50 Best Italian Restaurants near Federal Heights

“Wow, great wings!!, the yummiest unique pizzas. Had the 24" New York sausage and mushrooms pizza and 24 medium wings to go. Pizza just barely Fit in the back seat of the car. We've been going here since they opened!!“

“I was absolutely astonished and blown away by our whole entire experience with this team of individuals who sincerely care about their patrons. I am more than happy to report that these people that work at the restaurant really put their backs into it, as of course EVERYTHING is completely home made. I’ll spare you the details on the wine, and desert because those specific delicacies could never be described with words. There are other options you can eat here if you’re not looking to spend a lot of money, but after eating their menu you’ll see why they are always packed. Getting a reservation is highly recommended as some nights you can’t even get a table the same week.“

“Great food. A must when your in Denver“

“Everything is fabulous!!!“

“Ordered drinks, waiter returned for order, appetizers arrived, no drinks, server said bartender was busy, drinks came halfway through appetizers, gave us bill and dessert at same time, no acknowledgement of birthday… made a deal of checking beforehand“

“Their gluten free options are outstanding!“

“It is a fairly different concept for ordering and seating so just be prepared. It would probably move quicker if the food sucked but it’s amazing and that’s why there is a crowd. It’s worth it and the food does come out pretty fast. The pricing was fantastic for the value as well.“

“I just had the butternut squash ravioli and it was amazing!! I might come back tomorrow and have it all over again 🤩“

“Great Food and friendly staff!“

“We had a fantastic experience at Venice! We’ve lived in Denver for 20 years and we never knew this place existed. Great atmosphere and the food was amazing, so authentic! We went with our 3 kids (13, 10 and 10), they ordered off the kids menu and loved the fettuccini Alfredo. The service was excellent, and our server, Gillian was on point. I can’t say enough good things about him. We will most definitely be back. I would recommend this place to anyone. This place is really nice and intimate feeling. Great for a date night or a family dinner, so long you have well behaved kids who love good food.“

“We had a fantastic dinner last night! Easy to get a reservation and they were ready for us the minute we arrived. Makayla was our waitress and she was amazing! She had great knowledge of the menu and was spot on in her recommendations! Kudos to kitchen as everything was perfect!“

“Really good baked goods. Nice environment. Might have been an off day but the gal at the counter was not friendly and seemed rushed and annoyed with everyone.“

“Family owned. Traditional menu. Fabulous desserts. Friendly staff.“

“So let me start off and say that the friendliness of the staff was wonderful. Alex, one of the Managers was awesom. he helped me with everything I wanted. my waitress was Nicole and I would say she was a great waitress. our food came out how we ordered and hot. I ate everything. my group of 7 was all happy when we left.“

“This is my favorite restaurant! The food has a sensuous and complex flavor profile while also being rustic Italian. You will not find a better pomodoro sauce anywhere unless your grandma is from Italy and has a long held family recipe. The pasta is hand made and has a perfect texture and amazing flavor with the sauce. The house made buratta is the freshest, creamiest and thickest you’ll enjoy outside of select NYC restaurants that are famous for making their own mozzarella, ricotta or buratta. And the staff treat their guests like they’ve invited you into their own home. Jessica was amazing! All together, going to Luca’s is like getting the perfect big warm hug.“

“The food was great but the service and atmosphere was even better!“

“One of the finest restaurants in Denver, owned by one of the best hip hop music promoters! Great food, great atmosphere, great music!“

“Huge variety of food and all dishes are delicious.“

“Our visit last night was not the experience I was hoping for. We have gone to Amici's for years. Our first time was way back when they were still at 53rd. and Sheridan. I had the eggplant parmesan, which was very good. I don't know if the kitchen staff changes, or what? The eggplant portion was very small, three slices of eggplant the size of a silver dollar.“

“Delish food and great service all in a beautiful but comfortable setting.“

“Fantastic service, The food was amazing. We went for our anniversary and we totally enjoyed the night. Can't wait to go back ❤️“

“Had an amazing dinner and an amazing server Noah!!! 10/10 experience!! Every bite of food was amazing and everyone was excited to eat their leftovers!!“

“BEST PIZZA EVER! The staff is amazing, the restaurant is beautiful, but the food…delicious!“

“Good food! Good service“

“We received a gift card from a family member at Christmas and decided to use it on a Saturday night in January. The restaurant was packed but there was seating in the bar area, so we decided, what the heck(!) and went to the bar. Once seated we were greeted with the friendliest bar staff, Marissa and Tiernan. We wanted a glass of red and Marissa recommended the Porta Vita Italia. It is a delicious bargain and we were so impressed (and now hooked!). Our food was and continues to be great, as now we have become Saturday night regulars! We are Italian and honestly did not think we could get a traditional and tasty meal at a chain. Marissa and Tiernan, thank you for the excellent, friendly customer service and sweetness. You both are classy, sassy and super bad-**sy! We always look forward to our Saturday nights hanging with you both! See you next time, Cheers!“

“Great find and wonderful! Made in house gluten free pizza crust was impressive! Almost all items on menu have a gluten free option! High quality ingredients and great atmosphere! Will be back!! Burrata with rhubarb a must too!! Homemade limoncello spritz-yes please!!“

“The food tastes very good, the spaghetti I like is a must“

“Amazing food! Fantastic seasonal options! A hidden gem of Denver.“

“Tasting dinner Sunday night. Really enjoyed everything, especially the dessert!“

“We had dinner here for the first time Friday evening and everything was top notch - the food was excellent, the beer selection was unique and plentiful, and the service was outstanding - from the friendly hosts who greeted and sat us, to our amazing server, Zach! Zach helped us with recommendations on food and drinks, and was attentive, helpful, and fun! We had rhe Pear & Fig Pizza, Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad, and the Braised Beef Sandwich. Everything was soooo delicious. (The braised beef sandwhich is heavenly!) This is NOT your average pub/brewery food! Our kids loved their food, too! All around, an excellent experience, and we will definitely be back!!!“

“As always, exceptional!! From the Sweet hostesses to our wonderful waitress - and I'm so sorry. I cannot remember her name. - but everything was so so yummy!! Usually have the margarita pizza this time had the meat pizza and oh my God realizing what we've been missing out on!! And we absolutely love the older gentleman who bust his tables and does pretty much everything else. He's a hard worker.“

“Great customer service! Nice welcome when you head in and positive attitude. Pizza was ready in less than 10 min for carry out. It was delicious with great toppings and perfect cheesiness! Absolutely love their pizza for any occasion.“

“The food is excellent!!! I highly recommend if you’re a pasta lover!“

“We had the most wonderful dining experience on Christmas Eve night. Such a welcoming neighborhood environment, excellent food & beverage, and last but most certainly not least, the service from was so great. Carlos took such good care of my family. Thank you all for a wonderful holiday, we will be back!“

“I love this place! The staff is great, there's a pleasant atmosphere, and as a connoisseur of pizza. They serve THE best pizza! The dough is crispy and the cheese is gooey. I don't get to eat here as often as I'd like, but whenever I do, the experience is always great. And if you want a delicious yet outrageous pizza. Ask for the "Mike Hogan" Pizza, just a disclaimer it's about a $40+ pizza and also some employees might know what you are talking about some might not.“

“Larisa was one of the best servers I’ve ever had! She maintained everybody’s request in a timely manner. Made sure all our food was great, And kept a big friendly smile on her face! Me, my friends and family were extremely satisfied with her services and will only be back if she’s our server, without a doubt!“

“Absolutely loved my experience here!! Bianka was the BEST (and funniest) waitress ever and she made our entire time such a joy! Would definitely recommend coming here and will of course be back :)

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free pizza was great!!!“

“The stuffed slices are so good. Worth the trip! Highly recommend.“

“Top notch dining in Denver. Travis and the wait staff, all great. The best Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp I've tasted. From the bread to the dessert we were very impressed.“

“Wow! Who knew there was such an authentic Italian venue in Denver. Homemade artisan pasta with creative sauces and entrees. Try the bolognese as it is one of a kind. The wood-fired pizza reminded us of what we had in Venice, IT! The bar and wine list is loaded with special finds. My wife found the Paloma cocktail to be fabulous. I fell in love with wine list especially. If you’re in Denver this is a MUST! Cheers.“

“Clean and spacious location... good food... and excellent kindness and courtesy staff... especially Nathan... we will definitely be back and recommend.“

“Great experience all around!“

“Bucatino was recommended by our friends. This is truly a great find and see ourselves being regulars. We were there early, so some of us took advantage of the happy hour menu. Everything tasted fresh from the pomodoro to the colognes. Also, excellent tiramisu!“

“This past Friday night at the Denver Airport, I had THE BEST PIZZA I’ve had since I was in Rome 15 years ago! The crust was so light, so tender, I thought it might fly away. Incredible service too!“

“Absolutely amazing food. I had a great date tonight and I was so glad that we were able to be at your restaurant. Great chicken scallopini with mushrooms and great red wine :-). Our waiter was outstanding!“

“Always yummy! Been coming here for years 👏❤️“

“Trattoria Stella delivers uniquely flavored Italian food in a quaint atmosphere. But let’s start with the service. It was slow at the beginning but picked up appropriately after about 10-15 minutes. The server was friendly and did a great job. I enjoyed the real roses on the tables and the smaller and cozy scale of the split level patio. The food was mixed. The noodles on the spaghetti bolognese were cooked al dente and the sauce tasted homemade. The flavor of the lasagna was interesting and different. It didn’t hit our flavor palette in a particularly positive way. Overall, it was good experience and I recommend it.“

“Stopped by for happy hour on a Saturday and had a great experience. They have a ton of options at fairly reasonable prices.
We tried the butternut squash arancini and funghi pizza, both of which were delicious. The free bread that they give you also was super tasty.
Favorite drink was the basilico, though the house pinot grigio was also great. I wasn't as much of a fan of the sangria di cristo, but it wasn't bad.“

“The ice tea is strong, food is good, service is friendly, and parking is ample. Walk off Tejon street into this restaurant, with mint green walls, stained glass light covers, lots of windows, greenery, NY photos, and true wooden floors, where you order at the counter, but if you need more time, grab one of the wooden tabletop tables with metal chairs, view the menu, then step back up front to order. Wooden hairchairs are available for the littles. Your soda/water is self-serve, in paper Pepsi cups and silverware comes wrapped. Here, you bus your own table. They have a $0.25 gumball machine. Remember that no alcohol is allowed beyond the establishment. Overall, some of the aspects are in need of some TLC, but would return.“

“The best sandwich I have had in a long time. The bread is perfect, the meat and seasoning perfect. Large servings make it easy to share and keep costs down.

The quality of a sandwich is largely dependent on the passion of the person making it. I can only guess the poor reviews are from a bad employee who is no longer making food there? But I would not listen to them at all. This place delivers some good quality sandwiches.“