Luca

We came to celebrate our anniversary The food and the staff were wonderful! This is a fantastic…read moreplace and a wonderful time not just for special occasions.

I have driven by the Odyssey along 6th Avenue for so many years, and I have always wanted to try it…read morebecause the exterior looks so cute, especially at night with people eating outside. I finally got to try it with my friend, and we had a great experience. The pasta was super flavorful, and the portions were absolutely huge. I loved my gnocchi so much! We split a Caesar salad (again huge portion for $10), which was a great starter. Definitely had that distinct anchovy taste that I feel other restaurants shy away from. I loved it. Service was very attentive. Our server, Alex, was kind and checked in on us often. The entire staff was so hospitable from the host at the entrance, to the server, to the others who kept checking in to make sure we had a great evening. The ambience was great. Cozy, clean, very Italian feeling. The restaurant had people in it, and it hit the sweet spot of busy but not overly crowded or loud, especially for a Tuesday night. Parking is on the street since the restaurant is on 6th Ave, but I easily found a spot and walked over. Happy to return!

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Gnocchi with Italian sausage, parpadelle with lamb shank, lobster ravioli and PEI Mussels...

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Tavernetta

4.5(981 reviews)

2.0 mi•Lodo, Northwest

My partner and I had an excellent dinner at Tavernetta recently. Our server, Luis, and our…read moresommelier (also named Luis) were both fantastic! They gave excellent recommendations. We started with the focaccia (with the ricotta and honey on the side) and it was so tasty. My partner doesn't normally like ricotta, but loved this dish! Then, we had the melon salad (very refreshing). We were celebrating our anniversary, and the staff brought out complimentary glasses of bubbly rosé, as well as their special dish, which were the stuffed squash blossoms. This was a really thoughtful touch! For mains, we ordered the tagliatelle with lobster (this dish had a tiny bit of spice, which was fine for us but might catch someone else off guard), and the lamb loin. Both were excellent. Overall, we had a great time! We found easy street parking nearby, as well. My only downside would be that, because this restaurant is so popular, there are lots of diners, which makes for a pretty loud atmosphere. However, this just speaks to how good everything is, so if you think about it, perhaps it's a good sign!

Tavernetta seems to be one of the more popular restaurants in Denver, and reservations were…read moresurprisingly difficult to find even 3-4 days ahead. I was eventually able to snag an 8 PM reservation on Sunday, which was a little late for us considering we had a very early flight the next morning. We came here Sunday evening after I finished the Boulderthon Half Marathon -- my second year running it. This time I was visiting Colorado with family who were here for the first time. Parking was actually much easier than expected. Since it was Sunday, we found free street parking around the corner, only about a three-minute walk away. One thing to know: Tavernetta's entrance is tucked around the corner rather than directly facing the street. You have to walk down what feels almost like a little corridor or alleyway to reach it -- see the photo. I was only able to reserve seating on the covered outdoor patio. Tavernetta definitely has a fine-dining feel, and the prices reflect that, but I wanted to see what all the hype was about since I'd never been before. For starters, we ordered the focaccia with ricotta and BC honey, which was an additional $4. The bread was very good, and I especially liked it with the ricotta and honey. It was flavorful without feeling too heavy. For the salad, we shared the Melone e Cetrioli for $18, with cucumber, watermelon, arugula, goat cheese, and black garlic vinaigrette. I chose it because the watermelon and cucumber sounded refreshing, and the goat cheese seemed lighter than some of the richer options on the menu. That turned out to be a good call. The arugula worked nicely with everything, and overall it was fresh, light, and not overly filling. For my main, I ordered the Rigatoni for $34 with lamb ragù and Pecorino Romano. I'd never had a lamb ragù before -- usually I've had beef -- so it was something different. There was more pasta than meat, but the lamb flavor still came through. I'd probably give the dish itself around a 7.5/10. Good and interesting, but not something that completely blew me away. Others at the table ordered the Tagliatelle for $38 with Maine lobster, Calabrian chili, preserved tomato, and celery. I tried some, and that one was excellent. It had a little heat, plenty of tomato and vegetable flavor, and the lobster worked really well with it. It was slightly creamy too. On second thought, I actually liked that dish more than my own -- probably around a 9/10. Service throughout the meal was very good, and I liked the little details too, including the very thin glassware they used for water. The whole experience definitely felt more polished and upscale. Overall, Tavernetta was expensive, but it felt like a genuine fine-dining experience. My own entrée wasn't spectacular enough for me to call the entire meal perfect, but several other parts of the meal were excellent, especially the focaccia and tagliatelle. It also made for a pretty satisfying post-race dinner after Boulderthon, when my legs were definitely feeling the miles. I'd gladly come back if I'm in Denver again -- and next time I might just order the tagliatelle myself. Last visited: September 27, 2026

