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    4.5 (939 reviews)
    PriceyItalian
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Happy hour pasta flight
    Savanna R.

    Enjoyed a bottle of wine and pasta here. We had good service and really enjoyed the bottle they picked for us. We also had the focaccia bread which was personally my favorite!

    Jessica C.

    My husband and I dined in for our anniversary this past weekend and it was phenomenal! It was also our first time here. From the moment we walked in to when we left, everyone was so friendly and attentive. The hostess to manager to server all acknowledged it was our anniversary. Even the menus had a little "happy anniversary" typed on it! It's the little details that make the biggest impact. We had the burrata and half order of bread, delicious. Next up was the crudo. I loved the unexpected freshness and color from the rhubarb. My husband got the tagliatelle and I got the garganelli. Both were delicious. We ended up switching plates halfway through. We also got a side of grilled rapini. Very tasty, a little difficult to cut. To round out the meal, we finished with the affogato, mmm delicious. I appreciated there was a mocktail section as I don't drink too much anymore. The dishes and utensils were switched out after each course which is always appreciated. Overall our first experience at Tavernetta was great, I would love to come back and try more of the menu!

    Leila D.

    Absolutely amazing dining experience . The homemade Italian pasta was fresh, authentic, and full of flavor you can truly taste the quality and care in every dish. The hospitality was exceptional from start to finish, making us feel so welcomed and taken care of. The atmosphere, service, and food all came together perfectly. Highly recommend for anyone looking for outstanding Italian cuisine and a memorable experience.

    Carpaccio Alla Cipriani was the best!
    JaneAnne F.

    FIVE STAR food, service and experience! We absolutely loved our family style dinner at Travernetta in Denver! We were a party of 8 plus a baby and sat at the chef's table. Clara, the sommelier was very helpful and paired some amazing Italian wines with our meal! She checked on us regularly and was a delight to work with. Freddy was our main server and he hustled around our table all evening, helping us with perfect meal selections to share as a family, from appetizers to pastas to mains and desserts too! He knew the menu inside and out and was key in making our night so enjoyable! The entire staff should be commended! Everyone we came in contact with was warm and made us feel welcomed and appreciated for being their guests! This was our first time at Tevernetta and I can guarantee it won't be our last. I highly recommend planning an evening here alone or with a large group!

    Steak
    Ashley A.

    Loved eating here. The service and drinks were great. Steak was good but the lobster pasta was just ok. We'll be back to try other things

    Ilona K.

    My husband and I went to Tavernetta for St Valentines Day and we were very impressed with the level of service this place has to offer. Our server Caitlin is with the restaurant for about 5 years and was super friendly and professional and very knowledgeable about the menu! Our food was delicious and there was plenty of it! My favorite was the Maine scallop and Cresta di Gallo with black truffle! Our favorite secondi was the venison loin with beetroot, which my husband ordered. Both deserts we got were delicious. My only wish was that they serve that wonderful herb bread warm, not cold. The atmosphere at this restaurant is very sophisticated but cozy and welcoming. I highly recommend Tavernetta for special occasions, it's a wonderful restaurant with incredible staff and amazing Italian food!

    Kinga B.

    Pretty nice restaurant. Classy ! Food was tasty with the exception of the seafood platter woth calamari etc.. not crispy enough and I disliked the aioli it came with . Deserts were good . Service was ok . This place is definitely pricey .

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    Elysia G.

