Aperitivo

Name: Aperitivo
Address: 5530 Spine Rd, Boulder, CO, United States, 80301
Telephone: (303) 530-1516
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

52 Reviews

$30 and under

Global, International

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****Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Special Prefix Menu available only on Thanksgiving. Regular menu will not be available Dec 24th or Dec 25th.****

Gunbarrel's finest bistro, begins with Italy's Lavazza Coffee, handmade Lunch, Tapas, a wide variety of Main Entrees and weekend brunch, with an eclectic wine and craft cocktail list.... Aperitivo translates to a beginning.... lets begin our culinary relationship.... see you soon!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

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Takeout

(303) 530-1516

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Global, International, Contemporary European, Contemporary Asian
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 530-1516
Website
https://www.aperitivoboulder.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Owned/operated by
Asian and Pacific Islander, Latinx or Hispanic, LGBTQ+
Executive chef
Miguel Vazquez

Location
5530 Spine Rd, Boulder, CO 80301
Neighborhood
Gunbarrel
Cross street
Lookout Road and Spine Road
Parking details
our Apex 5510 campus is OPEN for parking while dining with Aperitivo.... please feel free to park in any open space... see you soon.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Pate$9.00
Pate, huckleberry jam, cornichos, baguette
Burrata Cheese with Aceto Balsamico$14.00
Fresh burrata cheese, Aceto Balsamico de Modena, truffle oil, sun dried tomatoes, crispy garlic, sourdough bread
Crispy Coconut Shrimp$9.00
Fried rispy coconut shrimp, sweet chili sauce
Garlic Parmesan Fries$7.00
Garlic Parmesan Fries with a side of chipotle aioli
Truffle Parmesan Fries$8.00
Truffle Parmesan Fries with a side of chipotle aioli
Gourmet Marinated Olives$8.00
Pitted Olives, olive oil, red wine vinegar, parmesan cheese
Bruschetta$9.00
baby heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, balsamic vinaigrette, basil, baguette
Organic Hummus and Pita Bread$8.00
Hummus, chimichurri sauce, parsley, pita bread
Smoked Salmon Carpaccio$15.00
Saffron Aioli, crispy cappers, arugula, parmesan cheese, croutons, lemon

Main Entrées

Available open to close. Ask about our gluten-free options. Round of Beer for Kitchen Staff $6

Pan Seared Salmon 8oz$24.00
Israeli couscous, roasted vegetables and citrus gastrique
Oven Roasted Mahi Mahi & Mango Cilantro Coulis$22.00
Roasted vegetables, farro, mango cilantro coulis sauce
Risotto and Mushrooms$17.00
Parmesan risotto, mushrooms, Aceto balsamico de Modena
Creamy Pesto Risotto$18.00
Creamy pesto parmesan risotto, with choice of proteins or vegetables. Choice of(Required) Vegetables, Chicken, Braised Beef Short Ribs +$4, Shrimp +$5
Panang Curry$17.00
Coconut milk, Panang curry, peas & carrots, Thai basil, side of white rice, choice of protein/veggies. Curry Options: Chicken, Roasted Vegetables, Braised Beef Short Ribs +$4
Peanut Curry$17.00
Basil, peas, carrots, red peppers; choice of protein/veggies. Choice Of: Slow Braised Beef +$4, Chicken, Vegetables, Shrimp +$5, salmon +$10, Mahi Mahi +$10
Beef Bourguignon$21.00
Slow braised beef, Peas, Carrots, Celery, Onions, Roasted potatoes
Penne Jambalaya$19.00
Creamy Cajun sauce, Andouille sausage, Penne pasta, Peppers, Tomatoes, Onions, Chicken and Shrimp
Creamy Gorgonzola and Smoked Salmon Pasta$19.00
Smoked salmon, Onions, Gorgonzola, Parmesan, Cream, Penne pasta, Parsley, Crispy capers
Fettuccine and Chicken Cacciatore$17.00
Fettuccini pasta, tomato sauce, onions, peppers, diced tomatoes, cappers, garlic, white wine, oregano, basil, parsley
Fettuccine ai Funghi$17.00
Fettuccine pasta, vodka sauce, wild mushrooms, parmesan cheese
Chicken Penne Alfredo$17.00
Penne pasta, roasted chicken with Alfredo sauce
Penne Primavera$17.00
Roasted vegetables, Pink sauce, Parmesan cheese
Creamy Pesto Penne Pasta$17.00
Creamy pesto sauce, penne pasta, choice of veggies or protien. Choice of: Vegetables, Chicken, Braised Beef Short Ribs +$4, Shrimp +$5

