We've been faithful customers of Cucina Colore since 1998, every Friday date night, family celebrations, and lunch with friends. We are loyal because everything on the menu is wonderful, the service personable and professional. We still look forward to being there every week. Thanks, Cucina Colore! read more

Our amazing server did not guide us wrong, he was pretty vocal in when asked between the options I was considering. The mushroom ravioli, black cod special was especially delicious! Their other special are the neopolian pizza which we just ordered a cheese one for the kids. Unfortunately they did not enjoy it. Just get the tiramisu for dessert, they make everything in house and it's absolutely devine! read more

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We returned tonight hoping to relive the great experience we had during Restaurant Week, but unfortunately this visit fell short. Our server, Alex, began with a detailed description of the soup--grilled peppers puréed with cream--and assured us it wasn't spicy. It did have noticeable heat, and I ended up finishing my wife's. Alex didn't have any idea, and seemed to be guessing. We ordered the beef tenderloin--medium well for my wife and medium for me. My dish arrived overly underdone, and my wife's was closer to medium rare. I chose to box mine to take home; I would have mentioned it, but my wife preferred not to. A large group of prom-aged guests seated nearby made the atmosphere less comfortable, with frequent loud profanity despite their otherwise polished appearance. It was shocking the words spewed while no one said anything to them. What started as a promising evening ultimately didn't meet expectations and left us ending the night on a disappointing note. read more

I highly recommend the peach bread pudding in addition to the vanilla gelato with berries. The truffino pizza was unbelievable! I will definitely be back for that guy and highly recommend to try that. The complimentary focaccia is so mouthwatering, and soft! They were out of a lot of the mocktail suggestions that day. The alcoholic beverages looked amazing, but it was Easter and I don't drink on that day. The patio was perfect for early patio season. read more

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Booked a reservation for an anniversary on a Friday night, service was unmatched! Multiple staff greeted us as we walked in the door. Food was great! Server was very knowledgeable about the menu as well as the wine list which was extremely helpful. The atmosphere is much better than other Italian food options in the cherry creek area. Can't say enough good things about the service, any staff we walked past as we were leaving also said their good byes. Make no mistake, there is a reason they have been in business for over 30 years, I will definitely be back! read more

Delicious Seafood Pasta I ordered the Spaghettini and it did not disappoint. The scallops and shrimp were perfectly seared, and the spinach and roasted tomato added a lot of yum! The only miss for me was the breadstick. I think it is garlic cornbread. I may be wrong, that's just what it tastes like. Interesting twist though! read more

Cucina Colore - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I was excited to go back to CC after being away from Denver for five years. The food was as I remember it, but what happened to the service?? I cant believe how awkward it was, how rushed it was, really to the point of unpleasantness. Dinner was rushed out while we were still eating first courses, without a note of apology or regret. and then plate clearing our dinners was abrupt and too soon, and they brought the check with our dessert as if saying we cant wait for you to leave. it was so weird. The place was only modestly busy on a thursday night, but nothing unusual for sure... Anyway, we enjoyed the food but would suggest asking them to slow the heck down (unless you are in a rush, then it would work fine) read more

what a disappointment! Penne and sausage mainly untouched as tasteless and 2 spaghetti dishes, small portions floating in a tasteless watery mess, 2 shrimp,2 scallops, $31each. totally agree with other negative reviews-stay away! read more

My wife had a craving for Italian food and this was one of three options we found in our area we were staying. Looking online at their menu, I felt like it was the perfect spot as they had almost the exact dish my wife was craving! So after walking here and stepping inside the friendly host sat us down and our servers greeted us. The vibe/atmosphere was modern and leaning towards upscale without trying to be fine-dining/fancy. Unfortunately, one first thing our servers said was that they recently changed the menu....guess what dish was longer offered as we saw?! We will get back to that. We did start out with their focaccia complimentary if asked and it was delicious bread to start our meal! I decided to try their Carne Pizza which was loaded with so much meat toppings that it would flop every time it was picked up. Very tasty pizza though! My wife was disappointed they did not have their shrimp scampi linguine meal anymore so went with a salmon dish and asked for shrimp instead. They obliged and charged $8 for doing so. I understand the up-charge as a dish is being altered but price seemed a little steep. Overall we enjoyed our meals and thought it was worth having. As of today, their online menu is not correct though just so you know. Some items are the same but not all. read more

