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2021-09-15
The master at work. This is the only place to get Vesuvio pizza. Lucky me.
2021-03-23
We are saying our last goodbye’s to the Junction. 😘
To that effect, we are tying up loose ends:
We have steel free-standing patio fencing for sale.
We also have our trusty dough sheeter for sale.
PM us for pricing.
2021-02-18
Selling our pizza dough sheeter:
$3500
*** Comes attached to stand on casters that allows the sheeter easy mobility and sits at table height, therefore doesn’t take up table space. ***
We used it daily (sometimes twice daily) at Vesuvio Pizzeria to stretch upwards of 250 pieces per load.
The Universe TM-18 is a double pass dough sheeter suitable for a number of different doughs: pizza dough, roti, pita bread, pie crust, coffee cake and more. Rolls dough to a maximum diameter of 18 inches. It has a 3/4 HP motor, so it’s very durable.
- Heavy gauge Steel
- Rollers are in good working order
- Plastic discharge chute
- Stainless steel chute and receiving tray
- Roller bearing position on the outside of machine for easy maintenance
2020-11-25
A U C T I O N
We have placed the contents of Vesuvio for auction online. If you are interested in any tables, cutlery, place settings, stemware, kitchen equipment or utensils, check out the auction website:
http://www.theauctionguy.ca/
Auction closes on Monday December 7
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2020-11-23
**** UPDATE******
With the imposed lockdown restrictions beginning on Monday, we will be unable to go ahead with the sale of Vesuvio memorabilia. We will RESCHEDULE a date for when it is deemed safe to congregate. Continue to be kind and stay safe. 💜
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2020-11-21
**** UPDATE******
We are once again humbled by the genuine expressions of support and love you send our way! We’ve always felt such a sense of family from our community, and love you for it.
With the imposed lockdown restrictions beginning on Monday, we will be unable to go ahead with the sale of Vesuvio memorabilia. We will RESCHEDULE a date for when it is deemed safe to congregate. Continue to be kind and stay safe. 💜
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We at Vesuvio remain amazed and profoundly touched by the continued outpouring of love and support from our loyal community and client base. These positive words have made the last 6 months (which have been the most difficult period of mourning and acceptance), bearable. THANK YOU!!
At this time, we have to say our final farewells. As such, we’ve had a lot of requests from long-time customers about buying Vesuvio memorabilia. To that end, we have some branded items available for sale.
Pizza bags: $15/each
Dining room menus: $5/each
Pizza boxes: $1/each
2020-11-16
**** UPDATE******
We are once again humbled by the genuine expressions of support and love you send our way! We’ve always felt such a sense of family from our community, and love you for it.
With the imposed lockdown restrictions beginning on Monday, we will be unable to go ahead with the sale of Vesuvio memorabilia. We will RESCHEDULE a date for when it is deemed safe to congregate. Continue to be kind and stay safe. 💜
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We at Vesuvio remain amazed and profoundly touched by the continued outpouring of love and support from our loyal community and client base. These positive words have made the last 6 months (which have been the most difficult period of mourning and acceptance), bearable. THANK YOU!!
At this time, we have to say our final farewells. As such, we’ve had a lot of requests from long-time customers about buying Vesuvio memorabilia. To that end, we have some branded items available for sale.
Pizza bags: $15/each
Dining room menus: $5/each
Pizza boxes: $1/each
On Monday November 23, I will be at Vesuvio between 4pm-7pm.
Please drop by to purchase!
2020-04-20
My name is Paola Pugliese. Ettore and Piera are my parents. I am the one who’s been spearheading the operations at Vesuvio (with my aunt Rita - who is co-owner) the last several weeks while my dad has been in isolation at home and most specifically, during the last week since we announced our closure.
The last week has been heart wrenching. The outpouring of emotion from customers and staff has been overwhelmingly touching, and I am grateful to hear kind words in this time of grief and mourning for this business that has been ever-present in my life since birth.
I was the person taking food orders from the people who spent upwards of 4.5 hours in line. I can’t tell you how many people thanked us for feeding them for years, while others congratulated us on a well-deserved retirement, and most touchingly, several people teared up while telling me they were glad to get one last taste of their childhood.
Arriving at Vesuvio and seeing that people had already begun lining up 4 hours before we were able to open our doors was astounding. Our head chef, John, decided to hand out a cup of soup to warm them, and I was so grateful for his heart-felt idea.
Our dining room managers Shane and Nestor came in, unbidden, to help me. I’m sure they needed to be a part of our last few days in order to say goodbye, as much as I needed them.
The City helped us keep everyone safe by blocking off the curb lane outside Vesuvio and set up pylons every 2 meters, so that customers could easily maintain social distance.
We expected to be busy, but we never expected what transpired. The learning curve was dramatic, but every day we figured out how to do it a little bit better. Gauging the amount of supplies we’d need was equally as difficult as actually prepping them once they arrived - just one example: Rob, the manager in the takeout, had to drive out to Hamilton to pick up 2 cases of pepperoni for 8am on Sunday morning.
Last night, after we’d closed the doors to the public, we made the last pizza for my mom and dad. Secretly we drove in a 5-car caravan to their house and delivered the last Vesuvio pizza to their door. We rolled up flashing our high beams and paid our respects to the people who created the best and biggest family anyone could have the honour to be a part of.
The whole experience has been so emotionally charged for me that merely writing this has me in tears. There’s no way I’m ready to speak about it in person.
Spearheading the final days has been a privilege.
Thank you Toronto, for the kindness you’ve always shown us.
Paola
2020-04-20
Thank you, Toronto, for such a memorable send-off. We are overwhelmed with emotion and sincerely appreciate your support and kindness. We want to take this opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate all of our wonderful employees from the past 63 years. Many of whom were with us for years, even decades, and became our extended family. Our thanks to all of you.
To the talented kitchen staff, the engine of our restaurant, for their commitment to quality in preparing our family’s time-honoured recipes.
To the multitasking counter staff for managing the complexities and logistics of takeout & delivery orders.
To the skilled drivers for beating Toronto traffic and delivering orders quickly and efficiently.
To the charismatic dining room wait staff for their friendly front-of-house service and their hustle behind the scenes.
We are grateful to everyone who made Vesuvio such a special place. Grazie mille.
-The Pugliese Family
Address
3010 Dundas Street W
Toronto, ON
M6P1Z3
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious and authentic cuisine, and Vesuvio Pizzeria and Spaghetti House on Dundas Street W in Toronto is no exception. As the first and oldest pizzeria and spaghetti house in Toronto, Vesuvio has been serving the West Toronto area since Italian food was a novelty. Their recipes are always original and of the best quality, ensuring that every dish is bursting with flavor.
What sets Vesuvio apart from other Italian restaurants is their commitment to maintaining their family-owned establishment. This means that they pay close attention to every detail of their authentic Italian cuisine, ensuring that each dish is made with care and precision. From their classic New York style pizza to their mouth-watering spaghetti dishes, everything at Vesuvio is made with love.
Whether you're looking for a cozy spot for a romantic dinner or a fun night out with friends, Vesuvio Pizzeria and Spaghetti House is the perfect choice. With its warm atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food, it's no wonder why this restaurant has been a staple in the West Toronto community for so many years. So if you're craving some authentic Italian cuisine, head over to Vesuvio Pizzeria and Spaghetti House – you won't be disappointed!
