Italian Restaurants in Minneapolis

If you're looking to load up on some tasty carbs before a big day out in the City of Lakes, be sure to check out one of these local Italian favorites. Whether you are seeking salsa dancing, a family atmosphere or downtown elegance, Minneapolis has something for you.

Vescio's Italian

Vescio's 14th ave location oozes family-owned atmosphere. Although the food is hit-or-miss, the dining experience, friendly wait staff and happy patrons are worth the gamble, if you're feeling travel-weary. Try the Compagna Conchiglie Shells, which are seafood stuffed and baked in cream sauce.

Vescio's Cucina
4001 Co. Rd. 25
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Phone: (952) 920-0733
Fax: (952) 920-8562

Vescio's Originalé
406 14th Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: 612-378-1747
Fax: 612-378-0613

E-mail: info@VesciosCucina.com
http://www.vescioscucina.com/

Damico and Sons

Damico and Sons have locations all over the Twin Cities. Try the Uptown or Downtown location for some Gourmet Italian dishes. Damico and Sons comes highly recommended from many established local businesses including the University of Minnesota Alumni Association. If you want the gourmet experience at a family-dining price, try the plate of the day for around $10.

Downtown
555 Nicollet Mall
Neiman Marcus Wing - Street Level
Minneapolis MN 55402

Uptown
2210 Hennepin Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Loring Pasta Bar

Loring Pasta Bar is located in the Dinkytown neighborhood, near the University of Minnesota Campus. Don't be fooled by the location, it's not just for college students. The food is budget-gourmet and the wine and beer selection is unrivaled. Loring has unique architecture which divides the dining areas into sections, creating cozy private spaces for groups. Be sure to sit in the main dining area on Salsa night so you can spot everyone from college students to octogenarians hitting the floor.

Salsa Dance: Friday and Saturday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am

327 14th Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 378-4849
loringpastareservations@msn.com

http://www.loringpastabar.com/

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Article Written By Jessica Powers

Jessica Powers has been writing online professionally since 2009. Her articles have focused on travel, law and general knowledge. Currently, she is working on a creative project about the art of beer tourism. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Minnesota.

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