Bella Colibri

Bella Colibri Upscale rustic Italian cuisine, served with warm, small-town hospitality in the heart of Golden, Colorado.

Handmade pasta has been at the heart of Italian kitchens for centuries — a symbol of family, heritage, and gathering aro...
09/30/2026

Handmade pasta has been at the heart of Italian kitchens for centuries — a symbol of family, heritage, and gathering around the table.

At Bella Colibri, our pasta program celebrates that tradition through dishes made fresh in-house. Each batch is shaped by hand, honoring the craft and care that have defined Italian cooking for generations.

A seat among Denver’s best Italian tables.Bella Colibri has been included in ’s new guide to the 25 best Italian restaur...
09/28/2026

A seat among Denver’s best Italian tables.

Bella Colibri has been included in ’s new guide to the 25 best Italian restaurants in the Denver area. Since opening in Golden in 2019, has drawn from Southern Italian cooking and founder Dean Valdez’s Calabrian family roots, with the seasons shaping a menu of house-made pastas, Italian classics, and dishes that change throughout the year.

Set inside a brick building just off 12th Street in downtown Golden, the dining room pairs white tablecloths and polished service with exposed brick, warm wood, and generous windows overlooking Golden. It’s Italian cooking with a distinctly Colorado address.

Thank you to DiningOut, writer , and managing editor for including Bella Colibri among the restaurants shaping Denver’s Italian dining scene.

Read the full feature at the link in our bio.

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Our Tuna Carpaccio brings together lemon, English pea, and Calabrian chili, balancing bright citrus, subtle sweetness, a...
09/25/2026

Our Tuna Carpaccio brings together lemon, English pea, and Calabrian chili, balancing bright citrus, subtle sweetness, and a gentle heat in every bite.

Delicate, balanced, and beautifully composed, it’s a fresh beginning to an evening of Italian-inspired dining.

An Evening in Argentina, with an Italian Soul on October 13From the foothills of the Andes to the foothills of the Rocki...
09/24/2026

An Evening in Argentina, with an Italian Soul on October 13

From the foothills of the Andes to the foothills of the Rockies, Bella Colibri welcomes **e for an evening of Argentine w**e and four courses, bringing the w**es of Mendoza to an Italian table.

Zane and Mindy Holscher, owners of a small vineyard in Mendoza’s Uco Valley, will join us to share the story behind VINUV and the high-altitude landscape where their w**es are made. For Zane, a 2001 U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and retired Air Force special operations pilot, w**emaking became a new chapter alongside Mindy, bringing them from Colorado to the vineyards of Argentina.

The evening begins in the Parlor with antipasti and sparkling w**e, followed by four courses, each paired with a VINUV w**e. The pairings move from high-altitude whites into elegant, expressive reds, with Zane and Mindy joining guests throughout the evening to talk about the w**es, the land and the journey behind them.

At the heart of the evening is a shared Italian sensibility: good food, beautiful w**e and the pleasure of gathering around the table.

October 13, 6pm
Location: , Golden, CO

Seats are limited. Reservations are available through the link in our bio.

The evenings are cooler, and our w**e selections are following suit.Barolos, Burgundies, and reds with a little more wei...
09/23/2026

The evenings are cooler, and our w**e selections are following suit.

Barolos, Burgundies, and reds with a little more weight are finding their way to the table, opening up slowly alongside dinner.

Ask your server what they’re recommending tonight.

Happy first day of fall!Something shifts around here with the turn of the season. The light slips lower through the wind...
09/22/2026

Happy first day of fall!

Something shifts around here with the turn of the season. The light slips lower through the windows. The room takes on a warmer glow. And the menu begins to follow, trading summer’s brightness for deeper flavors, richer textures, and the first hints of what’s to come.

A new season, arriving one plate at a time.

Before the season changes, make time for a few of our summer dishes, including the vibrant and indulgent Gamberoni, fres...
09/18/2026

Before the season changes, make time for a few of our summer dishes, including the vibrant and indulgent Gamberoni, fresh Focaccia Burrata, and our classic Caesar Insalata with a twist.

Each one offers a different take on the season, bringing together the ingredients and flavors that have shaped our summer menu at Bella Colibri.

We look forward to welcoming you for dinner!

Bella Colibri sits in one of the oldest buildings in Golden, Colorado — and you can feel it.The brick has been here long...
09/16/2026

Bella Colibri sits in one of the oldest buildings in Golden, Colorado — and you can feel it.

The brick has been here longer than the restaurant, longer than most of what surrounds it on Washington Avenue. Walking in carries a weight that newer rooms never quite manage.

We did not build this place. We just take care of it, and try to make sure the food and the people are worthy of our presence.

The final days of summer call for one more round of warm-weather cocktails.At Bella Colibri, our cocktail program brings...
09/14/2026

The final days of summer call for one more round of warm-weather cocktails.

At Bella Colibri, our cocktail program brings together vibrant flavors, quality spirits, and Italian-inspired touches in every glass. From refreshing pours to more spirit-forward creations, our menu is designed for lingering afternoons, lively dinners, and everything in between.

Join us for a cocktail while summer is still on the menu!

Golden light, warm air, and the mountains are taking on a deeper hue to make it the perfect time to enjoy dinner outdoor...
09/11/2026

Golden light, warm air, and the mountains are taking on a deeper hue to make it the perfect time to enjoy dinner outdoors.

Join us on one of our patios this week – Wednesday-Sunday. Reserve your table via the link in our bio. Walk-ins always welcome.

Address

812 12th Street
Golden, CO
80401

Opening Hours

Wednesday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 2pm
5pm - 8pm

Telephone

+17202894859

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