From the moment diners walk in the front door of Bacio in Minnetonka, they are immersed in a Mediterranean environment. Bacio is most definitely an Italian restaurant—from the architecture to the food to the servers.

The combination of stone arches, skylights and a dimly lit dining room at this modernly rustic diner near Ridgedale Mall creates a great mood and sets the table for whatever meal is to come.

The food itself comes in wide varieties and is sure to have something for even the most discerning palates.

Casual diners can munch on pizzas or traditional Italian-American dishes like spaghetti and lasagna, while those who are looking for something different won’t be disappointed with the linguini, tortiglioni, or risotto.

Most of the entrees are served for $10-20 while starters and salads are around $10.

Bacio—located at 1571 Plymouth Road—is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for brunch and from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner.

Visit the website for more information.