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Shells and Sauce, Denver, CO

Shells and Sauce

4.8 (3125)
$30 and under
Italian
2600 E. 12th Ave, Denver, CO 80206

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for happy hour
General Manager, Oscar Venegas and Executive Chef Marcus Jimenez are serving authentic Italian American food in the heart of Congress Park. Shells and Sauce brings Old Country taste to a cozy neighborhood restaurant. If you’re craving home-made lasagna, meat or fish, Shells and Sauce has a variety of savory appetizers and entrees to chose from. We also boast an extensive wine list to pair with anything you choose, and we offer delicious desserts to top off your evening. Whether you sit on our rooftop or in our main dining room to watch our open kitchen, Shells and Sauce is a great place to entertain friends or family in an inviting setting. Step into our kitchen and let us share our passion for food!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 3:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 377-2091
  • Website
    http://shellsandsauce.net/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Marcus Jimenez
  • Catering
    We cater all events. You are welcome to pick up the food or have it delivered from our Catering Menu. We have catered all occasions; from small birthday parties to President Obamas Tour and Media when running for his second term.
  • Private party facilities
    We do private events events from 10-130 guests. We have two floors. Our first floor seats 70 our second floor seats 60. There is a bar on each floor. The second floor is perfect for everything from Wedding Dinners to Corporate Parties. The second floor can be used Privately or Semi Private with Food and Beverage Minimums.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    2600 E. 12th Ave, Denver, CO 80206
  • Neighborhood
    Cherry Creek
  • Cross street
    12th and Elizabeth.
  • Parking details
    Easy to find parking on the street, or park in our lot behind the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Bus #10 & 12
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 3,125 people are saying

Shells and Sauce reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shells and Sauce is a charming neighborhood gem known for its "consistently great" food and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the delicious pasta dishes, unique specials, and standout staff members like Jamie and Maria. Though sometimes busy and lively, it offers a cozy atmosphere and a "fantastic" dining experience.
3,125 Reviews

  1. Janay

    Kansas City / Kansas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went earlier in the week and couldn’t stop thinking about how great the meal and service was. Had to come back. Only like a two day gap and it was imperative that I had another meal here. Highly recommend

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  2. Janay

    Kansas City / Kansas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect meal. Service was top notch. Would recommend and looking forward to going back. Was actually pleased with the bill as well, which is rare for me. Cocktails and meals fairly priced, I didn’t feel gouged. Highly recommend.

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  3. Tom

    Denver / Colorado2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious! Our service was great and we will definitely recommend! Veal piccata, veal Marsala and chicken parmigiana are tasty!

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  4. Christy

    Denver / Colorado12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shells and Sauce is the best neighborhood restaurant. It is consistently great! We had Jamie helping us last night. He's the best! Cannot say enough great things about the food and the staff!

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  5. Lee

    Denver / Colorado13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was not great. It was busy and my whole party was not happy. My pasta dish wasn’t drained enough the sauce was like soup. One portion of another dish was so small hardly any sauce. Veal was covered and fried in tons of breadcrumbs hardly any veal and hard and I overcooked. And another dish salty chicken also hard to cut. We would have said something but so busy and all of us were very disappointed felt like we all couldn’t complaint. But should have. I read reviews and I be ok if just one of us were unhappy but all four and we were at a table where servers and customers had to walk by . It’s tight and we had to keep moving in and out. Waste of money that we saved for this. A Big Disappointment!!! Sorry

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  6. Misti

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and excellent service. We will return!

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  7. Trent

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to shells and sauce for my anniversary! As usual the food was phenomenal, the service was stellar and the dessert was to DIE for!

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  8. jeff

    Mexico City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently excellent restaurant with wonderful service and ambience if a quieter experience is necessary the patio offers this.

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  9. Todd

    Denver / Colorado9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Shells and Sauce never disappoints. Our server Jaymys was excellent and very personable. The food is amazing and the specials are unique. Get the cannolis they are to die for.

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  10. Dr Xavier VIP

    Denver / Colorado18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing as usual! We will return. If you go, ask to be seated in Maria's section.

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FAQs

Shells and Sauce offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 377-2091.

Shells and Sauce is rated 4.8 stars by 3125 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
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2600 E. 12th Ave, Denver, CO 80206

Additional information

  • Cross street
    12th and Elizabeth.
  • Neighborhood
    Cherry Creek
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 3:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Easy to find parking on the street, or park in our lot behind the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Bus #10 & 12
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Marcus Jimenez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://shellsandsauce.net/
  • Phone number
    (303) 377-2091
  • Catering
    We cater all events. You are welcome to pick up the food or have it delivered from our Catering Menu. We have catered all occasions; from small birthday parties to President Obamas Tour and Media when running for his second term.
  • Private party facilities
    We do private events events from 10-130 guests. We have two floors. Our first floor seats 70 our second floor seats 60. There is a bar on each floor. The second floor is perfect for everything from Wedding Dinners to Corporate Parties. The second floor can be used Privately or Semi Private with Food and Beverage Minimums.
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