TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in United States - Updated October 2024

"Had an amazing Italian meal at Vivere, located in the Italian Village of Chicago. The setting is both luxurious and whimsical. Vivere specializes in..."

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Riccardo Trattoria

84/100 (3538 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Found this place by accident (restaurant we wanted to go to had an hour wait) and was blown away. Service was impeccable, there when you need them..."

Daniel Simone

"New to the neighborhood. Not a single person friendly place. But, if you do no mind a single table.. the food is amazing. I had beef carpaccio (which..."

Marina Kozhina

"It’s really more like 4.5/5. The food and service are both great, but not WOW great, especially given the price. Got the veal filled ravioli and..."

Shuhao Liu

"Great place for Italian food. Menu had lots to choose from. Service was friendly, attentive and..."

Marc Robinson

"Molto Bono! What a great place. It’s a lovely old building and a charming dining area. We were there with multiple patrons, celebrating..."

DaMan Yay

"Absolutely amazing Italian restaurant - every dish we had was excellent, as were the drinks and dessert. Everyone there was uber attentive and..."

Tod Bowen

"Delicious! Went there for dinner last weekend this is an excellent Italian spot I totally recommend. I had the Rigatoni Alla Buttera and really..."

Lauren Van Solkema

"I placed a large order for delivery through their website on a Saturday night. After an order pick up mix up (by DoorDash), I called the restaurant..."

Heather Riggs

"Lovely environment and great service. We went around 5 and received prompt service, with each dish coming out at the perfect time. Bread, appetizers,..."

Elim Poon

"Can't recommend Riccardo's enough. Wonderful food and drinks but it was the service that really created an unforgettable experience. Diligent,..."

Jeremy Klayman

"Absolutely superb food! I shared the gnocchi with Speck and the seabass and finished with the tiramisu. All were excellent, served with a great..."

Ben Smith

"It was good. Standard pasta but good service. It's a little place and they cram a lot of seats in there that mainly why I don't give it 5..."

Bryan J.

"Just had an incredible dining experience at an authentic Italian restaurant! 🍝 The ambiance was cozy and inviting, the service was top-notch, and..."

Ali Bakir

"We enjoyed our meal and our waiter was wonderful! We had different friends recommend eating at Chicago Pizza and Oven Roaster, but accidentally went..."

Julie Gallivan

"The best Italian food I've had outside of actuality being in Italy. The service was fast and friendly. I would highly recommend this place located..."

Duane Huck

"I highly recommend this small Italian restaurant in Lincoln Park (Clark St just north of Dickens). If you dine between 4-6pm M-Th, there is a $38..."

Bob L H

La Villa Restaurant

84/100 (3802 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I would recommend this place without a doubt ! Great food, awesome service, and very fond memories. Rose was our waitress yesterday, she definitely..."

Debra Turner

"Everything was excellent from start to end. I had the Monday prime rib special with amazing salad bar and finished off with dessert. Raquel is great..."

Sam Padrón

"I threw a party at La Villa, and everything was perfect! The room decor, the table set-up, the food, the wait staff, the bartender and, of course,..."

Kathy Kiss

"Omg We always get pizza from you its always so good but yesterday we got fried chicken and omg It was the best fried around aboustly love this..."

Carrie Schwartz

"Hubby and I love this place! Friendly and Family oriented atmosphere, great food, full bar, free parking and live music, at a fair price. All you can..."

Fabiane Berger

"Great food and service. Raquel was our server and she was such a delight. We ordered, at her suggestion, the stuffed dates - they were outstanding!..."

Daniel Scogin

"Amazing food, awesome people, unbelievable prices! Authentic Italian cuisine and ambience! Great for dinner with the family or wedding reception...."

Loreal Urso

"Had a great time today celebrating my besties 50th Birthday the crew and food were amazing - thank you, xoxo. Christine you the..."

Julie Andersen

"We went to celebrate my 50th Birthday, the establishment was suggested to us by a family member. The service was excellent, the staff is very well..."

Armando Roman

"I love everything about this place especially the side with the live music..This is a must go to spot..so if you're ever near by please go. The..."

Yvette Scott

"7/29 If I could give this place a 10, I would. This is by far the best hospitable, attentive customer experience I have ever had. Fatima, the..."

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"The best Italian experience in Chicago! This was a big treat for my friends and family. The Ambience was beautiful, service was prompt, the owner..."

Roxy F

"La Villa has been a favorite for many years. The food is always fantastic!! I promise you will not leave hungry. They go above and beyond to make..."

Carla StehmanDoshi

"True homemade Italian-American food. You will fall in love with the food, staff, and the atmosphere. Thank you La Villa for a wonderful time...."

David “Do-chelin guide”

"La Villa is Awesome. The food, customer service and atmosphere is excellent. They always make you feel welcomed! Pretty much everything on the menu..."

Debra F

"Celebrated my 18th birthday here! Amazing service and the food was..."

Lilian Chretien

"Enjoyed a delicious plate of Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken, a crisp salad, and a refreshing ginger ale. Great service. Rose the Waitress always ..."

Juan A. Cano

"If ordering take out get the toppings for the Bruschetta on the side. They offer a thinner crust pizza if you ask. I’ve had so many group Birthday..."

Jennifer Cook

"Had reserved a room for a Funeral Memorial dinner The attention to the set up down to the color of the napkins, and The food WAS AMAZING, the..."

Mildred Davila

"How did I not know about this place?? Really good old-school Chicago Italian food. $24 gets you a very large plate of pasta or meat plus salad and..."

Michelle Lia

"These people are the best was there last night great time. I have to come back here again. This from the guy with a red jacket that you gave so many..."

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"Went to La Villa with a party of eight Saturday Afternoon. Place was busy. Ordered a large La Villa special. Was enough for eight with two slices..."

Brendan Burgess

"This was my neighborhood restaurant back in the day. It still is fantastic as ever. My wife had Linguine Pescatore, and she loved it. I had the..."

Bryant Magis

"Very good service 👏 food was delicious very good atmosphere..."

Lore L

"This was my first time ordering food to go for my family. We bought 2 large pizzas, an 18" pizza, and buffalo wings. Everything was delicious. I..."

Sara Altinay

"Tried their pizza and it's top-notch! But their waiting area? Felt like I was in a live game of "Frogger" just trying to pick up my order. Dodging..."

Casey Aitken

"One of my favorite hidden gems. This place as been a staple in the neighborhood for many years. Great comfort Italian food. I recently did a Rib tour..."

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Sapori Trattoria

84/100 (7834 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Table Service

Accepts Discover

Wheelchair Accessible

"Superb food and customer service. Staff will go any extra miles to serve you to perfection. Exquisite appetizers, pastas and entrees, paired with..."

Glen Trebilcock

"Food and drinks were amazing! The special holiday espresso martini tastes great! The burrata with prosciutto is the most fresh one I ever had in..."

Karen Dalapossa

"I feel like I have been finding Italian heaven here in Chicago *cue the angels singing!* Here at you get all the vibes - cozy, intimate, and warm..."

Sabrina Crawford

"Sapori has two stories, and the second floor dining space has a charming homey ambiance reminiscent of a converted apartment. This woodsy setting..."

Bill Wang

"A dim and relaxed atmosphere with marvelous food and pleasant staff. Everything we ate was delicious but the carbonara… I would kick my girlfriend..."

Greg G.

"We ordered 2 appetizers, 2 cocktails, and 2 entrees. With a 20% tip, that came out to about $180. The atmosphere was lovely and our server, Cesar,..."

Abdelis Vega

"It's a very large restaurant with more seating on the second floor. They have many selection of Italian wine you can choose from. We were recommended..."

David “Do-chelin guide”

"A great happy hour deal! The drinks were really good and we enjoyed the apps & dessert. Our favorites were the ricotta toast and the tiramisu! A..."

Sanje Moono

"Great spot - perfect ambiance for date nights with amazing food as well. Servers are also super attentive and helpful. The lobster ravioli / tiramisu..."

Carl

"A friend and I came her to expand our Chicago Italian food spots and we weren’t disappointed! Starting off our service was fantastic and I’m..."

Ryan Sullivan

"I found this restaurant after searching for best Italian restaurants in Chicago. I would say it lived up to that billing. My meal was fantastic, and..."

Scott Moore

"I recently dined at Sapori Trattoria in Chicago, and it was an enchanting culinary experience. From the moment I walked in, the cozy ambiance and..."

Hifsah Ahmed

"Sapori Trattoria is one of my favorite Italian spots in the city for many reasons; quality red sauce, exceptional service, handmade pasta, and a..."

Jamie Neroni

"Fresh pasta, yummy calamari, and very tender meatballs! Loved the espresso martini. Our server was very..."

Amanda S

"I loved my visit to Sapori Tratorria! When we arrived we were greeted and seated immediately. Our waiter was also lovely. It was quite busy during..."

Ametrice Hardison

"I found this place while looking up some spots in the Lincoln park area to take my Girlfriend for her birthday dinner and she had a taste for some..."

Alex A (Ace)

"Cozy little Italian place with large portions and fast service. Overall the handmade pastas and fresh ingredients make this a worthwhile local eatery..."

Michael Binkley

"My meal was delicious. I was also impressed with my waiter. She was very attentive and even attempted to anticipate my next move. She was 100%..."

Patrick Cameron

Forno Rosso Pizzeria Napoletana

84/100 (2984 ratings)

Rosso Strawberry Basil Martini

Calamares

Barese Pizza

It's a Cannoli Whaddya Think

December 2023 Special Pizza

Accepts American Express

Free off-street parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Lunch

Dinner

Mid-range

"We've ordered from this place a number of times, and always enjoyed it. Going to the restaurant this weekend was a huge treat. As always, the pizza..."

Tracy Rowan

"This place is simply amazing! My wife and I have been going since they first opened. No matter how much time between visits - we are greeted like we..."

