Fantastic! Order the Chef's Tasting Menu. It's a bit pricier than other items on the menu, but you get five small courses of the Chef's recommendations of the day. We had crepes stuffed with mushrooms, a salad with nuts & dates, a lasagne-type pasta, scallops and cheesecake. Delicious! I love that I can order this every time I come here and it will be something new and different. They have a nice wine menu and I ended up with a tasty glass of Cab. If you are here for Happy Hour or to eat at the bar, good luck! It is PACKED! Reservations at this place are a MUST! read more

UPDATE: I came here recently with an old friend and Panzano continues to blow me away. Their happy hour is amazing, they have outstanding service and accommodates large or small parties...all with style and class. i.love.this.place. read more

Their breakfast / brunch surpassed expectations! Make sure to order with your eyes not your stomach so you can share and sample across their savory and sweet decadent dishes. From fresh eggs seasoned with herbs and homemade hash to banana bread French toast - the main ingredient is pride in every way! read more

The Brussel sprouts were incredible.. I should have just stuck with these for my main course! The overall experience was nice but we both agreed the appetizers and drinks were the best. My recommendation: go down for a bite before you go out and get some drinks. Don't rely on this for your main meal read more

A wonderful spot for a brew and dinner too! This place was hooked to the hotel i was staying at in Denver the Monaco, so I ventured in to check out the beers on tap! Wow all locals, a super selection of other boozes as well! The bartenders were very friendly and talkative even though they were busy! Although I did not eat anything the dinners looked huge and amazing and the scent of the fresh baked on site bread tempted me to order a pre dinner snack! read more

Panzano - My local IPA about to be MIA - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

4.5 Service and food Our waitres was very nice, and talked really fast Wine by the glass options were good Cesar Salad was great read more

This little gem was second on our list for our Denver Restaurant Week excursions. I came around 5:40 to get a drink before our 6 p.m. reservation and was disappointed to learn that they ended happy hour at 5 instead of 6 during restaurant week. The bar was packed and I had to wait around 15 minutes just to order a glass of Rose. Still, it was really busy at the time so I can't fault them too much. Dinner was a 4-course meal of perfectly sized portions. The bread basket and tapenade that came first were delicious and boasted a selection of 4 different breads. I would have happily ate the whole basket on another day, but limited myself since I knew there was a lot of food to come. I started with the Cavolini di Bruxelles, and I think that was the highlight of the meal. You have never experienced the glory of brussels sprouts until you have tried these. Crispy, flaky, tossed with pistachios, and finished with fresh green apple slices, I could happily eat this every day of my life. The Zuppa di Giorno followed, which was a tomato and smoked mozzarella soup topped with basil oil. So good. The Vitello Osso Bucco came next, and while it was good, it paled in comparison to the other courses. The polenta was more grainy than I like and wasn't very flavorful. My dining companions all ordered the Pastiche, however, and that dish received rave reviews. For dessert, we all ordered something different so we could try them all. I had the Nocciola Torte which was my favorite. It wasn't overly sweet, was plated beautifully, and was light enough for me to get through even though I was stuffed to the max. The Tiramisu was excellent and the Budino di Caramello was very decadent. This has been my favorite Denver Restaurant Week menu thus far and will definitely be returning for happy hour in the near future! read more

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I LOVE great Italian food and Panzano does it very, very well. Before we get to the yummy stuff, let's talk atmosphere. Set in an upscale, multi-room space, Panzano offers a dimly-lit romantic feel. I would imagine groups could reserve certain spaces and make it an intimate affair. The bar is spacious, equipped with several TV's, a large wine list, and great beer and liquor selections. The service was decent, my "main" server was friendly and attentive but it lacked that one-to-one personalization with a few different people asking me how I was and bringing/refilling items. The food. Ugh. I must admit, I haven't tried a large selection of the menu because I found a favorite and stuck to that but I truly feel I need nothing more. Patische. Described as spicy meatballs layered with cheese tortellini and cinnamon custard it has a perfect balance of savory and sweet. The meat ragu compliments the custard perfectly and makes for an incredible symphony in your mouth. Ahhh. It comes in a little cast iron pot and is topped with a thyme, cheese crust. Use your left over bread to scoop up every last bit of your dish--if you've got the appetite! The portion was too large for me. Do yourself a favor, go. Now. read more

