Ambience and service was decent. Food was ok at best. We had Margarita pizza, pasta and focaccia. All of those were very mediocre. read more

Food is amazing every time it's perfect and very reasonable priced. Ask for Brain to serve you as he always exceeds my expectations and his level of service goes way beyond the norm of excellent service!! read more

Panzano was a magical time! My friend hosted her birthday dinner here on a Wednesday evening, and I realized it'd been awhile since I dined at an upscale restaurant. The service, as many other Yelpers have attested to, was unrivaled. From the wait staff to the kitchen, we felt so catered-to and that in itself would be a reason I come back. The menu seemed relatively limited, but everything sounded delicious, so I probably would have been overwhelmed if there were many more options. I ended up getting the Romagna dish (pasta with prosciutto, peas, truffle crema, chives) and wish I added prawns, but I'll remember this lesson for next time. Every bite was perfect, and I often dream about it. Wine selection is fantastic. We celebrated with champagne and a few bottles of red and wine. Having been to Italy for my honeymoon, I'm usually nervous to eat at Italian restaurants in the US, but this one exceeded all expectations. Definitely make reservations, stop by for happy hour, and build rapport with the wait staff. You're guaranteed to have a great time! read more

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Excellent! The gluten free bolognese was absolutely delicious! It was a huge portion and very flavorful! So happy to find a place with an impressive gluten free menu (especially pasta options). My husband had the gnocchi and said it was great as well! Would definitely go back. Great service and the meals came out quick! read more

GREAT happy hour. Located near the 16th street mall, I have wanted to stop in here for a while. The service was fantastic but again, the happy hour menu!!!! Will be back ASAP! read more

Panzano - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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We had a very nice dinner here. The food was good and the service was friendly and prompt. Nice cozy and comfortable decor. The food was consistently good, everything was delicious. Kudos especially on the butterscotch budino! read more

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Absolutely amazing from start to finish - there wasn't one thing we ate that we didn't think was phenomenal. Highly recommend the Brussels sprouts, chicken Milanese, calamari, elk and the lobster arancini. Must try place !!! Our waiter was also amazing - so helpful and insightful. Brian was the fckin best read more

My mom and I happened upon Panzano because we were staying in the hotel where the restaurant is located. The service was very good, but the sommelier was just OK honestly. The wine list was expensive and impressive, especially their section of interesting reds. The cocktails were also delicious. I had the espresso martini and my mom had a vodka drink that I forget the name of. Both were very well-made! For food, we started with the cheese plate. Two of the three cheeses were delicious, but the third was simply a mozzarella. That left something to be desired. For an appetizer, we also had the buratta and tomato bruschetta. This was The most delicious dish we had the entire evening! It is very simple, but it is addictive! We cannot recommend it enough. The corn soup was one of the seasonal specials. It was extremely delicious! It was light and refreshing, but sweet and satisfying. We also ordered the amatriciana and scallops with risotto. The scallops were expertly prepared. They were crispy on the outside, but tender and cooked through on the inside. The spaghetti was very well-cooked, but it was quite simple. We decided to skip out on dessert because we were pretty full. Overall, I think we will try a new place next time we are in town. I'm giving this restaurant four stars because some of the dishes were good, but not great. The service was very good! read more

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This place is solid. We ordered the Salsiccia pizza and pasta. The pizza was very good. The meatballs were also really good. I wasn't a huge fan of the pasta. The ambiance in here is awesome. It is a pricey restaurant. The wine was pretty good. read more

Panzano - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Incredible service. Food was even better! Loved the arancini and chicken Milanese! Cozy but not pretentious.