    We brought my in-laws here for a nice dinner and had such a great experience. We originally had a later reservation through their OpenTable system but wanted to come in earlier, so I messaged them there and they responded promptly, accommodating us without any issue. Parking was easy with a nearby garage, and you get $5 off when you validate at the restaurant. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxed yet elevated Italian dinner, especially with a small family. It is a popular restaurant with a mix of couples, friends, and business diners, but it never felt overwhelming. We ordered individual dishes and shared everything family-style, following our server's recommendations. To start, Ryan suggested ordering the carpaccio, burrata with focaccia, and crudo together for the full trifecta experience. Each dish is listed individually on the menu, but together they create a well-balanced and intentional start to the meal. Each one complemented the others beautifully. For mains, we ordered a double order of the tagliatelle with Maine lobster, Calabrian chili, preserved tomato, and celery. It was rich yet balanced with just the right amount of heat. We also ordered the branzino, which was perfectly cooked and paired well with the pasta. We added a side of grilled rapini with smoked ricotta and garlic, which ended up being a standout and rounded everything out nicely. Cocktails were amazing, and the wine selection was thoughtfully curated. I ended the evening with an espresso martini, and we shared the semifreddo, a hazelnut almond half-cold dessert with white chocolate ganache and dark chocolate cremeux, which was the perfect way to close out the meal. Service was excellent from start to finish. Ryan was knowledgeable, attentive without hovering, and gave thoughtful recommendations that truly elevated the experience. Overall, a wonderful dining experience and a great place to bring family for a special night out. We will definitely be back.

    Prawns with saffron risotto
    Ateena P.

    I was truly so impressed with Tavernetta. The food was so delicious and such good quality. People comment on the price but honestly was very reasonable for the quality of ingredients, really delicious. As good as the food was though, the SERVICE was on another level. Honestly Michelin service if you ask me. You really can tell the servers care about what they're doing. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

    Jessica N.

    Was recommended this spot to try in Denver! Beautiful restaurant, I loved the open kitchen concept and the warm atmosphere that was presented. My favorite dish was the Pesce consisting of a perfectly cooked, delicate Alaskan Black Cod complimented perfectly with the Mokum Carrots lying in Venetian Dukkah. However, I thought the other dishes were a tad bit too salty, especially the Carpaccio. It wasn't as palatable and I would recommend getting the Burrata over it. I also think it's a little odd that there are no birthday or celebratory desserts like most restaurants do. Overall, 7.5/10.

    Steven S H C.

    Showed up at the door hoping for a seat at the bar or lounge area while my car was parked temporarily at the valet. Super nice and might add, very accommodating host explained that all of the seats are taken and nect one will be a hour away. However, the sister restaurant next door called Sunday Vinyl will open soon and we might be able to get a seat. Went back to the valet, signed in and went back to the Tavernetta and waited there till the other restaurant opened up. That's about 15 minutes to go. While happily waiting, the host told us that he can rearrang current reservation and seat us but need to be done by 6 pm which is still an hour and half to go. We gladly took the offer. He seated us by the fireplace which was perfect on chilly evening. Turned out to be the best table in the restaurant. "Buon appetito!" Our waiter came over right away and introduced himself as Ryan (Hope I got that right) and explained the HH menu and the highlight of the night. He went over the drink menu and I told him that the main reason I was here was to try red wine out of the fancy wine glasses they had. He said HH reds at $9 was served on different glasses. I was bit bummed out but was gonna order whatever necessary to hold on to that wine glasses. However, he, right away said will arrange the HH wine to be served on that wine glass I was after. Bravo! With his recommendation, we got the focaccia bread which was served warm with Olive Oil, Red Wine Vinegar, Grana Padano dipping sauce, Insalata Mista and calamari. I was on the phone and didn't get to finish right away but Ryan checked on us frequently to make sure timing was perfect to bring the pasta we also ordered. Between Ryan and another server, we were very well taken care of, checked often and the table kept super clean. Superb! Once I was done with the salad, the Roman Pasta flight came out. Due to pork allergy, we ended up getting serving of All'amatriciana and Cacio e Pepe. Both were delicious! Overall, definitely a big thumbs up and coming back to try Tagliatelle and Branzino. Valet parking at the entrance of the building which is $15 after validation from the restaurant.

    Early for the Train and the Total Fascination mocktails
    Lauren B.

    Tavernetta has been on my list for quite some time, so when a reservation opened up on my birthday I jumped on it. My husband and I started with the focaccia and the capesante (scallops). The focaccia was AMAZING, but I was a little disappointed by the scallops. I'm a big scallop fan and these were slightly overcooked and chewy. But the mains definitely made up for the scallop disappointment. I had the rigatoni while my husband ordered the manzo. Both were very flavorful and his steak was cooked perfectly! To finish the evening, we ordered the tiramisu, which was served differently from other tiramisus I've had but was pretty delicious. Also, as someone who is pregnant, I very much appreciated the mocktails on the menu! I had the Early for the Train and my husband ordered the Total Fascination. Both were very good!

