Barolo Grill is like a pair of Ferragamo slip-on loafers. Comfortable. Elegant. Timeless. They're not trying to be the loudest thing in the room. They're confident because they've been made well for a long time. You might occasionally reach for something flashier, but when you want polish and assurance, they're hard to beat. That feeling defined a recent dinner at Barolo Grill, where I sat at the bar and ordered the degustazione menu. My relationship with Barolo Grill goes back more than a decade. Thirteen years ago I brought my wife here on one of our early dates. Later, when my father passed away, friends brought us here to celebrate his life. During the pandemic, when restaurants were fighting to survive, Barolo packed up meals and wine and handed them out curbside, and many of us showed up to support them. In between those moments have been countless dinners, after-dinner drinks, and long conversations at the bar. Tonight marked another moment: a birthday and the beginning of a new chapter in my life. That's the rare thing about a place like Barolo Grill. Restaurants come and go, but a few weave themselves into the arc of a person's life. Barolo has done that for me. The meal opened with Carpaccio di Bufalo, thinly sliced Colorado buffalo with bagna cauda and buffalo mozzarella. It was exceptional. Carpaccio succeeds or fails on three things: the meat, the olive oil, and the salt. Here, all three were perfect. Next came the gorgonzola "soufflé" with orange and walnuts. Delicious, though the texture leaned closer to a sformato than a classical airy soufflé. The orange brightened the richness beautifully. The spinach gnocchi were the one miss of the evening - gummy and lacking flavor. I sent them back. The kitchen responded immediately and moved me to the next course without hesitation, exactly the kind of professional recovery good restaurants manage instinctively. What followed became the standout dish: tortellini ai funghi in mushroom brodo with shaved truffle. The broth was extraordinary - clear and deeply savory. Pickled beech mushrooms added a subtle sweetness and acidity that lifted the dish. Great broth is rare because nothing hides in it. This one showed confidence and restraint. The main course, Agnello, delivered beautifully. A grilled Colorado lamb chop sat on creamy stone-ground polenta with mint-basil pesto and a tomato-olive-cucumber relish. The lamb tasted unmistakably of lamb - rich and clean. The polenta added comfort while the relish provided brightness. Each bite moved through fat, cream, herb, acid. Dessert was a Castelmagno cheesecake with lavender honey and toasted hazelnuts, lighter and silkier than an American cheesecake. An espresso alongside it completed the meal in the most perfect way possible. Recently I had dinner at Alma Fonda Fina. The two restaurants represent very different philosophies. Alma pushes the experience forward with energy and excitement. Barolo Grill is something else entirely: refined, confident, timeless. Like those Ferragamo loafers, it may not always be the boldest choice - but it's one you return to again and again. And sometimes, that's exactly what you want. read more

I just had this flashback memory of going to this restaurant for the first time about two to three years ago. The young hostess didn't even look at us when we walked in and stood at the host station. She immediately said aggressively while looking down, "do you have a reservation?!" And I said "excuse me?" I was quite astonished and bothered by her abrasiveness. She repeated "do you have a reservation?!" I immediately said with a warm smile, "hi hello. How's your evening? We're so excited to be here for the first time. Yes, we do have a reservation under the name ____________." My party and I have not been back since. The abrasive rude nature of the hostess ruined the first experience I had inside the restaurant and it took me quite a while to shake it off. But yes, I will literally never forget how much money we spent on our dinner that night and how rude the hostess was. Rude greeting, if you can call it a greeting, slow service, and surprisingly high price. We'd rather pay the same price where we are greeted and served better. * So does an experience had 2 to 3 years ago even matter at this point? It does if the patrons haven't been back since. And we have not been back since. read more

The servers were very kind and attentive, and the ambiance was lively and enjoyable. We had 4 roses old fashioned and belvedere martinis and they were excellent. The food, however, was hit or miss. As a vegetarian, I was disappointed by the lack of thoughtful options. In December, diners must choose from a fixed menu, but there was no true vegetarian entrée available. I was offered two salads, which didn't feel like a meal, or a vegetable pasta which I've had before that was overpriced and not particularly flavorful--I would not get it again. Not wanting to feel like an afterthought, I opted for a pescatarian option instead. Unfortunately, the salmon and shrimp were underwhelming, and the fish and mussels tasted quite fishy and seemed previously frozen. Overall, while the service and atmosphere were great, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant until more care is given to vegetarian and non-meat-eating guests when designing the menu. read more