0.3 mi•Alamo Placita, Southwest

Interior

Insalata Di Stagione

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Angelo’s Taverna

4.4(2k reviews)

My vodka chicken penne was so good and service was good. Reasonable pricing for the quality.read more

Angelo's happy hour & martinis are a routine staple! Specifically: chargrilled oysters & Olive…read moreGarden martini. Always a great vibe!

3.1 mi•Highland, Northwest

The Church of Pasta?

Pollo Angelito

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Spuntino

4.3(543 reviews)

Wow. Spuntino truly blew me away! Service here is INCREDIBLE. The staff truly know good…read morehospitality. Provided us with great recommendations. All of the dishes were unique, fresh, and delicious. I loved the Indian spices/flavors that came out in these traditional Italian dishes! Cappellini Aglio e Olio: 4/5 Gnocchi: 5/5 Burrata: 4.7/5 Arancini: 4.6/5 Great spot for a date night! Make a reservation ahead of time!

I really wanted to like this place because it is right around the corner from my house and I was…read morehoping to have a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood. However, I have dined here 5 times over the last 12 months and each time I have experienced 1) servers that neglect the solo diner and 2) lazy bartenders. All five times I have gone here, to both eat and drink, I have been sat at the bar. I normally enjoy the experience of sitting at a restaurant's bar, however the experiences at Spuntino have been unpleasant. 1) When you sit at the bar, they have a server attend to you instead of the bartender standing right in front of you. This would be fine except the server still has a full section in another portion of the restaurant and they tend to forget about their customers sitting at the bar. All five times I've ate here I've constantly had to flag down my server to order, get the check, have my drink that's sitting at the bar handed to me, order another round, etc., which greatly takes away from the dining experience. This leads into the lazy bartenders issue. 2) Despite sitting in front of the bartender as they make your drink, they refuse hand you your drink once it's made and instead will walk a longer distance to place your drink on the service well where it sits until your server comes to deliver it, which in most cases has taken 5-10 minutes. So you're sitting there staring at your drink watering down because the bartenders are too lazy to just hand it to you even though the drink ticket shows that the drink is for a customer sitting at the bar. There have been a handful of occasions where I've had to flag down another staff member to ask them to deliver my drink because my server hasn't come behind the bar and the bartenders will completely ignore you when you try to get their attention. I experienced these problems the first time I dined at Spuntino, and I've tried several times again hoping the experience would be different, but each time it has been the same which has been extremely disappointing and ultimately deterred me from wanting to dine and spend my money here.

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Special of the day, truffle pasta

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Pasta del Giorno ($33)

Bella Italia

4.4(322 reviews)

3.2 mi•Southeast

Best Italian food I've had in years! Small and cozy…read more... The service was a A+, unusual for a small family owned restaurant. We ordered an Italian Table Wine that was the perfect accompaniment to the delicious meals......AND..... the pizza was amazing! Bustling 'take out' business too for those with families to feed at home....yum.

The food was SO good. The 20" pizza was huge and so yummy. Side of marinera was 10/10 as well. Want…read moreto go back and try their pastas. The small Greek salad was also large & so yummy. Might order light cheese next time as it came with lots of feta. The house Italian dressing was perfect. We originally tried ordering online but the system couldn't confirm our order so I had to call in which was fine and less expensive as well for pick up! The inside is small but there are a few tables. It was pretty warm in there so unsure if I would want to go in and sit but we will be back for takeout for sure!

