We absolutely LOVE this place!!! Lucinda, Jimmy, Ryan, the Trash Panda, literally everyone who works here puts a little love into every dish they serve from the best garlic knots on the planet to the Diablo with chicken, you can't go wrong with this Italian gem... Better get reservations and park across the street if you have to for a night to remember. They even have half orders if you're on a budget. Keep up the excellent work, Cranelli's. Can't wait to be back! read more

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Yummy! Upside Down Pineapple Panna Cota! If I ate nothing else, it would still be a perfect dinner. The Fettuccine Alfredo was ok. Needed some salt and more Parmesan, but the pasta was cooked perfectly. Finished off with an Orange Creamsicle martini. Had to limit myself to just one. Our server, Maria, was very attentive and refilled drinks quickly. read more

Hubs and I went here for a date night! It was very nice I had the GF chicken genovese and it was SO YUMMY! Strawberry pecan salad was mouth watering and refreshing. Panna cotta with berry topping (seasonal) was soooo yummy and so was the spumoni bomba!! Hubs had the lobster ravioli and rated it a 4/5. He's excited to try more menu items in the future! We were served by a few different people during our time. The employees were pretty busy, but were prompt to bring dishes and things to us, and were very kind and patient with all my questions! read more

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Cranelli's is the Gold Winner for the Best Italian food, awarded by Best of Mile High 2026. I have trying out quite a few Italian restaurants across the United States. My personal favorite is Cranelli's Italian restaurant in Lone Tree, Colorado. We were very warmly greeted as we arrived at the restaurant. On this particular day, we were there during happy hour because I had a nearby appointment. Right away, the ambiance was warm, cozy, had the feeling of a "real" Italian restaurant. We were taken to a table and within minutes the server approached with warm freshly baked garlic knots and asked if we would like to order any drinks or appetizers. Cranelli's has amazing happy hour deals on fabulous appetizers. We enjoyed every single bite of everything we tried and the drink deals were great, too. But the magic really happened with the entrees. I always order the chicken cacciatore. The level of the flavor and the intensity of flavor honestly feels like a party in my mouth. There is so much food if you get the full size, which I do, just so I will deliberately have leftovers. I got four meals out of my full size cacciatore! Mama Mia! My dining companion had the lasagna and we both Ooo'd and ahhh'd over it. Every bite so delicious. Our bill was so reasonable and we can't wait to go back!!! read more

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Cranelli's is my favorite Italian restaurant in Colorado. We tried the new IrinCini. These are delicious. They are caprese filled balls with Parmesan mozzarella tomatoes, and onions. Topped with a Housemade pesto sauce. These are to die for we also had chicken Parmesan and lasagna, which were delicious they're garlic knots are also highly recommended with marinara sauce. The waitresses and staff are very upbeat and nice and it is always packed full. Very pleasant ambience and great experience. read more

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Stopped in last Sunday in time for Happy Hour and super affordable Pinot Noir and $6 appetizers, including the Caprese, which is now one of my new favorites! Always worth the drive to Lone Tree for Cranelli's! read more

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I wished their Aglio e olio was lemony as it tasted before! I've been here twice since my first meal at cranellis and honestly it wasn't like it tasted before. The chicken piccata is good and so is their sausage - I'm always on the hunt for a good fennel sausage! Service was always been good and so has the ambience. read more

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We were seated at our table within minutes of our reservation and the place was packed. We have been coming here for years and it was the first time we were seated on the "Fun Patio". It is an awesome place to sit. Seated at our table we were greeted by our server PARIS. Paris took our order after making some outstanding suggestions. We started with a Ceasar Salad which was so fresh and delicious. Next our main course was served, Eggplant Parmigiana and Lobster Ravioli. Every bite was so amazingly delicious. They know how to cook and serve food that is truly out of this world. Graham did a Fantastic job clearing our table and making sure everything was perfect at our table. The Service, Food and Ambience make Cranelli's one of the Best Restaurants in the Denver Metroplex. Looking for a GREAT PLACE to take a meal then I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Cranelli's. read more

