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"THIS PLACE IS AMAZING!!! Was in Chicago for a little and came here based on a friend’s recommendation. The wait (without a reservation) was shorter..."

Jenn Farrell

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Patrick Fernitz

Michael Nielsen

Club Lago

84/100 (1088 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

Non-smoking restaurants

"Quaint place with Chicago charm. I sat at the bar and had a couple drinks and baked clams. The offered generous pours and excellent flavor. The..."

Charles B. Johnson

"The neighborhood's best place to grab lunch or a beer after work. Shockingly reasonable prices for River North, delicious food, and high quality..."

Percy Hatcherson

"Now don't get me wrong, we are not talking gourmet fair. This is a local hang out, down to the cops eating in the corner in uniform and the guys..."

J'aime J. Huret

"We never would have known about this wonderful restaurant had I not purchased the Groupon. We will definitely return. The food was like home-cooking,..."

Marlene Cohen Balik

"Great old school Italian restaurant. Great food, wine and staff. Take the time to have an after dinner drink at the bar with Paul #1. Any place..."

Fred Ruda

"Amazing old-school Italian American joint in the heart of the city. Great service, amazing hosts, and food that puts anyone else’s to shame. The..."

Ernie Morganstern

"We came for a bachelorette party, and the staff and owner took amazing care of us! Great food, and great people! Thank you for making our..."

Lauren Burton

"Great old school Italian food, great people , great service, very reasonable..."

Robert Ori

"Awesome food. Best chicken parm around. Service is excellent. Its a must try if you are in the..."

Jaclyn Kelly

"Had lunch and my God it was delicious. Excellent service and recommendation from Johnny. He even give us information and recommendations on places to..."

Nawal Zioui

"Me and my son walked in for a quick snack for him and a quick brew for me. We were immediately welcomed by multiple workers! Everyone here was super..."

harry sterling

"I've patronized Lago for years but yesterday I celebrated my 40th birthday there with my family. The food blew us away. The music and ambiance made..."

ryan voss

"Nostalgic Chicago style Italian restaurant with attached bar. I had pasta and salad. I went with an Italian friend and he said it tastes just like..."

Gerald Brett

"The sandwich was supposed to be the best with succulent Italian beef. It was ok to me. This place was one of the stops for the Chicago walking food..."

Annette Goh

"This is the best restaurant for kids in Chicago. We brought a group of 3 girls under 10. The food was portioned by the half for them, they cut up our..."

Edmundo Rodriguez-Frias

"Amazing Italian food, authentic place filled with history! Lovely people. Get the..."

Isabelle ruiz

"A small family place , good food , everyone minds his business. It’s perfect They got an old fashion toilet with the pull chain… wait,sorry,..."

Gene Jarka

"Club Lago is a unique, old-school, charming experience. The decor is somewhere from the 50's with random bits of 80's thrown in. The staff is..."

Jamie Hopkins

"Traditional Italian in the cutest space. Feels like I’m in my grandmas kitchen! Everything we had was phenomenal and the service was impeccable...."

Carole Sorensen

Cafe Ba-ba-reeba!

84/100 (5871 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"Tl;dr: been coming here for years and the food is consistent and delicious. It’s getting more popular so reservation is almost a must now. I’d..."

Samir Atiya

"amazing!! definitely met my high expectations from reading other reviews. the food was absolutely delicious, and the portions were perfect (not too..."

L G

"Always a great experience. Potatas Bravas, Peach Sangria, and paella are always staples but we always go with at least a few people so we can get a..."

Aian Mazumder

"It was my first time here, I usually don't write reviews on the first visit but everything was outstanding. Sammy our bartender was AMAZING! We..."

Ana Leugim

"By far our favorite place!! The food is absolutely delicious every single time. We have been here for brunch and dinner, It’s worth every second...."

Morgana

"Super lively atmosphere. Fun and buzzing. We tried damn near one of everything. Nothing disappointed. Must haves: goat cheese baked in tomato sauce,..."

Christopher Merrill

"tried this place for the first time on a Monday night for dinner, it was super busy and we did not have a reservation but we were able to get a spot..."

Sara Sherrin

"Super cute spot with amazing flavors. Conveniently located in Lincoln Park, the place offers a wide variety of options for a brunch. Our sangria was..."

Anand Rangarathnam

"Love this spot! I’ve been coming here for a couple of years now for happy hour and have never been disappointed. Drink-wise, the happy hour menu is..."

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"Service was impeccable and friendly, the food was amazing and the atmosphere was alive and vibrant! Plenty of dairy free options..."

Han Kim

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

Piece

84/100 (6938 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I love this place. The best crust, sauce, and toppings. The beer is amazing..."

Andrew DeLude

"Incredible Staff, Beer, and Pizza. The beer list is updated regularly with new additions as well as guest draughts. Can’t go wrong with decent..."

Dan Kujala

"I could argue they have the best pizza in Town.Staff can be bettet but as long as the pizza is excellent i dont need immaculate..."

Slobodan Dzikoski

"Pizza is always delicious, friendly staff and great brew selection. I make it a point to stop into Piece each time I’m in..."

Rachel McDermott

"Good food, great atmosphere and attentive staff. Would highly..."

Tim DeVargas

"Great food and excellent beer and service! Thanks to our server Liz! Always a good time and great to have parties in the..."

Jan Anschutz Fritzsche

"Great pizza and great service ! Been there a couple of times they get busy so go early to grab a table it's worth the..."

Annie Lopez

"Had a great time at Piece! Our server was great and we really enjoyed our food. The lunch special was applicable on weekends, the food was fresh, and..."

A H

"Had been wanting to come here for some time. Was the first in the door for lunch and got my beer right away. I was half way through it before the..."

Jay Onken

"Under construction but once inside you don't really notice... The pizza was very good... Thin crust was able to support multiple toppings. The crust..."

L. Ski

"We ordered half non dairy cheese. The other side regular cheese. We had toppings, but they only put toppings on one side. So to remedy the..."

Clay Thomas

"Haven’t been here in years, still slaps! Everything made to order, very fresh. The spinach dip we ordered was very good as well. Try to go at odd..."

Laura Blakely

"Great thin crust chicken pizza - crunchy is the name of the game. Perfect for 3 people. Wow. What a pairing with beer. Sadly no ciders on tap 😢..."

Fei Yu

"The pizza at Piece is very good. We had the Heirloom Tomato White pizza and it was delicious. The beers were good too but selection was limited to..."

Kevin Wojdak

"We arrived right at open on a Friday and were seated promptly. The servers were friendly and attentive. We shared an XL (or whatever the biggest size..."