Debbie Sciortino

"Chicago-style pizza, both stuffed and deep dish, is a culinary art form all its own. Rosso Forno is definitely NOT that. It is, however, perhaps the..."

Keith Liscio

"Had dinner last night with my family, we got the buffala pizza and Nutella pizza. It was fantastic! Wish you would come up to lake county because we..."

Lisa Cianci Liss

"Phenomenal food and service. Great apps and pizzas and entrees. Not your typical place. If you want great food and fun environment try this..."

Laura Benson

"Great place to enjoy a tasteful pizza 🍕 calamari are the best !!! Thank you for a great food..."

Danielle Nicoleta Dumitriu

"Hands down the best pizza I've had in my life! Not only a meal but definitely an experience, I'm a chef, been cooking for over 20 years and let me..."

Alejandro Gomez

"Forno Rosso is amazing, the food is authentic, the drinks are made to order with a full bar and the staff and owner are so cordial, fun and..."

Nora Stack Kinnally

"Forno Rosso was a great experience for a casual Monday evening. Cozy place with some nice interesting Italian wines. Yummy house salad with peppery..."

Marie Dini

"Great place no need to go downtown to have a great pizza going to be a great service got a love this..."

Jerry Giec

"One of the best Margherita in Chicagoland. Always pleased with everything and never been let..."

Alan Oraham

"The food is fantastic but the service is even better! Everyone is warm and kind and I could live off of the..."

Erica Kemble

"My wife and I have been here about 3 or 4 times now and each dining experience has been great. I recommend asking for Natalia to be your server. She..."

Sunil K

"What a fun evening we had when visiting this restaurant. Worth the hour or twos drive from downtown in the pouring rain. We missed our booking slot..."

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"On 7/29/15 Nice seating, friendly service. We were hungry and the wood burning pizzas came out very fast. Fresh and delicious pizza ingredients! Also..."

Deanna C

"I travel quite a bit domestically and am always on the hunt for Neapolitan, wood fired, and/or coal fired types of pizzas. My favorites are..."

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"The star of this pizza show was the oil and the pizza crust. It's like you've got to eat the pizza just to get to the crust so you can dip it in the..."

Samson Williams

"We went for lunch on Sunday, our server was Teddy, he was very friendly and helpful. Great customer service. Food was fast and delicious. Very..."

July Reyes

"After hearing about the authentic Neapolitan pizza at Forno Rosso, I had to stop in to try it out. I ordered the "Bufalina" pizza (pictured) and it..."

Jason Franzke

"I recently visited this Napoletana pizzeria and had an amazing experience! The pizzas were absolutely delicious, and everyone in our group thoroughly..."

Patrícia

"I come here often because the food is so delicious and the ingredients are fresh. Yesterday I came in to have dinner outside and was harassed by..."

Queen D

"Always have the best pizzas and the best cannoli. Staff is very knowledgeable, friendly and attending, ambience is cozy and casual, no wait line,..."

Choc0 Dream

"Went to this next neighborhood restaurant at the recommendation of my sister. Man was it delicious. Everything was so tasty. My Italian beer was..."

Steven Milewski

"I got recommendations for this place from my Italian friend, he said this is the closest to famous Italian pizza in wood fire oven! And we are amazed..."

Nik

"Hidden gem tucked away in a small strip mall. I'd never noticed it before, we're glad Google suggested it. Our server (Battle) was very friendly and..."

Wanda

"First time visiting the Harlem Ave location. We ordered the the roasted beet salad as a starter and the pizza Vesuvio with fresh anchovies for our..."

Andrea C

"First time trying. I would give this spot a 4.5 if it were an option. Parking is available, but a little tight. Dining room has a bit of an odd..."

Peter Strandquist

"Amazing place where actual Italian pizza is served. Great service, great food, fantastic atmosphere. Recommend to everyone, especially for those who..."

Irina O'Brien

"Prsuto arugula is the best pizza ever, and for dessert pizza con nuttela is top!Service is excellent! Sutrday night without reservation we get nice..."

Stevan Paunov

"Great go-to place for authentic Neapolitan style pizza! Had an enjoyable dinner here - ordered grilled seafood, salad, and pizza. The food is fresh,..."

Katie Stevan

"Your best neighborhood Pizza. Any pizzas to try are delicious. The beets salad and the drinks were tasty. Service is always..."

Mais

"First time going for a luncheon and I was above satisfied with the service, food, and selection. Would definitely recommend. They also have a tasty..."

Freddie Gauna

"This has been our go-to pizza place for five years now, and it has never once let us down. The consistently good atmosphere, fresh food, and pleasant..."

Marta Pokropek

"I have been going to this place for over 8 years and I have never been disappointed! The pizza is great and the grilled baby octopus is outstanding...."

Aneta

"Superlative pizza. Excellent Calamari. Very enjoyable cannolis and imported soft drinks. Staff was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. ..."

Dennis Normile

Prosecco

84/100 (3638 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Valet Parking

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"Newly reopened after an amazing updating and remodel, you will Love all Prosecco has to offer! From the minute we walked in the door and were nicely..."

Pam Bowen Kavanaugh

"Hands down one of the best Italian restaurants in the city or Chicago. We go there at least once a month for the best risotto and truffle pasta. I..."

Ian Braverman

"In Chicago for work, met up with a couple of friends. Charles is a local there... and he chose this restaurant after watching the chef on TV. It..."

Annette Wiseman

"My Dad and I always love coming to eat here after seeing a stage performance(this time it was Hamilton). This place never disappoints, every bite is..."

Diana Feest

"This is one of the best, most authentic Italian restaurants in the country. The food is made with the freshest ingredients, everything is prepared..."

Chip Mitros

"Me me my friend went there for appetizers and a glass of prosecco on Thursday night. The food and service were excellent, the wine selection great,..."

Larysa Bednarchyk

"Entire experience was amazing! Staff are super friendly and always smiling. The food is top notch! Plus, they have the most perfect tiramisu I've..."

Tony Estrada

"Love this place. Food atmosphere staff all 5 stars. Can’t wait to return after the renovation Mark & Stefi. I hope it goes smooth and quick..."

Shawn Kmety

"Um.....unbelievable...best Italian in the city, Great vibe, food and..."

Joanna Rockwell

"Omg... the have remodeled and updated the menu. ALL pasta is now made in house. You can tell it when you see it. When you taste it, it’s amazing...."

Patrena McGee

"The atmosphere, the staff, the food.... so good! I have been here a few times and evey time you walk in the door it feels like you are walking into..."

Bridget Perell

"One of the best restaurants I've been to in Chicago. Great Italian spot, scallops that will blow you away. Service is..."

Josh Moyer

"Love the classy and cozy atmosphere of Prosecco. The food is delicious. It’s a charming little neighborhood..."

Carolyn Rice

"Visiting from out of town and ate at Prosecco this evening. Food was delicious, especially the homemade pasta. There was a small issue with my..."

R S

"Absolutely love this place! The food is delicious every time and the owner and staff are super friendly it’s always a great vibe. It’s perfect..."

Helen Wu

"Gorgeous space with incredible food. I’ve tried almost everything on the menu and I would order every single thing again. The owner and the staff..."

Claire Langlotz

"My company reserved dinner for 100+ employees at this restaurant (on a Thursday night). The service, food, drinks, and ambiance were such a VIBE!!!..."

Courtney Johnson

"A wonderful atmosphere with the best Italian food in the city! The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, and the bar is my favorite. The staff..."

Isabella Graham

"Amazing dinner restaurant, especially on NYE! Service was top notch, very attentive, engaging and perceptive server --good charisma too. The food was..."

Rachel Geroux

"Bellissimo! After living in Rome, Italy 🇮🇹 It’s hard to find true authentic Italian cuisine in America. Their food was spectacular. The..."

Kymberly Traveler

"I've been here multiple times! Beautiful atmosphere and delicious food. Service was amazing! Great place to spend a weeknight or a weekend date..."

Joe G

"Best meal!! Best owner. Best chef. Came here for my birthday dinner and they made it so special. 10/10 recommend the avocado , espresso martini,..."

Caroline Clementi

"This place is considered one of the best restaurants by many people we know and trust so we were excited to try it for date night. FOOD: The food..."

Victoria S.

"Food was incredible! We had the ribeye, which was cooked to perfection, paired with the cavatelli noodles bursting with flavor and a side of the..."

Darryl B.

"Food was outstanding! Service was perfectly timed and on top of everything. Anticipated all of our needs. Loved the vibe, upscale but still..."

Sara Smith

"Kenn was fabulous and our food was absolutely amazing! The carbonara was insane…. The gluten free options were all delicious as..."

Megan Granzyk

"The food is absolutely mouth watering. I had the Frutti Di Marri and it was SO delicious. The sponge cake …I can’t say enough good..."

El T.O.

"I’ve been coming to Prosecco for years. The staff is always warm and inviting. The food is always fresh and hot. It’s a must if you are in from..."

Jennifer Shoop

"Great service! Pasta was awesome! Dessert was ok Peach burrata is pretty..."

Nancy J

"My husband and I had an amazing experience at Prosecco for a date night! The food and service was absolutely amazing! Raul was our server and he was..."

Dee L

"Food and drinks were great! I like how they have appetizer portions for the pastas, so it gives us a chance to order multiple pastas to taste. Best..."

Jason L

Volare

84/100 (5562 ratings)

Our Signature Insalata Di Mare

Calamari

Chicken Parmesan

Rigatoni All’arrabbiata

Pollo Alla Parmigiana

Spaghetti Neri Al Pesce with Scallops

Crab

caesar salad

Octopus

Gnocchi Alla Vodka w Meatballs

Scallops

Bolognese

Linguine Arselle E Bottarga

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great place to be! The hostess and servers were very polite and greet you with a warm smile. The service is great, professional yet friendly people..."

Kaiz V

"Located off Michigan Avenue in Streeterville, this place can be a great spot for a date. It is also one of those places that offer a nice bar area to..."

