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Tavernetta Denver, Denver, CO
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Tavernetta Denver

$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 94 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
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

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2024
  • Award icon
    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.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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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  • 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.
    Large Party Dinner Reservation Photo

  • 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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Menu

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What 401 people are saying

Tavernetta Denver 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Denver

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tavernetta Denver offers a warm, inviting ambiance with standout service and delectable Italian cuisine. Highlights include "the best roast chicken in America," unique cocktails, and attentive staff. Diners rave about the pasta and creative dishes, making it a "perfect spot" for special occasions and celebrations. Highly recommended for an "amazing experience."
401 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I celebrated our birthdays at Tavernetta and we had a phenomenal experience. The service was wonderful. All the service staff was very attentive, informative and helpful with recommendations. One of us has dietary restrictions which they attended to ensure a safe dining experience. The food was fantastic. We ordered both the gluten free and gluten-full focaccia, crudo, the lobster tagliatelle, the duck, and grilled rapini. Every dish was delicious! The wine suggestions were spot on, as were the cocktails. And the desserts were extraordinary. We had the tiramisu, the semifreddo, and finished the meal with an Averna. This was our first visit, and we are looking forward to returning.

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  2. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had such a great birthday dinner here! They brought out complimentary ice cream for desert. Thank you!

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  3. Albert

    Denver8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered a four-cheese pasta, but the pasta was overcooked, hard, and tasteless. The four-cheese sauce was just okay, and the pasta triangles had no filling at all. A very unpleasant experience and very poor food quality.

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  4. Robert VIP

    Denver30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service team is wonderful. The food is amazing! Cocktails very tasty!

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  5. Beth

    New Mexico3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I wanted to love Tavernetta, however, I will not likely recommend it to others and I don't plan on going back. The food was good--but underwhelming and very expensive for what it was! The service was attentive but completely lacking in warmth. It was my family birthday dinner and one of the more pricey meals we've had. Bottom line...disappointing.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an absolutely fantastic experience. The food, the ambience, the service, all was spectacular. We will be back and i recommend anyone who is thinking about it to definitely try dining at this wonderful restaurant.

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  7. Shaun

    Denver17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
     this is a place where you must eat. It’s the kind of a place where food is creatively woven, and a surprising taste packages. The drinks are top shelf, and the weight staff are knowledgeable and sincere.

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  8. Toni

    Denver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely one of the most delicious dinners that I have experienced. Fantastic staff.

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  9. Craig VIP

    Denver16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We've dined at Tavernetta a number of times and have never had a bite of anything that wasn't outstanding. Service is always excellent and their employees truly seem to enjoy their jobs which is a testament to how they must be treated. The carpaccio we always order - really special and on this visit we had the duckling risotto special, the Rohan duck breast, and the porchetta and could not have been happier with our choices. The Frasca Hospitality team really knows how to treat a guest (Osteria Alberico latest to open also fantastic) and we will be repeat customers for years.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great, with a great wine suggestion by the sommelier. The meals we ordered were wonderfully prepared. It was a completely enjoyable experience.

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FAQs

Tavernetta Denver does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

Tavernetta Denver is rated 4.7 stars by 401 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 94 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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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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