DaMarcus Zeroth

"Never disappoints! Easily best thin crust in Chicago and within a 1000 miles! Had white clam and bacon and a pepperoni. Bacon & onion. So Delicious!..."

Ed Rascati

"First timer. Beer was great. Highly recommend the beer flight if you're not sure what you want. Pizza was good, but not life changing. The staff was..."

Bryan Barry

"This place is nice, the beer choice of beers is amazing. I tried their strongest beer . The biz it will get you going. The pizza is amazing and the..."

Boom Boom

"Been going to Piece for years & it is consistently very good. An astounding variety of options & combinations to please almost any taste. Excellent,..."

Death Party

"Great place for New Haven style pizza, and beer's brewed in-house! The dessert chocolate pizza is a treat you have to try! Area parking can be a..."

Keith m_k

"Good pizza spot, you definitely get a big size of pizza but you pay for every cent of it. Large is $28, seems a little pricey for me but nonetheless,..."

Derek Siroin

"The pizza was tasty, but the price definitely leans more on the expensive side. Their small is more like a medium. Be prepared to share or take home..."

Justin Hall

"Such a cool experience. Really trendy and Modern. The menu is also up to date with newer recipes and dishes. The pizza is AMAZING. I would put it in..."

Anthony Herrera

"Been wanting to come here for a while and finally made it !! Huge pies, especially the large that's readily shared among 3-5 people. But if you want..."

Bessy Tam

"Very accommodating for a group of 9 with two kids. High chairs are available for the low top tables. We ordered 2 large pans and it was plenty for..."

Grace Hussein

Svea Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

"Got to check out Svea with my friend and let me say it was great, so let me get into it! The food was amazing every bite made me want to order..."

Steve Bae

"For brunch this is the place to go. The meats provided in the breakfast plates are amazing. They have a unique mustard that is really good on the..."

Reuben Reyes

"Super tasty! We dined at the counter because it was packed so we got to sit instantly. I had the falukorv sausage with eggs and potatoes. Delicious!..."

Mark Collado

"Awesome little place. Great food and great..."

Matt Phillips

"As someone who has no Swedish things to go to besides Ikea in Ohio, this is Amazing. Delicious..."

Will Trotti

"Stopped in here on my way out of town and truly enjoyed it! We were greeted and sat quickly. Our server checked in on us regularly and the food came..."

ericka arreola

"My first time having Swedish food me and my family went in for breakfast, and everyone sampled a different plate just to see how the food was going..."

Mike Parreno

"Really good food and fun little visit. Unique vibe and authenticity in the menu with Swedish dishes and..."

Kevin Smith

"My wife and I were hungry for brunch this past Sunday after coming to town to see the Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade. We decided on this Swedish..."

Derreck

"Solid traditional Swedish-American Diner. You are not from Chicago if you haven't had pancakes and sausage at Svea in..."

Steve Wall

"Tasty breakfast, and..."

Wilson Joe

"From the whimsical tablecloths to the friendly service, brunch here was a treat from start to finish. I really wanted to try the potato pancakes, but..."

Erin RavenSkye

"The food was the life changing kind of good, the service was so great, down to earth people comers and goers as well as the staff, in fact. Really..."

Iain Williams

"Freshly updated atmosphere great Swedish pancakes. Highly recommend. Then coming here since I was a..."

Brian Lowe

"This is the kind of review I hate to write. Svea is amazing in every way: perfectly located, great pricing, unbelievable food, exceptional service,..."

Eamon Daly

City Winery Chicago

84/100 (5145 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Went to see one of my favorite artist of all time KeKe Wyatt first time at this venue and I would say that I was very impressed. What a beautiful..."

Monique Morris

"I went to City Winery's 11th Anniversary event. The weather was great so we (friend & I), sat outside. The wine & appetizers were great. The ambiance..."

M Machelle Whiting

"First time here, came to see Raheem DeVaughn. Very good show. Excellent intimate venue. Seating is tight(very close together). Food was ok, and..."

Vince B

"Nice intimate venue. Loved my tickets because I was right at the stage and it felt like I was a part of the show. The food was pricey but good and..."

Jennifer Purefoy

"I had an absolutely exquisite dining experience at City Winery. The food was nothing short of incredible, with each dish showcasing a perfect blend..."

Klaudia Buras

"It was cousins date night and part birthday shenanigans for me! We had an AWESOME time last night! The band was lit! The comedian, Damon Williams and..."

QUEEN BEE

"I don't have anything negative to say about this place. Beautiful scenery, beautiful staff and a vast selection of drinks. Our waiter was very..."

Courtney Jones

"This place is definitely hit or miss in terms of service. We were there a week ago and had a fantastic waiter, Brian. It was our first time visiting..."

MyrealtorPat McGowan

"I had front stage tickets for Mike Phillips last night. He put on a fantastic show for 2 hours. The wine was great. I had a Rose' wine and I ate the..."

Christopher Loving

"Great venue all around for wine events, live music, parties, dinner, etc. The space is huge and has a nice vibe. Love all the decorations. Lighting..."

karina k

"ALWAYS warm hospitality, unique gourmet food & fabulous wine. The “IDES of MARCH” NEVER disappoint, after all they’re Chicagoland’s Very Own..."

CAB

"Bodeans play here every year around this time. Always sold out because they're amazing with loyal..."

Nancy Hulme

"Jim Peterek and the Ides of March were fantastic! Better than expected. For a band that was formed in 1964 they can still rock!! Please have them..."

tim costello

"First time at this location. Valet parking was attentive and we didn’t have to wait long for our vehicle after the show. Very nice venue. Great..."

Felicia White

"I frequent the sound room and I enjoy it everytime. They recently changed the menu and besides missing the Brussel Sprouts it's very diverse...."

Kelvin Mason

Frankie's Scaloppine

84/100 (1393 ratings)

"Just got take-out lunch and ate at the mall tables outside the restaurant proper, but very good! Not sure I’d make the place a dinner destination,..."

Gunjan Bali

"We have visited every time while in Chicago. Hot dogs are amazing. Love the chopped salad too. The atmosphere is great too. Be prepared to wait in..."

Rajiv Sinha

"We got right in, the service was extremely nice and also fast, and the pizza was DELCIOUS. One pizza can easily be split by two people, I highly..."

Catherine

"Best brick oven pizza ever. And I'm from..."

Bob Thomson

"Unbelievable lunch today. We were all taken off guard, because the food was so good. What does a kid's cheese pizza usually taste like? "Nothing to..."

Todd Tabacchi

"Amazing!. Great food, great service! We asked the concierge at the hotel and they told us it was just a little pizza place... WRONG! It has so much..."

Luther.samantha

"Awesome stuff. Best Veal Marsala outside of Mom's kitchen, and it's gluten free! Knowledgeable staff and a delightful staff- you will forget you're..."

