If you’re in Asheville, North Carolina and craving some really great Italian, check out Vinnie’s. This locally owned restaurant has an old school vibe with classic dishes in a fun environment.
Red leather booths, dim lighting, a fabulous bar, and great music (think Sinatra and “Mack the Knife”) make for a neighborhood vibe that makes you want to linger. I almost expected to see some gangsters at a booth in the corner.
The owner and chef grew up in New York City, patronizing neighborhood restaurants that were known for their family recipes and warm atmosphere. When he realized that Asheville was lacking old school Italian, he opened Vinnie’s, placing as much emphasis on atmosphere as on the food.
The result is fantastic. The service was great, the portions huge and delicious.
We ate inside but they have outdoor seating too. Want to see the menu or learn more? Click here!
Looks mouth watering🤤
It was delicious!!
I ate at an Italian restaurant here in Yreka, California last night – the leftovers fed me tonight and will tomorrow, too! It’s called Strings. No gangsters in attendance and no music for atmosphere that I can recall. The east coast Italians must be a tad more sophisticated.😉
You know it’s a classy joint when they roll out the Sinatra records! Gotta love a meal that feeds you a few times!
Are you on a research trip?
I have a presentation at a conference in Sacramento, but I’m researching now, and rolling in some family visits (and a best friend), too.
Work and play rolled into one sounds like a great compromise. Have fun and learn lots!
What’s your presentation about?
Family history blogging!😁