Kiljoong Kim

"My friends and I had a dinner outing at this classic Italian restaurant, and I'm glad we made reservations as it was packed! The staff were in..."

Sunny Park

"If you're in town visiting or live in Chicago and want good Italian food this is the place! This is the kind of place where the managers come..."

Marie Thoris

"It’s kinda traditional Italian style. Big menu and options. I can’t decide what to have lol we had pizza and pasta and fish. Pizza was thin..."

Pharuewisa P.

"Opened about 25 years ago, as I was living in Chicago myself and ate here on average twice a week, for four years. 20 years later I'm back in..."

Ilan Portugali

"To sum it up: I wouldn't revisit. The restaurant was bustling with closely arranged tables, limited pasta options, and high prices. Unfortunately,..."

Roja Ghasemi

"Food: The food tasted great!! We ordered bruschetta, eggplant appetizers, ravioli and Gnocchi. Extremely delicious!!!! The creme brûlée and..."

Shraddha Shetty

"I was craving a bowl of pasta while on vacation and found, Volare. The food was outstanding. The service was probably the best I've ever received. My..."

Julia

"My compliments to the chef! The food was perfectly cooked, seasoned well and beautiful in presentation! I started with a chocolate martini... an item..."

Penny Aicardi

"I love Italian food and make my own pasta at home. This... this was the best Italian meal I've EVER had. The pasta was perfection. The flavor and the..."

Joshua Paquette

"The lobster squid ink pasta was delicious (definitely enough to feed 3). The Caesar salad was solid, though the oil from the anchovies made it a bit..."

Amber Lueth

"I had the most amazing meal at Volare! Chicken parm with the vodka sauce was incredible. The wine was delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed everything..."

Kristin Gross

"I love this place and will be back. The chicken Parmesan was amazing lasagna on point. Our server made great wine pairing suggestions. The tiramisu..."

Shenell White

"You will love it, I'm sure! I love Volare Signature Insalata Di Mare, because it was so fresh and awesome. Spaghetti Neri Al Pesce is one you should..."

So Jung Hong

"Best Italian food I've ever had!! Everything I ordered was delicious. The price is so good too, especially with the large portion they serve. The..."

Jin Chen

"Awesome service and huge portions. We were a group of 30 and the waiter never missed a beat. Highly..."

Tass Hamstra

Angelina Ristorante

84/100 (1513 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Brunch

Dinner

Mid-range

"Been here several times and always thought it was incredible. Definitely amazing place to get Italian, especially pasta! One of my wife and I’s..."

Ross Karlins

"We had the best experience at Angelina. Our server Anton was amazing! We were celebrating our one year anniversary and had such a great dining..."

Graham

"Had dinner here again last night, and never ceases to impress . My mother and I’s favorite restaurant in Chicago. I absolutely love dining here. It..."

Kinley Preston

"I never really leave reviews for things on Google, but the service I received tonight was so incredible that I was moved to write this. It was the..."

Jack Rosenthal

"Our visit to Angelina Ristorante in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood was a delightful discovery. The moment we crossed the threshold, we were..."

Gina KF

"Will definitely be back for the delicious food. Loved the decor, style of the bar, and low lights after..."

Angelina

"Celebrated a friends graduation and everything was fantastic. Food was great, service was quick and the ambience was lovely and..."

Joel Porter

"Food is very good over here and the environment is fantastic. It isn't too expensive but it ain't cheap either. Surely a place for a good date night...."

gaurav gupta

"We love this little restaurant! You feel like you enter a different era when you walk in. Small but cozy. Very kind waiters. Food always tastes..."

Max McGregor

"Incredible entree + bottomless mimosa deal. The bartender this morning was very friendly and talkative as well, I'll definitely be coming..."

Michael Gaertig

"We ate here for 3 consecutive evenings. The food was superb. On the 3rd evening we got an aperitif as a treat after I ran the marathon, and also a..."

Dóra Kern

"What a fabulous time I had Angelina's this Thursday for my mothers 80th birthday party. The service was exceptional. The food of the highest..."

gary boots

"I’ve been going here since 2010, They have NEVER let me down for fast, friendly service, awesome staff, excellent food and a fun atmosphere…....."

R J

"My meal was DELICIOUS (Alfredo sauce), they make the Italian sausage in house, and the bread is divine! Their tomato sauce is VERY tomato-y, if that..."

Lynnae Haan

"Hands down the best dining experience ive had in years. Not only was the staff professional friendly and layer but the atmosphere of the restaurant..."

Zachariah C. Eifert

"Good food, pasta and chicken parm were both excellent. Large portion..."

petersonA95

"Their bruschetta and gnocchi were top class, rich in flavor without going too far with condiments. I went there without knowing that Saturday nights..."

Nick A

"Angelina’s is a Lakeview staple! They have an incredible evening menu and their brunch experience is easily one of the best in the city. The food..."

James Rabideau

Gioco

"I attended a private party here in the back room. The food was spectacular. Obviously they take real attention to detail in the authenticity of their..."

Denton Johnson

"The dishes are REALLY good and the ambiance is exceptional. The chef even came and talked with us halfway through our meal and made some wine..."

Scott Seaholm

"Its a lovely restaurant. Good Italian cuisine. Service was good but not great. If you have time, this place is highly recommendable especially in off..."

Michael Drayton

"I love Gioco! Their pastas are not only great for the South Loop, but they'd stack up among the best in the city. If you like thin crust pizza,..."

Jen D

"We have eaten in Gioco's private room, main dining area and patio on multiple occasions. The restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere and the staff is..."

Maggie Oberschlake

"I've eaten here once, and it's a charming space with wonderful food. There wine was good and the service was friendly. It is on the expensive side...."

Matt Greenberger

"Amazing food. Just incredible. They understand Italian food, the dishes are flavorful and satisfying, and the atmosphere feels expensive without..."

Elizabeth Suergiu

"Absolutely delicious food. This is hands-down one of the best restaurants I've ever eaten at. I ordered the Ravioloni Alla Doppia Crema and it has to..."

Nataly

"Found this place on Open Table and I'm glad I did. We ordered fettuccini alfredo with chicken, ravioli ala dopia crema, and penne arrabiata. The..."

Jorge Rivera

"Was visiting the City for the night and we happen to stumble upon this restaurant. The staff are very friendly and responsive. They make sure your..."

Joel Sanroman

"I love Gioco! Really good Italian food in a nice space. The staff have always been gracious and smart, especially in suggesting wine pairings. The..."

Jai S

"South Loop residents for 7 years - this is a neighborhood gem. Service has consistently been outstanding each time. Christian and Jose are the best!..."

Jess E.O

"Amazing food. Great service! We got there near closing, and they stayed until we were done and were amazingly gracious about it. You have to check..."

Yvette Simpson

Topo Gigio Ristorante

83/100 (2697 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Exceptional experience. We came before a second city show and sat in the bar area. The staff took really good care of us and were very friendly. They..."

Scott Chauncey

"This is an excellent choice for quality Italian cuisine in a traditional yet cozy setting. From the appetizers, the Calamari alla Grigila is..."

Bill Wang

"Went there to celebrate my daughters belated birthday. When you enter, you step back in time The ambiances was great.The food was awesome and plenty..."

shazia

"Great authentic Italian food and very reasonably priced. This place has been around for over 25 years and a local favorite. Waitstaff was great,..."

Helen Levinson

"Absolutely loved this place! Olive oil and Parmesan for bread dipping was delicious. Caprese salad was excellent. Homemade pasta with their red..."

David Bruce

"Probably the best Italian food I ever had, and everything else was phenomenal including the atmosphere, ambience, and especially the 6-star service..."

Dmitriy Trush

"Yumm!! Had the seashell pasta in tomato sauce with sausage — delicious. The calamari was also good, hot and fresh! My friend got the tortellini and..."

Lillian Hazel Pearce

"Topo Gigio Ristorante is an Italian restaurant in Chicago that offers modern Tuscan cuisine. It is located in Old Town, on Wells Street. It is one of..."

Oskar Vitlif

"Definitely suggest reservations, was about a 45 minute wait. Food and drinks were delicious. I love when everyone food comes out hot and fresh and it..."

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"Beautiful place with great food. The veal was decent, but the pasta was delicious. Definitely plan on going back to try some more of their pasta..."

John Schwenker

Vinci Restaurant

83/100 (2527 ratings)

"Great neighborhood Italian restaurant. Exceptional trout, fantastic frito misto. Be careful with drinks, they take them seriously. Chi vediamo a..."

Beata Lichocka

"Usually not an Italian place guy, but this place is pretty solid. Very good atmosphere. Not to loud or bright. Food was delicious. Everything was..."

Rage Thomas

"Everything was excellent. My wife and I shared a cocktail, appetizer, salad, and entree, with a glass of wine each, and our waiter was very..."

Bob Cooley

"Enjoyed a lovely dinner at Vinci with great food and fast and efficient service. We ordered the arugula and pear salad, the spinach ravioli, and the..."

Liliana M

"I dined here with 20 of my closest friends (really) and cannot imagine having a better experience. We had a private room and an outstanding service..."

Dave Conant

"Excellent Saturday brunch served outdoors in a comfortable, shaded sidewalk seating area on Willow Street. The Italian Scramble was excellent as was..."

Steve Vice

"Went to Vinci pre-theater. The food was simple and delicious. Our servers were capable. We were there on a pleasant Thursday evening and the dining..."

Michael Yeager

"Have enjoyed going to Vinci since I moved to Chicago in 2007. Wonderful place, people, staff, food, and by name; my friend Clyde. Truly a unique..."

Aaron Morrison

"Went there for brunch, sat outside with our dog. The bottomless mimosas are a great deal! The food was ok, but what really makes this place great is..."

Carolina Velasquez

"The service was friendly and respectable but the food was on another level entirely! In particular the sauces were absolutely delicious and had me..."

