Benzina

Name: Benzina
Address: 4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO, United States, 80220-1205
Telephone: (303) 399-2352
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

565 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 12 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 399-2352
Website
http://benzinadenver.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Daniele Bolognini

Location
4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205
Area
Park Hill
Cross Street
On East Colfax between Dahlia and Eudora
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus stop at Colfax Ave. and Elm. One block from the restaurant
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Aperol SpritzUSD 15.00
Aperol, Prosecco, Club Soda
Hugo SpritzUSD 15.00
Elderflower, Mint, Lime, Soda, Prosecco
Limoncello SpritzUSD 15.00
Limoncello, Prosecco, Club Soda
Classic NegroniUSD 16.00
Gin, Campari, Trincheri Rosso
White NegroniUSD 16.00
Gin, Alessio Blanco, Cocchi Americano
Benzina Old FashionedUSD 16.00
291 Bourbon, Meletti Amaro, Amaretto, Angostura
Gin or Vodka MartiniUSD 16.00
Belle Chasse Vodka or Bluecoat Gin Blue Cheese Olives + $1
Strawberry FieldsUSD 17.00
Mezcal, Strawberry, Ginger, Lime, Egg white
Passion Fruit MartiniUSD 17.00
Vodka, Passionfruit, Vanilla
Classic MargaritaUSD 15.00
Tequila, Luxardo Triple Sec, Lime
Top Shelf MargaritaUSD 18.00
Tequila Ocho, Luxardo Triple Sec, Lime
Italian MargaritaUSD 15.00
Tequila, Nonino Apertivo, Lime
Spiced Pear MargaritaUSD 16.00
Mezcal, Pear, Lime, Agave
Blueberry CosmoUSD 16.00
Vodka, Blueberry, Cranberry, Lime
Rosemary Empress GimletUSD 16.00
Pea Flower Gin, Lime, Rosemary Simple
Fall FashionedUSD 16.00
Aged Rum, Apple Cider, Angostura
Strawberry Basil G&TUSD 15.00
Gin, Strawberry, Basil, Tonic

Non-Alcoholic

Cherry LimeadeUSD 6.00
Club Soda, Lime, Grenadine
Phony NegroniUSD 12.00
Non-Alcoholic Negroni Alternative
0.0USD 8.00
Strawberry, Lime, Mint, Club Soda
Princess PeachUSD 8.00
Club Soda, Peach, Lime

Wines By The Glass

Ruffino Lumina ProseccoUSD 15.00
Prosecco, Italy NV
Poggio Costa Sparkling RoseUSD 15.00
Veneto, Italy
Tenute Sella RosatoUSD 14.00
Piedmont, Italy 2023
Vignetidel Sole Pinot GrigioUSD 14.00
Verona, Italy
La Chiara Gavi di GaviUSD 16.00
Piedmont, Italy
Roeno ChardonnayUSD 14.00
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
San Vincente VermentinoUSD 15.00
Tuscany, Italy
Vietti Barbera D’AstiUSD 16.00
Asti, Italy
Regaleali Nero D’AvolaUSD 14.00
Sicily, Italy
Carpineto Chianti ClassicoUSD 16.00
Tuscany, Italy
Rodney Strong Cabernet SauvignonUSD 15.00
Sonoma Country, California

Beer

Westbound & Down Italian PilsUSD 9.00
Denver, CO 4.9%
Stem Cider Pear AppleUSD 8.00
Lafayette, CO
Cerebral ’Neon Lite’ Colfax LagerUSD 8.00
Denver, CO 4.5%
Snake River “Jenny Lake” LagerUSD 8.00
Snake River, WY 5.3%
Westbound & Down IPAUSD 10.00
Denver, CO 7.0%
Westbound & Down Hazy IPAUSD 10.00
Denver, CO
Great Divide OktoberfestUSD 10.00
Denver, CO
Great Divide Denver Pale AleUSD 8.00
Denver, CO 5.0%
Menabrea LagerUSD 8.00
Biella, Italy 4.8% (bottle)
Heineken 0.0 (NA)USD 7.00
Holland (can)
Rationale Mexican Lager (NA)USD 7.00
California(can)

Dessert Drinks

Pumpkin Spice MartiniUSD 16.00
Vodka, Pumpking Spice Liqueur, Coole Swan
Tiramisu Espresso MartiniUSD 16.00
Vodka, Espresso, Tiramisu Liqueur, Mascarpone

What 565 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver
Great for outdoor dining
Denver
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benzina offers a vibrant dining experience in a unique, repurposed garage setting. Guests rave about the "excellent food," particularly the pizzas, panna cotta, and innovative Italian dishes. The "top-notch" service and lively atmosphere make it perfect for special occasions. With a "marvelous wine list" and open kitchen, it's a neighborhood gem.

