Zuppa Cucina is an Italian restaurant that is known for its homemade soups (zuppa is soup in Italian). The atmosphere is bright, warm, and welcoming. The service is friendly and the ingredients are fresh. The menu includes dishes such as gourmet sandwiches, bagel sandwiches, and gourmet pizzas. They also have a wide selection of their […]
Bacio is an Italian restaurant owned by Bob and Jill Tinsley. They buy local in order to provide the freshest dishes possible. The decor is modern and has clean lines, while simultaneously being warm and welcoming. The dishes are made by hand, and the menu consists of customer favorites, new dishes, and seasonal picks. the […]
Nonna Rosa's Ristorante Italiano was founded in 2010 by Chef Francesco and Tina Sugalia. The name is in honor of growing up in their grandmothers' homes, and the food is very chef-driven. The dishes are authentic Italian and made with the freshest ingredients. The decor is traditional, yet timeless. It's an intimate and warm space, […]
Bacio is an upscale Italian restaurant in the Bonaventure Mall. They believe in local sourcing whenever possible and in fresh products. They have seasonal dishes and cuisine that is influenced by Italy, the Mediterranean, and Asia. The decor has arches and contemporary stylings. The staff members are attentive and the atmosphere is relaxed, despite the […]
Mansetti's Pizza & Pasta is a local chain (3 restaurants) that offers Italian fare. The restaurant's decor evokes a trattoria and has a welcoming feel to it. The service is friendly and the atmosphere is family-friendly and relaxed. Their motto is 'simply the best' and they strive to prove it every day. Their menu has […]
Broders’ Cucina Italiana is an Italian restaurant that also includes a wine bar, pasta bar, deli, and catering. Like the formerly listed pizza places, Broders’ is a restaurant founded on a passion for food. Owners Molly and Tom had a desire to take cooking classes in Bologna, Italy. Their deli has been open since 1982, […]
Arezzo Ristorante is a hearty Italian restaurant, based on Italy’s hidden treasure. Named after a city with honored paintings, medieval castles, and rustic villages, the restaurant serves an expansive variety of pastas, pizzas, salads, sandwiches, and desserts.
One of them is called Terzo and is a more modern-styled Italian restaurant. It has a very large wine list that offers over 300 selections as well as beers. The most interesting part about Terzo, though, is the walk up window called Porchetteria. It is year-round throughout the day and serves food to go, mainly […]
Prima's (5325 Lyndale Ave, 611-827-7376 ) is an intimate restaurant that has from-scratch Italian pasta, salad, panini, meat, and seafood. They also do catering, and have a farm where they grow all of their ingredients.
Latuff's Pizzeria is a family-owned Italian restaurant that specializes in pizza, and it's been open since 1971. Mike and Barb Latuff bought the restaurant, and many members of the family now work there as well. The decor is classic, and the atmosphere is welcoming and cozy. The service is friendly, and you'll want to try […]
Sole Mio Ristorante is an Italian restaurant owned by Angelo Montes, who is also the chef. He was born in Licata, Sicily and raised near Milan, and he has brought the tastes of his homelands to Minnesota. The restaurant is expansive and warm, and they have patio seating as well. The staff is friendly and […]
Giuseppe's Italian Ristorante is a cozy Italian restaurant that is family owned and a neighborhood favorite. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff is friendly. The menu has all your favorites, including chicken cacciatore, seafood linguini, and a hand-tossed Chicago pizza. They place an emphasis on freshness and connection, and they deliver plenty […]
