Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

4.8

4464 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 68 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
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Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar in Downtown Denver provides first class Italian cuisine! Facilitating all of your event needs, from private receptions, corporate events, anniversaries and birthdays. Our amazing wine list showcases 500 Italian wines and 300 worldwide wines.

At the moment we do not offer valet parking, however The Crawford offers valet parking and is available in front of Union Station.
Please note, we are not affiliated with The Crawfords' Valet Parking or the parking garages around our location, thank you; Ciao!

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 534-2222
Website
http://www.veniceristorante.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Christian Delle Fave
Catering
Italian catering from Venice Ristorante and Wine Bar can handle catering orders for parties from 30 to 1000. We offer catering for corporate functions, weddings, holidays, and a number of functions. Reach out today to learn more about the exquisite options provided by our chef and staff.
Private party facilities
Venice Ristorante and Wine Bar is the perfect place to hold your next large party. We offer elegant dining paired with professional service and one of the top rated wine lists in the country. 3 course private dining menus starting at $49 dollars per person. Contact us for more details.
Private party contact
Ashley Skaja: (303) 534-2222

Location
1700 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
17th Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
Union Station Bus and Train Terminal
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Carpaccio & Polenta$19.00
Thinly sliced filet mignon, arugula, crispy capers, polenta, parmesan cheese, aioli, white truffle oil
Calamaretti e Zucchine Fritte$21.00
Flash-fried calamari rings and tentacles, julienne zucchini, spicy marinara sauce
Burrata e Pomodoro $20.00
Creamy burrata, heirloom tomatoes, wild arugula, olives, Modena balasmic reduction sauce
Mozzarella Caprese$19.00
Heirloom tomatoes, basil and dry oregano, olives
Charcuterie & Fromage$21.00
Mozzarella Caprese, Parma prosciutto, mortadella, cacciatorini salami, imported parmesan cheese, grilled rustic bread and walnuts
Veal Meat Balls$20.00
With garlic, eggs, gorgonzola, parmesan cheese, Arrabiata sauce, pancetta and grilled garlic bread

Le Insalate

Panzanella$15.00
Vine-ripened tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, ciabatta bread, wine vinaigrette
Insalata di Spinaci$13.00
Baby spinach salad, toasted almonds, orange segments and goat cheese in a raspberry vinaigrette
Insalata Lemoncello$12.00
Romaine, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, gorgonzola crumbles, almonds and "lemoncello" dressing
Insalata di Cesare$12.00
Romaine lettuce with fried capers, croutons, & shaved parmesan cheese

Le Paste Fatte in Casa

Paccheri alla Busara $29.00
Large tube pasta tossed with shrimp and cherry tomatoes in a brany pink sauce
Conchiglie con Pollo $26.00
Shell Pasta with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, broccoli and romano cheese
Pappardelle con Cinghiale$28.00
Homemade egg ribbon pasta with braised wild boar, root vegetables, plum tomatoes and wine sauce
Spaghetti con Polpettine$25.00
Spaghetti and homemade meatballs, roasted garlic, fresh tomatoes and marinara sauce
Linguine Mare$30.00
Thin flat long pasta, scallops, shrimp, Manila clams, mussels, garlic, fresh tomatoes, light marinara
Tagliatelle Bolognese$25.00
Egg ribbon pasta with parmesan and butter; served over house meat ragu
Rigatoni con Salsiccia$25.00
Short tube pasta, Italian sausage, caramelized onions, mushrooms, marinara sauce, cream

I Ravioli Fatti in Casa

Ravioli Salsiccia e Porcini$26.00
Homemade round-shaped ravioli filled with spicy Italian sausage, ricotta, porcini mushrooms, parmesan served in a porcini mushrooms, fresh tomatoes, sausage- wine sauce
Tortelloni alla Parmigiana$26.00
Homemade hat- shaped ravioli filled with fresh mozzarella, burrata & parmesan cheese served in a gorgonzola cream sauce sauce
Cappelletti di Zucca$25.00
Small hat shaped ravioli filled with roasted butternut squash, walnuts & parmesan cheese, marinara-vellutata sauce
Agnolotti ai Funghi $26.00
Homemade round shaped ravioli filled with portobello and cremini mushrooms, parmesan and ricotta cheese with a hint of garlic and porcini, served in a porcini and gorgonzola cream sauce
Lasagna Bolognese$27.00
Italian style lasagna baked in the oven with bolognese and bechamel-parmesan

