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"I have my In laws over from overseas , saw this nice Italian pizzeria and stopped there to have a quick meal . The experience was great food was..."

Misha

Ema

85/100 (3004 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Gorgeous ambiance and terrific food! I can’t stop thinking about the charred eggplant dip. It is not what you would expect, truly whipped and..."

Fallon Brown

"I was absolutely blown away by everything we have ordered. Everything was a 10/10. My friend is celiac and our waiter gave us a dedicated gluten free..."

Pat J.

"Ema, nestled in the heart of Chicago, offers a culinary experience that tantalizes the taste buds with its Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. My visit..."

Ray Morgan

"First impression of this place is definitely the ambience! Super cozy and the food was amazing; Hummus was full of texture and the Lamb was cooked to..."

Addel

"Awesome location!!! So many delicious gluten free options, and they were super accommodating with my dairy free requests as well. They even brought..."

Beia Spiller

"Really neat fusion of Middle Eastern flavors with modern cuisine. Some of the dishes are a little over done but in all, excellent food and..."

F Elmesselmani

"The food, service and the ambience was top notch. We liked the Chicken Kefta more than the Grilled Chicken. Make sure you plan ahead and reserve a..."

Debajit Das

"The foods are excellent. It comes in small dishes so you can order several things with out burden you stomach too much. Everythings that we ordered..."

Wanlapa Roobsoong

"My daughter and I were there Saturday night Dec 16 for the first time. We loved everything about this restaurant! Food was AMAZING, service was..."

Melissa Rippey

"Amazing place with a good selection of preparations on the menu. I highly recommend making a reservation if you plan to dine in on a weekend. A good..."

Rahul Gandhi

"My dining experience at this restaurant was exceptional. During dinner, I ordered 'Beets and Berries,' 'Green Falafel,' and 'Rent Free.' Each dish..."

Tatiana Velandia

"My friend and I enjoyed our dinner here. Decor was definitely nice. Service was just a little slow when we first arrived, but progressively improved..."

Jackie Ellis

"I recently dined at this restaurant, and I must say it was a unique and enjoyable experience. The concept of Middle Eastern sliders meant for sharing..."

Naz Ab

"Nice, funny place. A typical bar with dining room narratives, in a simple setting, without any special design formation of the interior, furniture..."

Volodymyr Matvieiev

"One of my best restaurant experiences in Chicago! We were able to walk in even on a Friday night which was nice and the atmosphere was beautiful! The..."

Gurleen Kaur

"Ema is a Middle Eastern delight! The ambiance is cozy, and the staff were so nice. Their menu offers flavorful dishes like creamy hummus, crispy..."

Alaa Hammond

"Refined Mediterranean experience with good food, cocktails, and ambiance. During our recent visit on a late Saturday night, my friend and I started..."

Jea Kim

"Many wonderful vegetarian dishes here, and quite a few gluten-free options too. Be sure to try the spreads, especially the charred eggplant made with..."

Hope Harms

Viaggio Ristorante & Lounge

85/100 (1448 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We were planning to go to a nearby restaurant, but we were blown away by Viaggio. The service at the bar was great, the wine lift was respectable..."

Don Scott

"We went to this place mid October. Parking was available for this area of town. Service was top of the line. Everyone was helpful and did what was..."

Vince Monreal

"Viaggio is so delicious and I was very happy with my experience. My family and I had a reservation (I also recommend making one) and were seated at a..."

Matt Moe

"elegant fine dining restaurant vibe. But family group still fit in. Love pasta here. it’s really good. service is excellent. another recommended..."

Pharuewisa P.

"Fantastic food and dining experience. I highly recommend the chicken parm.. it comes with a beautiful tortellini and light cream sauce.. absolutely..."

Vince Caramusa

"This place is amazing! We decided to get dinner here for my husband's birthday and they did not disappoint! Everything about this place was great..."

Iris De Silva

"Loved it here, went with a friend and the hostess was very nice, gave us a booth near the bar, pretty space. The service was very good, we ordered..."

Antonia Asimis

"The food was great! They start by giving you amazing bread and roasted peppers (bread tasted homemade). Service and hostess super nice and fast. We..."

Matt Epstein

"Everything was so great, so happy we came here for one of our dinners while visiting Chicago. The wait staff was all extra attentive and personable...."