Deserving of a Michelin guide mention Was staying nearby at Cherry Creek and of course I open the Michelin app and this was the only noted restaurant of any calibre nearby with a 17 minute walk from the mall It is deserving of its mention. It's not worthy of a star as it doesn't blow you away. But it stays in its lane with northern Italian food and they do it well. Entering dining room it is appropriately decorated for a casual fine dining establishment. Staff are clearly well trained and they treat and attend to you with the manner and class that is expected at this calibre. Food was solid with no disappointments. I choose the reasonably priced degustation menu where I got to choose 1 dish from each of the 4 sections. Since it's my first time there I asked for the restaurant's signature dishes: Vitello tonato - Shaved veal tenderloin with tuna sauce. It's a northern Italy delicacy - delicious and delicate. This is a common dish throughout northern Italy and their take is delicious. Good flavour profile Risotto a mais: 8 year old risotto with grilled sweet corn, salsa verse and popcorn - Deliciously cheesy and creamy with a bit of crunch from the popcorn. I didn't expect to like it as much as I did. If you like creamy and cheesy, you will want this. Barolo style duck breast - Classic confit style duck breast with a heavy wine based reduction and a generous portion of seasonal vegetables and perfectly crisped cubed potatoes with a mashed center. This will fill you if you aren't full already. Castlemago cheesecake with lavender honey and toasted hazelnuts - not too sweet but a nice complexity of flavour. Subtle but delicious and excellent elevated finish. Special mention goes to the rosemary dinner bread. Strong rosemary flavour and well made with extra virgin olive oil. I had 2. Portions were large. I asked and they told me the tasting menu portions are generally smaller than the a la carte choices if one decides to go that route. But trust me, it's filling. Well done and solid. I will be back if in the area. read more

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We had an amazing family dinner at Barolo Grill! The service, food and ambiance were top notch! Personally I had the gnocchi. It was very good and had several different flavors that I wasn't expecting. It was very flavorful and I'd recommend it in the future We also had the peach dessert that was so good! We had the family of three share it. Great time and experience at Barolo Grill! read more

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As much as I care about the overall growth of the very city I have resided in for almost 3 decades, taking a break or interruption in the continuity of my life by not visiting a specific business or restaurant (to be precise) makes me feel like I am an ungrateful person. This statement so applies to Barolo Grill, that has been around as long as I can remember going back to early 2000's. I worked in Cherry Creek on 1st Avenue and Garfield years back. My boss/coworkers and I would go here for a glass of wine with a light dish as this place was a go-to place for one of them. And just yesterday, not visiting this place for 20+ years, I finally break that hiatus or cycle to appreciate this place that mainly features the cuisine of two of the well-known regions in Italy: Piedmont and Tuscany. And the experience? Simply words cannot describe it but I will do my best to elaborate on it. Made a reservation for two at the bar (it's nice that you can reserve bar seatings at this place; usually, for any/all reservations you make at (typical) restaurants, they only apply to tables) a few to several days in advance. This was a great idea and a must thing to do (for everyone) because on a day like Wednesday where you think simply walking in would do, the restaurant was filled with people along with a large group of people for a party on the east side of the restaurant. We walked in around 5:40pm for our 5:45pm restaurant where it was at least 50-60 full, this landscape soon changed. By the peak time of 6:30pm, it was at its full capacity at 100%. The menus for the food and the drinks are elegant. Good size and yet they are not massive to where you will not get confused with any of the items on them. For beer drinkers (like my guy), they only serve canned ones (so no beer handles) but he was able to find something that would suit his palate (and our wonderful waitstaff/bartender poured the beer into a chilled/beautiful wine glass for him to consume; elegant presentation to say the least.) I went with the super Tuscan Rosso di Orma 2021, very round red wine that consists of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese that gives a little bit of leathery taste. My kind of wine for sure. We started out our dinner with Insalata Primavera, a light and yet well-balanced salad. Good size for two people. This salad is an indication of what a good salad served at a fine restaurant is all about. Lightly seasoned but not bland. I have stated in many of my past reviews this but there have been increasing numbers of restaurants where they serve overly salted salads. Barolo's kind consideration of "seasoning it right" was tasted in this refreshing summer salad to say the least. Let's not forget to mention. Before our salad arrived, there was a male worker walking around the restaurant with a stainless basket full of complimentary rolls. He eventually came to us and gave us each a roll to enjoy. These rosemary seasoned rolls with a generous amount of butter including in the ingredients does not require anything like olive oil with balsamic vinegar or extra side butter. He later came back during our consumption of the dinner plates to give us one more. And had we asked for more, I am sure he would have given us more. Our first main (which we shared) was Tortellini di acciughe. The portion was a bit small for the price and yet overall, the mascarpone and the anchovy filled tortellini pasta with lemon zest was light and pleasant. Since this dish is not heavy, it will leave a good room in your stomach so that you can go for another dish to finish off your dining. And that is exactly what we did. He picked the risotto (Risotto ai piselli). In this dish, all the ingredients are synchronized harmoniously to create the perfect texture with perfect al dente-ness. The magic ingredient (if I go ahead and pick one) would be the robiola cheese that is 50% melted in the warm rice. When our waitress/bartender asked us how we liked the dish, I used three simply words to describe it: "To die for". We are not really big dessert people (hence we skipped this part but maybe next time.) 20+ years of hiatus was simply too long to miss out on this restaurant that has shaped the Denver's restaurant scene. I am glad that I was able to experience it for the first time in two+ decades. My appreciation for Barolo has deepened. I thus thank you for your existence. read more