Plant Based Vegan Dinner Entrées

Vegetable Medley and Quinoa$18.00
Roasted vegetables, quinoa, avocado vinaigrette, aceto balsamico de Modena. Choice of: Vegetables, Chicken, Braised Beef Short Ribs +$4, Shrimp +$5
Ancient Grain$18.00
Farro, onions, peppers, tomatoes, cranberries, potatoes, spinach, parsley, spinach, vegetable broth reduction
Rissotto Bolognese$18.00
Arborio rice, marinara, tofu preserves parsley
Pesto Quinoa$18.00
Quinoa, roasted vegetables, onions, peppers, tomatoes, raisins, pesto sauce

Salads

Seasonal Roasted Vegetable Salad$14.00
Seasonal roasted vegetables, cannellini beans, cranberries, mix greens, red wine vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$10.00
Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese and gourmet Caesar dressing
Spinach & Strawberry Salad$10.00
Spinach, strawberry, candied walnuts, red onion, feta cheese, tomato and balsamic vinaigrette
Farro & Mixed Green Salad$10.00
organic mixed greens, farro, onions, candied walnuts, dried cranberries, peppers, gorgonzola cheese, pomegranate vinaigrette
Small Side Salad*$5.00
Small organic greens side salad, onions, peppers, with balsamic vinaigrette
Small Caesar Salad$6.00
Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese and gourmet Caesar dressing
Quinoa Chimichurri Salad$10.00
Organic greens, quinoa, onions, peppers, dried cranberries, chimichurri sauce

Desserts

Brownie Sundae$9.00
Chocolate brownie, fruit, chocolate topping, whipped cream and your choice of gelato. Gelato flavor: Vanilla, Caramel
Carrot Cake Slice$8.00
Carrot Cake slice served with berries and raspberry sauce
Affogato$8.00
Choice of gelato with a single shot of espresso poured on top. Choice of: Vanilla, Caramel
Sorbet
Raspberry
- Single Scoop$4.50
- Double Scoop$7.00
Gelato
Vanilla, Salted Caramel
- Single Scoop$4.50
- Double Scoop$7.00
Biscotto a la Mode - Pizookie$9.00
Skillet-baked chocolate chip cookie, Vanilla Gelato, whipped cream, raspberry sauce and berries (allow 10 to 15 for preparation)

Espresso & Coffee

Milk Options: Whole milk, Oat milk +$1, Cream

Latte 16oz
Espresso with steamed milk
- 2 Shots$5.00
- 3 Shots$5.70
- 4 Shots$6.40
Cappuccino 16oz
espresso with steamed milk foam
- 2 Shots$5.00
- 3 Shots$5.70
- 4 Shots$6.40
Flavored Latte 16oz
Espresso with steamed milk, flavored syrup
- 2 Shots$5.50
- 3 Shots$6.20
- 4 Shots$6.90
Cortado$4.00
Double espresso with equal parts steamed milk with foam
Espresso Shots
Single or double shot of Lavazza espresso
- Single$3.00
- Double$4.00
Americano 16oz
Espresso with hot water
- 2 Shots$4.00
- 3 Shots$4.70
- 4 Shots$5.40

Drinks

Italian Soda 16oz$3.50
Soft drink made from carbonated water and flavored syrup. Flavors: Vanilla, Caramel, Lime, Raspberry, Blood Orange, Watermelon, Blueberry, Pineapple, Huckleberry, Pasion Fruit, Strawberry, Pumpking Spice
Soft Drink 16oz$3.50
Choices: Diet Pepsi, Ginger Ale, Dr Pepper, Lemonade
Iced Tea 16oz$3.50
Iced black or green tea
Arnold Palmer$3.50
Black tea and lemonade
Thai Iced Tea 16oz$4.00
Thai tea, milk or alternative milk, sweetened or unsweetened. Milk Options: Whole milk, Oat milk +$1, Cream +$1.20
Mexican Coke$4.00

