This was my husband and I's first time here and had the best time. Chris B was our server and made the experience very memorable. All around amazing, the staff were so attentive and made our experience feel individualized. Very classic ambience with visually pleasing interior. The pistachio crème brûlée was the best dessert I've ever had! We highly recommend to anyone looking for good food and great service. We will definitely be returning. read more

Had such a great experience at Stella's Cucina - everything we ordered was thoughtful, flavorful, and 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. read more

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First, the restaurant is nearly impossible to find. There's just a silver door with the letter S on it. Maybe it's a speakeasy type intention but it was just annoying to us. The menu wasn't easy to navigate and I guess we are not "fancy" eaters but if we followed the 4-5 course plan, the price would have been so extravagant and too pricey. Well, we placed our orders and when the entrees arrived, it was shocking how tiny the portions were. I ordered the pappardelle pasta (with pork and peach) which I thought was a bizarre combination but our server said it was his favorite so I ordered it. There may have been two pieces of the pasta with a tiny portion of the peach/pork mixture. The size was ridiculously small but the flavor was awful. The only good comment I have is that the bread was excellent but could have been better if served with any butter or mixture to dip it in. What a disappointment this place was which makes all the positive reviews curious. We will not be back! read more

Atmosphere is everything. Fun date night with excellent service. Interesting entrees. read more

Stella's Cucina - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

This place (and our server) the first time we frequented over MemDay weekend think way too much of themselves. Our server was so arrogant and off-putting and clearly dismissive of our family of seven. Such a shame to be made to feel so uncomfortable, every action, every menu inquiry or service request met with his gruff chagrin or palpable eye-roll behaviors. Service was horrible to say the least. Unfortunate for a joyful reunion gathering and anticipated nice milestone birthday dinner. So so so many other worthy restaurants in Boulder. Regrettable decision to try this place. Wishing we'd not set foot in Stella's...the dinner drug on -- weird intermittent service -- no friendliness whatsoever from anyone -- and we couldn't wait to excuse ourselves. Quite sad. read more

Good: the seating, ambiance; the pastas Bad: $100 dollar steak ordered rare and came out medium (see pic). Server came out and presented the unsliced steak and announced "medium rare NY strip." I corrected him that it was ordered rare, and he confirmed he would check with the kitchen how it was cooked. Came back with it sliced, in my opinion was cooked medium. Sides were very meh. Appetizers too. Overall very disappointing experience. Wanted to love it. read more

Stella's Cucina - $100 steak - was ordered rare, this is what was served LOL. What a joke - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

The food was good but the service could have been better. The ambiance was beautiful though. The Caesar salad was pretty good. The saffron pasta and risotto were yummy but not mind blowing. The tiramisu was cool and I liked the textures. The espresso martini was yummy but could have been stronger. Overall this was a good restaurant but maybe a bit overhyped. read more

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The restaurant is beautifully designed and very comfortable. The food was a bit too "foamy" for my taste. Like the chef was trying too hard. And the deconstruction of some of the food like the Caesar salad and Tiramisu was an unnecessary change. Portions small. The night we were there the service was just OK. read more

Everything is wonderful here. The risottos is special! Service is attentive & the room itself is spectacular!

First, the good. engaging atmosphere, lovely bar, good service (though I believe everyone stopped at our table at least once, interrupting our convos too often -- there is an nuance to this that was missed too often here). The bad: the food was plain and lackluster in its flavors, tiny portions even for upscale eatery, and just not creative. the price point requires a LOT more out of a meal than Stella's provided. unfortunately, not returning. read more

The ambiance is nice, the servers and staff were very friendly. We were not prepared for the portion size of the food. We all left hungry, the food is a work of art and beautiful but many dishes lacked taste and if they were good every plate was literally 4 bites or less. Great place for drinks and atmosphere but don't expect much more than snack size plates at very high prices. read more

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Had high hopes for Stella's Cucina but it didn't live up to those expectations. The vibe of the restaurant and speakeasy style was super cool, but the service was incredibly slow, food was subpar in my opinion and overpriced for what I got. Probably wouldn't return or recommend to others as I'm sure there for better options in the area read more

