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Gaetano's, Denver, CO

Gaetano's

4.7
4.7
1853 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
We look forward to seeing you soon!

Housed in the historic North Denver Highlands Gaetano's was originally opened in the 1940's by the Smaldone family. Today it is an homage to the classic cocktail era with leisurely lunches, rustic and fresh Italian food and a late night neighborhood gathering.

Join us for brunch Saturday and Sunday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Awarded "Best Bloody Mary Bar" by Westword for 4 years (pre-covid). Also a great Italian style brunch with 6 different flavors of Bottomless Mimosas.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon 16:30–20:30 Tue–Thu 16:00–20:30 Fri 16:00–21:30 Sat 17:00–21:30 Sun 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (303) 455-9852
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Highlands
  • Cross Street
    38th and Tejon
  • Parking details
    Private lot located on the south west corner of the 38th and Tejon intersection
  • Entertainment
    We host several local entertainers; check our website, Facebook page or call for details.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Weekday Happy Hour! Every Monday from 4:30pm - 6pm and Tuesday - Thursday from 3PM - 6PM at Gaetano's. Great drinks small bites and a good deal! Join us!
    Happy Hour photo

What 1,853 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gaetano's offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "amazing food" and "friendly, knowledgeable staff." Known for its authentic dishes like veal parmigiana and gnocchi, patrons appreciate the "cool ambiance" and "fun atmosphere." While noise can be high during busy times, the "excellent cocktails" and "delicious desserts" make it a must-visit spot in Denver.

1,853 Reviews
  1. Michael

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and excellent service! One of the best Italian restaurants I’ve ever been to!

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  2. Lisa

    Denver

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service! Great food and service! I’m not writing a novella to satisfy your algorithm! 🤨

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  3. Dominic

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A holiday lunch with friends was delightful. The server and owner were incredible, making suggestions that truly hit the spot. There’s a fascinating history about the mafia-owned restaurant from the 1950s. The key lime pie and olive oil cake were both exquisite.

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  4. Lee

    Denver

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was great, and the service was even better. (Andrew and Jack) My only complaint was ordering an Old Fashioned and getting a Manhattan. Yuck. Bartender mistake. The waiters even brought our birthday boy a complimentary tiramisu, without singing, which was appreciated.

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  5. Lori

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gaetanos is one of my favorites. I’ve been dining there for years and it’s always been consistently delicious and a fun atmosphere. Love it!

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  6. Shannon

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious and a great, unique spot! We are never disappointed after leaving here.

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  7. Kathleen

    Denver

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This food was absolutely amazing. From start to finish! Toasted Ravioli, Lobster ravioli, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Chicken Parm, Carbonara, Tiramisu, Martinis, Sangiovese on tap. The atmosphere reminded me of The Soprano's. It was such a great experience and I CANNOT wait to go back!

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  8. adam

    Las Vegas

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, delicious gluten free options, top notch cocktails.

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  9. William

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A nice meal with great service and a great value for Denver.

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  10. Alex

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gaetano's is always an absolutely phenomenal experience. We were greeted and seated immediately, and received prompt service at our table. The ambiance is great, and the food is always stellar. Hands down it is among the very best authentic Italian eateries in town.

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Gaetano's is rated 4.7 stars by 1853 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gaetano's

3760 Tejon Street, Denver, CO 80211-2926

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    38th and Tejon
  • Area
    Highlands
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon 16:30–20:30 Tue–Thu 16:00–20:30 Fri 16:00–21:30 Sat 17:00–21:30 Sun 17:00–20:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private lot located on the south west corner of the 38th and Tejon intersection
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We host several local entertainers; check our website, Facebook page or call for details.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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