Aperitivo Signature Cocktails

Round of Beer for Kitchen Staff $6

Blue Lagoon$12.00
Tequila, clue curacao, Breckenridge bitters, lime, pineapple syrup, egg whites
Holliday Coquito (Warm)$13.00
Rum, Coquito, lillet, Pineapple syrup, Expresso
FireSide$12.00
Tequila, d'Amore liquor, Expresso Shot, simple
Munich Negroni$10.00
Bourbon, campari, hazelnut liquor, sweet vermouth
Lavender Smoke$13.00
Mezcal, gin, lime juice, lavender syrup
Lets We Forget$10.00
Gin, Campari, madeira, lemon juice, lavender bitters
Born in Italy, Raised in Oaxaca$13.00
Mezcal, Lime, Simple Syrup, Basil, Egg Whites
Hot Toddy$10.00
Whiskey, coconut chai bitters, amaretto syrup, lemon juice, lemon wedge
Lavender Martini$10.00
Vodka, lavender bitters, lavender syrup, triple sec, lemon juice
French Kiss$13.00
Rye Whiskey, Crème de Cassis, Absinthe, Lemon, Egg Whites
Sweet Dreams$14.00
Roku Gin, Green Chartreuse, Elderflower Liqueur, Lemon, Basil

Classic Cocktails

If takeout or delivery, must purchase food item with purchase

Elderflower Gin & Tonic$10.00
Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Elderflower Tonic, Lime juice
Aperitivo Margarita$10.00
Tequila, Lime, Agave, Orange Liqour
Elderflower Cosmo$10.00
Vodka, St Germain, Cranberry juice, Lime juice, Simple syrup
Whiskey Mexican Coke
Whiskey, Mexican Coke
- Single Shot$9.00
- Double Shot$13.00
Maple Bacon Old Fashioned$12.00
Maker's Mark Whiskey, Maple, Bacon, orange bitters
Aperol Negroni$10.00
Gin, Aperol, Lillet Blanc
Classic Martini$10.00
Gin, Dry Vermouth, Lemon Peel
Classic Negroni$10.00
Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth
Manhattan$10.00
Rye Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura
Old Fashioned$10.00
Rye Whiskey, Sugar, Angostura
Long Island Iced Tea$10.00
Tequila, Vodka, White Rum, Orange Liqueur, Lime, Coke
Classic Gimlet$10.00
Gin, Sugar, Lime
White Lady$10.00
Gin, Orange Liqueur, Lemon, Egg White
New York Sour$10.00
Rye Whiskey, Sugar, Lemon, Egg White
Rob Roy$10.00
Scotch, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura
Whiskey Sour$10.00
Bourbon, Lemon, Sugar, Egg White

Wine

Port Wine - Dona Antonia 10 Years Old Tawny Porto$8.00
1 1/2 oz / Portugal / Douro Demarcated Region / This wine has intense aromas with all the characteristics of well-balanced ageing in wood. It is especially appreciated with desserts, intense cheeses and nuts
Chardonnay - Shoofly - Australia / Adelaide Hills / 2015
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$32.00
Chardonnay / Viognier - Oveja Negra - Chile / Maule Valley / 2019
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$32.00
Riesling - Seaglass - California / Central Coast / Monterey / 2017
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$32.00
Pinot Grigio - Torre di Luna - Italy / Trentino / 2018
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$32.00
Sauvignon Blanc - Grove Mill - Marlborough, New Zealand 2019
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
(Favorite) Red Blend - Silk & Spice - Portugal / 2018
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
Merlot - Sand Point - California / Central Valley / 2016
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$32.00
Malbec - La Linda - Argentina / Mendoza / 2019
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
Pinot Noir - Sea Sun - California / Monterey / 2018
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
Chianti - Querceto - Italy / Toscana / 2017
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$42.00
Lillet Blanc
- 1.5oz$7.00
Campari
- 1.5oz$7.00
Aperol
- 1.5oz$7.00
Conundrum, White Blend, California
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$40.00

