Vinny Vanucchi's Little Italy
180 Main Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Hours open
Monday:
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday:
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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About the Business

Vinny Vanucchi's Little Italy is a beloved institution located at 180 Main Street in Dubuque, Iowa. Reminiscent of the original location in Galena, Illinois, this restaurant offers a taste of authentic Italian cuisine in a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere. From the slow-cooking marinara sauce to the checkered tablecloths and exposed brick, every detail transports you to a traditional family trattoria.
Open for lunch and dinner daily, Vinny Vanucchi's offers indoor dining with walk-in or reservation options, as well as outdoor seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Carry-out orders are available for those who prefer to enjoy their favorite Italian dishes at home, and self-catering options are also offered with 24 hours notice.
The menu features made-from-scratch Italian dishes, including appetizers, pastas, entrees, sandwiches, and desserts. Guests can also choose from a selection of wines to complement their meal. For larger gatherings, the restaurant offers group dining options with customizable menu plans.
With a commitment to safety, Vinny Vanucchi's asks guests to follow guidelines to ensure a comfortable dining experience for all. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two or a family celebration, Vinny Vanucchi's Little Italy is the perfect spot to enjoy "A Taste of the Old Neighborhood" in Dubuque, Iowa.
Reviews
"The service and atmosphere were great. The waitress was very kind and helpful but the food was sub-par and arrived at our table lukewarm. The alfredo sauce did not taste fresh or homemade, it was very thick with a glue-like texture. To pay over $25 per plate for such food, we would've been better off to go to the Olive Garden. It's unfortunate, but we likely won't return to the Dubuque Vinny's."
"Great place for dinner with a great staff. Make sure you go down stairs for a drink after dinner."
"July 14th was when we enjoyed a long shared family style dinner of salad, bread, spaghetti and meatballs and penne chicken romano. Plus some wine"
"I was expecting the same type of experience that we have at the Galena location. It was not the same. The toasted ravioli are stuffed with like a jalapeño popper filling, but not listed as such. Very spicy, not expected and extremely fitting for cheap bar food during a Sunday foot all game, not a Mother's Day Sunday dinner appetizer. The chicken marsala came out lukewarm and covered in a gelatinous gravy of sauce. There was maybe 3 capers on my plate. The spaghetti carbonara sauce had the texture and taste of glue. The lasagna was pretty flat, smothered in sauce, and a very small portion My son ordered a burger medium rare and it come out ASHY. Not kidding, it was so overcooked that the outside of it was crumbling off to ash, it was rock hard and disturbingly well done. We did have to send the burger back but then we all sat there waiting for my son to get his food as we all had ours, for 15 minutes. The server never offered anything, she did apologize for the burnt burger but this was my Mother's Day dinner and it was awful. We paid almost $150 for this dinner, for 4 (with 2 appetizers, no alcohol) and I'm still a little upset over that. We love Vinny's, but clearly Galena is the only location for us."
"We found this place by a Google search when visiting from out of town. We wanted to make sure they were open and called ahead and they answered properly and said come on in. She recommended her favorites appetizer ( calamari yum) & was out within five minutes along with a delicious salad and bread that came with our entree. I don’t even think we were there an hour and 10 minutes with a four course meal for four people. The bill was very reasonable and the staff was very friendly. Most definitely will be back and recommend to anyone visiting Dubuque."
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