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Abrusci's Italian Eatery Reviews List

Abrusci's Italian Eatery

We are a locally owned, Italian restaurant with a welcoming bar environment, comfy patio seating and an open dining room. We also have a semi-private room, La Grotta, for special functions, seating up to 25 guests. Luke Thompson is our General Manager and Chef Edgar, our executive chef. We opened our doors in April of 2010 and operate another store in Applewood/Wheat Ridge that has been in business since November 2000. We specialize in gluten free Italian food, offering most of our menu gluten free including most of our desserts. Our wine by the glass offerings have topped 33 selections as well.
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99 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
(99 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 99 reviews
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(38)
3 stars
(17)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(3)
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
1.7 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(43)
  • romantic(30)
  • fit for foodies(24)
  • special occasion(23)
  • good for groups(18)
  • notable wine list(17)
Abrusci's Italian Eatery Reviews List
Review 1 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

SLOW dance

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Arrived about 6:20, ordered and did not receive our entrees till well after 7pm. Our server was wonderful and kept apologizing but the delivery was extremely slow - noticed other diners waiting as well. Food was excellent."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Menu change is disappointing. It is no longer an Italian restaurant. The prices have gone up to match the neighborhood."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Re Grand Opening

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"1000 times better than the last time I was there onkly a month or two ago. The Halibut Cakes were excellant and so was the braised short rib linguini. I was not thrilled with the pistachio crusted mozzarella. Pistachio should be a finer ground, not big chunks. Just bad texture."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Abrusci's has been one of our most favo
rite restaurants in the past until we ate there this past Saturday May 3. They have changed their menu completely, non of the old favorites, too foo foo and not near as tasty. We brought friends for the first time and needless to say, were very disappointed!
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Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 5 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was my first time at Abrusci's and I enjoyed it very much. I would definitely return. The food was good and our waiter was wonderful, though he did mess up the order for one of us and we had to search him out more than once. But he was very good about boxing up the incorrect meal for her and bringing her another.
My only real complaint is the parking. It was difficult to find a place nearby to park."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great gluten free selections!

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good food with great selection of gluten free options. Good live music on weekends."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The prices should be half

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The prices should be half of what is charge given the quality of the food and ambiance."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2010
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Review 8 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were there at 5:00, so

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were there at 5:00, so we were gone before later-diners/cocktail guests would have arrived. Our food was delicious, and we'll definitely go back.
The new menu has more choices, which will appeal to persons ordering quail, lamb, etc. I had the beef short ribs and linguini, and my husband had the quail, which he said was delicious and reminded him of "comfort food."
The waiter and manager were very personable and went out of their way to make sure our dinner was up to their expectations -- and ours."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and charming interior

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Easily fit our party of 7. Food and service was on par for the prices. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The menu made it easy to identify which items could be made gluten free"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 10 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not Bad

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Took our two kids here for dinner. The food was good. The service was not as good as usual. ...We got the rookie."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2004
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We took a relative from Pennsylvani

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We took a relative from Pennsylvania out to dinner. I chose Abrusci's in Cherry Creek because I have always had a good experience at their Applewood location. Our waiter was attentive (with a sense of humor!), the spareribs and pasta were perfect. The relative truly enjoyed his first glimpse of what Denver has to offer on the dining scene. If he decides to move here we will have to give him a gift certificate for Abrusci's. Lovely evening!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
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Review 12 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful new menu. The food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful new menu. The food was excellent. The waiter knew the menu well and kept tabs on us frequently. He was very friendly. The wine list had nice selections from various wine regions. The wine and plate prices were reasonable and not over priced. Did I say the food was fabulous? Yes!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 13 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The new menu works!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Abrusci's was just beginning it's summer menu and we tried several of the new items. Each was delicious. We arrived early and had a baby in tow. The staff made us feel welcome and the overall experience was great. The bartender makes a "mean" martini!!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 14 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Italian Eatery in Cherry Creek