I've only been to this place one time before. And it was OK. I was only there for about 45 minutes with a big group that was drinking lots of wine and mostly having apps,. So that first meal was fine because I was just there for the glass of wine, salad and conversation. Unfortunately, my second experience was abysmal. The service was painfully slow, and with some attitude sprinkled in. Even though they had a ton of staff and they weren't that busy. Our dinner took two + hours (!) from start to finish. The room was cold. It was loud (normally I don't mind a DJ playing dance music, but it didn't fit with the high end price tag and was turned way too loud). And the food was absolutely terrible. The portions are too small, the flavors are strange, it came out cold and the presentation and combinations were a sad attempt at fine dining. After waiting as long as we did, there was no recognition from the servers or the management. It's unthinkable to me that a restaurant would charge this kind of money and do such a substandard job. One caveat, the hostess was wonderful. Melena has been around the restaurant scene in Boulder for a very long time. She's lovely and attentive. Boulder is known for their great restaurants. This is not one of them. read more

I had such an incredible meal at Stella! I stopped by on a Sunday evening without a reservation and dined at the bar. The bartender was friendly and service was wonderful. I ordered the Caesar salad and mushroom risotto and the server informed me of the amuse bouche this evening, which was a truffle polenta. All three courses were extremely tasty! The Caesar salad was unique and sooo wonderful! I'm a huge fan of mushroom risotto and this was my favorite one ever. It was a great portion and was cooked to perfection. The bar was a great place to dine alone and the restaurant was busy on this Sunday evening! There was live jazz music which was perfect. read more

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Outstandingly meh. Ambience was excellent except for the loud music playing throughout dinner. It's a restaurant, no it's a night club, no it's both...so expect to talk loudly to hear yourselves over the music. Service was excellent all around. Portions were beautifully presented but lacked, what's the word?, taste. That's okay because they were so small you won't be disappointed for long. Seems like a great place for drinks. Outrageously expensive as a dining experience. read more

I was NOT expecting to find a place like this in Boulder. I love Boulder, but I've never shifted from the granola, relaxed-vibe perception I first formed 20 years ago, even after subsequent visits. So it was a welcomed surprise to find this place, highly recommended by a local friend. The best way to describe this is "granola meets Vegas." The decor is upscale sharp, sexy, and with all the right colors. The crowd is still faithfully granola, with hints of hip. I absolutely love everything about this establishment in Boulder. I have no idea what the bartender made for me (I told him to make something he'd want to gift me if I went to prison for 6 months for a crime he committed, but I took the heat for). Whatever it was, it was so delish I had 3 that evening (picture attached). Steak tartare deserves a shoutout, as does the risotto with cheese foam. If you're one with an elevated palate, these two dishes are must-tries. I'm in Boulder once a month, so I'll be back here pretty frequently going forward. read more

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Wow! Now they're offering Brunch every Saturday and Sunday I'm so excited! Brunch will never be the same again! Stella's offers a classy brunch. The dishes are incredible! They source locally as well as spoil you with an $800 bottle of balsamic that's 25 years old! The entire meal was incredible! The bone marrow was perfectly cooked and seasoned. When it hits the bread and both reached your mouth-its almost as if time stopped. I swear! It's that good! Although if you ask me if id have everything again id trust Florin who's on point with his recs! Featured dishes: The Chef works with local farmers as well as spoil his customers with the likes of a 25 year old $800 bottle of balsamic vinegar directly from Italy. ( the roasted endive is lightly drizzled with it) When you brunch here you're going to be spoiled! Featured dishes: CAPRINO Roasted endives, assorted goat cheese bon bons, D.OP. 25yr balsamico - GF. V MIDOLLO ARROSTO Herb-infused roasted bone marrow, arugula, cherry tomato, lemon citronette, garlic-scented toast UOVO AL CAVIALE* add another quenelle of caviar +12 Two poached eggs, Camisus black caviar, hollandaise, mascarpone, spinach, house made bread - GO. DF CROSTONE SPECK E CIPOLLA 2 pieces of rustic Pugliese-style bread buffalo mozzarella, speck, red onion BACON CARBONARA* Artisanal spaghettone alla chitarra, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, egg yolks, crispy bacon CROSTATINO (desert) was superb! Saturday and Sunday 10:00-2:30pm! Reserve now! read more