Panzano - Soooo good! - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Made it for the bar menu and it was excellent! Be sure to get the personal pizza. As you can tell from my photos they use fresh mozzarella and tomatoes, and their calamari is very good too. Enjoy! read more

This place totally blew me away. I was meeting a coworker for dinner. He was staying at the Hotel Monaco, and we decided to meet in their restaurant, Panzano, for a pre-dinner drink. The Lakers game was on, and we decided to stay and eat dinner there. We had no expectations of the place, but the food was pretty out-of-this-world. We ate like pigs. He started with soup, and I had the grilled caesar salad, which was prepared to perfection. I'm not sure exactly what they were, but we had some type of fried sweet potato appetizer. It melted in your mouth, and there was some sort of honey-based sauce that was magnificent for dipping. I don't know where else to start on what we ordered... rabbit gnocchi, scallops on risotto, short ribs, and more...... The rabbit gnocchi was probably the best. Each piece of pasta was perfectly soft, and the rabbit was freaking amazing. The scallops were cooked to perfection, but I actually didn't love the risotto itself. For dessert, we had panna cotta and carrot cake. To be honest, the desserts didn't blow us away. They were quite good, but they didn't live up to how amazing the dinner was. In any case, this place had a great vibe. We ate at the bar, and the bartenders were all super nice. Go here. Now. read more

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All-around an incredible must-enjoy for Downtown Denver... Definitely recommend starting with a reservation... followed by a delicious martini, complemented by their famous "Cavolini di Bruxelles" (fried brussels sprouts) and way-fresh bread (served with some kind of tapenade(?) that knocks your socks off!) My dinner was, "Pollo al Mars ala" --Chicken scallopini, truffle mushroom risotto, fried prosciutto.... wow--just wow! --and definitely ask the waiter to pair your dinner with a recommended wine! We finished off the night with "Selezione di Gelati e Sorbetti" -- a trio of delicious sorbets made in house -- perfect to cleanse the palate and call it a night! Recommend asking for a seat either at the bar where food is prepared (quite entertaining) or nearby -- excellent views of the entire restaurant.... and if possible, ask to meet Exec Chef Elise Wiggins -- she's quite incredible, talented, friendly and just a joy -- a gem for Denver! read more

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We came for happy hour. It was terrific! The service was great and the prices are seriously low for the caliber of food you are getting. We ordered all types of items off the menu and were definitely not disappointed.Each plate was perfectly prepared and presented. Order the Brussel sprouts! You will be glad you did. The service was terrific as well. Bottom Line: Stop in for a great happy hour feast and terrific cocktails. You won't be sorry! read more

Best happy hour in Denver hands down. mon-sun 230pm-6pm. HH is in lounge and bar only. Many drinks and food options for around $3-$7. I've had brunch here a bit pricey but very good selections. Other yelpers said they validate parking if you valet at Hotel Monaco next door. read more

Holy buckets! If you love Italian food, don't miss Panzano. We enjoy seeing the art of cooking so sat at the chef's bar; it's a finely choreographed dance as the team churns our meal after meal on a busy evening. We started our meal with the truffle risotto (vegetarian version) and the Brussels sprouts, which were topped with thinly sliced green apples. How is this not a thing elsewhere? The taste of the Brussels combined with the tartness of the apples was delectable. I opted for the mushroom ravioli, which was prepared al dente and topped with the perfect amount of sauce; the team lets the ingredients and preparation stand on their own rather than hiding behind too much sauce as so many other places do. My husband went with the cannolis, which were filled with bison ribs. The meal was accompanied by an assortment of breads, an olive tapenade, and olive oil. We each snagged a glass of red wine to accompany our respective dishes. Panzano boasts a nice selection of wines by the glass and bottle. We continue to rave about Panzano, and I have no doubt you will, too; don't miss it! read more

54stars to server who was friendly and remembered small requests. Friendly staff overall. 3 stars for the dish I got- Salmon entree with white beans. The salmon was nicely pan fried on one side but it was very well done and the server told me it would be cooked medium. Also, the beans had a hard texture like it was undercooked. I would not get this next time. 5 stars for the Brussels sprouts appetizer! Was so yummy. In addition, my gf got the eggplant parm type of dish and really enjoyed it. Also, heard the Cesar salad was yummy. I wouldn't necessarily come back to this restaurant if I were in the neighborhood again unless I was craving the Brussels sprouts! read more

