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Benzina, Denver, CO

Benzina

4.8
4.8
584 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Local neighborhood Italian restaurant serving seasonal salads, family-style appetizers, Neapolitan-inspired pizza, handmade pastas, entrees prepared on a Mibrasa Charcoal Oven, and classic desserts, alongside complementing cocktails, local breweries and approachable domestic and international wines. The restaurant is set in a converted gas station with bocce courts and urban planters alongside an outdoor dining patio.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 399-2352
  • Website
    http://benzinadenver.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Daniele Bolognini
  • Location
    4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205
  • Neighbourhood
    Park Hill
  • Cross Street
    On East Colfax between Dahlia and Eudora
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus stop at Colfax Ave. and Elm. One block from the restaurant
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Menu

Cocktail, Wine, and Beer Selections

Cocktails

  • Aperol SpritzUS$15.00

    Aperol, Prosecco, Club Soda

    • Hugo SpritzUS$15.00

      Elderflower, Mint, Lime, Soda, Prosecco

      • Limoncello SpritzUS$15.00

        Limoncello, Prosecco, Club Soda

        • Classic NegroniUS$16.00

          Gin, Campari, Trincheri Rosso

          • White NegroniUS$16.00

            Gin, Alessio Blanco, Cocchi Americano

            • Benzina Old FashionedUS$16.00

              291 Bourbon, Meletti Amaro, Amaretto, Angostura

              • Gin or Vodka MartiniUS$16.00

                Belle Chasse Vodka or Bluecoat Gin Blue Cheese Olives + $1

                • Strawberry FieldsUS$17.00

                  Mezcal, Strawberry, Ginger, Lime, Egg white

                  • Passion Fruit MartiniUS$17.00

                    Vodka, Passionfruit, Vanilla

                    • Classic MargaritaUS$15.00

                      Tequila, Luxardo Triple Sec, Lime

                      • Top Shelf MargaritaUS$18.00

                        Tequila Ocho, Luxardo Triple Sec, Lime

                        • Italian MargaritaUS$15.00

                          Tequila, Nonino Apertivo, Lime

                          • Spiced Pear MargaritaUS$16.00

                            Mezcal, Pear, Lime, Agave

                            • Blueberry CosmoUS$16.00

                              Vodka, Blueberry, Cranberry, Lime

                              • Rosemary Empress GimletUS$16.00

                                Pea Flower Gin, Lime, Rosemary Simple

                                • Fall FashionedUS$16.00

                                  Aged Rum, Apple Cider, Angostura

                                  • Strawberry Basil G&TUS$15.00

                                    Gin, Strawberry, Basil, Tonic

                                    Non-Alcoholic

                                    • Cherry LimeadeUS$6.00

                                      Club Soda, Lime, Grenadine

                                      • Phony NegroniUS$12.00

                                        Non-Alcoholic Negroni Alternative

                                        • 0.0US$8.00

                                          Strawberry, Lime, Mint, Club Soda

                                          • Princess PeachUS$8.00

                                            Club Soda, Peach, Lime

                                            Wines By The Glass

                                            • Ruffino Lumina ProseccoUS$15.00

                                              Prosecco, Italy NV

                                              • Poggio Costa Sparkling RoseUS$15.00

                                                Veneto, Italy

                                                • Tenute Sella RosatoUS$14.00

                                                  Piedmont, Italy 2023

                                                  • Vignetidel Sole Pinot GrigioUS$14.00

                                                    Verona, Italy

                                                    • La Chiara Gavi di GaviUS$16.00

                                                      Piedmont, Italy

                                                      • Roeno ChardonnayUS$14.00

                                                        Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

                                                        • San Vincente VermentinoUS$15.00

                                                          Tuscany, Italy

                                                          • Vietti Barbera D’AstiUS$16.00

                                                            Asti, Italy

                                                            • Regaleali Nero D’AvolaUS$14.00

                                                              Sicily, Italy

                                                              • Carpineto Chianti ClassicoUS$16.00

                                                                Tuscany, Italy

                                                                • Rodney Strong Cabernet SauvignonUS$15.00

                                                                  Sonoma Country, California

                                                                  Beer

                                                                  • Westbound & Down Italian PilsUS$9.00

                                                                    Denver, CO 4.9%

                                                                    • Stem Cider Pear AppleUS$8.00

                                                                      Lafayette, CO

                                                                      • Cerebral ’Neon Lite’ Colfax LagerUS$8.00

                                                                        Denver, CO 4.5%

                                                                        • Snake River “Jenny Lake” LagerUS$8.00

                                                                          Snake River, WY 5.3%

                                                                          • Westbound & Down IPAUS$10.00

                                                                            Denver, CO 7.0%

                                                                            • Westbound & Down Hazy IPAUS$10.00

                                                                              Denver, CO

                                                                              • Great Divide OktoberfestUS$10.00

                                                                                Denver, CO

                                                                                • Great Divide Denver Pale AleUS$8.00

                                                                                  Denver, CO 5.0%

                                                                                  • Menabrea LagerUS$8.00

                                                                                    Biella, Italy 4.8% (bottle)

