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Cranelli's Italian Restaurant
Garlic Knots
Mentioned multiple times as complimentary for first-time diners and praised as 'to die for', perfectly golden, buttery, and garlicky, setting a high standard for the meal.
Arancini’s
Recommended by several reviewers for its delicious flavor, with a notable pairing of cheese and grape sauce and occasional spicy variations.
Lasagna
Highly praised for its incredible flavor, with one review highlighting a six-hour homemade preparation that impressed diners.
Chicken Genovese
Described as excellent, creamy, and fresh with pesto, recommended as a standout pasta dish.
Eggplant Rollatini
Mentioned as a delicious dish that was 'to die for' and contributed to an overall excellent dining experience.
Pumpkin Panna Cotta
Recommended as a perfect dessert complementing the meal, noted for its exceptional taste.
Chicken Piccata
Praised for fantastic flavor and generous portion size, making it a highly recommended entrée.
Carbonara
Noted for being very good with a generous amount of bacon, recommended for pasta lovers.
Pizza
Mentioned as very good with fresh ingredients and well-cooked, though the crust received some mixed feedback.
Stromboli
Recommended as a perfect size for sharing with crispy, dense crust and generous fillings.
Tiramisu
Mentioned as a dessert that did not disappoint, rounding out a great dining experience.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
About Cranelli's Italian Restaurant
Cozy family-run spot with high ceilings, outdoor seating & a menu of Italian comfort food.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Cranelli's Italian Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for the garlic knots, which are mentioned repeatedly in reviews and often described as a must-try. Guests also call out the marinara sauce, lasagna, and pasta dishes like pasta alla vodka and chicken genovese as standouts.
What dishes are most recommended at Cranelli's Italian Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the garlic knots, arancini, eggplant rollatini, chicken genovese, lasagna, and tiramisu. Other frequently praised dishes include chicken piccata, pasta alla vodka, stuffed mushrooms, stromboli, and chicken parmigiana with spaghetti and marinara sauce.
What is the atmosphere like at Cranelli's Italian Restaurant?
The vibe is described as cozy, casual, and lively, with a bar area, fireplace, and outdoor patio seating. It suits groups and families, but several reviews note that it can get loud when crowded, so it also works well for a relaxed dinner or drinks with friends.
Is Cranelli's Italian Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $20 to $30, and reviewers often say portions are generous, with half orders still being large enough to share. People also mention daily happy hour deals like $6 appetizers and 50% off wine, which helps the value feel strong for an Italian dinner in Lone Tree.
Do you need a reservation at Cranelli's Italian Restaurant?
Reservations are recommended for dinner and brunch, especially on weekends, because reviewers mention waits even when they had reservations and note that the restaurant can be busy with large parties. If you go without one, some guests were seated at the bar or high-top seating instead.
Is parking available at Cranelli's Italian Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Cranelli's Italian Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Cranelli's Italian Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is Cranelli's Italian Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Cranelli's Italian Restaurant is good for kids.
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