I have been wanting to try Panzano out for years now, so I am glad the opportunity presented itself. Panzano is located inside the Hotel Monaco along 17th in downtown Denver. When you make reservations, and it is highly recommended that you do, there is an option to select a preset theatre menu option- Theatre Prix Fixe for $60 per person or the traditional menu option. The Theatre menu is the way to go for sure. For my first course, I selected the Insalata di Caesar. This is a very large portion of salad so be forewarned but it is also very good, so win-win. For the main course, I opted for the Pollo alla Milanese. Also, a huge plate of food. I was able to make two additional meals from the chicken. The tagliatelle was perfectly cooked and the sauce paired perfectly well with the breaded chicken. Perfetto! For dessert, I had to try the Budino di Caramello. The butterscotch was truly delectable. Our server and the staff at Panzano were amazing and checked in on us frequently. I highly recommend Panzano if you're in the area. read more

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Got the bourbon flight. It was strong, hit the nose nicely, but the rye-like flavor just isn't for me. 6.5/10. The orange cream soda was really good. 8/10. Calamari was mid. Too much batter. 6/10. The Brussels sprouts were a standout. Super crispy with a sweet glaze, and the apple salad on top tied it all together. 9/10. Service was great overall, just wish they checked in a bit more. 8/10. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Vibes were solid but nothing crazy. 7/10.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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We came in about an hour before close for a late dinner. Our server was great and she explained the menu well. I had the Caesar salad with chicken. The salad was fresh and delicious. The chicken was very bland. My husband had a fungi dish and added shrimp. He said it was good. I did think the cost of the food was a bit high. It was $38 for the small fungi dish and $21 for my salad. $4.50 for a Coke. Overall, the food and service were good but I don't think it matched the cost. read more

Panzano - Pasta ai Funghi** added shrimp - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

What a surprise in finding this restaurant in our hotel and perhaps a hidden gem in Denver. This restaurant is part of the breakfast option for staying at the hotel and what an incredible find. Best omelette at any hotel in recent memory. Food was fantastic, bottomless coffee and a good selection on breakfast. I thought the English muffin was delightfully toasted. My wife enjoyed her breakfast too. Service was a little slow, I think to the lack of servers. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautifully decorated the restaurant was pleasant and enjoyable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would visit again to explore other treats and offerings. read more

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Stopped in just before their break between lunch and dinner, so I caught the tail end of the lunch menu (which is a bit limited). The service was still very friendly and accommodating, which I appreciated--especially given the timing. I tried the salmon, and while it was cooked well, the sauce leaned a little too sweet for my taste. Overall, a good experience, and I'd come back earlier next time to try more of the menu. read more

Panzano - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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I was in Denver for business and Panzano was right on the corner, near my hotel. I had been there before but it's been more than 12 years ago! I wanted something nearby and quick and This was perfect. My server was amazing and it's such a cute spot. The food was delicious but I have to admit I wasn't a fan of the Foccacia...it wasn't very fresh and pricey (no complimentary bread service). I was bummed that their Caesar Salad isn't grilled any longer (it was to die for), so didn't order a salad. It's a convenient location if you're in the Downtown Denver area! read more

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We walked here from our hotel, and we're glad we did! We met some friends to total 5, each ordering something different. Everyone was pleased with their meal and the coffee. I really enjoyed the panzano Benedict w polenta cakes. What's fun change from an English muffin! The service was quality and the over all value was solid. I'd go back. read more

Panzano - Panzano Eggs Benedict (on polenta - YUM) - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

My friend and I were staying at the Kimpton and enjoyed our last dinner at Panzano. Our waiter was exceptional and I wish we knew his name, but he had the best energy and provided amazing service. I had the Spadone cocktail which was awesome and not too tequila forward. Our appetizer was the chestnut crostini, which was good but we weren't a fan of the whipped cheese thru used. Our entrees were stellar; the halibut and the chicken pasta. We loved them and would highly recommend. Their tiramisu was delicious and a very large portion. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant is super cozy and I love the open kitchen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Great bar at the Kimpton Monaco hotel, they also serve a great breakfast. Wasn't able to have other meals there. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is nicely decorated and kept up well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff was great nice friendly folks. read more

