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Restaurant Olivia is a premier dining destination in Denver, offering an unforgettable culinary experience. As a renowned Italian restaurant, we serve up authentic, mouth-watering dishes that will transport your taste buds to the Tuscan countryside. Our expert chefs craft each plate with love, using only the freshest ingredients to create an unforgettable Fine dining experience. Step into our cozy Cocktail bar and indulge in handcrafted cocktails, carefully paired with our selection of fine wines from around the world. Our Wine bar features an extensive list of varietals, perfect for sipping and savoring. Craving something specific? Our Pasta shop offers a variety of freshly made pasta dishes, while our Seafood restaurant menu features the freshest catches of the day. Whatever your taste, Restaurant Olivia has something for everyone. Join us for a truly exceptional dining experience in the heart of Denver. Visit us at 290 S Downing St, Denver, CO 80209 and let us treat you to a culinary journey you won't soon forget.

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Experience craft cocktails in an upscale setting at Olivia's bar, where expertly mixed drinks shine alongside attentive service and a chic ambiance.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

OpenTable: 4.5/5

Zagat: 4.5/5

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Liesl aka Li Johansen
Liesl aka Li Johansen -Google user
4 weeks ago
Impromptu dinner after the Botanical Gardens… we were lucky and scored 2 seats at the bar at 7pm. Tim was attentive, kind and friendly. Every bit of our experience was delicious and each bite was a flavorful surprise!
$100+Atmosphere: 5
Adelina Kirilova
Adelina Kirilova -Google user
2 weeks ago
A wonderful place. The food is exceptionally delicious—not just tasty, but absolutely amazing. The staff is very polite, and the atmosphere is lovely.
Atmosphere: 5Not sureNo waitOutdoor patio / terraceHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selectionReally recommend!
JB
JB -Google user
5 months ago
An incredible dining experience! Our server, Phil, was outstanding—attentive, friendly, and made us feel so welcome. The food was easily the best Italian I’ve had in the Denver area, with a personal touch that set it apart. The atmosphere was intimate and never felt too...Read More
Dine inLunch$100+Atmosphere: 5Focaccia, Agnolotti
Hind Ech-cheikh
Hind Ech-cheikh -Google user
5 months ago
It’s always a great experience dining here. Either for a regular dinner or a special occasion, we have never tried a dish that we didn’t like. The service is top notch. The waiters are very knowledgeable and friendly. There is some changes in the menu around the...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Focaccia, Eggplant Parmesan, Tagliatelle Bolognese
Tina P
Tina P -Google user
10 months ago
We had a great time here! Exceptional service, wonderful atmosphere. The food and drinks were delicious, I loved the arancini and the pecorino cheesecake, so good! We were celebrating and they also brought us some champagne for the table. Overall wonderful experience at Restaurant Olivia.
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Focaccia, Tagliatelle Bolognese, Pecorino Cheesecake
Athenas Canal
Athenas Canal -Google user
10 months ago
My boyfriend took me here for dinner on my birthday and we throughly enjoyed it. The service is phenomenal and the dinner was absolutely amazing. The only thing I didn’t like was how close seating was from other people(it felt less intimate). I would recommend...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 4Chopped Salad
Amanda Perez
Amanda Perez -Google user
7 months ago
I’ll be honest. I was extremely hesitant to come here. I was visiting from Miami and coming to celebrate my fiancés birthday and wasn’t sure it was going to be a good pick based on atmosphere from the pictures online. It was such a pleasant...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Perfect, Focaccia
Jo
Jo -Google user
a year ago
This place has been in my list for sometime! I hosted a supper club here for eight women and we left stuffed! They formulated a menu for us in advance of options to choose from. They accommodate my dairy allergy. The service was incredible. They...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Lo Mae
Lo Mae -Google user
a year ago
We celebrated my husbands birthday with his parents and enjoyed ourselves from start to finish! The atmosphere was so warm and inviting. Love the mood - No bright invasive lights. The service was top notch and our server was so gracious. He treated us quite...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Eggplant Parmesan