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I visited Stella's recently with my husband for my birthday, and we had a wonderful experience. One of my friends had warned me about the speakeasy-style entrance, so I was looking for the "S" by the door on Walnut Street, easy to miss if you don't expect it. Behind the door, at the end of a hallway, a friendly hostess greeted us and led us to a stunning room dominated by an imposing circular bar. Booths frame the space, while tables with very comfortable leather chairs give it an almost a café feel. The mirrored back wall adds depth to the glamorous gold and beige palette. The overall atmosphere is sexy and chic, unexpected in a city such as Boulder, more something you'd see in New York City. A video installation is s cool way to showcase art; I only wish the designs, which constantly morphs into new shapes, were more visually appealing. I love abstract compositions, but wondering if it's stylized chicken feet on the wall (my husband's interpretation) is not very attractive. Service was impeccable and the food perfect. The menu is Italian with an original twist, including molecular gastronomy in some of the dishes. The Caesar salad was especially impressive, each leaf surrounding the foam-like dressing. Amazing! My husband loved his pappardelle dish, while I was very happy with my striped seabass. For dessert, I was offered a panna cotta since we were celebrating my birthday, which concluded a perfect evening. We'd definitely go back, and I'd love to try their late night menu! read more

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If you're in the Boulder era, make Stella's Cucina your next stop for a special occasion! Located in the heart of Boulder with a nondescript entrance, Stella's understated exterior is contrasted with a beautifully designed interior. The food is Italian, but it is anything but your run of the mill shells and sauce. To start, we enjoyed an espresso martini that was well shaken and not too sweet. For appetizers, the Stella Salad was refreshing with grapefruit segments and a light dressing. The octopus is a must order. The octopus was perfectly tender and complimented with the crunch of nuts and citrusy orange segments. For entrees, I ordered the shrimp pasta. It will be hard not to order this the next time I go because it was the best rendition of a creamy pasta I have ever had! The other star was the scallop risotto. With fresh shaved truffle on top, it was extremely decadent and worth the order. When I return, I will also try the veal milanese. To end, we had the profiteroles which tasted just like my grandmas! Tender dough with slightly sweet filling topped with ganache was the perfect end to an awesome meal. read more

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I, admittedly, found this hidden gem on Instagram and wanted to try it. Making reservations is extremely easy, finding it was a little bit more of a challenge, but that's what makes the restaurant, so amazing. Once we open the magical door, we were greeted by Rose on the fantastic team of hostess and hosts. The decor and ambience is breathtaking, every detail has been curated with precision. Our server, Carl, was on point, and extremely attentive without being overbearing. I do prefer to take the entire meal and course it however we ordered our starter chefs, charcuterie and cocktails first. The amount of smiles on everyone's faces, including guests and servers, truly let's you know what a great place this is. Now let's get to the food, I absolutely recommend ordering with intent to share. The portions are quite large, my friend, and I both ordered risotto and both took half of it home. We shared a steak, and that was a perfect size. I love that they bring out this bone marrow candle, which has a much prettier name in Italian, but it's scented with rosemary and thyme to add ambience and flavor to the steak. We did not have room for dessert, but I can tell you those are also large portions and there is one that looks like a plant which was so intriguing. I wanted to try everything on the menu, so fortunately, I'm going to have to go back! Mangiare read more

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Itty bitty little tables and huge plates! That's my take away from dinner last night at Stella's. We wanted to share some dishes but telling the server that was a bad idea because the share plates made the table very crowded. Best to just keep that plan to yourself or ask them to forego the share plates. The Caesar salad and prosciutto special were both excellent. The ragu pasta special was also delicious. The sea bass dish was just meh. Not a lot of flavor to it. They had a rum soaked cake as a special which was just ok. Drinks were good. The golden Negroni was a little sweet for my tastes but not a bad drink. I didn't notice until the end of the night that the back of the specials menu has some special drinks so make sure to look at both sides. Ambiance was amazing and very surprising. I didn't think this place would be so formal. The band set up behind us around 6pm. Drum, bass cello, and keyboard I believe. The music was good not too loud. But the set up in the middle of dinner was kind of annoying. According to their voicemail, a DJ comes at 10pm. They also announced they were open for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays and gave us a couple coupons for brunch. The door was kind of hidden. Look at pictures before you go. read more

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This is not my first review for this restaurant, I've been here many many times and they never disappoint. My son took me here for Mother's day brunch; I must say I'm not much of a breakfast person so I order from their regular menu instead of the brunch menu they had for the special day. I tried the warm octopus salad with potatoes and it was spectacular. For the main dish I ordered the eggplant tortellini and not only was it beautifully presented, but it was delicious as well. For dessert, we had the pistachio crème brûlée, and the tiramisu, they were both amazing. The service and the ambience were on point as well. this is one of the few restaurants in Boulder, where price and quality are aligned. I can't wait to go back! read more

