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Barolo Grill
3030 E 6th Ave, Denver, CO 80206 · 303-393-1040
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DOWNTOWN. Denverites get excited at mere mention of this upscale Eastside restaurant, a local favorite that draws area celebs and personalities. A la carte selections include gnocchi, mushroom ragu, and risotto, and a nightly tasting menu is also available, along with seafood dishes and pastas. The intimate interior is highlighted by large windows and a cozy fireplace, and the wine list is notable as well.
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Cafe Jordano
11068 W Jewell Ave, Lakewood, CO 80232 · 303-988-6863
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LAKEWOOD. This small Lakewood trattoria is considered by many to be a hidden treasure, secreted away as it is in a nondescript strip mall. Inside, the cozy, family-style atmosphere beckons you to linger over savory pastas and enjoy a glass from the reasonable wine list. Start off with crusty mozzarella bread, and then order chicken breast topped with white wine cream sauce and a variety of cheeses. Seafood and even buffalo dishes also appear on the menu.
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Gabriel's
5450 N Hwy 67, Sedalia, CO 80135-8014 · 303-688-2323
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SEDALIA. Looking for a unique place for a special occasion? Gabriel's is a perfect fit. Located in a restored Victorian house, this restaurant offers exceptional northern Italian cuisine in an elegant, upscale atmosphere. A cozy fireplace illuminates the intimate dining room and sets the stage for perfect dinners. Savory pastas and a notable wine list satisfy even Denver's most discriminating palates. Outdoor seating is available on warm days. Dressy attire. Reservations recommended.
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CAPITOL HILL. Traditionally-prepared, rustic Italian fare is served with care amid a distinctly modernist aesthetic that boasts bright blocks of wall color. Even so, the focus is unquestionably on the melt-in-your-mouth cuisine. If you don't opt for the tasting menu, try fried mozzarella with lemon aioli as a starter, followed by either a first course of pasta (spicy lobster fra diavolo is recommended) or an entree like parmesan potato-crusted sole or Colorado lamb braciole with goat cheese polenta. Desserts maintain the high standards with concoctions like primacoccia olive oil cake with grilled peaches and lemon gelato.
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Pagliacci's
1440 W 33rd Ave, Denver, CO 80211-3504 · 303-458-0530
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COMMONS PARK. Family-run Pagliacci's boasts accommodating servers, a 1940s-era interior, and a casual environment that's ideal for dinner visits. Authentic Italian fare swiftly makes regulars out of first-timers, and the house specialty – minestrone soup – is a restaurant mainstay. Eggplant parmigiana, spaghetti, ravioli, lasagna, and other Italian standbys are sure to please as well. Before leaving, make sure to sample the spumoni or a dish of tiramisu. Nice wine list. Casual attire.
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Panzano
909 17th St, Denver, CO 80202 · 303-296-3525
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DOWNTOWN. Depending on your mood when you reach Panzano, you can grab a table, choose a booth, or sit at the bar. No matter where you perch, you're sure to enjoy great northern Italian dishes prepared in an open kitchen. Homemade ravioli, spaghetti, and lasagna are traditional favorites, crafted with culinary precision. A nice wine list offers American and Italian vintages. Located adjacent to the Hotel Monaco.
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Parisi
4401 Tennyson St, Denver, CO · 303-561-0234
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WEST DENVER. Although it may be part deli and part restaurant, Parisi is all good! Cold cases hold take-out Italian fare (like pastas, sauces, meats, and oils) and help with great entertaining or stay-at-home meals. In-house, the kitchen offers heaping plates of steaming pastas, crisp-crust pizzas, and daily specials featuring chicken, veal, and the like. More formal dining is available downstairs Thursday through Saturday (5:30pm-9pm, reservations recommended), and special monthly dinners can also be booked. A perfect lunch spot too.
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CHERRY CREEK. Although a chain, Piatti maintains an independently-operated kitchen in each location, promising menus that take advantage of an individual region's specialties and seasonal bounty. In Denver, that means dishes featuring farm-fresh meats and cheeses, along with plenty of crisp vegetables. Try Mountain Meadow lamb chops with dried cherries, goat cheese, and roasted potatoes, or Colorado striped bass with organic vegetables from Palizzi Farms. A tree-shaded patio is the natural choice for summer days, but the warm-toned dining room is equally pleasant.
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ENGLEWOOD. This gorgeous space, filled with flowing silk drapery and fresh flowers, brings flavorful Italian cuisine to south Denver. If you have to wait for a table, start with a cocktail or appetizers at the sleek granite bar, a perfect venue for mixing and mingling. Main dishes like lobster pâté-filled ravioli, gnocchi in veal sauce with porcini mushrooms, and seafood cioppino won't disappoint. Desserts are all tempting, but none more so than the classic tiramisu, steeped in espresso and cream.
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WASHINGTON PARK. A trendy hangout, Washington Park Grille draws a handsome young crowd looking to mingle and have a good time. The menu's just as appealing, thanks to consistent offerings of pastas, steaks, and seafood. The bar is a choice meet-and-greet spot that features a variety of cocktails and both on-tap and bottled beers. On weekends, come for Sunday brunch and enjoy live music and outdoor dining.
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