Restaurant Olivia

4.8

80 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 31 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines

Restaurant Olivia is a pasta-focused restaurant located in Denver’s Wash Park neighborhood. Olivia is the second project from chef Ty Leon, beverage guru Austin Carson, and hospitality maven Heather Morrison.

Each evening we open the doors to our restaurant as if it were our home, welcoming guests with warmth and graciousness. We believe you’ll feel our attention to hospitality the minute you step inside.

We draw inspiration from classic Italian dishes and the traditions that bring them to life, but we also feature flavors and recipes from around the world. Our food is made with care and intention. We source our ingredients from organic and local producers whenever possible. Our beverage program features expertly-crafted but playful cocktails, alongside an Italian-focused wine list.

We look forward to sharing with you our passion for outstanding food and service.

Additional information

Location
290 S Downing St, Denver, CO 80209-2433
Phone number
(303) 999-0395
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Executive Chef
Ty Leon

Experiences

Barbaresco dinner with Marina Marcarino of Punset
US$310.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 26, 2025 only
6:00 p.m.
Punset wines have been a cornerstone of our list from the very beginning—and for good reason. Marina Marcarino is a true pioneer in the world of wine. In the early 1980s, she made history in Barbaresco as one of Italy’s first female winemakers and the first to fully embrace organic viticulture—a practice that remains rare in the Langhe even today. Her wines are nothing short of extraordinary, filled with life and texture that set them apart in the world of Nebbiolo. Among the giants of the region, she quietly crafts some of the most vibrant, personality-driven wines in Barbaresco. During this special dinner, we’ll explore multiple vintages of her acclaimed Barbaresco, including the 2014 and 2016 Basarin Riserva, as well as the 2014 and 2015 Campo Quadro Riserva from magnum. The evening will also feature classic varietals such as Barbera and Arneis. As Marina leads the conversation around our community table, Chef Ty and his culinary team will present a beautifully curated five-course, Piedmont-inspired menu. Expect an evening of engaging discussion, deep insights, and the rare opportunity to experience aged Nebbiolo alongside its maker. We promise, this will be an unforgettable night.
Tuscan wine dinner with Querceto di Castellina
US$295.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 13, 2025 only
6:00 p.m.
We are delighted to welcome one of our all-time favorite Chianti Classico producers, Querceto di Castellina, to our community table for an evening of wine and conversation. A cornerstone of the Castellina subzone, Querceto di Castellina is renowned for its exceptional Sangiovese-based wines as well as its mastery of Bordeaux varieties—all crafted with a deep commitment to sustainability. These wines have long held a place on our list for good reason. For this special evening, we are honored to host second-generation owner Jacopo di Battista, who will share the history of his iconic estate while guiding us through a tasting of six outstanding wines. The lineup includes Sangiovese-based Chianti Classico, two vintages of the renowned Chianti Classico Gran Selezione “Sei,” the elegant Rosato, and two Merlot-driven wines—“Venti” and “Podalirio”—along with the Rhône-style white blend “Livia.” As Jacopo leads us through these remarkable wines, Chef Ty will present a thoughtfully curated, Tuscan-inspired five-course menu. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the richness of Tuscan culture.
Community Table Reservations
Multiple dates available
Please note, this is a reservation for our community dining table. You will be enjoying a meal with other guests

What 80 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
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver
Great for fine wines
Denver
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Restaurant Olivia offers an exceptional dining experience, highlighted by "phenomenal" tasting menus and "superb" dishes like the trout tortellini and tagliatelle. The service is often praised as "exceptional," notably when served by Greg. The cozy ambiance and innovative, authentic Italian cuisine make it a "must-try" destination in Denver.

80 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner VIP
Denver3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfection as always - delicious food , amazing service. Just right portions
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Sean
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Was a great night for my girlfriend’s birthday. Only downside was how closely some two person tables are positioned next to each other.
Restaurant OliviaResponded 4 days ago
Thanks for the review, Sean. We're glad to hear that you had a great night celebrating your girlfriend's birthday at Restaurant Olivia. We understand your concern about the two person tables being close together. We appreciate your feedback and will make a note of your preference for your next visit. We hope to see you again soon. Take care, Team Olivia
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Nicki VIP
Denver30 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Restaurant Olivia is hands down our favorite restaurant in Denver. The food, the service, the wine list and ambiance are outstanding!
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Chris VIP
Denver12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a wonderful experience. Went her for a 50th Birthday and the food and staff were incredible! Everything was outstanding. Will be back!
Restaurant OliviaResponded 4 days ago
Hi Chris, We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience. It's fantastic to know that you found our food and staff incredible. We always strive to make special occasions like these memorable, and we're glad we could make your day special. Thank you for choosing us for your celebration and for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, Team Oliva
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MartinR
Denver10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant, very good food, excellent service
Restaurant OliviaResponded 6 days ago
Thanks for visiting us, Martin! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Restaurant Olivia. It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We hope to welcome you back soon. Best regards, Team Olivia
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Brenda
San Francisco100 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service incredible food and realistic pricing. Thank you for always over achieving…. Excellent meal tonight.
Restaurant OliviaResponded 6 days ago
Thanks for the feedback, Brenda! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and found our pricing to be realistic. It's always our goal to provide an exceptional dining experience, so your kind words are truly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back to Restaurant Olivia soon. Also, thank you for noticing our over-achieving staff! :) XO Team Olivia
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Denver9 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There isn’t a better dining experience in town. 100000000 out of 10 recommend.
Restaurant OliviaResponded 6 days ago
Hello, Thank you for your high rating and for recommending us so highly! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic dining experience at Restaurant Olivia. It's wonderful to know that we are the best dining option in town for you. We look forward to serving you again soon. XO Team Olivia
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Dena VIP
Denver20 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the tasting menu and it was phenomenal! I almost didn’t order the trout tortellini because I don’t like trout. I decided to just go for it and it ended up being my favorite dish. That was a high bar because everything was superb. My wife loved the hand pies (i did too)
Restaurant OliviaResponded 6 days ago
Hey Dena, We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife enjoyed your tasting menu and found it to be phenomenal! It's always a pleasure to know that our guests are blown away by our offerings and we're glad that you felt the same way about the trout tortellini. Thank you for choosing Restaurant Olivia for your celebration. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Team Olivia
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Cordelia VIP
Monterrey2 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Contrary to popular opinion we didn’t enjoy the food as much.
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Paige VIP
Denver4 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We’ve had the same waiter the past few times (young man bun) and he could use some improvement. We feel ignored for most the dinner and then when he does come and try making conversation it’s so uncomfortable. I love restaurant Olivia the food is fabulous but the service just puts a damper on a $250 dinner for two.
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FAQs

Restaurant Olivia is rated 4.8 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 31 times today

Experiences are available.

290 S Downing St, Denver, CO 80209-2433

Additional information

Phone number
(303) 999-0395
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Executive Chef
Ty Leon

Restaurant Olivia

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Barbaresco dinner with Marina Marcarino of Punset

Tuscan wine dinner with Querceto di Castellina

Community Table Reservations

Menu

What 80 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Restaurant Olivia restaurant rated?

Is Restaurant Olivia currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information