Benzina

4.8

618 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

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.

Additional information

Location
4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205
Phone number
(303) 399-2352
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
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Daniele Bolognini

Popular dishes

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

What 618 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

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Denver / Colorado
Italian
Denver
Best Food
Denver
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Benzina is a standout in Denver's dining scene, celebrated for its "amazing dining experience." Located in a converted gas station, it offers "delicious food" with "exceptional service." The "spicy soppressata pizza," "cauliflower," and "panna cotta" are must-tries. Guests enjoy the vibrant vibe, attentive staff, and engaging open kitchen.

618 Reviews

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Lisa VIP
San Francisco10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just such an amazing neighborhood gem! We need to make sure to support and keep opn. Such a great mix of special menu items. I am not a vegetarian but I could eat all the cauliflower and Caio e pepe bread everyday! The pizza and pastas just delicious and cocktails hot the spot!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Denver1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was amazing. What is missing from so many restaurants in Denver- our table wasn’t ready so they offered wine while we waited. The food was delicious and worth the trip
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Colette
Denver19 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Packed on a Friday night and I made a reservation as I waited, and still had to wait another 15 minutes to be seated. Glad they're so busy! The harvest salad was delicious, as was the bread -- piping hot. The Margherita D.O.P pizza, however, was disappointing. Flavorful as all get out, yes. Not enough cheese (one piece didn't have any). But the biggest issue was the crust. It was delightfully puffy and browned around the edges, but the middle was literally wet. It was so soggy you literally couldn't pick it up. You had to cut it and it was floppy and draped over your fork. I love this place, so I'm hoping it was just an off night for the ktichen.
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Carrie VIP
Denver3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous! Can’t wait to go again. The Cacio e Pepe dip with the bread was out of this world. Thank you!
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Christopher
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The bread with pancetta and trout Caesar were unbelievable. So, so good. Loved my rosemary empress gimlet as well. The apps were so good they outshined our black truffle risotto and beef cheek ravioli. One hundred percent will go back of given the opportunity. Loved our server - Charlie was a delight.
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cindy VIP
Denver11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best food in Denver!! The chicken is outstanding. The Pizza is out of this world. The arincini is spectacular. The beef tartar is the best!!
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Karen VIP
Denver5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's our favorite restaurant in Denver! We love the mushroom pizza and cesar salad with smoked trout - wow! And their cocktails are the best. A place we hope will continue to prosper!
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Warren VIP
Denver5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic again! Our favorite restaurant in Denver. Hopefully, destructive progressive policies can be overcome, and the Benzina is able to stay open.
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Jody VIP
Denver25 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delicious meal and amazing service. Cocktails were unique and delicious, the pizza was light and fresh, arancini was a tasty and interesting bite, and the Caesar salad with trout is not to be missed! Our server was incredible - warm, friendly, and attentive. Overall, wonderful meal and experience and REALLY hope to return.
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Liz
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot for a Friday night out with a friend. Prices are higher than expected.
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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 618 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

4839 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220-1205

Additional information

Phone number
(303) 399-2352
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
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Daniele Bolognini

Benzina

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Additional information

Mushroom

Margherita DOP

Ravioli

Cocktails

Aperol SpritzUS$15.00

Hugo SpritzUS$15.00

Limoncello SpritzUS$15.00

Classic NegroniUS$16.00

White NegroniUS$16.00

Benzina Old FashionedUS$16.00

Gin or Vodka MartiniUS$16.00

Strawberry FieldsUS$17.00

Passion Fruit MartiniUS$17.00

Classic MargaritaUS$15.00

Top Shelf MargaritaUS$18.00

Italian MargaritaUS$15.00

Spiced Pear MargaritaUS$16.00

Blueberry CosmoUS$16.00

Rosemary Empress GimletUS$16.00

Fall FashionedUS$16.00

Strawberry Basil G&TUS$15.00

Non-Alcoholic

Cherry LimeadeUS$6.00

Phony NegroniUS$12.00

0.0US$8.00

Princess PeachUS$8.00

Wines By The Glass

Ruffino Lumina ProseccoUS$15.00

Poggio Costa Sparkling RoseUS$15.00

Tenute Sella RosatoUS$14.00

Vignetidel Sole Pinot GrigioUS$14.00

La Chiara Gavi di GaviUS$16.00

Roeno ChardonnayUS$14.00

San Vincente VermentinoUS$15.00

Vietti Barbera D’AstiUS$16.00

Regaleali Nero D’AvolaUS$14.00

Carpineto Chianti ClassicoUS$16.00

Rodney Strong Cabernet SauvignonUS$15.00

Beer

Westbound & Down Italian PilsUS$9.00

Stem Cider Pear AppleUS$8.00

Cerebral ’Neon Lite’ Colfax LagerUS$8.00

Snake River “Jenny Lake” LagerUS$8.00

Westbound & Down IPAUS$10.00

Westbound & Down Hazy IPAUS$10.00

Great Divide OktoberfestUS$10.00

Great Divide Denver Pale AleUS$8.00

Menabrea LagerUS$8.00

Heineken 0.0 (NA)US$7.00

Rationale Mexican Lager (NA)US$7.00

Dessert Drinks

Pumpkin Spice MartiniUS$16.00

Tiramisu Espresso MartiniUS$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Benzina offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Make a booking

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