Dillon D

"And all around outstanding experience at this spot in the heart of the West Loop. Feels more contemporary in this locale versus the previous one..."

Archie Mack

"The best “neighborhood” restaurant! Delicious food with large portions. Wonderful service with 3-4 people attending to your table. The table is..."

Brian Bosak

"The food was so delicious. Got a very ambiance environment. Loved..."

s zheng

"Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto. - Eat well, laugh often, love much. From the moment you enter Viaggio Restaurant Chicago your transported. The..."

Molly Bernard Patoff

"It was great beautiful place. I need to go back to try more dishes. Great Italian American..."

Oscar Enrique Phelps

"Some of the best vodka rigatoni in the city! Pasta is always so hot and fresh- even with take out..."

Francesca Herlehy

"Some of the best pasta I’ve had in my ENTIRE life! Bruschetta was amazing! The tortellini was sheer perfection. The vodka sauce with Italian..."

Aaron Azzo

"Nice Italian spot in the West Loop. Everything we had were good. The portions are pretty generous. Great..."

Vincent Mañara

Mart Anthony's Italian Restaurant

85/100 (1043 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had a wonderful experience at this place! The service was great, the cocktails were delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect. The food was..."

Cindy Recinos

"Sauce was amazing .I ordered eggplant parmasean so good. Service could have been a lot better .Waited over 20 mins just for..."

Reality News Providence

"I was traveling alone in Chicago and decided to stop by for dinner on their beautiful front patio. Despite being the only person dining outside, the..."

Victoria W.

"The food is sooooo delicious and consistent. The outdoor seating is heated and the tables aren't on top of one another. The staff make you feel like..."

Rose Guccione

"THE Best Italian Restaurant within the CHICAGOLAND Area! You're made to feel like FAMILY as soon as you walk in the door! Wait Staff are incredibly ..."

George Fisher

"Beautiful dinner in the back garden. Our first visit was definitely an enjoyable one. Stuffed peppers, braciole, soup, pasta with fresh sauce. All..."

Kevin Gancarz

"I have been to Mart’s countless times, so this review feels hopelessly overdue, but I just had the best meal I’ve ever had here with their Autumn..."

Jude Andrew Tungul

"Classic Italian establishment with friendly service and a good amount of seats. The walls are lined with black and white photographs of Chicago..."

Rovik Robert

"Shrimp Diavolo is a must try. The flavor is amazingly..."

Jethro S

"Food, drinks, and ambiance are unmatched. From the warm crusty bread to start, to calamari and fresh ravioli, all the way to the eye-rolling good..."

George Kohl

"I was visiting Chicago & wanted some good Italian food to try before leaving & I loved everything about this restaurant! I’ve had some good stuff..."

Amberlee Barbee

"Delicious Italian food from a local owner, his sons and the friendly staff. We go every Friday for lunch to take advantage of the beautiful and..."

Cody Crouse

"Tremendous food and excellent service. We were happy with every aspect. The outdoor patio is fantastic and you feel like you are eating in your own..."

Andy Greenwald

"Visited from Florida ate here 2 days in a row! Classic place with phenomenal food! Mart anthonys filet best steak I've ever had...."

Michael Boylan

"The food was awesome, we had the Chicken Lemon and the Sausage & Peppers. Both were terrific, the service was speedy and friendly. Definitely on our..."

Jordan Bleiweiss

"Old school clean warm welcoming vibe. Best gluten-free hand made pasta I have had in my 25 years of being gluten-free. I had the shrimp diavolo, so..."

lauren gordon-fahn

"Great neighborhood restaurant! Entire staff was outstanding and the food was just as..."

Sam Fortino

Duck Duck Goat

85/100 (8777 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We’ve been to almost every restaurant she’s put out. All are absolutely amazing in its own way. This place is necessary to visit. Make..."

Bryon Schmitz

"The dim sum brunch was very good, and the interior of the restaurant is decorated very nicely. We ordered four dishes, the chilly chili noodles, the..."

Jacob Vande Walle

"Amazing food, relaxed atmosphere and several waiters to accommodate our every request; even with a packed house on a Saturday evening. We had several..."

Fazia Ali-Kamal

"This place was quite busy on a Tuesday night and we had to wait 15 minutes for our table despite a reservation, but it was totally worth it! The food..."

Anway De

"Did the Saturday dim sum brunch here and was not disappointed at all. The jiaozi was a table favorite. Really well-balanced cocktails. Tried a few..."

