We've been twice since they opened for the season. Both times had great service. Great shaved ice. Great Italian beef. Great fries. This will be our summer staple! read more

Gelato and Italian ice are the best! Great family run spot. Highly recommend. We look forward to them opening every Spring!

Food was absolutely delicious. Met the owner, Vinny he was kind, generous and welcoming! As well as his staff!! Will be coming back again very soon! read more

Phenomenal food, been in wicker for two years and mad at myself for never trying vinnyds. The beef was juicy with a lot of flavor, the homemade giardiniera is the real deal. It's sweet like pasta salad but still has the kick of a traditional hot. The Chicago hot dog was a very full, traditional style dog, amazing. Vinny and his wife were very nice and welcoming , will for sure be returning customers ! My new go to over choppers and the hat read more

VinnyD's - Vienna Chicago Style Hot Dog - Gelato Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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So I walk down Division Street often, but somehow never noticed this spot. Ended up going in one Sunday afternoon to grab a hot dog. It was exceptionally clean inside, and the people who were working there were all v friendly and welcoming. They have a huge array of different kinds of gelato and they were more than happy to let us sample a few flavors even though we didn't even end up getting any gelato. My chicago style dog and curly fries were on point. This place is great, and I WILL be back. read more

Awesome staff! They always give my dog a pup cup and everyone is soooo nice there. Good savory food but their ice cream and gelato are awesome. Great shakes that are nicely sized. read more

I was walking in the street and I found VinnyD's. It was actually my first time and I just pick their Italian cookie gelato and their Italian beef with spicy homemade giardinara. The staff was polite and friendly they greet every customer with smiles. My order was ready in a quick. The sandwich is hot and freshly cooked. The gelato has a nice portion. I enjoyed the food while seating in their patio and watching the street. The sandwich is delicious the beef is cooked properly and it has a very nice flavor. The gelato is good too but it was not enough for me that I can't stop myself to buy another. It was such a great place. Good food, good people and has authentic Italian foods. Will be back soon! read more

Been to this place a few times now and I think it's going to be an institution in the neighborhood. The Italian beef and homemade giardiniera is fantastic. Fresh Turano bread and very flavorful au jus ... top notch Italian beef (and I eat a lot of Italian beef). I've had the Chicago dog as well and it's spot on. Great, crisp fries and fresh bread. They have 20 some gelato flavors, soft serve, meatballs, Italian sausage ... they got it all. Vincent is a great dude and his son (Vinnie) is awesome, too. This is a classy, clean, comfortable family place run by real deal cool folks. Support the neighborhood and pay Vinnie D's a visit! read more

We stopped here for a quick hot dog the other weekend and ordered through the walk up window. The young gentleman who took our order was extremely friendly and passionate about their gelato, encouraging us to grab samples on our way out. We split a traditional Chicago dog (just needed a snack - we were getting hangry), and it was great. The gelato was super tasty too. The place is really clean and I honestly couldn't stop talking about how friendly their staff was! Nice spot to stop for a quick bite or a sweet treat. read more

VinnyD's - Outdoor menu - Gelato Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Went here to try their Italian beef and waffle fries. I'd say it's pretty good. Staff are nice, especially the owner. Friendly and welcoming. When I went here, TJ was the cashier, this young man is a future entrepreneur, he knows how to handle customers. I literally forgot my wallet in the car, he was good enough to allowed me to come back, not knowing if am coming back or not. Lol! He also let me try their homemade giardiniera. Man it was good. Also tried samples of their gelato... All in all I'll come back to give them more business... read more

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Love this place. We were black dog gelato fans but needed to find a new place when black dog is closed in the winter months. Tried VinnyDs and now it's are go to no matter the time of year. Italian ice and shaved ice are amazing. read more