Beer

Red IPA - Finkel & Garf$5.00
Hoppy, Fruity, Smooth - 12oz single can (6.5% ABV)
American Lager - Finkel & Garf$5.00
Crisp, Dry, Floral - 12oz single can (4.8% ABV)

What 52 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.1Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Denver / Colorado
Neighborhood gem
Denver / Colorado
Global, International
Boulder Area
Best Value
Boulder Area
Innovative
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Boulder Area
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
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The beef borgenion
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KellyO
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and super nice people. A nice quiet little restaurant.
r
ralpho
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
I hate to say anything good about this place, as it might get discovered! Small, quiet and with stellar food, personal service from Chef to servers. A go- to for a bit of a splurge.
P
Pattyjo
Denver
99 reviews
vip
5.0
99 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely Birthday lunch. Our server brought us a delicious birthday dessert. Will definitely be back.
AT
AngieT
Denver
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
We ordered a variety of dishes for the 4 of us, and it was all really good. It’s a cute restaurant with very friendly staff. We will definitely be going back.
WF
WilliamF
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Very friendly and absolutely great food!
F
Foodsnob1973
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
We have ate at some of the best restaurants in the world, and this place was such an unexpected, fortuitous surprise! We had forgotten to make Christmas reservations and found Aperitivo at the last minute. Although the holiday menu was simple and the atmosphere anything but fancy, the execution of the food was flawless and fantastically delicious! It was one of those visits when the phrase "the BEST I have ever had" was muttered over and over. The tomato bisque, chicken cordon bleu, and tiramisu were all absolutely divine. The people at the other table eating the curry were also raving. This is a neighborhood gem and we will return often and start placing our Doordash and Grubhub orders with them.
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ralpho
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Brilliant food, excellent and personal service. A bit small, but that could be a plus. Top of my list.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Good was delicious. A bit slow. Would definitely go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience3
The staff was great. They were very busy and seemed short handed but handled it well. The food was just so so. The calamari was good but was not freshly prepared. The trufle parm fries were great. I had the Mahi Mahi and it seemed like it was previously frozen but the waitress said it was fresh when I ordered. Either way it was overcooked. My wife had the lamb stew. It was pretty good and better then the fish. Prices were reasonable.
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EdwardL
Denver
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
I'm a big fan. Always great food. Always friendly staff. Always laid back environment. Truly a secret gem in North Boulder/Gunbarrel....a bit apprehensive to let the word out but good people deserve, good promotion. Give it a shot - you won't regret it.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Food and Service!👍👍👍
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MattF
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very enjoyable time. The food was delicious and the blueberry mojito was outstanding!
MD
MikeD
Denver
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time here and definitely not the last. Great food and great atmosphere. The service was spot on. Definitely coming back.
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houssie
Denver
42 reviews
vip
4.0
42 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
A nice little spot to have in Gunbarrel, we can walk to it, sit outside and have a glass of wine. A little disappointed that some former favorites are off the menu. :( Mouth watering all day for the quinoa salad and it's gone.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved this place! Our first time and only found it due to being on OT. Food and service were great. Can’t wait to go back for coffee.
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Boulderite
Denver
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience5
This was a night in which half the staff was missing. However they never did anything to compensate us for the fact that they didn’t seat us for close to half an hour after we arrived with a reservation. The gluten free bread was simply toast which came after the food, even though we were super hungry by the time they took our order. The Penang curry seemed to be made from frozen peas and carrots. I would have thought they would have offered us a round of drinks or dessert because of the mess. They could have even told us to go elsewhere when we arrived rather than make us ask to be seated 3 times over 25 minutes.
BC
BudC
Denver
32 reviews
vip
3.0
32 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
We were very excited to check out Aperitivo but we were disappointed on several different levels. The service was spotty but not terrible. We had to ask to get drink refills and one of the items on the menu was not available but the server didn't know that so 10 minutes later we get the news. The other side of having such a huge menu is that it can take awhile to find another option. For the food, it was mediocre at best. The Dutch Baby was not much more than a pancake cooked in a skillet. It is supposed to be fluffy and greatly expanded but this one just languished in the bottom of the skillet. The risotto dish was way too salty and wasn't very appealing being a grey-brown pile of something with a little bit of parsley on the top. All in all, a disappointing lunch.
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catherines
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The service was warm and welcoming. Nice decor. Good menu. Tasty. Will be back!
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ABRH
Baltimore
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place!
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Producto