565 Reviews

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Heidi
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this neighborhood spot - very warm and welcoming and the food and drinks are exceptional!! The roasted cauliflower is the best thing I’ve ever eaten!!
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Bernadette
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've been to dinner here multiple times and absolutely love the food. The Brussel Sprout Salad is to die for. Great service and ambience.
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Kevin
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 6 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the food was great, along with the service. It is an old gas stattion hence the name Benzina ( Italian for gasoline). We have been there twice in the last couple of months.
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Scott
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience at Benzine has been reliably good for the past three years since we started going. The food and drinks are all good to great and the service is never slow. I’m hungry for some bread hot from the oven with a bowl of cacio e pepe right now.
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Adam
Denver
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazing. Drinks were really good. On the dining room side it gets a little loud but nothing you can't deal with. We already made reservations for the next time.
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John
Denver
125 reviews
vip
5.0
125 reviews
Dined on 1 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is a real gem. If you are looking for authentic Italian cuisine, Chef Danny is a master at his craft and stays faithful to serving fresh Italian ingredients in creative dishes. If you are looking for a menu with dozens and dozens of items that you can customize as well as build-your-own-pizzas for just a few dollars, this is NOT the place for you. The menu is very select and changes seasonally and it never ceases to delight us with newfound favorites. The rabbit and squash tagliatelle with sage last night was sublime! I'd return tonight for a repeat if I could. And don't get me started on the hot, made-to-order bread with cacio e pepe dipping sauce/foam. Positively addictive. Or, the baby gems Caesar salad with smoked trout and herbed bread crumbs. The wine list features some marvelous, select wines with pricing appropriate for their quality. The vibe here is upbeat and casual and can be a bit "energetic" on a busy night. Overall, a fresh take on an Italian Bistro in a charming retrofitted gas station.
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Tom
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 29 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was excellent, the dishes were really good! Can’t wait to go back and try other items on the menu!
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Thomas
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Alexis was an amazing server, the food & drinks were beyond flavorful and enjoyable. The ambience was perfect for a Saturday evening and the pacing was impeccable.
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John
Denver
125 reviews
vip
5.0
125 reviews
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this restaurant. Creative Italian food served in an artful manner. Watching the “production” while sitting at the counter gives one a greater appreciation for the careful and masterful preparation by chef Danny and his line crew. All so talented. Kudos!!!
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Czarina
Philadelphia
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Unfriendly waiter. Not good service. We felt ignored. Not very accommodating.
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FAQs

Benzina does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Benzina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 399-2352.

Benzina is rated 4.8 stars by 565 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

27 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205

Additional information

Cross Street
On East Colfax between Dahlia and Eudora
Area
Park Hill
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus stop at Colfax Ave. and Elm. One block from the restaurant
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Daniele Bolognini
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://benzinadenver.com/
Phone number
(303) 399-2352

Benzina

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Mushroom

Margherita DOP

Cauliflower

Cocktails

Aperol SpritzUSD 15.00

Hugo SpritzUSD 15.00

Limoncello SpritzUSD 15.00

Classic NegroniUSD 16.00

White NegroniUSD 16.00

Benzina Old FashionedUSD 16.00

Gin or Vodka MartiniUSD 16.00

Strawberry FieldsUSD 17.00

Passion Fruit MartiniUSD 17.00

Classic MargaritaUSD 15.00

Top Shelf MargaritaUSD 18.00

Italian MargaritaUSD 15.00

Spiced Pear MargaritaUSD 16.00

Blueberry CosmoUSD 16.00

Rosemary Empress GimletUSD 16.00

Fall FashionedUSD 16.00

Strawberry Basil G&TUSD 15.00

Non-Alcoholic

Cherry LimeadeUSD 6.00

Phony NegroniUSD 12.00

0.0USD 8.00

Princess PeachUSD 8.00

Wines By The Glass

Ruffino Lumina ProseccoUSD 15.00

Poggio Costa Sparkling RoseUSD 15.00

Tenute Sella RosatoUSD 14.00

Vignetidel Sole Pinot GrigioUSD 14.00

La Chiara Gavi di GaviUSD 16.00

Roeno ChardonnayUSD 14.00

San Vincente VermentinoUSD 15.00

Vietti Barbera D’AstiUSD 16.00

Regaleali Nero D’AvolaUSD 14.00

Carpineto Chianti ClassicoUSD 16.00

Rodney Strong Cabernet SauvignonUSD 15.00

Beer

Westbound & Down Italian PilsUSD 9.00

Stem Cider Pear AppleUSD 8.00

Cerebral ’Neon Lite’ Colfax LagerUSD 8.00

Snake River “Jenny Lake” LagerUSD 8.00

Westbound & Down IPAUSD 10.00

Westbound & Down Hazy IPAUSD 10.00

Great Divide OktoberfestUSD 10.00

Great Divide Denver Pale AleUSD 8.00

Menabrea LagerUSD 8.00

Heineken 0.0 (NA)USD 7.00

Rationale Mexican Lager (NA)USD 7.00

Dessert Drinks

Pumpkin Spice MartiniUSD 16.00

Tiramisu Espresso MartiniUSD 16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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