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Nice bistro. Very friendly service, delicious tasting Parma pizza, and a nice modern atmosphere. The best and biggest surprise was the ease with which one could park on the street, although this being the 21st century I had to install an app to do it. Still, I was surprised at the availability of parking. A very pleasant experience. read more

Such a cute little restaurant in the neighborhood. Would be such a fun date spot. We started with the fried calamari and the burrata. The calamari was delicious, the banana peppers was a nice addition. The burrata was also yummy, went well with the tomatoes. Don't forget to get the foccacia too! Such light bread, dipped in olive oil was amazing! I got the mushroom pizza. It was very yummy when eating it, but definitely left my stomach in a wreck. read more

If you've never been a huge fan of Italian food, take it from me--Cucina Colore in Cherry Creek completely changed my mind. Family-owned and operated since 1994 by Venanzio Momo--who grew up working in his mother's Italian deli and brought a wood-fired pizza tradition from New York--this neighborhood trattoria feels timeless yet fresh . Today for lunch: * I had the gnocchi -- perfectly cooked, rich, and flavorful. * My wife the chicken sandwich, juicy and satisfying. * My son devoured a pepperoni pizza (made in that original hearth oven tradition). * My niece loved her pasta, which tasted fresh and expertly balanced. Everything was delightfully made with fresh, high‑quality ingredients and a focus on true flavor--not gimmicks . But the real showstopper? The bread pudding for dessert--next level. Rich, warm, comforting, and the perfect end to lunch. From the warm, upscale-yet-approachable ambiance to attentive service and a seasonal menu that honors both classics and innovation, Cucina Colore is a spot I'll absolutely come back to--even though I wasn't initially an Italian food fan. Located at 3041 E3rd Ave in Cherry Creek North, open daily with full lunch and dinner service #CucinaColore #DenverEats #CherryCreekDining #ItalianTrattoria #GnocchiLovers #WoodFiredPizza #BreadPuddingGoals #FreshIngredients #FamilyOwned #DenverFoodie #LocalLegend #NextLevelDessert #FoodieFinds #ItalianComfortFood #supportlocal Don't forget to follow me on IG @hungry_dude_usa read more

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Sit at the bar and ask for Manuel! He is amazing! Attentive and on it. AND we love Cucina

Have been coming to this Cherry creek staple for 20+ years! Service is great and food has been consistent over the years. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Sit at the bar for a more casual setting, and don't skip the sangria or peach bread pudding! Wood fired pizzas are amazing too. read more

Cucina Colore - PICCANTE PIZZA - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Such a fun place to celebrate a birthday. Their steak is very big and reasonably priced. read more

Cucina Colore - Chocolate mouse with blueberry compote - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Very nice atmosphere. Great food! I was with lunch with some friends from Guatemalan and they enjoyed it, also! Service was very good!

The food is heavenly good. Outstanding services. We will definitely go back for an amazing lunch or dinner.

Over sauced, over salted, overcooked, and overpriced with bad table service to boot. The original owner sold a great Italian restaurant. What happened? read more

For over a $100 to go order, got half a slice of bread for 2 grown people --so disappointing, absolutely not worth the price. Automatically gave an 20% tip thinking I would get great service In Cherry Creek. Expected quality and should not have to double check my order, Chick-fil-A does better making sure their order is correct. Received the bare minimum instead. I would like to receive the same amount of bread that's offered while you dine in. read more

Cucina Colore - Half a slice of bread - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Delicious food, attentive service, wonderful ambience. In the heart of Cherry Creek. Highly recommend!