Christopher Merrill

"The brunch is sooooooooo good! Everything is full of flavor. We had a variety of dishes and all of them were hits. Tender, buttery, flavorful are..."

Elaine K

"I have been here several times for dinner but this was my first time for brunch! This is no doubt my favorite restaurant in Chicago. Each dish just..."

Lai Anderson

"Such amazing food!!!!! Amazing service and a really cool/funky vibe. We loved all our food but the start was really the scallion pancake. That..."

Gibby

"Amazing decor and friendly staff. I went with a large group. Food was okay. Dishes are pretty small in portion. Great if you prefer to try multiple..."

Arnold Chan

"MY MUST ORDERS: Duck Fried Rice, Xiao Long Bao, Hong Shao Rou Just always such a spectacular experience here. Being Chinese myself, I usually have..."

Jasmine Koh

"We had reservation and got seated inside. Great vibes, although it seems cramped with all the tables. For food, we had the Duck and Goat spring rolls..."

Ajimon Thomas

"What the Duck this place is good! Imagine some of your favorite dishes elevated to a level beyond belief. Their cocktails were amazing. I stuck with..."

Philip Everett

"Absolutely loved this place and was surprised at how great it was, especially after hearing little about it but constantly hearing about Girl and the..."

Hannah Higgins

"My first experience was ordering in. The delivery was on point so much that I had to go and sit down with my mother to experience in real..."

Ouiyen Chaswald

"Cool spot with excellent service and food. We stopped by for brunch and enjoyed their dim sum dishes. The goat soup dumplings and duck spring rolls..."

Alex Wiley

"This is my new favorite comfort food restaurant. Friendly wait staff, the ambience is romantic, and the food is to die for. This place also has a lot..."

Shawna Moorad

Bacchanalia

85/100 (1832 ratings)

"The servers were so friendly and accommodating. The food was flat out delicious! Our whole experience was great. We ordered their chicken parm with..."

Ann Marie

"Was brought here by a friend years ago... love it, place is small but the food is large with flavor. Parking tight but they have valet. If you..."

Chuck Iglinski

"I go to Mizzou and one of my best friends is from Chicago, and when ever her family comes to visit they always bring Bacchanalia and its all we live..."

Casey Frost

"A hidden gem in the heart of the city! My family has dined here for over 35 years, and now my spouse and I love to bring visitors and friends here..."

Jack Zibert

"Celebrated Mother's Day with family yesterday and had a wonderful time. The waitress was attentive, not overbearing and we were not rushed. We hadn't..."

Jane Seawood Barnes

"So good! From the bruschetta, lasagna, and angel hair pasta dish ...cannoli and cheesecake. Great wine selection. We had a great meal! Thank..."

Stacey Erin Baez

"Everything was great! The pasta was cooked perfectly and it tasted so good. Quaint, with a friendly atmosphere and staff. They didn't even yell at us..."

Jennifer Shreiner

"Wonderful intimate space for a meal with friends and family. Food was excellent as always. I had the Chicken Bacchanalia and it was spectacular. Our..."

Michelle Gumz

"Delicious food! The best chicken Vesuvio! Great service! Highly..."

Linda West Goddard

"A must go , food is awesome sausageand peppers , Lasagna abd the veal the best in the..."

Dennis Crotty

"Long standing Italian restaurant that's family owned & consistently great... Love the lasagna & seafood pasta 2 of my..."

Ben Maska

"The environment is lovely, the wait staff are all incredibly polite and quick, and the food was excellent. We will definitely be..."

Tracie Bukovsky Pusateri

"Very cute small intimate place. Main courses were excellent and harty portions - with leftovers to take home. Service was friendly and helpful but..."

Mary Ann Lewandowski

"I love this place. Great food served by great people. Always have a wonderful time when info there. The food is fantastic. One of my favorite..."

Erich Knodel

"What a beautiful gem. Went here with my fiance for our anniversary, and we left so satisfied and feeling like we just visited a family member's home..."

flamin hot cheetos

"TikTok told me this was the best lasagna in the city. I may have to agree. It is EVERYTHING you would want in lasagna. With a great portion size and..."

Demond D. Edwards

"I've been enjoying Bacchanalia's dishes since 1979. For those who are vegan/vegetarian, they are very accommodating. I ordered angel hair pasta..."

