—Victor’s Italian Among the World’s Top Destinations for Wine—

Victor’s Italian Restaurant has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2026 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. “The restaurant industry is rapidly transforming as diners become more selective about when, how and what they drink. As wine drinkers grow more mindful, restaurants are adapting with creative wine programs,” said Marvin R. Shanken, Chairman and CEO, Wine Spectator. “Congratulations to the 4,012 restaurants that earned a Restaurant Award and continue to elevate the wine experience for guests around the world. We raise a glass to your success.”

“Receiving the Best of Award of Excellence continues to be incredibly meaningful for our team,” said Mark Sindicich, co-owner and Certified Sommelier of Victor’s Italian Restaurant. “Our goal has always been to create a wine program that is both approachable and inspiring, introducing guests to new regions, producers, and styles while enhancing the overall dining experience at Victor’s. Through our Somm Series events, continued investment in our cellar, and ongoing staff education, we’ve enjoyed watching our guests’ confidence and curiosity grow alongside our own. It’s rewarding to see our wine program evolve in a way that complements our culinary offerings and keeps guests coming back to discover something new, and we’re honored to have that growth recognized on a national level.”

Launched in 1981, the Restaurant Awards recognize excellence in restaurant wine service across three levels: the Award of Excellence, the Best of Award of Excellence and the Grand Award, with 2,083, 1,830, and 99 winners this year in each respective category.

Victor’s Italian Restaurant has won the Best of Award of Excellence.

Best of Award of Excellence recipients display excellent breadth across multiple winegrowing regions and/or significant vertical depth of top producers, along with superior presentation.

Wine Spectator’s special Restaurant Awards issue is available on newsstands on July 21st.

Follow Wine Spectator on Instagram (@wine_spectator), with hashtag #WSRestaurantAward, and at WineSpectator.com/Restaurants, featuring guides to the winners, interviews with leading wine directors and wine picks, and pairing tips from sommeliers at award-winning programs. In the Restaurant Search, all winners can be searched by name and location, along with attributes including proximity, award level, cuisine, wine specialties and pricing. Winners are also profiled in the free Restaurant Awards app, available for iPhone and iPad users.

About Wine Spectator

Wine Spectator is the world’s leading authority on wine. Anchored by Wine Spectator magazine, a print publication that reaches around 3 million readers worldwide, the brand also encompasses the Web’s most comprehensive wine site (WineSpectator.com), mobile platforms and a series of signature events. Wine Spectator examines the world of wine from the vineyard to the table, exploring wine’s role in contemporary culture and delivering expert reviews. Parent company M. Shanken Communications, Inc., also publishes Cigar Aficionado, Whisky Advocate, Market Watch, Shanken News Daily and Shanken’s Impact Newsletter.

About Victor’s Italian Restaurant

A neighborhood staple since 1984, Victor’s has evolved into a perfect reflection of an Italian Trattoria. Although, the quality of food, thoughtfulness of the service, and the caliber of wines, beers, and cocktails may hint at a more upscale Ristorante, Victor’s remains a cozy local spot that’s perfect for any occasion.

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