The Italian American Club of Southern Nevada is a non-profit social club that remains the hub of Italian American community in Las Vegas for more than 64 years. Our restaurant, with three dining rooms and a bar, is open Wednesday through Sunday from 5:00 p.m.
The IAC of Southern Nevada (in Las Vegas) is a one-of-a-kind place. You never know who may join us, as many well-known celebrities call our club home. We always have something going on: LoungeMusic, Banquets, and Bocce Tournaments at our professional Bocce Ball Courts.
Host Ben Spano... In a well-run restaurant you may never know that a host ever exists. Ben is there to ensure that the connection between kitchen and dining room runs smoothly. Ben Spano is the first person you will see when you walk in the door, and often when reservations are made as well.
Whether you're out for a romantic evening,.. Read More >>>
Whether you're out for a romantic evening, celebrating with a reception or hosting a corporate dinner, dinner, the attentive Italian American Club’s (IAC) staff will cater to your every need. Some people come for a special event, an intimate dinner for two, or a gathering of family and friends, but all return for our Italian cuisine prepared by award winning chefs, live music, soft lights, and fond memories. Join us for dinner or a drink and experience the flavor of Old Italian back-home, along with our extensive fine wine list.
Your want old school? The IAC is old school, right down to the formally dressed waiters with New York accents. The lounge music provides a taste of the Rat Pack Era, the menu a delicious blend of old and new. And the best part is the you don't have to be connedted to dine there!!
Cocktails - Great Food - Lounge Music!! - Who could ask for anything more?? Our attention to the safety and well-being of our valued customers, friends, employees, and community is one of our core values and our highest priority. We have always maintained the highest standards for cleaning and sanitizing our restaurant as part of our daily protocol.
SAVE THE DATE! 2025 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS CEREMONY
Saturday, June 28, 2025
TOMMY CAPRIO – AWARD-WINNING PRODUCER AND STORYTELLER...
Tommy Caprio is an Emmy and NAACP Image Award-winning television producer whose dynamic career spans over two decades and both coasts.
A proud New Jersey-born Italian American, Tommy credits his heritage for instilling in him a deep love of storytelling, loyalty, and a strong sense of community—values that have guided his professional journey from the very beginning. Read More >>> His path began with a humble internship at a small PBS station, where he first learned the craft of making television. That experience led to his first industry break as a production assistant on a hit show. Fueled by determination and a dream, Tommy took a leap of faith and moved to Los Angeles sight unseen—setting the stage for a remarkable career in television and live event production.
From network specials and nationally televised political conventions to comedy series and public television, Tommy has produced content for major outlets including PBS, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Viacom, and C-SPAN. He has worked alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, producing programming that spans politics, entertainment, comedy, and cultural storytelling.
Now based in Las Vegas, Tommy serves as Executive Producer of Vegas All In, a PBS series that shines a spotlight on the people, places, and institutions that make Las Vegas a world-class city. The show offers a rare and authentic perspective on life beyond the Strip, with a focus on the people who truly make the city special. This season, Vegas All In is proud to feature a segment about the Italian American Club of Southern Nevada. The series has earned Tommy and his team two recent Emmy nominations from the Pacific Southwest Chapter, with winners to be announced on June 21.
Tommy remains committed to telling stories with heart, humor, and purpose. Whether highlighting icons or unsung heroes, his work celebrates what makes people and places truly exceptional.
We are honored to welcome Tommy Caprio as a speaker at the Italian American Club of Southern Nevada—a full-circle moment for someone whose roots run deep in Italian American culture.
Vegas All In Bio on its own: Vegas All In is an original PBS series that shines a spotlight on the people, places, and cultural institutions that make Las Vegas a world-class city. From legendary entertainers to local heroes, historic landmarks to hidden gems, the show offers an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at the real Vegas—beyond the Strip. Produced in Las Vegas and airing on PBS stations, Vegas All In blends heart, history, and hometown pride in every episode.
Experience the Magic of Vegas All In on PBS Vegas All In is a vibrant, original PBS series that goes beyond the Strip to spotlight the people, places, and institutions that make Las Vegas a world-class city. From legendary performers and iconic venues to grassroots stories and hidden gems, each episode captures the heart, history, and spirit of the community with cinematic flair and storytelling depth. The show is produced in Las Vegas and airs locally on Vegas PBS and select stations around the country. Also, available on YouTube for the national audience.