Yur T. Master

"Great food! Ravioli w/marinara rocked. Try with Ruffino Superiore Chianti. Veal Piccata very good also. Great atmosphere inside. Service is good...."

Greg

"Had early supper of pizza and beer. Ingredients were fresh, waiter was helpful, but for my taste, pizza could have cooked..."

Jack Edward Holdford

"Delicious!. I love scaloppine and this place hit the spot. Prices, especially for lunch, are extremely affordable. Service was great, and for being..."

Bazoo

"Tasty Cheap Lunch Spot. Had rigatoni with italian sausage. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the tomato cream sauce was delicious. Also had a slice..."

Tmoney

"Wonderful service and $10 bottles of wine on Mondays and Tuesday. Truely a wonder little gem of chicago. Godspeed lettuce entertain..."

Seth Berman

"Frankie's Scaloppine delivers what the name would suggest. The chicken comes out flattened, properly topped, and tender. I was a little underwhelmed..."

Jeff

"I recently moved to Chicago, and not being a Chicago native, I have naturally been sampling many pizza places because why wouldn't you eat pizza in a..."

C. Batton

"The employees were polite, professional, friendly, and always maintained a positive attitude. The food was well prepared, in addition to being ready..."

NmE OW

"Had an opportunity to eat at Frankie's for Sunday brunch. Aww...we had party of 6 includes two baby need high chairs...Waiting time was pretty..."

Grace Joh

"One of the Best slices if not the best ive had in Chicago. I come here at least twice a week. Delicious slices, great price and fast service. The..."

conga garcia

"The location could not be better, on the fifth floor of the 900 North Michigan Avenue shopping center. While the patio is on the concourse of the..."

Alec Berin

"Tasty Cheap Lunch Spot. Had rigatoni with italian sausage. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the tomato cream sauce was delicious. Also had a slice..."

Torrey Vegter

"you will never have a bad meal here. I love this place as you feel like your in a little cocoon where you can relax and leisurely share fantastic..."

Vicki Montez

"My coworkers and I love to come to the bar area of this restaurant; it's private and the bar service extends to the tables. The bartender is..."

Jamie Birkner

"Located at 900 North MIchigan mall, Frankies is and Italian eatery with incredible cuisine. i love their wide variety of wood oven pizzas and their..."

Andrew Schultz

"friendly service. we enjoyed lunch there recently. mon. and tues a bottle of wine for $10 :) the baked spaghetti is good but very rich. the..."

Gretchen Dziadosz

"Off the beaten path - you probably wouldn't know it was here unless you came upon it by chance. Regardless, their pizza and classic Italian..."

Maddy Osman

"The food is consistently good. Nice variety of Italian dishes. Very nice, reasonably price selection of wines. Sometimes there is a..."

Myrtis Sullivan

Volare

84/100 (5562 ratings)

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

Bar Roma

84/100 (3155 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Amazing food! My favorite are the veal meatballs! Drinks are on point! Most welcoming place I’ve ever been to! The Chef is amazing and personally..."

Sylvia Gonzalez

"I really liked the look of the place, the menu is a delightfully different take on classic Italian. Cocktails were spot on. Bruschetta was very good...."

Ric Munoz

"Fantastic staff, especially the bartenders. It's a little upscale price wise, but it's certainly worth the few extra bucks. Highly recommended for..."

Justin Oliver Hartman

"Lamb Sliders appetizer followed with a steak grilled to perfection as well as a seafood pasta with squid ink you could actually taste, mussels and..."

Wade Childress

"Dining experience was superb! Wonderful evening with friends. High..."

Joan Preuss

"Beautiful place. We sat outside for brunch. Wasn't busy. We got great service and the food was..."

Alan Fischer

"The food, the service, the space, it all deserves 5 stars! We have been a fan of Chef Ramos for a while now and this time it was even better. We..."

Samantha Mathews Leon

"Absolutely amazing. Food drinks and service are completely on point. The decor is phenomenal. Definitely a must..."

Saverio Ferraro

"Best egg Benedict's I ever have. Fabulous food, awesome service, cannot wait to go back for dinner! Really wish you were on the south side but trust..."

Judie Jahny

"This food is a joy to eat. You'll first be enthralled by the atmosphere but that isn't even the best part - each bite will have you saying mmmm and..."

Kris Turner

"Bar Roma always provides an amazing dinner and 5 star service! I love love love the meatballs and suggest you try them all. The wine selections are..."

Chris Laughery

"I enjoyed my meal here. The menu is uncomplicated yet diverse. I had the oxtail pasta and an appetizer of fried calamari and shrimp. The meal was..."

Joshua Della Villa

"I don't know why I hadn't been there before! I was there Xmas eve, so were were seated very close to other tables (this may or may not be typical),..."

Jennifer Brown

"Food was amazing! I ordered the Pappardelle with braised oxtail. OMMMMMMMGGGGGGGGG. So good, service is outstanding, drinks were good and they have..."

Danielle Anderson

"First time to this restaurant in Andersonville and we truly Loved it. Everything about this place was exactly what I was looking for when I made my..."

Drew Villarreal

"Hi all 👋🏻 Time for another Wine & Pasta Wednesday! Today, coming from the westloop, was a bit of a hike but well worth it. Don’t think I’ve..."

Ryan Sullivan

"I had the lasagna and my sister had the gnocchi. Let me tell you, this was the best italian I’ve ever had in my life. We chatted with the waitress,..."

Lily Karmis

"Service and atmosphere was spot on. Large portions and reasonably priced for the three course meal. Not authentic italian dishes, but you won't walk..."

Chris Spadafora

"Absolutely fantastic food! The tortellini was amazing, my partner had the cacio y Pepe and said it was amazing and we also got the panna cotta which..."

Miranda

"Bar Roma is an absolute gem. They have some of the best Italian food in the city. The service is always excellent, and the staff are very nice and..."

Emily Mitchell

"Absolutely the Best Italian Restaurant in the city of Chicago The chef is Amazing! Had several dishes. Everything Was Perfection! Must try the..."

Peter Ramos

"Every dishes make us surprisingly, and all impressed from bread to the end of meal. The bread with olive oil and Cheese Parmesan was sooooo good, the..."

A H

"I believe this is one of the best restaurants in Chicago. The food is excellent, the keep excellent wines on their list, and the service is always..."

Timothy Andrew

Angelina Ristorante

84/100 (1513 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

Mercat A La Planxa

83/100 (2262 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"The food was delicious. It's our go to when in the mood for tapas! The drinks are inventive without being off-putting. The bartender was happy to..."

