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Tavernetta Denver

Name: Tavernetta Denver
Address: 1889 16th St, Denver, CO, United States, 80202-5901
Telephone: (720) 605-1889
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

19 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 66 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Lively

Authentic Italian. Genuine Hospitality.

Inspired by the food, wine, and culture of Italy, Tavernetta brings "la dolce vita" style to Denver's bustling Union Station neighborhood with fresh handmade pastas, an Italian directed wine & spirits list and world-class hospitality.

Tavernetta's cuisine and wine have been heralded by the James Beard Foundation, the Michelin Guide, World's 50 Best Discovery List, Wine Spectator and more.

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Executive chef: Cody Cheetham

MICHELIN Bib Gourmand
2024
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand
2023

From the OpenTable editors: This glam Union Station spot is where you go for elegant Italian fare, thanks to the award-winning team behind Boulder’s Frasca Food and Wine. In a stunning dining room decked with colorful art and a centerpiece open kitchen, feast on refined housemade pastas like a ricotta gnudi with summer black truffle that earned the restaurant MICHELIN Bib Gourmand status. Bonus points for a cozy fireside lounge and outdoor patio, perfect for lingering over a Venetian spritz or glass of wine from the mainly-Italian list.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(720) 605-1889
Website
http://www.tavernettadenver.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Memorable gatherings begin with imagination and thoughtful planning. Our Event Coordinator will work with you to design a unique menu that expertly matches food and wine.

Location
1889 16th St, Denver, CO 80202-5901
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Cross Street
16th St. between Wynkoop and Wewatta St. (on the Union Station platform)
Parking details
Valet is available through the Hotel Born by entering the hotel entrance at the corner of 16th and Wewatta. Public parking is also available in our parking garage off of 16th street between WynKoop and Wewatta.
Public transit
Take the train or the light rail and stop at Union Station. We are located on the platform of Union Station at just next to the Limelight Hotel.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Tavernetta Takeover with Chef Marc Vetri
USD 140.00 per person
Prepaid
3 Feb 2025 only
Marc Vetri Joins the Tavernetta Team for a full restaurant TAKEOVER! Known for bringing a bold, contemporary sensibility to classic Italian cooking, Marc is the owner/founder of Philadelphia's critically acclaimed Vetri Cucina. He has the longstanding reputation as being one of the most influential Italian restaurants in the country. 1st: Crudo | diver scallop, caper, red onion, winter citrus 2nd: Paglia e Fieno | chicken liver ragu, 24 month parmigiano-reggiano 3rd: Gnocchi alla Bava | japanese sweet potato, black truffle, sottocenere 4th: Agnello | colorado lamb loin, escarole, anchovy, pistachio, gremolata 5th: Chocolate Polenta Souffle | vanilla gelato
San Valentino at Tavernetta
USD 135.00 per person
14 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025
This Valentine’s Day, from February 14th through 16th, join us at Tavernetta for an elegant dining experience designed to celebrate the season of love. Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted tasting menu for $135 per person. Optional wine pairings will be available. Antipasti Barbabietole e Burrata | baby beet, burrata pugliese, pomelo OR Carne Crudo | bison tartare, porcini aioli, cured yolk, frico croccante Primi Spaghetti Nero | peekytoe crab, preserved lemon OR Gnocchi | taleggio fonduta, marsala, mushroom Secondi Costolette di Manzo | beef short rib, bone marrow risotto OR Capesante | maine diver scallop, sunchoke, chestnut Dolce Budino | chocolate, vanilla chantilly, olive oil OR Crostata al Limone | meyer lemon, yuzu, coconut
Dinner Reservation
Multiple dates available
Tavernetta's dinner reservation allows for 1 - 4 guests for inside dining. (For reservations of 5-8 guests please use the "Large Party Dinner Reservation" on this page). This reservation allows for dining within the following time frames of: 1-2 guests up to 2 hours 3-4 guests up to 2 hours and 30 minutes If you are more than 15 minutes late to your reservation, we reserve the right to adjust your reservation time or dining time frame if necessary. For reservations larger than 10 guests, please contact our reservations team at reservations@tavernettadenver.com or by calling 720-605-1889.

What 274 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver
Great for fine wines
Denver
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tavernetta Denver combines "fantastic Italian cuisine" with a "warm and welcoming atmosphere." Known for its "attentive and knowledgeable staff," the restaurant offers an exquisite menu featuring highlights like "lobster pasta" and "burrata with focaccia." While some find the pricing high, many agree it's "worth it for special occasions."

274 Reviews

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VIP
Jacksonville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I was a bit upset at my experience here! Went for my 30th birthday dinner. The food okay. The Burratta and bread was the highlight and the sage ravioli had good flavor but only came with like 8 mini raviolis.. for $38. Way overpriced. The was very overpriced and the pasta was not Al dente, it was hard. I’m sad because I wanted to love it, and we are out of town, but won’t be going back.
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Ruben
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Must say it was amazing . The food was perfect . The pasta was just right . The cocktails where made to taste .the service was very attentive and informative.
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Stephanie
VIP
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a treat dining at Tavernetta is! This was the second time we have dined here. We just love the atmosphere & the food! We will be back....again and again!
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Josef
VIP
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful service and tasty food. Highly suggest trying the Caviar Flight!
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Cameron
Denver
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
8 of us went in for my birthday. We were sat at a table so small and low to the ground that I️ couldn’t even cross my legs under the table (I’m 5’0 tall). We were greeted by our server Freddy who was outstanding!! The meats and cheese were $35 each for a small selection, and the bread was sold separately from the burrata which I️ found odd, we spent around $100 for appetizers. The bison was dry, but the NY strip and Lamb Rigatoni were phenomenal, as always. Not super driven to go back but it’s nice to experience at least once.
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Charles J
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. The pinot grigio and the service were outstanding. We went early for a birthday dinner and had a quiet table in the corner. Highly enjoyable. Friendly and welcoming staff throughout.
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Art
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrating or anniversary they made it special. Thank you
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Ahmed
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, ambiance, and service! Cocktails are fantastic.
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Barbara
VIP
Denver
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A wonderful spot by Union Station with impeccable service. Unfortunately my meal of a lamb sandwich had stale bread, over cooked lamb that was very salty. The salad was lovely as was the complimentary dessert!
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Courtney
VIP
Las Vegas
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Tavernetta was great. We were seated in the “chefs table” area so we could see the kitchen action. Our servers were not as attentive as I would have expected and drink refills were slow. I also thought the portions could have been a little heavier for the price but taste was fantastic. Would absolutely come back again.
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FAQs

Tavernetta Denver does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

Tavernetta Denver is rated 4.7 stars by 274 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

19 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 66 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1889 16th St, Denver, CO 80202-5901

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
Cross Street
16th St. between Wynkoop and Wewatta St. (on the Union Station platform)
Area
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet is available through the Hotel Born by entering the hotel entrance at the corner of 16th and Wewatta. Public parking is also available in our parking garage off of 16th street between WynKoop and Wewatta.
Public transit
Take the train or the light rail and stop at Union Station. We are located on the platform of Union Station at just next to the Limelight Hotel.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tavernettadenver.com/
Phone number
(720) 605-1889
Private party facilities
Memorable gatherings begin with imagination and thoughtful planning. Our Event Coordinator will work with you to design a unique menu that expertly matches food and wine.

Tavernetta Denver

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

Additional information

Experiences

Tavernetta Takeover with Chef Marc Vetri

San Valentino at Tavernetta

Dinner Reservation

Menu

What 274 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Tavernetta Denver offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Tavernetta Denver restaurant rated?

Is Tavernetta Denver currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information