At Cucina Colore, the atmosphere is an inviting embrace, perfect for gathering with friends and family or enjoying a romantic date night. Each visit has celebrated great experiences, no matter the server. The pasta dishes are a true delight. My partner and I savored the Conchiglie--roasted chicken, broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, pecorino cream--adapted for my gluten allergy with GF pasta, and it was simply divine! My partner's sons enjoyed the Margherita Pizza--ground plum tomato, fresh & shredded mozzarella, basil, EVOO (we appreciate that Cucina offers gf crust, but the boys chose the traditional crust). When an appetizer arrived with bread versus gluten-free, Joey's quick and friendly response showcased the restaurant's commitment to customer care. We adore Cucina Colore, where every sip of their delicious dirty martinis and espresso martinis adds to the joy of the experience. read more

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Great date night spot! Located in Cherry Creek. The parking is not necessarily the best as is anywhere in Cherry Creek but luckily being off third Avenue you can find some spots closer to fourth in the neighborhood. This is very low, making it a little bit more intimate. I'm a sucker for beef carpaccio, and they had giant caper berries on their carpaccio, which was...chefs kiss! The pasta was all homemade and tasted just like I remember it from Italy. They do have a very long wait time so I would recommend making a reservation prior to coming. read more

Please make the trip, stop by and experience this amazing establishment. Stopped by after a long shopping spree at Cherry Creek. I mean everything about this place was amazing. Service from all employees was excellent, kind, and joyful. Stephanie my waitress was knowledgeable about not only the menu but business! 31 years this restaurant is here with same family owners. She was great with the most hospitality. Management was kind and came to my table. Food was amazing, bread was warm soft, freshly made, everything came out timely warm and tasteful. Great location, upscale restaurant, clean and nice. I was able to sit outside and it was clean, shaded, and still great service. Coffee after dinner was amazing addition and was offered a dessert to go(not pictured) but I got the tiramisu and it was great. 10/10 recommend. Accepts tap to pay. I did not drink but the drink menu was amazing, with a great selection of cocktails and wines. read more

Cucina Colore - Entree: FARFALLE, Mocktail: Mulo FOCACCIA Bread and Oil - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Looks can be deceiving .... I have passed Cucina Colore sooo many times and not given it a second thought.... Last night I gave it a shot and it blew me away....the food is a 9/10. Everything was fresh and delicious. Vegetarians have a good selection as well. Will definitely come back read more

Cucina Colore - Baked artichoke fonduta and Arugula salad - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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We popped in for an early dinner last Sunday after a nail appointment across the street (the restaurant was pretty quiet) and OMG what a treat from start to finish. Our server Gabby was incredible. Perfectly attentive, super sweet and she had the best recommendations. We started with the focaccia and burrata - the oil that comes with the bread is divine. It was hard not to fill up on that right away. For our mains we ordered the Fettuccine, Campanelle, and the Margherita pizza. The bolognese sauce on the Fettuccine was hearty and tender. The lobster pieces in the Campanelle were delish. And the Margherita pizza exceeded my expectations - the wood fire makes a difference. We ended with a bread pudding. One of the best desserts I've had in a long time. We almost forgot our credit card and Gabby ran outside to rerun it to us - oops! The place was filling up as we were finishing up. Will definitely be returning! read more

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It's been a few years since I have been able to visit Cucina Colore. It was as expected if not better than I remembered it. Restaurant has a modern, elegant type of vibe. Very friendly staff who was welcoming and had a lot of attention to detail. Food was superb. I tried the chef's recommendation Pork Chop with a cherry glaze served with gnocchi and asparagus. Everything worked well together. Overall 10/10 experience and will recommend to anyone and we will be visiting again soon. read more

We had a lovely spontaneous late lunch/early dinner at Cucina Colore the other day. Hadn't been in several years. From the slightly upscale ambience of the physical surroundings, to the wonderful service of our waiters, it was a very special meal. Spouse loved the Italiano Sandwich. In fact he declared it almost as good as Parisi's Pizza Salad. After a discussion with the waiter, he recommended the Carciofi Salad, and then I added scallops. It was also terrific. Both of us left completely satisfied -- and didn't have to eat a single bite until the next day. So nice to be reminded about this gem of a restaurant, and look forward to our return trip whenever we have the chance! read more

