This Highland gem serves Italian small plates that actually make sense for Denver living. The space feels like that friend's place where good wine flows and conversations stretch late into the night. Spuntino nails the neighborhood trattoria vibe without trying too hard - exposed brick, dim lighting, and servers who know their stuff. The menu changes with what's good, but expect house-made pasta that'll ruin you for the boxed stuff and antipasti boards built for sharing. Perfect for post-workout dates when you want something more substantial than acai bowls but lighter than a steakhouse commitment. The wine list skews natural and interesting. Groups of four work best here - the tables are intimate and the portions encourage passing plates around. It's where Highland locals bring out-of-town friends to prove Denver has real food culture.