I have no issue spending a lot on restaurants. And this place is expensive. Two cocktails were $35 before tip. Yet there's a level of experience I expect. For example: I make a reservation and honor it. If stuff goes wrong, make it good. Panzano treated their 25-minute delay (until a waiter actually greeted us)as a revenue-making event. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We weren't the only ones sitting in the bar. The place didn't even seem that busy. This was an 8 o'clock reservation.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Sure, we got an apology. But I've been to a lot cheaper restaurants where the first thing they'd do is try to make it right. I could have taken them to task. That was the option I gave my wife for Valentine's Day: let them know I'm unhappy. But in the end, it was easier to pay for the drinks and leave. They ruined it. First by not honoring the reservation. Then by making it clear we weren't the only ones they'd messed up. And finally, by making no effort to make the evening better. Sorry -that's fine for Outback. But if I'm spending $100-150 a person, I expect more. read more

What a treat. I mean if you have the luxury of visiting this place, I would highly recommend it. We were celebrating a special occasion and went for the chef's course. They serve multiple plates paired with a beverage. We also ordered a few extra dishes on top of the chef's course because we wanted them. Props to the chefs that delivered and the server who worked very hard to make sure we got the drink and plate served around the same time. My favorite dish from the chef's menu is easily the watermelon salad. My entire group was skeptical at first, but WOW. It worked. I mean the puree with the fresh watermelon and the garnish just clicked. Simply a genius work of art. All the other dishes were delicious and simply top notch as well. You can tell the noodles were freshly made. The wine pairings for each of the dishes were very intentional and delicious. I can't stop praising the chefs enough, so I'm going to end my review here. Again, this place is worth a shot. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]We were walking by this place and it was so busy with a number of large parties and when we checked the menu, everything looked really good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were able to walk in and get a table for two, and I have to say that the food was terrific. We ordered the Arrabiata, one of the salads, and the broccolini. Everything was terrific. The Arrabiata was full of flavor, very fresh, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The salad that we ordered, had an apple caper vinaigrette and candy pecans and was refreshing. Finally, the broccolini had a lot of garlic and a little bit of nuts sprinkled in which really Made it even more delicious. I should add that the service was terrific. The waiter came and refilled our water numerous times and was very attentive. Everything about this place was great and we would come back again in a heartbeat. . read more

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I took my daughter to Panzano for brunch before attending a matinee performance at the Buell Theater. This restaurant is located in the Monaco Hotel just a few blocks from the theater complex. They advertise a pre fixe menu before nighttime performances and no specials before the matinee so we had to order from the breakfast menu. The restaurant called me before we went to tell me there was no brunch available today - another reason to order breakfast! The menu is quite limited so my daughter ordered a chicken hash skillet which was highly recommended by our server. I ordered their version of eggs Benedict which was served over rounds of polenta with prosciutto, greens and Calabrian chili Hollandaise sauce - very yummy. We ordered mimosas to drink. They had run out of pineapple juice so we drank OJ which was delicious. Our server was great and took great care of us. I've gone to Panzano several times over the years. I will continue going in the future. I'd like to try their theater menu read more

Panzano - My daughter and I in front of panzano - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

[[HIGHLIGHT]]A nice spot for breakfast in downtown Denver.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The wait to be seated was unnecessarily long. There was no host at the podium with the "Please wait here for a host to seat you" sign. The restaurant was not very busy but apparently the servers can't or won't seat customers. Once a host finally showed up and I was seated, Maya was a terrific server. She was courteous, attentive, and quick. The bacon and eggs were good. Potatoes were mediocre. I also had a side dish of berries, which were fresh. Good coffee. Nothing special about the orange juice. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a North Italian restaurant that offers a cozy yet casual atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had a delicious Burrata and some great Bolognese spaghetti and some creamy Vongole sauce. A little bit too creamy for my taste. But all pasta dishes are finished in the oven. The service was friendly and focused. read more

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Honestly the food here just doesn't taste super good but just OK ish, the service is also slow. read more

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I was in town for a conference and was looking for a great Italian restaurant. I came across Panzano based on some prior reviews and decided to give them a try. I was at the bar overlooking the kitchen and it was great to see them at work. Chefs compliments was a sample of one of their appetizers - delicious! I also had a half order of Brussels sprouts which were amazing! For my entree, I went with the bolognese - as you may know this can be hit or miss at Italian restaurants - this one was sizable and absolutely delicious! The fresh pasta was great too. My server was attentive and very friendly - exceptional service. I was also able to chat with the chef and staff and they were friendly and fun to talk to. Bottom line it was a great experience and I will certainly be back when I'm in Denver. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I highly recommend Panzano if you are looking for some great Italian food and a comfortable and classy setting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Great cocktails, food and ambiance. The braised short ribs were fantastic especially. Would for sure come back!

