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Gaetano's Reviews List

Gaetano's

Housed in the historic North Denver Highlands Gaetano"s was originally opened in the 1930's by the Smaldone family. Today it is an homage to the classic cocktail era with leisurely lunches, rustic and fresh Italian food and a late night neighborhood gathering.
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119 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(119 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 119 reviews
5 stars
(47)
4 stars
(57)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(95)
  • fit for foodies(37)
  • special occasion(37)
  • romantic(35)
  • good for groups(27)
  • notable wine list(24)
Gaetano's Reviews List
Review 1 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Birthday

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 4/18/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A group of eight (four couples) went to Gaetano's for a birthday (66th). We had the best time! We spent four hours laughing, drinking and eating - and our server was all in! Love you all. Thanks!"
Dined on 4/18/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent service but wow the noise

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The service was excellent and friendly. They also accepted our request to sit in a quite place in the restaurant although that is a relative question since the restaurant is noisy all over. The music was too loud and did not seem to fit the environment."
Dined on 5/19/2013
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Review 3 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Northside Italian Gem

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Took my mom to Gaetanos for Mother's Day. Service and staff were excellent. They assured me they could prepare a meatball sandwich for my mom even though its not offered on the weekend menu. Was impressed with the newly renovated space. Much more open and bright. Wait staff was very efficient and kind. Only complaint was they were piping in 60's music much louder than necessary which really ruined the ambiance. My mom has been going to Gaetanos since the 50's and we will return to get another fun Italian meal. Would love to hear some Sinatra music on our next visit."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's Day lunch with kids.

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Good food for entire family. Staff was very accommodating for our girls.
A return is definitely on horizon.
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Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Gaetano's great but noisy

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We love Gaetano's - it's one of e best Italian places in Denver. Our only issue was the noise was so bad, we couldn't hear our group talk."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always a great experience

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This has become my go to place for Italian food. Had their VeL Pamkgania and it was great. I'll keep going back. Small outdoor dining area open now."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Italian restaurant!!!

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Having been many times, I always find the food and service fantastic! Love the place."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good, not Great, but Could Be

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Staff seemed distracted/uncoordinated. Took a long time to order drinks, and a long time to get them. Although slow, drinks were well-made. Staff kept moving the sliding glass around after we asked to keep the sun out of our eyes.
Antipasta and pasta dishes were very good, non-traditional entrees seemed lacking in flavor and execution.
Felt like a brand-new restaurant working out kinks, not a decades-old establishment. We'll give the benefit of the doubt and chalk it up to a re-model throwing off their game, and try again in a few weeks."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Gaetano's Growing Rep

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Renovation a great addition to the North Denver dining scene and the kitchen has definitely kicked it up a notch or two. We really enjoyed and will return"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Limited but tasty vegetarian items

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"They have a select number of varied menu items, and are also willing to prepare standard pasta dishes to order. They don't have a wide variety of vegetarian options, but are willing to customize orders upon request."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always a great time at Gaetano's!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always a great time at Gaetano's! Menu was a little small but food was great!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Neighborhood Gem Delivers Value

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our reservation for 6:15 was promptly honored even though the dining room was nearly full. Our waiter really knew the menu and wine list, able to provide great suggestions. The pacing of dinner was perfect. The service was attentive with the food delivered from the kitchen by the first available server, including the manager, ensuring that everything arrived immediately after preparation. We enjoyed multiple courses and sampled most everything that was served to our party of four. Of special note, they serve a classic, perfectly prepared, Caesar salad; whole leaves of tender romaine lettuce intended to be eaten with the fingers. This team delivers value for food and service."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely wonderful!! The

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Absolutely wonderful!! The food was phenomenal, pur waiter was friendly, interactive, and knowledgable about the menu and the atmosphere was exquisite"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 14 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is my first time to Gaetano's

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is my first time to Gaetano's since they re-opened. The menu was amazing and the food was delicious. A+"
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The service was extraordinary

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The service was extraordinary and the food was second to none!!! Great job!!!!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

"Right On!"