1.5 mi•Central Business District, CBD, Northwest

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Lasagna dish

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Panzano

4.3(1.3k reviews)

Is it weird the thing I remember most is the Butterscotch pudding? I don't know if it was that good…read moreand nostalgic, or the other stuff wasn't memorable. At the time, I enjoyed all the food including the Arrabiatta with Ricotta, Short Rib, Calamari, Charcuterri, Burrata, Tiramisu and Butterscotch Pudding (yeah, it deserves another mention). Service was 10 star! The staff taking care of our large party was great with bringing the food, clearing plates, and most importantly, bringing drinks, which were also good. That Carrot/Mezcal drink was a winner, as was the Long Island Iced Tea. After my trip, I even bought the cheapo Snak Pack of butterscotch putting for home, which wasn't the same as the masterpiece here. Still good though, as was the other food here! The only odd part was the trek to the men's room... I thought Ashton Kutcher was going to be in there laughing at me when I finally found it. Because of Punk'd, not because of other reasons to laugh at me in a Men's room.

I have been wanting to try Panzano out for years now, so I am glad the opportunity presented…read moreitself. Panzano is located inside the Hotel Monaco along 17th in downtown Denver. When you make reservations, and it is highly recommended that you do, there is an option to select a preset theatre menu option- Theatre Prix Fixe for $60 per person or the traditional menu option. The Theatre menu is the way to go for sure. For my first course, I selected the Insalata di Caesar. This is a very large portion of salad so be forewarned but it is also very good, so win-win. For the main course, I opted for the Pollo alla Milanese. Also, a huge plate of food. I was able to make two additional meals from the chicken. The tagliatelle was perfectly cooked and the sauce paired perfectly well with the breaded chicken. Perfetto! For dessert, I had to try the Budino di Caramello. The butterscotch was truly delectable. Our server and the staff at Panzano were amazing and checked in on us frequently. I highly recommend Panzano if you're in the area.

Dining Room

Cavolini di Bruxelles (fried brussels sprout, apple cider reduction, pistachio, rosemary salt, sliced green apple)--delish!

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Brussels sprouts

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant

4.4(2.4k reviews)

13.5 mi

Always love coming here whenever possible!…read more Food is always fantastic and so is the service!!

One of the best things about this restaurant is that it's locally owned, which is becoming harder…read moreand harder to find in the Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree area. The owners are actively involved in the community and consistently give back, especially by supporting local youth organizations and fundraisers. It's always nice to support a business that invests in the community it serves. Beyond that, the food is excellent. The menu offers a great selection of Italian favorites, from delicious pasta dishes to plenty of other options, and everything we've tried has been consistently flavorful and well prepared. They've expanded the restaurant, so there's much more seating than there used to be, and on a beautiful Colorado evening, the patio is a fantastic place to enjoy a meal. Whether you're dining in or grabbing takeout, the experience is always great. The service is consistently friendly, attentive, and professional. This is one of those local restaurants that keeps us coming back, and it's an easy recommendation for anyone looking for great Italian food and outstanding hospitality.

1.5 mi•Cherry Creek, Southeast

Warm cozy inviting ambiance

Eggplant Parmigiana

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Quality Italian

4.0(750 reviews)

Full bar

Gluten-free friendly

I went again but this time for dinner. It was only one other friend and myself and we were…read moreunfortunately sat at the corner back end of the restaurant. It wouldn't have been an issue except there was zero ventilation in that spot and it was so hot! I'm not taking this against the establishment as we were more than able to request another table, BUT, they were packed on this Friday evening---rightly so. The food was spectacular! I got the filet mignon, as a recommendation from my friend. Beautifully tender. We also got the brussel sprouts at his behest. The star of that night wwas the octopus though. $16 for this beautiful dish. I'm kicking myself the day after for not listening to my gut and just ordering a second serving. We got the whipped ricotta with Colorado honey and some bread on the side. It was hard not to look at other table's dishes. I'm coming back to try their cacio a pepe. When I went here for brunch, the servers would usually clean our table in between courses. This was not the case last night. I'm, once again, not taking this against this establishment because they reported being understaffed today and had apologized profusely. I would come here again and again.