At this month’s meeting, attendees will get a special first look at the Vegas All In segment dedicated to the Italian American Club of Southern Nevada. This exclusive feature explores the club’s star-studded history, rich traditions, and lasting impact on the community. From its Rat Pack-era roots to its current status as a culinary and cultural landmark, the segment celebrates the soul of Italian-American heritage in Las Vegas.
Guided by club president Angelo Cassaro and featuring musical performances and classic the segment is both nostalgic and forward-looking. It’s a true taste of old-school Vegas charm.
This special screening is just one half of the Vegas All In episode premiering on June 9 at 10 PM on Vegas PBS, with multiple re-airings throughout the week and year. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate your club’s legacy—on screen and in the spotlight.
PRESIDENT ANGELO MESSAGE... Read More >>>
Ciao a tutti,
I realize summer hasn’t officially started; however, to me, it feels like it has, possibly because we’ve already had some summer-like temperatures, but also because we don’t have a May membership meeting.
What is happening, though? By the time you read this, we will have enjoyed our annual IAC Spring Golf tournament. I won’t attempt to predict the winners, but I am quite confident it will not be my team. Thank you to Terry Mayfield for another great tournament. He works hard to organize the event and somehow presents so many great prizes for the winners, including raffle winners.
Next, thanks to all the volunteers who participated in our annual Nevada Special Olympics Bocce Tournament. Thanks to our IAC bocce team members who officiated the tournament. The athletes and their families love our hospitality, especially our spaghetti and meatballs. We love hosting this annual event for many years now and hopefully for many years to come.
Our annual Spring Backyard BBQ picnic will be on May 10. The picnic starts at 6 pm. The cost is $20.00 for members and $30.00 for guests (non-members). Kids under 12 are free. *Guests must be accompanied by a member. Not open to the general public.RSVP is a MUST by May 1.
Our Scholarship committee, Tony Ricevuto, Nick Montana, and Kevin Boyle, have been hard at work reviewing and scoring all the applications for this year’s scholarship awards luncheon on June 28. Reservations information will be in next month’s newsletter, however, If you would like to donate to this worthy cause, please let me know through our rsvp@iacvegas.com address. Donations are tax-exempt.
Please see the enclosed information regarding the IAC Cookbook project, thoughtfully led by our dedicated member, Roger Gallizzi. Roger, an accomplished cookbook author, has generously volunteered his time and expertise to assemble and publish this special edition featuring your family’s photos, stories, and treasured recipes.
This cookbook will be a true keepsake, and we encourage you to invite your family members to be part of this meaningful and fun project. Best of all, all proceeds will benefit our Scholarship Foundation.
Thank you, Roger, for your generosity and for bringing this wonderful project to life!
See you all soon,
Angelo A. Cassaro
Who doesn’t enjoy a great, authentic Italian recipe passed down for generations? Who doesn’t enjoy hearing the stories of emigrating to the USA from the “old country?” We thought we’d put the two together as a way to raise monies for the scholarship fund. scholarship fund.
If you’re interested, contact Roger Gallizzi, IAC member, at roger@charity-chef.com and give your name, phone number, and email address.
IAC COOKBOOK PROJECT FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP FUND... Read More >>>
Who doesn’t enjoy a great, authentic Italian recipe passed down for generations? Who doesn’t enjoy hearing the stories of emigrating to the USA from the “old country?” We thought we’d put the two together as a way to raise monies for the scholarship fund.
Each Member Family writes and submits a brief family history with photograph(s) for one page of the book. The opposite page will contain a family recipe of your choice. Families may submit multiple pages for different family members or generations, each with a family recipe. The book will be divided by apertivi, antipasti, primi, secondi, contorni, and dolci. The book will be published and sold on Amazon and sold here at the Club. All the profits from book sales go to the scholarship fund.
If you’re interested, contact Roger Gallizzi, IAC member, at roger@charity-chef.com and give your name, phone number, and email address. That’s all you need to get started.
You’ll be contacted for family photo, story, and recipe, etc. We’ll assist with any technology issues. Recipe will be re-created, standardized, photographed and submitted for your approval, or you can make it at home and photograph it. We’ll give you some guide lines on the photos so we have a consistent look. The back cover will be a group shot of all contributors and the front cover will be a photograph of the club, and inside a little club history.
