Benzina

4.8

626 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Local neighborhood Italian restaurant serving seasonal salads, family-style appetizers, Neapolitan-inspired pizza, handmade pastas, entrees prepared on a Mibrasa Charcoal Oven, and classic desserts, alongside complementing cocktails, local breweries and approachable domestic and international wines. The restaurant is set in a converted gas station with bocce courts and urban planters alongside an outdoor dining patio.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 399-2352
Website
http://benzinadenver.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Daniele Bolognini

Location
4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205
Neighborhood
Park Hill
Cross street
On East Colfax between Dahlia and Eudora
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus stop at Colfax Ave. and Elm. One block from the restaurant
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Aperol Spritz$15.00
Aperol, Prosecco, Club Soda
Hugo Spritz$15.00
Elderflower, Mint, Lime, Soda, Prosecco
Limoncello Spritz$15.00
Limoncello, Prosecco, Club Soda
Classic Negroni$16.00
Gin, Campari, Trincheri Rosso
White Negroni$16.00
Gin, Alessio Blanco, Cocchi Americano
Benzina Old Fashioned$16.00
291 Bourbon, Meletti Amaro, Amaretto, Angostura
Gin or Vodka Martini$16.00
Belle Chasse Vodka or Bluecoat Gin Blue Cheese Olives + $1
Strawberry Fields$17.00
Mezcal, Strawberry, Ginger, Lime, Egg white
Passion Fruit Martini$17.00
Vodka, Passionfruit, Vanilla
Classic Margarita$15.00
Tequila, Luxardo Triple Sec, Lime
Top Shelf Margarita$18.00
Tequila Ocho, Luxardo Triple Sec, Lime
Italian Margarita$15.00
Tequila, Nonino Apertivo, Lime
Spiced Pear Margarita$16.00
Mezcal, Pear, Lime, Agave
Blueberry Cosmo$16.00
Vodka, Blueberry, Cranberry, Lime
Rosemary Empress Gimlet$16.00
Pea Flower Gin, Lime, Rosemary Simple
Fall Fashioned$16.00
Aged Rum, Apple Cider, Angostura
Strawberry Basil G&T$15.00
Gin, Strawberry, Basil, Tonic

Non-Alcoholic

Cherry Limeade$6.00
Club Soda, Lime, Grenadine
Phony Negroni$12.00
Non-Alcoholic Negroni Alternative
0.0$8.00
Strawberry, Lime, Mint, Club Soda
Princess Peach$8.00
Club Soda, Peach, Lime

Wines By The Glass

Ruffino Lumina Prosecco$15.00
Prosecco, Italy NV
Poggio Costa Sparkling Rose$15.00
Veneto, Italy
Tenute Sella Rosato$14.00
Piedmont, Italy 2023
Vignetidel Sole Pinot Grigio$14.00
Verona, Italy
La Chiara Gavi di Gavi$16.00
Piedmont, Italy
Roeno Chardonnay$14.00
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
San Vincente Vermentino$15.00
Tuscany, Italy
Vietti Barbera D’Asti$16.00
Asti, Italy
Regaleali Nero D’Avola$14.00
Sicily, Italy
Carpineto Chianti Classico$16.00
Tuscany, Italy
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon$15.00
Sonoma Country, California

Beer

Westbound & Down Italian Pils$9.00
Denver, CO 4.9%
Stem Cider Pear Apple$8.00
Lafayette, CO
Cerebral ’Neon Lite’ Colfax Lager$8.00
Denver, CO 4.5%
Snake River “Jenny Lake” Lager$8.00
Snake River, WY 5.3%
Westbound & Down IPA$10.00
Denver, CO 7.0%
Westbound & Down Hazy IPA$10.00
Denver, CO
Great Divide Oktoberfest$10.00
Denver, CO
Great Divide Denver Pale Ale$8.00
Denver, CO 5.0%
Menabrea Lager$8.00
Biella, Italy 4.8% (bottle)
Heineken 0.0 (NA)$7.00
Holland (can)
Rationale Mexican Lager (NA)$7.00
California(can)

Dessert Drinks

Pumpkin Spice Martini$16.00
Vodka, Pumpking Spice Liqueur, Coole Swan
Tiramisu Espresso Martini$16.00
Vodka, Espresso, Tiramisu Liqueur, Mascarpone

What 626 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Italian
Denver
Best Food
Denver
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benzina is a standout in Denver's dining scene, celebrated for its "amazing dining experience." Located in a converted gas station, it offers "delicious food" with "exceptional service." The "spicy soppressata pizza," "cauliflower," and "panna cotta" are must-tries. Guests enjoy the vibrant vibe, attentive staff, and engaging open kitchen.

