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    Sweet Basilico

    3.7 (373 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Dogs allowed
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    I wish I could have it every single day.... Tiramisu
    Akriti M.

    Our last dinner of our Colorado trip, glad we picked this one :) Caprese salad - I would rate it at 3.5, this one is highly rated online but I would say it wasn't something I haven't had before. The tomatoes were juicy and the mozzarella was good. Nothing mind-blowing but still worth ordering. Chicken parmigiana - 4 for sure. What we loved about this one was the bow tie pasta was less than the huge chunks of chicken. More protein less carbs!! Subtle sauce, nothing over powered the delicious chicken. Pizza! 5!!!!!! Oh boy! We customized small pizza with few veggies and no cheese ( yes I'm not a fan of cheese, ok stop rolling your eyes now !!!) the dough was Soooo soft, again the sauce did not over power the perfectly toasted veggies. Somehow pizza felt healthy hehe And the winner of the night TIRAMISU!!! 10 /10!!! It was just heavenly. Did not drink water for the next hour in order to keep the taste alive in my mouth haha. Wish I wasn't watching my calories, would have definitely ordered a second serving for sure!

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    Christian C.

    This is my experience here... as we walked in the front door. The hostess immediately greeted us and said welcome and was just the sweetest thing there could ever be. The waitress came over and when I say she knew the menu, she absolutely knew the menu, I ordered the carbonara and my husband ordered the chicken Pomodoro. (I think I spelled that right.) both pastas were out of this world and absolutely tasted amazing. The inside of the restaurant and outdoor of the restaurant are decorated beautifully and had a great charm about it. Absolutely the best Italian restaurant in Estes Park. So, service 5 out of 5, food, 5 out of 5 and overall 5 out of 5.

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    Evelyn M.

    The smell of garlic welcomes you when you enter the doors!!! The atmosphere is lively and the kitchen action is right in front to all to watch in awe. We didn't have reservations but the wait was less than 29 minutes on a Saturday night at 7:30... the place was packed! Service is so quick .. a bit too quick lol The caprese great; the cheesy garlic bread crisp & fragrant and the pasta was full of chicken & veggies!!! Honestly a perfect pick after a full day of hiking in snow & sun!! Plenty of parking as well which cannot be said for most of Estes.

    Broken toilet, overflowing trash. Needs updating.
    Derek I.

    The dinner scene in Estes continued to be a puzzling one for me. It's either overpriced, underperforming steakhouses or pub fare. Sweet Basilico is an attempt at a happy middle ground, and while they do certain things well, there is room for improvement. Highlights are things like homemade baked garlic bread and rolls, and flavorful, bright sauces (Basilico pesto sauce, Alfredo and marinara were all delicious). Staff is friendly, and prices are reasonable by Estes Park standards. Not so great were the overcooked and gooey lasagna noodles (lots of positive feedback on the classic lasagna, so this was disappointing), and overdressed salad. Also, the building itself is falling into disrepair and in need of a facelift at a minimum... a nasty bathroom isn't a great first impression (pictured).

    Erika F.

    This place was amazing! we went right around 5pm and it was perfect timing right before the rush! staff was so kind and friendly! had the loaded garlic bread, the house soup, chicken parm and the cavatappi with the basilico! and they were delicious the chicken was cooked perfectly melted in ur mouth and the pasta had perfect flavor! the place is super cute had calming music! great lighting and good selection on wine! 10/10 recommend!!!

    David G.

    After doing a moonlight snowshoe hike in Estes Park we went here for dinner. And to be honest the food is pretty generic and mezzo mezzo. My Cesar salad was one of my least favorite I have ever had. My spaghetti and meatballs were not as good as what I could make at home. On the other hand my wife loved her Lasagna. Maybe I chose incorrectly?? Chicken parm looked good as did some of the other entrees. Super friendly staff that did a great job.

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    Horrible service food was cold server was rude will not be dining here again worst experience I've had in a very long time

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    Estes has a real gem for Italian food and pizza. The service is great and the staff are so friendly. It's moderately priced but worth it.

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    4.3(1.3k reviews)
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    We ordered pizza to go from here for the first time on Saturday 4/18. Ordering process and quick…read morepick up time was all good. When we began eating the pizza, we found nearly every piece of pepperoni still had the plastic casing on. I called just to let them know and received a text back, with no name, telling us it was the sausage casing and the sausage was some of the best tasting this unnamed person had ever had. I responded that it was specifically the pepperoni. I received a response asking if it was the thin or thick sliced. It was the thin. While we received a response thanking us for the feedback, there was no apology issued or any thought of asking us how they could correct this for us. While the pizza tasted fine, it was really inconvenient to peel a plastic type casing off each piece of pepperoni and frankly dulled our enjoyment of the meal. We kept the material in case they wanted to see it, but there was no follow-up from the unnamed person. Probably won't try this place again for a while.

