kind of breakfast-focused experience that combines comfort, convenience, and quality in a way that keeps customers coming back.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at The French Press
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Toasted English muffin, poached eggs, shaved apple cider glazed ham, avocado, topped with home-made hollandaise, served with potatoes. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Toasted English muffin, poached eggs, smoked salmon, sliced tomato, red onion, capers, and chives topped with home-made hollandaise sauce. Served with potatoes. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Toasted English muffin, poached eggs, goat cheese, diced tomato, spring mix tossed in a honey mustard vinaigrette topped with home-made hollandaise, red onion, avocado, and asparagus. (VEG) *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Stack of 5 slices of French toast topped with sweet mascarpone cheesecake filling with amarena cherries and graham cracker crumbs
Banana pecan bread battered and griddled, topped with toasted pecans and served with honey butter.
Banana pecan bread battered and griddled, topped with toasted pecans and served with honey butter.
French toast topped with sweet mascarpone cheesecake filling with amarena cherries and graham cracker crumbs
10” Home-made gluten-free crepe with two .75 cent toppings ADDITIONAL TOPPINGS: Veggies .75¢ | Meat, Artichoke, Arugula, Goat Cheese or Avocado $1.25
A heaping scoop of tater tots smothered with two eggs any style, your choice of chili or gravy, cheese and toast. Additional Toppings: Veggies .75¢ | Meat, Artichoke, Arugula, Goat Cheese or Avocado $1.25 *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Fried hard egg with ham, bacon, provolone & cheddar cheese on Ciabatta with chipotle aioli. ADDITIONAL TOPPINGS: Veggies .75¢ | Meat, Artichoke, Arugula, Goat Cheese or Avocado $1.25 *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Three eggs, shredded cheddar cheese served with a side of potatoes and your choice of toast. ADDITIONAL TOPPINGS: Veggies .75¢ | Meat, Artichoke, Arugula, Goat Cheese or Avocado $1.25
Our housemade granola, yogurt, and fresh fruit
Mandarin oranges, almonds, manchego cheese, and sliced apple over spring mix tossed in a honey mustard vinaigrette topped with a pomegranate drizzle.
Spring mix tossed in a cilantro cumin vinaigrette, topped with diced tomatoes, black beans, quinoa, feta cheese, and avocado. (GF) (VEG)
Lox, diced tomato, red onion, capers, sliced hard-boiled egg, chives, and mixed greens tossed in an Old Bay vinaigrette. GF *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Spring mix tossed in honey mustard vinaigrette, topped with fried pita chips shmeared with hummus, red pepper basil relish, feta cheese and a pomegranate drizzle.
(VEG) (GF) Scratch made vegan GF biscuits topped with vegan GF country gravy. Served with collard greens, roasted tomato, potatoes, and two vegan sausage patties
Smoked salmon (lox), sliced tomato, sliced red onion, cream cheese, capers, and chives on a toasted plain bagel. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
8oz flank steak, breaded and fried served with breakfast potatoes, two eggs, and country sausage gravy. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Chipotle cheddar biscuits, chorizo gravy, shredded cheddar cheese, served with two eggs any style and potatoes. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Chorizo cooked with eggs, jalapeño, tomato, potatoes, chili, and cheese. GF veggie chili and tortillas available.
Creamy cheese grits cooked with bacon, poblano peppers, diced tomato, and shrimp. Served with two eggs any style. (GF) *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Delicious Mexican sweet bread filled with pineapple pork al pastor, fried egg, pickled red onion, jalapeno avocado salsa and hot honey
6oz marinated tri tip cooked to order served with breakfast potatoes, two eggs cooked any style, sauteed onions and peppers, and chimichurri sauce on top *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Two eggs cooked inside a piece of challah Texas toast, topped with country sausage gravy, and served with breakfast potatoes. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
(VEG) (GF) Tortilla chips smothered in cheese and spicy red salsa topped with tomato, red onion and avocado. Served with a side of black beans and two eggs cooked any style. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Home-made Guinness stewed hash served with two eggs cooked any style, and your choice of toast. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Open faced wheat toast shmeared with hummus, spring mix tossed in honey mustard vinaigrette, chopped hard boiled egg (any style is fine), red pepper relish, avocado, fresh mozzarella and topped with a pomegranate drizzle *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Buttermilk biscuits with sausage country gravy served with two eggs any style and potatoes. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Cheddar bacon waffle topped with homemade chicken tenders and topped with hot honey
Potatoes, caramelized onions, peppers, eggs, cheddar cheese, black beans, your choice of chili, and your choice of meat or extra veggies. GF tortilla available upon request.
