Tufano's Vernon Park Tap
3.8
from - Neighborhood: Little Italy/University Village
- 1073 W. Vernon Park Pl.
- Chicago, IL 60607
- 312-733-3393
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
This popular family-run (and cash-only) restaurant at the eastern edge of Little Italy near the United Center has attracted a lot of neighborhood regulars (as well as celebrities and politicians) in the 60-plus years it has been here; check out the wall full of photos from such visitors as Dolly Parton, Dan Marino and Tommy Lasorda. Most-ordered dishes include eggplant parmesan, veal piccante and shells with broccoli. If you're looking to bring in the whole crew, ask about family-style options.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Racine and Harrison.
- Parking:
- Valet. Valet Parking: $4
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 60-Blue Island/26th, 7-Harrison. Blue Line Train: UIC/Halsted.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday; 4-11 p.m. Saturday; 3-9 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday.
- Cuisine:
- Italian
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15). Pasta dishes start at $6.
- Reservations:
- Accepted. For parties of 10 or more; not needed for smaller groups
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- ATM:
- Yes
- Payment Methods:
- Cash
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 100
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"NYC Dweller Falls in Love"
By yankees28 from East Village, November 10, 2009
Tufano's is what Mulberry St in NYC used to be - good, consistent, southern Italian dishes with fresh ingredients and a family atmosphere. Joey an...
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"Best Italian Food in Chicagoland"
By Kelf4 from Northwest IN, October 3, 2009
Without a doubt THE BEST Italian food in Chicagoland!! Our family has been eating at Tufano's for over 30 years and are about to take a drive ther...
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"Our first outing.........................."
By kchazinski from plainfield, August 4, 2009
Tufano's is the place to go. We have been going there for 3 years and they feel like our extended family. Long story short....my Father was on a sp...
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