Finelli's Italian Villa has many amenities that make it one of the unique fine dining experiences in the Central Pennsylvania Region.  Each of items listed below combine to create a unique dining experience that will not soon be forgotten.

Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRoNA) is a non-profit organization of restaurateurs who, by recognizing excellence in their field, seek to raise industry standards and promote distinguished dining throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Finelli's Italian Villa is a proud recipient of the Restaurant & Hospitality Rating Bureau's International Award of Excellence 

Winner of Wine Spectator's prestigious "Award of Excellence"!

The Golden Spike award, considered the key to the city,  presented by the Mayor of the City of Altoona at the League of Cities Diner held at Finelli's Italian villa in 1998. 

Central Pennsylvania's only Golden Fork Award recipient.  This  award of distinction is presented by the Gourmet Diners Society of North America.  The Golden Fork recognizes restaurants that excel in consistency of quality in food preparation, service and hospitality.  These three factors are considered vital to an enjoyable dining experience.