Stella's Cucina - Eggplant tortellini - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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The interior organic streamlines decors and the carefulness in the crafting of each dishes alone are enough to give this place an applause. Service was very attentive and gave great descriptions to each dish. As you can imagine the naming conventions isn't exactly english. The foods on the other hand is probably what you came for. The pastry I had was far more hard and dry than it looks. Actually, more hard than crumbly. Drinks had a different taste that preconceived notion of what a mule should taste like. But it was not mind blowing. My egg Benedict, was a normal egg benedict that has more expensive ingredients on it such as caviar and salmon roes. I think its a nice aesthetic touch but it did not help the dish. Imagine eating fishy chicken egg. The steamed spinach that came with it virtually has no taste. I think the seasoning were oil and onion or garlic, it's not exactly seasoning for the taste I would say. Its a nice place to come once. Or impressed a date, but not practical. read more

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Truly one of those places that you don't know what to expect until you go yourself! A "speakeasy" vibe with a fine dining experience. Really enjoyed all the items we tried. Servers were knowledgeable about the menu and were helpful in making decisions. Was glad we tried this place during a stop in Boulder! read more

The food was incredible. I loved the experimentation and healthiness of many of the options. The interior is beautiful, unique, and swanky. Very cool bar. With some gluten sensitivity, we were able to order a very gluten friendly menu without menu modifications - which is rare for Italian! Not to mention all items were delicious. Would highly recommend the risottos and beet carpaccio. read more

Stella's Cucina - Interior ambiance - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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The vibe inside is modern, with a touch of Vegas. The service was great, the food was not. The caesar salad was deconstructed and bland. The idea did not deliver with classic flavor. The carbonara pasta came out room temp and very salty. They tried to heat it up but it was just barely warm. My husband's vegetarian pasta was nice and good flavor. Both portions were very small and overall the brunch menu didn't have much Italian fare. I'm not into big American portions but these were true primi size rather than a lunch portion. read more

Really great spot. The interior is so unique and immersive, and the food is easily the best Italian in town. read more

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I came here for my birthday. We were a bit late because it was a bit hard to find, it's very plain from the outside. It's fabulous on the inside though! This restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. The service is excellent, and the food is worth every cent. It's almost too pretty to eat. I had caprese with a variety of tomatoes and prosciutto, followed by fettuccine with red shrimp, zucchini and almonds. My daughter had octopus with a spicy marina and a ravioli dish that were also superb. I had such a hard time choosing between the dishes because everything looked so good. Definitely try this place. It's wonderful! read more

Stella's Cucina - Caprese with prosciutto and a variety of tomatoes - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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You may just miss the entrance to stella's cucina. Look for the S marking on the door to enter into the beautiful restaurant. The overall ambiance from the furniture, colors, and the live music it felt comfortable to be there. I especially loved heard Studio Ghibli on the piano during our meal. Our server was most attentive and ensured our plates came in order and not too overcrowded our table for 2. I enjoyed the gnocchi and risotto most. The gnocchi especially was the BEST I ever had. Extremely pillowy, light and pesto filling (chef's kiss) that paired sooo well with the pine nut cream. I requested the sea bass whole which gave me access to so much flavorful parts of the fish. The paired potatoes were also crisp, soft, and well seasoned. The risotto had so much flavor built in from the mushrooms and garlic that kept me wanting more. For dessert, I was tempted to get the interesting looking tiramisu but ended up with the pistachio crème brûlée. No regrets there. This was an amazing dessert to end our beautiful meal. Meal was paired with two cocktails - il giardino and the ciao, konnichiwa. They both were great accompaniments and would drink them again. I'd give a 4.5 as this is a great place to have a nice, elegant dinner for a special occasion or if you're looking to treat yourself a little extra. read more

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Wow. This was one of the best dining experiences of my life. Service was phenomenal (shoutout to our server Chris!) and food was some of the best I've had. Complex flavors, unique takes with simple ingredients. Also one of the most romantic vibes for fine dining, super classy. Chris paired our dessert with an incredible wine that blew me away as a special gift for my partner and I's anniversary. We will be back! read more

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Food was fine but very slow. Server had 4 tables plus acting bartender! Not a fun night.

