Stella's Cucina

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   Catherine

   Denver37 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   I’ve loved Stella’s since the first time I went in June 2024. It has gone down in quality since then. Last night was notably disappointing. The mushroom appetizer had hardly any mushrooms compared to the one from June 2024. The burrata had no personality and was not very good. The salad around it was messy and was the opposite of the impressive dishes I’ve had at Stella’s before. The tartare was also tasteless. The desserts were good but not anything special compared to other high end restaurants. The service was also a little flat compared to prior visits. They weren’t as attentive nor as friendly. One good thing was the hostess stand. They were both very friendly and efficient.
   

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   Kari VIP

   San Antonio19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We loved everything about this restaurant! Great modern decor, very friendly and helpful server, clever cocktails and the food is amazing - seriously everything we ordered was delicious. Wish we weren’t from out of town - we would be regulars if we lived in Boulder!
   

   Stella's CucinaResponded 7 days ago

   Hi Kari -- thank you for the glowing feedback! Hopefully we can catch you next time you find yourself in Boulder!
   

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   Bobbi VIP

   Denver64 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very enjoyable dinner — we will be back! Limited, but fine wine selection and the food was delicious. Loved the short ribs and my husband enjoyed his pasta.
   

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   Alexandra

   San Francisco3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The ambience and service is unprecedented, however, the food is lackluster and leaves you wanting more. Not only are the portion sizes extremely small for the price you pay; The flavor is also lacking and texture is nonexistent.
   

   Stella's CucinaResponded 7 days ago

   Hi Alexandra -- thank you so much for the feedback. We're overjoyed to hear that the ambience and service were fantastic! We take immense pride in our food program here, and are sorry to hear that didn't translate to your experience. We would love the opportunity to discuss further, and will reach out with a private note with an email address to follow up. Regards, Stella's Management
   

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   Susan VIP

   Denver41 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Stella's is simply fabulous. Food, service, ambiance are all absolutely impeccable. I have just one caution for people like us who may not like the VERY loud electronic dance music that begins at 8pm (really really wish they would not start the music until after 9pm)... if you want more of a quiet dinner, plan to arrive by 6pm so you can be on your way home before the headache inducing thumping bass begins.
   

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   Robin VIP

   Denver6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 25, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Spectacular wine pairing dinner with insights from the in house chef and Italian wine maker.
   

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   Tim

   Denver2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   A pleasant experience. The service was very good. The food was tasty. The portions were small. The ambience was nice and quiet enough for conversation.
   

   Stella's CucinaResponded on February 26, 2025

   Hi Tim -- thank you so much for your feedback. We take immense pride in delivering a valued guest experience. It's great to hear that you enjoyed your service. Were sorry to hear that the food didn't feel worth it. We would love the opportunity to discuss further if you're willing. Well be following up with a private message with an email where you can reach us. Regards, Stella's Management
   

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   Nick

   Unspecified1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The staff was very attentive. The quality of the food was exceptional.
   

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   Edwin

   Houston6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food and excellent service. We felt like we were in Italy.
   

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    Norah VIP

    Richmond4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5

    Given what we’ve heard about Stella’s, was expecting much better food. The portions were small and pricey, which I’m normally fine with if the food is great. Felt like Stella’s was trying to be “better” than it was with the ambiance and small, but well played portions (trying to distract from food).
    

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