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Restaurants in Highlands

Spuntino

4.6
907 Google reviews$$$ · Expensive

Rates above the average for restaurants near Highlands — one of 24 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

Spuntino is an Italian-Indian fusion restaurant in Denver known for its innovative pasta dishes and attentive service, located in a vibrant neighborhood spot.

The standout quality is the careful balance of high-quality ingredients with unexpected Indian spices woven throughout the menu, paired with genuinely attentive service that makes you feel valued.

  • ✓Exceptional service staff who are knowledgeable, personable, and attentive to detail without being overbearing
  • ✓Fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared with clear care and creativity in each dish
  • ✓Cozy, welcoming atmosphere in a fun part of town that works well for date nights or special occasions
  • ⚠The Indian spice profile is strong and divisive—flavors may be too intense for those preferring traditional Italian cuisine

How this is written: we run the full set of recent Google reviews through AI to pull out what guests consistently say — including the complaints, which is why there's a downsides list rather than only the good bits. It's rewritten as new reviews come in, so it describes the hotel as it is now, not as it was whenever someone last got round to writing a paragraph about it. Read the reviews yourself on Google Maps.

Hours

Monday: 5:00 – 8:45 PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:45 PM

Thursday: 5:00 – 8:45 PM

Friday: 5:00 – 9:15 PM

Saturday: 5:00 – 9:15 PM

Sunday: 5:00 – 8:45 PM

Closed now

People Order

  • —Focaccia & Ricotta with roasted garlic
  • —Dumpling pasta with cherries
  • —Arancini
  • —Espresso Chocolate Torte

Things To Do Nearby

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Mariah Turriff

a month ago

Absolutely phenomenal experience from start to finish. The food was outstanding—clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients—and every dish we tried was delicious. The service was just as impressive: friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without being overbearing. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend.

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Sean L.

4 months ago

My wife and I went to Spuntino for her birthday based on a recommendation from a friend and it was a great experience through and through. It is a cozy restaurant situated in a fun part of town. We were sat quickly and greeted by our wonderful server, Janine. She was personable, inviting, and walked us through the menu since it was our first time. We loved the Focaccia & Ricotta and the Arancini was delightful. Both of our entrees, Fazzoletti and Gnocchetti, did not disappoint either. We finished things off with an Espresso Chocolate Torte and and Espresso Martini that they split into two glasses for us without us even needing to ask. It is clear that Spuntino has an eye for detail and employs staff that truly want their patrons to have the best experience possible. Bravo to the entire team! We will certainly be back for more lovely memories and delicious food.

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Damien Neuman

2 months ago

Fantastic venue for a date night. The food was exceptional with vibrant notes of Indian spices carefully woven into each dish. But our waitress made the experience with how kind and helpful she was throughout our meal 10/10.

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E Glick

4 weeks ago

One of the best meals I've had in Denver. The service was great. Our server described the dishes in a way that make our mouths water and gave recommendations that did not miss. The burrata, the foccacia, the lasagna and the dumpling pasta was all amazing. The flavor profile of the dumpling pasta was like nothing ive ever tried and the cherries took it to another level. Can't wait to go back

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spuntino worth it in Highlands?

The standout quality is the careful balance of high-quality ingredients with unexpected Indian spices woven throughout the menu, paired with genuinely attentive service that makes you feel valued. Known for: italian meets indian in every bite.

What should I order at Spuntino?

Popular choices at Spuntino include Focaccia & Ricotta with roasted garlic, Dumpling pasta with cherries, Arancini, Espresso Chocolate Torte.

What do visitors love about Spuntino?

Exceptional service staff who are knowledgeable, personable, and attentive to detail without being overbearing Fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared with clear care and creativity in each dish Cozy, welcoming atmosphere in a fun part of town that works well for date nights or special occasions

Is there anything to know before visiting Spuntino?

The Indian spice profile is strong and divisive—flavors may be too intense for those preferring traditional Italian cuisine

How expensive is Spuntino?

Spuntino is on the pricier side, with a 4.6-star rating from 907 Google reviews.

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