This place is FANTASTIC. There were four of us celebrating a birthday. We were downtown on a Friday night for a comedy club event and had made reservations elsewhere. When we got to the first restaurant, none of us were feeling the vibe. We decided to walk towards the comedy club and see what was on the way. We landed at Panzano's. OMG, everything was fantastic. We were greeted warmly and promptly seated. Our waiter, Christian, was over the top fantastic. He took very, very good care of us and our birthday celebration. The food was divine. Our table had calamari, mushroom soup w/balsamic vinaigrette, buffalo short ribs, a chicken dish, buratta w/pesto & tomato jam, tiramisu and a butterscotch pudding. We waddled out of there very happy! We were very happy we had a 15 minute walk to the comedy venue as well. This is one of the best dinners any of us have had in a very long time. We will be back. Christian - thank you (and the kitchen) for making our dinner so fabulous. read more

I dined at the bar Thursday evening availing myself of their happy hour. They have a quality selection of beers on tap. I enjoyed their pepperoni and sausage pizza and finished with a pretty tasty tiramisu. Service was attentive and friendly from the bar staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is pleasant and comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Panzano - Pepperoni and sausage pizza - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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This restaurant came recommended, and in general it didn't disappoint for dinner (will comment on breakfast separately). We started with the fritto misto and focaccia. The bread was simple but so rich and tasty. The accompanying tapenade was balanced and flavorful. When a restaurant can make a simple dish and execute it well, I have more faith in the quality of ingredients they use. The fritto misto included a substantial serving, which was a pleasant surprise. That being said, the description notes that it includes shrimp (in addition to calamari, olives, zucchini, and peppers), but there were only two shrimp in our dish. Again - a flavorful and well-balanced dish. The breading was light, and overall, we didn't find it to be too greasy. The pollo alla milanese sold out the evening we dined, which speaks to its popularity. Breaded and fried chicken (e.g., chicken parmesan, etc.) is not really my thing, but I gave this dish a try. Overall, it was nice. I enjoyed the pasta more than the chicken. Finally, the butterscotch pudding was spot on. It was a large enough serving to split for individuals who like a little something sweet at the end of the meal without going overboard. The four star rating reflects service that I felt was a bit abrasive at times and at other times was a bit inattentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was fine overall - the decor is dated, but it still feels like a nice space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Denver is just knocking it out of coors field for dinner! I'm staying at the kimpton, where panzano is located. So I was a bit leery, as hotel restaurants are not exactly my speed. But the house was pretty poppin every night I've stayed here, so I became intrigued and ended up enjoying a completely delicious and lovely dinner. The cuisine is Italian with a lot of familiar selections. I sat at the chef's table, and chef was kind enough to tell me about his preferred veggie selections and crafted an extra spicy arrabiata just for me. The pasta was the right amount of Al dente, and the Calabrian chili burn was sublime and lingering. The other line chefs checked in on me as well, and it was fun to hear and watch all the action. For my cocktail, I ventured away from my favorite poisons and tried the sunspear- a marriage of reposado mezcal and tequila, chamomile and lemon, which actually made for a very interesting pairing with my unique plum sorbet dessert! They have a great list of amaros as well. Abby on service was so very friendly, helpful and professional. I really felt cared for here, and I enjoyed every minute. I'd recommend reservations and be aware of downtown parking. But I think you'll be as happy as I am if you pick panzano for your next meal, and Denver visitors need to keep this on their must eat list! You can walk off the calories at the nearby 16th street promenade! read more

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I have had the ability to eat here multiple times and it never disappoints. Really good Italian restaurant in Denver and worth going to.

Panzano's $70 4-course tasting presented a considered exploration of Italian flavors. It was a well-priced opportunity to sample a range of offerings and it presented good value for the quality. A $30 wine pairing option was available to enhance the meal. We arrived and were seated in the main dining room at a booth. Our server, Brian, was a notable asset to the experience. His recommendations for cocktails & desserts were accurate and well-received, demonstrating a good understanding of the menu and a helpful, efficient service style. The Chef's 4-course tasting menu came with an Antipasti, Primi, Secondi, & Dolci dishes. The meal began with a Panzanella salad (Antipasti course), a balanced mix of textures and flavors, featuring kale, squash, and a pleasant tang from the sherry vinaigrette. The pasta course (Primi course), with options like wild boar Bolognese and sausage orecchiette, provided hearty & satisfying dishes. The Secondi course, Seared Pork Tenderloin main was cooked precisely. The dessert selection (Dolci course), particularly the Butterscotch Pudding, was a highlight! A well-paced, thoughtfully prepared Italian meal in Denver, Panzano delivered. The classic dishes were executed with care, and the attentive service by Brian, allowed the food to take center stage. read more