I finally experienced Stella last night for a very special occasion: my daughter's 23rd birthday. I made a reservation a few weeks in advance to ensure that our celebratory dinner would be special. They had our reservation accurate; upon going through the inconspicuous entrance (which surprised my daughter), two ladies at the dark hallway welcomed us with a welcoming/cheerful smile. I have to say that my expectations were pretty high for this much-talked-about restaurant. As one of my dear friends (who lives in Boulder) told me about it a few times (and he likes Italian), my (or our) coming here was very much hyped up with so much daydreaming. After that dark hallway, this cave like dining room opens up to you (this restaurant does not have any windows just so you know.) The round bar in the center of it is nicely lit but not too bright. We were sat at two-person table that was a bit small for a nice birthday dinner (I thought). Due to the fact that this restaurant is kind of small (my daughter counted about 11 tables total), this was completely understandable. It's got quite the ambience, however. Its dress code is business casual. I did see some people in their very relaxed attires, but my suggestion is that you dress up until the required code to match the high-end atmosphere. Our waitstaff, Cassidy was extremely attentive. She took our food allergies very seriously and made a notation of it as she took our order. She also had a partner waitstaff (older gentleman); he made a great suggestion as to which red wine I should have. But this restaurant works as a team. Throughout the whole dining experience, several different people came and went to refill our water glasses, dropped off our food etc. We absolutely lacked nothing during the entire time we were dining. Now let's go into the drinks/food, shall we??? -My daughter's zero proof cocktail: Spiced Tonic was amazing. And it's friendly priced at $8. -My wine: Paolo Scavino Nebbiolo. Like I said, Cassidy's partner waitstaff suggested this. Like he said, this can be paired with any type of meal. It's medium-bodied but has got good flavors to your nose. Some spices which I couldn't make of truly entertained my palate. Extremely easy to drink. -Welcome (Benvenuta??) starter: This surprised us as we, of course, didn't order it. It was a little complimentary welcome dish. I believe it's squash based and it's creamy. This was really good. -Insalata Stella: Greens with some grapefruit pieces. This was good but nothing extraordinary to be frank. The greens tasted like they were soaked in some dressing so they were a bit soggy. But like I said, it didn't bad. -Vellutata di Ceci e Scampi: Soup with a large piece of shrimp in the center. This was more for my daughter so she ate the shrimp. She said the shrimp was one of the best ones she has ever eaten. The soup part was nice and hot and it remained hot in the bowl for quite some time. There were some garbanzo beans inside the soup. To me, this was OK. -Spigola la Forno: This is the seabass and this was excellent. And it's a good portion, too. My daughter and I shared this dish and it was just the right amount of food between the two of us. The veggies that accompanied the fish were excellently seasoned and cooked as well. -Desserts: We ended up getting two. And one was complimentary or I should say it was on the house (it was for the birthday girl, of course.) We truly appreciated this kind of considerate/kind gesture by the restaurant. Crema Cotta Alla Lavanda is a panna cotta (the complimentary one) had a little candle on it. I personally enjoyed this one; it's funny that my daughter described it as "delicious lotion" (what??) The one we ordered was pistachio creme brulee (Crema Cotta al Pistacchio). At the price of $16, the portion is extremely small. Whereas its taste wasn't impressive, it was good. Well, overall, we walked away with happy faces. Although we didn't order much, our tab was $132 after tax. This is not something I can do every week but for a special occasion where having the ambience is some good factor to consider, then Stella Cucina might be your place to dine in at. read more

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Amazing food, we ordered a bunch of things with another couple and ate family style. Definitely recommend doing that to try all the deliciousness. The Sommelier was super helpful in helping us find wine that was in our budget that was fantastic. The next day we even went into Denver to track down the wine to have at home. The ambiance was nothing like I had expected for Boulder. read more

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I went here for new years ever with a few friends and their father who had flown in from china! We all had such a fantastic time, the meal was incredible, the staff was great, I hope I can come back sometime in the future!! Coolest restaurant I've ever been in, and some of the best food I've ever had. read more

