To-Go (South) – Vinnie’s Italian
Vinnie’s Italian, 641 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC, 28804, United States828-253-1077. vinnies-neighborhood-italian-the-original-north-asheville.png. 641 …
April Lauren
Vinnie’s was absolutely amazing — the kind of cozy Italian spot that feels like a hidden gem the second you sit down. The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for a relaxed dinner out.
The food was outstanding. The pasta dish we had was rich, creamy, and full of flavor, cooked perfectly and topped with fresh grated cheese and herbs. And the chicken parmesan was hands-down one of the best I’ve had — crispy, tender chicken with a generous layer of melted cheese and delicious marinara, served with spaghetti that tasted homemade.
Portions were generous, everything came out hot and fresh, and you can tell this place takes pride in their food. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, which made the whole experience even better.
If you’re looking for authentic Italian comfort food with great portions and a welcoming vibe, Vinnie’s is a must. We’ll definitely be back! ❤️
… moreJeanne Johnson
I just went here for the first time this evening, and I’m still reeling from the experience – in the best way possible! First off, this place is ridiculously cute, it’s like stepping into an old-school Italian time capsule. We decided to sit at the bar and started out with an espresso martini and an old-fashioned. Both were crazy delicious. I’m obsessed with Bartender Gregory – he’s the real MVP. He made the experience even better, and it’s so nice to have someone who actually knows their stuff pouring your drinks. The temperature of the martini was absolutely perfect – I mean, it’s not like I’m a martini connoisseur or anything, but I know when it’s done right! We decided on the calamari, which was not disappointing in the least, it was cooked to perfection. We also ordered a Caesar salad, which came out with anchovies on top – my favorite way! The chicken piccata was cooked perfectly, the sauce was absolutely delicious, and of course, we had to finish dinner off with some tiramisu and cannolis, and then a tiramisu cocktail to top it off. I’m so ridiculously happy that I found your place, and I’ll definitely be coming again and again and telling all my friends how wonderfully amazing it was.
… moreAly Johnson
We had a fantastic experience at Vinnie’s! Our waiter, Eric, was awesome—friendly, attentive, and made the night even better. The Italian food was delicious: the penne alla vodka was rich and flavorful, and the shrimp linguine was perfectly cooked and full of taste. Can’t wait to come back!
… moreLee Horner
The food was good. The ambiance and service were very good. We had the arancini to start. Very good with the sauce. I had the chicken marsala. My friend had the eggplant parmesan which she enjoyed. The restaurant was very busy. Josh, the bartender, was great.
… moreLucas
We’ve had Italian from the West Coast to the East Coast – this is definitely worth the stop! I had the chicken parm and my wife had the baked ziti. I was a huge fan of the chicken, it was fantastic! The sauce was a bit acidic, while I prefer hints of sweet sauce instead. We’ll be back next time we’re in the area. I’d like to try the Sunday Gravy next time!
… moreA Kenn
Came to visit our son and daughter-in-law and left with the cannoli! What an amazing evening from the atmosphere, to the service and the food. It felt like home and I’m not even Italian ☺️ The Kennington’s
… moreNancy Santopadre
We had dinner at Vinnie’s after a day at the Biltmore Estates. This restaurant finished our day with a wonderful dinner and fabulous service. The food was outstanding and for dessert I had the best cannoli I ever had, which our server told us he made. The young men that work there are the best.
… moreMitch Mintz
Excellent service, food, atmosphere and portions. Finding a real piece of lasagna away from home is almost impossible. And the tiramisu is massive. The only thing that would’ve made it better is if they had blue cheese dressing or ranch for the salad. The accountant unfortunately will need some antiacids when he sees the check, but he’ll get over it.
… moreKaran Bullard Banks
If you are in search of an overpriced, “fast food” Italian style cuisine, then this is the restaurant for you. Visiting from out of town and looking forward to a top-rated dining experience, our family was sadly disappointed to be served the over-cooked parm-flounder dish, the tasteless chicken parm entree and the pasty penne bolognese pasta. The best part of the meal were the garlic knots and the Caesar salads. Look elsewhere for tasty food and a restaurant that actually lives up to their reputation. And no, we will not be back.
… moreFred B
It’s not bad! But the waiter rushed us out when less than half the tables were filled. I understand if they had people waiting but this place on Tuesday at 5:30 was empty. More importantly why would an Italian eat dinner at 5:30? Damn good question! I guess to avoid the rush?
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