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The staff was amazing and the food was incredible! Went with a large group, reserved a table on the patio and they followed through. Overall best Italian eatery in Cherry Creek area!!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I love their penne Gorgonzola

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I love their penne Gorgonzola with dried cherries!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

The food was mostly just mediocre.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food was mostly just mediocre. The wedge salad was a little brown. They were out of several entrees at 7:00 on a Saturday night. The spicy chicken dish was just passable, and small. Of the six desserts on the menu, two were not available, and they were both the chocolate ones. We were offered a lemon-lime cake instead."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2009
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Review 17 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was a first time visit

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was a first time visit partly due to a 2 for one coupon.What a pleasant surprise.Marvelous food.Fairly priced.Especially nice staff...I hope to return often."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The staff was way too much

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The staff was way too much fun. Bobby & Billy provided outstanding service. Billy put up with all our questions and critiques with a great smile while finding our answers. We thought the bar was great for happy hour. The food was ok--sauces were a little too heavy, more like tomato paste. The farfalle was light but dry. The gluten free french bread had a nice outside crunchiness but the inside was doughy."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Awesome Service

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We ate dinner in the bar area of Abrusci's. The food was good. The service was awesome. Our server, Billy, was over the top great. He should train other watrons around town."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2004
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent service - good food.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent service - good food. We will return."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2008
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Review 21 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not terribly impressed with

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Not terribly impressed with the food or wine selection and the service was well... less than adequate and that is being nice. Would return for a quick bite on a night when you don't want to cook for a second chance but that would be the extent of it."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2007
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Review 22 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was amazing! Would

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"The food was amazing! Would highly recommend the wedge salad!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2009
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Review 23 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good Value

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Consistent food, we had the 52.80 plan and it was worth the value, very good."
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Meal was absolutely delicious,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Meal was absolutely delicious, and restaurant is QUIET, great for conversation, on this particular Sunday evening. We loved it!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Did not make good drinks!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Did not make good drinks! Margarita was terrible"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2011
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Review 26 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Met frinds for dinner, had

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Met frinds for dinner, had a lot of fun. The food was delicious and the staff was laughing with and entertaining us all night. Head chef came over with Lemoncillo too. Thanks Abrusci's for a great night."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

There were 6 in our party

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"There were 6 in our party and we had a great time. The $52.80 menu was outstanding. A good choice for anyone. Happy Hour prices only at the bar and they were good. We could converse with each other w/out having to shout. The service was very good and absolutely nothing to complain about. A perpect place for a great dinner!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We enjoyed our dinner very

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed our dinner very much. The service was great and we were not rushed."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2012
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Review 29 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our server Scotty was excellent

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Our server Scotty was excellent - immediate attention from all staff looking to meet our needs.
The 5280 menu was exceptional!
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Dined on 03/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

My friend and I wanted a tasty

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My friend and I wanted a tasty but unadventurous meal, a good glass of wine and a quiet, unhurried place to catch up on our busy lives. That's exactly what we got at Abrusci's. Plus, really great service."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 31 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

my overall experience was

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"my overall experience was great. the staff was absolutely amazing."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 32 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Italian Experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful 5280 experience. Would certainly go back again. Katy our server could not have been better, friendly and knowledgable about the menu items. Could visit easily. The food was excellant and we enjoyed the portions of the appetizers as we could share them."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 33 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were celebrating a friend's

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were celebrating a friend's birthday and had a really lovely time."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 34 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great gluten free menu - truly

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great gluten free menu - truly enjoyed the food and the service!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 35 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Abruscis is s lovely restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Abruscis is s lovely restaurant in the heart of Cherry Creek. The clam linguine and spinach lasagna were delicious. Our waiter was helpful and attentive without being obtrusive. The ambiance was quiet even though it was fairly busy with a 5280 crowd. We'll definitely return."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 36 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent food and service;