    Old Fashioned
    Addy A.

    Walked in without a wait at 5:30 on a Thursday night. Beautiful, warm ambience with modern decor and an open kitchen. Service was excellent, from our hostess to our server. We felt very cared for. Our server took the time to mark up a menu with dairy-free options for my partner, which was very kind. I started with the capesante (diver scallops). With only 2 scallops, it did feel a little pricey at $14 per scallop. The scallops could have been a bit more tender, but the flavors were nice. I would skip this one if I were to dine here again. I got the pappardelle with guinea hen and chanterelles. I loved this dish. The pasta was very al dente, and all the elements and the pangrattato (breadcrumbs) worked perfectly together. My partner got the manzo (NY strip), without the zabaglione to make it dairy-free. The steak comes medium rare unless otherwise requested, and was nicely cooked. The vegetables from Esoterra were delicious. My partner also enjoyed his drinks, and felt Tavernetta's old fashioned was his favorite so far. I ended the meal with the torta di mele. The cake was interesting and was lightly flavored with a creamy base. The apple and walnut caramel was delicious, especially paired with the thyme gelato. All in all, we had a wonderful experience at Tavernetta and hope to return to Denver soon to dine there again.

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    Ask the Community - Tavernetta

    Does the champagne and caviar cart still exist? I've seen posts about it on social media but don't see it mentioned on the website. Is it seasonal?

    Do they have vegetarian options for dinner?

    From what I remember yes they do if you eat dairy.

    I unexpectedly had a 3% kitchen appreciation fee somewhere else. Does this place do this? Carlton: thanks will try them out! Phil: If the owner isn't paying them, why are owners forcing Customers to? Poor management or way to increase their profits?

    Nope!

    Are there spaces in the place that are very quiet? I find so many restaurants have room designs that make the place quite loud and for me that's a minus.

    I don't really think this place is quiet, although if you go at lunch, it's a smaller dining area and less crowded. They have an awesome lunch special too, it's our favorite time to go.

    When do reservations open for future dates?

    Reservations are open now for the month forward. New reservations open daily from the date.

    Is there a dress code? If so, what is it?

    Smart casual

    Are kids allowed?

    While they are allowed, I might consider leaving them at home if they can't sit quietly out of respect to other diners, particularly on a Friday and Saturday. We went on a Wednesday and there was a toddler at a table near us with a… Read more

    Is there a minimum food and beverage requirement?

    No. It's awesome!

    Does tavernetta require reservations or do they accept walk ins?

    Hi Annarose, Great question! Our lounge, bar, and patio (weather / season permitting) are always… Read more

    Are kids allowed?

    Yes but I don't recommend kids unless they're very well behaved and love food. Not sure if they even have a kids menu. Check website.

    Is there a dress code?

    Tavernetta does not have a dress code - whatever you feel most comfortable in!

    Are they open for indoor dining? Do they take reservations?

    They are! They do!

    Are you able to make any of your pastas dairy free?

    Hi Emily, Thanks for reaching out! Yes, we can do a number of pastas dairy free.

    Is there a dress code? Thanks in advance!

    Ciao Cindy! Nothing formal, but you see it all; some folks are attending a theatre or musical event, and others straight off the train. Come as you are and enjoy!

    Do they offer gluten free pasta and/or pizza?

    Absolutely! They can make any pasta gluten free except for the stuffed pastas!

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    My family and I stopped in for a quick lunch. We ordered caesar salad (the only great dish), clam…read moreaglio & olio, and the mushroom pizza. The aglio was bland and flavorless with cheap, frozen clams that tasted so fishy (and maybe old?). How are you going to charge $25 for overcooked pasta and frozen fishy clams? Ridiculous and a scam. Pizza dough was not even pizza-esque and felt so thin, it was crumbly. Service: 3.5/5

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    We arrived at Gaetano's, and we were seated in the main dining room, in a booth.

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