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time at Gaetano and we were delighted. The food came hot and inviting. The service was right on. We agreed we'd go back again."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Check out Frank

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazing Frank Sinatra impersonator. Plays there the first Friday of every mon, I guess. He made a four a five!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food, attentive service

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good food, attentive service a cool decor."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 19 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Gaetano's is a great place

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Gaetano's is a great place to hang out with friends and enjoy some great food. We had the veal parmigiana and it was delicious and very filling. The only draw back was the noise. It was bit loud to hold a decent conversation. That just goes to show that this place gets a lot of business. We will definitely go back."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 20 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dining at Gaetano's is always

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Dining at Gaetano's is always a wonderful experience. We live downtown and love to recall the past and coming glory of the 38th/Tejon neighborhood. The food is always great and the cocktails from the bar and niot only terrific but this time delivered by a charming bartender. I hope this gem has another 60 years or so...at least!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, wasn't sure if

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
"Great food, wasn't sure if I would like the sauce on the special of the day so chef made some for me to try prior to ordering. Our waiter was very helpful giving recommendations. We ordered the sausage dish and said he really liked it with mushrooms added, nice suggestion. Really enjoyed the entire experience and I would go back to try other dishes. Great find. I was catching up with girlfriends I hadn't seen in awhile and the staff did not hassle us to release the table, we went on a Wednesday night early so could be different later or on weekends."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 22 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It is too loud in there, but

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It is too loud in there, but otherwise we love it!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Neighborhood Gem

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
"Being a 4th generation native of Denver, this was my first visit to Gaetano's which is located in the North Denver community where my parents grew up. From what I understand, the restaurant has been renovated and remodeled and is very charming and comfortable. When we arrived, we were greeted warmly and seated immediately! The food was delicious and our server was very attentive. This restaurant accommodates patrons with special dietary needs including gluten free options. My friend and I truly enjoyed our dining experience."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Seemingly authentic home-cooked

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Seemingly authentic home-cooked Italian meals. They may, or may not, have my grandma somewhere back in the kitchen. Friendly wait staff that appears to enjoy their job. Exceptional service and a great atmosphere. Other restaurants could learn a thing or two from Geatano's. Oh, and the prices for meals are very reasonable. A great historical background as well.
Friday nights with "Frank Sinatra" are simply amazing must attend nights. It makes you feel as if you were in a romantic movie.
Enjoy."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

It's Fair...

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The new updated look and the service were the top qualities about our visit to Gaetano’s. The food was okay and the atmosphere was lively. There wasn’t anything that really stuck out and made me have a desire to return. The noise level was very high and people were packed in which really affected the ambiance you’d expect in a Italian restaurant. With so many similar “hip” joints in the neighborhood, Gaetano’s really needs to deliver in every way to survive. I’m not sure they are there yet."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great food, but way too noisy;

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food, but way too noisy; not the place for a good conversation over dinner."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2010
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Review 27 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

A little more of a hipster

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A little more of a hipster place than I expected, crowd was pretty young. Fun but more of a bar than a restaurant. Food was decent but nothing to rave about. Though my Italian heritage and experience with authentic food via my family I am tough to please when it comes to Italian food.
cocktails-5*
food-3*
vibe-would be 5* for the young and hip but I am middle aged so 3*
I'd go back just for the cocktails."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 28 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fun Friday Night at Gaetanos

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a wonderful time at Gaetano's last Friday night! Our waiter was top notch and he knew a lot about the menu items and the wine selections. Our friend who was visiting from NY and who manages a winery in the Hudson River Valley was very impressed with our waiter's knowledge of the wine list :) Wish I could remember the waiters name but I think we drank too much wine! Anyway, everyone loved their meals and we all had a wonderful night there! We will be returning to Gaetano's soon!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I have been to Gaetano's twice

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I have been to Gaetano's twice now and I have had phenomenal food, drinks and service both times."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Sad Service makes it a bad place to

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Gaetano's is old school Italian done fairly well. Service is the low point with staff doing "shots" with bar customers while restaurant customers languish for service. Staff just gather around the back of the place or in the kitchen and chat, or worse yet, go out in group smoke breaks while people stand in front waiting to be seated. Several people left before being seated. This place desperately needs a manager to manage."
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 31 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

nice, classy, good food, speedy

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"nice, classy, good food, speedy service. Small Tables."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 32 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

No one acknowledged us for

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"No one acknowledged us for 15 minutes at the door. My husband had to go find someone to tell them about our reservation. Tables were waaaay too close to each other. I could only talk to my neighbor on my side of the booth because it was too noisy to hear or speak to my husband. My neighbor couldn't speak to her own husband either because of the noise. I did not know this person but she was sad because of this because it was a birthday dinner for her and a belated Valentine's Day celebration for us. Food was great and so was the service. Not a cozy romantic place that I had hoped for. Not sure I would return for dinner. The tables were like sitting at cafeteria tables. Might return for lunch. "Frank Sinatra" was very entertaining."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2013
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Review 33 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went here for 5280 week and the food was excellent! The food was great from the salad to the tiramisu. The gnocchi with Italian sausage was fantastic and a great portion. Can't wait to go back and try more menu items."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Incredible food and amazing