Panzano - Lasagna with Bolognese sauce - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Good service and great food. Most of the other places we ate at in Denver had bad service but these guys do it right. The Bolognese was delicious! Perfect birthday dinner! read more

Panzano - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Oct 18, 2008 Satisfaction is equal to performance minus expectation. I think my recent visit to Florence (and the many wonderful dining experience there) has ruined my satisfaction with Italian restaurants in the U.S. The ambiance of the restaurant is more serious than I expected. It's a pretty big place with two visible kitchen areas. There is definitely a gap between the look-and-feel of the website to the establishment. It is clean, well kept, and the waiting staff is semi formally dressed. I started with the Insalada Arugula. It was fresh but way too salty. However, since I needed to additional salt for my marathon on the next day, I managed to finish most of it. My server, Libby, was young and a bit nervous for some reason. I am sure it wasn't my good looks. She did manage to finally explain to me the specials of the day. A nice woman. I decided to stay with something tested and true. Carbonara a la Panzano. The dish looked fantastic. To the restaurant's credit, it was very good too. The cured pancetta is flavorful and the hand made pasta was delicious. I will say that they kind of over did it on the olive oil. It was heavy and the pool of oil was visible when I was done with the dish. So why only three stars? Well, the two dishes I tried provided mixed results. The service was friendly but inexperienced. There were many male servers joking (inappropriately and loud) near the kitchen area. But my biggest problem is that I felt the place just took itself too serious for its own good. This isn't a steak/chop house like your Morton's or Lawry's. Maybe b/c it's attached to the hotel? I don't know. But to me, it was just okay. read more

Panzano - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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This restaurant is amazing. We were staying at the Monaco, after scouring Yelp for gluten free restaurants in Denver, assuming that Panzano wouldn't have anything for Celiac people. By chance I checked the website and saw gluten free menus right on Panzano's website! We decided to give it a try and go down for breakfast. I ordered the fried Brussels sprouts and Panzano eggs Benedict. Like others on Yelp, I was blown away. The Brussels sprouts, while a bit salty, were the best I've ever had. We make them at home ourselves, and they're delicious compared to anything else I've had, but this was beautifully flash fried, and the apples and apple cider reduction, dusted with pistachios was something to rave about, especially since they were gluten free. The Panzano eggs Benedict was incredible (see my photo). The polenta had a perfect crisp to it on top, I love sundried tomatoes, the pesto was classic and scrumptious. I really loved the twist on the traditional dish. It was a hearty portion. The flavors and quality of the dish were so good, I jumped on my phone and booked a dinner reservation on OpenTable for that night. Coffee? Well, I love a dark roast from Peet's. This wasn't that kind of smooth and robust, but it was good. Dinner was equally as impressive. The sundried tomato tapanade to go with their assortment of bread pleased me *very* much. It was hard not to consume all of it. We shared the Lamb polpettes appetizer, baked with pomodoro, goat cheese and mint pesto served with garlic herb buns (gluten free foccacia for my partner). To me, it was gluten free heaven. Usually gluten free is pretty dumbed down. This was outstanding -- other than some GF dishes at Davio's in Boston, and maybe Risotteria in NYC, this was the best gluten free food I've ever eaten. Shortly after, the waiter told us the chef is Celiac, so that explains it. I had the Pastiche (not gluten free). What a triumph. It was baked pasta layered with spicy meatballs, cheese tortellini and ragu topped with cinnamon custard and a savory thyme crust (see photo). I wish you could find something this outstanding in Boston's North End. Dessert was the only thing that disappointed. The blackberry tart's crust was mushy. The waiter took it off the check immediately. I have to say, Panzano made a /why not?/ trip to Denver a delight. Their food was a joyous find in Denver! read more

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Worst 'carbonara' I ever tasted in my life. Oily and extremely salty. Inedible. I talked to the manager and he gave me a full refund and anything I wished on the menu. I asked him specifically to please check with The chef to note my take on it as well as other yelp reviews; which some of them seem to have a similar experience. I would still say that I would definitely come back. read more

Panzano - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Soooo good! We had calamari (delicious!), Brussels sprouts (amazing!), and the meatballs (yummy!) to start. Our dinner was also great but the appetizers were the stars:) service was professional but a little hurried which kind of irritated me because this place ain't cheap AND we were sitting in the bar. I'd still go back:) read more