I went here to taste the best gelato of VinnyD's. My friend says that this place has the best gelato that he eat so far. I wanna taste their different kinds of gelato. I ordered Italian cookie gelato. Italian cookie gelato was so yummy. The sweetness of it was perfect for my taste. Its cold and soft that can make my mouth watering. Then I ordered Italian ice gelato. The ice was crushed perfectly that can make it soft to eat. They have a different flavor of ice gelato. I choose a strawberry flavor for my ice. To be paired with my gelato I ordered Italian beef. It came up with a freshly cooked beef with a freshly different kinds of veggies. When you order it it have a pickles, and I request to the staff that removed the pickles in my Italian beef because I dont like pickles. My friend is true that they have the best gelato in Chicago read more

Owner was very friendly and made the ice cream himself with the machine just behind him. I got Jameson and Italian cookie flavored ice cream. It's good individually but the cookie totally over powered the Jameson flavored ice cream once they melted abit. read more

VinnyD's - Gelato Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I ordered a small size gelato and the person there gave me a medium size I thought he was being nice until I realized he charged me for a medium size, I didn't complain about it, I even tipped him despite the service wasn't good. I thought it was an innocent mistake but my friend told me same happened to her. I don't think this is honest from them, and I also was disappointed on the quality of the gelato, overpriced and too sugary. A little bit of honesty and kindness wouldn't hurt your business. read more

Best damn Italian Beef Sandwich I've had in Chicago! Mozzarella, giardiniera, light au jus! Perfection! Oh yeah, the service was stellar too... but that sandwich tho!! read more

Read the reviews and have to agree, one of the better beef sandwiches in town. Great gardieneria and the flavor of the gravy is rich and beefy. The employees were very friendly and seemed proud of their place. If you are looking for a tasty beef sandwich in Bucktown, give them a try! read more

I heard about the great beef sandwich from a friend. Made the trip from the suburbs.... we were not disappointed!!! Meat and great flavor, not overcooked, the bread was light and airy, and to top it off they make their own giardiniera!!! Dont hesistate try one. We will be back ! read more

Went there last night to get some Italian ice. I ordered a medium Watermelon and a medium Kiwi Strawberry. Paid around $11 and change. Walked away from window to the car. After two spoonfuls we both realized it wasn't real homemade Italian ice. It has freezer burn and was all sorts of gooey. Simply disgusting and so disappointed. We both through them in the garbage. So sad and what a waste of $11. I thought I would try them out. Now I know to stick to SCATCHELL'S located on Cermak Rd just east of Cicero Ave read more

Vinny runs an awesome little shop here. I am a self proclaimed connoisseur of ice cream and gelato and would say he does a phenomenal job. I got two flavors - coconut and a salted caramel - and I was completely satisfied. It reminded me of when I was in Aviano, Italy. I didn't get any other food here but would come back. Prices are decent too, and Vinny himself is a delightful person. I wish I could give 6 stars. read more

My husband and I walked there last week and all I've thought about since is having another spinny Vinny! My husband got the shaved ice which was also delicious. The owner was super helpful and friendly, we will definitely be back! read more

Awesome Italian Beef sandwich, fries, and a drink for just $8.99. Probably dangerous that this place is so close to my house! Nice guys working there, too. read more

Best Italian beef in Chicago!! The customer service is always exceptional and the owner Vinny is awesome. He cares about his customers and always delivers quality. Can't wait to go back!! read more

Nice folks. No attitude. I only tried the shaved ice which they are famous for. It was tasty. I would go back. They even had a special shaved ice for my dog. How cool!!! read more

VinnyD's - Shaved ice in watermelon flavor. Righteous. - Gelato Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great dog, great customer service. We're going back tomorrow for the homemade Giardiniera, delicious.

This place is a neighborhood gem. With very little fast casual options on Division, Vinny D's is a much needed place. It's great to grab something quick to eat or something sweet. I love that they have so many frozen dessert options: soft serve, gelato, Italian ice, sno cones, and milkshakes! They have delicious "Vinny Spinnies" which are soft serve blended with a topping. These are my favorite along with the milkshakes. The Italian beef is also incredible. They also are so accommodating to dogs and give my dog something whenever we're there. The staff and owners are so nice and welcoming. We love this place. read more