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First visit in 7 months. I was surprised they had a full house at 630pm on a Wednesday. My OpenTable reservation was for 7pm. I got an Aperol Spritz and waited. I was seated by the fireplace and my server, Brooke introduced herself. No significant changes to the menu. They still have the $95 Tasting menu with smaller portions. But I wanted the full experience. My four courses came to $110. I opted for the upgraded wine pairings for each course for $95. A fresh rosemary roll arrived. Always good. First was the Parmagiano-Reggiano Souffle with braised cipollini onions. The upgraded wine pairing was the 2023 'I Sistri' Felsina Chardonnay. A crisp white wine. Next was the Risotto ai Funghi using 7yr aged acquerello rice with sautéed seasonal mushrooms. A large amount of risotto. My wine was a new D.O.C. from Italy, 2019 Nizza 'Pomorosso' Coppo. This is a red wine grown in a very small section of Tuscany with aspects of sangiovese. My meat course was the Anatra di Barolo. This was a large piece of duck with a barolo-style sauce with vegetables, roasted garlic potatoes and kalamata olives. The wine was a truly wonderful 2016 Ricossa Barolo Riserva. My dessert was a creative rendering of a carrot cake with sage gelato on top and a neat pour of 2018 Badia de Morrona Vin Santo. Vin Santo is a fortified wine. This is a typical after dinner drink in Italy. Even though I don't come very often, I got a complimentary pour of their house-made Limoncello. The food choices were presented with plenty of time between courses. Brooke brought out the wine pairings each time before the food. I never felt rushed. I chose to tip $50 for the attentive service by Brooke and other staff. I spoke with both Erin Lindstrom, their Sommelier and the owner, Ryan Fletter. I made a future reservation for April. read more

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I asked a foodie couple for recommendations for the better restaurants in Denver and Barolo was on the top of their list. I see why the food, service and decor are top notch. This restaurant has stood the test of time and has gained recognition recently from Michelin, Wine Spectator and others. Authentic Northern Italian cuisine with an impressive wine list make this a place I will be coming back to. The menu changes with the season and everything is fresh, prepared with knowledge and passion and presented beautifully. Our server was exceptional, she knew the menu, how it was prepared and what wines paired well. The menu is set up as a traditional 4 course prix fixe, but feel free to order ala carte. The beet and grapefruit salad was light, refreshing and tasty. The braised duck fell off the bone, and was rich, earthy and filling, served with roasted vegetables. Numerous Italian wines are available by the glass or as an optional wine pairing with the meal. Or you can choose to examine the multipage wine selection from their vast cellar. Warm, decor, relatively quiet environment and with the fresh table linens, this is an elegant choice for a nice meal out. read more

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Always outstanding. Great food, awesome wine program and friendly, yet professional service. Had Soufflé di Macaroni with a glass of Friulano and Tagliatelle al sugo d'arrosto with a glass of Nebbiolo. Could not have been better! read more