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I typically don't do Italian, but Cranelli's does it very well. The garlic knots came out crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Seasoned to perfection with an adequate amount of salt and strong garlic flavor. The marinara sauce also tasted robust and freshly made. I had the meatball appetizer (honestly could have been an entire entree with how big they were) and they were amazing. Paired with a side of crostini, it made for an amazing meal. I got to try their seasonal butternut squash gnocchi and that was amazing too. A perfect blend of sweet and savory We made our reservation online and were seated within a few minutes upon arrival. The atmosphere is cozy and good for small parties. The staff were also very nice and attentive as well. The best touch was the owner of the establishment making rounds with each table making sure everyone was happy and content. She had a great energy about her. I would definitely come here again and look forward to trying more things. read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Meatball - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

Great food and atmosphere! We stopped by with a larger party while in town and picked this spot based on location. Despite it being busy, we were able to make a reservation in advance and be seated quickly. The waiter was super helpful (even in accommodating kids) and the owner even stopped by for a friendly conversation. I got the seasons butternut squash gnocchi and it was fantastic. The garlic knots and meatball appetizers were also good. Finally I got a red sangria. Would definitely come back! read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

The staff and management were wonderful! We were sat at a table right by the front door, so it was kind of chilly. But to say "thank you" for not complaining, the manager came over and offered us free garlic knots and an appetizer. That was very nice, thank YOU! We split a bottle or red wine, which was delicious. I want to go look for it at the store, was very tasty. The garlic knots and arancini were good. I would have preferred the knots to be cooked for another 1 minute. And the arancini were good, just a unique flavor combination for an Italian restaurant-- jalapeño cornbread with a honey butter glaze/sauce. My chicken marsala was the real let down of the meal. But I have a couple of thoughts. Either 1. They are just so busy around the holidays, that they are just trying to put out as many dishes as possible, so quality slipped. Or 2. This is just their version of a marsala sauce, and it wasn't what I expected. I'm not Italian, so take this with a grain of salt, but I expect a marsala sauce to be brown, rich, creamy and deep in flavor. This sauce was watery and bland. The Tiramisu was amazing! Definitely get that. The staff, service, wine and dessert were enough for me to say, "I'll come back and give them another try!" But I need to find another pasta dish that knocks my socks off before giving them a five star review. Thanks for the great time, see ya next time! read more

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This place is my favourite defo the best! The food here is always amazing! From all kind of pastas to garlic knots & sandwiches Are justttttt perfect The sauces of the pastas are unbeatable, It's my to go place alwaysssssss !! The staff here is super friendly & best! Diablo is must to try...! Cappuccino here have my heart...it's just too good.... Always on my order for sure! Always recommended guys! Can never go wrong read more

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To go: Still the best meatball sandwich that I've ever had. The perfect blend of meatballs, sauce, cheese and bread. You won't find a better one. It's a little pricy would be my only issue but tonight, I had to have one to go. read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - The best meatball sandwich ever. - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

We had a great time here and love coming back this will always be our go to spot for Italian food. We did experience a couple small hiccups. We initially received lasagna instead of baked ziti but our server was very gracious, quickly bringing out the baked ziti and letting us keep the lasagna. Additionally, we always order the aglio e olio, but this time it wasn't as lemony-buttery as we liked it since the noodles were clumping together. We also felt a bit rushed when the waitress began clearing the table and grabbing some of our plates while we were still actively eating, which made us feel a little uncomfortable and rushed. Aside from that, it was a very busy Sunday night and the service was prompt. Overall, we still enjoy dining here and look forward to returning! The ambiance was great! read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

What a great experience! The food was great and the staff and owners are so welcoming. We felt like family when we left. The bar area is very cool and fun. Do yourself a favor and go for a wonderful meal experience! read more

Had breakfast here with bottomless mimosas and their frittata was spectacular! But what really sets this place apart is the staff. I've been three times, and every visit comes with a genuinely warm welcome from the hostess, great service at the bar, and attentive servers on the floor. The manager even went out of their way to accommodate my allergies. read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Frittata - choose your own ingredients to add - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

I think I first reviewed Cranelli's seven or eight years ago now and still year after year when we are visiting family and friends in Colorado we always make a point to come by here. The food quality is so consistently delicious, genuinely never a bad experience. Our waiter just two nights ago was the absolute best and the vibe here is always super chill. I think one of the hardest things about eating out or really even finding restaurants that you want to continuously revisit is finding those spots that come through with consistently delicious food every single time, but Cranelli's is 100% one of those spots that gets it right every time . Can't recommend enough the meatballs, the burrata with the spicy marinara & any of the pasta dishes! read more

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Great food,service, and ambiance. Everyone is very nice . The food is very delicious. It is very comfortable.

