Vincenza's Italian Bakery

09/14/2007 Posted by danelle62

If this is authentic Italy then my name is Aunt Jemima. The food is over priced and nasty, the portions are small and the staff less than helpful. The walk-around crooner is annoying..he actually carried his tip jar around with him! Tacky! They have no kids menu, the booths are completely falling apart and everything is dirty. I'd rather eat at 7-11.

Pros: Sorry, there aren't any

Cons: Dirty, over priced

05/08/2007 Posted by landman45

Having grown up in this area...ive seen this place in many fashions. As Wheat ridge dairy it was awesome for its ice cream and milk. Loved going up there all the time...walking distance you know. Now as Vincenza's bakery it is past awesome. the food catches your sences the moment you walk in. the aroma of the fresh bread...the sight of the desserts makes you know you will add 20 pds. (ok exaggerated). then whenyou get the food....Fabulous. The atmosphere and service is the peak of performance. I love it...yes as a Wheat Ridge son Im proud of it. Love it.

Pros: food, service, friendliness

Cons: dont ship

11/15/2006 Posted by bluesongbyrd

I can't add much to the reviews here - it's all true and it's all great food. I wish, occasionally, the rear section of the restaurant had a cozier atmosphere, but it's not a deal breaker. Last year, we bought one of their ricotta pies to have with our Christmas dinner - this is so fabulous! I served it with a simple blueberry sauce. They have many other holiday pies to choose from.

Pros: Food, hospitality

01/06/2006 Posted by suely5

When you go into Vincenzan early in the day, you are immediately greeted with the wonderful aroma of fresh marzipan cookies. There are also fresh cookies with raspberry, blueberry or apricot filling, fresh breads and many more. Marzipan's my fav! Last night, we were there to celebrate our aunt's birthday and I ordered the house specialty - MARE MUNDI, yummmmm! It had veal, lobster, shrimp, mussels and calamari in a spicy marinara sauce over linguine. OOoooo.. I can't believe I ate it all! And many pieces of their awesome fresh baked bread too! To top it off, they baked the birthday cake - it was chocolate with raspberry filling and the cream colored icing was also raspberry flavored; it was like eating a piece of "heaven" - light, fluffy, creamy, rich in flavor. Vincenzan is always a stop for us during our yearly Denver "pilgrimage" from Gulf Shores, AL.

Pros: Authentic, Fresh Breads, Casual Dining

Cons: Ambience, Too far from AL

05/25/2005 Posted by beddu

I think this is some of the best Italian food in denver, no, this side of New York. We had the Linguine Pescatore and was the best I had, lots of Seafood, Crushed Tomato and Spices. The chef came out and talked to me about the dish and his cooking it while in Italy. He also recommended a nice Italian wine to go with our dish. We finished with a slice of Tirimisu and a scoop of inhouse made gelato. What an experience. We will definetely be coming back...soon!

Pros: Friendly, Great Food, Gelato

05/23/2005 Posted by ivolution

Form the front counter filled with fresh breads and pastries to the authentic dinner menu this visit reminded me of my visits to Italy. The wine list had a wide selection of Italian wines to compliment my dinner and we all got to listen to a Frank Sinatra tribute by Frank Lechuga. What a great experience!

Pros: live music, real cannolis, lunch buffet

Cons: i dont live closer

03/06/2004 Posted by jennhunter

I wish I had discovered this place sooner! I've finally found a restaurant (and bakery) in this town where I can truly say I love. Although this rating is based on only one visit, I went with faithful patrons who only have good things to say. Except for a liquor license, Vincenza's has it all-excellent food, interesting atmosphere, live entertainent, and of course bakery items that are first rate. I would not recommend going there if you are in a hurry. The service is attentive and friendly but if you're looking to eat and run go to Fazoli's. For my meal I had the eggplant parmesan and topped it off with tiramisu--YUMMMMM!!! The bread and desserts are really fresh and fantastic and I even got to sample the dessert first.

Pros: live entertainment, excellent bakery, good value