Bettola Bistro

10253 E Iliff Ave, Aurora
(303) 750-1580

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Cheri Hoffer

Absolutely fantastic dining experience! The ambiance was cozy and inviting, creating the perfect backdrop for a memorable meal. The service was outstanding, making us feel truly valued. We can’t wait to return for another delightful visit!

Barbara Hochstein

Delicious! Great good! Great wine! Great atmosphere! Be prepared to linger and enjoy your evening. Make reservations!

Chelsea M

We always have such a great experience at Bettola Bistro. The vibe is cozy and welcoming, and the food is incredible. If you’re in the mood for dessert, I would highly recommend the honey cake. Our server Johnson didn’t miss a beat. He was awesome—really knowledgeable and super attentive the whole night. Make sure to ask how the limoncello is made. It’s a really cool process.

Can’t wait to come back!

Desiree Wyman

10 out of 10
Must go

Sandra Bowman

Great food, the Brussels and chocolate cake were delicious. The atmosphere is cozy, great spot for a first date. Service was spectacular, ask about the wines.

Sasha S

This Italian restaurant is a hidden gem. We were so impressed by absolutely delicious food, exceptional service and very cozy atmosphere. Everything we ordered was top notch!
I would highly recommend Bettola!

Danielle Freire

My husband and I arrived as walk-ins around 9:05 PM and were told the kitchen was closed due to no scheduled reservations. While we understand the importance of planning and staffing, it would be helpful if the restaurant clearly stated that they rely solely on reservations, especially when it affects kitchen hours. We were in the area and decided to stop by on a whim, not realizing this would be an issue. Just something to keep in mind for future guests — clear communication can make all the difference in the service experience.

Priscila Paco

so good

Stefano Bertera

Dinner with my colleague
Food is good almost authentic to be in US
My cioppino was good ... but too much mussel and clams and not so much other seefood or fish ... for 40 usd I was aspecting also Calamari scallops and more shrimps
Pasta of my colleague looks good and the burrata was good
Location can be little better they should clean up outside and change some old staff

dojahbeck Mack

Absolutely delightful hole in the wall bistro!!! Everything made from scratch! Mussels were to die for! Salmon pesto was succulent! And hose special was spinach stuffed ravioli with house ricotta, in a vodka sauce 😋 with their fresh greens!, My daughter enjoyed their signature award winning Limoncelo, and we enjoyed topping off the meal with a salted caramel chocolate Gelato. DECADENT.

Bob Pailet

Staff cares about diners enjoying being there and the food is truly delicious!!
Will be back soon:)

Michael Man

Excellent Italian restaurant with great service.

Savannah B

When we first stepped inside I was expecting exactly the name Bettola in Italian suggests “shady, trashy joint or hole” because of the location. However, walking in we were greeted by the bar manager and immediately felt how cozy and warm the place was with very few seating options which lured us to the bar as reservations filled the rest of the tables.

I am so happy we did stay. You will not get a better experience if you don’t pick the barkeeps brain a little. Johnson is very experienced in his field and has incredible knowledge about so much in the industry. Just listen a while.

Drinks that were recommended given our taste were hand crafted to perfection and never had I had such refreshing and delicate drinks that paired exceptionally with our meals. To start I ordered a Red 75 and with dessert a Lime Cello. The freshest bread at the perfect temperature was set in front of us alongside oil with balsamic vinegar. That alone felt like a delicacy. I requested the short rib lasagna special and the nostalgia in me was so happy I did. It truly felt like the moment the critic from ratatouille bit into the ratatouille and I was flooded with warm memories of my grandmother’s lasagna growing up. Chef is truly exceptional and has won me over the most upscale experience. Every single dish is hand crafted on order not scooped from a pan sitting under warmers. Dessert was an 8 layer honey cake that I have yet to stop thinking about, so much that they did say an entire cake can be prepared for sale if given a 3 day notice. Imagine cheesecake and honey teddy grahams it the most decadent way.

I will be ordering a cake and I will be going back to just have that experience of a ‘welcome back’ conversation in a low lit, quaint, little hole-in-the-wall that makes me feel like I can lose track of time and escape away from the mundane the weeks carry.

Maeve Rawls

Hands down my favorite restaurant in the area. Reservation only. I've been here three times and every experience has been sensational.

Mimmo Faid

Old fashion place where you have to wait your food . It’s nice for a date night. Overall it’s nice

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