Gretchen

"If I could give a restaurant 10 stars, it would be Mercat a la Planxa. We have never had so much fun eating dinner. The service was incredible. ..."

Steve Reeves

"We tried both the chef experience menu and the paella and found stuffed to the brim with delicious tapas dinner! The place was beautifully decorated,..."

Thao Tran

"Large Spanish restaurant with good ambience and service. The taps are made to order and delicious. The patatas bravas are nicely spiced as is the..."

Mark LoGiurato

"Wonderful tapas! Enjoyed everything from olivas, to pan con tomate, and the brocolini were amazing! Service was superb and the dining area was..."

Pauli Undesser

"Lovely! Birthday dinner, greeted with glasses of sparkling Cava. We chose to dine in the Catalan style restaurant by choosing the Authentic menu of..."

Susan Henkel

"Paella catalana was very good, but the croquettes stole the show. The small paella is big enough for two and their tapas are pretty generous in size...."

Y S

"This was one of the better meals we have had in a long time. Every course was phenomenal, but the sliced pork, Octopus, Serrano Ham, and the..."

Roger

"Mercat a La Planxa is a Catalonian-inspired restaurant hidden off the lobby in the Blackstone Hotel. It is a very dramatic room. They offer a quite..."

Laslo Nimne

"Went there to celebrate a birthday. The waiter tried to push meat on us when we were already spending a ton of money and we order other meat..."

Jessica Long

"Great little spot if you are staying at the Blackstone. Good breakfast and I recommend the eggs..."

Joe Quatt

"Had brunch before a musical matinee. Was pleasantly surprised with the food, service & atmosphere. Will definitely go back for the burger with an..."

T.L. Wiersma

"Last visited in May...significant improvement since then. Chris, our server, Caesar, doubling as server and bus-person, and Chef Nick were at the top..."

Steve Ellsworth

"I would come back here without thinking twice! We were here for my husband's birthday and everything was wonderful! excellent attention, the place is..."

Maria Auxiliadora Urbina

"Celebrated Thanksgiving dinner. First experience with the small dishes. The wait staff was superior and extend great compliment to the..."

Marie Benet

Cafe Marbella Tapas

83/100 (2224 ratings)

"The restaurant is small but huge in flavor!!! I love the food there and the servers are amazing and friendly i have been like 4 times in the past..."

Linda Ovalle

"Great place for tapas! The staff, depends who get are rude...but in the most hilarious way! A wonderful place to go with groups of friends, celebrate..."

Michelle Lyons

"WE tried 4 different dishes and they were all delicious! The service was great and the atmosphere was lovely! We enjoyed our meal and experience..."

Cherri Pierangeli Kasdorf

"Wonderful food and nice atmosphere and a staff that took good care of us. One of my best dining experiences..."

Bob Zellmann

"My hubby and I love this hidden gem. We come here for the great..."

Rafaela Perez

"Best Tapas I've had so far! Even better than Iberico! Scallops, shrimp and stuffed avocados with lobster. So delicious! Will be back..."

Jenny Drabant

"Oh my good deliciosa la comida . Los pinchos de pollo riquisimos definitivamente recomiendo ke vayan a disfrutar el ambiente tan agradable y buen..."

Monica Roaro

"The food is amazing! These owners take pride in their food and their customers. Customer service is top..."

Matt Settler

"Loved the food. We had a number of plates and I think all of them were delicious. It is very filling and freshly made. I would definetly come here..."

Ronnie Frias

"Come in a few times a month and was there yesterday to celebrate my birthday. Some staples there that are absolutely amazing and always prepared..."

Anthony Allen

"Best place for tapas... The perfect amount of oil and just a little bit of spices so food doesn't lose the natural..."

Belen Neira

"Come often for dinner- always delicious!! Tuesday is no corkage BYOB..."

Amy Allen

"THe food was terrific, the customer service was awesome and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening at Marbella's..."

Dorothy Winkelman

"I can't find the words to even describe the feeling of happiness your taste buds will have after eating, either a meal or just having some of their..."

John A. Garrido Sr.

"Fantastic food and service. Such wonderful flavors...."

Patricia Connolly-Crespo

"As always, food was great, dessert hit the spot with a..."

Gustavo Miranda

"Our food and drinks came out quite fast and they were all superb. I had never tried escargot before and the one they had here was so delicious. Our..."

SlytherinPirate

"Excellent. Food was flavorful and service was attentive. 100%..."

Maria Fabiola Mata

"Amazing time here. Please come check it out :)))) amazing food and host Marie. Will be back again. January 6 came back again and it tasted sooooooo..."

Vinh Le

"There are a number of appreciable things about this quaint little place. They have an ever-changing variety of creations on their daily specials menu..."

R S

"It's not variety and unforgettable flavors like Cafe Iberio or high end tapas like Black Bull but Cafe Marbella it's hard to beat. Cafe Marbella..."

SPICY

"Cozy little Spanish restaurant with beautiful ambiance. The tapas we had (especially the Setas Al Ajillo - sautéed portobello mushroom with garlic,..."

MR Geverola

"Always fresh - always tasty. The specials are always the place to start. Make a reservation if you want to dine in. The have four tables outside..."

Kelly Hensen

"Love the food there but this time I try the paella and I didn't like it, the rice was flavorless it didn't have that seafood flavor the real paella..."

Scarlett Perez

"Great food! The portobello mushrooms were to die for. The decor a little dated but food is was really..."

Grace Castillo

"My first but not last visit.Nice comfortable setting inside and outside.Amazing food. We tried fish soup, raviolis, avocado salad, flat bread and..."

S B

"Stumbled upon this place while in the area. Great food and drinks at a reasonable price with an attentive server. Perfect for a low key date night...."

Emily B

"Everything we had was delicious. You must order the Spinach a la Catalana awesome. The espresso cake and ricotta and goat cheesecake were great...."

Maria Ortiz

"Amazing experience with the service, the food is authentic from Spain. Great selection of Spanish beers too. This is a hidden gem in..."

Ronny Morán

"Great food. Great people. A friendly neighborhood..."

Dan Gibbons

"Excellent food and service. They never fail to..."

Pam Rahhal

"My only and favorite Spanish restaurant. Food is tasteful amazing. Their salads are delicious.There always friendly. I love this place. Thank you for..."

Veronica Padillas

"I love this place. The food and service are great, and likely better than any other Tapas restaurant in Chicago. For instance, my wife and I went to..."

Michael Leb

Pinstripes

83/100 (3819 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"HUGE shoutout to our waiter Corey who made our Mother’s Day experience so amazing! He was so attentive, kind, and cool. Our true soulmate of a..."

Brett Vincke

"We managed to get a card for a free pizza before 5pm, I'm guessing to generate some revenue during slow business hours. Definitely no complaints, the..."