Barolo Grill - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Cozy Italian restaurant nested in Cherry creek.. I've passed by this restaurant countless times and have always wanted to dine here- Finally made it! Started with the frito misto - calamari felt fresh. These were essentially sea food fritters and we liked them. Quantity was larger than expected. I got the gnocchi and my husband got the agnello lamb - both tasty and well made. The ultimate dish here was their cheese cake, loved how airy the cake was which tasted incredible with the lavender honey! Service was good and so was the ambiance. Every one was very well dressed which is a rare sight in Denver IYKYK. read more

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Financially, this is a special occasion restaurant for me, but it will never disappoint. I love everything about Barolo Grill. This time we had the $95 four-course dinner. Every bite was heaven! The server, Brook, was wonderful and explained things beautifully. I love the white tablecloth dining with carpet on the floor, decorative acoustic tiles on the ceiling, the flowers, and the artwork; all work together to control the sound, guaranteeing you will have enjoyable conversations with your dining partners. The atmosphere is pleasing to the eye, welcoming, and comfortable. The hostesses were very kind and attentive. This is a must to experience in Denver! You will feel very special and cared for during your visit. I love that the owner takes the staff to Italy for 2 weeks each summer to experience the food, wine, and culture! Amazing!!!! read more

Wonderful celebration dinners here! Another birthday done right in this wonderful place. The tasting menus are always an excellent choice. The service is immaculate. Love that they take their staff to Italy each year for research and immersion. Bravo! read more

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TRUE Northern Italian. When living in the area, I did frequent this wonderfully creative atmosphere which lent to the most delicious Northern Italian food, one slumps in their chair as eyes roll back in sheer pleasure. Also, how the owner cares for his employees, ASK when you go in for a pleasurable night. Reservations are highly recommended. One may sit at the bar for a single night of pleasure or have a reservation for a small party, all should be called in advance. In addition to the food, the WINES..........allow them to recommend a wine, AND, they are amenable to vegetarians! HINT: I was raised in Europe, I know food, Barolos' is one of my top 5 restaurants in Colorado....stay tune! Ahhh sorry no photos, I ATE IT ALL!! Please note this is a bit older review attached to another account, which I am attempting to delete, however, Barolo Grill still maintains these high standards and will have pictures to add when visiting again. thank you M read more

Absolutely one of the most fantastic meals I have ever had. Did the tasting menu with an appetizer, prima patties, main course and dessert...95.00 per person. Stunning food and amazing presentations. Please look at the pics Remarkable service in an amazing atmosphere. Been going strong for 33 years. We need to go every few months. read more

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Service was exceptional and the wine list is great. However, I've been twice and the food is subpar for what you pay. We ordered the octopus, the macaroni souflee, and the steak. The steak was cooked to perfection. The octopus and souflee were bland, overcooked, and far too pricey for the size. Won't give them a third try. read more

Fantastic food, spectacular service, and a warm, inviting ambiance. The duck, braised in Barolo wine, was absolutely delicious. The risotto -- made with 8-year-aged rice -- was perfection. The servers know the menu inside and out, and their wine knowledge is impressive. While the standard wine list is concise, ask for the full list if you're looking for something extra special. This is truly a standout Italian restaurant -- perfect for a memorable night out. read more

I went to Barolo Grill for dinner with some friends who highly recommended this place. We arrived a few minutes before our reservation time but we got seated right away. For appetizers, we shared Calamari and my date had a Bresaola. Both were fantastic. For entrees, I ordered the Agnolotti with brown butter sauce and my date had the Beef Tenderloin. I was seriously impressed with my agnolotti - the serving size was perfect and the flavors were on point. My date loved his beef tenderloin as well, and he can be really critical with his beef. For dessert, we had Gelato which was delicious (I just wished they didn't put my Gelato into two separate bowls). The ambiance is amazing and the service was excellent. My friends were on point in recommending this restaurant. I would love to visit again when we return to Denver. read more