$240 after tip for 4 Negroni's and one shared Chicken Parm Pizza. NO appetizers. NO dessert…read more The worst part was being charged $12 for bottled water after I specifically said we wanted tap water. We didn't even drink it. This isn't Disneyland. Don't bring people a $12 bottle they didn't order and quietly add it to the bill. I'm a bartender. A Negroni uses an ounce each of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. Even using Monkey 47, the ingredient cost is only $3 per drink, yet these were $25 each, plus a 20% tip. That's a 900% increase!!!! 900% An $88 pizza, $25 cocktails, and a forced $12 water is absurd. Restaurants can charge what they want, but customers deserve transparency. This is exactly why people are eating out less.

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Osteria Marco

4.1(2k reviews)

1.6 mi•Lodo, Northwest

Was visiting from out of town and stopped in to have a drink and some food and man a great time was…read morehad!! We will definitely be back on our next trip! A huge shout out to Blake for the outstanding service! The bar was absolutely packed, and Blake was constantly on the move, yet he never missed a beat. Even with the crowd and nonstop demands, he stayed friendly, attentive, and professional the entire time. Our drinks were spot on, service was quick, and somehow Blake managed to make everyone feel welcomed and taken care of. It's rare to find someone who can handle that level of pressure with such a positive attitude and genuine customer service. Thank you, Blake, for going above and beyond and helping make our night so enjoyable. Your hard work definitely did not go unnoticed, and it's employees like you that keep customers coming back! Hope to see you in the near future!!

We had reservations for 8PM on a Saturday night. When we got there, we were quickly taken to our…read moretable where we ordered calamari as appetizers, the carbonara and filet as our main entrees. We also ordered the carne pizza to-go to have back in the hotel. The calamari came out in record speed. We ate it with two types of dip sauces. Then about 40 minutes later our main entree's came. The carbonara was delicious. The noodles was so nice and puffy. The filet was okay. The seasoned sauce elevated the flavors. This location has a nice amount of booth seatings and low ambient to make the space feel more intimate and inviting.

Calamari

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Gaetano's

3.8(1.1k reviews)

3.2 mi•Northwest

Gaetano's sitting at 3.8 is a crime. I've been here over a dozen times, you don't rack up a streak…read morelike that for a mediocre restaurant. Pesto's unreal, steak's unreal, somehow both at once. Ignore anyone camped out in the 1,2,3,4-star section. Those guys are unhappy with everything, one bad breadstick, mad about their refill on diet coke with 5 extra lemons, and they are still 'thinking about it' three weeks later. That's who's dragging this score down. Not the food. I'm on visit thirteen and still going. Get the pesto, get the steak, ignore the guy who's still thinking about it.

This is one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Denver, located in the Highlands neighborhood…read more It's old school (originally opened in the 1930s) serving great authentic Italian food with an interesting history. Back in the 1950s & 60s it had a unique connection to organized crime & was known as a hub for mobsters. This is a lively place with a cool vibe playing music from the 50s, 60s & 70s. I especially enjoyed the Motown sound. Lots of windows, both booths & tables were comfy & cushioned. Jack was our server & he was very friendly & attentive. We arrived for Brunch on a Sunday afternoon & the place was busy. We had Cheese Bread with Marinara, Lasagna & Chicken Parmigiana. Our dishes were delicious! The bread was a meal in its self with a really tasty sauce. The lasagna was very good as well but the parmigiana was even better...crispy flavorful chicken. What tied all this together was the scrumptious red sauce used in everything we ate. It was awesome with a spicy kick. This was an amazing meal & I look forward to trying some of their dishes from the dinner menu like the Lobster Ravioli & the Chicken Marsala.

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Cabernet Sauvignon

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Natalie B.

