Italian Restaurants in Colorado

Amore
2355 E. Third Ave, Denver (303) 321-2066
Amore Restaurant specializes in freshly prepared, moderately priced, authentic Northern Italian cuisine, presented in an upscale, intimate setting. Each flavorful dish possesses it's own flair and character unique to Amore. Wines of outstanding quality and excellent value have been hand-selected to complement the menu. Amore’s awards include Best Brunch on AOL City Guide; 3 Westword "Best of Denver" awards: "Best Italian for you and a Date" -06, "Best Once a Week Italian"--05, "Best Power Brunch"—05; Rocky Mountain News "Best Italian American-2006" in their Top 20 Restaurant feature. The restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner, with daily specials and a special Sunday Brunch. Complimentary parking for guests is available in the adjacent lot both day and evening.

Leo s Pizzeria
3245 Cinema Point, Colorado Springs (719) 596-3310
Leo s is located in the First and Main Town Center off of Powers and N. Carefree by the theater in Colorado Springs. Their New York Style pizza is served fresh right when you order. The thin crust pie with toppings that you choose is dusted with a coating of cheese that will remind you of the East Coast. Dine in, Carry out, or Delivery are available.

Luigi's Homemade Italian Food
947 S. Tejon, Colorado Springs (719) 632-7339
Family owned and operated since 1958; Luigi’s is a Colorado Springs Tradition! Casual, cozy, family dining and 100% smoke free. If you are tired of ‘chain’ dining chaos and bars that ‘serve food’, Luigi’s is what you have been searching for! We offer a full bar and wine list in addition to our fine Italian food. Our Dinner Menu includes homemade Manicotti, Ravioli, Tortellacci, Lasagna; Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parmigiana, Chicken Cacciatore; homemade sauces and pastas; pizzas, nightly specials. We also offer a children’s menu. All entrees include salad or soup and fresh Italian bread. Everything on our regular menu is available for carry out. Please call ahead to put your name on the wait list.

Mardano’s Gourmet
3574A Hartsel Drive, Colorado Springs (719) 534-0007
6020 N. Carefree Circle, Colorado Springs (719) 596-8464
315 W. Main Street, Sterling (970) 522-1010
At Mardano's you can get a full meal: Delicious Gourmet Pizzas, Salads, Appetizers and Desserts, at prices that will surprise you. Its so good, you may even get credit for a home cooked meal!

Mollica's Italian Market and Deli
985-A Garden of the Gods Rd., Colorado Springs (719) 598-1088
Exceptionally popular, this gathering place never let’s you down. Friendly atmosphere. Fast service. Award-winning Italian Specialties. Whether you are looking for a great Italian Sandwich (with meat and cheese fresh from their own deli) or looking at a sit down meal of Lasagna or Manicotti, you won’t be disappointed in the cuisine. Live Acoustic Guitar and Jazz Ths – Sat evenings. Conference room available for large gatherings and banquets up to 50 guests. Please call ahead for availability. (Free WI-FI connection available upon request.)

Nonna's Chicago Bistro
6603 Leetsdale Dr. #1, Denver (303)399-2000
This quant Italian style bistro features some of the best home made sauces and delectable specialties. With over 50 years of developing the special recipes, the owners endeavor to present guests with their love and feel for old Italian cooking right down to the Tuscan feel. Enjoy one of the specialty pizzas prepared ‘thin crust” style, brushed with garlic infused olive oil, or let yourself indulge in the specialty pastas like the asparagus ravioli served with creamy marinara or seafood favorites such as shrimp scampi prepared in butter, white wine, and secret spices. Open daily for dinner, open weekdays for lunch.

Paravicini’s Italian Bistro
2802 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs (719)-471-8200
5 S. Hwy. 105, Palmer Lake, (719) 481-2222
The name Paravicini translates to "for the neighborhood" and owners Franco Pisani and Ted Sexton have definitely captured the neighborhood feel of this Italian eatery. Paravicini's Italian Bistro offers hearty Italian favorites along with Chef Franco Pisani's creative specialties. The prices are reasonable, the portions are large, so please join us for some fun, relaxation and incredible food. Named "Best New Restaurant" by the Colorado Springs Gazette. Don’t forget to ask for our recommended wine parings with your special dinner.

Paninos Restaurant
604 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs (719) 635-7452
1721 S. Eighth St., Colorado Springs (719) 635-1188
310 W. Prospect, Ft. Collins (970) 498-8292
Panino ­ A rolled sandwich made with white or wheat dough, then baked to a golden brown. Our Panino's have been served to guests for over 30 years! Guests can order from our time-tested classics, or choose to make up their own combination of ingredients that suits their individual taste. Along with the Panino sandwich, we serve a large variety of Italian Pasta dishes, Pizza, Calzones, Salads, and Prime Rib. We offer a full Bar Service and are a proud supporter of CC Hockey.

Prima Ristorante Denver
1100 14th Street at Hotel Teatro (303) 228-0770
Prima Ristorante Denver features modern Italian cuisine with a menu that shines with fine ingredients, house-made pasta, fresh fish, meat, decedent appetizers and unique salads. The warm and inviting interior is the perfect choice for ala carte/pre-theater dining, large group receptions and is popular for the modern bride’s boutique-style reception or rehearsal dinner. The bar serves up a wide array of cocktails, wines by the glass and a special bar menu for late night dining. Reservations Recommended.

Rocco’s Italian Restaurant
3878 Maizeland Rd., Colorado Springs (719) 574-1426
This quaint Italian Restaurant has been serving guests for over 25 years. Chef Tust has used his years of culinary experience to create homemade sausage, marinara sauce and pastas made from scratch, pizzas, calzones, scampi, and salads all with a Rocco signature melt-in-your-mouth flavor. Don’t leave before ordering the chocolate ‘sin’ toffee mouse cake or the famous cannoli. Reservations are taken for parties of 5 or more, restaurant serves dinner nightly from 4p.

Rotelli Pasta & Pizza
3240 Centennial Blvd., Colorado Springs #100 (719) 520-5600
15910 Jackson Creek Pkwy #120 Monument (719) 484-0011
Presenting classic delicious Italian cuisine at reasonable prices. Our East Coast Pizza arrives tableside fresh and still warm from the oven. We have built the restaurant to welcome family dining, and kids are always welcome. Come to the restaurant to enjoy one of our many specialty salads, seafood dishes, or pasta entrees, or call ahead for take out. Adults can also order from a full wine list.

Siena Restaurant
333 Perry St., Castle Rock (303) 688-2622
Whether your desire is to observe your gourmet pizza cooking in the wood burning oven, enjoy a flatiron steak while relaxing by the fireplace, or sample the crispy calamari while enjoying a glass of wine from over 80 selections, Siena is the place to be in Castle Rock. The restaurant is open nightly for dinner and can be reserved for special occasions by calling ahead. Specialty martini list available with over 20 choices, full bar, and daily happy hour.