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Staff -- 5 solid stars. Food -- 3 stars and I'm glad I wasn't paying. Why do I say that? Well, I have reasons, of course. I was part of a group meal. The Super Tuscan red wine reminded me too much of prune juice. I wasn't into it. I asked for a straight cab and that was better. They had a really nice white, thought, and I have to Vivino it! We selected our courses and I dont' recall each name, but the appetizer was the beef, a smoked kind of carpaccio with the most amazing accompaniments. The dish was excellent. And it was only after I shoved it in my face did I realize the smokiness. I took a picture! That dish was great. Next course I was going to go for the risotto (which I'm really picky about the texture on risotto but was gonna go for it and they did say it was yet another "signature dish") however my server said get the butternut squash pasta (name of the pasta is one I am not familiar with/cannot remember) so I agreed. Sure, it was quite tasty, but for my particular palate I like savory more than sweet. So this dish was way too sweet for me as a dinner entree. I realize this is my preference -- no fault of the restaurant. Next was the duck. I've only had duck in a bougie restaurant once before and it was medium rare. It was excellent. So, that's my bar set. It was braised here (funny thing I like my meat near raw or cooked forever in a braise so thought this would be good, too). The duck though was dry. That is the first thought I had, being fully honest. It was dry. I really didn't eat that much of it (hence me saying early on that I am glad I was not paying for this meal!). Last was dessert. I was looking forward to it since I didn't love the duck. And... it was really crumbly, not very moist, no graham cracker crust. Disappointment for me. A favorite of mine is panna cotta and this thing teases you because it resembles that but it isn't at all. It's barely a cheesecake, either. I also didn't finish it. Sorry, Barolo, I can only be honest and I didn't love the food. The wine was hit and miss. Again... as stated early on, staff was excellent. read more

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I've been to a few Michelin Star restaurants/former Michelin Star restaurants and it's always an experience. Barolo was highly recommended to me by friends (and Yelp!) as a Michelin Star restaurant that doesn't necessarily feel like one, in a good way. I think that description hits the nail on the head. My take was that it had the service and food expected of the distinction but not necessarily the atmosphere and prices associated with it. I was all for it! First off, I need to say Melissa, our waitress, was one of the best waitresses I've ever had the pleasure of dining with. She was very personable, had great recommendations for everything, and was knowledgeable about the entire menu. If you have the pleasure to dine with Melissa as your waitress, you're in for a good time. Now, the food. Wow. Everything we ordered was amazing. You would expect for a former Michelin Star restaurant to have top-notch food and Barolo definitely delivered. I ordered the Agnello (Colorado Lamb) and all I could say was "wow" with every bite. The meat was cooked perfectly and the beet purée and golden beets complimented the meat amazingly. On top of that, the Torta di Formaggio (cheesecake with lavender honey) was the best ending to the meal I could have asked for. It was the closest thing to a perfect cheesecake I ever tasted. Finally, the cocktails we ordered were some of the best I have ever had. I know this all sounds like I may be over exaggerating but try it out for yourselves! I cannot wait for my next experience at Barolo Grill! read more

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Service was impeccable. We were seated in front of the fireplace which was lovely on a cold, winter day. We started with a glass of brut rose which was delicious. We then split the Radish Salad, Gnocchi with crab, and Beef tenderloin (with a glass of red wine, of course). This particular beef presentation has been my favorite from all the times I have ordered it over the years here (grilled beef tenderloin, crispy polenta, roasted hen-of-the-woods mushroom, balsamic-braised cipollini onion, truffle demi-glace) -- it melted in your mouth. Lastly, their crème brule is the best in the city so of course we had to split that delicious ending to the meal. All in all - fabulous experience, fabulous service, fabulous food. Highly recommend. read more

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The wine was really good and our server as a great sommelier. However, the food was underwhelming to poor, especially for the cost. I'd advise against the tasting menu, as the portions are incredibly small (2-3 bites) and end up averaging over 20 dollars a plate. We saw a regular sized portion being brought out an laughed at the difference. The steak was underwhelming and the highly recommended tortellini had little taste beyond the very sweet sauce in which they came. Overall, we spent a small fortune at this restaurant and we were so hungry we had to order food to our house on the way home. read more