The perfect place for a date night, family dinner, or a bite out with girlfriends. The wine selection was vast, and the server was knowledgeable and helpful when deciding which bottle to get. I ordered the ricotta gnocchi with lamb and was impressed with both the presentation and taste! Will be back for sure! read more

Had the roasted Brussel sprouts with apple and pistachio and they were fabulous. The chicken piccata was also killer! Staff and my waiter were all great. 5 star+ read more

Greatly enjoyed Panzano! Visiting Denver for work, and needed a quiet spot for dinner for one. The large windows of the restaurant welcomed me in, and the restaurant had a cozy feel. The service was impeccable. Waiter was attentive and made great recommendations. Food was fantastic. First course was the house made bread service, served warm with both butter and olive oil. Focaccia bread was heavenly!! Then had the cream of carrot soup. Definitely comfort food. Bolognese was also a treat. The sauce had warm spice flavor to it that was so welcome compared to the usual, plain tomato sauce. For dessert, a banana caramel tart. Melt in your mouth delicious! So glad I stopped! read more

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We recently had the opportunity to visit Panzano in downtown Denver for dinner as an old friend was in Denver on business and wanted to meet there. We had never been, though several years ago had the opportunity to dine in Denver more frequently. My absolute first comment I'd like to make is to congratulate the staff members for such extremely professional and fantastic service. It's been a while since I have seen a team like that in this state. We had 3 in our party and some sharing happened so we could sample more items. We all enjoyed our drinks completely. My prosecco was perfect. As was my husbands Malbec. The house Focaccia was excellent. The Frito Misto was very good. The Caesar salads among us were very ordinary, though the anchovy was a nice touch. My seafood ravioli was rather bland, though the lobster chunks in the butter sauce very nice and the best part. My husband's Veal Saltimbocca was very attractive, though it did not seem like Veal Saltimbocca at all, more like a light beef steak wrapped in bacon, thick sliced like a filet mignon but a bit tough to cut. All Veal Saltimboccas I have had in the past were of very pale meat, thinly sliced and pounded even thinner and stuffed with the prosciutto in a rolled or folded over style with the sage leaf on top. Indeed the sage was on top here but the meat layer very thick causing the prosciutto to overcook. The desserts were a hit, my husband's caramel budino very nice, my cinnamon pannacotta a bit denser than most, but beautifully flavored and garnished with incredible crispy bits of chopped apples that had been caramelized. Our friend had the sorbets, but opted to make it a duo of favorite flavors rather than the trio preselected as one flavor he does not care for so instead took two of his favorite. This was not porblem though, as I have said, the service staff made everything so easy. My decaf espresso shot to end the meal was quite good, my husband enjoyed his coffee and our friend, his port. Clearly a nice option to eat here, especially if you are in any of the neighboring hotels on business. There were several large groups that night and it seemed the staff was well covering those tables as well as our cozy booth.. read more

Excellent northern Italian food. Excellent wine list. Their bread is made in house. The servers are very knowledgeable. The kitchen is wide open but it is not that loud. read more

Wow! Looking for Italian downtown Denver - look no further! Get yourself a reservation and be prepared for a fantastic experience. Wait staff is super knowledgeable and attentive. Highly recommend the carrot risotto and for dessert the tiramisu! read more

What a brilliant place. Aside from a hospitable Ryan, who took great care of us, everything we had from the menu (albeit over 2 meals) was wonderful. Caesar salad, burrata and beets salad, mushroom pizza, gnocchi with braised lamb ragu, and finally, the tiramisu. We were in Denver for 3 days, and this place was the best eats we had. read more

Wait, What!?!? I haven't reviewed Panzano yet? Opps! I have loved this place for years. It's a go-to for downtown client lunches and friend meetups. Going on a date? Panzano! I even hosted my out-of-towners pre-wedding gathering here in a private room they have off to the side for just such occasions. Situated alongside the Hotel Monaco, Panzano serves up a variety of great meal options, solid happy hours, and as of my last visit a $30 pre fix lunch special that did not disappoint. Great spot, wonderful staff, right in the heart of downtown. Solid. read more

Truly the best Brussels sprouts I've ever had in my life. We got a tasting menu which was curated by the chef and every dish was incredible. They have a wine pairing add on where they hand pick a wine to pair with each course and every wine they picked was also wonderfully matched. The table setting was nice and rotated every dish in a very professional and efficient manner. They were even accommodating for our dietary restrictions. I can't recommend this place enough read more

The food was excellent. The service was sub par. I appreciate the restaurant employ older servers - it feels comfortable. However, he was not engaging. He did not check on us during the entire one hour. It started out badly when we asked him to repeat the specials of the day. He showed impatience and we could not understand his European accent. The decor is beautiful. We enjoyed the atmosphere - we just wished we had another server. Our bus boy was more engaging. read more