Peter Tinti

"Had brunch and sat outside under an umbrella. Great service and food. The scrambled eggs were so soft and fluffy and the sauteed arugula was just the..."

Gretchen

"Asked the bartender ‘no chic parm on the menu, the chef heard me from the kitchen and said we can do that’ and it will as..."

Andy Vicknair

"Love this restaurant! The food is outstanding and great for a date night or time with friends. The staff is beyond accommodating and pricing is more..."

Taylor Molandro

"The salad was wonderfully fresh and the pizza was very good. I highly recommend this great restaurant that's been around for..."

judy warner

"Friendly people, testly food. totally..."

Julian Titov

"Great service, solid food, good enough price point. It’s hard to find a good spot in Covid times, and this is one of them! Recommended parties of 4..."

Ryan Lewis

"We were a group of 9 that just walked in & were served right away. The service, Luis was our server, was exceptional. He made great recommendations &..."

Bridgette Carton

"Went after a play at the Steppenwolf. Very convenient. Fair prices and good quality food. Pasta was passed "al dente" but still..."

Roger Merel

Rosebud On Rush

83/100 (3548 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"I was in town on business and decided to have dinner at Rosebud. From the minute you enter and are greeted by the professional Maitre’d to the last..."

MICHAEL WEST

"This restaurant is definitely one of the best I have been at in my entire life. Whether you are going on a romantic date or celebrating a birthday..."

Peter Golaszewski

"Wonderful staff and food! Way more elegant at dinner vs lunch. We prefer to sit downstairs as the upstairs chairs are very hard. Nice wine..."

Angie

"Our group went there for brunch that they have between 10am-2pm and ate on the outside patio. The whole experience was nice with good friendly..."

DUBZ313

"Food was amazing! Definitely one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the city! We sat after their brunch time but they still our waiter Misel and..."

Ron Pensari

"huge dinner portions! good for sharing or multiple meals. baked clams were tasty. fried calamari was done right. chicken parm is massive and a..."

Arthur Chin

"When you’re a solo female traveler, eating out can be a bit of a challenge as the portions are usually large which doesn’t afford one much belly..."

Dorianna Phillips

"Great service, great atmosphere and amazing, flavorful shrimp risotto! I do think it's pricey and our small group of 4 was annoyed about the..."

Shannon Blosser-Salisbury

"This is an amazing spot for locals and visitors. To me, everything screams old-school Italian, from the menu to the atmosphere - and that's not..."

Adam Duncan

"We visited this restaurant back in 2020 and had to eat outside on their enclosed patio during the winter, so it was nice to experience the inside of..."

Vanessa Garofalo

"Fun, as advertised Italian classic steakhouse. Reasonable wine list and food menu has something for everyone. Veal parmigana was large enough for..."

Mark Steele

"My wife and I were really impressed with this place. I ordered the Meat Lasagna, my wife got the Short Rib & Polenta, and then we shared a Tiramisu..."

Rene Reyes

"The Chopped salad is large enough for a family of 6. The picture of the salad is after we had already filled up on it! (Excellent salad) Onto the..."

Tammy Risenhoover

"Fast and friendly service. Solid food on the simpler side of options. I enjoyed my meatball and spaghetti. My husband felt that his eggs Benedict was..."

Altinay Cortes

"We arrived at Rosebud with a party of 9 and they were able to accommodate us within 5 minutes without reservations (off to a good start). We had a..."

Ade

"I wanted a smooth flavorful dinner so I turned to my favorite dishes linguine and clam sauce. Aye Dios, justó lo que necesitaba! As I do, chatting..."

TheBigBandWolf

"Had a great evening at this true Italian Restaurant. Come with a big appetite as the portions are huge. You will definitely be taking some great..."

Mike Fromuth

"Well polished service, nice vibe, cool history. The cocktail was prepared well, the Minestrone was great, a larger potion than expected as well. The..."

Daniel Page

Molly's Cupcakes

83/100 (5098 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"As soon as we got engaged, I knew that I wanted Molly's to be a part of our special day. Not only are they my favorite cupcakes in Chicago, but they..."

Ashley Lundgren

"My wife and I are so happy with our decision to go with Molly's Cupcakes for our wedding cake! We had three separate tiers, with different frosting..."

Sam Young

"SERIOUSLY THE BEST CUPCAKE I EVER HAD! I had the Cookie Monster Cupcake. It seriously melted in my mouth. I can’t wait to try different varieties...."

Walter Wilkerson

"The cupcakes are phonemal and the staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. We ordered a box of mini cupcakes as well as a 6 center filled variety..."

David Alfaro

"Awesome place for kids to have cupcakes and little snacks. Kids really love it. The swings by the bar are very entertaining for the kids while eating..."

Siyamack Ghaeedan

"Amazing cupcakes! Tasted 5 different cupcakes for a wedding tasting and every cupcake was fantastic. The wedding planner for Molly's was great! They..."

Cindi Posthumus

"Molly’s has been my go to cupcake place for years, so I went there first when considering cake for my wedding. They did not disappoint. Their..."

Erin Coyle

"Words cannot express how much I love Molly's Cupcakes!! I had them cater my wedding and literally everything came out perfect! The communication with..."

Devon Green

"These folks make the most awesome cupcakes. We tried a peach cupcake and a chocolate peanut butter thing that were incredible. The store was..."

Eric Brunson

"Ordered a cupcake for me and my wife + a four cupcake birthday package. My wife liked her one but I thought my chocolate one was just okay..."

Eran Dromy

Coco Pazzo Cafe

83/100 (1094 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"muy lugar recomendable y muy buen..."

Leonardo Juarez

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Trattoria Gianni

83/100 (2357 ratings)

"We were going to pick up our online order but the owner Gianni asked us to dine in the patio with our dog whom we were walking! What a great move!..."

Vineet Sandill

"Neighbourhood restaurant vibe on Halsted ! Home made Pasta and great desserts. Definitely a visit . Went there multiple times . The quality of the..."

Minal Varma

"Very quaint and casual with really great traditional Italian food. Service was incredible. Always good to start the meal with delicious wine and..."

Sherri Crandall

"Delicious food, but extremely pricy. I had the Capellini Pomodoro with meatballs which was a generous portion of pasta but the meatballs were quite..."

Emma Sipora Tyler

"Wow....so delicious. Best spinach ravioli I ever had. Everyone loved their choices. Friends had lamb meatballs, shrimp and scallop linguini, spinach..."

Rhonda Skolnik

"For the most part I enjoyed my time here, but probably would not go back. We had a reservation for 5 and were seated at a table for 5. Unfortunately,..."

Janelle Winter

"One of the original Italian restaurants in Chicago that shouldn't be overlooked! A truly culinary adventure through Italy. Every dish was better than..."

Phillipe Sobon

"The service was simply phenomenal. Our waiter was knowledgeable, friendly, efficient, and even taught us some Italian! We ordered the arancini..."

Liliana M

"Go here! Had a tasty barrel aged manhattan and our pasta and special dish was so tasty! The service was perfect:) we will..."

Emily Dosch

"From the first welcome, to the service, to the food....all EXCELLENT! Very authentic Italian food. We went for our anniversary last night. Even got..."

Marcy Ogle

"This place is an absolute treasure! Everything I've ever ordered here is delicious, the patio is wonderful, and the staff is so attentive! I also..."

BRANDY SHELTON

"Good Italian food. Nice wine choice by the glass. Broth with tortellini was excellent. However, the daily special, tagliatelle with ragu sauce felt..."

Alexei Marshakov

"So I think I am biased to this meal because it was a pleasant surprise while waiting for my 2 HOUR oil change 2 blocks away.... this is my silver..."

Shauna Santare

Franco's Ristorante

83/100 (2743 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Our dinner was excellant! Our waitress, Marie, helped with the drink selection, both of which were delicious. Two of us ordered from the daily..."

Jade South

"Went on a Wednesday night around 6, got seated right away. Laura was our server; she was friendly and polite. Ordered the chicken giardiniera, which..."

Matt Wascher

"Such a great evening out, food was out of this world. Simply amazing. Thank you Brittany for taking such good care of us, and a heartfelt thank..."

Richard Eccles

"We love this place! Our daughters ask to go weekly! The stuffed banana pepper is outstanding, the pipette alla vodka is wonderful(my picky eater..."

Kelly Mulvenna-Smith

"Girlfriend took me here while we were vacationing in Chicago for my birthday and she could not have picked a better place. Food is reasonably priced..."

William Schlenske

"My mom and I had dinner here for the first time today. It was absolutely wonderful!!! The space is very warm and inviting, attentive wait staff, and..."

Karolynn Morrison

"My friend found Franc’s Ristorante! Sooo, let me get into it. Before I get into it, my friend was the one who made reservations. I was under the..."

Steve Bae

"The atmosphere here is to die for. The gal handling food coming out of the window clearly is the person you want to steal if you ever open a..."

Joel ‎

"Can't say enough about the service, the dishes from salads, main dishes to desserts. Excellent! You can make a reservation or go as "walk-in"...."

siewyin Yinng

"The food here is really good! This is one of my favourites places to go for dinner with friends, family or even with a date!..."

Vann

"By far the best Italian restaurant. It is truly a hidden gem but the atmosphere was very cozy and welcoming. Our server Ralph was amazing and went..."

Jade Villanueva

"Awesome spot! Recommended by a colleague and glad we came. One of the best pastas I’ve ever had, including in Italy. The spicy sauce on the shrimp..."

Magnus Wu

"This place has been opened for 34+ years for a reason. The food is absolutely amazing. The creamy balsamic on the calamari was awesome. They had a..."

Alejandra Marin

"Very cute small Italian restaurant. Went here with my beautiful girlfriend and had a wonderful time. Appetizers, dinner, and ambience were all..."

