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Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Denver / Colorado

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Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Denver / Colorado? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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4.8

4.8 (633)

$31 to $50

Italian

Park Hill

About the restaurant

Local neighborhood Italian restaurant serving seasonal salads, family-style appetizers, Neapolitan-inspired pizza, handmade pastas, entrees prepared on a Mibrasa Charcoal Oven, and classic desserts, alongside complementing cocktails, local breweries and approachable domestic and international wines. The restaurant is set in a converted gas station with bocce courts and urban planters alongside an outdoor dining patio.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious and great vibes can’t wait to be back again

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4.9

4.9 (1600)

$31 to $50

Italian

Avon

About the restaurant

We have been to Italy and studied it's masters. We have tasted (a lot) of wine. We have searched for the best ingredients, and learned and perfected the best recipes. Why wouldn't we be the best Italian experience in the Vail Valley!
The idea of growing fresh fruits and vegetables in the Rocky Mountains might seem crazy to some, but for us it is just another step in perfecting our craft. Our Chefs and Gardeners labor tirelessly to bring you the best produce and ingredients available seasonally
We try each day to live and work with a purpose. Each step of your evening has been pondered. We try hard to bring you the food you crave and anticipate your every need while you are dining with us. From the stuzzichino when you step in our door to the parting sips of limoncello.

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StaceyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Experience was great - food was high quality, great ambiance and the service made us feel comfortable and interactions were the right balance of friendly.

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Pappardelle Bolognese

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Venice Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (4912)

$30 and under

Italian

Tech Center / Greenwood Village

About the restaurant

Venice Italian Restaurant is an upscale Italian restaurant in Greenwood Village that specializes in authentic Italian food in a Venetian Northern Italian Style. It is a neighborhood gem that is perfect for a night our with family, friends or coworkers. We have beautiful private dining spaces that can host all styles of events, inquire within about our different banquet menu options. When you're looking for the best Italian restaurant in Greenwood Village, then reach out to Venice Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar today. We hope to see you soon!

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KathrynVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great food! Samir is the best! We are regular customers and love it every time

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Lasagna Bolognese

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PARISI | sotto (below Parisi)

4.8

4.8 (1186)

$31 to $50

Italian

Highlands

About the restaurant

To those of you visiting us for the first time AND those who have been anticipating the return of Firenze a Tavola, benvenuti & bentornati. Enjoy intimate, full-service dining, with coursed meals & a curated wine list in our "old-world" ambiance, "worlds" away from our fast-paced main level. In 2025, we will bring back community table nights & wine dinners. We have revised the concept to include an assortment of new seasonal menus (with some familiar authentic Tuscan favorites) & a few new events! We also OFFICIALLY return to private party bookings with a more streamlined booking process at PARISIsottoDenver.com. Now that Parisi is open on Sunday, you will see events & dining hours pop up on Sundays, too. The hours will vary & will typically be focused on weekends, but you can continue to check our calendar & newsletters for details. Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays will be closed for regular dining.
We look forward to offering you a truly Authentic Italian Culinary Experience!

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PamelaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The food was fabulous. Service relaxed and attentive. Overall a busy night, so at times a bit slower however gracious and quick with requests. I had the papperdelle and beef. The pasta was toothache and delicious. Beef was melt in your mouth tender. My dining companion had the seafood carbonada. Again, pasta was delicious and seafood cooked very nicely.. So glad Parisi opened up the downstairs dining room again, it's a great experience.

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Bruno's Italian Bistro

4.9

4.9 (987)

$30 and under

Italian

Cherry Creek

About the restaurant

We believe Brunos Italian Bistro, could be just the thing you're looking for, offers a enjoyable meal from our pasta dishes, choice of chicken, seafood or steak. Please relax with your choice of a bottle of selected wine, chilled beer or a cocktail.

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Berry

Dined 3 days ago

Another outstanding dinner at Bruno’s Bistro. They continue to be an incredible value, of good traditional Italian dishes and uncompromising service. I remain impressed, with their ability and willingness to prepare dishes that are modifications of the menu selections. As an example, they have on the menu, chicken or veal piccata, if you want it prepared with shrimp…no problem. Tonight’s special, Sole Piccata, was prepared perfectly, with a generous serving of Sole and beautifully crafted Angel Hair pasta, topped with thin slices of lemon and capers. And like magic, they show up with a bowl of freshly grated cheese to add to the perfection of any dish from salad to entree. All entrees come with a choice of soup or salad and warm bread, served with an oil, garlic and herbs dipping sauce. Ample parking in front and their own lot behind the restaurant.