I was in town for a personal appointment, and luckily I had the opportunity to meet up with a friend for dinner who recommended Panzano. So first, location wise. I was staying at the Residence Inn in downtown and the restaurant was walking distance, around the corner of the hotel. Being in town as a single woman, I appreciated having a restaurant so close that I felt very safe walking to from the hotel. The restaurant ambiance was welcoming, a bit old school with big booths and tables around the restaurant. I arrived a bit early, they sat me immediately down with a cocktail / wine menu and restaurant menu that I enjoyed perusing. The wine list (and I am a bit of a wine snob) had a great variety and great wines available from across the globe. However, that night, I opted for a custom drink off the menu. It was a whiskey drink mixed with yellow Chartreuse. I have since reached out to the restaurant to get the name of the cocktail and how to make it, but sadly I still have not heard back. I keep checking on line, but because their food and drinks are seasonal, I cannot find the name of it. This is reducing my rating by a star. Come on - communicate - minimally say you aren't willing to share the drink name and recipe. SAD For dinner I ordered the boar & veal bolognese. OMG = it was excellent and a very nice portion served that I took back tot he hotel with me for the next day. All in all, I would definately come back when I am in town (coming from Portland , OR and a Bay Area CA native). The restaurant was excellent, warm and welcoming. Thanks for a great evening. Now you know how to earn that extra star. Respond to my email request on the drink name / recipe please?? read more

Really great service and food! We had the Brussel sprouts, calamari and the focaccia bread for an appetizer and they were all great. It was especially nice that the Brussel sprouts were crispy all the way through. For dinner I had the Carbonara di Coniglio which was solid. Only request for a change would be to extend your happy hour bar pizza to the full dining room dinner menu. It looked delicious! read more

Drinks: -Ruby melody 6.5/10 well balanced, not very Aperol forward which I liked -Rose tattoo 6/10 tasty and interesting blend of ingredients Apps: -Focaccia 4/10 came cut into chunks which honestly was very odd- I've never had focaccia served like that before. Overall I was pretty let down but this app, I expected way more from it but it was just underwhelming. -Crispy burrata 6/10 I don't actually think that frying it made any impact flavor wise or even experience wise, it would've been just as good not fried. But nonetheless we ate it all! Entrees: -Bolognese 8/10 there's nothing I'd change about this dish I loved the flavors the portion and it came out perfectly hot. I just didn't have a WOW bite which is why I held back a couple stars -Frutti di Mare 5/10 sauce was overly oily and flavor was overpowering Dessert: Service: Maya was our server and she was lovely! Attentive and friendly and offered great suggestions. read more

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I started my evening with a beautiful Negroni Rosa -- perfectly balanced, bright, and the perfect way to begin the night. For my entrée, I enjoyed the elk, served sous-vide style with a blackberry jam. It was absolutely exceptional -- tender, flavorful, and paired flawlessly with a glass of Barolo. Truly one of the most memorable dishes I've had in a long time. To finish, I had the best tiramisu I've ever tasted, along with an espresso martini that was rich, smooth, and the perfect end to the meal. I also want to mention Bryan, who was genuinely one of the best servers I've ever had -- attentive, knowledgeable, warm, and an absolute pro. He elevated the entire experience. From start to finish, the evening was beyond belief. Thank you, Panzano, for an outstanding meal. I can't wait to return. read more

Panzano - Alce de griglia - elk with blackberry jam and onion sous vide - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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This was a 5-star experience, particularly with the excellent service from Brian and staff, tho all wasn't perfect but most was and then some. Let's start with one of the most amazing salads I've ever had, the Insalata Di Cavoli, a delicious combination of delightful flavors, easily shareable. The Cavolini Di Bruxelles (Brussels sprouts) was equally delicious with its caramelized sprouts and apple sticks, tho the sprouts were a bit on the al dente side, at least for me)...a generous portion, too. We really enjoyed the rich Bolognese pasta, again shareable. I liked the tiramisu, which was fine, if a bit undistinguished. The broccolini was burned, unfortunately, so back it cheerfully went...but there was too much food on the table already so probably for the best. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What pushes the experience to 5-stars is the ambiance, relaxed yet romantic, and the very distinguished service of one Brian and crew.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Nice wine list. Note: it appears the main part of the restaurant is closed on Sunday for dinner and only offers a limited menu (some good looking pizzas). read more

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Stayed at the hotel connected to Panzano so we frequented the restaurant quite often for brunch and dinner. For brunch, the farm fresh eggs were a solid choice, and I loved the breakfast sandwich! The spicy aioli was the key to the sandwich. For dinner, I ordered the foccacia with the polpette al Pomodoro. Perfect bread for dipping into the delicious sauce! We also went as a big group for happy hour. We loved the Salsiccia Pizza, Pizza al Funghi, and Margherita Pizzas. Overall, every time I went - either for breakfast, happy hour or dinner, the service was wonderful. We always had people coming and going in our party (since it was a business trip) and the servers were always happy to take new orders. read more

