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Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Downtown / LoDo

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A photo of Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4980)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 51 times today
I came in for the first time and didn’t realize it was happy hour or that they had happy hour prices beyond drinks. I ordered their happy hour red wine, the calamari, and the rigatoni. It was a great value and extremely delicious. The bartender delivered great service. Overall, 8/10
A photo of Osteria Marco restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(5246)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 36 times today
Food, service and atmosphere were great. Our waiter Josh was fantastic! He was very engaging and made wonderful food suggestions. Staff were all very attentive and efficient. We dined on a Tuesday evening so it was a more quite restaurant. I always appreciate tall booths!
A photo of Panzano restaurant
4.5
Awesome(5718)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 43 times today
Despite a last minute booking and a very full restaurant, hostess was welcoming and flexible. My server was excellent and attentive despite having a large volume of tables. (Sorry I didn’t write his name down.) Food and wine selections were excellent. And the gelato sampler was a treat!
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4.7
Exceptional(1614)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Downtown / LoDo
Booked 100 times today
I hosted a business dinner part here, and it was amazing. Service and food were outstanding. Would absolutely come back again!
A photo of North Italia – Denver restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4894)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Cherry Creek
Booked 109 times today
It was great! Tesla our waitress was amazing! Food was delicious! We will be back!
A photo of Odyssey Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3501)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Central
Booked 51 times today
Such an incredible deal and the food was incredibly good!! Had a super loaf table next to us, but not the restaurants fault. Overall incredible experience and we will be back!
A photo of Bar Dough restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1516)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Highlands
Booked 19 times today
First time experiencing BD- we thoroughly enjoyed it- food was great and a cool ambiance- we will go back!
A photo of Barolo Grill restaurant
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4.8
Exceptional(4463)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Cherry Creek
Booked 52 times today
Celebrated our anniversary at Barolo Grill. Staff was welcoming and attentive. Food was outstanding. We ordered à la carte and from the tasting option - everything was great. Wine list extensive and impressive. We were able to order a Barolo from a winery we had visited in Piemonte. The restaurant was active. A great experience. Thanks for making our special day a great experience. Planning to go back soon.
A photo of Rōmyō restaurant
4.5
Awesome(103)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Denver
Booked 51 times today
Beautiful space (booth), terrific service, and delicious food. The trifecta! I look forward to sitting at the bar next time.
A photo of La Vietta restaurant
4.5
Awesome(110)
££££
• Contemporary Italian • Denver
Booked 27 times today
Totally love this restaurant. Food is so amazing. My 5 th time here in several weeks. All my friends & family have loved it. The owner Marco & his staff are all so wonderful. Great service, beautiful surroundings & delicious food, & dessert to finish it off. Always look forward to to dining here. Lunch is also great here.

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  • BrandonGold
    Austin •9 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I came in for the first time and didn’t realize it was happy hour or that they had happy hour prices beyond drinks. I ordered their happy hour red wine, the calamari, and the rigatoni. It was a great value and extremely delicious. The bartender delivered great service. Overall, 8/10
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    Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar$$$$• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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    4.8
  • Chacha
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Absolutely perfect! ❤️ The food was a 10/10, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the service was excellent. I highly recommend it! Definitely worth the experience.
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    Tavernetta Denver$$$$• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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    4.7
  • CraigGold
    Denver / Colorado •36 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    First time experiencing BD- we thoroughly enjoyed it- food was great and a cool ambiance- we will go back!
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    Bar Dough$$$$• Italian• Highlands
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    4.7
  • AngieGold
    Denver / Colorado •301 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We shared a fresh and flavorful quinoa salad (half went into a box), and then had 2 entrees: chicken parmesan and swordfish. The chicken parm is a consistent favorite and is enough food for 3 or 4 meals. The swordfish was new on the menu: a lovely, generous slab of fish, perfectly cooked, in a delicious sauce, served with tender slices of squash. Yum! We finished the swordfish and took lots of leftovers home so we could eat the amazing tiramisu and a scoop of pistachio gelato for dessert. Service was excellent, as always.
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    Osteria Marco$$$$• Italian• Downtown / LoDo
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    4.6
  • Marc
    Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Totally love this restaurant. Food is so amazing. My 5 th time here in several weeks. All my friends & family have loved it. The owner Marco & his staff are all so wonderful. Great service, beautiful surroundings & delicious food, & dessert to finish it off. Always look forward to to dining here. Lunch is also great here.
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    La Vietta$$$$• Italian• Denver
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    4.5

Discover best Contemporary Italian restaurants in Downtown / LoDo

Discover the essence of contemporary Italian dining in the vibrant heart of Downtown Denver, specifically in the LoDo area. This district is celebrated for its dynamic dining scene, where Italian cuisine takes a modern twist, blending traditional flavors with innovative culinary techniques. Each restaurant offers a unique approach to Italian fare, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients and authentic recipes that transport diners straight to Italy. The ambiance of these dining spots ranges from casual chic to sophisticated elegance, making them perfect for any occasion, whether it's a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or a corporate event. Patrons can expect top-notch service and an extensive selection of wines that perfectly complement the rich and diverse flavors of the dishes. As a culinary hub, Downtown Denver's LoDo area enriches its visitors' palates with a memorable and genuine taste of contemporary Italian cuisine.

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