    There's a robot! It…read moredelivers pizzas to the table. That's all you need to know. Oh, and the pizza was delicious!! Service was good. Not chipper, but friendly which felt like a crew that had worked there as locals a long time. The novelty of QR codes and robots definitely was past him. Attentive though even with so many electronic methods to order, be served, and checkout which I couldn't tell which the server preferred. It was before the rush. He answered all our questions and I like menus that are clear about substitutions and favorites. It's pizza , ya know? Order the godfather and eat it! Pizza was really good. Crispy even though it was big. Toppings just right. Sauce on the thin side. Crust was just right. We got a 14" and it was plenty for two plus!! We all said we'd pass on the garlic knots next time. Texture was a bit chewy and I'd rather just save room for pizza. Local beers. Not too loud. Fun art and cushions. Parking was at a weird angle. This is the mountain town spot to go to for sure.

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    Mangia Mangia Pizzeria - Sundance Mountain (seasonal special)

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    4.7(24 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    This is a food truck located at the Lumpy Ridge Brewing Company, at least on Sundays. Google does…read morenot give the correct directions - when we followed them, we ended up in a random parking lot a block over. I recommend setting the GPS to the brewery rather than the truck. When we visited on Sunday after hiking at RMNP for the morning, there wasn't much of a crowd here. We ordered and the the food only took about 8 minutes to arrive. Meeker Margherita ($21) - Perfectly cooked crust in this pizza. The cornicione in particular is expertly risen and cooked, giving plenty of charred bubbles and the perfect chewiness. The undercarriage, while floppy, isn't soggy at all. It hold up very well to the ingredients on top. The crust is first slathered sparingly with tomato sauce. The sauce is reduced quite a bit and tastes almost like a concentrated tomato paste. They don't use a lot so it doesn't soak into the crust at all. On top, there's a couple of pieces of basil giving a very noticeably fresh aroma. There's plenty of melted mozzarella cheese, which seem to be of the pearl variety, mild tasting and stretchy. They apparently also drizzle some EVOO, although there's no particular peppery or fruity notes, or heck any real olive oil flavor at all. With how well all the other ingredients worked together, the olive oil is very disappointing. Still, it's a very well constructed pizza. (5/5) Panorama Peak ($23) - Again, this pizza has the perfect crust. Instead of tomato sauce, it's slathered with ricotta cheese, making the pizza very rich and creamy. More melted mozzarella on top of that for even more fatty richness, then pieces of proscuitto, chewy and salty. The meat isn't sliced that well so it's messy to eat. They then essentially cover the pizza with an arugula, tomato, and shaved parmesan salad. The arugula is super peppery and bitter, the tomatoes are fresh and sweet, and the parmesan adds more saltiness. The main sources of salt are the parmesan and the proscuitto. Neither are added in large enough quantities to make the pie overly salty. Mixed in the with the arugula are a couple of stems of cilantro for some reason. Nothing on the menu actually uses cilantro so I'm a bit confused where it comes from. It's essentially a salad on pizza dough so everything falls off the crust very easily making it messy to eat. (4/5) I'm very impressed with the food served at Mangia Mangia. I didn't expect to find such great pizza in a small touristy mountain town. I'll be back next time I'm in the area! Bathrooms - Two unisex rooms in the brewery

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    The Sandwich Mafia - Uncle Tony would be outraged.

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    3.5(116 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    After a long day of travel we are so happy we stopped by this place. Best tiramisu I've had in a…read morelong time and the pizza was perfect. We almost forgot to take A photo! Our server was incredibly kind and inside was cozy. Will be back again

    Where's Uncle Tony when you need him?…read more Honestly, someone call Nonna and have her send Uncle Tony over to politely break some bread--or maybe some legs--because The Sandwich Mafia is disrespecting the family... and the sandwich game. These sandwiches? Fuggedaboutit. Dry, flavorless, and thinner than my cousin Vinny's patience. If this is what they're calling a "hit," then it's a miss, capisce? We ordered The Uncle Tony, which comes with salami, pepperoni, mortadella, provolone, lettuce, tomato, pepperoncini, black olives, and oil & vinegar on a hoagie. This was, without question, the saddest sandwich I've ever had the displeasure of paying for. One flimsy slice of each meat and cheese, and the bare minimum of veggies they could legally get away with. If Uncle Tony knew his name was being slapped on this, he'd have made The Sandwich Mafia sleep with the fishes. Their Instagram? Fugazi. It's all thick stacks of meat, cheese, and toppings. But what you actually get is a sad, limp excuse for a sandwich. Check the photos I posted if you need the visual heartbreak. Do yourself a favor--save your appetite, your wallet, and your dignity. Go eat somewhere else. Heck, even Subway would've been a hundred times better... and that's saying something.