G G

"🇮🇹 Bacchanalia is a quaint and cozy Italian restaurant in Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood. I had a wonderful dining experience there with..."

John J

"What a surprise this place was! We went there based on reviews and it didn't disappoint. This is an old school Mom and Pop restaurant that probably..."

J H

"This restaurant is a old family favorite. We valet parked. We had a party of 14 on a busy Sat night. Atmosphere is cozy for a large party. We..."

Donna McNally

"Regularly go to Ignotz next door, but decided to give these guys a chance for a change and they did not disappoint! Very good food and a cozy place..."

Fabian Carbajal

"This place is ~15min walk from Western CTA station. We came here on a Monday night for a friend’s birthday. The restaurant is located in a..."

ju bouffe

"My girlfriend and I had such a lovely time here. The calamari was the best we have ever had, and was also it was a huge portion. We had the gnocchi..."

Nick George

"Bacchanalia is one of those spots that upon frequenting once, you know it will be a place to return to. The food and atmosphere will return you to..."

M. B. (Mars)

Cafe Bionda

85/100 (1597 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

Free off-street parking

"Have eaten there several time and the food was always excellent. Had the special last night. Pork Chops Saltimbocca. My only complaint is the..."

Joe Roccasalva

"Great restaurant, great service our waiter Guy was excellent and the food was delicious!!! Their vodka sauce was to die for.....Overall a..."

Michelle Jurisevic Roppolo

"The food is awesome with some really good appetizers, and we love the staff. An interesting wine list with a couple of very good reds! A great..."

Virginia Davis

"Awesome place. The bread and marinara sauce is wonderful and the sausage stuffed banana peppers are to die for!!! It was very busy, just after the..."

Kristin Kay

"Outstanding!! Took less than an hour to get here. The food is fantastic. Great atmosphere, great music and outdoor..."

Charmayne Kalman Guch

"Everything was excellent from the bartender to the waitresses and don't forget the guys in the kitchen that put out the great food Thank you for..."

Scott Seibert

"Love this place! Everything I've tried has been great! My favorite is the grilled..."

Laura Snyder Waas

"Celebrated my nephews rehearsal dinner last night.... food was great and our server was so..."

Andrea Paula Sofiakis

"Rigatoni ala vodka, chicken parm, eggplant rottolo, and the stuffed shells. Eat all of those..."

Matt Michael

"loved it, my first time there, will absolutely go back, great place and great..."

Pam Verr

"Fantastic service! Fantastic food! Fantastic atmosphere! Even the wine was excellent. Two thumbs up all the way..."

Melissa Cavill

"Excellent food and great customer service. I recommend this restaurant..."

Patrick Fitzgerald

"Just returning from ten years in Houston and happy to see Cafe Bionda made it through the pandemic. 🎊 My friend and I would eat there often and..."

Dawn Callahan

"Delicious authentic Italian spot in the south loop! Our ravioli was made in house and so good. The drinks were great and the private small dining..."

Sanje Moono

"Came here for date night and my date was hesitant since he hadn’t been here in a few years. He knew they had changed management and a few things on..."

Imani Dixon

"Great service. Delicious food. Do NOT pass on the pasta with vodka sauce. Great for dates or events. Highly..."

Rocky Blackmon

"My fiance and I love this place!! We invited my family to celebrate my son's birthday here recently. The staff is always great. They're very..."

Priscilla Flores

"Delicious dishes. See pictures! Parking is free in the back lot. There's a back entrance as well. Very convenient. Otherwise, there is metered..."

siewyin Yinng

"Their cozy atmosphere and top-notch service create the perfect ambiance for a memorable dining experience. Don't miss out on this local..."

Devanshi Shah

"As a regular, I came in for dinner during the opening bears game with some friends. The location was busier than normal but still enjoyed my time...."

Kayla DeGolyer

"Great food... The Chef is a Rock star... Great..."

Christian Fantoni

"Lovely neighborhood spot where the portions are large, the service is friendly and everyone seems to know..."

Rebecca Stobierski

"This place is awesome! It's the best food that I've eaten in South Loop ... and just in a while, to be honest. I heard that they had a new grilled..."

Kenneth Engstrom

"Fantastic find! If you are looking for a Italian Restaurant and in South Loop- Cafe Bionda is a fantastic find! The staff was wonderful and their..."

