Our Story

Our Story

A journey of passion, heritage, and timeless artistry written one plate at a time

Trattoria Tonelli

2012

Following a lifelong passion for Italian cuisine in the suburbs of Chicago, Cindy Tonelli opened her restaurant in Michigan City, Indiana with hopes of sharing her journey and recipes throughout Northwest Indiana

Trattoria Tonelli

2012

Following a lifelong passion for Italian cuisine in the suburbs of Chicago, Cindy Tonelli opened her restaurant in Michigan City, Indiana with hopes of sharing her journey and recipes throughout Northwest Indiana

Taverna Tonelli

2015

With the help of her friend Giuseppe Ferruzza, a chef whose family owned a restaurant in Sicily and also worked at Riccardo's in Chicago, the restaurant quickly outgrew its former location and moved in the Uptown Arts District to expand and grow with their community

Taverna Tonelli

2015

With the help of her friend Giuseppe Ferruzza, a chef whose family owned a restaurant in Sicily and also worked at Riccardo's in Chicago, the restaurant quickly outgrew its former location and moved in the Uptown Arts District to expand and grow with their community

Tavern on Twelve

2025

Today, with the help of chef Luis Moreno, the third rendition of Tonelli's has found a new home which offers an ambient bar area including a spacious patio designed for larger parties and events

Tavern on Twelve

2025

Today, with the help of chef Luis Moreno, the third rendition of Tonelli's has found a new home which offers an ambient bar area including a spacious patio designed for larger parties and events

our restaurant highlights

our restaurant highlights

Timeless Heritage

Signature dishes that evolve with inspiration and culture

Outdoor Entertainment

Summer patio area designed for moonlit memories

Outdoor Entertainment

Summer patio area designed for moonlit memories

Musical Residencies

Evenings enhanced by the timeless charm of live music

Unmatched Experience

Explore the intersection of tradition and community

Unmatched Experience

Explore the intersection of tradition and community

The Architects of Taste

Devoted to perfection meet the hands and hearts behind extraordinary experience.

Cindy Tonelli

Owner, General Manger

Luis Moreno

Head Chef

Rachel Ryba

Bar Manager

Reserve Your Experience

For larger groups or private events, please contact us directly by phone or email to ensure a tailored dining experience

An evening of exquisite taste, quiet luxury

Every Day (Closed Tuesday)

3:00PM - 10:00PM

Address

3103 US-12, Michigan City, IN 46360

Make a Reservation

An evening of exquisite taste, quiet luxury

Every Day (Closed Tuesday)

3:00PM - 10:00PM

Address

3103 US-12, Michigan City, IN 46360

Make a Reservation

An evening of exquisite taste, quiet luxury

Every Day (Closed Tuesday)

3:00PM - 10:00PM

Address

3103 US-12, Michigan City, IN 46360

Make a Reservation