I was excited to hear that they are farm-to-table, and they go to Italy every year to get inspired. The inspiration shows in the food. The ambiance was nice, people were dressed up, rare for Denver, the decor was elegant yet simple, which is what I love, it's all about the food. They have a huge wine list! The service was professional, timely, and knowledgeable. Our waitress knew all the dishes, and wines and was able to suggest great pairings for me. That said, there were a few misses in the food. We started with the crudo, which was delicious, well-balanced, and a great sharing portion to kick off the meal. Insalata Primavera tasted like spring on a plate, the produce was fresh and delicious, like it was just picked. We then shared the Agnolotti del plin, which was delicate and delicious, but it came out cold. If we weren't hungry, we would have sent it back. There is no reason for pasta to be cold when it's served. Then we decided to get the veal tenderloin, this was a huge miss. It was kinda bland, overcooked, and also lukewarm. It's a shame, veal can melt in your mouth and I expected something different. I also didn't care for the presentation, it felt boring rather than creative and playful. We switched it for the duck and were not disappointed. I appreciate that the waitress was there to check in at the right time and immediately offered to switch the dish for us. Lastly, we got the chocolate olive oil cake. This desert was more beautiful than tasty. I didn't taste much olive oil in it. I would recommend this place for a fun dinner or date night, and will definitely be back. They have a few outside tables, but unfortunately 6th can be a bit noisy. read more

This was an excellent experience. I came with a group of 6 and I think everyone enjoyed their meal. I got the meal with a wine pairing and our server was so knowledgeable about all of the food and wine. Very impressive! read more

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For all the hype and high prices, it was mediocre food. As if a creative chef just got tired and put out anything. For those reputation and prices I would expect the flavors to be complex or spot on, it was two-dimensional at best. Ambiance and wine was great though. read more

The best dining experience I had in Denver. I tried the tasting menu and was only disappointed that I couldn't eat more of their food by the end of the experience. Everything was delicious. I wish I could remember my server's name because he brought the experience to a higher level. Extremely attentive to my partner's seafood and nut allergy and insisted on providing samples of wine before I ordered a glass. The place is low-light and romantic. Family-friendly as well. read more

Barolo Grill - duck - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Wonderful dinner to celebrate a birthday! Very attentive service, answered all of our questions and made it a lovely experience. We definitely over-ordered, but we enjoyed it all. read more

Barolo Grill - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

The restaurant is in a Cherry Creek neighborhood that is just beautiful. We walked there after having drinks at another establishment in the area, so I can't comment on parking. We were a party of five with reservations at 7:30 on a Friday night. There must have been an onslaught of reservations at that time because there were so many people waiting that you could hardly move around. There is no where to go, so we felt very much in the way of the servers. Once seated, our server Josh was very attentive and explained the food preparations in detail. We all ordered the tasting menu, which meant we had almost all of the selections on the menu. By the time we got to the dessert course, Josh went MIA, so we waited a very long time for our check. In the interest of keeping this review from being too long, I will highlight what we thought were the best dishes of the night. For the Antipasti, the pecorino cheese souffle and the chilled terrine of foie gras were the favorites. The Frito Misto with dill horseradish crema was also great. For the Primi Piatti, the risotto with the trio of purees was fantastic! This was my favorite dish of the night. The gnocchi was good, but we've had better gnocchi elsewhere. The agnolotti was VERY lavender forward to the point that is all I tasted, and the spaghetti alla puttanesca was just weird. I have never had tuna with tomato sauce before and it did not work for me. And the large caperberry on top did nothing to enhance the dish. For Secondi Piatti we chose the duck, the pork tenderloin and the beef tenderloin. The pork tenderloin was the favorite with a lovely preparation and root vegetables. The beef was cooked perfectly and we loved all the different ways mushrooms were served with it. The sauce on the duck was very strong tasting and over-took the lovely taste of duck. For the Dolce we had the cheesecake, chocolate ganache, and a peach special they were offering that night. All of the desserts were wonderful. When we return to Denver, I would make reservations here again and order the risotto and the pork and beef tenderloin dishes. read more

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Extremely expensive for what you get. Their duck came out frozen in the center. They had to go remake it however everyone was done eating by that time. Did not offer any discount on the bill or even mention the duck. Over priced for just mediocre food. read more

Best dining experience Most delicious food Wonderful ambiance Have gone for a romantic date with husband, special dinner with older children, special dinner with parents. Fills every need. read more

WHAT and experience! My husband and I were a little scared looking at the prices, expecting a food salad of words in the menu but no substance. How wrong were we! Don't get me wrong- they grab you by the pocket book but every bit, every sip, every smell is worth it! After 21 years together my husband surprised me with a food and wine pairing experience. What an experience this was! Every bit tickled the senses in ways I didn't know existed! Pairings of food choices I would have never thought! Not to mention a. Waitress who truly valued what she did and spoke about it passion. My husband and I both left there full, satisfied mentally and emotionally, and happy we experienced something like this. If you have the time and $$ highly recommend! read more