3 years ago

What an incredible disappointment this place has become and frankly, I'm wondering how much longer Frank Bonanno will remain a respected restauranteur in Denver. My fiancé and his father have been diehards of Bonanno Concepts for years and then the pandemic hit. It is our understanding that much of the staff was not paid out tips that were due to them when Denver went into lock down. Despite what we heard - we ordered takeout weekly from Luca throughout lockdown. When everything re-opened, we continued to be patrons despite the fee to reserve a table and despite the automatic 22% gratuity being added to the bill DESPITE the level of service provided. But I think we've had our last meal at Bonanno Concepts after our last 2 experiences. Over the holidays, we went to a Christmas concert on capital hill and stopped by Luca to grab a bite at 9:30p - the restaurant closed at 10p and was empty. The hostess was annoyed that we showed up to dine there and told us she would seat us but we had to order in 10 minutes and be out when they closed. The waiter told us the same thing and basically said it was not his fault but the policy of the restaurant. Although we were given the service you could receive at Taco Bell - we still paid Luca prices + a 22% gratuity. We figured they were having a bad night - all places do after all, and we went back tonight to celebrate my fiancé's birthday. We had a 6p reservation, we ordered drinks, wine, apps, first course, and second course. We told the waiter we were thinking about having our wedding reception there and asked for more info on renting out the restaurant. After the waiter packed up our leftovers to go, he came to the table and said "so would you like the check?". Shocked by the question, I said we would like to order dessert for my fiancé's birthday. The waiter responded fine, we needed to make a decision immediately because we could only have the table for 10 more minutes! What??!! He came back a few minutes later and we told him no thank you to dessert and that we would never be back to the restaurant again, because it was RIDICULOUS to tell us we had 10 MINUTES for dessert? What restaurant does that? I asked him to remove the gratuity from the bill and bring me the check. He came back and said they could make an exception this time for us to stay for dessert?!! What the actual hell kind of service is that?! We had literally been in the restaurant for an hour and 15 minutes when we assumed it was OK to go ahead and order dessert. We said no thank you. The manager then came running over as we were signing the bill apologizing and insisting to buy us dessert. Again we said NO THANK YOU and she put a to go package of tiramisu down on the table. We left without it and will never go back. Frank Bonanno has lost his mind if he thinks these types of ridiculous and rigid policies will keep people coming to his restaurants the way they did before the pandemic. Such an incredible disappointment. read more

Kristin J.

10 years ago

I used to live in Switzerland. If you know anything about Geography, then you know that I will know what REAL Italian food tastes like. I've been to Italy a lot. And many of my friends are Italians. Lucas was a wonderful experience. The Food was divine. I have seldomly eaten Pasta that was that good. I wanted to bathe in it... We had 6 different ones, because it all looked so appetizing... The Bolognaise was REAL Bolognaise. But with a twist, with duck meat. OMG. Absolutely brilliant. I would have to say that't the best Bolognaise I've ever eaten. The noodles were perfect. Al Dente - not overcooked, with a slightly rough texture so lots of sauce clung to them. The steak was also on point, I ordered it rare and it was perfect. Presentation was beautiful and I cannot wait to go there again and try something else as well. The only reason I am giving a high noise level, is because there was a woman and a man in there next to us, who were really loud. And after they had left. It was quiet and we were actually able to hear what our server (Sarah) told us about each individual dish. This one is a must! You will not be disappointed! read more

Joan B.

3 years ago

I attended a block party outdoors on 7th Avenue where Chef Bonnano's restaurants hosted a with gathering of tastes and samples from his several restaurants. Sean from Luca d'Italia made my evening especially fun when, upon learning I had to dine gluten-free, he offered to make gluten-free pizza and serve it to me. It was truly the best gluten-free pizza I have ever tasted. He and Bria who hosted their restaurant booth, were totally charming -- and, in fact, made my evening. If they had not been so kind and generous the event would not have been such a fun and delicious experience, as the offerings at the event were mostly not gluten-free. They made two other gluten-free pizzas, which I recommend, even if eating gluten-free is not a requirement for you. My kudos and many thanks. read more

Indiana L.

Elite 26 All-Star

269

1307

2 years ago

We came here to celebrate my best friend's birthday, and we absolutely loved the experience. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a complimentary glass of Chardonnay, which was a lovely touch. The service was spectacular from the moment we walked in the door. We chose the "Taste of Luca," which featured a variety of delicious dishes that truly impressed us. The staff even packed our leftovers without us needing to ask, and they made a point to inquire about our thoughts on each dish. To top it off, our waiter surprised my best friend with a complimentary drink for her birthday. Overall, it was an unforgettable celebration, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. read more

Betsy M.