Gavin Sampson

"I am 63 years old and have traveled all over the world. This was in the top ten and the best Italian restaurant I have eaten in Chicago. If you have..."

Bryan Sirak

"First dined here one night since close and convenient. Wasn't overly hungry so just looking for something quick. When we were served fresh bread..."

Kerri Bossardet-West

"The atmosphere was nice and service was excellent. Our food was served promptly and full of flavor. We definitely plan to visit again and bring a few..."

Turon Ivy

"Wow is all I can say! The service, atmosphere, and food were all incredible. Some of the best food I’ve ever had. Every dish was well balanced and..."

Isabella Cats

"A tasty neighborhood Italian restaurant which has been in business for 30yrs. The flavors, presentation, and service were all spot on. Only a few..."

Steve S

"An amazing place to get a loving Italian feast! The choice of pasta offered is amazing! The staff is really helpful and give good suggestions! It’s..."

Supriya Pandey

"Franco's Ristorante is an Italian restaurant. The food is delicious we ordered a total of 5 entrees including Chicken Marsala it was very flavorful..."

PerlaJasel Castro Castro

"Love it. Cooked to perfection. Sauce is tasty and the waitress so si friendly abd..."

Yen Nguyen

Macello Cucina Di Puglia

82/100 (2979 ratings)

Raspberry Chocolate Cake

Cannelloni

Fettuccine Campagnola

Pesto

Cozze E Vongole Scoppiate

Spaghettini Con Polpo

Fried calamari

Salad

Pannacotta Con Salsa Di Caramello

Trofiette Gamberi Pomodorini

Pizza Capricciosa

Cavatelli Al Forno Tiella

Rack of Lamb Al Forno

Wheelchair Accessible

"Such a hidden gem! I couldn’t believe I hadn’t been here before. Such authentic southern Italian cuisine, and I thought the inside was so cozy...."

Becca Kerry

"Fantastic Italian food with a rustic atmosphere. Perfect for small to medium sized groups. The pizza was fantastic, and the drinks are strong. Feels..."

Nick Bibbs

"I am the biggest food snob and this Italian restaurant HITS!!!! Authentic, delicious, homemade taste in every bite WITHOUT the extreme grease you get..."

Rochelle Elias

"An absolute gem of a restaurant. Food was delicious and ingredients were fresh and high quality, you can tell they put a lot of care into their..."

Alex Gilpin

"It was my boyfriend and I first time dining at Macello and wow, we’re very impressed with the food. It’s definitely a hidden gem and I can’t..."

Winnie Nguyen

"The only thing I am testing positive for is pasta, pizza and prosciutto at Macello! Macello is a family-friendly fine dining restaurant specializing..."

Michelle K

"Pizza and calamari was the best I've ever had. Outstanding service as well. Highly..."

Chris Dumitru

"We stumbled into this spot by accident really, but it was wonderful. The service to the food, and atmosphere was top notch. Our server was incredibly..."

Elizabeth D'Amore

"I’ll add to the previous reviews as this place is an absolute gem only hidden by its slightly off the beaten path location. I’ve been all over..."

Ryan Sullivan

"This place was such a magical find! With a deli in front and a gorgeous restaurant in the back, it was such a fun night! The food was amazing and the..."

Rachel Moody

"Hidden gem- best Italian we have had in the city. Tonight we had a fabulous server and trainee who were spot on with recommendations, food and..."

Katy Newton

"Had an amazing experience at Macello’s! We loved the rustic and charming ambiance & everything is made fresh. Not to mention their staff are so..."

Heidi

"We visited Macello for the first time and truly enjoyed our visit. The menu had a wide variety or dishes that looked very appealing. The daily..."

Christopher Frausto

"A wonderful experience at Macello! Gustavo was an excellent host and waiter. He shared with us how to enjoy Ports. Food was excellent. We recommend..."

KC Espinoza

"This place has a really cool rustic interior and the service we had was very hospitable and friendly. The cuisine is interesting, and I was surprised..."

SERGELATO

"Wow! This place is amazing. Love the server, the food and their espresso martini was amazing. The pizza looked amazing but we were stuffed. I’m..."

Yuna Rivera

"Service was really kind. Enjoyed the live music. The lamb shank special we ordered was very..."

Zoe

"Hands down, the best gluten-free pasta in Chicago, and the rest of the menu is great too. They have a nice little summer patio and super cozy inside..."

Neva West

"Relax dim atmosphere. Music just right with TV in some areas. NFL football was on at the time. Food was cooked delicious with prices being fair..."

Michael Adams

Buona Terra

Wheelchair Accessible

"First try after hearing a few people say this place was great, and I am so happy we tried it!! The start of the meal with warm bread and a delicious..."

Stephanie Polakowski

"I'm currently trying to determine how frequently I can eat here per week without looking like a weirdo or going bankrupt. Firstly, the bread with..."

Andrea Collignon

"This was such a pleasant surprise/hidden gem for the neighborhood. The whole meal was amazing, portions were good and the flavors were on point. I..."

Lily Situ

"The steak was OUTSTANDING!!! Perfectly seasoned, juicy and tender. Pork chop was cooked to perfection. The only thing they need for atmosphere is..."

Dulce Ramos

"Amazing, amazing, amazing. Rotini de la nona and Rigatoni Buona Terra are my go tos. Incredible flavors, great portions and tons of variety. The..."

Joe M

"First time here, really impressed by the service and the menu options. This used to be Hearth and Crust, and since I’m always on the lookout for..."

Erin RavenSkye

"Buona Terra did the catering for my wedding and my gosh did they do an amazing job. From the wonderful food to the deep level of care they gave me..."

Matthew Rillie

"Everything is great. Just great food, great people, in a simple, non pretentious atmosphere. Can come here for a fancy complete dinner or sit at..."

Stuart Sorkin

"The Italian food here is among the best in the city. It’s a restaurant everyone should be talking about. My mouth is watering g as I think of my..."

Jim Saranteas

"I appreciate you taking the time to reply. We (wife and I) were happy to try in-person dining. The soup breadsticks/croutons: how do I get..."

Michael Nagel

La Scarola

82/100 (3692 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Drinks

Dinner

Mid-range

"Absolutely amazing! Love this historic gem! Food is stunning! Staff and service are always looking for and anticipating what you may need . My..."

Derrick

"A true gem of a restaurant! We absolutely love the La Scarola. The service is always friendly and fast. They treat you like family here which is a..."

lisa james

"What an experience. From the owner greeting you at the front door. Front of house was on point too with Making sure we had everything from wine to..."

Bradley J

"The best Italian food my cute bf and I have had in a long time (maybe ever). Make a reservation before hand and if there is still a little wait,..."

Bree Hannebaum

"Came to dinner with the family. Excellent. Classic and Traditional. Feels like home. The ambiance was great with an affluent clientele. The menu..."

Tony Guerra Miami

"Hands down the BEST Italian in Chicago maybe even outside of Italy. Service is always prompt and warming. I highly recommend the meat lasagna and it..."

Erin Wold

"Calamari and sausage and peppers were outstanding but the highlight of the meal was the tiramisu. Easily the best tiramisu I’ve ever had. My main..."

Sid Menon

"Food is tasty & well-seasoned, but the prices made no sense. Sooo expensive!! $72 for 2 people - just entrees, no drinks, no dessert, no appetizers!..."

A H

"Five stars to La Scarola Italian! My wife and I visited for dinner on Saturday and it’s everything and more. Armando is a wonder host who feels..."

Don Stuck II

"This is by far the best Italian food we have had in the city! The staff is absolutely amazing. You can see how hard they work to make their customers..."

Taylor Benson

Tuscany On Taylor

82/100 (1768 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had a great experience with my wife and special needs son. It was his birthday and the server and staff were very friendly and made the time..."

Daniel Breems

"The garlic bread is really special. The food is like family style food for us. They have a special menu and we love the fried eggplant meat roll...."

Ritz Xu

"Great bruschetta.....pasta tasted like nonna made it...atmosphere was very pleasant...the restaurant was clean....service was prompt and..."

Sal Cecala

"Love this place! Whenever I’m in town I make sure I visit. The service the food everything is..."

Hajar Benghazala

"A delicious spot that welcomes you with some excellent Italian options. They bring crushed garlic and olive oil to the table immediately, and that..."

Cameron Goodwin-Schoen

"What an amazing experience! 🌟 I was treated to top-notch customer service at this gem of an Italian spot. From the moment we walked in, the staff..."

EVELYN P

"A large group of us enjoyed dinner here while in town for a work conference. We ordered fried calamari, the Wagyu meatballs and Brussels sprouts for..."

Melissa A Martinez

"Wonderful service, food, amazing chef you will love..."

Any Lisa

"Coming from over 150 miles away, we made a reservation before our show. Twenty miles to arrive, we get stopped for an accident. We sit for over 30..."

George Farley

"Incredible staff, very fast and not rushing you. It was amazing outside and the music and the aesthetic was superb. The food was delicious and..."

dabeast 1087

"Most spectacular Veil Parmigiano I've been fortunate to have! The atmosphere and service were phenomenal, delicious drinks and scrumptious tiramisu!..."

Kristie Acuna

"The food and service were excellent. You could taste that the pasta was freshly made. The El Bandido Margarita tastes like a Mojito and Margarita..."

Tony Tyler

"We , a group of 6 people , had a wonderful dinner . Everything from the appetizer to dessert was perfect both in quality and quantity. The service ,..."

Anu MahapatraGupta

"Service was awesome! Waiters were friendly and attentive. They suggested a plate without me having to ask because they knew it was my first time..."

Annay Pérez

"Amazing neighborhood / authentic Italian food with awesome service. They are the best! Here again in 2022. Food is amazing as always, service is..."

Jay S

"Went with my cousin and sister. Our waiter Kenny was very nice. They start you with a big basket of bread and olive oil and parmesan. We ordered..."