Hannah Kirschner
Hannah Kirschner -Google user
11 months ago
My husband and I recently celebrated our anniversary at Olivia, and everything was spectacular! We were lucky to have Greg as our server—his recommendations were only overshadowed by his humor! He brought us complimentary champagne to toast our celebration :)) To start, we shared the focaccia...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Focaccia, Agnolotti, Tagliatelle Bolognese, Chopped Salad, Pecorino Cheesecake
SMD
SMD -Google user
2 weeks ago
Perfect food. Great service. We ate nearly the whole menu literally. Standouts were the burrata and focaccia, the chopped salad, eggplant parmigiana, and all the pastas. Four of us (we were hungry), ate 3 small plates, one entree, and 5 pastas and 2 desserts! Nothing...Read More
$50–100Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseSuitable for all group sizesNo wait
Ryan Crawford
Ryan Crawford -Google user
8 months ago
Olivia is simply wonderful! From the atmosphere to the friendly a service to the absolutely delicious food, this restaurant has it all! We sat at the community table and just so happened to be next to friends we knew. The cocktails were lovely and the...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Maddie Kranz
Maddie Kranz -Google user
a month ago
This restaurant is top tier. The menu is always seasonal, incorporating fresh flavors throughout. I’ve never had a disappointing dish. They also change their cocktails seasonally. The old fashions are always a favorite no matter the recipe. The staff is very kind and knowledgeable about...Read More
$100+Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk2 people
Anthony Horling
Anthony Horling -Google user
3 months ago
Great place, food and wine! We ordered all but 1 menu item as our group of four wanted to try everything! It was all fantastic. While all had their individual favorites we all agreed it was worth the trip!
Atmosphere: 4Quiet, easy to talk3-4 people, Suitable for all group sizesNo waitIndoor dining area, Bar area, Booth seating
Rachel Metts
Rachel Metts -Google user
2 months ago
One of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. My husband and I couldn’t stop talking how amazing everything was. I am gluten free and they had options for EVERYTHING!!
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Focaccia, Chopped Salad, Pecorino CheesecakeAmazing gluten free options!
Karla Vázquez
Karla Vázquez -Google user
4 months ago
We tried all six pastas lol so here’s our review! Our favorites were the risotto and triangoli—super savory! Personally, I wasn’t a fan of the famous caramelized onion ravioli, but if you love French onion soup, you’ll probably enjoy it. The tagliatelle had that comforting, homemade...Read More
Dine in$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Sam
Sam -Google user
3 weeks ago
Excellent atmosphere and great quality. The service is top notch as well. Tasting menu is a must but you can't go wrong with the individual dishes as well.
$100+Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkNo waitIndoor dining area
Zahid Iqbal
Zahid Iqbal -Google user
3 months ago
I had the pleasure of dining at Olivia in Denver tonight, and it was nothing short of phenomenal. From the moment I walked in, the warm ambiance and impeccable service set the stage for an unforgettable meal. We opted for the tasting menu, and every...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5
Zach Lambert
Zach Lambert -Google user
2 months ago
Truly excellent service. The meal was delicious, the staff were attentive. The salad was perfectly balanced and refreshing, the bison steak with risotto was delicious! Fun wine selection with a super helpful sommelier. Olivia was a great night out for a special occasion.
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Chopped SaladSomewhat recommendSomewhat difficult to find parking
Savannah Mikayla
Savannah Mikayla -Google user
a month ago
Words can not begin to describe the quality of the evening. Everything from food to drinks and service, was exquisite. By far our best experience in Colorado, and honestly best dining experience. They went out of their way to make our night amazing, especially our...Read More
$100+Atmosphere: 5Not sure2 peopleNo wait

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Popular for

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Accessibility

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Offerings

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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Planning

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