Kat Braetyllo

"When you take a 17 yr old boy for a cheeseburger and he mentions how great it was, it must have been really good. I had the veggie burger. It is..."

Alex Zain

"I love this place . We had a private room and the waitress we had was absolutely wonderful.We were treat like celebrities. We will come back..."

Patricia Floyd

"The best place to have a wedding! The ceremonial setting was beautiful, the food was great, Jessica and the wait staff were awesome, and the guests..."

Glory Margotte

"Great food great staff great place to watch..."

Craig Garrett

"Great Service, excellent food, along with polite and knowledgeable people!!!! Highly recommend!!!!! Don't forget to say hi to Riley Kirk when you go..."

Gina Goesse

"Atmosphere was fun. We sat at the bar during a menu change and my drink was forgotten about. I did re-ask for it and received it. The food was great;..."

Dawn Balak

"Thank you for accommodating 12 people at the last minute they were able to book us in 15 minutes after we called. The food was awesome. The..."

Kymberly Traveler

"Wonderful place to dine in with friends and family. They have indoor and beautiful outdoor seating to enjoy the Chicago river view through their..."

Manisha Barse

"We were in town visiting some friends, and we stopped here for a late lunch before heading over to the jazz festival in Millennium Park. The service..."

Rosie

"Me and my boyfriend had a date night here on 9/4/23 and everything was amazing the waitress had a attitude problem maybe she was having a bad day idk..."

Nikki Sweetz

"An exceptional place to have annual events. For any person that seldom goes out, your place to..."

Node Xlanuy

"Delicious spaghetti with meat sauce & meat balls, picalamari appetizer, and absolutely scrumptious lobster 🦞..."

Amie G.

"This is definitely a GREAT place to check out if your in search of affordable food and fun!!! I got their BLT which came with Parmesan fries and a..."

Devante Parks

"Sunday brunch here was amazing! The food presentation and taste were..."

Johnathan Tate

"I booked this place for a work event and it was a fantastic experience. The sales team was professional, responsive, and made the process for booking..."

Jen Keegan

"It is very important to make reservations beforehand. Loved playing Bocce indoors. Easy to order food and play while waiting for food. Next time, we..."

Cindi James

"The food was wonderful and the portion's were just..."

April Alston

"Super cool atmosphere, awesome outdoor dining by the slip, great happy hour and awesome steak deal on Tues!! Our waitress didn’t seem overly..."

lisa haase

"So my family Celebrated graduate’s of 2022, And let me just say the atmosphere was Really Good I Truly Enjoyed the music. Our waiter Tim was Very..."

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Piccolo Sogno

83/100 (10144 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"A friend and I came here last night for dinner, and absolutely loved it!! Highly recommend dining outside in the most gorgeous patio I have been to..."

Kristen Marie

"My family and I went to Piccolo Sogno to celebrate my dad’s birthday. Everything was beyond amazing! From the service, to the food, to the..."

Michelle Arellano

"Anyone who would give this establishment less than 5 stars is someone looking for fault. Starting with the host at the door through the wait staff,..."

Todd Shewchuk

"Went there because the restaurant we went before was over crowded with 2 hours waiting. It was meant to be! Friendly, amazing staff and service. The..."

Maribel Aguilar

"I love this place. Our server was very attentive to my lady & I. The food was amazing. We ate outside & the decor was very well thought out. Can't..."

Kyle David Herring

"Amazing food and exceptional wine list as well! Maribel was wonderful! Great midweek break week during a conference in the City. Had not been in a..."

Laura Naughton

"It was a wonderful experience when I went for my birthday dinner. The staff was wonderful and super friendly. The food was amazing and the dessert..."

Jennifer Miranda

"We've dined here many times and each time it's consistently good. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We also lucked out with great weather..."

Iolanda Ingrassia Goodfellow

"Have been here multiple times and the food, wine selection and service never cease to amaze me. From the specials to the menu main stays, Picolo..."

Pete Miserendino

"The restaurant is just beautiful. The food is amazing and the staff is just wonderful. I had a party of 12 and everything was perfect. This is the..."

Diana Petersen

"The mushroom and truffle risotto was the best I've ever had! Excellent attention to detail and fabulous service. I can't recommend it..."

Catherine Crews

"Fantastic! Four people each ordered a different meal and we shared with each other. The sea bass, and the Wild bore papardelli were so..."

Tom Popper

"Excellent service and food! Loved how attentive the staff was to our every needs. Recommend sharing dishes, so much delicious..."

Shannon Trimarco Ford

"Food was outstanding and great service! The patio seating is lovely , very romantic with all the little..."

Claire Patrick

"Ordered one antipasti and one pasta, both are really good. For the antipasti I ordered burrata. It was a good combination with the bread served. For..."

Yi-Hsiang Lai

"MY MUST GETS: - Spaghetti Neri - Paperdelle Love this place! At first thought it was a little pricey but when the food came, I think the prices are..."

Jasmine Koh

"Went for dinner with my teamies after the marathon. Good find. Since we all were hungry & we randomly found the restaurant through google. The food..."

Poonam Rai

"One of us loved the meal, one didn't like it... and I thought the fish was cooked beautifully but needed some seasoning. The risotto was good. We..."

Linda E

"really enjoyed our dinner and drinks at piccolo sogno! service was great and we loved the atmosphere on the patio! we got a pizza and salad and both..."

MaryClare F

"I recently embarked on a culinary adventure at Piccolo Sogno, and boy, was it a night to remember! Let me set the stage for you: imagine a courtyard..."

Lou Kong

"This place is amazing. The food, wait staff, the ambiance is great. I'm such a fan of their Margherita Pizza - always fresh ingredients and piping..."

San G

"Piccolo Sogno -"little dream" in Italian. Let me tell you, Piccolo Sogno is absolutely a DREAM!!!!! From start to end our end there was nothing but..."

Molly Bernard Patoff

"The outdoor space at Piccolo Sogno is really fantastic. We had out of town guests and I knew bringing them here on a nice spring day wouldn’t..."

wook kim

"Absolutely love this restaurant from the service they provide to the scenery atmosphere of the whole restaurant. Takes you out of the modern Chicago..."

Miss K. Mazari

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..."

playlist 1

"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

Via Carducci La Sorella

83/100 (2359 ratings)

"Thank you to Via Carducci! We recently held our small wedding here. Not only is the food fantastic, but the event planner Maria is simply the best...."

Katie Regan

"We went there last night and got really lucky and got a table for 2 inside! The service was great and very helpful, everyone was nice and was making..."

Julia M

"The highlight of the visit is the food, the portions are very generous and the food is pretty good. Drinks were awesome I tried their and limoncello..."

