Food was amazing! There were four of us and we had a wide variety of dishes. All of which were all…read moreexceptional. My partner had the carpe di pesce and could not stop raving about it! I had the margarita pizza and recommend it! We have all been to Italy and I would say this is very good Italian food! Downside: we walked in at 830 and were told that we had to order immediately because they closed at 9. We were rushed into ordering and it was a real bummer-being rushed to order is something you never want to experience when you are eating Italian of all things! The server was the manager and he was wonderful-but the urgency from the kitchen was not enjoyable. Just know that this is not the place you can have a leisurely Italian dinner if you get there at 830! Maybe 8 would be have been fine! But it definitely turned us off. There are so many places on Pearl to choose from!

Giving it a 2nd chance to this place and it has gotten way below my first experience. Staff are…read moregenuinely rude and intentionally wanted to make sure we are not welcomed. We wanted to talk to the manager and they refused to do that. There are HEALTH code violations which we will address to the health department in the county.

Solid, bountiful Italian-American dining…read more FOOD/DRINK - This is not Michelin-guide dining, but everything was flavorful and serviced in good-sized quantities. My Caesar Salad was good, and my Tuscan Pasta was spicy and nicely al dente. Garlic knots, with a plenitude of marinara to dip into, were excellent. There is a good-sized cocktail list, and a fair number of wines; we just went for a carafe of the house red, which was inexpensive and quite adequate. SERVICE: Friendly, if a little scattered and slow to respond. Food was prepped and served in a timely manner. AMBIANCE: The restaurant is huge, and decorated with classical Italian photos and travel posters. Nothing unusual with that. We were a party of seven wedged onto a six-top, which, coupled with the plenitude of glasses, plates for apps and salads and entrees, plus water bottles and wine carafes, made for a crowded dining experience. NET-NET - Having just returned from three weeks in Italy, this is very distinctly what Americans think of as Italian food. But there's nothing wrong with that, and it was all good and filling and flavorful. We've been here in the past as dinner before attending a stage show in Boulder. They do a good job, and we'll be back again.

The best thing about this place is the service. The food is standard Italian fare; we mostly get…read morethe homemade spaghetti. The prices are good, especially on Wednesday. The house salad is large and $7.50. The ambiance is nice; the music is good, and the art is classy. They treat their regulars well. My brother refuses to go here because he hates the Caesar salad. Dad seemed pleased by the eggplant Parmesan. I personally don't like the marinara sauce, but the tomato sauce is good. It always seems clean when we go.

This is my 4th time here. Two years in a row were Dine Denver a.k.a. Denver Restaurant week and…read morethey have a nice deal. This time I brought my parents and wife here for dinner. It's a classy Italian restaurant. From the outside it looks like an average place in a strip mall, but when you enter the walls, decor, and ambiance change and teleport you to Italy. Well done. The beer menu is legendary with tons of amazing beers. The wine selection is really good. All the food here is really good. I always get too full and can't have dessert. The salmon and lasagna are exquisite. I'll come back for those. Service is great, attentive and quick.

The hidden brown door in a large area. Just behind the door is a quiet escape…read more The ambiance is beautiful and very date-night-esque. The service is great, super sweet and friendly, did not pressure or rush us! The food was great, so great, no photos. Apps: We tried the seasonal salad which was refreshing, but too light on the dressing. Eggplant: nice and crispy with such a delicious sauce pairing Brussels Sprouts: i loved the apple inclusion. Food: Ciopinno: the broth was super nice and light. Delicious seafood bites, wish it came with more noodles and a soup spoon. Wild Boar Pappedelle: great thick sauce with perfectly cooked noodles Shrimp Scampi: literally delicious and lighter than a typical alfredo heavy. Penne Alla Vodka: disliked the subdried tomatoes but everything else was great. The scallops were also a bit rubbery. Just left them on the side. Desserts: Affogato: chose chocolate as my ice cream/gelato Tiramisu: lovely and light, wish it was a bit heavier on espresso Chocolate Mouse: decadent and chefs kiss ending to a dinner.

One of the best meals we've had in years, nothing compares to dining at Theo's. Every detail, every…read morebite, every pour was thought through on a level that few notice but everyone feels. The salad was beautiful, the wine selection spot-on, the service warm, and my swordfish was perfect. This is a 5-star experience priced so anyone can enjoy it. Don't miss this special spot, whether you're a local or visiting Estes Park from far away, stop in and order something new or one of his classics. You won't regret it.

Cute little French restaurant. Nice server. Limited indoor seating…read more Farinata ripiena alright reminded me of green onion pancake but not as good Celeriac parmigiana very unique strong butter cheese type noodles. Interesting Poultry rouge chicken; this was cooked well, Tasted good, hot, moist lemon Pavlova was amazing. Perfect consistency. Had a slight crunch which was nice

