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Va Bene

4.6(2,898)
Italian Restaurant

About

Va Bene offers modern Italian cuisine with a lakeside setting overlooking Lake Superior, blending fresh pastas, grilled panini, and seafood with creative cocktails and an extensive wine list. The enclosed solarium and open-air grotto provide year-round lake views, ideal for business lunches or client dinners.

The restaurant features multiple dining areas including a private room and sidewalk seating, accommodating groups comfortably in a casual yet polished atmosphere. Reservations are recommended to secure lake-view tables and ensure a seamless event experience.

Best for

  • Client dinners with lake views
  • Small group Italian lunches
  • Private dining for team gatherings

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Lake Superior views from multiple dining areas
Location
Lake Superior views from multiple dining areas
Va Bene offers spectacular vistas of Lake Superior from its enclosed solarium, open-air grotto, and sidewalk seating. These scenic views provide a memorable backdrop for business dinners or client meetings.
Fresh, modern Italian cuisine made from scratch
Food
Fresh, modern Italian cuisine made from scratch
The menu features signature pastas, fresh salads, grilled panini, and seafood entrees prepared with quality ingredients. House-made soups, sauces, breads, gnocchi, and rotating artisan gelato highlight the kitchen's commitment to craftsmanship.
Indoor-outdoor dining with year-round lake views
Atmosphere
Indoor-outdoor dining with year-round lake views
Guests can choose from a casual indoor dining room, a heated enclosed solarium for cooler months, or outdoor seating with heaters for chilly evenings. This flexibility suits a variety of business event needs and group sizes.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 2,898 reviews