118

8 years ago

Amazing food! Best Italian happy hour I know of! I wish I took pictures, but it wouldn't have done justice for how yummy every dish was! I am still dreaming about the bolognese and pizza. We tried the meatballs, olives, burrata, pizza, bolognese, mushroom pasta, brussel sprouts and calamari. All delicious, but I recommend the burrata (house made) and bolognese! Don't forget that the happy hour is all day Sunday. I'm sure the other dishes on the main menu are just as wonderful! The ambiance and service were top notch, too! read more

Jack C.

13 years ago

The service was very good. Wait staff was prompt and courteous. The menu was very unique, with excellent options and variety. While very creative, it is not inexpensive, however, it is not outrageous. The food was very good. The portions are what you would expect from a high-end culinary experience. If you are looking for the "never-ending-pasta-bowl" this is not your place. If you are seeking a wonderful meal, that is not rushed and will provide a great experience for your taste-buds, then this is a great option. read more

Mick J.

10 years ago

Oh , praise the non-existent god! This restaurant is absolutely divine! Sarah , our server , proved to be knowledgeable and very courteous. Absolutely amazing . Everything was plated impeccably and from the tuna Tatar to the bone marrow ravioli , and aged new York strip was AMAZING! I'd propose to the chef if I weren't already married. I cannot praise this restaurant enough. We came in at a quarter past nine , they close at ten and stayed open to accommodate us . We're definitely coming back! read more

Sophie C.

9 years ago

Came here for an early Valentine's dinner! Wow. The food was beautifully plated and flavors were balanced. But I was most amazed by the service. My friend and I had MJ as our server. She was an incredible server with an infectious personality. Really made the night special. Her house made cello was delicious. Her passion for her job really came through. What an amazing night. We will come back again and again. read more

Paige C.

13 years ago

Went last night with 3 couples. The food is sooo good - we all were feeling like we'd left Denver and were in a city known for more than great steaks. Tuna was easily best I've had in Denver. Wine choices were extensive - we had an amazing Amarone. Overall, top experience and expensive, for the usual Denver meal. Put this against rest of world and it was comparable to having a great dinner and it's not crazy. read more

Katelyn G.

13 years ago

Ted G.

5 years ago

I went to Luca's with my girlfriend for our anniversary. This place is horrible. It has a bad name. The staff is rude and it is poorly managed. The food is bland and greasy. It looked like it was frozen and then microwaved. They also require a vaccine in order to eat their stale food. Divest from organizations that are requiring injections of their employees and their customers. I would never go back. read more

Seth G.

13 years ago

I was not dissapointed. I shared everything at the table with my two other diners, and everything tasted great. Do expect to pay about 50-60 dollars per person on entree, salad and wine. I felt that the appetizer prices were a bit pricey for the amount of food you received. But what I did receive was wonderful. This would be a great place to have an intimate celebration or anniversary dinner. read more

Isaiah C.

13 years ago

Went here on a Thursday night for dinner and it was great! Tables fill up quickly, but didn't feel crowded. The waitstaff was great, knowledgable and friendly. Didn't feel rushed. The table ordered the italian meat and cheese plates, a few pasta dishes, and for the main courses there was Char, Duck and Pork belly ordered. the whole part was happy with their meals. read more

Gregory V.

13 years ago

This place has bl eh food and is very over priced. The only people in the entire restaurant are are rich white people. Even the wait staff are stuck up white people. The food is pretty gross, the pork belly was so salty I could not even eat it. This place try to be a fancy new york city restaurant, but it fails completely. don't waste the money read more

Alexa D.

13 years ago

From the minute we walked in the door I knew that we were in for a fantastic evening. Gracious service, very knowledgeable staff & creative and delicious food. Our table of four thoroughly enjoyed all of our selections. I have been here a couple of times in the past, but now Luca is near the top of my list of favorites! read more

Oscar B.

13 years ago

Karyn C.

10 months ago

It was not good. We hadn't been there in the past couple of years, & seeing it made me reach out & make a reservation. We were sorely disappointed. Tiny portions, so that spending $200+ without alcohol, we left hungry. It joins Mizuna as NEVER AGAIN. And did I mention we eat Out 7 nights a week? read more

Mehran F.

Elite 22

813

428

14 years ago

lovely place. was here last year too. the set menu is a bit too much and heavy... the sea urchin risotto, delicious. clientele seem to be really nice. i was sitting at the bar so had a good chat with people on right and left of me. recommended. read more

Adrian F.