Gli Gnocchi Fatti in Casa & Il Risotto

Gnocchi alla Vodka e Burrata $26.00
Potato dumplings in vodkaa pink sauce and parmesn cheese, served with a fresh burratina
Risotto con Spinaci e Salsiccia $27.00
Imported Italian rice with spicy italian sausage, tomatoes, mushrooms, fresh spinach, parmesan cheese, drizzled witgh truffled oil

Le Carni Bianche

Pollo alla Milanese$26.00
Lightly breaded chicken breast sautéed until golden brown, arugula salad with cherry tomatoes, red onions, parmesan cheese and lemon vinaigrette
Pollo al Marsala$26.00
Chicken breast sautéed in a Marsala wine sauce with fresh porcini & wild mushrooms
Galletto Caprese$25.00
Chicken breast sautéed with fresh tomatoes, marinara sauce, parmesan & fresh mozzarella, then finished in the oven
Polletto Piccata$25.00
Chicken breast with capers & roasted garlic finished in a lemon chardonnay wine sauce
Medaglioni di Pollo $27.00
Chicken breast medallions filled with Parma prosciutto, asparagus and fontina cheese then finished in the oven with a chardonnay wine sauce, served with seasonal vegatables

Il Vitello

Ossobucco di Vitello$41.00
Veal shank braised with plum tomatoes and root vegetables, barolo wine sauce, fettuccine pasta
Scaloppine Marsala$34.00
Veal scaloppine with fresh button mushrooms in a Marsala wine sauce
Scaloppine Piccata$34.00
Veal scaloppine with capers & roasted garlic finished in a lemon chardonnay wine sauce
Vitello alla Milense $34.00
Lightly breaded veal scaloppini sauteed until glden brown, arugula salad, cherry tomatoes, red onions, parmesan cheese & lemon vinaigrette .

Red Meat

Agnello alla Brace$45.00
10 oz. double chops Colorado lamb, roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus

Fish

Mahi Mahi ai Carciofi$29.00
Pan-seared fresh mahi-mahi with garlic, artichokes & capers in a lemon wine sauce, seasonal vegetables
Branzino ai Carciofi$39.00
Pan-seared fresh wild-caught Chilean seabass with garlic, artichokes and capers in a lemon wine sauce; seasonal vegetables

Dessert

Gelati Misti $10.00
Choose 3 scoops of your favorite flavors; Gelato: Chocolate or Vanilla, Sorbet: Lemon or Strawberry
Profiteroles al Cioccolato$14.00
A combination of dark pastry puffs filled with chantilly cream and covered with a dark chocolate mousse
Tiramisu$14.00
Espresso soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream and chocolate chips
Cheesecake $14.00
Homemade cheese cake with fresh strawberry sauce, whipped cream and finished with fresh berries
Cannolis $14.00
Four pastry shells filled with sweet ricotta, candied fruit and chocolate chips

What 4,464 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 / Colorado
Italian
Denver
Great for fine wines
Denver
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar delights with "authentic Italian cuisine" and a "vast wine selection," offering a "cozy and lively" ambiance. Guests praise the "attentive and friendly" staff, making it perfect for "special occasions." While noise levels can vary, the "exceptional food" and "superb service" create a memorable dining experience.

