Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Denver / Colorado
  4. Denver
  5. Uptown
Cattivella, Denver, CO

Cattivella

4.6
4.6
2223 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

Make a booking

2 people
20:30
Booked 29 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for happy hour
Award-winning Denver chef Elise Wiggins welcomes you to Cattivella, wood-fired Italian in the Eastbridge project in the Stapleton neighborhood where she lives. Cattivella translates to “naughty girl”.

Chef/Owner Wiggins brings decades of restaurant experience to Cattivella and was named Best Italian by Westword and winner of multiple awards for food and service from The Denver Post, 5280 magazine, The American Culinary Federation and The American Automobile Association. She makes an annual pilgrimage to Italy to work with Italian chefs and learn the classic techniques and ingredients that she employs at Cattivella.

An exhibition kitchen is the star of the show at Cattivella and focuses all attention on a wood-burning pizza oven, a wood-burning grill and the graceful dance of the Cattivella cooks.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 17:00–21:00 Tue–Sun 17:00–18:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Dinner Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (303) 645-3779
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Elise Wiggins
  • Catering
    We do on and off site catering. please contact us for more information. 303-645-3779
  • Private party facilities
    Awarding Woodfire Italian Restaurant set in a beautiful modern and open space. Surrounded by glass and huge wrap around patio, Cattivella is a sophisticated environment with out being too stuffy.
  • Area
    Uptown
  • Cross Street
    29th/ Havana
  • Parking details
    A parking lot of no charge is available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • 4-6 every day & all day on mondays

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 17:00 - 20:45
    Come try our happy hour....huge portions for super cheap!

What 2,223 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cattivella offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with "wonderful food and wine." Guests rave about its "exceptional service" and "delicious meals," highlighting dishes like the burrata and pasticcio. The restaurant's tasting menu is a hit, with patrons praising its creativity and value. Perfect for date nights and special occasions, Cattivella consistently delivers a "spectacular meal" experience.

2,223 Reviews
  1. Eyal

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, the salami pizza was excellent. We’ll definitely come again.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Dorothy

    Denver

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was on point, despite a few miscommunications with the kitchen - runner took great care to make sure everyone was taken care of. Food delicious as always!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Catherine

    Denver

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    our third visit, and this restaurant continues to blow our minds - inventive, delicious, beautifully presented. the service is outstanding, with Chef Elise overseeing the entire operation with warmth and humor and efficiency. absolutely my favorite place in Denver to eat...

    Is this helpful?

  4. Patricia

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant, food and service. Our favorite.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Richard

    Denver

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Arrived for my 530 reservation about 10 mins early. Checked in with the host and I was told that they have a large party reservation at 7. Sounds like a themissue not a me issue. Sat at the table and the service was good. Waiter was prompt and attentive. Bread was fabulous. Food was average at best. I had the lamb and pasta...it was more like brisket. Sauce was nothing special. Rest of the group was also not impressed with the food. Made sure my mom's birthday was wrapped up at 659..for their big party reservation. When I was leaving no large parry was waiting for the 4 top table I was sitting at.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Marc

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the tasting menu. Each course was delicious . Portions were small but there were four courses so by the end we were full. We sat at the counter and were amazed at the process. Wonderful.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Karla

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We frequent this place, it’s our last minute date night restaurant. The menu was updated and it was delicious! The service was excellent as well!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Valeri

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    It was so incredibly hot that one of us felt slightly ill - temperature needs to be regulated

    Is this helpful?

  9. Cynthia

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the seating and the staff gave it plenty of privacy without missing any needs

    Is this helpful?

  10. Michael

    Denver

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the tiny tasting menu. Nice change of pace for the menu.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Cattivella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 645-3779.

Cattivella is rated 4.6 stars by 2223 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
20:30
Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cattivella

10195 E 29th Drive, Ste 110, Denver, CO 80238-3025

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    29th/ Havana
  • Area
    Uptown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 17:00–21:00 Tue–Sun 17:00–18:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Dinner Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    A parking lot of no charge is available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Elise Wiggins
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (303) 645-3779
  • Catering
    We do on and off site catering. please contact us for more information. 303-645-3779
  • Private party facilities
    Awarding Woodfire Italian Restaurant set in a beautiful modern and open space. Surrounded by glass and huge wrap around patio, Cattivella is a sophisticated environment with out being too stuffy.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo