Osteria Marco

"Osteria Marco, named for the youngest Bonanno son, opened its doors just in time to celebrate Marco’s fourth birthday in October, 2007. Chef-proprietor Frank Bonanno wanted to compliment his highly successful high-end Italian eatery, Luca (named for the older Bonanno boy) by offering a little brother-a more playful version of Luca, but with the same artisan spirit and impeccable service."

"Pasta, pizza, and panini, per favore: Frank Bonanno’s subterranean Italian joint beneath Larimer Square presents all three with pizzazz, from signature dishes like wild mushroom fusilli and eggplant parm on ciabatta to seasonal ones like the fig-and-gorgonzola pie. Do as the Romans (or at least the regulars here) do and start with the lemon-grilled artichoke." - Ruth Tobias, Eater Staff

"Fifteen years ago, Frank Bonanno opened this now cozy, now lively subterranean space on Larimer Square to give many Denverites their first taste of fresh burrata and ricotta, salumi and carpaccio, and still other Italian specialties like panzanella and carbonara. Those items remain staples today, supplemented by real-deal mozzarella en carrozza, pizza with braised short rib and pepperoncini, lamb meatballs over polenta, and more. Pair them with a wine flight that transports you to the Boot by featuring, say, lesser-known Italian whites or Super Tuscans." - Eater Staff, Ruth Tobias

"Chef Frank Bonanno's playful version of contemporary Italian cuisine has caused buzz in the LoDo dining scene since it opening in 2007. The cozy basement aesthetic is completed by handcrafted pizzas and cured meats." - Camila Navarrette, Gigi Sukin, Susan Stapleton

"It’s the seventh year of plenty of pig and plenty of hoppy beers at Osteria Marco. Ska Brewing is this year’s featured brewer; four Ska beers will be paired alongside four pork-heavy courses. Tickets start at $45. Interested diners can call (303) 534-5855 to reserve seats for the Tuesday dinner." - Camila Navarrette