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Cranelli's Italian Restaurant

4.6

Cozy family-run Italian spot with high ceilings, outdoor seating, and classic comfort dishes served alongside great cocktails and wine.

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant restaurant in Lone Tree, Colorado
Interior view of Cranelli's Italian Restaurant
Cranelli's Italian Restaurant atmosphere and seating
Cranelli's Italian Restaurant featured offerings
Cranelli's Italian Restaurant dining area
Cranelli's Italian Restaurant exterior entrance

About

4.6(3277)

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant serves hearty Italian comfort food in a warm, family-friendly setting with high ceilings and outdoor seating.

Guests enjoy fast service, a full bar with cocktails, a great wine list, and vegetarian as well as vegan options amid a cozy, casual atmosphere. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak times, to secure a spot in this popular Lone Tree eatery.

What To Expect:

    🍝 Traditional Italian comfort dishes like Chicken Parmesan and Lasagna
    🍷 Full bar including signature cocktails and a curated wine list
    🪑 Cozy indoor and spacious outdoor seating
    🍰 Popular desserts including Tiramisu and Italian cookies

Important Information:

    Parking can be challenging; early arrival or ride shares recommended
    Reservations recommended for dinner and brunch; accepts online booking
    Family and pet friendly environment with accessible facilities
    Offers takeout, delivery, and catering services

📍 Local Insights

🍽️ Order Half Portions: Half-size meals are popular for preparing to enjoy decadent desserts like their amazing tiramisu without feeling overstuffed.

🚗 Plan Parking Ahead: Parking can be tight; many recommend arriving early, using street parking, or ride-shares to avoid frustration.

🎉 Catering Specialist: Cranelli's is highly regarded for catering events, with flexible planning and quality presentation praised by large groups.

🍹 Happy Hour Perks: Happy hour runs daily from 2–5:30 PM with both drinks and food offerings, perfect for affordable bites and cocktails in a casual setting.

Hours

Monday: 11 AM–9 PM

Tuesday: 11 AM–9 PM

Wednesday: 11 AM–9 PM

Thursday: 11 AM–9 PM

Friday: 11 AM–10 PM

Saturday: 11 AM–10 PM

Sunday: 11 AM–8 PM

👉 Best For

  • Family dinners
  • Casual dining
  • Groups
  • Italian comfort food lovers

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Location

10047 Park Meadows Dr Unit F, Lone Tree, CO 80124
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Review Sentiment

GoogleBased on 3277 Google reviews

"Visitors consistently praise the friendly, attentive service and flavorful Italian dishes like Chicken Parmesan and garlic knots. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere and strong drink program including cocktails and wine are highlights. Some find parking difficult and note the space can get loud and crowded during peak hours. While most enjoy the value and portion sizes, a few critics mention food and drink inconsistencies and a noisy dining room."

What You'll Find

  • Garlic Knots
  • Chicken Parmesan
  • Lasagna
  • Baked Ziti
  • Stuffed Mushrooms
  • Chicken Cacciatore
  • Stromboli
  • Chicken Piccata
  • Chicken Genovese
  • Arancini
  • Italian Cookies
  • Tiramisu

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit early weekdays around lunch to avoid crowds; dinner peak times are 5–8 PM with reservations recommended; enjoy happy hour daily 2–5:30 PM.

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