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Vescio's Originale
In 1956, Frank T. Vescio and his wife, Charlotte, founded Vescio"s Originale in Dinkytown on the U of M campus. Frank, a second generation Italian from the southern Calabria region in Italy, spent many years with his mother, Teresa, (Liz) Vescio, cooking and creating in the kitchen. The Vescio's love of family, authentic Italian cooking and tradition is still with us today as third, fourth and fifth generations of Vescios are carrying on the dreams and values of Frank T. Vescio.
We hope you enjoy with gusto our family recipes for Italian sausage, meatballs, braciole, sauces, dressings and pastas. We hand prepare our dishes which contain the freshest ingredients.
Vescio's Originale features homemade Italian dishes in a casual atmosphere. Our full menu is available for take-out as well as personalized catering services. Reservations are accepted.
Treasure your family, honor your heritage and savor your meal.
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16 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 16 reviews
5 stars
(10)
4 stars
(4)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(10)
- good for groups(6)
- special occasion(5)
- fit for foodies(4)
- great for lunch(4)
- kid-friendly(4)
Vescio's Originale Reviews List
Review 1 for Vescio's Originale
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My family has traditionally dined at Vescio's when we have special events around the U of M area for years. The food is always DELICIOUS, the service is timely and friendly, and the atmosphere is intimate and quaint. I highly recommend!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Vescio's Originale
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Italian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been going to Vescio's for 30+ years and are never disappointed! The antipasto salad is the best ever and the portion for one serves 2-4. Our other favorite is baked rigatoni with meatballs....wonderful red sauce and the meatballs are huge. And, the bread is always warm and fresh."
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Vescio's Originale
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food at a reasonable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food at a reasonable price with great service."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 4 for Vescio's Originale
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Authentic Calabrian
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This looks like a random, nondescript "diner," but don't let appearances fool you. The food is authentic. My best possible compliment I can give is that the pasta and sauce tastes just like my Italian grandmother's food, and she was also from Calabria. Ahhhh...."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Vescio's Originale
Based on the average of (12) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate