Al Vento

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5001 S 34th Ave (at 50th Street E)
Minneapolis, MN 55417

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(612) 724-3009
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Al Vento - Minneapolis, MN
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Best

This restaurant is wonderful, delicious food, excellent service, a great date night - you can't go wrong here.

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was there on sunday for brunch good times but then it was time to leave. Wow 20 min yes 20 min before we could find our waitress. There were 3 tables that were going to walk out b...

Very disappointing 2/14/2005

If your idea of fine dining is 85 degree room temperatures, being packed into a dining room so tightly that your neighbor may as well be sitting in your lap, and shouting at your date all night, then this is the place for you. If not, try crossing the river to Ristorante Luce in Highland Park. Much, much better restaurant for about the same price. Pros: good wine, decent food Cons: loud, crowded, hot more
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Check out the Maitre d' 12/30/2004

When I stepped into al Vento the other night I was immediatly greeted by the Maitre d' who quoted me a 30 minute wait, but when he realized I was with my elderly father, squeezed me in within five minutes. Our server walked us through several courses and a good Italian wine. The Owner and Chef made an appearence while we were there, shaking hands and thanking patrons. When I commented on the taste of the whole milk mozzerrella, he informed me that it was made fresh daily in house. We were impressed with our server, wowed by our food, and pleasently surprised by the reasonable bill. I will go back often and wish these guys continued success. Pros: professional staff, freshly made food, friendly atmosphere more
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Great addition to the neighborhood! 12/19/2004

I've had dinner here twice. The first time was roughly two weeks after they opened and there was some typical chaos with service (waited forever for a glass of water after being seated, room was very hot) but this was offset by personal attention throughout the rest of the meal. My second visit was marked by exceptional service and an introduction to their amazing desserts. Wine recommendations from staff were wondeful. The restuarant is somewhat small but perfect for a romantic dinner or a quiet night with friends. Decor is modern but elegant. All in all a wonderful addition to the neighborhood! Pros: deserts, romantic, service more
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Welcome new Southern Italian bistro 12/18/2004

Simple, but nice decor. Excellent tasting food, nicely presented. I had the scallops (excellent) and my wife had the chicken parmesan also excellent. We did not have reservations so we sat at the bar. There was plenty of room to eat at the granite/marble topped bar. However, the service was not as good as what we perceived at the dining tables. We had to rush off to the theater, so we did not get any dessert, but we saw someone elses Tiramisu it was huge! Dining room is divided into two parts. I would choose the front dining the back was a bit stuffy. We are anxious to try their patio dining next spring. Wine list was small, but reasonably priced. ? priced bottles of wine on Mondays. Pros: Ambiance, Excellent Food, Wine more
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Editorial

  • In Short
    Local regulars and Twin Cities foodies flock to owner-chef Jonathan Hunt's (formerly of Pane Vino Dolce) new neighborhood spot, which has an inviting atmosphere--a dining room...

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  • Hours: Mon-Thu 4:30pm-10pm Fri-Sat 4:30pm-11pm Sun 10am-2pm, 4:30pm-10pm
  • Payments: Master Card, American Express, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Nokomis, Keewaydin
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