Panzano - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Went here with a friend on a Thursday night. It was super packed and loud! Not sure if it's because of the holiday season (12/3), but surprised how busy it was, especially around 8pm. Anyway, I ordered the Capesante (scallops w/ risotto), and they were delicious! My friend ordered the Ragu do Agnello (lamb pasta), but he was not too impressed with it. I also had a glass of their Zinfandel, and he had a glass of the Malbec. I would say the wine was pretty good. I thought the drink list being on an iPad was also a nice touch. I would recommend this place to Italian food lovers who are in the mood to splurge. read more

Panzano - The Capesante (scallops and risotto) Very good! - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I don't know if I have ever legitimately been blown away by a meal like I was with this place. The dishes I had were truly unique flavor and absolutely amazing. Started with the Insalata Di Funghi and had the Tonno Palermitana (Pan​ seared tuna, spring english pea puree, tomatoes, capers, kalamata olives, oregano) which was one of THE most beautiful looking dishes I have seen and the flavor left me absolutely speechless at lunch. SO FREAKING GOOD. I am wondering how I can have this dish more often!! Service was prompt and this place made for a very nice business lunch spot. Will absolutely be back again! read more

we have been going to Panzano's for years. The seasonal menu keeps the menu fresh. The service was perfect. They are always able to accommodate my Celiac (gluten issues). We will always go back. read more

Great atmosphere and fantastic food. I do like the fact that you can get something out of the ordinary if you are feeling more adventuresome --- but at the same time they have your traditional pasta dishes. The prices are slightly higher than I would expect, but overall still a great place for a date night, business dinner, etc... They also have a great breakfast and the wine list is pretty good too. read more

We've eaten here three times over the last three days! The staff is friendly and helpful with suggestions. We had the ribeye special and it was out of this world good! The specialty drinks are great too! Do not pass up the chicken and waffles and the Eggs Benedict Panzano. The polenta and pesto was so good we had it again the next day! The butterscotch pudding was also delicious! read more

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RAVE REVIEW HERE! Spent last night downtown, to celebrate the husband's birthday, and had breakfast here. The breakfast was terrific, had avocado toast and pancakes with sausage. Advanced yumminess! Then I noticed the very cool shirts that wait staff were wearing, and I asked my new friend Katie about them. She was saying they are great, they never stain, and don't wrinkle either. Get this: she went in the back, and gave one to my husband for his birthday!!! We will be back to the great Hotel Monaco, and the superb service of Panzanos! read more

Good spot but all the entrees were very heavy with no balance or relief. If you enjoy that type of food it's a good place but not the best Italian in the city. I love the environment and people that attend. read more

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Amazeballs is all I can say :) We had made a reseravation before arriving in Denver, than realized our hotel (a block away from Panzano) was on the street of the annual christmas parade! So we decided to watch the parade and just go late to Panzano, not using our reservation but as walk-ins. Well we went at about 8pm, 35 minutes late or so and said we had no reservation. After the gentleman explained they were all full and only bar spots were open we explained we indeed had a reservation but we're late. He then made arrangements & we were taken care of instantly- where else do you get that?! Not that I recommend being late but no one was rude or snobby. They instantly took our coats and sat us- our friendly server was a delight and the ambiance was charming. Our food was just to.die.for. My boyfriend had the veal, I had scallops & we shared calamari with a great bottle of red chianti. Overall the food, service, ambiance & location was just PERFECTO! :) Cant wait to come again! read more

Panzano - Scallops over Risotto & across the table, veal over mashed potatoes. - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