Dave Xa

"Legit one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. Especially for Italian food. Pasta Napoletana hit the spot. Plus a dry Martini (gin). You..."

Ross Belfer

"Enjoyed the atmosphere and the service was great during a busy weekend dinner. We liked all the food and felt it was a fair value. The alfredo hit..."

Jaclyn Steiff

"Went here for dinner with my husband. I got the Italian kiss cocktail and he had a glass of cab sauv. My cocktail was very boozy. The calamari was..."

Elizabeth Wirtz

"I have been going here off and on for years. The owner, Giovani, is very hands on and friendly and the staff reflects the same vibe! Very excellent..."

David Elsasser

"Solid food and even better service. Definitely worth visiting if you’re looking for a lunch or dinner spot in Wicker Park. Reasonably priced and..."

J L

"I try go here every time I am in Chicago. The staff are so lovely and accommodating, the atmosphere is traditional and cosy and the food is so so..."

Hannah Muirhead

"As part-time residents of the neighborhood, we dine here every time we are in town (about 2-3 times a month). Food and service is always excellent. ..."

Matt stuckel

"Via Carducci is one of my favorite restaurants in the Midwest. I love their pasta and other vegetarian dishes. I enjoy their decent wine selection,..."

G G

"very good food ! a little loud in the restaurant but other than that great service and food would definitely come..."

Daviauna Nance

"This was an absolutely delicious experience! Came here with my dad for lunch on a Friday. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. The food was..."

Brandi Delgado

"This place is pretty good - to be honest nothing was very memorable, but I enjoyed it all! Just a decent Italian place with what you’d expect in..."

Kelly Ngo

"Delicious & great service!! Everything came out so quick. Drinks were great, bread, bruschetta & calamari were amazing. We each got pasta (fettucine..."

Stephanie Buonocore

"The waiter was very polite and patient, explaining and guiding the food well. The food was delicious and fresh. The only drawback was the..."

Amin

"The team is very hospitable and flexible. We asked to be seated outside and they offered to open the tent sides for extra ventilation. Felt very safe..."

Adnan Baleh

"This place is the best. Been a staple of my families Chicago dining experience for a decade. Birthdays, New Years, Valentines, etc. it’s a special..."

Chris Gomes

"Great food and service, even with a..."

david chen

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)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"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

Osteria Via Stato

83/100 (7026 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had our wedding at Osteria on 10/28/23 and it was absolutely amazing. We wanted a restaurant to eliminate number of vendors and also liked having..."

Jennifer Sutton

"Have your rehearsal dinner here - you won't regret it! We were seriously blown away by how accommodating, friendly, responsive, the staff were, and..."

Victoria Alexander

"If you’re looking for a wedding that is cozy yet elegant this is the place for you. Natalie and Katherine were amazing coordinators and help us..."

Cathy Brousalis

"I highly recommend the pizza of the month, I'm sure all the others are good as well but the home made sausage and mushrooms was WOW!!! Calamari was..."

Bryan Riley

"We had our wedding after-party at this restaurant and it was awesome. The restaurant’s event planners, Natalie and Allison, were very resposive and..."

Bungaku Kure

"Phenomenal! That’s all I can say. P H E N O M E N A L. Service, Ambience, cuisine. The restaurant was connected to a hotel, so you never..."

Bill Sims

"I had the wonderful opportunity to dine at Osteria Via Stato for a business dinner. The servers were extremely attentive, accommodative, and lovely..."

Shelley F

"We hosted the private chef's table for 15 guests for our son's wedding rehearsal dinner. From our very first inquiry to the catering contacts until..."

Rachel Garron

"Such a pleasure to dine in a good solid establishment that centers the experience around food and wine which in both cases was nothing short of..."

Ameet

"We held a work event here and from start to finish had a great experience! All communication in booking was excellent! The food was delicious and the..."

Tiffany Klopp

"Osteria Vias Stato is a decent restaurant for a casual Italian dinner. Nothing remarkable, but certainly not bad. The service was good, staff was..."

Elvis Veizi

"Not the best or the most impressive Italian restaurant I’ve ever dined in. The service is great, the vibe is good, the food is good too, just not..."

Amy Q

"My husband and I hosted our wedding reception here and the service and food was excellent. Natalie and Allison were quick to respond to my questions..."

Gabby0608

"Great service, string good drinks at the bar. Watched them made my pizza from scratch. it was really good i almost went back the next..."

Binormal “BiNormaL”

"Osteria Via Stato was the perfect place for our son's wedding rehearsal dinner. The service was fantastic. They greeter our 45 guests with wine and..."

Kathy Clarke

"Arrived at around 6 on a weekend evening and were led to our table without a reservation. The waitress was nice and introduced the menu, as well as..."

Kenny L

"Went here last week for a girl's dinner date. The ambiance was beautiful for a Friday night pasta dinner. When you walk in it's extremely busy in..."

Maizy J.

"My brother and I went here for his 21st birthday. We had never been here before and I can happily say we'll be coming back. The food was phenomenal,..."

Deni Grgic

Chicago Q

83/100 (8103 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Whoa!!!! Loved it. The BBQ FLIGHT appetizer; pulled pork, Chicken, brisket w/ a nice piece of cornbread with soft butta (not just butter, haha!)..."

Jose A. Ruiz

"The food and service was excellent. Highly recommend the brisket and brisket..."

Dana Naskrent

"With a party of four, we were honored to have Mike as our server last night. At my request, Mike selected my entrée (without telling me what it was..."

Gerry Pfeiffer

"Oh my! What not to say! Everything was on point. I had the Mac and cheese with pulled pork. Portion sized were over the..."

April Rembert

"The prime brisket burnt ends with coleslaw are a must have. Perfectly seasoned tender brisket over crunchy flavorful..."

Katie Hilbert Denlinger

"Succulent! The Baby Back Ribs were awesome. I had two sides. Mac and Cheese which was very good but the Greens had a kick to them like no other. ..."

Nesbitt Nesbitt

"Amazing! From midwestern with amazing bbq at our fingertips, Chicago q ranks as one of the all time..."

Mandy Shaw Lybeck

"Wow this place is amazing! Great atmosphere and delicious food. Must go if in..."

Jonathan Russell

"Great food and excellent service, I highly recommend this..."

T.j. Palacios

"I love sitting at the bar. The best servers in the city!! Great drinks and..."

Kevin Dralle

"This was the most amazing food I have had. We had the wings, mac and cheese with pulled pork and the burnt ends. All was terrific, so tasty. And..."

Sharon Goralski

"By far the best BBQ I have ever had. The Bacon Cheddar Hushpuppies we fabulous. The cole slaw was so good and I am not really a fan of cole slaw. The..."

Gwen Richards

"Exceptional service, great food, favorite local place to catch up with..."

Casey Hogan

"Wonderful atmosphere. Delicious baby back ribs. To die for chocolate cake. I was told it was the best BBQ in the city. I couldn't agree..."

Angela Abrams-Malone

"We loved the food and the atmosphere, the service although friendly could have come around more to check on us. If it would have been busy, I would..."

Jeremy Fye

"The food came rather quick, large portions and delicious, service..."

Patricia R C Drake

"This place is a MUST stop! Great service, food and atmosphere. You will definitely need a..."

Reuben C Butler Jr.

"From the hush puppies to the ribs to the salmon...all sooooo delicious!!! Definitely coming back! A new fav of mine!..."

Jacqueline Schuetz

"Delicious! My husband and I had a hard time deciding a favorite. We tried the platter so that we could try it all! Plenty for two..."

Ashley Liz

"Love the food best BBQ in town. Great service in a great..."

Joseph Dillon

"Just had a great dinner with family. The BBQ is outstanding, side dishes excellent and the chips / pickles as starters were..."

Ed Leff

"The service was great. The baby back ribs were excellent. I had coleslaw and mashed potatoes as my..."

Terry Henderson

"Just good food beautiful decor A must go..."

Michael Aristides Rychtanek

"Our waitress was fantastic and the food was amazing! Can't wait to go..."

Tanya Lambert Noordyke

"excelente barbacoa, las costillas y las alitas estaban espectacular mente buenas. Todo hecho en casa, los pepinillos, las patatas, las salsas… Nos..."

Juanan CaballeroSánchez

"This is a up scale BBQ joint very good food . Indoor out door seating..."

Rio Pryor

"Absolutely amazing! Delicious whiskey choices and desserts, and Ben was incredibly knowledgeable. Thanks for an awesome..."

Ashley Wright Ihler

"Jesus himself put his HANDS on this place. This food… listen we’ve ate here 4 times (3 take out, 1 dine-in) and let me tell you. EVERY TIME it..."

Tia C

"A friend recommended Q as a place to check out and I want disappointed. Nice location a 30 min walk from the Chicago river. Nice covered terrace to..."

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"Chicago Q is a must-visit for any barbecue lover. I've eaten here four times now, and I've never been disappointed. Everything on the menu is..."

Anthony Tolentino

"I stopped by Chicago Q last Saturday for brunch. Simply put, the food is incredible, however the service left a bit to be desired. Didn’t get our..."

Joe Faerber

"While I wouldn't call this a traditional barbeque place, it was very good. The homemade chips, at a reasonable price, are worth ordering several..."

Kaite Carstens

"Friendly service. Southern style food l. The Mac and Cheese with burnt ends was tasty. The Brisket Sandwich was packed full of meat and served with a..."

Tonya Miller

"Only came here for the bar, but if their food is close to being as good as their drinks then I would definitely recommend this place. The staff are..."

Emily Furuichi

"Cool spot with sit-down bbq - don’t expect a shack-style atmosphere here. Meats are decent, although the sweet pickles are memorable. The main..."

Rovik Robert

"If you haven’t been here your gonna love it! They have the best macaroni and cheese. I often have thoughts about it! The pulled chicken sandwich is..."

David McHenry

"[My review always starts at 3 stars] Food 3 stars, Service 5 stars, Location and Atmosphere 4 stars, overall 4 stars. Chicago Q is an upscale venue..."

Peter Lu

"We tried a LOT of food! And was not disappointed AT ALL!! The shrimp and grits by far was the BEST!!!! The blackened Salmon! The mac with the ends!!..."

Rana House

"Everything was amazing! The food was delicious, we got the mac & cheese, the baby back ribs and the brisket sandwich. All of them super tasty , BTW..."

naxhely mercado tena

"Chicago Q is a worthy spot in downtown Chicago. Everyone enjoyed their food. The Mac & Cheese is rich! The ribs are perfectly cooked…the meat..."

Kisha Johnson-Smith

"Great place. Going to this restaurant was a spontaneous choice. And it was a good one. Our waiter was Brian. He took good care of us. Anthony..."

H B

Franco's Ristorante

83/100 (2743 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

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"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

Robert's Pizza And Dough Company

83/100 (3758 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"Every time I went to NYC, the first thing I would do is look to have a slice. I am from Chicago and like the pizza here, but dreamt of New York..."

Courtney G. Pitt

"We have been there twice. Great pizza! The crust is amazing! Great salads too. Highly recommend this place. If I lived in the city it would be my..."

Tina Sammarco

"Amazing pizza crust. The meatballs are yummy as well. I have 9 and 11 yr old boys, they loved every bite. Highly recommend for couples and families. ..."

Chrissy Fowles Betts

"Pizza was fantastic, along with a great salad and not to mention the meatballs for appetizer. I highly recommend this place, great food, and a great..."

Nello Sammarco

"Great place for pizza!! Highly recommend it if you're going downtown. I have gone twice now and absolutely love..."

Nicola Sammarco

"Very solid pizza. Great crust and ingredients. Nice change of pace from traditional deep dish pizza. A very welcome addition to the Chicago pizza..."

Robert L. Nora

"This place has amazing pizza, and the owner is so nice! Definitely worth eating at when in..."

Lenna Suzanne

"The Chicken Artichoke was delicious! Excellent crust and flavor combinations. The Peking Duck Pizza was amazing and needs to be on the menu full..."

Anna AsweetsGirl

"Absolutely wonderful pizza ,salads ,meatballs . Then there's the chocolate mousse . OM Good Gracious. I. love the food the staff the place and of..."

Alice Jones

"Great pizza, amazing combinations, fabulous crusts. And the staff is super friendly and chill. Our first time there and definitely not our..."

Karen Nowak Lewis

"Excellent crust and toppings; and darn decent..."

Liz Parker

"Best pizza I have had in a long time. Definitely a place to visit when in..."

Carlos Mendia

"Where to start? Meatballs were so amazing - ordered another round! You have mastered the crust and topped it with perfection. To have had such a..."

Kate Krause Prange

"This was the best pizza in Chicago! We are hoping to see you back..."

Debbie Ruth-Svoboda

"Exceptional on every level...food..incredible! People...incredible! If you don't eat here you will regret..."

Bill Lebowitz

"Excellent ingredients, great service, not Chicago style. Highly..."

Jihad Rizkallah

"I Have not had any better pizza. Second to none in the science and experience of true..."

Nile Bratcher

"I didn't give this place a perfect review, but it's still a good place to have pizza. The service was good and prompt. The appetizer was amazing. I..."