MESSAGE FROM Gabriella Quarantello Rudeman (Happy Mother's Day)... Read More >>>
For Italian Americans, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the secondSunday of May the same as in Italy and the United States. Mothers are often the cornerstone in Italian-American households, they are known for keeping the family together and very well fed too! Our mothers are our emotional anchors, guardians of tradition, and providers of love and nourishment. They are known for their strong family bonds, dedication to their children, and fiercely protective nature. Mothers are deeply involved in their children’s lives, even after they reach adulthood, offering guidance, support, and continuing to nurture them. This is a day to honor and celebrate our mothers, grandmothers, and other mother figures with flowers, gifts, and quality time. La mamma is respected and celebrated by bambini and adults alike, who lavish their mothers with flowers and gifts for La Festa della Mamma.
Did you know that Mother’s Day was first celebrated in Italy in 1957—around 50 years after it was founded in this country—the Italian Mother’s Day tradition was started by a parish priest in Assisi, a hillside village in Umbria. Word of the festivities spread throughout the surrounding countryside. One year later, the holiday was adopted across the entirety of Italy’s 20 regions.
Giovani would like to wish all of our mammas a very Happy Mother’s Day and to thank them for their unconditional love and keeping our Italian culture and traditions alive for us. In turn, we want to continue their legacy.
If you are interested in joining Giovani, please scan the QR code. In April, Giovani enjoyed an evening of art and vino, while listening to some of Italy’s fine arts and culture, painting a beautiful painting, and sipping on vino. Please join us for the IAC Annual BBQ in the backyard on Saturday, May 10th at 6pm. Please make sure your RSVP by May 1st at rsvp@lasvegas.com.
Ciao!
Gabriella Quarantello Ruderman
MEMBERSS
Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday
6:00 pm to 11:00 pm (Unless Noted)
(We reserve the right to make changes in our Lounge Music)
For Show Reservations See Below or Call Janine
@ (702) 457-3866 -- Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm There Will Be A Sur-Charge Of $1.00 Per-Tickets - For Non-Members For A 30 Days Social Membership
Call Janine for Show Reservations @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm.
IAC CANCELLATION POLICIES
ALL SHOW TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE!
ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL!
IAC is not responsible for tickets sold by entertainer or entertainer management.
Thursday, May 22, 2025 Tickets $70.00
COAST II COAST ENTERTAINMENT Presents:
“ALWAYS & FOREVER”
Tribute To Luther Vandross
JAS the Entertainer & The LUTHER VANDROSS EXPERIENCE
Doors Open 6pm Dinner 6:30pm to 7:00pm Show 8:00pm
For Reservations go to iacvegas.com Or Call Janine @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm
or
Trish @ 702-596-5293
IN OUR SHOWROOM Keith Neal Mike Tramontana Mark Giovi Mike Clark Sunday, May 25, 2025
Doors Open 6pm Show 7pm to 10pm
Tickets $15.00
TAP HOUSE ALL STAR BAND
With Guest Appearances!!
For Reservations go to iacvegas.com Or Call Janine @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm
Music Director Keith Thompson Doors Open 6:00pm
Buffet Dinner 6:30-7:00pm
Show 8pm - Tickets $75.00
KELLY VOHNN
“Barbra Streisand”
Through the Years Thursday, May 29, 2025
For Reservations go to iacvegas.com Or Call Janine @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm
TOMMY CAPRIO – AWARD-WINNING PRODUCER AND STORYTELLER...
Tommy Caprio is an Emmy and NAACP Image Award-winning television producer whose dynamic career spans over two decades and both coasts.
A proud New Jersey-born Italian American, Tommy credits his heritage for instilling in him a deep love of storytelling, loyalty, and a strong sense of community—values that have guided his professional journey from the very beginning. Read More >>> His path began with a humble internship at a small PBS station, where he first learned the craft of making television. That experience led to his first industry break as a production assistant on a hit show. Fueled by determination and a dream, Tommy took a leap of faith and moved to Los Angeles sight unseen—setting the stage for a remarkable career in television and live event production.
From network specials and nationally televised political conventions to comedy series and public television, Tommy has produced content for major outlets including PBS, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Viacom, and C-SPAN. He has worked alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, producing programming that spans politics, entertainment, comedy, and cultural storytelling.