Black beans, potatoes, two eggs any style, shredded cheddar cheese, avocado jalapeño salsa with your choice of pork green chili or gluten-free veggie chili, and your choice of tortilla: Crunchy (crispy corn tortilla points) or Old School (two soft corn tortillas under everything). *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Your choice of bacon, ham or sausage, two eggs cooked any style, served with potatoes and your choice of toast. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Banana pecan bread battered and griddled, topped with toasted pecans and served with honey butter. Served with two eggs any style and your choice of ham, bacon or sausage. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Three slices of battered brioche bread served with graham cracker syrup and honey butter. Served with two eggs any style and your choice of ham, bacon or sausage. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
French toast topped with sweet mascarpone cheesecake filling with amarena cherries and graham cracker crumbsServed with two eggs any style and your choice of ham, bacon or sausage. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Our French toast drenched in a rich syrup made of three different types of milk and crushed almonds. Served with two eggs any style and your choice of ham, bacon or sausage. *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Four silver dollar pancakes. Served with two eggs any style and your choice of ham, bacon or sausage. Zucchini Pistachio (GF) Raspberry Oatmeal (GF) Buttermilk Fried Ice Cream *These items may be served under cooked or raw. Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illness
Our version with fries, green chili, cheese, carne asada, cilantro, pickled red onion, sour cream, and jalapeno avocado salsa
6” corn tortilla with your choice of carne asada or pork al pastor topped with onion cilantro, avocado jalapeno salsa and lime
Grilled turkey breast, smashed avocado, bacon, caramelized onions, and melted cheddar cheese on toasted sourdough with your choice of side.
Sautéed mushrooms, spinach, artichoke hearts, and fresh mozzarella topped with basil pesto, and diced tomato in a toasted pita. (VEG) Served with choice of side.
Grilled corned beef brisket, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut with 1000 island dressing on toasted rye. Served with your choice of side.
Homemade chicken tenders tossed in our buffalo sauce with pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and pickles on a brioche bun. Served with your choice of side
Toasted hoagie filled with pineapple al pastor, topped with cilantro, jalapeno, pickled jicama and carrots and an Asian barbeque sauce. Served with your choice of side
Tender beef cooked with onions, peppers, diced green chilies and pepper jack cheese on a hoagie. Served with your choice of side
Bacon, romaine lettuce, smashed avocado, and sliced tomato with chipotle aioli on toasted wheat bread. Served with your choice of side .
Hear from our valued guests
We headed out to a new restaurant today. I made the mistake of going on a saturday morning for breakfast i know thats a no no. It was almost chaoticly busy. Nevertheless you are supposed to pay before you sit and there are signs telling you not to stay too long after you're done. people were sending one to sit before they had ordered so im gonna guess thats ok and it does make it tough to get a seat. there was quite a line and we just narrowly got a table. I did notice there was some outdoor seating and so hopefully that will help when the weather is warmer. Our food was pretty good we ordered buttermilk biscuits and gravy so i could show my kids what there daddys favorite breakfast was. from the moment i saw it i knew this was one of THOSE biscuits and gravy dishes. Theres a dennys plain ole white pepper gravy and biscuits, theres anywhere in the south gravy biscuits where the gravy is a white friggin rich reaux gravy, heavy and chockful of sausage and then theres this dish. Ive only seen this a time or two before where The gravy is this very light bronze color and you can taste the reaux. Although im partial to the souths biscuits and gravy. This one still held its own. It kinda shook me a little because its got spice to it but considering its colorado considering we are heavy mexican population this was very appropriate for colorado. I can tell you as with any heavy dish this was more than enough to split between two kids under 5 and one adult
I've been to The French Press in Lakewood a few times, and it’s always a great experience! The staff are friendly and efficient, keeping things running smoothly even when it’s busy. Their French toast is my absolute favorite! I also love the cozy atmosphere and the local artwork displayed on the walls, it adds a unique touch. Definitely a go-to spot for a delicious meal and a welcoming vibe!