I was fortunate to have two good experiences at Panzano, all in the same weekend. My boyfriend's company chose Panzano for their annual holiday party this past weekend. I had never heard of it before but was excited after seeing what Yelp had to say. Because of the size of the party, we were set up downstairs with a nice spread of appetizers: prosciutto-wrapped breadsticks, a spread of various cheeses, crab cigars, and the pies de resistance...bacon-wrapped scallops. All were very good. Dinner was just ok, in my opinion. We had three options to choose from - again, large party = limited options. I got the Bistecca (steak) which came with mashed potatoes. It was tender and juicy, but notver flavorful. Boyfriend got the chicken which was pounded flat, battered then fried...and unfortunately, over cooked. That also came with mashed potatoes and wilted spinach. Overall, I'd say it wasn't bad, it wasn't impressive...and I'm sure his company paid $$$ per person. His company also paid for a room for the night...and we heard great things about their breakfast / brunch so since we were still around, we decided to give it a shot. First of all, bottomless bellinis?! Ok! They're so good, too. I got the pumpkin pancakes (which was a smaller serving than I anticipated) with a side of turkey sausage made in-house. The first ones came out coolish, so I kindly let our waiter know that they weren't hot and it was not a problem; he promptly took them back to the kitchen and asked for hot ones...they weren't just reheated, I got fresh, HOT turkey sausages. Much better. Boyfriend got the brunch special which was steak with sun dried tomato polenta, pesto, sunny side up eggs and arugula. He seemed pleased with his order. All in all, I'd say brunch was 4 stars, dinner was 2.5...maybe dinner is better when it's not in a group setting. I would definitely return for brunch and bellinis!! read more

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Everything we had here was absolutely amazing. Even the tap water was good. The server was good. His name was Pat and he was attentive but not overbearing. The carpaccio was DEVINE! The bruschetta was okay but the bread under it was not the best. The short ribs, polenta, and kale was DELICIOUS!! The Bolognese was yummy as well!! I would definitely recommend this place... oh yeah the tiramisu was good but nothing stood out about it read more

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Amazing happy hour menu!! Unlike some restaurants that create a happy hour menu using their cheapest dishes -- you can taste the best of Panazo at a fraction of the price (until 6pm). I stuffed my face and had a nice glass of wine for $20 -- Love it!! I highly recommend: --Crespelle Al Funghi ($5 at hh) -- amazing mushroom crepe with undeniable truffle flavor --Capesante ($7 at hh) -- seared giant scallop over a bed of prosciutto risotto. A small meal in itself --Cavolini Di Bruxelles ($5 at hh) -- I love Brussels sprouts but never had it served with apples -- such a nice crunch and favor contrast! read more

Panzano - Scallop, mushroom crepe, brussels sprouts -- all happy hour and totals under $20! - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Great little Italian restaurant in downtown Denver. Nice ambiance. I enjoyed watching the chefs prepare the dishes. The pasta was clearly made fresh and was the perfect texture! I had the Grano Arso and the Whipped Burrata. Both were delicious! I highly recommend this place. read more

Panzano - Grano Arso Pasta - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Great service! Our server let us know what was on the chef's tasting menu ahead of time to ensure we would enjoy it. We opted for individual entrees which were delicious! read more

I don't even like Italian food, since it's always tasted lackluster & lazy. Although pricey, their Bolognese is literally the best I've tasted in my whole life. Makes me almost want to rethink my evaluation about Italian food in general. (I won't... but this spot will definitely be the exception to my personal rule.) 10/10, would definitely recommend. Your taste buds won't be disappointed. read more

Very early family diners, restaurant staff shoved us to main drag hall table although not yet busy. As a test, I asked showcase cook staff for a redirect to cook-viewing table. He, sadly, not empowered to make happy customer accommodation, said "go to front desk." We quickly ate & bolted. During entire stay, all better table options remained open. Rather than a 3X dollar spend, we departed for friendlier environs. Friends, when restaurants fail, do not fret. Let the free market prevail. read more

Host: 3.0 Waitress: 3.3 Good- taste/presentation: 3.6 Property-decor/ambiance:3.0 Calamari and and roasted Brussels sprouts are are pop for happy hour menu. read more

Adorable place for a la carte sharing place! We had an adorable waitress who recommended just enough stuff for us! Posted some photos since it was our first time there!!! read more

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Service was friendly and efficient. The banana bread french toast was delicious and like nothing I've had before, definitely worth giving this restaurant a try! read more

We came to Panzano for a bachelorette dinner. The restaurant and wait staff were extremely accommodating with our group of 10. Service was efficient and friendly. I had the Caesar salad, brussels sprouts, and pasta with braised rabbit. Each dish was deep in flavor. The braised rabbit pasta wasn't for me, I decided, but it was still a high quality dish. Big portions, too! At the end of our meal, the waiter brought out complimentary tiramisu for the bride to share with the table. It was such a nice touch! read more

Spectacular Italian food and fabulous service. A great place to celebrate our 20th Anniversary. I arrived early and enjoyed a bit of Happy Hour in the bar, which was quite crowded on a post-workday evening. Excellent prices on well-made drinks. read more