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.
"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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"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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"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!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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"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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