We live near by and decided to stop by on Sunday evening. We were surprised that there was quite a…read morebit of people dining. The place is cozy with a few patio tables outside. The service was friendly, the food was good, classic Italian with good wine. We will come back soon.

Just discovered this Wonderful Resturant right near us near Arapahoe and Parker. Went to lunch, not…read moreonly was the service, the owner, and food top notch, but great location as well. We will definitely be coming back for more. HIGHLY recommend.

Time and time again we hit this place up for local fresh yummy pizza and other delights from their…read moremenu. We still stuck with our faves but it looks like they updated their menu since I last glanced at it, and I must get in here again ASAP to try the specials written on the board inside!!

I really wanted to like this place because I strive to support local neighborhood businesses…read more Something is way off with their pricing! We paid almost $35 for a jalapeño and sausage pizza. Toppings are between $5-$6. If you get one of their multi-topping signature pizzas it is around $27. That pricing model doesn't make sense. The woman who answered the phone and handled our transaction (6/12) was less than friendly. It would've been nice to have a warmer welcome. Everyone else in the restaurant seemed friendly, but it just takes one bad apple to spoil the barrel. The pizza was good, but not $35 good. We won't be returning.

Always love coming here whenever possible!…read more Food is always fantastic and so is the service!!

One of the best things about this restaurant is that it's locally owned, which is becoming harder…read moreand harder to find in the Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree area. The owners are actively involved in the community and consistently give back, especially by supporting local youth organizations and fundraisers. It's always nice to support a business that invests in the community it serves. Beyond that, the food is excellent. The menu offers a great selection of Italian favorites, from delicious pasta dishes to plenty of other options, and everything we've tried has been consistently flavorful and well prepared. They've expanded the restaurant, so there's much more seating than there used to be, and on a beautiful Colorado evening, the patio is a fantastic place to enjoy a meal. Whether you're dining in or grabbing takeout, the experience is always great. The service is consistently friendly, attentive, and professional. This is one of those local restaurants that keeps us coming back, and it's an easy recommendation for anyone looking for great Italian food and outstanding hospitality.

Amazing food!! The service was amazing. Felt very welcoming and great ambiance. If you're in Denver…read moreyou should definitely visit!!

Always a must grab when on this side of town. Best little spot in the city! Food is always…read moredelicious and service is excellent.

Each and every time Cucina Bella's impresses me with the quality of their food and servicesread more

I was on a mission to find an Italian place because a friend of mine was coming into town. In the…read moreend, he chose it - and it turned out awesome! It is located in a small strip mall, but that doesn't factor in at all. Once you enter, it is cozy and aesthetically appealing. I think there are sky-lights if I am not mistaken, so lots of natural light even if you are not near the front window. Our server was delightful. My dinner mate asked her if she was from Connecticut and I don't know how he nailed that, but he did. She was good-natured and laughed when they both discovered he and our server's mom went to the same HS in CT - he told her to tell her mom "hello" even though they went about 20 years apart. Sweet, attentive girl. Now, for the food. Honestly, it exceeded my expectations. We ordered calamari and it was perfectly fried. Absolutely perfect. Crunchy, fresh with a spicy aioli drizzled over the top. It came with marinara and lemon, and the combo was delicious. I got the chicken piccata and he got the lobster ravioli. I didn't try his, but he said it was great, and he cleaned the plate. My chicken piccata was delicious. The chicken was moist and juicy, the sauce was chef's kiss with lemon, a perfect touch of capers and artichoke hearts. Yum! It came with mashed potatoes and spinach, and I just could not have been more pleased. I did not get dessert but I tried a bit of his peach budino, and it was also very tasty. A moist bread-like base with peaches on top, caramel and vanilla ice cream. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a nice (but casual) Italian dinner with lovely ambience and attentive servers.

The food was good! It was not the best I've had. There was a slight sewer smell when you walked…read morein, but I suspect it was just old carpet. We've driven past it for years so decided to try it. When you walk in there are too many home made signs hanging on the door and the front counter. We were not offered soup or salad (it is an additional charge for each). We ordered bruschetta, but it was nothing like I've ever had. Bread was soggy and the tomato's were just sliced with some roughly chopped basil. The pasta was delicious and huge portion sizes. They do need to do some grounds maintenance around the building. It looks pretty run down. We might be back!

Everything was just a tad off, eclectic to the nines but the food left much to be desired…read more upon entering it smelled like sewage. it took over 25 minutes for our server to even take a drink order. The owner had to find us a server because they just ignored us. The service was awful. The food was just not good. Thank god for the huge screen with the rat pack... and celine dion... The crème brûlée was soup like at best and i've never experienced anything like it before. Save your money and go anywhere else.

Our team visited Bettola a few weeks ago and wow! Everything here is just spectacular…read more The food is AMAZING. For apps, we got the blistered brussel sprouts, goat cheese crostinis, and warm olives. Brussel sprouts were my favorite! Entree-wise, we ordered a couple specials, the salmon salad, arrabiata, scallops and chicken parmesan. I had the arrabiata and it was 10/10. Perfect amount of spicy, perfect pasta texture and I loved the pickled pepper drops. We enjoyed every bite of our food, and you can tell a lot of care goes into each dish. The honey cake was absolutely delicious. I am still thinking about it to this day. Special shout out to Shafer and Josh! Such fun and welcoming energy. I'm so glad we found Bettola and would definitely recommend!

