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Restaurants in Downtown

Panzano

4.5
1,700 Google reviews$$$ · Expensive

One of 25 restaurants we've tracked near Downtown.

Things to Know

Panzano is an upscale Italian restaurant in Denver known for its expertly prepared game meats and housemade pasta, located downtown with exceptional service that matches the quality of its food.

Reviewers consistently praise Panzano for delivering restaurant-quality food paired with genuinely warm, attentive service from staff who make diners feel valued rather than overlooked.

  • Elk entrée served sous-vide with blackberry jam is described as exceptionally tender and memorable
  • Brussels sprouts appetizer is consistently mentioned as standout, though slightly salty for some
  • Service staff (including Bryan and Chris) are named and praised for being knowledgeable, warm, and attentive
  • Tiramisu is repeatedly called the best reviewers have had
  • Special occasion meals like Thanksgiving dinner include thoughtful touches like to-go sandwich kits
  • Brussels sprouts appetizer can skew salty

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM

Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM

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People Order

  • Elk with blackberry jam
  • Halibut
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Tiramisu
  • Negroni Rosa

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What Visitors Say

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Heather Laski

4 months ago

Exceptional experience. I decided to come here for Thanksgiving instead of cooking, and I think I have a new tradition. The food in their 3-course meal was delicious, chef/cooks and servers were so friendly and helpful, and they event sent me home with a Thanksgiving sandwich to-go kit. Couldn’t have asked for a better meal.

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Akshay G

4 months ago

One of our favorite restaurants to dine at in Denver. We ordered the Brussel sprouts for appetizers and then the Halibut for mains. Both were great. Brussel sprouts were a bit on the saltier side but we still enjoyed it. The halibut is always cooked really well here. What I like about the place is that the service matches the food quality. Sometimes restaurants have great food but bad service because they think too much of themselves. Not Panzano. Chris was our server on Thanksgiving eve and he was amazing! Even the other staff bringing out the food were awesome. Oh and I forgot about the Tiramisu! Delicious. Please stay humble Panzano!

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Matthew Martin

3 months ago

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.

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Tommy Adelmann

a month ago

We went to Panzano’s for dinner, and it was amazing. I ordered for Antipasti, the “Fritto Misto”, the “Chestnut Crostini”, and lastly, the “ Burrata with House-Made Focaccia”. For the main course, we indulged on the “Costolette di Bufalo”. Everything was fantastically seasoned and presented, with a very timely rush. Our server was attentive to the flavor profiles we requested, and did an amazing job at giving suggestions and personal recommendations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Panzano worth it in Downtown?

Reviewers consistently praise Panzano for delivering restaurant-quality food paired with genuinely warm, attentive service from staff who make diners feel valued rather than overlooked. Known for: Italian fine dining, impeccable service, every time.

What should I order at Panzano?

Popular choices at Panzano include Elk with blackberry jam, Halibut, Brussels sprouts, Tiramisu, Negroni Rosa.

What do visitors love about Panzano?

Elk entrée served sous-vide with blackberry jam is described as exceptionally tender and memorable Brussels sprouts appetizer is consistently mentioned as standout, though slightly salty for some Service staff (including Bryan and Chris) are named and praised for being knowledgeable, warm, and attentive Tiramisu is repeatedly called the best reviewers have had Special occasion meals like Thanksgiving dinner include thoughtful touches like to-go sandwich kits

Is there anything to know before visiting Panzano?

Brussels sprouts appetizer can skew salty

How expensive is Panzano?

Panzano is on the pricier side, with a 4.5-star rating from 1,700 Google reviews.

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