Lou’s Italian Kitchen in Denver has the look and feel of a neighborhood spot you want to root for, warm deli energy, nostalgic charm, and the kind of counter-service confidence that suggests comfort food is on the way. The chicken parmesan arrives in classic form over pasta, but the execution falls short of the promise. The cutlet, while well-presented, eats tough and chewy, lacking the tenderness and moisture that define a great parm. The sauce and cheese are serviceable, yet can’t overcome the texture issues. There’s heart and atmosphere here, but the dish misses the mark. A reminder: never wear white on parm day, especially when the reward doesn’t match the risk.