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Incredible food and amazing restaurant. Tons of history and fully embraced. Cannot recommend it highly enough"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 35 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome food with fantastic

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Awesome food with fantastic service. This is our Pagliacci's replacement."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 36 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a great time here. Originally

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Had a great time here. Originally made plans to go to see Derrick with my girlfriend but the whole evening from the staff to the food to the entertainment was amazing! I would highly suggest this to any and all of my friends!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We really appreciated the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We really appreciated the fact that they had a gluten-free menu and were will to substitute gluten-free pasta in for any of their pasta dishes. Our server was fantastic! She was friendly, personable, attentive to our needs and fun!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was nice to see the "new"

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
"It was nice to see the "new" Gaetanos. It was a fun evening and the food and service were very good. The atmosphere was a bit noisy - we sat at the back by the bar - and people gathered there while waiting for their table - making it more lively than we'd like. But it was restaurant week - and lots of people go out. We'll definitely go again. The food was excellent, and the waiter was very personable and did a good job."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The service was outstanding

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The service was outstanding and the ambience was perfect for date night. Will definitely be returning."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 40 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The location of this venue

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The location of this venue was in a type of neighborhood I was uncertain about but this place came with great reviews so I figured it was a HOT SPOT to celebrate a momentus occasion. The FOOD was very tasty, pleasing to the taste buds. The ambiance was one that surprised me given the outside of the venue, very very ROMANTIC, loved to see the history on the walls, that made our time there extra special. Our wait staff was very attentive and most certainly helpful and suggestive which was very welcomed as that was our first time visiting! He made us feel like a King and Queen. We definitely will be frequenting this establishment again!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, romantic
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Review 41 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Solid Italian Food. All the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Solid Italian Food. All the required menu items were there. My first time there, and I was not disappointed. Went on a snowy Wednesday evening and it was very quiet. Enjoyed my my, as did my guest. I will go back for sure. I'm an east coast transplant, and can be picky about italian food, this was very good."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2005
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Review 42 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great outing: The caesar

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great outing:
The caesar salad with an entree is way to big and seems wasteful. Very good, however. 2 of us split one of these and it was perfect. An option of a smaller size when a caesar salad accompanies a meal would be a suggestion.
We will be back. Again and again.
DB
"
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a very pleasant Valentine's

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a very pleasant Valentine's dinner here. We had made reservations for only two and they were very accomendating in letting us add another couple with little prior notice. The food was very good and the service excellent. They have also done an outstanding job remodeling."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is my second visit to

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is my second visit to Gaetano's for dinner. The hostess made sure that we had a nice booth as requested in my reservation. The Valentine special was an excellent choice! Everything was cooked to perfection. The wahoo fish was a very healthy portion and it was cooked perfectly! The house wine was very good although the pours could have been a bit more substantial for my taste, but then again who does not like a healthy pour. Just an idea, since this building has so much old Denver history in it, maybe the wait staff could offer up some historical trivia for the customers if they were interested in knowing more about the decor and history."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 45 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The new chef made some amazing

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The new chef made some amazing specials for valentines day."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 46 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Very noisy restaurant. Seating

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very noisy restaurant. Seating is very close to other customers, and we found it difficult to carry on a conversation due to the noise level. Our server completely forgot that he had our table and our food order did not make it to the kitchen. They did eventually buy us dinner, but I found the hostess to be somewhat defensive in her apology; even though we were patient and understanding, though slightly annoyed. The food was amazing and will likely bring us back to this restaurant, not to mention the cool history."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2012
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Review 47 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Mobster's place of Choice

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The Gaetano's was awesome. They treated us great we were early so the accommodated us at the bar till we had a table. The service was good but it was so busy we felt neglected at times, but when he was at our table we felt connected and he made great recommendations."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Favorite Italian Restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Continues to be the best Italian restaurant in Denver"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 49 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

After many trips to Gaetano's,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"After many trips to Gaetano's, I feel this is the best Italian restaurant in the Denver area."
Dined on 01/18/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 50 for Gaetano's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Family had a great time with

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Family had a great time with great service and food."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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