4,464 Reviews

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emilee
Portland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was Christmas so we were very grateful to have such a great experience.
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Jen
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Christmas Dinner with my son at Venice Ristorante in Denver. Great view across from a decorated Union Station. Reservations at 6pm, sat at 6:15. Bread service was an ample amount for two with leftovers. Worth the price as far as volume but not overwhelmingly amazing. Appetizer: fried zucchini and calamari. Zucchini was amazing! Calamari needed salt but well cooked. Spicy marina dipping sauce, very mild, zero heat. Enough for 3 people. Entrees: Gnocchi with Burrata was incredible and a large portion. We took half home. Excellent texture and taste. Highly recommend. Piccata: well cooked, could cut with a fork, mash potatoes silky, veggies average. Three huge pieces, easy dish to split, if desired. Pics of of not great due to lighting. Huge shout out to the manager and hostess. There was an elderly gentleman that missed the stairs and fell face first on the floor, resulting in a bloody facial lacaration and injuries. They did great with a packed restaurant on Christmas, handling the situation. Holiday dining note: our server was great, I ashed him about his night and he seemed reserved. I said I hoped he was making some good holiday money with nice customers. And he his face dropped. He was so sweet and said not really, no one’s tipping or really nice. We did our best to change that and basically left half our check amount as a tip. But a small reminder that a bit of kindness even a compliment or smile goes a long way, especially on the service industry, on a holiday.
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Barbara
Denver
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I ordered Veal Marsala . It came out lukewarm. The whole experience was less than mediocre. It was Christmas Day, still no excuse for serving food that was not warm and the v vegetables in particular the carrots was inedible because severely undercooked!!! The veal was very tough and the wait service was understaffed. I am Italian and my ancestors would never serve such a mediocre, inadequate meal. Will not return . Much better Italian restaurants around ! Tavernetta is one of them.
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kelly
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great Christmas Lunch here! Food, Service, Ambience were all great. Thank you!
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Stephanie
Denver
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very accomodating for our large party of 12 on Christmas Eve! Great food, ample staff, and attentive to any special needs. Did I mention the food? Delicious!
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Scott
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Waiter told us he was given us a calamari on the house. He kept pushing it. When we got home, we noticed he charged us for it.
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John
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Christmas Eve Dinner, very good food, attentive service, I would recommend this to anyone who is able to pay an upscale amount for good food.
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Andrew
VIP
Denver
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Venice never disappoints. The filet mignon for Christmas 🎄 Eve dinner was delish!
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Mark
VIP
Las Vegas
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Italian restaurant. Bread service was outstanding and both our entrees were delicious.! Highly recommended and we definitely will be returning.
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Janice
VIP
Denver
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the food, had a great server! Had to wait a long time to get seated, even with a reservation, but would easily go back again.
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FAQs

Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 534-2222.

Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 4464 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 68 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

1700 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
17th Street
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Wine Bar
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Union Station Bus and Train Terminal
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Christian Delle Fave
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.veniceristorante.com/
Phone number
(303) 534-2222
Catering
Italian catering from Venice Ristorante and Wine Bar can handle catering orders for parties from 30 to 1000. We offer catering for corporate functions, weddings, holidays, and a number of functions. Reach out today to learn more about the exquisite options provided by our chef and staff.
Private party facilities
Venice Ristorante and Wine Bar is the perfect place to hold your next large party. We offer elegant dining paired with professional service and one of the top rated wine lists in the country. 3 course private dining menus starting at $49 dollars per person. Contact us for more details.
Private party contact
Ashley Skaja: (303) 534-2222

Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Lasagna Bolognese

Linguine Mare

Veal Meat Balls

Gli Antipasti

Carpaccio & Polenta$19.00

Calamaretti e Zucchine Fritte$21.00

Burrata e Pomodoro $20.00

Mozzarella Caprese$19.00

Charcuterie & Fromage$21.00

Veal Meat Balls$20.00

Le Insalate

Panzanella$15.00

Insalata di Spinaci$13.00

Insalata Lemoncello$12.00

Insalata di Cesare$12.00

Le Paste Fatte in Casa

Paccheri alla Busara $29.00

Conchiglie con Pollo $26.00

Pappardelle con Cinghiale$28.00

Spaghetti con Polpettine$25.00

Linguine Mare$30.00

Tagliatelle Bolognese$25.00

Rigatoni con Salsiccia$25.00

I Ravioli Fatti in Casa

Ravioli Salsiccia e Porcini$26.00

Tortelloni alla Parmigiana$26.00

Cappelletti di Zucca$25.00

Agnolotti ai Funghi $26.00

Lasagna Bolognese$27.00

Gli Gnocchi Fatti in Casa & Il Risotto

Gnocchi alla Vodka e Burrata $26.00

Risotto con Spinaci e Salsiccia $27.00

Le Carni Bianche

Pollo alla Milanese$26.00

Pollo al Marsala$26.00

Galletto Caprese$25.00

Polletto Piccata$25.00

Medaglioni di Pollo $27.00

Il Vitello

Ossobucco di Vitello$41.00

Scaloppine Marsala$34.00

Scaloppine Piccata$34.00

Vitello alla Milense $34.00

Red Meat

Agnello alla Brace$45.00

Fish

Mahi Mahi ai Carciofi$29.00

Branzino ai Carciofi$39.00

Dessert

Gelati Misti $10.00

Profiteroles al Cioccolato$14.00

Tiramisu$14.00

Cheesecake $14.00

Cannolis $14.00

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