We love Cranelli's and tonight was no different!!! I have been going here for several years and watched the restaurant expand and grow. However, the DELICIOUS food, outstanding service, and family feel has stayed the same. Tonight we had the most incredible dinner and our waitress was attentive, kind, helpful, and made our experience wonderful. This is a restaurant we will keep coming back to, time and time again. Not pictured: Caesar and house salads, Arancini's (a MUST) Thank you Cranelli's for being consistent in quality, kindness, and an overall wonderful experience! read more

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I returned to Cranelli's for another try, but this time I decided that I needed to reset my perspective. First and foremost, this is a business of utmost honesty and integrity. When it comes to customer service and doing what's right, they are above and beyond. After my first visit, Cranelli's reached out to me and wanted to understand my perspective better. Perspective is everything. On my first visit, I was thinking about classic, old school preparation of Italian food. But that is not what they are trying to do. Instead, they do their own unique style with fresh, high quality ingredients. While each dish does not taste like something you would get in an old Italian immigrant neighborhood, each dish is flavorful, tasty, and draws strong inspiration from the classics. The bolognese, for example, has a compelling smoked meat within its complex flavor profile from the type of bacon they use. The chicken marsala had a sauce that didn't beat you over the head with marsala, but the marsala was easily detectable, yet subtle, as we enjoyed the dish. I know it sounds a little basic, but their garlic knots were on another level. I think everyone should order them on each visit. Their cannoli is also an outstanding item that might easily be dismissed by someone looking for something more exotic. And finally, the seasonal pumpkin panna cotta was my favorite of the desserts we tried. It was basically everything that I want in a pumpkin dessert. What I love about their desserts is that nothing is cloyingly sweet. Service throughout the night was quite good. We felt very welcomed and comfortable. Despite every table being occupied, noise levels were not bad and we could carry a conversation at our table without yelling. I thank Cranelli's for reaching out to me, which led me to giving them another shot with a different perspective. read more

A restaurant I enjoy coming to every now and then! I loved my lasagna and the stuffed mushroom caps were the highlight for all of us. And I don't even like mushrooms! The service here is excellent. My sister did not like her meatballs. They were doughy and not appetizing what-so-ever, but our server was so kind enough to let us exchange them for a different protein. I really appreciated how simple our server made it and how painless it was to send the meatballs back, because to be honest, sending food back is not our forte and we try to avoid it at all costs. But hey, here I am as a reminder to let you know you that if you do not like your food, just ask if you can order something else! But keep in mind, always be kind. read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

Great place !! everything's really good there. They're super friendly. Everything I tried there is good . The owner there is awesome so nice ! Place is great for parties . But parking is small but you can park across the street read more

We have been here, probably five times now, and every single time it is great! We have ordered both in the restaurant and for takeout. Service is always very friendly. Garlic knots are to die for. This is our go to Italian place in Denver! read more

We ordered a couple of different dishes for take out, and all of it was fantastic! You can tell the quality from their noodles and sauces. Some of the dishes we tried were the garlic knots, chicken parm, fettuccine alfredo, aglio e olio, and the diablo. It's really hard to pick my favorite because they all tasted delicious. Our order was placed for takeout. When I picked up the food, I noticed the decor of the restaurant, it looked lovely, so I'll definitely have to dine in one day. The host was friendly, and my order was correct & ready on time. Looking forward to trying out more dishes next time! read more

Our favorite local Italian spot. They are always busy so it's best to make reservations. Take out is always good too, they give reasonable time frames, always provide the complete order, and are helpful/thorough. My favorite are the Gluten Free twice baked ziti and the gluten free Italian cookies. My family loves the garlic knots, stuffed shells, and chicken parm. read more

Everything was perfect. The ambiance is amazing...modern while still being cozy. We went on a Friday at lunch and it was packed. The only bad thing is their parking lot which 1. you drive by bc the place looks like a hotel and 2. there are about .5spots. Our server was amazing, answering all questions and making suggestions. We ordered the stuffed mushrooms and were amazed that there were about a zillion of them on the plate. The sauce on them alone is worth the terrible parking lot. The garlic knots and marinara were also so buttery and delicious. Dad had the chicken piccata which had mushrooms and asparagus, which we'd never had before. I had clam linguini and it was packed with clams and another incredible sauce. Definitely a good find, just be careful of what time you go bc it is crowded at lunch and I can't imagine being able to find parking on a Friday night. We were told there's parking across the street, but if you're disabled, that's a no-go. read more

