Tufano's Vernon Park Tap

Name: Tufano's Vernon Park Tap
Address: 1073 W Vernon Park Pl, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago, IL, 60607.0, US
Telephone: +1 312-733-3393
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

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About

Tufano's Vernon Park Tap — among the best italian in Near West Side. Walk in and you know immediately: this place is real. Rooted in technique and tradition throughout. Cash only.

Experience Breakdown

🍴Food

5.0

👥Service

5.0

✨Ambiance

4.8

💬Sentiment

4.7

Jennifer

627 reviews

Highlights

CozyOld SchoolFamily FriendlyOutdoor DiningQuick BiteInstagram WorthyCash OnlyHuge PortionsNeighborhood InstitutionFamily Run

What Diners Are Saying

Diners loved

Patio/outdoor seatingAuthentic flavors

Some noted

Cash only

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Location

1073 W Vernon Park Pl, Chicago, IL 60607

What 1,447+ diners say about Tufano's Vernon Park Tap

1/25 - Based on the crowd, it's a local favorite. I had the sausage and peppers (*****) wife had the shrimp Alfredo (****). Buy the bottle when it comes to wine. CASH ONLY - Valet parking.

“This place was sooo yummy.”

This place was sooo yummy. I actually loved this place so much. The fettuccine Alfredo was so good paired with the bread they gave you. I’m so mad that I haven’t gone here again. To be fair if I could I’d be eating here all the time. Everything about this place was a 10/10. I had the best time with my friends as well best place to have a nice calm dinner.

Jackie E

Nov 2025

“Yummy. straight forward Italian, not great, but good enough. Went with a friend for her birthday....”

Yummy. straight forward Italian, not great, but good enough. Went with a friend for her birthday. Really pretty patio and its cash only.

Antonia Asimis

Sep 2025

“Tufano’s is a great family restaurant.”

Tufano’s is a great family restaurant! The food was all delicious and came in generous portions. The restaurant itself is historic and in a good spot on the edge of Little Italy.

Zane Maguet

Aug 2025

“Very good chicken parmigiana will strongly recommend.”

Very good chicken parmigiana will strongly recommend. The service was great!

Pablo Flores

Aug 2025

“Heads up: this place doesn't currently have an ATM, but they do accept cash or Zelle.”

Heads up: this place doesn't currently have an ATM, but they do accept cash or Zelle. That said, it's definitely worth a visit! The portion sizes are huge, and you'll almost certainly leave with leftovers. They offer a good selection of veggie options, and if you're unsure about anything, I'd recommend asking the server. Ours was super nice, very attentive, and checked on us frequently. The desserts were also a highlight! The tiramisu was especially delicious, not too sweet and perfectly moist. I'd definitely recommend this place to others. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outside, and their patio in the summer is absolutely lovely with plants and a fountain that really adds to the ambiance.

Jennifer

Jul 2025

“Celebrated family birthday.”

Celebrated family birthday. Impeccable service ~ and let's us enjoy the moment at our pace. And ~ the menu is comprehensive and flexible on dish preparation. Authentic and tasty.

Stan Dubrunski

Jul 2025

“Absolutely delicious.”

Absolutely delicious! I have had Tufanos before for carry out but this was my first time dinning in. We came here for a date night. The food service and drinks were fantastic. I had the Moscato, Auntie Jo's Farfalle, homemade bread, and chicken vegetable soup. The pasta was one of my favorite pastas I’ve had! The bread was warm and fresh. Our server was phenomenal and super friendly. We are definitely coming here again 🤍

Sylv Parra

Jun 2025

“OLD SCHOOL-Yummy Red Sauce joint.”

OLD SCHOOL-Yummy Red Sauce joint. Great food, staff and service. They make you feel like you’re a local. Save room for a cannoli!

Ralph Alswang

Jun 2025

“This is a place that we did not research before coming to visit Chicago.”

This is a place that we did not research before coming to visit Chicago. But, happened upon it during our travel. It was our favorite meal of the trip, and we ate there twice! They have valet parking out front if you like, but we easily found street parking in that area as well. The pasta was amazing as were the mussels! I will definitely plan to eat here again during my next trip.

Ramona Carter

May 2025

“I've been here a couple times and I have enjoyed my meals every time, had attentive and nice staff,...”

I've been here a couple times and I have enjoyed my meals every time, had attentive and nice staff, and no cash is never a problem with an ATM on-site. Both the outside patio and indoor dining experience are wonderful. The chicken picante with pine nuts is by far my favorite so definitely recommend! I love bread and butter and you get it at no extra cost upon seating. I wish they had more non-alcoholic and non soda beverages besides tea and coffee but the food is good. Only item I've not loved is the bruschetta because it had a strong tomato taste over the rest of the ingredients in it. Update: No longer have an ATM

Nayeli Barajas

Apr 2025

“Old school Italian place perfect for a pre Blackhawks game dinner.”

Old school Italian place perfect for a pre Blackhawks game dinner. Free valet is very convenient and easy to get in and out. The food is great along with the drinks (wine!) and the vibe is super mellow, traditional Chicago type joint. It’s not dressy, definitely a way more casual environment and family friendly.