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Very cute area and attentive service. Everyone I was with ordered the tasting menu which was a good way to try multiple things. My favorite was the seafood appetizer and the dessert. The bread was also a fan favorite. The cassoulet honestly wasn't very good for my taste buds but well played. read more

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Great 4 course tasting menu at an affordable cost! Our waiter was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable regarding the menu offerings. Felt like I was at a restaurant in Rome! The look and feel inside the restaurant was intimate, relaxing and sharp. I really enjoyed each course that I chose. My favorite by far was my main entree which was the pork tenderloin. Cooked to perfection with so much flavor! I will absolutely be back! read more

Barolo Grill - Tajarin con Aragosta - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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What a spectacular dining experience. My husband and I came here for our 2 year wedding anniversary. We both did the tasting menu and all dishes were absolutely wonderful. The only thing I disliked was the Fritto Misto, I feel that could have been a bit more tasty, it was bland. The pasta was probably our favorite course, both the lobster pasta and the sage one were delicious. Our server recommended a bottle of Arnies wine and we are now obsessed. Service was great, our server was extremely knowledgeable and we appreciated that. Highly recommended. read more

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Wow. Would a one word review suffice? Probably not, but that does sum up our experience at Barolo Grill. Located in the north part of Cherry Creek, this northern Italian cuisine is a gem, in both food and service. While the dining room area was quite lovely, they have a series of outdoor 'cabins' that were obviously introduced as pandemic solutions, so our party decided to dine there on a glorious Fall evening. From being greeted by the hostess to the fantastic service by our attendant, the experience could not have been more lovely. Apparently the owner takes his ongoing staff (those who have been with him for more than a year) on a once a year trek to Italy to experience the culture, taste the native food and rejuvenate on Italian wines. It shows in their knowledge and passion for serving you. The menu is mouth watering, and to choose just one or two items from it is next to impossible. Luckily Barolo makes it easy on you by offering you to do a 'bundle' and order an item from each of the four courses. Buckle up, (or maybe unbuckle your belt) as you will definitely not want to miss this culinary journey through the flavoristic menu. To start our journey we split the Mushroom and Cheese and the Lobster Salad. The Mushroom was incredible, sporting truffle oil to bind together the different mushrooms. The salad, featured plenty of chilled lobster bits, in a bed of lettuce with cucumbers. The dressing was a bit too 'lemony' for my taste, but my spouse loved it. For our Primi, I went with the veal stuff pasta pockets, that were out of this world, with brown butter glaze and parmesan cheese topping; she went for the seared tuna and pasta, which sounded to be an unlikely pairing, until you tasted it. Phenom! Secondi brought the Glazed Duck to me, with smattering of roasted olives, veggies and potatoes. While the sauce was a bit heavy for my taste, it was easily moved to the side which brought the moist and perfectly prepared duck to my palette. My partner did the Salmon with beets and a Tapioca crisp that was otherworldly. To wrap things up, our Dolce selections went to the chocolate cake and the peach sorbet (Granita). Both were incredibly rich in flavor and a perfect way to top the experience. While they do offer a wine pairing for the bundle we opted for 2 half bottles, one white and one red, to accompany the changing flavors. Next time we will do the pairings so we can see how much more all of the flavors are to be enhanced. As I started, I end, with a wow! read more

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Such a fun dinner here! This will be our new go to Italian spot in Denver. The bread was sooo good. We tried salad, calamari and cheese souffle for appetizers. Then I had lamb stuffed pasta for my main. Absolutely delicious. Service is very attentive. Wasn't hard to find street parking but they do have a small lot that fits maybe 10 cars too read more

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I have no idea why this is rated, as far as this writing, a 4.2. The BG is a five. We had a wonderful family dinner with great wine and atmosphere. Highly recommend. Also, kudos to our server Kurt! read more

