Vincenzo's Ristorante

Vincenzo's Ristorante describes itself as locally owned and operated, with a focus on service and homemade Italian cooking. The Omaha restaurant is at 15701 Pacific Street, and a sister restaurant operates in Lincoln. The website does not name the owners or give a founding year, so the history is told through its long list of local recognition.

The dining room has white tablecloths and low lighting, the kind of setting for a date night, an anniversary or a family celebration. Group and family-style meals are offered, which suits larger parties. A happy hour runs from 4 to 6 pm daily in the dining room and bar, available for dine-in only.

The menu leans on classic Italian-American dishes. Our earlier notes list veal parmigiana, baked lasagna, linguine tutto mare and a filet mignon with gorgonzola, along with hand-cut steaks. The menu itself is posted as images, with separate lunch, dinner and happy hour versions, so check the site for current items and prices.

Vincenzo's is a good pick for travelers who want a traditional sit-down Italian dinner with attentive service. The restaurant says it won Best of Omaha from Omaha Magazine from 2006 through 2017. Reservations are handled through an online Find a Table widget on the homepage, and calling is a fine alternative.

What to order

• Veal parmigiana
• Baked lasagna
• Linguine tutto mare
• Filet mignon with gorgonzola

View the full menu Opens Vincenzo's Ristorante’s official menu

Good to know

• Happy hour daily 4-6 pm, dine-in only
• Group and family-style meals available
• Separate lunch, dinner and happy hour menus
• Online reservation widget on the homepage

Recognition

• Best of Omaha, Omaha Magazine, 2006-2017 (as stated by the restaurant)