Va Bene
Italian restaurant · Duluth ·
Modern Italian eatery with lake views, creative cocktails & gelato
Modern Italian eatery with lake views, creative cocktails & gelato
"Perched above the Lakewalk on Superior Street, this spot serves modern Italian made from scratch, with multiple places to dine—the open‑air deck, solarium, and an outdoor grotto—and I’d recommend nabbing a reservation." - Jacqueline Kehoe Jacqueline Kehoe Jacqueline Kehoe is an award-winning writer, editor, and photographer. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, Lonely Planet, Afar, Sierra, Backpacker, Thrillist, Midwest Living, and elsewhere. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Va Bene’s enclosed solarium, open-air deck, and outdoor grotto all offer panoramic views of Lake Superior. When the night calls for an old-school Italian dinner, this restaurant’s carbonara, bolognese, and pappardelle e funghi all hit the spot. Pair them all with a generous pour of red wine." - Justine Jones
"It’s hard to beat Va Bene’s lake views, whether from the grotto — a protected but open-air dining space outside — or the glittering solarium, which offers unimpeded views of Lake Superior rain or shine. A menu of thoughtful antipasti, fresh pasta, risotto, and, of course, Italian wine make a meal here feel special without being overly formal. Make a reservation ahead of time." - Eater Staff
"Temporarily closed beginning March 16 in line with other hotel and Strip dining closures aimed at limiting indoor dining during the outbreak." - Susan Stapleton
"This restaurant ceased operations beginning March 16 in line with the resort's COVID-19-related shutdown of selected dining outlets." - Susan Stapleton
