La Merise is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

1. La Merise

8.7
2700 E 3rd Ave (Clayton St), Denver, CO
French Restaurant · Cherry Creek North · 13 tips and reviews

Shir L.Shir Levy: My husband made a reservation for my birthday. Mussels with garlic white wine sauce were excellent. Salmon gravlax and onion soup were also delicious. Lamb chops were tasty. Excellent service.

Sarah P.Sarah Procopio: The banana chocolate crepe is amazing!

David F.David Fogel: The food is good. The service is good and the ambience is awesome. Truly a wonderful romantic spot for brunch or dinner. It is nice to have a French restaurant in the heart of Denver.

DiFranco's is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

2. DiFranco's

8.4
955 N Lincoln St Unit D, Denver, CO
Italian Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 15 tips and reviews

Lea V.Lea Van Heule: Lemon ricotta cookies are to die for. Really excellent pasta dishes.

Denver WestwordDenver Westword: DiFranco’s does it right and keeps it simple. The carbonara, bolognese and the subs cannot be missed. Don’t leave without grabbing a cannoli or ricotta cookie either

Jackie M.Jackie Meyer: Absolutely delicious. And get dessert. You won't be disappointed!

Trattoria Stella is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

3. Trattoria Stella

8.2
3470 W 32nd Ave (btw Lowell & Jullian), Denver, CO
Italian Restaurant · West Highland · 20 tips and reviews

Josiah M.Josiah Moore: This place is amazing!! Excellent food, excellent service, fantastic environment... one of a kind restaurant!! The chefs make this place!!

Bridget T.Bridget T: Ravioli is way too sweet and this is coming from a girl that likes sweet. Wild Boar Ragu was great.

Ef R.Ef Rodriguez: Free wigs are handed out on Thursday nights. Don't be late!

Stout St Social is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

4. Stout St Social

7.9
1400 Stout St, Denver, CO
Restaurant · Central Business District · 23 tips and reviews

Randy S.Randy Sisto: Great service (they get busy). Wonderful small plates - had the prime rib sliders, thai calamari and curried deviled eggs. Homemade Key Lime Pie. Outstanding beer list.

JackalJackal: Great beer list.

Jazzie C.Jazzie Chanel: Seemed like a cool place. No Smoke on patio

North Italia is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

5. North Italia

8.5
190 Clayton Ln (Second St.), Denver, CO
Italian Restaurant · Cherry Creek North · 58 tips and reviews

Carly K.Carly Keenan: Love to chill outside on the patio with a big glass of wine and a delicious pizza!

Jeremy J. L.Jeremy J. Lynch®: Happy Hour M-F 3-6!!!!! Amazing drinks and Food for under $6!

SPIRESPIRE: The zucca chips are the best! For a pasta entree try the strozzapreti, so delicious!

Gaetano's is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

6. Gaetano's

8.1
3760 Tejon Street, Denver, CO
Italian Restaurant · Highland · 31 tips and reviews

Kate G.Kate Gilbert: The best Italian food in Denver without a doubt!

DenverPostDenverPost: The menu covers a lot of ground. The pasta carbonara was an excellent take on that classic, and for dessert, the tiramisu stood out. They've got local beers are on tap and the cocktails are exemplary Read more.

Denver WestwordDenver Westword: Winner of Westword's Best of Denver 2010 - Best Neighborhood Italian Restaurant!

The Bent Noodle is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

7. The Bent Noodle

7.7
3055 S Parker Rd, Aurora, CO
Italian Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Jonathan C.Jonathan Cornwell: Lovely food: bread, Mediterranean salad, Tuscan pot roast, fra dia Volo, Alfredo, stuffed chicken. Good wine selection. Good beer selection with rotating craft taps. And always great service.

JackalJackal: It was okay. Nothing to write home about, and there is much better options in the area.

Alan H.Alan Hale: Baked ziti was alright. However, the chicken alfredo was among the best I've ever had. It's super rich but worth the food coma.

ChopHouse & Brewery Denver is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

8. ChopHouse & Brewery Denver

8.5
1735 19th St, Ste 100 (at Wynkoop), Denver, CO
American Restaurant · LoDo · 65 tips and reviews

Bill F.Bill Flinchbaugh: It's all about the meat's, mushrooms if meat's not your thing, awesome sides, dessert and some of the best beverages you've likely ever had. 25 years plus a happy customer. 2024

DenverHappyHourDenverHappyHour: Food: 1/2 price bar menu Drink: $3 beer; 1/2 price glass of wineMon-Fri 3pm-6pm

Annalee D.Annalee Davey: An absolutely beautiful atmosphere, along with wonderful service! Join for brunch and get endless Mimosas!

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

9. The Cheesecake Factory

8.6
1201 16th St Unit 100 (Lawrence), Denver, CO
American Restaurant · LoDo · 80 tips and reviews

Immaculee K.Immaculee Kayitare: What can I say, I love cheesecakes, especially Red velvet cheesecake, miam miam

Ahmed A.Ahmed Alemadi: I love the cheesecake 😍

Trae M.Trae Malone: Just eat the pumpernickel bread. White bread is for the birds..

Maggiano's Little Italy is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

10. Maggiano's Little Italy

7.5
500 16th Street Mall (in Denver Pavilions), Denver, CO
Italian Restaurant · Central Business District · 60 tips and reviews

Usaj R.Usaj Realty: One of the best spinach salads in Denver. Also a great place during the holidays!

EricEric: new Classic Pasta menu: one portion to eat now, one free to take home! (mix-n-match)

Gabriel R.Gabriel Romero: The lemon cookies are SO. GOOD.

Trattoria Stella is one of The 11 Best Places for Spicy Tomato Sauce in Denver.

11. Trattoria Stella

7.2
3201 E Colfax Ave (at Steele St), Denver, CO
Italian Restaurant · City Park · 20 tips and reviews

Kate G.Kate Gilbert: Happy hour from 5-7pm. The pesto bowl, risotto balls and asparagus are all delish. Enough to share as a large appetizer between two.

Mark H.Mark Hoener: The lamb kale salad was excellent, perfect proportions with a tasteful amount of dressing.

Derek B.Derek Baker: Food and atmosphere is amazing- order the creamy sausage rigate- the best!