50 Best Italian Restaurants near Wheat Ridge

“Delicious food especially the lasagna. Amazing desserts.“

“Most authentic hit the spot made with love Italian food I have ever eaten in all of Colorado absolutely astonished with everything I’ve eaten here never disappoints if I could I’d give them 10 stars absolutely 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.“

“We love coming to this restaurant and bakery - authentic, delicious, friendly, and such a local gift to those of us who delight in every bite!“

“We are originally from North Denver and now drive from Brighton to buy the products sold at Belfiore's“

“The guy James was very helpful from the wheatridge location. I had called the main costmer service line so wasnt sure what place I called got a hold of. So, when I called The lakewood store to check on my pizza, they were very rude in mentioning I didn't have an order there and they didnt even try to help me find the located that had mineI had paid on a credit card I tried to tell them they didnt care to hear it. When I finally got in touch with the right store the guy James was very nice and told me the pizza is on its way. That they are sorry for how the other store was to me and that he vaules his costumers.“

“Your place is neat and clean. The food is fantastic. The servers are pleasant, but they cannot count. My change was 88 cents (3 quarters, 1 dime, and 3 pennies) after staring in the till for a few seconds, I got back 3 quarters. The new "math"!!!!!! October 1, 2024, Well it looks like no one at your place gives correct change. Coins seem to be an involuntary donation to your business. Guess we could begin rounding the check down to eliminate the coins, but you would scream like a stuck hog. Only solution is to modify the "tip" to recover the coins!!!!!!!!“

“Been dinning here for many years, always satisfied with the fresh homemade pizza, spaghetti, or anything on their menu. Always delicious food and friendly staff. Once they got my order wrong on takeout,
For my being inconvenienced,
They corrected their mistake by giving me a whole free pizza.🍕
The best in town 💕“

“Wow Sputnino, thanks for a truly stellar experience! Our server, Matthew, and the rest of the team made us feel so special during our celebration, going above and beyond for everything. I can’t say enough kind words about the impeccable service or the amazing food. Thank you for making us feel so welcome and reminding us what a wonderful dining experience you can have with the right staff who care. Keep doing everything you are doing“

“Everything is fabulous!!!“

“Great food. A must when your in Denver“

“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“

“Great Food and friendly staff!“

“Their gluten free options are outstanding!“

“We ate here last night and it was phenomenal! Both of our entrees were delicious (I got the pasta rustica, my fiancé got a calzone) and the service was incredible. The tiramisu was some of the best I’ve ever had in my life. At the end of the night we talked to the new owner who had been serving us throughout the evening, and she couldn’t have been more kind and welcoming. It sounds like this place already had a good reputation, but I can’t wait to see what Nancy does with it! She’s a star. We’re not from this area but if we’re ever back we’ll go out of our way to come back here!“

“A wonderful place. The food is exceptionally delicious—not just tasty, but absolutely amazing. The staff is very polite, and the atmosphere is lovely.“

“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!!“

“Fantastic food (we had the lobster ravioli special) and great service!“

“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 🤩“

“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.“

“Visiting from florida. Took our son and his girlfriend out last night for her birthday. They say this is their favorite restaurant. The food was beyond amazing and the desserts were delicious! We also had the most awesome server. I wish I got his name, but he has black hair and a goatee. Great sense of humor and made the night awesome. Highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Wow! The food was so insanely good it made me want to lick the plate clean, every bite was worth savoring. The whole vibe is effortlessly cool, with an atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. What really sealed the deal was the customer service. The owner was down to earth, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome. If you're anywhere near the area, do yourself a favor and stop by Bar Red. You’ll walk out already planning your next visit.“

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

“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!“

“My boyfriend and I had dinner here on 11/15/25. The food was wonderful, the service was great and everyone was so friendly. We don’t live in Denver but we visit often so we will be back.“

“The food is amazing! Our waitress was awesome as well. The only thing that left a sour taste in our mouth was the manager making it seem like we’re being rushed. I made a reservation a week earlier and when we showed up there was barley anyone there, the manager or owner or who ever she is said we had 1 hour and a half at max to finish our meal. This establishment is definitely not a turn and burn. If I’m spending over 25 dollars a plate I’m going to enjoy it with the feel or want to be rushed. That being said the food and our waitress definitely did not disappoint!“

“Loved it💚🤍♥️ I had the Lobster Ravioli and it was so delicious. The Hostess, Service, Waiter were all awesome! And most importantly great atmosphere. Thank you!!“

“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.“

“Love this place! Great service and fantastic food!“

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

“It was really cool! We went in a big group of around 8 people, and they gave us a table in a separate room, which felt like a family dinning room. It was really cozy! The food was also delicious. Plus, the 10.99 lunch deal is super worth it, with breadsticks, a soup or salad (I got a soup), and and entree. The Alfredo is on point!“

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

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

“This place is so delicious! The shells are divine and the gnocchi are impeccable! The only thing I could complain about is there are no Italian sodas!“

“Wonderful food and service ! Enjoyed the whole experience and will be back !“

“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!“

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

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10
Awesome pizza spot right off Colfax! Super yummy, flavorful pizza with fresh toppings and a perfectly cooked crust. The salad was just as good—fresh, crisp, and well balanced. Everything tasted high quality and made with care. Definitely a go-to spot when you’re craving great pizza. Highly recommend! 🍕🥗🔥“

“This is by far one of the very best dining experiences anyone can enjoy. The food is plentiful, served hot, delicious and cooked to perfection. You are always greeted by a polite staff member who makes you feel like family.“

“North Italia didn't disappoint when it came to pasta. The bolognese was amazing! The fresh noodles stood out. I was hesitant when the bread came dipped in balsamic and oil but it was delicious except for being burnt. Cocktail was good. The banana coffee cake left a lot to be desired in flavor and being served cold. Waitress was attentive.Overall will be back to try more pasta.
Came back for the bolognese definitely delicious with more meat sauce this time was a definite plus. Bread wasn't burnt and was very delicious with a side of balsamic.“

“The food was absolutely delicious and wish I had a bigger stomach to order more. We had the most incredibly kind and hilarious waiter Quinn I would highly recommend for a girls night or a date night. Dishes are the perfect size for sharing!“

“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.“

“Great experience all around!“

“I think I stopped going because I went so often that I became fed up 😅 but it was actually really delicious everything so fresh. It was great!

Update: I started going again and everything is still super delicious and their salads and soups are the best 👌🏼“

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

“This place is a hidden gem. The good news is there is a strip mall parking lot across the street because on street parking is scarce. The bison meatballs are excellent and the Ceasars salad is good. I had the steak with gnocchi and it was excellent! The gnocchi was home made and flavorful. My wife had the pasta rigate and the sauce was amazing and the noodles were homemade. We will be back soon to try more!!“

“I came to Denver from New Jersey for a Storm Chaser Convention, we have a couple steak houses back home but nothing comes close to this, I ordered a ribeye steak with a side of fries, the steak was cooked to perfection with the fat of the steak being glorious. I really wish we had something like this back home, the staff was welcoming and very kind. Thank you for the wonderful experience!“

“Excellent food and service. Homemade pasta, bread, desserts. These guys know what they are doing. Service was outstanding - very attentive without being annoying. Highly recommend.“

“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!“