Carelli's Ristorante Italiano

4.7

1245 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

5 Mar 2025

20:30

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Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

Enjoy a wonderful dining experience with family or friends at Carelli's. Owner Greg Carelli with help from his father Gene wanted to offer guests authentic Italian cuisine in a contemporary setting that features a large open flame fireplace, mosaic tiles, natural Birch woods, and warm lighting. An appetizer of fresh mozzarella and Beefsteak tomato caprese, lightly breaded calamari or lamb artichoke meatballs will please the palate at Carelli's. Guests can dine on baked jumbo shells stuffed with spinach and ricotta , the classic chicken parmigiana or shrimp scampi. Artisanal pizza, calzones, and paninis. Awsome Gluten-free options are also available.

Carelli's was the winner of the Daily Camera Reader's Choice 2002-2020 award for Best Italian Restaurant and ambiance. It also has won awards from the Denver Post and Boulder Weekly magazines. It has an awesome bar scene and an extensive wine list. Carelli's restaurant features daily fresh fish specials.

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Location
645 30th St, Boulder, CO 80303
Phone number
(303) 938-9300
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have a private parking lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

What 1,245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Boulder Area
Best Value
Boulder Area
Healthy
Boulder Area
Hot spot
Boulder Area
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Carelli's Ristorante Italiano is a beloved dining spot in Boulder, praised for its "excellent food" and "top-notch service." Patrons highlight the "amazing atmosphere" and diverse menu, featuring favorites like eggplant parmigiana and chicken marsala. The staff, including standout servers like Chris and Alex, ensure a memorable experience.

1,245 Reviews

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Lonny
VIP
Denver
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of Boulder's best dinner choices. Always a great experience. Service is excellent and the food is consisitently top quality. Great for a family event or an intimate dinner.
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Ian
Denver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Generally an excellent experience. Great food, service. Only complaint is that with a full restaurant the noise level is excessive. Nonetheless, the best Italian restaurant in Boulder or Denver.
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MA
Unspecified
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were happy to be seated where we asked to be. Our appetizers were delicious: gluten-free calamari and (nothing special/typical) caprese. Cocktails were exactly as desired. Entrees were okay, diver scallops with g/f pasta and veal picatta with vegetables(instead of pasta). The veal was tough, the scallops were scant - low in quantity. The flavors were good. I would not order either entree again. We had the brulee for dessert, which was very good. Staff were attentive and generous, we never wanted for anything. Water was always full and refreshed, cocktails never waned. We appreciated the g/f menu and special order g/f bread. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and not loud, despite being packed. I would return but would focus on just appetizers, and maybe pasta and pizza. The meat and seafood entrees disappointed. Three diners, 5 cocktails, 2 pelligrino, 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, 1 dessert = over $300 bill including 20% tip.
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MerryH
VIP
Denver
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service, very good food, scallops were a bit pricy given there were only 3 smaller ones in a large bowl of pasta.
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Tad
VIP
Denver
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fun and fabulous night at Carelli's on Friday to start off Carol's "birthday week" - when we arrived for our 7:15p reservation the place was buzzing happily. We shared the salmon carpaccio, a spinach salad and the pasta special. No room for the yummy Tiramisu this time unfortunately, but of course we will be back!
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Karen
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time here and I can say that the experience was truly amazing! Food is so delicious and there was no disappointment. Staff friendly and attentive. We sat next to the fireplace and it was just so enjoyable. Picked a great spot for celebrating a birthday, but we will return, absolutely!!!!
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David
VIP
Denver
108 reviews
5.0
108 reviews
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Best Italian restaurant in the area. Food is excellent, service attentive. We had the specials: chicken green chili soup and lasagna. Wonderful!
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Ken
Phoenix
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were incredible. Shauna was excellent. We will certainly recommend and be back!
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Robert
Greater Boston
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding friendly service with wonderful tasty food with excellent portion sizes. Beautiful seating in the back room allowed for wonderful conversation. We will be back.
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Jean
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favorite Italian restaurant, and they didn't disappoint. It took a bit to get our food, but we didn't mind the pace. Nathan did a fabulous job serving us tonight. We'll be back again soon.
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Carelli's Ristorante Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 938-9300.

Carelli's Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.7 stars by 1245 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

5 Mar 2025

20:30

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Booked 12 times today

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645 30th St, Boulder, CO 80303

Additional information

Phone number
(303) 938-9300
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have a private parking lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Carelli's Ristorante Italiano

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