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Restaurant Olivia, Denver, CO

Restaurant Olivia

4.8
4.8
51 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Restaurant Olivia is a pasta-focused restaurant located in Denver’s Wash Park neighborhood. Olivia is the second project from chef Ty Leon, beverage guru Austin Carson, and hospitality maven Heather Morrison.

Each evening we open the doors to our restaurant as if it were our home, welcoming guests with warmth and graciousness. We believe you’ll feel our attention to hospitality the minute you step inside.

We draw inspiration from classic Italian dishes and the traditions that bring them to life, but we also feature flavors and recipes from around the world. Our food is made with care and intention. We source our ingredients from organic and local producers whenever possible. Our beverage program features expertly-crafted but playful cocktails, alongside an Italian-focused wine list.

We look forward to sharing with you our passion for outstanding food and service.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 999-0395
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ty Leon

Experiences

  • Barolo Apericena Wine Class with Caterina Burzi

    $210.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 30, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    Join us as we launch our 2025 Apericena Wine Class Series with the acclaimed Barolo producer, Burzi. Our wine director, Scott Thomas, and Caterina Burzi will lead an engaging conversation around our communal table, exploring the world of Barolo, Nebbiolo, and the Burzi family farm in La Morra. The tasting includes the full Burzi lineup, including two vintages of their coveted Capelot Cru wines, along with Barolo, Langhe Nebbiolo, and traditionally important, Barbera d'Alba. Seven wines in total. These evenings combine learning with a relaxed dining experience featuring a light two-pasta dinner, chef-curated charcuterie, and the company of like-minded wine enthusiasts around our communal table.
    Barolo Apericena Wine Class with Caterina Burzi Photo
  • Pasta Like a Pro

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 25, 2025 only
    12:30 PM
    Learn the art of handmade pasta from Olivia's pasta whisperers. These are hands-on classes, be ready to roll up your sleeves and roll out the dough. Our chef team will walk you through Olivia's tried-and-true noodle recipes, sharing stories of their favorite ingredients and techniques, as well as instructions for cooking the perfect al dente dish. Never kneaded? No problem. Classes are beginner-friendly and expert-approved.
    Pasta Like a Pro Photo
  • Valentine's Day at Olivia

    $175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Celebrate Valentine's Day with a special 5 course tasting menu at Olivia $175 per person (tax and service charge not included). We will offer option wine pairings at $95 per person (tax and service charge not included) Our regular menu will not be available this evening. Please call us with any questions at 303-999-0395 Menu available at our website www.oliviadenver.com

What 51 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver

    Great for fine wines

  • Denver

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Restaurant Olivia offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "incredible service." Diners praise the "top-notch" pasta dishes and tasting menus. The attentive staff and cozy atmosphere make it ideal for special occasions. Although some dishes may vary, the overall experience leaves guests eager to return.

51 Reviews
  1. Teresa

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I literally cannot think of one unpleasant or even remotely unpleasant aspect of our dining experience. From the warm and personal greeting upon entering to the informed and patient yet attentive service to the extraordinary food. Everything was on point and perfect. I cannot wait to return and have another experience and I am so happy I don’t have to travel downtown for a semi-worthy similar experience. Thank you to everyone at Olivia’s for a lovely evening.

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  2. Joe

    VIP

    Denver

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quite simply the best food and service in all of Denver. The tasting menu with wine pairing was exquisite! Wonderful in every way …

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  3. Jan

    Denver

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superior food and service. Pasta excellent. Good wine list.
    Restaurant OliviaResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Jan, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our pasta and appreciated our wine list. We look forward to welcoming you back to Restaurant Olivia soon. Best regards, Team Olivia

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  4. Makenna

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    while we entered with very high hopes, we were a little disappointed by the meal. admittedly, the kitchen was out of goat cheese for the whipped goat cheese & focaccia starter, but the substitute of stracchino was simply not tasty: too buttery and thick and the rosemary / calabrian chili honey didn’t pair well with the weight. other meals also didn’t impress (cappelletti was overly fatty & underseasoned). waitstaff was incredibly kind and helpful, but not the most attentive to time & dishes were spaced out by thirty minute intervals. that being said, the malloreddus was delightful!

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  5. Monica

    VIP

    Denver

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was not good. Server took a while to come for the first time. I was still trying to decide on the wine . She could have explain their menu but nothing . She left then sone time passsed and i was trying to get her attention to order wine and she can take our order then comes and she asked to place the order with everything you are ordering for the night... and we did . She brought the food and left. And never saw her again . We asked manager for check and he told us a 20% service fee is included . Which is fine . BUT it explains the horrible service the service provided. Why would she work for it?? She knows she gets it regarless. Is a party of two people our bill about $400 because of the wine. The easiest money she made. I usually see this on bigger parties. We have been to many nice /expensive restsurants and they don't do that. I don't mind giving a 20% tip. Try at least to earn it!!
    Restaurant OliviaResponded 6 days ago
    Hello Monica, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Restaurant Olivia. It's clear that we didn't meet your expectations and for that, we sincerely apologize. We always strive to provide excellent service and it's disappointing to hear that we fell short this time. We appreciate your understanding and patience during your visit, and we're sorry that this impacted your overall experience. Your feedback is valuable to us and we will certainly use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right in the future. Best, The Team Olivia

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  6. Cara

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience at Restaurant Olivia. The service was outstanding. The food was the beyond our expectations. We will forever tell people to come to Restaurant Olivia.
    Restaurant OliviaResponded 6 days ago
    Hello Cara, We're thrilled to hear about your experience at Restaurant Olivia! It's wonderful to know that you found our service outstanding and our food beyond your expectations. We're glad that you've recommended us to others and we're honored to have been part of your special journey. Thank you for your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, Team Olivia

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  7. Kelly

    VIP

    Denver

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and attention to detail on the preparation. Staff is fantastic!

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  8. Chip

    Denver

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again, inspiring food, spot on service, Greg, our server was informative, witty, and had great suggestions. Everything is exceptional imho. Just wish the parking was better. Even better, wish they would open one on S. Pearl St.

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  9. Olivia

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and overall experience is so lovely here! Restaurant Olivia is my go-to celebratory dinner spot!

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  10. Sandy

    VIP

    Andorra

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and server was efficient and courteous.

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FAQs

Restaurant Olivia is rated 4.8 stars by 51 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Restaurant Olivia

290 S Downing St, Denver, CO 80209-2433

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Washington Park
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Executive chef
    Ty Leon
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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