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Tavernetta Denver, Denver, CO
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Tavernetta Denver

$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 98 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Hot spot
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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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Cody Cheetham

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand

    2024

  • Award icon

    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
  • 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.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 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.
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  • Large Party Dinner Reservation

    Multiple dates available
    Tavernetta's large party dinner reservation allows for 5-10 guests dining inside and allows for a 2.5 hours dining experience. 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. Please note policies and compliance are for the safety of our guests and our team members to ensure proper sanitation between guest visits.
    Large Party Dinner Reservation Photo
  • Happy Hour Reservation

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our authentic Italian à la carte Happy Hour menu in our lounge and bar top! Happy Hour is from 3-6 PM *Please note the dinner menu is available at 5 pm for happy hour reservations, as long as the allotted dining time frame is honored (2 hours for parties of up to 4 people). 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.
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What 289 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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."
289 Reviews
  1. Anji

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Maybe we just went on a bad night. Ordered a 4-course meal - cheese plate, scallops, stuffed pasta and porchetta. Cheese plate was excellent, scallops were tasty but were cold when we got them, the stuff pasta was undercooked and the porchetta was just a big porkchop that was dry in the middle. The salsa verde was underwhelming. The wine was delicious but if paying hundreds of dollars for a meal it needs to be amazing.

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  2. Gary

    VIP

    Louisville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere, service and food were all superb. Waitresses were all pleasant, knowledgeable and helpful. Drinks and food were served in a timely manner and all dishes were excellent. It was a a very pleasant experience. We will return and probably order the same dishes, they were so good.

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  3. Glenda

    VIP

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal and excellent service. Great for special occasions.

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  4. Kyle

    VIP

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Exceptional service with personalized attention and a great wine list.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time! We went for our monthly date night and had the carpaccio, focaccia, seared scallops on a bed of puréed turnips, and a delicious pasta dish that was made with semolina and was divine!

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  6. cindy

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is incredible. World class. And the service was impeccable. If you are looking for a very special dining experience, you can't go wrong here.

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  7. mitch

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Over the top first time here. Cozy back room with excellent food and drinks. Energetic open kitchen- fun to watch the team. Coming back soon for sure.

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  8. Jeffrey

    Denver

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, slightly salty. Service was solid. Very professional, but slight pretentious. Overall, great experience

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  9. Peter

    VIP

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Have been many times and will keep coming back. The rigatoni is always amazing and Freddie made our experience all the more enjoyable!

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  10. Helene

    VIP

    Denver

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Caroline was fantastic as she handled all the issues of our traumatic day. She is the welcoming introduction to the fabulous evening. Taveretta is a gourmet present.

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FAQs

Tavernetta Denver does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

Tavernetta Denver is rated 4.7 stars by 289 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation


Booked 98 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Tavernetta Denver

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)
  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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.
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