Stella's Cucina was a delightfully memorable experience -- exceptionally prepared and presented food, immaculate service, beautiful decor and sophisticated ambiance. The food was amazing. Fresh, delicious and a sight for the eyes. The Octopus was poached perfectly, tender, bursting with flavor, accompanied by some roasted fingerling potatoes, Italian olives and fennel. Just divine. The sea bass was perfectly grilled with lemon and fresh herbs. With the sight and smell of my entree, for a moment I thought I was back in Tuscany. The spinach ricotta pasta was perfectly cooked, and also tantalizing delicious. The wine list is impressive and extensive. Stella has spared no expense on the interior decoration. Modern, chic, with indirect lighting. Even though nearly every table was full, the place is still quiet enough to enjoy private conversation with your table companions. A man on the keyboard played soft music which added to the mood. Service was spot-on. The team of servers, runners and assistants made sure we were never lacking for anything. When my wife mentioned to another server, who just stop by to pick up something, that I was skipping dessert, because there were no dairy free options. she said, let me check with the chef. In a few minutes, she returned and said we have some fresh peach sorbet -- would you like some. Yes. What came out was the creamiest, freshest peach sorbet imaginable. IT was served with poached peaches (in wine, I suspect.) Wow. Delicious finish to my meal. read more

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Just finished dinner at Stella's Cucina. An amazing experience- from the greeting when we opened the understated door to leaving with evening well-wishes. Our person, Amanda, was a total pro and treated everyone at our table with respect and with her complete attention while she was with us. She listened to our group dynamics and made recommendations that fit the group. All of the dishes were delicious, and I can't say that one was better than the others-except the bread, which I think everyone would have enjoyed a to-go basket!. Forgive me for not wrong the Italian names - we shared an egg yoke in panko crust dish (this, on toast, was unreal), beet carpaccio with soft cheese foam, steak tartar on scalloped potatoes and a Caesar salad to start. We were with three college aged young men and they devoured this selection. Followed by dishes of striped bass, lamb pasta, two lamb dishes and mushroom risotto. We shared everything and the table had all positive reviews. The drinks were delicious, too, with more than a few Manhattans and a few glasses of wine. Not inexpensive, but very fairly priced considering the service, ambiance and experience. We'll make this a must visit every time we return and we'll be telling everyone we know about Stella's. read more

The food and especially the service was paramount!! As good as it gets in Boulder! Only "issue" was the music. I know you all want a modern vibe but the constant "thump-thump" without any variation was very bothersome. Then over the top loud in the restroom! read more

This is one of coolest restaurants in Boulder. Great ambiance, menu and friendly service. Check it out!

My experience is based on sitting at the bar. First off, walking into the place you feel like a VIP. You enter a large, steel door that's simply marked with an S. It feels exclusive, and unless you know it's a restaurant you'd pass right by it. Then, after walking down a long corridor you're greeted by one of the most gorgeous restaurants I've ever seen! The decor is very modern, but classic. The bar is the centerpiece, and if you're there during day light you'll see that it's lit up by the large skylight overhead. It's a very unique juxtaposition in contrast to the rest of the dimly lit restaurant. It feels very upscale. The service was very attentive, and the waitstaff were sure to explain everything. We got to sample the chef's special, which was a polenta thing. It was tasty. We really just came to get a drink and a snack, but I'd love to go back and eat a proper meal here. We shared the mussels, and the sauce was divine. We also ordered a basket of focaccia bread and it was some of the best bread I've ever had in my life. The bubbles inside were out of this world. To drink, we both had a glass of rose Prosecco. It was dry, not sweet (which I like). Their wine options were unique. The only thing that I did not like was that it was served in a coupe glass. It made it difficult to manage and Prosecco, being the bubbly wine that it is, typically is served in a flute. read more

Food and drinks were delicious! Ambiance was fabulous. Service started off good and everything was off to a 5 star start and the chef even came to our table which was very nice, but then we just felt like we were forgotten about after our first course. We were given dessert menus and had to remind them that we had actually ordered a second course. I ordered a second drink three times until it finally came, and we waited a long time with our card on the table and had a different staff member finally run our card than our original server. Also, it was my birthday, and they wished me happy birthday at the start but then seemed to forget. I wasn't given a birthday dessert, which I'm typically fine with because I've had so much to eat, except I saw another diner given a birthday dessert with candles so not even being offered it was a little sad. I hate to leave a bad review and everything really did start off so well!! And food was good. I think Stella's has potential but it seems like they have some kinks to work out if they're trying to operate at the tier they're intending to. read more