Tavernetta

It’s been more than seven years since the talented team behind Boulder’s Frasca added its first (but not last) restaurant in the Denver metro area, but this Union Station spot for Italian fare often feels like it's been around much longer than that. A more boisterous and lively experience than Frasca’s subdued elegance, it excels at making any dining occasion feel special. A seat near the open dining room gives a glimpse into the expertly choreographed dance that keeps the kitchen going nightly, but one of our favorite ways to experience Tavernetta is at the bar during happy hour, when you can casually nosh on small bites while sipping bubbles in a cozy lounge area.