Italian Restaurant & Restaurant & Food restaurant in Denver

Tavernetta

Experience exceptional Italian cuisine at Tavernetta in Denver. With a 4.6-star rating, this highly-regarded restaurant offers a memorable dining experience. Discover authentic flavors.

4.6(2,375 reviews)
$$$
Italian Restaurant · Restaurant · Food
Tavernetta in denver

Upscale, buzzy Italian hot spot from an acclaimed team with an open kitchen and a fireplace lounge.

About Tavernetta

This popular Italian eatery in Denver offers a refined yet welcoming dining experience, earning a strong 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 2,300 reviews. Patrons consistently praise the high quality of the food, with highlights often including expertly crafted pasta dishes and a commitment to culinary excellence that reflects the passion of its celebrated founders. The atmosphere strikes a balance between sophistication and comfort, making it suitable for special occasions or a delightful evening out. With its convenient location, this establishment provides a memorable taste of Italy right in the heart of the city, and reservations are recommended to secure a table.

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Restaurant Analysis

Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Upscale
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
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4.6 / 5.0(2,375 reviews)

A perfect experience. This is where I chose to spend my birthday while visiting my old Colorado stomping ground. If Bobby Stuckey is involved, you know the bar will be set high. Every sip and every bite were a mouthwatering experience. The wagyu beef pasta was definitely my favorite dish and it was eaten so quickly we forgot to get a picture. I would highly suggest dining here if you appreciate high quality food escapades. Been wanting to go here for years and finally went last night! We were most excited for the pasta flight (only available during happy hour - daily from 3-6pm)! We also go the focaccia, definitely add the burrata so you can enjoy those together. My husband is an Old Fashioned snob and his was 10/10. I tried their spirit free “Early for the Train” which I enjoyed and love when a restaurant offers N/A. The dessert oddly enough ended up being our favorite part. The tiramisu and Colorado honey gelato were both INCREDIBLE. Great service!! Enjoyed the happy hour menu! Lots of great food and drink options! If you like a good old fashioned, you won’t be disappointed! Also enjoyed the extensive wine list to pair with our meal! We went with the pasta flight, delicious! Relaxing atmosphere and the service was amazing. For dessert we had the tiramisu and honey gelato! I will definitely be coming back to try out the full dinner menu! 10/10!

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Where to Find Them

1889 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202, USA

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Opening Hours

Closed Now
Monday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday3:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday3:00 – 10:00 PM
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Recent Reviews

Joshua B.

October 7, 2025

A perfect experience. This is where I chose to spend my birthday while visiting my old Colorado stomping ground. If Bobby Stuckey is involved, you know the bar will be set high. Every sip and every bite were a mouthwatering experience. The wagyu beef pasta was definitely my favorite dish and it was eaten so quickly we forgot to get a picture. I would highly suggest dining here if you appreciate high quality food escapades.

Katie S.

November 3, 2025

Been wanting to go here for years and finally went last night! We were most excited for the pasta flight (only available during happy hour - daily from 3-6pm)! We also go the focaccia, definitely add the burrata so you can enjoy those together. My husband is an Old Fashioned snob and his was 10/10. I tried their spirit free “Early for the Train” which I enjoyed and love when a restaurant offers N/A. The dessert oddly enough ended up being our favorite part. The tiramisu and Colorado honey gelato were both INCREDIBLE. Great service!!

Devon M.

November 3, 2025

Enjoyed the happy hour menu! Lots of great food and drink options! If you like a good old fashioned, you won’t be disappointed! Also enjoyed the extensive wine list to pair with our meal! We went with the pasta flight, delicious! Relaxing atmosphere and the service was amazing. For dessert we had the tiramisu and honey gelato! I will definitely be coming back to try out the full dinner menu! 10/10!

Reema K.

September 23, 2025

I can’t express enough how fantastic this meal was. We traveled to Denver to celebrate our best friend’s bachelorette party. I wrote to them letting them know that we were celebrating and they made sure to make things special for us. Upon our arrival, they greeted us with a complimentary glass of Rosé. They seated us at a table near the fire place which so was cute and created the best ambiance. Our waiter Joe was excellent! He was so knowledgeable and made excellent suggestions for our meal. Everyone was so professional. We loved how they would give everyone their meals at exactly the same time. As a group we loved the zucchini flowers, focaccia bread, burrata, the rigatoni and the tagliatelle. If we ever come back to Denver we will 100% return. Thank you for giving us such a lovely experience for our final dinner in Denver!

Monica C.

November 14, 2025

First of all, service is beyond your expectations. Awesome service. One of the best Negronis 10/10 tbh, they have a great happy our, the best prosciutto ever 10/10 so fresh and tasty. The Gorgonzola with honey is my favorite 10/10, olives are not bad at all 7/10 and focaccia it’s good 7/10

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make Tavernetta special

Outdoor Seating

Cocktails

Beer

Wine

Coffee

Groups Welcome

Reservations

Practical Information

Everything you need to know before you visit

Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Parking

Paid Parking Lot
Valet Parking

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking

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