Truly I couldn't have had a better experience! We hosted our team dinner here for our cheer team and not only was the food incredible but the staff was really made the experience! So kind and just so attentive and happy to be there! It was the best place to host and event and the outdoor patio area was so great! read more

I've eaten here many times over the years but never done a formal review. Words can't express how amazing this restaurant is. The food is incredible. And that's why it's often super busy! Everything is fresh, delicious and cooked to perfection. My favorite dish is the Aglio e Olio. All the gorgeous garlic and olive oil. Yum! I also adore the garlic knots. Really you can't go wrong with any dish. Without a doubt the most legitimate Italian restaurant in the area. The service is always excellent and this place is immaculate clean. Five stars in every category. read more

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Our family went and had a good time. There was a good selection for the kids and some menu items could be made vegan.

Great service, very welcoming place! Really good vibes, table was ready on time. We love the Caesar salad and the calzone was fenomenal too, pasta was decent but not as good as the other dishes. Definitely recommend it:) read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Caesar - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

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AMAZING!!!! 10 stars!!! We are here on a Saturday at 2:00pm. We ordered Gluten Free Garlic Knots, Gluten Free Bolognese and Gluten Free Chicken Carbonara. The best gf noodles I have ever had!!! The service was great, the ambience was great and servers were so nice! Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Chicken Carbonara and Bolognese - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

This was our second time having dinner here. The first time the food and service was great, this time not so good the food was just so so there were five of us and we agreed. Maybe new cooks. I don't think we will back read more

Visited for the first time today & was pleasantly surprised. Had the strawberry salad as well as the side of meatballs & all was great! Everyone had a very enjoyable & memorable meal & we will all definitely be back! Great food, atmosphere & vibe & can't wait to go back! read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Side of Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

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First time here, nice little gem in a quaint neighborhood. Came in for lunch for our granddaughter graduation. Our server Andres C was outstanding. Welcome us and explained the menu in detail. Offer two orders of Garlic knots in honor of our granddaughter. Food was excellent. Good place for a date night very charming, will definitely remember this place! read more

Great place, very busy but the food was wonderful and the staff was great! For a small wine list it was not half bad. read more

This experience was fine. Our waiter was EXCELLENT, very kind and attentive, and he balanced the busyness of the environment well. The food was just ok. Garlic knots were delicious, but everything else - fettuccine alfredo, linguine and clams, fried peppers, wine, desserts - was mediocre and a bit bland, unfortunately. It was also really loud - I think this is probably a great place for the neighborhood and for a family outing, but not a great fit for why we were there, which was for a delicious Italian meal to celebrate a birthday. I'm glad we tried it, but there are better Italian meals out there and we won't return. read more

My experience was absolutely amazing. Maria, my server, was beyond exceptional. She was attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, had amazing recommendations, and was kind. She makes the Cranelli's experience 100% better. read more

We loved our dinner so much at Cranelli that we came back the next day for lunch to try more items. We loved everything we ordered (Aglio E Olio, Eggplant Rollatinin, Eggplant Sandwich), but my favorite was the Eggplant Parmesan. I substituted sauteed spinach for the pasta and was so glad I made that decision. The spinach was perfectly cooked and the flavors of the deliciously seasoned tomato sauce made for a very healthy, low-carb meal. I loved it! The service is wonderful, both at dinner and lunch the next day we were so well taken care of. Plus, they have outdoor seating for sunny days, and they play great music. We can't wait to return again! read more

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant - Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Lone Tree, Colorado

Best Italian food I have had in a long time!! We love going to Cranelli's! There isn't a dish I have had that I didn't love from the appetizers to the deserts. Such a wonderful restaurant with great service and a nice atmosphere. My favorite dish is the Lobster Ravoli with their garlic knots. They have got to be one of my familys most favorite restaurants to go to have a nice meal. read more

Amazing family restaurant! The servers are friendly and attentive and the food is exceptional! It was our first time there and we were given the garlic knots for free and they were delicious. I could have eaten a dozen or more of them! The entrees were fresh and made with care and detail. We met one of the owners and she was awesome. The vibe there is as wonderful as the food. Will definitely return! read more

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