Let me start by saying the food was a 4+ stars!…read more We visited Bettola Bistro on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. The cozy atmosphere was perfectly pleasant, and the food earned more than four stars. My Chicken Parmesan may have been the best I have ever eaten. However, the service obliterated an otherwise excellent meal. Many reviews describe Bettola as a hidden gem with warm, attentive service. That makes our treatment even harder to understand. I waited tables years ago, so I am extremely lenient with waitstaff. I know how hard they work and what they endure. Do you know how rude and dismissive a waiter must be for me to write a one-star review? VERY. I do not know his name. He appeared to be serving most, perhaps all, of this small restaurant. That is a tremendous workload, and slow service alone would not have upset me. Maybe he was having a terrible day. Maybe he was in pain. I truly do not know. But he seemed friendly with many other customers while treating us with indifference. He was inattentive, and dismissive, and appeared entirely comfortable behaving that way. Why were we treated differently? Was it because we were older? Was it because I am Black? I sincerely hope neither was true, but his conduct left me asking those questions. Whatever you are going through, every guest deserves your best. We were kind and respectful. Even a difficult guest deserves basic dignity because a waiter has no idea what that person may have endured that day, either. Respect must travel in both directions. Always. Our party divided the check. I don't know what my friends left him, but I still left a 25% tip. I did that because I remember the work and because countless waiters give their guests outstanding service every day. The kitchen produced a remarkable meal. The Chicken Parmesan alone could bring me back. But excellent food cannot erase treatment that makes guests feel unwelcome. Bettola deserved better representation. We deserved better treatment. Everyone does. Do your job, treat every guest with dignity and respect, and do your job well, or quit, man.

Came in for lunch with a friend. Waited only a few minutes before we were seated. Our Server,…read moreKayla, was professional, personable, and efficient. We chose the Lobster Ravioli and Chicken Piccata, Caesar Salads. Both were well-prepared, good portion, right temperature and delicious. We paired it with red wine. At the end of the meal, got a Lasagna to go for $10. It is worthwhile to sign up for their Dine Rewards program.

Seriously, $21 for a tiny plate of ravioli and a small salad that just means you have to hunt for…read moresomething else to eat when you get home? And then they serve it cold? Won't be darkening their doorway again.

My partner and I had an excellent dinner at Tavernetta recently. Our server, Luis, and our…read moresommelier (also named Luis) were both fantastic! They gave excellent recommendations. We started with the focaccia (with the ricotta and honey on the side) and it was so tasty. My partner doesn't normally like ricotta, but loved this dish! Then, we had the melon salad (very refreshing). We were celebrating our anniversary, and the staff brought out complimentary glasses of bubbly rosé, as well as their special dish, which were the stuffed squash blossoms. This was a really thoughtful touch! For mains, we ordered the tagliatelle with lobster (this dish had a tiny bit of spice, which was fine for us but might catch someone else off guard), and the lamb loin. Both were excellent. Overall, we had a great time! We found easy street parking nearby, as well. My only downside would be that, because this restaurant is so popular, there are lots of diners, which makes for a pretty loud atmosphere. However, this just speaks to how good everything is, so if you think about it, perhaps it's a good sign!

Tavernetta is the bomb! I get so excited to come here every time and luckily my coworkers like this…read moreplace enough for me to dine here every now and then for lunch. It is always a treat. No matter what you get here, you will enjoy it. I haven't had a bad dish or drink here. Do not skip out on the Per La Tavola (for the table plates). They are all so good. We normally get the Piatti Di Cicchetti (olives, pickled veggies, and almonds), Piatti Di Salumi (prosciutto, salame, coppa), and the Burrata. They all complement each other SO WELL. Pair that with a white wine and you got yourself a time. The 2 course offering for lunch is also phenomenal. I got the Insalata Mista (lettuce, shallot, reggiano) and it's a decent sized salad and very tasty. The Mafaldine (lamb ragu, pecorino romano) is to die for. Such great flavor and the pasta is always cooked perfectly. The service here is always top-notch too. The staff is very well-trained and is on top of everything. Truly a well-oiled machine. The atmosphere here is impeccable too. You can tell that everything was thought of for a great experience: lighting, table layout, decor, etc. It is a great place to bring a significant other, business customers, etc. I cannot wait for my next visit to Tavernetta and I was just there a few hours ago!

This restaurant was recommended by a friend, and now I completely understand why people speak so…read morehighly of it. Every part of our visit felt thoughtfully put together. We were seated quickly, our server was attentive and friendly, and everyone seemed genuinely happy to help. The menu offered plenty of choices, and everything we ordered was delicious. The flavors were balanced, the ingredients tasted fresh, and every plate arrived at the perfect temperature. It's obvious that the kitchen takes pride in what they serve. Even the drinks were prepared perfectly and paired well with our meal. The atmosphere was another highlight. The restaurant was spotless, beautifully decorated, and had a relaxed vibe that made us want to stay longer. It felt welcoming without trying too hard, which made the experience even better. I rarely leave reviews, but this place truly deserves one. It's refreshing to find a restaurant where the quality of the food, the level of service, and the overall experience all come together so well. I will definitely be returning and recommending this place to friends and family.

Angelo's happy hour & martinis are a routine staple! Specifically: chargrilled oysters & Olive…read moreGarden martini. Always a great vibe!