Welcome to Gennaro's Cafe Italiano
Gennaro's Cafe Italiano, a long-standing gem in Denver, offers a mix of Italian classics and new flavors. Known for their giant calzones and delicious wings, this neighborhood joint provides a cozy atmosphere perfect for happy hour or a casual dinner. The menu features hearty dishes like spaghetti with meatballs and flavorful sausage and peppers, alongside creative options like spinach artichoke dip and margherita pizza. With live music on Saturdays, a friendly vibe, and amazing drinks, Gennaro's is a must-visit spot for both locals and visitors seeking authentic Italian cuisine with a modern twist.
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2598 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, United States2598 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210, United States Hotline: +1 303-242-5729
Welcome to Gennaro's Cafe Italiano, a hidden gem in Denver, CO that offers a unique blend of Italian cuisine in a cozy setting. This restaurant, which has been around for over 60 years, has recently undergone new ownership, but still maintains its authentic charm and delicious flavors.
As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I had the pleasure of sampling some of the dishes at Gennaro's Cafe Italiano based on customer reviews. One standout item mentioned was the ginormous and delicious calzones that literally cover the plate, leaving you with leftovers for days. The spicy Bloody Mary's are also a hit, perfect for enjoying during happy hour.
For those looking for a more casual experience, the late-night slices of pizza with customizable toppings are a must-try. The fish and chips have also received rave reviews, adding a unique twist to the traditional Italian menu offerings.
Whether you're craving Italian classics like spaghetti with meatballs or looking to try something new like spinach artichoke dip, Gennaro's Cafe Italiano has something for everyone. The friendly neighborhood bar atmosphere, live music on Saturdays, and pool tables make it a versatile spot for both food and entertainment.
If you find yourself in Denver, don't miss out on the opportunity to visit Gennaro's Cafe Italiano for a memorable dining experience filled with delicious food and great vibes.
Decided to stop by to see if Gennaro's was open since it's been closed since January. Now under new ownership. Our bartender told us Gennaro's is the same in name and they have kept some of the Italian recipes for the few selections on their menu. Decided to try a new item as well as an old. The spinach artichoke was piping hot. Unfortunately the chips were stale. The spaghetti with meatballs was full of flavor and a plentiful portion to share with a friend. We added 2 meatballs to the nice, spicy marinara sauce and spaghetti. Very reasonably priced at $11 and $3 to add meatballs.
The fish and chips is the absolute best! A great addition to the Italian menu!!! Good job
We LOVE Gennaro's! They've been around for as long as I can remember - I've lived here all my life. This was my dad's favorite hangout. I am happy that, with so many of the small local bars closing (Covid) , Gennaro's has hung in there and is still in business after over 60 years!! The Calzones are GINORMOUS and DELICIOUS! They literally cover the plate! I have leftovers for days! The Spicy Bloody Mary's are awesome, the ambience is friendly and neighborhood-bar like. There are two areas to sit in. If you prefer a more family friendly, Italian restaurant atmosphere, you can sit on the other side of the restaurant, away from the bar. Happy hour here is WONDERFUL! They give tokens for your next round. Gennaro's has inspired happy memories of giving all of my saved up tokens to Dad for Christmas, just a couple of years before he died. He used them all!
Best local dive bar on the edge of the Denver line. They offer late night slices of pizza that you can add toppings of your choice. The slices are so massive i had to ask them to cut it in half to make it easier to eat. They also have the best happy hour deals that last basically ALL day including the weekends! Weekday happy hour runs from 11am - 6pm EVERYDAY and 9pm to close Monday - Thursday. Weekend happy hour is 11pm - close. There is also a small stage for live music on Saturday nights 9pm - 12am. They also offer a space with some free pool tables to enjoy. I would highly recommend checking out this local bar/restaurant.
Awesome food,better drinks! Nick makes the best Washington apples I have ever had. Genaros is the best neighborhood joint
The picture does not do justice!!! Amazing Wings!! Different Flavors but my favorite is the Honey Sriracha. The Capreses are so delicious!! They have their own Juke box you can control music right off your phone!!! Such a beautiful hidden Gem. MUST TRY!!!
I would of never guessed this place has some descent Italian bar. When you first come in, you come into what looks like the local dive bar. The other part looks like it was the actual restaurant, but I believe since COVID-19 the restaurant part for dine in was suffering. They did still have some booths and a pool table that took a good bit on the dining part. The service was good, and the kitchen was semi-open so you could talk to the chef if needed. It was just us in that area of the restaurant. The starter caprese salad was really good. The pesto and aged balsamic was a really nice touch. The main, we got a few things. The sausage and peppers with fettuccini pasta was really good. It looked like meatballs, but it was sausage. It was nicely seasoned. We got a margherita pizza with sausage as well. It was definitely a cheese lover pizza. If we lived closer, I would order from them again.