High-class northern Italian
Panzano
Why locals love it
Despite Denver's strong Italian history, most eateries were sub-par red-sauce joints until the past decade or so. Happily, the shift has been dramatic and now some of the city's best Italian restaurants are its best restaurants, period. High among them is Panzano, an elegant yet comfortable establishment specializing in northern Italian cuisine.
Why you should visit it
Occupying the ground floor of Hotel Monaco, this is no ordinary hotel restaurant. In line with the motto "chi mangia bene, viva bene" (those who eat well, live well) Panzano expertly pairs classics such as pappardelle Bolognese and tagliatelle carbonara with innovations inspired by local ingredients like duck-liver mousse and fried brussel sprouts.
Special tip
The prix-fixe special offered for Denver Restaurant Week at the end of February and August is an unmissable value. They also have a great happy hour.
Mon-Th: 06:30-22:00
Fr: 06:30-23:00
Sa: 08:00-23:00
Su: 08:00-21:00