                                                                                    • Heineken 0.0 (NA)US$7.00

                                                                                      Holland (can)

                                                                                      • Rationale Mexican Lager (NA)US$7.00

                                                                                        California(can)

                                                                                        Dessert Drinks

                                                                                        • Pumpkin Spice MartiniUS$16.00

                                                                                          Vodka, Pumpking Spice Liqueur, Coole Swan

                                                                                          • Tiramisu Espresso MartiniUS$16.00

                                                                                            Vodka, Espresso, Tiramisu Liqueur, Mascarpone

                                                                                            Last updated: October 17, 2024

                                                                                            What 584 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
                                                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                            • 4.5Value

                                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                                            Loved For

                                                                                            • Denver

                                                                                              Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                            • Denver

                                                                                              Italian

                                                                                            Review summary

                                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                            Benzina, a charming retrofitted gas station, delights with "incredible food," a cozy atmosphere, and "spectacular service." Known for its "amazing pizza" and delectable pork chop, Benzina offers creative Italian dishes like squid ink tagliatelle. With a welcoming vibe and attentive staff, it's a "neighborhood gem" for Italian cuisine lovers.

                                                                                            584 Reviews

                                                                                            1. Guy

                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              79 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              79 reviews

                                                                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              It’s always fun to experience Benzina through the eyes of a new person. My first time guest loved the amazing food and of course the excellent service. Great to see all the friendly faces.

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                                                                                            2. John

                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              10 reviews

                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                              10 reviews

                                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                                              The food was flavorful well presented and in adequate portions if you don’t mind today’s current high end smallish sort of portions. Had the risotto and pizza and both were excellent and unusual. The main problem was that it was a very cold night and the restaurant itself was quite chilly but more importantly at least one of the dining rooms Was exceedingly noisy. It would be a good move to either put some sort of sound muffling fabric on the ceiling or the walls or something to cut down on the noise. Anyway definitely will go back

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                                                                                            3. Bruno

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on January 11, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              I never write reviews, but I feel compelled to do so because I am still thinking of last night’s meal. Incredible food, wine, and service! Been wanting to come here for a while and now I think this place is one of Denver’s best. Thank you for such a lovely establishment and experience!

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                                                                                            4. Lauren

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              Dined on January 11, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Benzina is always a treat. The staff is warm and welcoming. The food is delicious.

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                                                                                            5. Gannon

                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              14 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              14 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on January 10, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Always great. The be if our favorites! Wonderful food and friendly service.

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                                                                                            6. Rachel

                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              9 reviews

                                                                                              2.0

                                                                                              9 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on January 9, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 2
                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                              3. Service 1
                                                                                              4. Ambience 2
                                                                                              The food was really great! Our waitress was unfriendly, never asked how the food was, took us asking to bring more water, and the vibes needed some more love.

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                                                                                            7. Guy

                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              79 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              79 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on January 1, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              What an amazing way to start our year.... the food and service were excellent. Every member of this staff makes you feel like they've been waiting just for you! Benzina will definitely a regular place for us in 2025.

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                                                                                            8. Maria

                                                                                              New York City

                                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on January 1, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Incredible food, service and atmosphere. Happy we discovered this wonderful neighborhood Italian gem!

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                                                                                            9. Alexis

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              Dined on December 22, 2024

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Incredible food, staff and environment! Would highly recommend!

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                                                                                            10. Zach

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              16 reviews

                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                              16 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on December 21, 2024

                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              Great service and food! Definitely will recommend.

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                                                                                            FAQs

                                                                                            Benzina does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Benzina also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 399-2352.

                                                                                            Benzina is rated 4.8 stars by 584 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 p.m.
                                                                                            Booked 2 times today

                                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                            Google Map for Benzina

                                                                                            4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205

                                                                                            Additional information

                                                                                            • Cross Street
                                                                                              On East Colfax between Dahlia and Eudora
                                                                                            • Neighbourhood
                                                                                              Park Hill
                                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                                              Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
                                                                                            • Price
                                                                                              $31 to $50
                                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                                              Italian, Pizzeria
                                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                                              Casual Dining
                                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                                              Casual Dress
                                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                                              Street Parking
                                                                                            • Public transit
                                                                                              Bus stop at Colfax Ave. and Elm. One block from the restaurant
                                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                                              Daniele Bolognini
                                                                                            • Additional
                                                                                              Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
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