Antonia Asimis

"Tuscany is a gem, we go here because it's my mom's favorite. The service at Tuscany is exceptional, the menu isn't huge but everything is executed..."

Peter D

"With a casual atmosphere, with a great service and price matches the quality of the food which made it excellent. The appetizer bread with roasted..."

Steve Aidyn

The Village

82/100 (8514 ratings)

"Wonderful food and service. We had our own private booth in the Al Capone room. It was a beautiful evening they even brought three pieces of cake to..."

Allison Weiss Razza

"Very nice cozy place to dine casual dress a little more on the upscale side. Service is splendid our waiter Ron was knowledgeable and helpful...."

Wanda Lopez Espinosa

"Advance Warning - My review may read like a shill however it is absolutely not. I cannot say enough great things about this place. They take a lot of..."

Nick Gupta

"We visited Chicago for a weekend and loved this place. The food and service was excellent. The character of the restaurant is beautiful and feels..."

Ashley Louise

"Our food was excellent and I liked the old world/neighborhood charm. My husband had salmon and I had risotto and both were very good. Nice place and..."

Trish Coulter Farano

"My husband and I were there yesterday for the first time before our show and we loved it!! The staff was wonderful and food was amazing!! We will..."

Mindy Hill

"My son & I have got in this habit of eating at the Italian Village when we come to Chicago to see a show in the theater district. They do have..."

Debra Kay Fish

"We had a wonderful experience! We arrived in plenty of time prior to seeing Hamilton. Not wanting to over eat, my daughter and I shared fettuccine..."

Kristen Martínez Alger

"The food was delicious and our waiter, Jake was incredible. The entire staff went out of their way and the service was amazing! We’ll be coming..."

Sonya Budnick-Wasmer

"A miracle of a place. The original upstairs room is a time capsule of Italian dining history. Everything is delicious. But don’t overlook the..."

David Albert

"I had the pleasure of eating here with my mother and sister last night. It was truly a wonderful experience. The setting is so incredibly romantic if..."

Abbi Girard Crow

"Great classy atmosphere, delicious food and faboulous professional staff, also good prices comparing to high end fine dinning. I had such a great..."

Marina S. Abdou

"We arrived to our reservation earlier than expected, and the staff worked promptly to still seat us right away. Our waitress was kind, respectful,..."

Lauren Williams

"Delicious, no frills Italian food. Highly recommend the risotto, with some added shrimp and a shot of espresso to cap off your meal. Portions are..."

Lori G.N.

"Wow! My partner and I had the best experience here. We were seated right away, our server and the waitstaff were magnificent and efficient, and the..."

Emily Powers

"The menu has changed since Covid so if you used to come here in the old days there are many dishes no longer on the menu. But the old Italian Village..."

Theresa Hoban

"The Village was delicious. I had the Chicken marsala it was very good hot and moist. Huge portion had to take half home. My husband had the chicken..."

Lauren Caponi

"Had a nice lunch with my friend. The lady at the reception was super friendly. I am not used to italian food she took her time to explain us the..."

Gamer James

"The 1st State Bank pre-arranged for our group of about 55 people, to have lunch at this beautiful ,upstairs restaurant about 3 blocks away from the..."

Judy Zimmerman

"Excellent food, it was busy, yet when seated, you weren't aware of it. The tables were cozy and seemed somewhat private. Loved the little "rooms"..."

Sherri Taylor

"The best Italian restaurant in Chicago by FAR. The service is just amazingg - they are very attentive to everything. They are always very busy. The..."

delara marroun

"My boyfriend and I recently went here for our one year anniversary. I made a note of this in our reservation and the staff immediately congratulated..."

taylor alana

"We were taken by surprise finding that restaurant and going over the stairs to enter that dark space and get seated instantly. We ordered the chicken..."

Raafat Zaini

"The atmosphere and service were phenomenal. I enjoyed a bday dinner with my daughter and family. Server was attentive, cut cake and even sang happy..."

Reyna Cabrera

"This restaurant has a strong Italian atmosphere. The soup, Caprese salad and Filet Mignon are very good taste. The service is also courteous and..."

Adrian Leung

"We’ve been here a few times and it is always a great experience. The staff is kind and attentive. The food is delicious and the prices for a nice..."

Jill Rena

"The Village is a beautiful Italian restaurant that has wonderful food. The staff is very efficient and took exceptional care of us. I ordered..."

Cilla

"Thank you Rikki and Roberto for a fantastic experience. Spaghetti and meatballs, shrimp app and two beautiful desserts tiramisu and chocolate mousse..."

Lisa Wright

"Great Italian restaurant in the city. Food is amazing and so was the service. The last time I was here was 20 years ago . Stepping back into the..."

Nichole Monroy

"You can't go wrong with this Chicago icon. Busy, lively dining room designed to look like it's namesake (Italian Village) including fun twinkling..."

Janine Fletcher

"We were told it was a 30 minute wait but we waited maybe 10 minutes to be sat! The food was DELICIOUS. The appetizers came out quickly and a..."

Lydia Sigmund

Gene & Georgetti

82/100 (3568 ratings)

"This place is a little pricey. But I think you pay a little extra for the nostalgic atmosphere here. I ordered the dry aged tomahawk. It was..."

Nick Mack

"Pre-Christmas dinner at G&G didn’t disappoint. Ordered Chicago’s own Shrimp de Jonghe to start with Negronis. Very good. That sauce!!!!! For..."

Donna Shelton, PA-C

"There is nothing you can find wrong with this place. Food is exactly as the menu says and as you would imagine it to be. The staff is attentive,..."

Doug Chansky (DC Madcap)

"Only had one night in Chicago debated which steakhouse to go to. Glad I chose this one, even though I didn't have steak. I got one the classics..."

James B

"An experience we will never forget. The history of the building almost matches the history of this family owned restaurant. Some of the best steaks,..."

Charles Nguyen

"A classic in Chicago. While they were out of some items we wanted to order this place doesn't disappoint. The staff was great and the atmosphere of..."

Chris B

"I gave 3 stars for atmosphere because of the table we were sitting next to. The children were out of control and no one said anything. They were not..."

Dorothy Edwards

"Our first visit. We tried the crab cakes and the baked clams. They were both delicious. We had a filet, four cheese gnocchi, and eggplant parmesan...."

mc smarto

"CHICKEN JOE. Yes, Chicken Ala Joe is actually a thing, one of several G&G specialties. I forgot I reviewed this place 8 YEARS ago. Apparently, I'm..."

Del Mar Dave

"Went for Christmas Eve dinner with my family and service and food is always good thus we chose this restaurant. It's an old school restaurant serving..."

Chrysoula Sarantopoulos

Formento's

82/100 (4430 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I loved the cozy and quiet atmosphere at this restaurant. Plenty of space and quiet enough where you can talk to your party. The food was more..."

Sameet Sapra

"I have been here multiple times, but always eat everything before I can snap photos since the food and drinks are so delicious. I always like to make..."

Tianna Potter

"Went here for dinner with friends. We sat outside as the weather was good. The staff was pleasant and engaging. They gave us some bread while we..."

Blessing Aghedo

"So delicious, great service! very accommodating, fair prices. Food was fantastic - favorites were the carbonara and the carpaccio. They also..."

Julia Reel

"Came here with my wife and our newborn son for a quick dinner. All of the people who work here are super kind and friendly. Talking about the food,we..."

Alen Markovic Buzalja

"☀️Summer in the city means lunch on @formentoschi patio. Homemade pasta, fresh salads, appetizers for the table, friendly, attentive service and..."

Julie

"A wonderful date night with the wife. Drinks for starters, in which the Luna Loop was my favorite. A smoky mezcal delight. The Bucatini Carbanara..."

Donovan Howard

"My family and I visited this restaurant with the aim of experiencing its italian offerings, and we were pleasantly surprised by the exceptional..."

Jose Castaneda

"As always when driving up from Fort Wayne, we made sure to make reservations at Formento’s. This is the best Italien place in Chicago!! And their..."

Jackie B

"I had the sweet corn dish, it had very unique flavors. It was a ravioli stuffed with ricotta cheese and a beautiful butter lime sauce. You want to..."

Trishika Reddy

"Came for restaurant week and had a great time! 4 courses for $59 a person is hard to beat. Food was all good, nothing blew my mind but that doesn’t..."

Chloe

"Amazing Italian food! I judge Italian restaurants based upon their non-pasta dishes. There were plenty to go around and lots to try. We had a large..."

Steven

"Early dinner starting at 6pm wasn't busy/crowded at all. Sat outside where there was more tables available outside than I would've expected and..."

Caius

"We made a reservation at Formento's for a group of 4 since we had friends visiting. The interior of the restaurant is well done and we sat at a table..."

Scott Schenkelberg

"The food was good, I especially didn't expect the tomato basil soup to be served in such a big bowl. The Mezzaluna pasta was really good if you're..."

Aravindh Murali

"Went here for Mother’s Day brunch and it was amazing. This is My family and I’s favorite place to dine. The energy here is always good and the..."

Marissa Honore

"Great service, food excellent, drinks immaculate; order the Electric Garden from Joey at the bar - really captures the spirit of..."

Jesse Yan

Petterino's

81/100 (5357 ratings)

Ravioli with Burrata Cheese

Pasta

Beer

Spiced Limoncello Martini

Fettucine with Mushrooms

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Wheelchair Accessible

"Fantastic ambiance, with the decor and celebrity caricatures, which compliments the great food. We also recommend the waiter, Daniel, that..."

Di Dillingham Dellinger

"We came in for an early dinner before attending a show, around the corner from the Chicago Theatre. My aunt, mom and dad and I were greeted warmly..."

Bradley Colson

"Petterino’s is a classic place. They have great and efficient staff that made the experience feel authentic. Nothing we ate was sub par- everything..."

Alexander Devon Campbell

"Great drinks to start ... my bloody was great with just the right amount of bite . My girl had a French martini... perfection. Calamari app was..."