VinnyD's - Walk up window! - Gelato Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Got the gelato only and it was very good and they have a huge serving. Seems like everyone that works here is super nice. and friendly and happy which is nice to see. Will need to go back and try some of the regular food as well. read more

Tried for the first time today and the beef sandwich was waaaaay better than The Hat's or Chopper's and the best I've found in WP. Their homemade giardiniera is amazing. The staff was so friendly and welcoming! I will definitely be a returning customer. read more

My Boyfriend and I have been waiting the arrival of Vinny D's since they put up their "coming soon" a year or so ago. We went Saturday and Tuesday ( it's that good!) Anyways, the beef, Chicago dog and the Vinnys Spinnys ( basically their version of a blizzard) were all delicious! Maybe the best Italian beef I've had in the city. The homemade giardiniera was amazing, really kicked the sandwich up a notch. My boyfriend said Vinny was very friendly and welcoming as well! If you're in the mood for ice cream or a beef definitely try VinnyD's or! read more

I had an issue with some food and I had for it replaced and it was less than satisfactory. After expressing my concern the owner reached out to me personally by phone and I have to say I went from 1 star to 5 stars just for kindness and amazing customer service I received from her. 10/10 stars Even though my first experience wasn't that great they have 100% channeled how I felt about the whole experience! Will definitely return. read more

5 stars isn't enough. This places beefs are better than portillos. They have shaved ice which is extremely rare in chicago and the atmosphere is amazing. This place is dog friendly and a hidden gem read more

The owners are so excited to serve you the best beef in town with their homemade gardianara. The beef sanny was outstanding and they have gelato, Italian ice, shaved ice and soft serve. I could honestly eat here twice a week for the rest of my life and die happy. read more

This place is so wonderful they have the greatest customer service ever when you come in here they make you feel like you are part of their family they are very pet friendly and it is so cute to see someone bring their pets to the window to get a treat I highly recommend this place did you light it was great the food is great the Italian ice is great and they have multiple flavors keep up the good work my friend read more

We stopped in for shaved ice and the owner was incredibly friendly and made each of my kids a shaved ice that was the size of their head. Amazing service and quality, delicious shaved ices. Recommended and will definitely return because the owner clearly cares about his business and his customers. read more

This place is great. Everything I've ordered here has been delicious and the owner could not be any nicer. If you're ever craving a good old pizza puff, this is the place. read more

We found VinnyD's last summer mainly for the authentic Hawaiian shave ice. While in Chicago again this year, we went back twice. The Italian Beef is excellent and the gelato is to die for. Vinny is friendly and runs a great little restaurant. We highly recommend making this a stop for lunch or desert. I haven't found shave ice this good outside of Hawaii. The neighborhood is great to walk around in as well. read more

A friend of mine recommended this place to me for its gelato. And while I was highly sceptical to see what looked like a common, hole-in-the-wall fast food joint at first, those thoughts were quickly blown away by the sample taste of their Italian cookie gelato specialty. Since then, I've tried several other items from their menu, all ranging from good to mouth-craving delicious; with their Italian beef with hot peppers & pizza puff being among my favorites. This quaint little restaurant deserves all the positive reviews it's been receiving. And it's a great place to stop by if you're looking for so good ol' fashion American take-out. read more

Wow this place is yummy ! We were lucky enough to be here and met Vinny personally awesome personality great guy and yummy gelato Try the graham central station or the Italian cookie flavors read more

We've been to VinnyD's twice since they opened and both experiences have been great. The owners are awesome and super friendly. Division Street needed a place like this. The outdoor patio is nice and the best part is there is a walk up window so you can bring your dog and not have to go inside. Last time we went the owner gave our pup a free sample of ice cream. And the Cheddar Italian beef is !! Will definitely be frequenting VinnyD's this summer. read more

VinnyD's - Atlas loving some ice cream on the patio thanks to the owner! - Gelato Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Chicago style hot dog with all the toppings is so good and tasty and it was just 4.25$

I came in from out of town. The owner is super nice, he upgraded our fry order for free--twice! The Chicago dog is really good. One of the best dogs I've ever had. If you're in the area, definitely check it out. Reasonably priced too. read more