Cucina Colore - Italiano Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Had a wonderful experience dining in at cucina, food was delicious as always but the highlight of the dinner was our server Stefani, charismatic, knowledgeable and some of the best service I've had! She had not only great menu knowledge including allergies, but disclosed what items were sold out and recommendations on what we wanted! read more

It pains me to write this, because we have eaten at Cucina Colore in Cherry Creek dozens of times over the years and have often recommended it and taken people there to introduce them. And I do not like to review a place based on one experience. But... On 05/27/24, we had one of the worst dining experiences we have ever had in Colorado. I will note it was the Memorial Day holiday. We were nicely seated and our waitress showed up. While she was explaining some things on the menu, my wife, Maria, said to her "Oh, we don't eat meat." She replied "Okay" or something along those lines. When it was time to order, Maria asked what was on the salmon sandwich. The server replied "Just what is listed on the menu." Not exactly helpful, but Maria ordered the salmon sandwich and our granddaughter got pasta with marinara and I ordered a salad. The place was not crowded - almost empty, really - but the food took its sweet time to come out. When it did, we asked for some more water as well. As soon as our server walked away, my wife picked up her sandwich and realized it was chicken, not salmon. She waited for the server to return, and when she did (without any water) my wife pointed out the error. Here's where it gets really sketchy. The server replied that she had written down a chicken sandwich and then said "Well, we can't go back in time to check who is right". I said to her that I believed she had written down chicken, but that was incorrect. She argued some more and made no move to take the chicken sandwich until my wife told her point-blank to take it back and bring the correct sandwich. While we had been waiting for our server to return, Maria had picked up a French fry from the plate to eat, and when the server picked up the plate, she told my wife to put the fry back on the plate! We were shocked. After a while the server came back again (the rest of us were almost done with our meals by then) and Maria asked to speak with the manager. The server left and stayed away. Eventually she went inside and told the check-in person to please send out the manager. My granddaughter and I finished our meals and still not sign of the server, the manager, or a salmon sandwich. Finally I went inside and stood by the bar, looking for someone who appeared to be in charge. A very nice young woman quickly came up to me and asked if I needed help and I told her I needed the manager immediately. She went to look and pretty soon the manager walked over. I told her she needed to go outside to the patio and speak with my wife. Maria explained everything and the manager made all the right comments, but she did not look like she cared very much. I realize that is a "read" on my part but it is what it is. When my wife told the manager that we were waiting for her a long time, her reply was that she was standing in the kitchen to bring the food out immediately. Really? It was a good 20 minutes; she had plenty of time to pop out and smooth things over, but she didn't. She offered us a free dessert and Maria said no, thank you. She offered the sandwich and fries to go, and Maria said no, thank you. Only then did the manager offer to comp the sandwich. However, it had already been at least 45 minutes and the rest of us were finished eating. My wife reiterated that she did not want the sandwich, just take it off and please bring the check. After a while longer, the server returned with the salmon sandwich(!) which my wife refused - a second time - and we again asked for the check. At this point the server denied that we told her we were vegetarian and said she had needed that one French fry back "to get your order out faster". WHAT??? She was unrepentant and snarky. Eventually a male server brought the check, and it did have both sandwiches removed. He was the only one to actually offer us a sincere apology and he was extremely nice. We never did get water or iced tea refills. We were so disappointed. Yes, mistakes happen. Heck, we weren't even angry about the incorrect order! Yes, people can have a bad day and I have no idea what is going on in that young lady's life. But to be argumentative and disrespectful to a customer is a non-starter. For a manger to ignore a problem until it is forced upon her, especially when the restaurant is mostly empty, is unacceptable. The place is still nice, with good patio seating. My granddaughter liked her pasta and my salad was fine. The prices, even in the age of inflation, are still reasonable (though they do add a mandatory 4% "gratuity" now). However, sadly, we are done with one of our once-favorite restaurants for a while. read more