So the entire restaurant staff takes an annual trip to Italy and we were lucky to catch them on their last night before they left. (Review was saved in draft...) Barolo Grill specializes in Northern Piedmontese cuisine with an extensive wine list to pair with. Although you can choose to order everything a la carte, we opted for their course tasting menu with their classic wine pairing option. First things first, the service here is impeccable. From their host to servers, everyone is very professional, courteous and work extremely well together. Our server was super knowledgeable about everything Barolo grill. He described each dishes perfectly, and gave us a little backstory of the wines we tried. Overall it was very entertaining and it felt like we were getting to know how the restaurant came to what it is today. Honestly, everything here was very, very good. Veal tenderloin and amberjack crudo: light, fresh and delicious. Only off putting item was the tuna pepper 'relish' but maybe we aren't Italian enough because it tasted like tuna mush... Wild boar spaghetti and rock shrimp rigatoni: Very delicious. Boar shoulder was tender and almost tasted like beef short rib. Rock shrimp and calamari in the pasta were cooked perfectly, and you can tell how fresh these were. Both of the pasta dishes were cooked to perfect al dente. Only downside is how small these were, because we wanted more. Braised duck leg and bistecca di manzo: Amazing. Huge portion, cooked perfectly. Duck legs were juicy, tender and not gamy in anyway. Beef tenderloin with pea puree and chanterelle mushroom is a must though. If you're doing the course option, this option is a must. Cheesecake and chocolate torta: Loved the fact that they were both savory and sweet at the same time, but was too full to enjoy... lol. Barolo grill is a must try, and we will def be back to try the other items on their menu! read more

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I love the house made pastas at Barolo Grill! I'm very fortunate to be married to an excellent pasterio (a person who is expert at making homemade pasta) - Jamie. Jamie makes a house made pasta at home once a week. Over a span of 45+ years, that's a lot of housemaid pasta. So, it feels like I might have some expertise in evaluating pasta. Its a lot of fun to stop in at Barolo Grill. There's always anticipation to see what pasta stay have on the menu. This particular dining trip, we had two different pastas, one for me, and one for her. She had a pasta puttanesca, with a seared tuna. I had the tortellini, with a anchovy filling, with some light cheese, lemon and additional flavors. Both pastas were fantastic!! If you'd like, pasta, and particularly are inclined to the hand made varieties, this is an excellent restaurant to visit. Plus, they take great care of you. Their wait and service staff are friendly, and allow you to just hang out, enjoy a glass of wine, savor the pasta, and the moments of fine dining. We had an excellent table for two, with a View out towards 6th Avenue. With the great windows they have on sixth, the light and the ambience were enjoyable. Highly recommended! read more

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Warm, inviting interior. Our server was friendly and very knowledgable about the food and wine without being pretentious or stuffy. The hand-made pasta was excellent, as was the pork tenderloin. Definitely come on your birthday, they have a sweet surprise for you! We had a lovely experience, will definitely be back. read more

I have been wanting to try this restaurant for over a year, and every time I have tried, often the day of, I have not been able to get a reservation. I highly recommend booking in advance! All I can say is this was one of the most hospitable, warm and welcome I have felt coming into a restaurant of this stature in a very long time. Definitely the most welcome in Colorado. The service professionals took a real down to earth approach to storytelling and took the time to ensure we were going to get the experience we were looking for. One of the first things our incredible bartender, Storm, did was ask us about dietary restrictions and food allergies. I appreciated being asked before the drinks were discussed because I have an allergy to grapes and cannot indulge in wine. For our meal we ordered two dishes from the starters/antipasti section, then we decided because the food was so delicious, to share a tasting menu that way we could get a wider variety and see what we'd like to order on our next visit. The ambiance was different in that the music playing was very transient, kind-of reminiscent of what you would expect in a trendy European-style hotel, while the lighting and decor matched that of a classy Italian restaurant with cozy nooks and eloquent reading corners. What I liked the most was the many separated rooms this restaurant utilized to make the experience feel like I was dining in someone's home and enjoying a home-cooked meal. While these did contrast, overall it somehow worked. The cocktails we ordered were some of the best I have ever had, specifically the strawberry-campari-mezcal riff on a negroni that was so well made. The bitter campari married beautifully with their espadín mezcal with the bright strawberry flavor acting as a blending agent. We later learned this was bartender, Storm's, newest creation. Really a job well done. Barolo grill is an approachable restaurant that can appeal to many audiences and age groups, as long as they are comfortable with a longer (several courses) dining experience than other restaurants nearby. Perfect for private parties, date nights, special occasions and after-work cocktails/small plates. Kerry, the manager also was gracious enough to stop by and thank us for choosing to spend our date night alongside his team. Grazie mille!!! We can't wait to come back and try more! read more

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