Denver
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food and special cocktails were perfect. Friendly, attentive staff. We will make Apertivo our new regular got to spot.
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Celebration
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Dinner was very good and the service was great! The drinks were also very good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a beer at Finkle & Garf and walked over for a yummy dinner at Aperitivo. What a pleasant surprise right here in Gunbarrel! Will recommend it to friends.
MD
MsDorisC
Denver
37 reviews
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience3
Aperitivo's website and menu made my mouth water, so my friend and I were really looking forward to a great dining experience. First off, parking is hard to come by since mosts spots near the restaurant are reserved for the apartment/condo residents. When we first arrived, the host did not seem to care that I'd made an OpenTable reservation (I knew I'd be marked as a no-show and would have to clear that up with OpenTable, which I did.). Our waiter couldn't remember what I'd ordered and had to come back and ask again: side of fruit, not salad; yes, cream with my coffee. I'd made some assumptions about the food and presentation since the chef/owner is a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Institute in Las Vegas, but our sandwiches were just "good," not "fabulous," as I'd hoped. It's a nice neighborhood spot for good eats, but I wouldn't recommend it as a dining destination.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Awesome meal and Brandon was a great waiter. Miguel cooks like an angel and everything was wonderful. We will be back.
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redcardinal
Denver
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Best chef in Boulder
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redcardinal
Denver
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience4
Fantastic food and wine.
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bigsal
Denver
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food at a awesome value! Very personal waiters and chef! Loved the Mocktail choices.
RM
RichardM
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience4
Had a great experience. Booked at the last minute and came in with zero expectations. We were blown away with the food and the service.
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redcardinal
Denver
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience4
Awesome meal and fantastic chef
r
redcardinal
Denver
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing clam chowder. In fact all the food is superb.
MY
MarkY
Denver
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience4
We were there on Cabaret night and it was packed it took over an hour to get served and then we eventually didnt order dinner because they have a one man kitchen and we had already been there over two hours waiting for out apps. Sorry but it is a big fail
BQ
BethQ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience3
Excellent food; friendly service. We were looking for breakfast in this part of Boulder and it was a great find.
MB
MoBanks
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We brought my husbands family here and every single one of our meals was outstanding. My MIL said it will be a must stop for their visits from now on. I'm excited to go back for dinner sometime soon. My Bro-in-law said he never new scones could be soft soft and airy. It was the best meal any of us have had in a long time!
KL
KristineL
Denver
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2019
overall3food4service5ambience2
The service was excellent. The most bothersome thing was the chairs on the tables (they had been cleaning for opening and we came at 5:30). I felt they should've taken them down immediately when customers entered the restaurant.
BF
BoulderFamilyMan
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
2.0
18 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience4
Really poor food for the price. Tiny portions. Service was pretty bad too. Will not be back.
BR
BradR
Denver
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
The drinks, specifically the winter cosmo, were fantastic! My wife & I enjoyed date night! The menu didn't disappoint; she enjoyed the Gnocchi & I the Penang Curry. Great place & fantastic staff. A+, we'll sure be back, looking forward to summer menu specials! Cheers!!
DE
DEBSDines
Chicago
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2019
overall3food4service3ambience2
Oh my. . . I want this to catch the attention of the owner of Apertivo, because he has a staff that's too small (one waiter, one cook). Lovely menu with good food (scallops are excellent!). However, took about 40 mins. just to be served drinks and apps. At the end of 2.5 hours, my husband still hadn't been served his dinner. It was extremely uncomfortable for everyone. The owner MUST invest in making this restaurant work, or it will go under. The waiter and cook/bartender need more help. Please provide it for them so this restaurant can be a success.
K
Kynaroo
Denver
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2019
overall3food5service1ambience2
We arrived at 7 pm for our Valentines Day dinner reservations. We ordered the fixed menu and a cocktail. Cocktails arrived but no further contact for 90 minutes except constant “so sorry, we are very busy” however couples arriving after we did were served and gone by the time I went in search of the manager at 8:30 pm. Oh no, are you sure you didn’t already have your appetizers? Yes very sure, we did not even have silverware or napkins. Nearly the last people there and they ran out of most choices for dessert in the fixed menu. We were given a gift certificate for next time, but as much as we like the food, it is really worth a 90 minute wait for food and the frustration? No discount or extra wine offered either. It appears the owners are the waiters, but Id suggest some wait staff hired would allow the management to actually manage. Lovely food but a true disappointment on a special day.
KF
KenF
Denver
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Try the thai curry or the gnocchi! Great food and excellent host.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Aperitivo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 530-1516.