13 years ago

We've eaten at Luca many times, and we are never disappointed. The food is exquisite, the wait staff efficient and personable, and the ambiance delightful. This is always my pick when we have a special occasion or friends we want to treat. read more

Lauren K.

14 years ago

My husband and I wanted to try a new place to dine and went to Luca D'Italia first time last week. Great restaurant with delicious food and great atmosphere. A little bit pricey but definitely worth it. read more

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(517 reviews)

THE CHARM IS GONE --bring Danny back to train the current horrible waitstaff…read more We've been loyal customers for 20 years, but last night we experienced terrible service, even though the restaurant was somewhat empty for a Friday. After our food arrived, we couldn't get our waiter's attention. When he finally rushed over, he just handed us the check without asking if we wanted dessert or anything else. We tried to order an extra meal to take home, but he claimed it would take 30 minutes because they were "a very busy restaurant." I called BS as there were plenty of empty tables, but he clearly didn't care. It makes no sense for staff to rush customers out and actively discourage them from spending more money. While the food is still good, this place is definitely not the same anymore.

Such a fun neighborhood place, featuring Italian options in a cozy environment at good prices…read more Tucked away on a street corner in a vibrant part of Park Hill, The Cherry Tomato works so well. This is one of my favorite places in Denver. Grateful to Elena and Matt for all their assistance and excellent custoner service. Enjoyed my Seared Salmon dish, loved sampling others, and the salads were great. This is a terrific place to bring family and friends.

La Vietta Trattoria

4.3

(27 reviews)

I came for the environment and will be coming back for the hospitality & food. Absolutely wonderful…read moreexperience. My plans changed and I arrived an hour ahead of my reservation. Despite being completely okay with waiting til my reservation time, I was promptly greeted & sat by Denise. She struck up a conversation whilst sitting me & even checked on me towards the end of my dinner. I was sat at the bar and Kenny was the bartender. I started off with the crodino spritz. It turned out to be a great pairing with the entire meal. Kenny was wonderful and gave a great recommendation for the Ravioli. The ravioli sauce was the best part of the dish. The ravioli itself was great and is something I'd order again. The only note to somebody ordering it is the portion size is rather small. However, if you're ordering an appetizer it's a great pairing. Despite being very busy with continuous tickets rolling in, Kenny kept up the great service and cleared my plates, refilled my water, and checked on me multiple times throughout my meal. After I'd finished the ravioli and decided it wasn't enough. I decided on trying one of the appetizers. Rudolph assisted with ordering and gave me the recommendation for the Carpaccio. I'd argue it was better than the Ravioli. It was extremely light & refreshing, and an amazing pairing post Ravioli. I noticed he was also assisting with what I can guess was restocking clean dishes, so massive respect to him for that. Team work makes it all! Finishing off with the Tiramisu & cappuccino. Both were great & the cappuccino espresso wasn't burnt and was arguably perfect, along with the milk foam. Total for the appetizer, entree, dessert, & mocktail was just under $60 which I was more than happy to pay. Overall an amazing experience and I will be coming back when in Denver again. The environment is amazing alongside the hospitality and food. My compliments to the entire team in the kitchen & everybody who made it such a great experience.

Had a delicious & relaxing dinner here while visiting Denver. Payton and Rudolph provided truly…read moreexceptional service. I had the lasagna alla bolognese and terrina di verdure. The vegetables were cooked perfectly. The meat sauce in the lasagna was very good. It's safe to say my plates were cleared!

Bruno's Italian Bistro

4.3

(258 reviews)

Some of the best Italian food I've had in a while. Bruno and the other servers were all so kind…read more And the ambiance was very cozy. We will be back!!

Bruno's is a really cute family owned restaurant in Denver. The place feels warm and welcoming. I…read moredo like that the menu is somewhat small because it shows they aren't trying to do too much. The fettuccine Alfredo was delicious. I like that there was enough sauce. It does come with a lot of food. The bread is also really good. Service is friendly. All in all, it's a great spot if you want a quick pasta dish.