Dave Stetko

"We had reservations and were seated immediately. Our server was excellent and the food was awesome! Would definitely..."

Dawn Guinto Bonner

"The 5 cheese ravioli was to die for! As was the chocolate mousse cake. This is a fine restaurant and wonderful dining..."

Leslie Stone Swearinger

"Planning on another trip to Chicago just to eat here again! The service was great and the food was amazing. Best crab cakes we’d ever had and..."

Betsy Hoekzema Nowak

"Service was great! Drinks and food were wonderful...overall a great experience. Highly..."

Sara Rose June

"We went early before the dinner crowd and it was wonderful! We didn’t have to wait long for our food. And it was delicious! The service was..."

Andrea Gonzalez

"Such a wonderful meal and delightful experience. We were a party of six and every one of us age 16 to 55 loved their meal. Our waiter was very..."

Lynne Budig

"The food and atmosphere was amazing. I really enjoyed everything, including the coffee and the most professional..."

Leslie Gallegos Garon

"Great food. Theatre show dinner menu with lots of options and 3 courses. Convenient to eat and valet then walk to all the theatres near..."

Tanya Walery

"Amazing service in a great location in the loop. We had an amazing waiter who gave us honest opinions on the items on the menu and also gave my kids..."

Otis Gatlin

"We drove into Chicago from Michigan on the Friday before Labor Day. After we parked the car, it was already after 8:00pm, so we found this place on..."

s e s h a

"Classic Italian restaurant well located next to the Goodman theatre. Beautiful decor with some great sketches of famous actors on the walls. Service..."

John Kurton

"Wonderful service!!! Seriously top notch. The waitress was slammed and the manager came over and took care of us to help out her team. You can tell..."

Lindsey James

"The perfect place to grab some appetizers and cocktails before seeing a show in the theatre district - the caricatures covering the walls make for..."

Sydney Musselman

"Near faultless food, certainly for the price it would be hard to argue with either the burrata (highly recommended), the house salad (tastefully..."

Walter

"Stopped in on a whim, without knowing anything about the restaurant. Was taken care of by Eddie, who was fantastic! He recommended a great glass of..."

Jody Hunter

"The food, cocktails and beer were delicious. Our waiter was also wonderful. I never had an empty drink. We had the shrimp as an appetizer.I had the..."

Jennifer Winthurst

"Oh my word! We took a chance and walked in without reservations, and I'm so happy we did! The place was packed, so we sat at the bar. The service was..."

Beena White

"Pleasantly surprised that we were able to be seated earlier than our reservation, even though it was a busy Friday night. The waiter was thoughtful..."

Jackie Fiedler

Eduardo's Enoteca

81/100 (1632 ratings)

"Wonderful meals, discovered the best olives and wine. Wonderful service. Small and cozy,..."

Tina Brander

"Great wine, food and chill spot. Some very good Italian wines to chose..."

Hugo Monteleone

"Great atmosphere, wonderful food and amazing..."

Stan P Meadows

"Delicious food in a really great environment and..."

Nick Kowalski

"Hidden gem in the Gold Coast. Wine flights and incredible..."

Denise Kolodge Warwick

"It was a great place to unwind after my trip into Chicago. The waitstaff was..."

Kim Gill Shuler

"So good! Fantastic service and food! We will certainly be going..."

Sharon Malczynski

"The Sage Butter..."

Emily O'Connor

"Went here for a spur-of-the-moment anniversary dinner and was not disappointed. Everything was great from our gracious server to the delicious food...."

Jessica Stubbs

"Not only did the pasta melt in your mouth but the appetizers were full of fall flavor! The small intimate restaurant was very lively and provided a..."

Francesca Bacino

"Visited a Monday night. It wasn't too crowded with places outside or inside (July season). Food was good but the appetizer was small, 4 bites and..."

Patrick Desjardins

"Cozy ambience and great food. Tried it for the first time this weekend and it was a wonderful experience. The service was a bit slow but our waiter..."

Samruddhi Kapileshwar

"Excellent food. I was quite surprised with how good my bolognese was as I expect it to be pretty safe and generally OK, but it really was above the..."

Josh Rudis

"Eduardo's has a wonderful atmosphere, very warm and welcoming. The aesthetics are fantastic, it's a great place to enjoy a meal. Service was..."

Luis R

"Our waitress Melissa was PHENOMENAL! Food was delicious and savory. Drinks poured to perfection. Atmosphere was cozy and beautiful. Can't wait to go..."

D Traylor

"Very decent place. I used to go Marios table(opposite from the street) a lot, but now I prefer coming here. Pizza options are sufficient. Appetizers..."

Wuliao Hao

"The bacon wrapped dates were amazing! The pizza was delicious and unique. Not your normal motzerello cheese flavor - way..."

kkpsyop1

"The manager was the BEST(I realized I never got her name). BUT She was so sweet and welcoming while giving us all of the best recommendations. It was..."

Bailey Moran

"lovely patio experience! the chicken panini on focaccia was delicious, buttery fries and nice pickle. The watermelon mint salad was a light..."

Jonathan Rodriguez

"As an avid Italian food eater, Eduardo’s hit the nail on the head with their delectable wines, fresh ingredients, and welcoming service. For..."

Sophia Upshaw

"Beautiful restaurant with enough seating. Especially alot of outdoor seating. Great that its has a reservation system as everyone is out trying to..."

Kln Wg

"We recently went to Italy, and Eduardo's Arancini was better than all of Italy's. We've been here 4 times this year and we can't wait to go back..."

David Brown

"Very friendly place! Got a beautiful view, cozy hitters and black napkins! As I like. Happy to have it as my first Chicago dining..."

Regina Guzanova

"The cocktails aren’t watered down and the arancini was really tasty The people are very friendly and attentive as..."

Amber Y

Filini Bar And Restaurant

80/100 (1878 ratings)

"It was my first visit. Atmosphere was good and any staffs were professional. I ordered a tenderloin steake with a red wine, Fillini salad and Fillini..."

Masayuki Imagawa

"I've been here several times. Excellent food, wine selection, and service. I held a small event in the bar last night. The staff was delightful to..."

Paula Weigel

"There was a mishap that caused our table to wait more than an hour for our food, but our server kept us up to date in it's status and ended up..."

Sara Jankowski

"Food and drinks were great! The place is beautiful and the staff is..."

MrsChecomsuh Antquenell Masirnelli-Woods

"We really enjoyed the breakfast buffet. It is not your typical buffet. Custom made eggs, pancakes and waffles. Fresh fruits and breads. It was..."

Hillary Steele

"Kelly was our server and she was awesome. I also met Sonya, the F&B Supervisor who was very professional. Nice job..."

Margo Reiter

"Great food, very relaxed atmosphere to hang out with friends. Wait staff is very attentive and..."

Deb Schoenthaler

"We celebrated our 2 year anniversary here and had the best dessert and drinks ever! We were helped by an amazing server by the name of donielle ( I..."

Lisa Quintero Perez

"This place is fantastic. I was staying across the street, but came over for dinner twice in 1 week. Excellent food, drinks, and service (especially..."

Laura Boomer

"I just had dinner at Filini on August 8th. The staff was very friendly and helpful, especially our server, Emily. She paid close attention to every..."

Joni Wyche Rudenski

"I went for my b day and I absolutely loved it. The good was great the atmosphere was layed back. I'm definitely coming..."

Fannie Braggs TF

"We had a great time at FireLake, with a more accurate score being 4.5. The ambiance was great, our server was thoughtful and attentive, but not..."

J M.

"Came in for lunch Saturday and was pleasantly surprised at how good the food was. Ordered a burger, fries, and a coke, and it all came out to about..."

Ted Kim

"This place is inside The Radisson Hotel. The food was fresh and hot off the grill. The beer-battered cheese curds were big cheesy and crunchy. The..."

Sandra C

"Food was pretty tasty! I had the roasted corn salad and my boyfriend had the (3) sliders / we split the Flatbread. Drinks were good and nothing to..."

Ben Ireland

"From day 1 to day 4 our breakfast always something surprising and always in huge portion. Friendly staff who always look after us. Always table for..."

Rea Rubio-Stock

"The grilled chicken sandwich that I ordered off the menu was SO good that I came back for lunch two days later and ordered the exact same..."

Erik O

"The buffet was wonderful!! You usually expect so so free breakfast meals at hotels; but I enjoyed my breakfast and the spread they had was..."

Christopher Bland

"I stopped in for lunch and had the Turkey Panini with bacon, spinach, tomato, and dijonnaise on sourdough. I am not sure what kind of magic they used..."

Tallis Lockos

"Food was delicious and very well seasoned. Waiter was funny and worked hard to make sure everyone sitting was happy. Not only was the food well..."

Melanie Walitschek

"The mushroom risotto was fantastic; the lemon sauted mushrooms added a nice depth of flavor. I recommend "THE BLU COMBO"; 4 Pieces Nigiri Sushi..."

Joseph Flowers

"The Margareta Flatbread was very..."

Deb Riedel

"The cheese curds were incredible! The chicken pot pie was very good though super decadent. I came with a large group, and all of the other food..."

Lauren Hensley

Bruna's Ristorante

"Great restaurant and great service I would recommend the truffle ravioli and tiramisu. Service was great and waiters were friendly. The restaurant..."

Elon van Rhein (Elonvr)

"Felt like Goodfellas walking to the back in the seating area lol. Food is amazing fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and rack of lambs was..."

Xavier Lucio

"Always a pleasure eating here. From time to time I make my way over for a great meal. Today was one of those days. I sat at the bar, was served..."

Vincenzo

"Amazing place!!! Went to try this place on a whim and did not regret it. Lovely back area with lots of seating. The service was phenomenal. Very..."

Dulse Delgado

"I can't say enough good things about this place, their food it's outstanding. We just had lunch and truly enjoyed. As a suggestion, please, let you..."