Had such a great experience at Stella's Cucina - everything we ordered was thoughtful, flavorful,…read moreand beautifully executed. We started with the Zuppe che s'incontrano, which was cozy and creative. The combination of sweet potato and leek with crispy textures and crème fraîche made it comforting but still elevated. The Tartare di Manzo was a standout--fresh wagyu with rich, balanced flavors from the quail egg, parmigiano, and béchamel. It felt indulgent without being too heavy. (This bite with the crisp of the potato the soft flavorful wagyu the parmigiano reggiano crips and quail egg was chefs kiss) For mains, the Brasato al Barolo was incredible. The short rib was perfectly tender with deep, rich flavor, and the smoked potato purée and polenta cake was perfectly seasoned, the cherry demi glacé made it such a satisfying dish. We also had the Risotto Funghi e Tartufo, which was earthy, creamy, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of truffle (not overpowering at all and the roasted mushroom medley was crispy and to die for. For dessert, the Crema Cotta al Pistacchio was the perfect finish--light, slightly nutty, and not overly sweet, with a great texture from the brûlée top and pistachio praline. The fruit was fresh and the entire dessert was perfectly balanced and proportioned. What really elevated the experience, though, was the manager Alessandro. He was incredibly welcoming and engaging, but also gave us the space to fully enjoy our meal and conversation. He was open to experience feedback from learning and development professionals and clearly passionate about every single detail of Stella's Cucina, which made the entire experience feel even more special and intentional. Our conversation was enjoyable, our meal impeccable, we will be back. Overall, you can tell there's real passion behind everything here, from the design, to the food, and especially the service. Would absolutely come back and highly recommend for a date night or a special night out.

Amazing. Here's what we got as a table of Vegetarians,…read more Risotto- Beautiful, balanced, perfect portion size Gnocchi- Fluffy, slightly chewy/sticky but melts in your mouth Maitake- Might be the winner, so beautiful especially the coffee and balsamic reduction with the Mushroom also an amazing puree Side of Potatoes- so good We got the Arancia Rossa Salata zero proof cocktail. Amazing. For Dessert we got Crema Cotta Al Pistachio- So balanced and beautiful, very very good soft and light Lingotto Al Cioccolato- Such a beautiful presentation, beautiful flavors from the sorbet, and rich chocolate Terra Misu- very fun, solid, our least favorite Our server was so amazing and personable, kind and fun. Ambiance is beautiful very fancy with beautiful brown colors, DJ set in the corner, perfect lighting. Pricing was solid too.

Catering Review For A 200 people wedding:…read more We cannot say enough amazing things about Jackie and the entire team at Pasta Jay's! From the very beginning, Jackie went above and beyond to make sure our wedding day was everything we hoped it would be. She was incredibly kind, helpful, responsive, and genuinely cared about making our day special. By the end of the night, Jackie didn't even feel like our caterer anymore--she felt like a friend. The food was absolutely incredible. Our guests could not stop talking about how good everything was, and we heard so many compliments throughout the night. Everything was fresh, delicious, and served perfectly. It's one thing to have great food at a restaurant, but Pasta Jay's somehow delivered that same quality and experience for a large wedding, which made the night even more memorable. What really stood out to us, though, was how much Jackie and her team cared. They were professional without ever feeling impersonal, and they made everything feel effortless for us. On a day that can be stressful with a million little things happening, it was such a relief knowing the catering was in such good hands. They took care of everything and allowed us to simply enjoy our wedding and our guests. Jackie also became such a wonderful part of our wedding experience. She was so personable and genuinely connected with us, our families, and our friends. Even after the wedding, she reached out with such kind words, and it really showed how much she puts into what she does. If you are considering Pasta Jay's for your wedding or any special event, stop looking--you found your caterer. The food, service, professionalism, and especially the people are all exceptional. We would choose Jackie and Pasta Jay's again in a heartbeat. Thank you, Jackie and the entire Pasta Jay's team, for helping make our wedding day so incredible! We are so grateful for everything you did for us and will always remember you as one of the people who helped make our day so special. Note our wedding served 200 people and the Pasta Jay team did NOT have one single hiccup!

Pasta Jay's was hopping on a Monday night. It's located in a nice location on Pearl Street among…read moreplenty of shops. There was seating at the bar, but just about every table was taken. I ordered Baked Lorenzo (linguine in a tomato cream sauce with crumbled sausage and parmigiano cheese). It came out way too hot, but once it cooled down, it was terrific. I didn't think I would eat the whole thing, but it tasted so good that I did. The salad was pretty good. The meals come with a bland garlic bread that needs more butter. The prices were fair considering Boulder is an expensive area. The staff was amazing. It was the best service that I've had in a long time. They had a lot of people working and multiple people checked on me to make sure everything was okay. Even though they were busy, everyone was kind and calm. The bartender was sweet and patient with me as I talked her ear off. lol This is a well-run restaurant.

I have visited twice with a private party and the food is always good. The staff is always very…read morenice but they were definitely understaffed as there was a long wait for food. Half of our group had finished their dessert before the other half was even able to order, despite arriving at the same time.

Bacco is a hidden gem in north Boulder! Every time we go the staff is amazing and the food is…read moredelicious. The scampetti and arancini were the perfect appetizers. For our mains we tried the ravioli special and got pollo saltimbocca. Both were delectable! We always end the meal with the tiramisu. You can't go wrong at this restaurant!

Really good pizza! Not a whole lot of choices, but the ones they do have they do very well. Crispy…read morebottom, but chewy enough to not be dry. The mushroom pizza is really tasty with the truffle drizzle. Very oily, but so good I didn't mind. The rest of the fam enjoyed the basic b. Again, greasy but tasty. The Avanti space is pretty cool. I like the food hall set up even though the pizza is probably the only thing I would eat. Everyone in the party could find something unique and enjoy the meal together! Upstairs has beautiful views and turns 21+ at 9pm. Loved that we could go super casual after hiking.

Delicious pizza and very cool location. Roof top to amazing views while enjoying NY pizza. Not too…read morelong a wait. Ordered the Annie with jalapeños. Super yummy.