Super excellent service during my first visit here! Our waitress recommended both of our first glasses of wine, and one of our entrees (we trust server opinions at spots like this, and we weren't disappointed). The bread (complimentary) was OH so good! We shared the orzo salad which was one of my favorite parts of the meal. I had the fettuccine (bolognese) and my boyfriend had the spaghettini (shrimp and scallops). His dish was a bit watery and not super flavorful for my pallet but he seemed to really like it. We ended the meal with the peach bread pudding which we demolished!! So so tasty. We made a reservation for 7pm on a Tuesday, but there were a lot of seats available. Nice music, minimalistic but romantic setting. I would go back! read more

Cucina Colore - Peach bread pudding - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Food and service are great but the prices have gotten out of control. $190 (with tip) for 2 adults and 2 kids (2 glasses of wine + 1 beer). Wife and I split an entree and salad. No desserts. And because they don't really have a kids menu, kids food was almost $50 (two bowls of noodles and sauce which is probably $5 in total cost to make). We loved taking our family here but not worth the price anymore. Many other places we can get the same meal (and quality) for +/- $100. read more

A must try! This is a comfort Italian cuisine experience that everyone should consider. Alongside their history, they carry a well curated menu with enough variety to choose from, and a vegetarian friendly options that won't disappoint you. One of the best pizza that I have ever tried in Denver which is closest to the NY street ones. Budget friendly and quick service too. Good for a date night or a quick bites. read more

Food is decent but the customer service is abhorrent . My husband and I order regularly from this restaurant, however this was our last time. This is the third non-consecutive time our order has been incorrect and we've been more than understanding. Tonight however, we called and spoke to the manager, Joseph, directly trying to remedy the situation. Joseph put all of the blame on the third party delivery driver even though the fault was on the restaurant. As this was the third time this EXACT issue has happened, I asked to speak with Joseph (the manager) directly and he was completely inflexible and did nothing to resolve the issue. Additionally, Liz, the hostess could have not been more rude and has zero place in the customer service industry. 0/10 would recommend this restaurant. read more

We've been going to Cucina Colore for years. The last two times we have found the food to lack seasoning especially garlic. In other words, the food is bland. read more

10/10/10 on food service and ambiance. But let's talk about the cuisine! (see photo). As a family owned restaurant who has celebrated 30 years, they still deliver! (Metaphorically)! Go for the classics, but always try their features! (Again, photo). Last night I enjoyed the Australian sea bass on creamy polenta with herbaceous grilled asparagus and fresh grape tomatoes. Just go! Okay? read more

Cucina Colore - So so so delicious - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Amazing atmosphere and quality food! I went here with a friend for a fun girls night out. We arrived with the dinner rush but were able to find a seat at the bar. Our waitress was nice and attentive! Very knowledgeable of the menu and even gave honest opinions (not liking mushrooms but highly recommended for people who do kind of thing). The first round of bread is complimentary so you know we had to order that! It was server with olive oil and spices :) I order the Conchiglie (shell noodles with broccoli, grill chicken, sun dried tomatoes (I had mine removed), in a pecorino cream sauce. I thought the sauce could have been a little thicker (it was soupy), but the taste and flavor was amazing! Very delicious and savory. Over all a great meal with wonderful service and a nice relaxing atmosphere! read more

Cucina Colore - Conchiglie - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Great food and great service! A perfect place for our neighborhood ladies luncheon. Our server even gladly gave us separate checks!

The food was excellent. I think we beat the rush as it was kind of dead inside when we arrived. Had some really personal service! Management stopped by to see how we were doing. The place is well decorated, modern and very clean. The menu has some creative and classic items. You won't be disappointed. read more

great food, very accommodating service, nice place! I have celiacs disease and our waitress was very knowledgeable! Quick service & relaxing read more

Cucina Colore - Chicken Marsala - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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I was surprised by this negative experience as I've eaten at CC three other times and enjoyed it. Perhaps there was a substitute chef. I had spaghetti that came with a couple of whole, stewed-looking tomatoes on top. To me, unappetizing and not in the description. The noodles were sitting in what appeared to be water, and the Parmesan cheese on top tasted sour. $38 and I couldn't eat more than a couple of bites. I don't know what else to say--perhaps the server could have asked what was wrong-- or noticed that the dish didn't look or smell right. Hard to imagine visiting CC again. read more