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Vinnie's Neighborhood Italian

641 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804-3541
828-253-1077
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Ranked #24 of 391 restaurants in Asheville
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Good for: Child-friendly, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Description: Formerly the Award Winning Savoy now Vinnie's. Same owner, same attention to details, quality of food and service.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

My husband and I found this restaurant through Tripadvisor, all the excellent ratings are on the money! We had shrimp scampi, ravioli, linguini w/ shrimp in white sauce, hubby had grandmas Sunday spaghetti, specialty drinks Italian mimosa and strawberry sparkling martini, huge piece of chocolate cake for dessert was homemade, cappuccino very good. Everything :::bold, underline::: was incredible!!!!!!

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Cape Canaveral, Florida
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I admit that sometimes its crowded, and we've had to wait up to 45 minutes to be seated, but the wait was always worth it !! They would bring around samples of food to help ease the hunger pains until your name was called. Once seated, the staff go out of their way to give great service. It is a... More

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See 9 more reviews by FussyTraveler32920 for Asheville
Asheville, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We love going to have dinner at Vinnie's. It is really a fun place to eat great food. The Staff treats you as friendly family as soon as you walk in the door! I have eaten there with family and friends. But even when I am alone, I sit at the Bar, have a delicious drink and a wonderful dinner... More

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Delray Beach, Florida
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Vinnie's announced soft shell crabs were on the menu until gone. We went for dinner the next night and number one the crabs were no more and two there was a half hour plus wait. I do not wait a half hour for anything. Sorry. I wish they would take reservations because when we did get in last year the... More

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Ellicott City, MD
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70 reviews 70 reviews
41 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

The staff at this restaurant is the nicest and most friendly we've come across in a long time. They have great team work. Our waiter, David, was especially charismatic. The menu had quite a variety of entrees. The atmosphere was pleasant and comfortable, and we enjoyed our dinner and dessert. You could tell it was a favorite place for the... More

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Hartford, Connecticut
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25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Upbeat staff, quick service, and delicious food. The pesto pizzetti and the pasta special with sausage and broccoli in a strawberry-white wine-cream sauce were particularly outstanding.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

First time diners-our anniversary. Excellent service with a smile. Soiled dishes whisked away immediately, but we never felt rushed. Everything made on site. Great bread (2 types) in basket, infused olive oil & balsamic vinegar for dipping. Salads just right. Fresh ingredients-not drenched in dressing. Loved the eggplant parmigiana-just right-not too oily, nor too cheesy. Our charismatic server offered us... More

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Asheville, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Food is good and we like the atmosphere, but what will make us come back is the service from our server tonight. His name is David Jones. David is by far the most engaging, enthusiastic server we have had the pleasure to dine under in Asheville. Thanks, David!!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

The welcoming at Vinnies when you walk in immediately makes you feel at home. The wine list is great, interesting and delicious drinks made in house, and the desserts...yum. It's a smaller restaurant that has a very homey feel. David was our server, who was full of energy and a pleasure to be around. The zucchini rolls stuffed with crab... More

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asheville, n.c.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

We have been to Vinnie's many times and always order the same thing -- lasagna and separate salads. Fabulous bread--the best in town with a great wine list to boot. Our friends and family have ordered many other dishes-- always awesome. The staff is so positive and efficient-- Just a dependably wonderful experience for a fun and delicious evening. Go... More

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