Small dinner menu but overall great food. We enjoyed the calamari and octopus appetizers. Homemade bread was hot and buttery. Service was good. Nice restaurant but the ambiance could be better. I would go back for sure. Complaints: the food was a bit salty for my taste. read more

Panzano - Eggplant lasagna - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Seriously one of the BEST deals for a chef's tasting in town! We had a great date night a couple of weeks ago and cannot wait to go back soon. For only $100 per person (it's typically $70pp with an option $30pp wine pairing add on) we enjoyed so much food and wine! The portions were generous and so were the wine pours! I absolutely loved the Pasta a Cavalo and the Truffle Risotto Arancini! The service was also great, they were very attentive! read more

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I can't say enough about this wonderful restaurant! My wife surprised me with a date night here because of the extensive gluten free menu and awareness of dietary restrictions/allergies. I took part in the amazing 4 course GF meal! It's $70 for the food and $30 for a half pour of wine per course. And let me tell you, it's absolutely worth every penny!! The meal is preset by the chef every night but they totally can accommodate dietary restrictions which is amazing! My wife had the best gin drink and ravioli and was able to try all my courses! Our waiter, Jose, was AMAZING! Hands down an amazing waiter and genuinely just such a nice guy. He made our night special and paid attention to our questions and preferences. We can't wait to come back to this amazing place for the food, atmosphere, and drinks! read more

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We held a work event in a private room at Panzano on June 12th. It was seamless. We had 17 people and our server was delightful and accommodating. We didn't feel rushed at all and the food came out in a nice pace and was delicious. We had a great night and would highly recommend Panzano for any event!! S. Brackney read more

In the hotel (Kimpton Monaco) I was staying at, so certainly convenient. Friendly staff. The salad we ordered was divine! I forget the name but the server suggested it, so you could probably find out. We then both ordered the pasta carbonara, which was tasty and very rich, a bit too salty for my taste. Wine was good. Decor classy. I really enjoyed this meal. read more

Glad to have squeezed in a quick res the night before as they are busy - sat in the bar area which was nice to include plenty of high tops and booths. Waitress was very helpful and friendly as we navigated the wine list. Started with the brussel sprouts - these might be the tastiest I've had (I've tried many great variations) what is great about these are the green apple and dressing. Waitress almost let me walk out with the recipe after telling her I'd eat them every day :-) Bison short rip was succulent and not too fatty unlike beefs tend to be. The fra diavlo was a miss for us. The noodles felt very ramen and chewy like. The sauce was "fishy" and overall not one we would order again. Nice atmosphere, will be back but will skip the seafood. read more

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Based on the reviews, we found ourselves here on a Sunday. We did not have a reservation but we're able to be seated quickly. First off.. love that the Bellini was so large! The banana bread French toast was so flavorful and good!! Can't go wrong with this one. Also ordered the Panzano eggs Benedict, also a great choice. We would definitely visit here again. read more

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The food was incredibly good and it didn't really take much time to be served. The staff are nice and all. I also ordered a sweet that I forgot it's name, it had chocolate and caramel with coffee flavor which was also good on its own way. The restaurant had chill vibes, the staff always smiling and talking to each other when they find a chance, they also like to talk to the customers we had a little chitchat with our waitress he was funny. read more

Panzano - Chicken Risotto - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

We recently stayed in Denver to attend concerts at Red Rocks Amphitheater. Our tour was booked at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco and while staying there we ate at the adjoining restaurant, Panzano. The restaurant was absolutely superb in every possible way. We ended up being able to try a dinner, lunch and brunch during our stay. The hosts and servers were friendly, very knowledgeable, attentive and professional. But the food! Chef Javier is a wonderful gift to the palate! His food is seems simple at first but then has a beautiful complexity of flavors. We especially loved the brussel sprouts, lobster arancini, scallops, carbonate and eggs Benedict. My Brussel sprout hating husband is dreaming about eating them again! Thank you to all the lovely people that made our visit so special - Evan, Kevin, Abby, Caitlin, Maddy, Chef Javier and his fine sous chefs. We can't wait to return! read more

Atmosphere/Cleanliness: Very romantic atmosphere and very clean. Service: I believe our servers name was Kris, and she was absolutely amazing. Very attentive and helpful. Another waiter came by the fill our waters constantly, which I appreciated a lot. Food: The ravioli was... ok. The sauce was a bit too tomato-y for my taste, but I can see why people really enjoy it. If you like red sauce, this dish is for you! My boyfriend did say it was too small of a dish for him, which I agree with. We also got the focaccia bread as a side and it was delicious. The butter has beef fat in it, just a heads up. We also got tiramisu (thanks Kris!) and it was delightful. Would I go again: Unfortunately, probably not, just because I'm not the biggest fan of Italian food. If someone is though, this is a great spot for them! read more

Panzano - Ravioli di Robiola - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

It has been about four years since I was last at this gem in Denver. It has been around for as long as I can remember downtown Denver and for good reason, solid, delicious food with spot on service. This place is not gimmicky as so many new restaurants are. This weekend, went back and I was not disappointed -- everything from the cheese & salami starters to the Porchetta main were as excellent as I remembered. Little disappointed to not see the carbonara on the menu, it was what I enjoyed the most when I used to work downtown and frequented Panzano more often. I will make it my New Year's resolution to be back more often going forward. read more

After an awesome 2 weeks in Italy last fall, we decided to spend our anniversary dinner at Panzano.... and wow, I am so glad we did!! The service is impeccable and the food is some of the best Italian food I have had in Denver. We snagged early reservations for happy hour & so glad we did, their HH menu was excellent! Our server brought us a round of prosecco to start to celebrate; and I knew it was going to be a great experience. We also got a few apps off the happy hour menu... the olives were great with a citrusy zest, the mini charcuterie had quality meats & cheeses along with nuts & olives, and the warm focaccia bread was sooo on point with the tallow butter! These went nicely with the HH red tuscan blend too. We shared the papardelle with lamb & pork sauce, and the noods were cooked perfectly al dente. The crispy brussels were a highlight of the meal too, as they're topped with green apples (unique, crunchy & delish!). This paired nicely with a bottle of Italian red that I can't recall the name of but it was delish! Then, our super sweet server asked what kind of dessert we wanted bc it was on the house... and when we had trouble choosing, she brought both! The tiramisu was classically perfected with the right amount of soaked ladyfingers... but butterscotch pudding with the salted sour cream was the show stopper. I was hesitant about the salted sour cream whip on top but it added so much to the dessert- hats off to the pastry chef! All in all, our anniversary was made extra special because of the experience we had at Panzano.. the service was excellent & the food was some of the best Italian I've had in Denver! I will absolutely be back sooner than later :) read more

I haven't been to Colorado for such a long time and I am so excited to explore the city and its ins and outs. I've heard Downtown Denver has a plenitude of delicious food and cool museums to explore. Anyways, yesterday was my first day here - from the airport, I was craving good food. I was STARVING. My parents and I made the decision to go eat before heading towards the hotel because we needed food. Turns out, our hotel - Hotel Monaco - is right besides this cute, little Italian restaurant, Panzano. In fact, Panzano is INSIDE the hotel. Win-win, I say. We made the final decision to eat here because that would mean less driving, am I right? And we, plus our stomachs, were pleased... Gimme a drum roll please... Appetizers: Baked Brussels sprouts drizzled with honey, pistachios, and sliced green apple These sprouts were amazing. The way the chef drizzled on the honey and olive oil was just absolutely delightful. It was not too rich - definitely light, satisfying your sweet tooth too! And did not make you feeling guilty after it was finished. We also got the special bread of the day - Goat Horn - and it was very delicious. A little spicy, but with the sweet sauce of the 'sprouts, you could not go wrong. Main entree: 2 pizzas - 1) pepperoni 2) half/half with the funghi and the egg pizza because we were so indecisive to chose one We got two pizzas (there's three of us) and still have leftovers, so I'd say the sizing is pretty good. I like that, because who doesn't like leftover pizzas?! I typically do not like pepperoni but I really enjoyed theirs. I favored how they added a drizzle of honey on the pizza to balance out the spiciness of the meats. Bold and artistic choosing of flavors. Dessert because life is too sweet without it: Butterscotch pudding with a almond biscotti and whipped creams Anyone who's from Brazil or European nature, you would agree with me that this pudding would be an Americanized blessing of doce de leite. Armegawd. One thing I would want to recommend for the future is possibly adding some crunch to this pudding to spark the flavor. Maybe some crushed pecans or even plain ol' walnuts would do the trick. And maybe blackberries for some pop in color. Now, for the service.... Our waiter was Bryan and he was just amazing and super happy. He truly made the night 20/10. Overall, our experience at Panzano was exceptional. Great service, great food, great wine list. Perfect night out in Denver, Colorado. read more