Olivia

4.6

(309 reviews)

We had reservations for four on a Saturday night at 7:30. The hostess was lovely. After we were…read moreseated in a comfortable booth with nice, warm lighting, it took a bit to be greeted by our server. When he did get to us, he never introduced himself, which was surprising at a restaurant of this caliber. We had to ask Miguel, the Somm, what his name was. Turns out Tim was lovely and took good care of us. Miguel too, as he answered our questions about the wine and was very helpful in choosing a great bottle for us. We elected not to do the tasting menu and order a la carte. We ended up ordering the perfect amount of food for the four of us (parents and adult children). Here is what we ordered and what we thought: Burrata - The special pesto of the night was a shishito pepper and sesame seed one that was unique and excellent. With the yummy bread served with it, we ate and sopped up every bit. Crispy Pork Terrine - such a different way to make a terrine that really worked. We all loved it! I just wish there were a few more peach slices on the dish. Rainbow Trout Spiedini - Oh my gosh this was a surprise! It was probably our favorite bite of the night. It comes with three pieces, but Tim added another so we could each have our own skewer. I would order this for my main next time. So fresh, not at all fishy, and the salsa verde was fantastic. Eggplant Parmesan - it was good but didn't stand out like the other dishes we ordered. Sweet Corn Anolini - since it was sweet corn season, this dish hit on all levels. I think it was gone in two minutes. Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese - don't think heavy red sauce here. This version is authentic, light, well balanced, and so flavorful. It was absolutely delicious! Baked Cookie - I'm a fan of browned butter in any baked good, but this cookie needed more sugar. It was barely sweet. This place is pricey for sure. Even though we loved the pastas and they are obviously homemade, $36 and $37 for the amount of pasta served is a bit much. And $9 for a cookie? We would go back though.

Favorites: (1) strawberry bianco cocktail - I literally said "this is so good" every time I took a…read moresip. (2) anolini pasta on the tasting menu (with wine pairing. (3) crispy pork terrine. Everything we ordered was so delicious. Every order comes with focaccia. I think that the à la carte small plate options stood out as more worthwhile to me over the focaccia accompaniments. Outstanding menu curation that was unique enough to offer great assortment and narrow enough to feel like you explored every section. Truly spectacular service to service such care for the food. This cannot be said enough for Denver restaurants, often finding reviews of the food outweighs the service every time. Not at Olivia. The som who outlined our pairings in the tasting menu was knowledgeable, kind, and passionate. The location threw us off a bit when entering, but you're quickly wrapped into your own pseudo-Italian trattoria. What an experience.

Trattoria Stella

4.0

(593 reviews)

Reliable and welcoming, this place is delightful. Their airplane chicken is worth the wait, the…read morebread pudding dessert is almost sinful it's so good. Brunch is awesome, as well. Servers are helpful and knowledgeable about the menu.

We had a medium party of 7 on a Monday night (thanks for being open on a Monday!) We had a nice…read moreseating on open patio. The star of the night was our server, Kamryn-- she was fantastic, and although she admitted not being too busy, she went out of her way to accommodate our table in several ways. The prices were reasonable, the pastas solid. My wife and I ordered the salad with crispy prosciutto and a chicken pasta special with burrata-- our server split them for us, nice portions no extra charge. Also a couple wine BTG tastes, always appreciated. We also had a cheesecake that looked great on display and was indeed good, enough to take home for another bite.

Jovanina's Broken Italian

4.2

(528 reviews)

An Italian experience with all the right vibes at @javanineresto…read more From the moment we walked in, everything felt so charming and elevated. We enjoyed incredible dishes, delicious cocktails, and such great service--all while being seated in the cutest little nook by the window I'm honestly so bummed I didn't get the chance to explore the cave area of the restaurant, but that just gives me another reason to come back! Beautiful atmosphere, amazing food, great drinks, and an experience that felt like a little escape. Definitely one for the books!

Jovanina's Broken Italian was incredible. We sat downstairs with some wine and immediately became…read moreemotionally attached to the focaccia. The Oysters Rockefeller were amazing and the drinks were fantastic. Courtney, our server, described the menu like an actual poet. Honestly, she could've sold us anything. She alone is 100% a reason we'll be back. Finished with an incredible espresso martini because apparently we make excellent decisions.

Bar Dough

4.0

(762 reviews)