Kenneth Lain

"Love their Rita and Seafood pizza. They taste amazing and are made fresh. I was worried about seafood pizza, seafood can be smelly if it’s not..."

Akshatha K

"Came here for lunch today and it was wonderful! The pizza was so tasty and we loved the outdoors area as well (beautiful view)! We got two veggie..."

Maham S.

"Truely amazing pizza, besides from being a bit rough on the roof of my mouth, the dough was top notch, Flavorful and delightfully tasteful. The..."

Nuka DiLucca

"This is a great Chicago pizza experience. Really nice restaurant in a great location on the River Walk. Super tasty Vegan pizza and apple salad. Nice..."

Rust Man

"Robert's has great food with a beautiful view of the water.. The service was outstanding & food came out pretty quickly. Highly..."

Ray Flores

"I’ve passed by Roberts Pizza many times on my way to Freedom Boat Club Streeterville. I love the outdoor dining along the water. Everyone’s food..."

danicajhey

"I loved this place! All the food we had was AMAZING and completely worth the prices. We had the meatballs (super moist and delicious), the rita pizza..."

Jasmine Koh

"Great GLUTEN FREE (GF) Pizza! Just might be the best GF pizza I have ever had. Our waiter, Raoul, made us feel comfortable with the kitchen's..."

Alexander Goreham

"Spanish chorizo pizza 10/10 Dough was outstanding and so far the best I’ve tried in Chicago. Friendly servers, great beer to pair during happy..."

Roberto Guerrero

Bar Lupo

"Food, drinks and music were awesome! We even brought our kids and the chef was nice enough to change some of the orders for them. I would def...."

Gina Whittle

"I've been to Bar Lupo 3 times now. And each experience has been fabulous. The food is delicious and interesting. They put flavors and tastes..."

Gary Vacha

"First time coming into the city, it was such a great dinner. The food was amazing, we had fettuccine and ravioli and it was so delicous. The staff..."

Ana Martinez

"At last a restaurant we don't have to make excuses for! The food is delicious with superb house made ingredients assembled with care and skill. The..."

Stefan Hersh

"BRAVO BAR LUPO Dear neighbors, friends and family, I’m writing to share a great experience. We have a new restaurant in the hood. I love it! I..."

Vikki Valentine

"Bar Lupo was super yummy. I enjoyed the mozzarella sticks (like cheese curds and fried pickles), and crispy stuffed meatballs the best. The garlic..."

Shelly Lynn

"Fantastic neighborhood addition! Crave-able food from lemony-herb Lupo potatoes and pastas to the garlic knots are perfect for sharing in the cool..."

Mason Marks

"You have to go! I have been to Bar Lupo and I love it! The staff is extremely friendly and attentive. The décor and vibe of the restaurant is chic..."

Gerry Canavan

"Had a great dinner last night with 3 friends from out of town. All enjoyed our meals. Ricotta Toast is a must have. Everything was fantastic! I..."

Donald Vacha

"Delicious food and a very relaxed environment. I recommend the chicken parm,..."

Anjel Ortega

"Could not be more thrilled about the latest restaurant addition to the neighborhood! Atmosphere is elegant yet casual, and not at all stuffy. Every..."

Nicole Kaufmann

"Just a great place all around! Great, friendly staff. Excellent food & drinks. I also love djing..."

Matteo Baltazar

"I'm here for a special brunch event and I must say from the drinks to the food everything is great! Can't wait to come..."

Brandy Middleton

"Great atmosphere and delicious food! They do offer $17 dollar spaghetti so bring your black card. The meatballs are absolutely worth it though. It..."

Heather G

"Hats off to Chef Marcos! The stuffed crispy meatballs are the best! The homemade Ricotta Toast is divine! Can't wait to come..."

Beth Klobuchar-Mendez

"Perfect outside tables for a summer evening! We walked by and it looked like a fun place so we stopped in for a light dinner and some aperol spritz...."

Courtney Burrows

"The food there was good and amazing. Good quality. A very chilled and a good vibe place. Definitely gonna go back..."

Elvira

"This review only covers lunch, and after one visit I can certainly see myself coming back. This combination of speed, price and quality is a rare..."

Brian McDonnell

"Very nice restaurant with great decor !!! The food is DELICIOUS. The chilaquiles, WoW !!!! SPEECHLESS !!!! You need to give it a try at least..."

SoniA

"Great location with an awesome selection of food. The head chef has masterfully selected a range of items that pair well with the environment. If in..."

Spencer Stephens

La Scarola

82/100 (3692 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

Bernie's

82/100 (1623 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"My friends and i went there for happy hour none of us had been before. We had a really nice time, our server was on top of things. We shared a few..."

OjosClaros LabiosRosas

"A cute outdoor seating place on the second floor. Remember to book for rooftop or outdoor seating otherwise the hostess might take you inside. Drinks..."

Wuliao Hao

"Wow! I am still smiling and laughing from the great brunch I had with friends at Bernie's Chicago! The food was delicious, the restaurant is..."

Timothy Jackson

"We split the burger and salmon sandwich, both very good! Korean deviled eggs and Cobb salad also great! Sat on the roof top and enjoyed a good..."

denise gray

"Cute spot! Loved the decor/vibe inside and our server was awesome. One of the standout dishes was the burrata (pic) - so so good. The hummus was also..."

MA J

"A good gastropub with all the usual trappings. Went to happy hour and they had better than average oysters with a mignon sauce that was special and..."

David Schwartz

"I’ve been here in couple different times, happy hour, lunch and dinner. Highly recommend happy hour. Photos are from lunch, egg is really okay,..."

Tratra C

"First review of this place. My side of bacon was very good. That is all. The rooftop patio is also very nice. Come and drop by and bring Mother. She..."

Adam Terchin

"We went to Bernie's for drinks around 8pm. The hostess was very friendly and got us a table right away next to the fire pit on the roof. They have a..."

Greg Brandt

"My husband and I love grabbing a seat at the bar between their brunch/lunch and dinner services (3-5PM). We each have a cheeseburger, share the..."

Sarah Rose

"delicious but careful sometimes they run out of certain ingredients on their menu. went there for brunch on a Sunday and had the big table in the..."

Zoe Alexis

"Melt in your mouth pita was the best I've ever tasted, perfectly poached eggs, and creamy wood oven..."

Raeleen Kao

"Can't beat a good burger from Bernie's! A great spot for brunch as well. They have a pretty concise menu that doesn't..."

Carlos J. Cruz

"Great rooftop patio for people watching, good happy hour specials, get the hummus. Located in the perfect area..."

Stacy Primack

"Bernie's burger was amazing, bacon and avocado on it is a must! The chips that come with it were good but definitely sub for fries..."

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