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Tavernetta Denver, Denver, CO
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Tavernetta Denver

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$50 and over
Italian
1889 16th St, Denver, CO 80202-5901

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 128 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Cody Cheetham

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    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2024
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    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2023

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
  • 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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  • 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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  • 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.
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Menu

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What 573 people are saying

Tavernetta Denver reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Denver

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tavernetta Denver consistently impresses with its "fantastic" Italian cuisine and "impeccable" service. Guests highlight the "amazing" pasta dishes and "superb" wine selection. While some experience seating issues, the overall ambiance is "upbeat and fun." The restaurant excels in creating memorable occasions with attentive staff and delightful culinary presentations.
573 Reviews

  1. Delena

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we had was amazing service was on it & explained the menu great would definitely go again

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  2. Robert

    Denver / Colorado11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first time there. Food was excellent, and service was outstanding. Our server offered some suggestions, which were terrific. A bit noisy, but a very nice experience. We will definitely return.

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  3. Stacy

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fabulous experience at Tavernetta. Hospitality is felt from the moment you walk in. You are in good hands with the staff and there is an attention to detail that is so appreciated. Start with the Happy Hour menu and stay long enough to order from the dinner menu. The squash blossoms and branzino were favorites as was the strawberry semifreddo for dessert. Thank you to my daughter for moving to Denver!

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  4. Jonathon

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been fortunate to enjoy Michelin rated restaurants in Italy and this ranks up there. Amazing food and service.

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  5. Jessica

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely casual atmosphere and very attentive staff. The carpaccio and fried squash blossoms were outstanding.

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  6. Kate

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Thank you so much for waiting for our very late arrival

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  7. john

    Denver / Colorado5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent and staff friendly. Food was not very good for the prices. Pork was tough and bland. Steak had to be sent back for additional cooking since initially it was not cooked to requested temperature.

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  8. Julie VIP

    Denver / Colorado53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was fabulous. This was a birthday celebration and the hostess made sure every server knew, and the birthday girl received a special menu, which was a very nice touch. It was a little surprising that the birthday dessert was charged to the bill (seems like restaurants comp the birthday dessert?). All-in-all, a fabulous dinner all around.

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  9. Patti

    Houston1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Cannot believe how bad service was for such a highly rated spot. Had reservations at 6:45pm for 2 arrived 5min early. Checked in and Hostess seated 4-5 parties ahead plus one party of 2 with no reservations ahead. After 15 min, I inquired about table with manager. Evidently hostess gave our table to another group and left us stranded. They found a table in bar area that worked. I realize it was a busy Wednesday night at a popular place but, really? Server no. 1 finally arrived and then never returned but was very attentive to adjoining tables. New server arrived who pushed $70 boar chop and more food than we wanted. Signature pasta of Caico e Pepe was just swimming in greasy melted butter, no lush cheesy sauce. So disappointed. Burrata was very good. Cucumber special salad was pretty but lacked flavor from all the fancy items included. Welcoming service does make a difference to the whole dining experience.

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  10. Trevor

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best Old Fashioned I’ve ever had. Everything was exquisite.

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Tavernetta Denver is rated 4.7 stars by 573 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 128 times today
Experiences are available.
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
  • 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.
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