Delicious breakfast and brunch. Everything we ordered was seasoned and flavorful. You can get anything from pancakes to sandwiches and soups. I’ll be making this a regular lunch spot. Location is super busy and have to pay for parking unless you park at garage and walk. Not a ton of seating but enough. Hot chocolate for this cold weather a must.
I found this unique restaurant in downtown Lakewood one Friday morning. This breakfast place not only has gluten-free options but is vegan or dairy free as well. I loved the food here, and the atmosphere is great. The staff were very friendly and helpful when ordering too. I would highly recommend this restaurant. The only negative is parking. Make sure the park in the parking garage on the adjacent street is free. Infront of the store is pay only. It's not the restaurants fault, but I need to mention. Go and check it out for yourself and find out.
Good coffee, I am picky with my cappuccino so, it is not a craft coffee, but a place for breakfast and brunch. the food looks great. My first time here, the attendant was fast and practical I had a high expectation, my eggs were not the way I ordered. Potatoes not crispy.
My wife and I ordered takeout lunch here, the buffalo chicken salad and the brisket sandwich. Staff was very friendly and timely, there was only twenty minutes between me placing the order and picking it up and that whole process was very smooth. I didn’t stay in long, but the atmosphere was quite nice and relaxing, quiet but chatty (in a good way). The buffalo chicken salad was delicious, but wasn’t anything crazy. That smoked brisket sandwich though… wow. It was insanely yummy. Everything about the experience was incredibly satisfying.
We also got the Turkey Melt 10/10, we shared it with a bag of chips and it was totally delicious and Perhaps if we had each eaten a whole one, we would have been completely satisfied. The vanilla Latte was 10/10 and the Chai was just delicious.
Great breakfast restaurant here. The line for ordering food was pretty quick and the lady working there was nice and friendly. The menu was pretty big and had a good selection of food to choose from. Get their French Toast, especially their Almond Tres Leches one, since it was delicious! Their hard cooked egg and their sausage was yummy too. If you want a sandwich, get the All-American, since that was good too. Their latte was good as well The prices for the food you get were not bad also, for $28 for 2 full meals and a latte. All in all, I would recommend this breakfast restaurant in Belmar!
Their food is delicious, fairly priced and service is great, love their steak & eggs and their red bean chilli is amazing if you’re following a vegetarian regime or can’t have pork. I have lunch here 1-2x a week
One.of those great breakfast places with its own French twist on each meal. Coffee. Yesh they have all kinds but we ordered the French Press which arrives at your table in, a French press. Enough coffee for 2 1/2 people. And its good. I enjoyed the almond French toast , two eggs and crunchy bacon that has a sweet coating on it. All cooked perfect. We ate on a Saturday morning just ahead of the crowd and yes it does fill up up so dont sleepnin too long or you may have to wait.
Common questions about The French Press
The French Press is located at 7323 W Alaska Dr, Lakewood, CO 80226, United States , W Alaska Dr, 7323 W Alaska Dr, United States.
You can reach The French Press by calling +1 303-984-5447.
The French Press has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 1653 customer reviews.
The French Press features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The French Press features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
The French Press features the following highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty.
The French Press features the following popular for: Breakfast, Solo dining.
The French Press features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Organic dishes, Quick bite, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
The French Press features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
The French Press features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi.
The French Press features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
The French Press features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists, University students.
The French Press features the following planning: Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
The French Press features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The French Press features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
The French Press features the following parking: Free parking garage, Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking.
The French Press features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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