| 1443 42nd Street S Fargo, North Dakota 58103 701-281-0071 |
History of Valentino's of Fargo
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| Jim and Diana Fleming opened Valentino's Ristorante in Fargo on November 4, 1984, and the two have a combined 70 years food service experience. When Valentino's opened, there was no road between Valentino's and what is now Buffalo Wild Wings, and the only other businesses in the area were Target and West Acres Shopping Center. Behind Valentino's lay a farm field that stretched as far as the eye can see (45th street didn't exist). Valentino's niche has changed through the years. After catering to Fargo's elite diners as one of the area's only Italian restaurants, Valentino's has changed its focus to family Italian dining, catering and buffet service. While several sophisticated ethnic eateries have opened in Fargo, Valentino's unique flavors and selection have enabled it to thrive amidst the corporate mega-chains that surround it. Jim and Di put both their children through school in Fargo and are now empty-nesters. Although their boys attended Shanley, Jim and Di find their loyalties divided among the many schools from which long-time employees and customers have graduated. The family enjoys golf, horseback riding and community events. |