We had a great time here. We had a fairly large group and they took great care of us. Everyone had great things to say about their food. I ordered pasta that wasn't on the menu, it was shrimp with a white wine sauce and spinach. I thought it was really good but the noodles were extremely starchy. So starchy that it made my teeth feel weird. Overall, it was a great experience read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I was a solo diner and sat at the chef's bar. First of all I Iove that option![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The wait staff was attentive and knowledgeable. First class service. But Oscar was truly over the top. He was friendly, welcoming and made sure I was comfortable and enjoying my food. Which I forgot to mention was spectacular. To make sure my first visit was not a one off, I came back the next night and it was not a fluke! It seems everyone has been here before and there is a reason. read more

The restaurant is perfect for a quick lunch. The place is well kept and clean. Service is quick and precise and our host even gave us a deal on the bottle we were ordering. I ordered a salad but I heard from my friends that the food was really good. read more

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Probably the best focaccia I hv ever tasted !! crusty n soft at the same time!! Pasta n pizza were fabulous too! read more

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Stopped in on a busy night so I sat at the counter. Excellent salad and pasta Bolognese. Satisfying. Friendly service. read more

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Solid choice for a nice dinner out in downtown Denver. On the pricy side, but nice menu choices throughout and a nice wine list selection. Wait staff are incredibly attentive, friendly, and informed with recommendations and information about the food & beverage offerings. We tried the arancini (definitely recommend), burrata (ok, it was fried which took away from the pure taste but paired nicely with sweet tomatoes), and eggplant for my main dish (photo doesn't do it justice, it was beautiful and super tasty). Other nice salad and dessert options but we didn't have room because of the generous portion sizes. Nice ambiance too:) read more

Panzano - Eggplant main dish - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado

During a solo trip to Denver in 2022, I grabbed a quick lunch at Panzano and still remembered how good the meal was. When I came back with a small group in June 2025, we took a chance on dinner. Wow wow wow. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It may not grab your attention from the outside but the atmosphere, service, and food is top notch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff is friendly and attentive and the menu is varied. My group had the scallops, gnocchi, and duck (with the duck being the star of the night). The bourbon cockails and--later--the choice of ports were also very well received. We followed that up with an outstanding tiramasu and gelato sampler (and the decaf was apparently very good too). Next time business or leisure brings us back to Denver, we'll be back to Panzano. read more

We sat at the bar for a quick dinner prior to going to a show at DCPA. We had the Brussels sprouts which were so very good, and split the bolognese which I wish we had more time to enjoy but we were in a rush! Would definitely love to go again when we have more time. The cons to mention are that the decor is cold and boring and the lobby of the hotel smells like pee... not sure if that was a one time thing when we were there or if it always smells so bad. read more

Great dinner and service at Panzano on Wednesday night. I had a reservation for a large group, and the restaurant was great communicating with me as I ended up changing our quantity multiple times. We showed up a few minutes early for our 7:15 reservation, after I called a few hours earlier to bump it out from 6:15. Our waiter was great, and cocktails and appetizers (calamari and brussel sprouts) came out a short time later. They were both quite good. I went with the Pesce Fresco, especially after learning the white fish was halibut. It was wonderful...possibly the best piece of fish I've had since moving to Colorado. Asparagus was undercooked but wasn't horrible. Others in my group had the scallops, filet, and a few of the pasta dishes. All raved about their meals. Desserts were quite good as well. I had the chocolate mousse with almond bark concoction, while others had the tiramisu, sorbet, and a few other dishes. Everything was great. read more

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At first I wasn't to happy with the service, and quality of one dish . What turned around my experience was the fact the server could tell one dish was barely touched . Which was this shrimp and lobster ravioli. I'm glad she can observe and accommodate accordingly. Wish I got her name . The other dish that was ordered that I really enjoyed was the crusted breadcrumb eggplant lasagna with a marina sauce and basil oil around it . Loooved ! Let me tell you about the delicious desserts. Apple crumble panna cotta . It was refreshing and sweet at the same time . Never had a Panna cotta like that. Definitely the best I have ever had Also tried the olive cake with vanilla ice cream and that was deliciously filling . Wish I took photos of the food but I was in the moment . Regarding the ambience it was nice . As you can see in the one photo I got lol. read more

Panzano - Booth view during dinner - Italian Near Me - Denver, Colorado