Aperitivo is rated 4.5 stars by 52 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(303) 530-1516

5530 Spine Rd, Boulder, CO 80301

Additional information

Cross street
Lookout Road and Spine Road
Neighborhood
Gunbarrel
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Cuisines
Global, International, Contemporary European, Contemporary Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
our Apex 5510 campus is OPEN for parking while dining with Aperitivo.... please feel free to park in any open space... see you soon.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Asian and Pacific Islander, Latinx or Hispanic, LGBTQ+
Executive chef
Miguel Vazquez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.aperitivoboulder.com/
Phone number
(303) 530-1516

Aperitivo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

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Specials

Center Cut Choice Sirloin Steak$25.00

Seasonal Roasted Vegetable Salad$14.00

Tapas / Small Plates

Pate$9.00

Burrata Cheese with Aceto Balsamico$14.00

Crispy Coconut Shrimp$9.00

Garlic Parmesan Fries$7.00

Truffle Parmesan Fries$8.00

Gourmet Marinated Olives$8.00

Bruschetta$9.00

Organic Hummus and Pita Bread$8.00

Smoked Salmon Carpaccio$15.00

Main Entrées

Pan Seared Salmon 8oz$24.00

Oven Roasted Mahi Mahi & Mango Cilantro Coulis$22.00

Risotto and Mushrooms$17.00

Creamy Pesto Risotto$18.00

Panang Curry$17.00

Peanut Curry$17.00

Beef Bourguignon$21.00

Penne Jambalaya$19.00

Creamy Gorgonzola and Smoked Salmon Pasta$19.00

Fettuccine and Chicken Cacciatore$17.00

Fettuccine ai Funghi$17.00

Chicken Penne Alfredo$17.00

Penne Primavera$17.00

Creamy Pesto Penne Pasta$17.00

Plant Based Vegan Dinner Entrées

Vegetable Medley and Quinoa$18.00

Ancient Grain$18.00

Rissotto Bolognese$18.00

Pesto Quinoa$18.00

Salads

Seasonal Roasted Vegetable Salad$14.00

Caesar Salad$10.00

Spinach & Strawberry Salad$10.00

Farro & Mixed Green Salad$10.00

Small Side Salad*$5.00

Small Caesar Salad$6.00

Quinoa Chimichurri Salad$10.00

Desserts

Brownie Sundae$9.00

Carrot Cake Slice$8.00

Affogato$8.00

Sorbet

Gelato

Biscotto a la Mode - Pizookie$9.00

Espresso & Coffee

Latte 16oz

Cappuccino 16oz

Flavored Latte 16oz

Cortado$4.00

Espresso Shots

Americano 16oz

Drinks

Italian Soda 16oz$3.50

Soft Drink 16oz$3.50

Iced Tea 16oz$3.50

Arnold Palmer$3.50

Thai Iced Tea 16oz$4.00

Mexican Coke$4.00

Aperitivo Signature Cocktails

Blue Lagoon$12.00

Holliday Coquito (Warm)$13.00

FireSide$12.00

Munich Negroni$10.00

Lavender Smoke$13.00

Lets We Forget$10.00

Born in Italy, Raised in Oaxaca$13.00

Hot Toddy$10.00

Lavender Martini$10.00

French Kiss$13.00