626 Reviews

B
Brina
Denver6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always an immense pleasure to dine at Benzina! The food and service is consistently exceptional. Thank you for being an integral part of our family celebrations over the years!
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ChristenM
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love our Benzina’s experience. The food is high quality and delicious. The wait staff are appropriately attentive. The atmosphere and the space itself has a great vibe. It’s a favorite spot for us in Park Hill.
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Steve VIP
Denver136 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Think real Italian Pizza meets creative Colorado Italian. It’s just been one of our favorites since the day it opened. Brad and his team make great food, make you feel at home and leave feeling happy you were there! If you haven’t been…..Go! And if you have…..go back. We need to stop the chance that it may be closed and lost to us all.
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Katherine VIP
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Save Benzina!!! This restaurant is incredible! Absolutely delicious
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Guy VIP
Denver81 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's hard to believe that a place like does everything right in every category and yet still isn't able to stay afloat. Love the food & fantastic service Let's all keep going and keep Benzina going!!
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AndresT
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and customer service. Had a good time with my in laws and wife.
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Allie VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolute gem of a restaurant. I am so sad I did not go here sooner, but so glad I was able to experience it at least once before they close.
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Russ VIP
Denver23 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience. This restaurant will be missed when it closes at the end of the month.
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Lisa VIP
San Francisco10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just such an amazing neighborhood gem! We need to make sure to support and keep opn. Such a great mix of special menu items. I am not a vegetarian but I could eat all the cauliflower and Caio e pepe bread everyday! The pizza and pastas just delicious and cocktails hot the spot!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was amazing. What is missing from so many restaurants in Denver- our table wasn’t ready so they offered wine while we waited. The food was delicious and worth the trip
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FAQs

Benzina does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Benzina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 399-2352.

Benzina is rated 4.8 stars by 626 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205

Additional information

Cross street
On East Colfax between Dahlia and Eudora
Neighborhood
Park Hill
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus stop at Colfax Ave. and Elm. One block from the restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniele Bolognini
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://benzinadenver.com/
Phone number
(303) 399-2352

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Additional information

Mushroom

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Ravioli

Cocktails

Aperol Spritz$15.00

Hugo Spritz$15.00

Limoncello Spritz$15.00

Classic Negroni$16.00

White Negroni$16.00

Benzina Old Fashioned$16.00

Gin or Vodka Martini$16.00

Strawberry Fields$17.00

Passion Fruit Martini$17.00

Classic Margarita$15.00

Top Shelf Margarita$18.00

Italian Margarita$15.00

Spiced Pear Margarita$16.00

Blueberry Cosmo$16.00

Rosemary Empress Gimlet$16.00

Fall Fashioned$16.00

Strawberry Basil G&T$15.00

Non-Alcoholic

Cherry Limeade$6.00

Phony Negroni$12.00

0.0$8.00

Princess Peach$8.00

Wines By The Glass

Ruffino Lumina Prosecco$15.00

Poggio Costa Sparkling Rose$15.00

Tenute Sella Rosato$14.00

Vignetidel Sole Pinot Grigio$14.00

La Chiara Gavi di Gavi$16.00

Roeno Chardonnay$14.00

San Vincente Vermentino$15.00

Vietti Barbera D’Asti$16.00

Regaleali Nero D’Avola$14.00

Carpineto Chianti Classico$16.00

Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon$15.00

Beer

Westbound & Down Italian Pils$9.00

Stem Cider Pear Apple$8.00

Cerebral ’Neon Lite’ Colfax Lager$8.00

Snake River “Jenny Lake” Lager$8.00

Westbound & Down IPA$10.00

Westbound & Down Hazy IPA$10.00

Great Divide Oktoberfest$10.00

Great Divide Denver Pale Ale$8.00

Menabrea Lager$8.00

Heineken 0.0 (NA)$7.00

Rationale Mexican Lager (NA)$7.00

Dessert Drinks

Pumpkin Spice Martini$16.00

Tiramisu Espresso Martini$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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