Giovanna Dalmares

"We dined outdoors on a beautiful evening and food was excellent, including the bread. :) Also enjoyed an appetizer of sausage and peppers, followed..."

Maria D

"If you are looking for that old classic Italian feel, look no further! This is your spot! Dena, our server was so lovely, not to mention the others..."

Jennifer Mondragon

"Small intimate setting with a quaint old world feel to it this place will make you feel like you’re in old Italy! The portions are large as to be..."

Tasheba Fair

"It was extremely good food! We met family there who were all in town for my daughter's run in the Chicago Marathon. The spaghetti dish she had was..."

Kathy Revenaugh

"Perfect place for a celebration dinner with friends. Excellent food and service was great. Favorites were the linguine alla genovese, baked mussels, ..."

Amanda Jean Iverson

"I love this place! I’ve been here a few times and enjoy it every time. I got the chicken Marsala and my boyfriend got the veal scaloppini. The..."

Nans Pad

"Great authentic Italian atmosphere, great Owner, great food, you just need to be patient for fresh food on crowded days..."

Vero Padilla

"What a great place!! The food and service were outstanding!! Eyes rolling back delicious from beginng to end.Our waitress Nina was very attentive and..."

Sheila Dohrmann

"By far the best Italian food in the city! They have a patio with tents separating each table. Perfect for social distancing and completely cozy with..."

Lisa McCune

"Incredible everything!! The very best Italian food in Chicago!! There’s a reason this wonderful restaurant has been around for so many..."

Gilat Zamost

"This place is awsome. Their scallops were incredible. Will definitely come back! Awsome little..."

Yael Garcia

"Only the finest Italian food in all Chicago!!!!! This place is definitely worth all your time and..."

The Leopard

"Favorite spot of Oakley Ave restaurants. In operation since the 30s. Food was very good. Very consistent with large portions. Service was very..."

John Doerrer

Orso's Restaurant

80/100 (2116 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"The spot is unique - very old school Italian vibes but still classy. Food is fantastic, flavorful and portions are massive. Couple of special..."

Karan Hariani

"Beautiful interior. Food is delicious and comes in very large portions. Waiter was thoughtful and helpful. Definitely a nice place I would recommend..."

John Schwenker

"A fantastic place to have a chill dinner with friends with great drinks and food! I always request the back patio when I go to Orso’s and I love..."

Suhail Peer

"Recommend: the service and atmosphere is great, will be back. I recommend the Tortellaci al Prosciutto, Salmon Vesuvio, portobello alla griglia, and..."

S. D.

"Had an amazing dinner (prior to seeing a comedy show at Second City!) Fresh pasta and wonderful live piano! Really enjoyed the calamari fritti and..."

Chris Wolf

"I believe a guy by the name of Antonio was my server. He was well knowledgeable of the menu and the jalapeño gnocchi is all you need here. The..."

The Keith-Donovan Experience

"Beautiful interior classic Italian restaurant. My wife had the salmon and I had the meat ravioli. Both were amazing I highly recommend this..."

Derrick

"Friend’s favorite restaurant. We now know why….we agree she has great taste. Super comfortable Italian family restaurant. Felt like we were in a..."

S R

"Great Italian food. The burrata was very fresh and delicious. Great service as well. Chicken Marsala was nicely..."

Parwinder Taank

"Food is amazing took a bit to come out but was worth it. We got the bread and butter, farmer’s salad, omlette and mushrooms and turky pesto panini..."

bassem fakhouri

"Delicious food with reasonable pricing. Made reservations before hand. Waited about 30 minutes to be seated. I specifically reserved for the main..."

Amalia

"Went there for weekend lunch. Great pasta and appetizers. We were disappointed by their Cesar..."

Florence M

"Neat outdoor patio space with great service. Feels more inviting to me than some of it's surrounding neighbors, and I bet it's really charming at..."

joey G

"Sweet cozy place with yummy food This is the second time I am here with my Fiancé. And we love this place. Ambiance- beautiful. Smaller space but..."

Vibha B

"This place was just wonderful. Great service, amazing food, loved the decor and the building, loved the piano player and the impromptu performance..."

Brandy Wiggins

Bella Luna Cafe

"Like many, DDD lead us to Bella Luna. We are a family of 5 with two teenagers and a 21 year old. All of us were happy and full upon leaving! We..."

T H

"Can I give this establishment 10 stars please!? ********** Homemade ravioli cooked to perfection...so so tender, meat delicately placed inside to..."

Kizzy

"I came here for the first time today and had bruschetta and spaghetti bolognese for lunch. The tomatoes and bread were perfect and fresh, and the..."

Réjane Pierre

"The food here is good, the price is good, and the people are great. They are certainly under staffed but as soon as they figure out to hire an..."

Malcolm Godwin

"Quite happy with this venue. We saw it on DD&D and tried the pizza they made. The owner was present and helped us. He is super friendly and..."

Tyrone Flowers

"I ordered a 7 inch pizza, which was excellent. The place was clean and cozy. Also Alex was definitely one of the best and friendliest servers I've..."

Nick Jansen

"Returned here after several years and it was just as good as I remembered. My daughter and I had a great evening. Low key atmosphere, very friendly..."

Michelle Borman

"Absolutely fantastic, also make sure you check out the Family Secrets tour. This excellent establishment has some interesting history to go right..."

jondrell13

"Outstanding!! In from out of town, wanted to have true Chicago Deep dish, but wanted to avoid the chains. This place was on point! Gentleman that..."

James Coy

"Love this restaurant! Me my husband and stepdaughter stopped in here and felt so welcomed. The service and food was superb, I felt at home. The..."

Joannah sambucci

"Bella Luna's was amazing! The atmosphere here was very welcoming and cozy! The staff was stellar, really really sweet and the pizza and ravioli was..."

Lynx of Hearts

"Well worth the detour off the beaten path.Deep dish was excellent. Highly recommend starting with the antipasto.Manager/bartender was very..."

omelette du fromage

"This little bar has some good pizza! Went there because of DDD and it was a cozy little place. The staff was so friendly and offered us drinks while..."

Melissa Smith

"I felt bad for the wait staff and kitchen as they seemed a little short staffed, but service and food were great! I loved the Italian beef sandwich..."

Zachary Knowlton

"Excellent food and service. Was there recently in Chicago. Nice place and very good thin crust pizza, Chicago deep dish pizza normally sux so try..."

Joseph Hall

"Food (homemade authentic) was amazing!!! The service was just as great. Will definitely be back to try more of the menu items!!! If you haven’t..."

Monica A.

Il Porcellino

79/100 (7786 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Drinks

Dinner

Mid-range

"I enjoyed this place for sure. We went for my husbands birthday with two kids and they were very family friendly. They brought us tiny arancini on..."

Nico Fratto

"I celebrated my bachelorette dinner at this place . The food was excellent,staff were attentive and very polite, and the drinks were superb. I would..."

Tasha Carmelo

"In our first trip to Chicago from NYC we were blown away with this restaurant. Everything from the drinks, to the food, to the ambiance and the staff..."

Kira Wildes

"Amazing Everything. I was in for a 5 pm dinner this past saturday and tried the Family Style dinner with friends and everything was delicious, the..."

Renae Agnes

"The people was very nice and friendly and also the manager. The food is excellent from the appetizer, to the entree and dessert. I will recommend..."

Irene Mallari

"Il Porcellino is exactly what an old school Italian restaurant should be. Sinatra in the background, nice wine list, food like Nana would make,..."

Patrick O'Malley

"Excellent meal, great service. Would definitely recommend to anybody looking for good Italian food and service. Have to commend Jayare in particular..."

Eddie O'Kane

"Spent the weekend in Chicago for our anniversary and found this place on a whim.. Happened to read the menu while walking by and immediately saw..."

Geoff Davis

"Food was delectable, great selections and generous portions. Love the ambience, the music. Service was fast and our waiter was the..."

Katherine Cloney

"The food was delicious! We started with cocktails & two appetizers, the Buratta & the meatballs. The complimentary arancini was a welcome surprise!..."

Ernestine Bettini

"Great place to eat, service great very friendly would go back when in Chicago ( visiting for..."

Paul Blackwell

"E' fantastico , io sono italiana e confermo che rispecchia la vera cucina italiana. Con un tocco americano per quanto riguarda i coktail spettacolari..."

Bruna Morat

"We dined at Il Porcellino on a Saturday night. It was quite busy and fairly loud. The restaurant was decorated nicely and clean. The menu is fairly..."

Janine Faille

"This is one of the best meals I’ve had in my life. The gnocchi bolognese was to die for, it’s so fluffy and delicious. The atmosphere was so..."

Brooke Nowak

"Il Porcellino surpassed expectations with its delicious Italian fare. Celebrating Christmas Eve there was a delight, thanks to the inviting vibe and..."

Ruby Dhatt

"Very very good atmosphere for chatting and having dinner! The lasagna tastes a bit salty but still very tasty! I wished I could have stayed longer..."

孫紹庭（Shao-Ting Sun）

"Went here a few months ago. Food was amazing, service was great. The waitress was so sweet and very accommodating of my food allergies. They have..."

Stephanie Malak

"Such a nice place! The atmosphere gets my full 5 stars! Service is nice too. We were a larger group but the server never forgot what I asked for...."

Christopher Liserio

"Great pasta restaurant, I had the chicken penne. It was actually slightly spicy even though it was a creme red sauce. Over the chicken was cooked..."

Brett Gottfried

"Loved our meal! A really incredible steak with what I thought would be just fired were so much more! Their donuts and tiramisu which were the..."

Honey Nett

"Dinner was excellent. Highly recommend the whole loaf garlic bread, the burrata lasagna, and the spiced apple cake. The service was also amazing-..."

Chase Wiggs

"We had an outstanding experience at II Porcellino for dinner today. The restaurant is beautiful, the northern Italian cuisine is fantastic, and the..."

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