Ciola Family Italian Since 1949

The roots of Cousin Louie’s Italian Restaurant stretch back to 1949, when Uncle Dominic Ciola returned to Virginia Beach, Virginia, after serving his country in World War II. With dreams of bringing authentic Italian-American cuisine to the community, Dominic opened the first Ciola’s, funded by a loan from his brother Lou. Ciola’s quickly became a local treasure, renowned for its hearty Italian dishes and the warmth of family tradition.