Originally posted October 21, 2009
3651 Navajo Street
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 477-8910
Patsy’s Inn
“With a history that spans more than 80 years, Patsy’s Italian Restaurant is Denver’s oldest Italian restaurant. Founded in 1921 by the Aiello family, Patsy’s has undergone a few changes over the years but the heart and soul of tradition have remained the same.” read more from Patsy’s website…
Imagine a Martin Scorsese film: Brooklyn, NY (1959.) A quiet summer evening in a neighborhood restaurant (think Denver’s version of “MOONSTRUCK”) – cut to a Ted Williams’ Louisville Slugger. Somebody “whacks” somebody. Ba-Da-Bing! Ba-Da-Boom! The End! Fugedaboudit!
Patsy’s has been serving the same Italian food for years, from at least three different owners. And the food is authentic and tasty, if you like Southern-Italian cuisine. I happen to like it.
From Patsy’s menu:
Pasta! Served with your choice of soup or salad and Patsy’s original spaghetti sauce
Homemade Spaghetti – Patsy’s Specialty! ($9.50.) Check the menu on Patsy’s website for other pastas.
Also from the menu:
House Favorites! Includes bread and your choice of soup or salad
Baked Lasagna or Eggplant Lasagna – Sausage or lightly breaded baked eggplant, layered with pasta, Patsy’s original spaghetti sauce ricotta, romano and provolone. Topped with mozzarella ($13.00)
Putanesca – A spicy specialty of Trastevere. Tomatoes, capers, calamata olives and red pepper, with white wine and olive oil over fettucine ($11.00).
Topped with grilled chicken breast ($14.00)
Chicken or Eggplant Parmesan – Tender chicken breast rolled in seasoned bread crumbs or seasoned baked eggplant. Topped with Patsy’s original spaghetti sauce, parmesan and mozzarella, with homemade spaghetti ($14.00) Check the menu on Patsy’s website for more entrees.
Also: Appetizers, Salads, Soups, Desserts, Sandwiches, Lunches, Wines and a Full Bar with a dozen stools
We were told that a relative of the original owner family (The Aiellos) is the new owner and proprietor of Patsy’s Inn. Tell Ron or Kim that I sent you…
Patsy’s has a huge parking lot on Navajo – 1/4 block north of the restaurant – that they share with the art- galleries (several on the block.) The area hosts a First Friday (of the month) art-walk, many of the galleries “do” cheese and wine.
A GOLD STAR: Unlike so many restaurants, Patsy’s background music is period appropriate to the restaurant’s vintage decor and type.
Memo to Martin Scorsese and other Film Industry execs: You used Las Vegas’ Peppermill’s Lounge in “Casino”and The Golden Gate’s, Bay City Diner in “Pay It Forward.” Give this place a try. Fugedaboudit!
May 14, 2010
Patsy’s Pizza and Pasta place—next door to the main restaurant—is open for business.
A sign with the word “Dream” hangs above the counter. I’m guessing someone dreamed up the idea for this restaurant.
January 19, 2011
The pizza is rather thick with a tasty golden crust and excellent cheese on top. This is more of a Neapolitan pizza than NY-style. By the way, pizza is not served in the main restaurant.
[October 3, 2009 – photo before the opening]
Patsy’s Pizza
photo WCarbone
This is a TrueItalianTable recommended authentic Italian restaurant.
This post was first published Oct. 21, 2009.
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