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Stopped in for happy hour. Great deals on pizzas and snacks. Great service too! We had a Margarita pizza and a couple of drinks. My wife had a apperol spritz and I had a local IPA from New Belgium. Also got olives, a very big serving of them for $6 and almonds for $6. Thanks Abby for taking such good care of us each night. Got us in and out quickly so we could make our show. You're the best. read more

Wow & Wow, the Porchetta pork tenderloin with mushrooms demiglace sauce was awesome! The service matched the delicious food with a waiter that offered to switch the bolognese sauce to another plates pasta for a kid friendly dinner that my daughter enjoyed. The small talk with the Assistant that kept the water glass full and revealed 20 something years of service at the dining establishment! The rotating team all provided an excellent dining experience with dishes that were top dollar worthy. read more

Panzano - Porchetta - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

Absolutely delicious! And great service. It's definitely pricey. We opted for $7-$11 beers, as opposed to $13-$20 cocktails or wine. Bottles of wine start at $55. We tried the octopus, it was charred, tender and flavorful. The goat cheese, heirloom tomato salad with vinaigrette left us wanting more (I think it was Panzanella)! And I can't even begin to describe the pasta! I can't pronounce it but it was green, with peas, rabbit and crispy prosciutto (I think it was Coniglio). We wanted to lick to bowl but this place is too fancy for that. We finished off with gelato (vanilla, chocolate and popcorn!) and port. All the servers were attentive and detailed. The place was happening. People dressed nicely, but those that dressed casual were still treated the same (based on my observation). We shared everything and it was $128 before tip. Highly recommend! read more

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I have nothing bad to say about Panzano, especially as it was the best meal I had during my 4-day trip to the suburbs of Denver! Came here for lunch on a weekend, which disappointedly like most other restaurants, only offer a brunch menu. Luckily enough their brunch menu had a few lunch items like pizza and appetizers. Ordered a small caesar salad, banana bread french toast, pancakes with blueberry compote, and margherita pizza. Everything was pretty darn good! I have no complaints. Located inside a hotel, we found metered street parking right in front for 1 hour, but luckily we were in and out of our meal within the hour. read more

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Ahemmm . . . Remember how I said I wouldn't go back? (No. You don't remember? You mean you don't read and reread all of my reviews? This is soooo disappointing . . .). Well, a friend told me that he was going to Panzano's for Happy Hour the other day with a mutual dear friend of ours from out of state and so I broke my promise never to visit with Ms. P(ants-on-oh!) again and snuck in for drinks and an HH mini-pizza. Both the beer and the mini-p were just fine, as was the service. So it's become clear to me that Miz P (the lil' B) wants to see me again. I mean I'm not braggin' or anything. But she was very nice to me so I think she must want to get back together. I'm going to talk with my wife about this development and see if I can get permission on the home front. Be back to you soon with this very interesting set of events . . . David "Maceratin' and Hallucinatin' M. read more

Nicely lit restaurant. We didn't have any reservations but it wasn't an issue for them to sit a party of 5. The food overall was good. The fritto is delicious wish the serving was just a little more. My favorite was the Bolognese. It was very well seasoned and flavorful. Recommend if you're craving Italian. read more

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I've been to Panzano a couple of times now and both occasions for their happy hour - it's excellent! Great little personal pizzas, small ceasar salad, an of course super specials on drinks! Last time I went with the personal sized carafe of wine for $12 which was a great price for the size of the carafe. The space is very nice and since it's connected to a hotel of course there's easily accessible WiFi if wanting to do some work while hitting up happy hour. I'm sure a non-happy hour meal is great there, too. Based on my visits it does not seem like there would be a bad dish in the place. Sometime in the future I'll try a regular menu dish. read more

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