Our highlights

We're a quaint locavore cafe specializing in old-world fare with seasonal ingredients & freshly made pastas

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CHICKEN PARM

CHICKEN PARM

breaded chicken cutlet with mozzarella and red sauce

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SPAGHETTI with MEATBALL

SPAGHETTI with MEATBALL

Red Sauce, Red Pepper Flakes, Basil, Ricotta Salata, Meatball

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VODKA PENNE

VODKA PENNE

Penne pasta, vodka cream and tomato sauce, hot coppa, pecorino, parsley (contains meat)

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CARBONARA PASTA

CARBONARA PASTA

Guanciale (smoked pork), parmigiano reggiano and fresh cracked black peper

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Authentic Italian Flavors in Downtown Denver

Authentic Italian Flavors in Downtown Denver

Welcome to DiFranco's, your go-to Italian eatery in downtown Denver. Enjoy our delicious dishes, available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery, perfect for family gatherings or a casual meal out.

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Order Your Favorite Denver Eats Online Today

Order Your Favorite Denver Eats Online Today

At DiFranco's, savor our delicious Italian dishes from the comfort of home by ordering online. We offer convenient takeout and delivery services right in the heart of Denver, so you can enjoy our flavors anywhere.

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Specials

Check our weekly specials.

<strong>TUES: PENNE for a PENNY</strong>

TUES: PENNE for a PENNY

TUES: PENNE for a PENNY

Enjoy our Penne with Prosciutto Vodka Sauce (or Red Sauce) for just a PENNY when you purchase another Penne Pasta! Every Tuesday All Day!

Deal is available online through our website or for Dine In! 

<strong>WED: ITALIAN DATE NIGHT</strong>

WED: ITALIAN DATE NIGHT

WED: ITALIAN DATE NIGHT

Enjoy 2 entrees, 2 field green salads, 2 cannoli, and 1 bottle of house wine for $65!

This offer is good for DINE IN and TAKE OUT through our website at difrancos.com 

Price may change based on holiday/special event

<strong>THURS: ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR</strong>

THURS: ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR

THURS: ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR

Specials include $9 burrata or pizza logs, $5 beers, $7 glasses of wine and $27 bottles of wine! 

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Customer Reviews

Check out our most recent reviews!

Beth Nichols

Beth Nichols

Place is legit and doesn’t shy away from flavor. Meatball sub might be a little intense for those with a bland palate because it has some zip… it cleared out my sinuses but was delicious. Side salad was very fresh.

Ian Denver Atendido

Ian Denver Atendido

One of the best Italian places in town. Their fast casual approach makes it accessible with incredible deals throughout the week. Definitely not a place to be sleeping on.

Matthew Wheeler

Matthew Wheeler

Absolutely the best pasta in town! The flavors were incredible, especially their rich and flavorful red sauce that tasted like it had been simmering all day. The service was top-notch—friendly, attentive, and happy to accommodate every extra request with a smile. Prices were very reasonable, especially considering the ... outstanding quality of the food. (Buy one penne get one for a penny on Tuesday’s!) Dining here feels like coming home to an Italian grandmother’s kitchen, where every bite is made with love and care. Without a doubt, I’d recommend this spot over any other pasta place in the area! Read More

Aleen Martinez

Aleen Martinez

This is a great place the Gentlemen that served us were so polite , helpful and professional the food was very good, the eggplant was very tasty and the tomatoes soup was so yummy. My daughter had the spaghetti and loved it.

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Location

Free parking in the parking garage connected to the restaurant!