Now based in Las Vegas, Tommy serves as Executive Producer of Vegas All In, a PBS series that shines a spotlight on the people, places, and institutions that make Las Vegas a world-class city. The show offers a rare and authentic perspective on life beyond the Strip, with a focus on the people who truly make the city special. This season, Vegas All In is proud to feature a segment about the Italian American Club of Southern Nevada. The series has earned Tommy and his team two recent Emmy nominations from the Pacific Southwest Chapter, with winners to be announced on June 21.
Tommy remains committed to telling stories with heart, humor, and purpose. Whether highlighting icons or unsung heroes, his work celebrates what makes people and places truly exceptional.
We are honored to welcome Tommy Caprio as a speaker at the Italian American Club of Southern Nevada—a full-circle moment for someone whose roots run deep in Italian American culture.
Vegas All In Bio on its own: Vegas All In is an original PBS series that shines a spotlight on the people, places, and cultural institutions that make Las Vegas a world-class city. From legendary entertainers to local heroes, historic landmarks to hidden gems, the show offers an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at the real Vegas—beyond the Strip. Produced in Las Vegas and airing on PBS stations, Vegas All In blends heart, history, and hometown pride in every episode.
Experience the Magic of Vegas All In on PBS Vegas All In is a vibrant, original PBS series that goes beyond the Strip to spotlight the people, places, and institutions that make Las Vegas a world-class city. From legendary performers and iconic venues to grassroots stories and hidden gems, each episode captures the heart, history, and spirit of the community with cinematic flair and storytelling depth. The show is produced in Las Vegas and airs locally on Vegas PBS and select stations around the country. Also, available on YouTube for the national audience.
At this month’s meeting, attendees will get a special first look at the Vegas All In segment dedicated to the Italian American Club of Southern Nevada. This exclusive feature explores the club’s star-studded history, rich traditions, and lasting impact on the community. From its Rat Pack-era roots to its current status as a culinary and cultural landmark, the segment celebrates the soul of Italian-American heritage in Las Vegas.
Guided by club president Angelo Cassaro and featuring musical performances and classic the segment is both nostalgic and forward-looking. It’s a true taste of old-school Vegas charm.
This special screening is just one half of the Vegas All In episode premiering on June 9 at 10 PM on Vegas PBS, with multiple re-airings throughout the week and year. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate your club’s legacy—on screen and in the spotlight.
IN OUR SHOWROOM Keith Neal Mike Tramontana Mark Giovi Mike Clark Sunday, June 8, 2025
Doors Open 6pm Show 7pm to 10pm
Tickets $15.00
TAP HOUSE ALL STAR BAND
With Guest Appearances!!
For Reservations go to iacvegas.com Or Call Janine @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm
FRANKIE SCINTA
Kick Off Summer with the "The Showman"
Friday, June 20, 2025 Doors Open 6pm Dinner 6:30pm to 7:00pm Show 8:00pm Tickets $70.00
For Reservations go to iacvegas.com Or Call Janine @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm
COAST II COAST ENTERTAINMENT Presents:
GRADY HARRELL'S
Tribute To
THE TEMPTATIONS
Sunday, June 22, 2025 Show Only
Tickets $50.00
Doors Open 7pm Show 8:00pm
For Reservations go to iacvegas.com Or Call Janine @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm
or
Trish @ 702-596-5293
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Tickets $70.00
COAST II COAST ENTERTAINMENT Presents:
THE GREATEST EARTH, WIND & FIRE TRIBUTE
S t a r r i n g...
T y r i q J o h n s o n
Doors Open 6pm Dinner 6:30pm to 7:00pm Show 8:00pm $70
For Reservations go to iacvegas.com Or Call Janine @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm
or
Trish @ 702-596-5293
ANTHONY NUNZIATA
BROADWAY TO ITALY
Friday, June 27, 2025
L I V E I N C O N E R T
A N T H O N Y N U N Z I A T A
BROADWAY TO ITALY
Friday, June 27, 2025 -- $70 Doors Open 6pm Dinner 6:30pm to 7:00pm Show 8:00pm
For Reservations go to iacvegas.com Or Call Janine @ 702-457-3866
Between the hours of 1:00pm to 10:00pm
Let us handle the arrangements. We assure that all arrangements are exactly as planned and when it comes to the events we insist on perfection. Our staff has vast experience in all aspects of special occasion planning and can suggest proper etiquette as well as contemporary foods to please all guests.