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Mambo Italiano- Steamboat Springs

4.8

4.8 (2104)

$30 and under

Italian

Steamboat Springs

About the restaurant

Come enjoy Steamboat Springs iconic Italian Hot Spot in the heart of downtown. Mambo is excited to be open seven days a week and serving happy hour daily from 4:00-5:30 daily. We ask that if you are running late please give us a call at 970-870-0500 as we can only hold tables for 15 minutes. Thank you for booking at Mambo and we look forward to serving you tonight!

*Please indicate in your reservation if you have guests in need of handicap accessible seating.

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KelMayVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious food and fantastic service! Restaurant was full and lively, food came out hot and tasty

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Tagliatelle Bolognese

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Chianti Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (2578)

$30 and under

Italian

Tech Center / Greenwood Village

About the restaurant

Chianti Italian Restaurant is a premium Italian restaurant in DTC (Denver Tech Center). With a small establishment focused on high quality cuisine matched with wine. Our Italian food and wine pairing options are on par with the best restaurants in Denver and the DTC area of Greenwood Village. Our Italian food menu is made to pair elite Italian food and wine to create an experience and ambiance that any guest can enjoy. We also offer delivery and take out. Book your next date night or special event with Chianti Ristorante Italiano.

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LaurenceVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Beautiful room with linen table cloth and napkins, subdued lighting. Diverse menu but somewhat limited wine list. Service was superb and food flavorful and bountiful. Great choice for any occasion or just a wonderful night out.

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Cioppino Toscana

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Lasagna Bolognese

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4.9

4.9 (2044)

$31 to $50

Italian

Highlands

About the restaurant

If you are booking an earlier reservation (up to 7:15pm) please be mindful of our need to reseat your table with later reservations. If you would like to dine for longer than the time listed for your party size when you book, please either take a later reservation or you are more the welcome to call us to chat about options.

If you are unable to find the reservation you are looking for, don't hesitate to call us directly! If we are fully booked, you are always welcome to call ahead (5-10 minutes out) for any available seats to dine at our bar or last-minute openings.

If you are running late or if your reservation plans change at all, please call. We can only hold your table for up to 10 minutes without hearing from you.

We are a small restaurant full of lovely, dedicated people and communicating with us candidly is always the best way. We look very much forward to your visit!

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GeoffD

Dined 1 day ago

The service is quite possibly the best I’ve had. John has been our waiter just about every time we’ve dined there and makes the experience truly memorable in all aspects.

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Burrata di Bufala

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Cranelli's Italian Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2488)

$31 to $50

Italian

Highlands Ranch / Lone Tree

About the restaurant

***Please contact us directly for parties of 7 or more***
Meet Jimmy and Lasinda and their three children - Connor, Niko and Brittany.
Jimmy and Lasinda have lived in Highlands Ranch over the past 20 years and have built their family and their career around the restaurant industry. Lone Tree has been the melting pot of their career over the past 20 years, where Jimmy opened Bahama Breeze, Brio Tuscan Grille and was part of the management team at P.F. Chang's in Park Meadows. Lasinda served and managed at Outback Steakhouse in Highlands Ranch and is a true barista at heart, having been the GM at Nordstrom Ebar and Peaberry Coffee. Jimmy and Lasinda's combination of family values, customer service and love for food is what has kept Cranelli's thriving for years.
We welcome you to visit our cozy, family-feel restaurant and try some of their signature dishes like Lasagna, Linguine & Clams or our signature Italian Margarita to name a few. Check out our warm and quiet patio seating.

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AbbyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great service, delicious food, great staff. Looking forward to trying their many different dishes.

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Lobster Ravioli

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Strawberry Pecan

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4.8

4.8 (1402)

$30 and under

Italian

Boulder

About the restaurant

Relax in a warm, elegant setting and enjoy Italy’s rich culinary traditions. Over 600 wine selections, nightly chef's dinner and specials, and stained glass ceilings throughout.
Offering Specialty Valentines, Christmas Eve and New Years Eve dinners, please visit viatoscana.com to view menu selections.

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Paul

Dined 1 day ago

Neighborhood gem! Great for special occasions. We've been coming back for years!

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