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    Il Pastaio - Veggie lasagna topped with spicy arrabbiata sauce, roasted potatoes, Salad and bread

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    4.4(598 reviews)
    28.5 mi
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    I finally made it here and oh em gee! It is so frikkin good. It's like being transported to Italy…read more Even though I made a reservation and had hoped for a table, party of one, the place was packed on arrival and I got seated at the two person bar. All good. I loved having a view of the bustle of the restaurant and especially all the parties celebrating birthdays. A few employees would gather at the table while delivering dessert and sing happy birthday. A few patrons like me joined them in the serenade. Such a warm, family vibe. A lovely gentleman sat in the open bar stool next to me. Turns out he's a regular and longtime Boulder resident. He gave me some menu tips. Plus it was fun to learn about him and his business. I had the red wine on tap. Delicious and $9. Two favorite qualities in wine. I got the bolognese with linguini. It was beyond fabulous. Insert chef's kiss! I took a small container home because I knew it would make a perfect lunch the next day, and it was. The rolls are divine. Hard, crunchy exterior with softness on the interior. I had one there and brought a second home to enjoy with lunch the next day. I know how to live. I enjoyed a short chat with Mariano, the owner's son who basically grew up there. It reminded me of all my favorite places in Philadelphia where I'm originally from. I had been missing my casual Italian restaurant places but now I've found my new home. Cin Cin! See you soon again.

    One of the best Italian restaurants we've been to. The pastas are house-made, the sauces are…read moreconsistently excellent, and there are solid vegetarian options--which we really appreciate. We discovered this place by chance while wandering around Boulder and were lucky enough to walk in that first time. Since then, it's become our go-to spot for celebrating special occasions. The food has never disappointed, and the hospitality is always warm and welcoming. Recommended dishes: Chicken Parm Mushroom Ravioli Vegetarian Lasagna Gnocchi Spicy Aurora Sauce Pesto Cream Sauce Note: The restaurant is closed on weekends, so plan accordingly and make a reservation in advance.

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    4.2(234 reviews)
    42.5 mi
    $$

    We showed up at 430 without a reservation and were seated quickly. By the time we left there were a…read morenumber of people that were waiting for a table. I would recommend a reservation for a Friday or Saturday. We ordered at the table and not the front counter, so maybe that part of service has changed based on what I was seeing in past reviews. The place is super cute, decorated nicely, and very comfortable (two fire places made it so nice inside). Our table ordered the manicotti (both types) the boscaiola pasta, the pollo in crema, and the salmon special with "risotto". The two pasta dishes were amazing. The "risotto" that came with the salmon was a flavorful rice dish, but I wouldn't call it a risotto (not creamy) The manicotti was very good as well. For dessert we got the limoncello cake and cannoli. All delicious. There was a good wine list as well as some unique and traditional mixed drinks. Service was attentive and fast, but we were early. The place gets super busy, so I imagine during peak hours it could get slower... but it would be worth it. Everyone was happy and we all said we would come back. I didn't get any pics! The bread is delicious and is on the table when you get there.

    Went here for the first time with a couple of friends and I would definitely come back…read more I love restaurants that have things like free bread/dip or chips/salsa. The bread here was addicting and I kept wanting to eat more. Drink wise, I got a Hugo Spritz. It was refreshing and tasted similar to a Mojito because of the lime and mint. I really enjoyed it and would get it again! We got the calamari, and it was delicious. Not too chewy and perfectly crispy. For my main entree, I got the Manicotti Spinaci. It was a good size and it was overall pretty yummy. The noodles were cooked well, however the sauce was really acidic. I enjoy acidity in my food, but I'm not quite sure if others would feel the same way. This place seems to get busy on weekend nights, so I do recommend making a reservation. Only issue I had was with customer service. We went around 6 PM and when we asked for things, our server came back and told us that it was sold out or unavailable. This happened several times throughout the night. We laughed and joked about it, but it would have been better if the servers kept up to date with what is in stock and what isn't. In addition to this, our server made an assumption that our group of 4 was split into pairs of 2, which was kind of awkward haha. We asked for 4 separate bills and I appreciate that they accommodated this. Overall, would come back and make sure to make a reservation.

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