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent food and service; despite the crowd we were not rushed by our server and were able to sit and chat over several bottles of wine."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We had the worst meal at Abrusci's

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had the worst meal at Abrusci's we have eaten at a restaurant in a long time. The food was very poorly prepared. Everything was overdone. Way too much cheese and dressing on the salads, making it too soggy to eat, way too much oil and butter in the pasta so only ate a little, and way too heavy meat sauce with too little flavor. Literally could feel a film of fat on my tongue and roof of my mouth at the end of the meal. Not worth the calories, and certainly not worth the price. Will never go there again, and certainly won't recommend to our friends. Italian is our favorite, and we know the difference between good and bad Italian food. This was bad and more importantly, disappointing on an evening we expected to have a nice meal."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2011
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Review 38 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

5280 Night Out

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"We dined at Abrusci's for 5280 and the menu was divine. We will most certainly return for another great night out. I also highly recommend the espresso martini! Robyn Hanley"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 39 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

This was my families second

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was my families second time dining here. I wanted to like it better this time, because of it's good reviews for gluten free dining. However, I cannot even recommend it for that. I cook gluten free at home every day and know that it is not that hard. My experience the first time was lackluster, this time the food was just bad! All of our dishes were drowned in sauce so acidic and salty that it was hard to eat. My pasta was stuck together in a hard ball and my eggplant was bitter from not having basic prep done. I give them kudos for offering a bunch of items on the gluten free menu, but it needs to be of good quality.
Our server was very sweet, but apparently they were understaffed for the beginning of restaurant week.
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Dined on 02/23/2013
 2013
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Review 40 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We went to Abrusci's to take

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went to Abrusci's to take advantage of the Denver Restaurant Week $52.80 dinner-for-two offer. My wife and I had three course meal and both of us had mixed reviews. Some of the food was really good (veal saltimbocca, tiramisu), but some of it was bland and unremarkable (bruscetta, polenta that came with the veal). Overall, we expected the quality of the food to be better. The wait staff was attentive and friendly and the ambiance was nice."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 41 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Not only do they have an amazing

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Not only do they have an amazing gluten-free selection, but they also have a couple vegetarian friendly dishes. The food was delicious & the service was great! Will definitely be visiting again"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 42 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We went for Valentine's Day

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went for Valentine's Day and I was pleased that they had a special couples dinner offer. The food was wonderful, and we were well looked after despite a full restaurant. It was truly a fine dining experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: romantic
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Review 43 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Luke made our visit special.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our visit was made special due to the extra attention we received from Luke, the manager. This was our first time at Abrusci's. Luke was very helpful in recommending menu selections and wine pairings. He also checked back at the appropriate times to make sure that we were getting everything we needed. Luke made our visit to Abrusci's feel very special. The food was excellent and the wine is very good. We would recommend this restaurant to anyone."
Dined on 02/06/2013
 2010
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We found the menu and the

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We found the menu and the preparation to be uninspiring."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2005
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Review 45 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Location, Service and Food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Location, Service and Food all quite good. We had not eaten here before but will definitely be back. Breadth of gluten free menu was a great surprise as one in our party was in need of gluten free and normally that limits alot of the menu. Not here, awesome food."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A great place for conversation.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Good food in a setting where one can actually hear one's dinner companions. Friendly wait staff. What a concept! We look forward to going back."
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were looking for a nice

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were looking for a nice place to gather the family that would be able to handle the dietary restrictions of our celiac daughter. Abrusci's was perfect! We ordered for the whole table from the gluten-free menu and nobody felt deprived. It was great to be able to share food without having to worry."
Dined on 01/21/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 48 for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Business dinner, one waiter

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Business dinner, one waiter was great, other waiter had an awful night, willing to go again and give the benefit of the doubt."
Dined on 01/08/2013
 2008
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Abrusci's Italian Eatery
Based on the average of (51) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate