New Italian Restaurant A Tavola By Mancini Opens in Downtown Glen Ellyn

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A Tavola by Mancini, a new Italian restaurant in downtown Glen Ellyn, Illinois, opened its doors on February 10, 2026. The restaurant features beloved family recipes from owner Gina Mancini's Italian immigrant upbringing, enhanced by Chef Enzo Cullotta. The menu includes dishes like orecchiette con salsiccia e rapini and tortellini di Enzo, as well as an extensive list of imported wines.

Why it matters

The opening of A Tavola by Mancini brings a new authentic Italian dining option to the downtown Glen Ellyn area, catering to the community's interest in local, family-owned restaurants that offer a taste of traditional Italian cuisine.

The details

A Tavola by Mancini draws inspiration from owner Gina Mancini's childhood, with her mother's homemade Italian dishes and the phrase "Bimbi, venite a tavola!" ("Children, come to the table!") serving as the foundation for the restaurant's concept. Chef Enzo Cullotta has enhanced these family recipes to create the menu, which features dishes like orecchiette con salsiccia e rapini and tortellini di Enzo.

• A Tavola by Mancini opened on February 10, 2026.
• The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday from 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

What’s next

The restaurant is expected to continue serving its authentic Italian cuisine to the Glen Ellyn community, with plans to potentially expand its hours or offerings in the future.