Maida Skys

"I recently had the pleasure of dining at Cafe Bionda Italian Restaurant on a busy Sunday afternoon during a Bears game, and I must say, the..."

Taylor Hill

"Warm Welcome by the bar's staff. Fast service. My grilled Octopus was just perfect however the margarita pizza was a little salty... tasted good but..."

Daly souissi

"Great recently reopened Italian restaurant hiding near the convention center! We were a bit late for dinner but the staff were really accommodating..."

Jeffrey Rossi

"Fantastic find!! Perfect ambiance, stellar service and the absolute best calamari and tiramisu we have ever had. Dianna and Angela were beyond..."

Chris Kennelly

"12/15/22 The beef short rib ravioli was good , it had something like gravy on top so it was more umami flavor then a red pasta ravioli The biaonda..."

felisha linklater

Rosebud Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

Pars Cove Restaurant

"This is a great spot for Persian food, tucked in a cozy underground space with a warm and friendly atmosphere and service. During our visit, we..."

Bill Wang

"This place is a hidden gem! I rarely venture out to north side since there are plenty of restaurants in downtown and westloop, but I would..."

Stüssy31

"Lovely experience! The ambiance, the server, sitting under the sunroof windows, and the food!!! Omg delicious! We got two servings of the red sangria..."

Mayo David

"This is truly one of the best restaurants in Chicago. I’ve never had Persian food, and I loved the whole experience! My book club met here for..."

Sarah Meyers

"Went there for the 1st time today and everything was so good! One of those neighborhood spots that you have to go to, they’ve been open since 1976...."

Brennan Flynn

"I had a really wonderful experience in this gem of a restaurant! Delicious food and very sweet owner who gave me and my table roses after the meal..."

Lydia

"I love fesenjen and they no longer have any where I stay. On my trip to Chicago, I planned to visit here to have some. I was surprised at how cute..."

Kay

"What a lovely restaurant! Can't wait to return! My highlights: grape leaves, cabernet sauvignon, great service, and the ice..."

Jordan Mathews

"Such a lovely place! Food was amazing and for a great price. Service was excellent. We met the owner who treated us with several drinks and..."

Farwah Zaidi

"Visiting downtown from the burbs. We were looking for a place to accommodate our group of six on a Saturday night. After reading the reviews, I..."

Robin P.

The Purple Pig

85/100 (12132 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Lunch

Dinner

Mid-range

"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..."

Tia N

"Listen, the food is pretty fantastic. We had the beef tartar, fried mozzarella, pork belly, and pork ribs - all were exceptional with unique flavors..."

Brian D'Angelo

"What’s more to say that hasn’t already been said about the Purple Pig? James Beard award winning chef, Bib Gourmand Recognition, numerous wine..."

Chai A

"My wife and I celebrated our 10th Wedding Anniversary here on 12/9/23. Everything about it was perfect. I had let them know in the reservation..."

Robert Bloss

"Incredible upscale bistro adding to the magnificence of Michigan ave. Wonderful ambiance, open kitchen, incredible menu (we went with pappardele,..."

Rick Hadsall

"We came here for lunch right when they opened at 11am and got seated as walk-ins. The interior of the restaurant had a lovely modern finish, and the..."

w foodie

"For real this is the best restaurant in Chicago. I really love going there every time I’m in the city. They have a good variety of food and in..."

Andrea Barrera

"“The Purple Pig offers an experience that tantalizes the senses, though it occasionally falls short of expectations. The mushrooms and pasta dish..."

Dax M

"Used come here more often when it was on the other side. Some of my favorite dishes were no longer there (razor clam), but I got to try new items,..."

Christine Cho

"3.5/5 Beautiful restaurant on magnificent mile, quite spacious and has the perfect ambiance for brunch. Food tasted alright but I expected better for..."

Farhat Anan

Russian Tea Time

84/100 (2397 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great food and wine. We ordered the sample platter for two. Stuffed cabbage and meatballs were delicious as were the beet salads. Exceptional service..."

Kate Horan

"Whenever I'm in Chicago for a few days, I do my best to eat here. When the menu starts by teaching you the proper steps for enjoying a shot of vodka,..."

Gordon Stacy Harmon

"Russian Tea Time Restaurant is the best place for lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner before or after a show downtown, and has been for 24 years! My..."

John Yeh

"Great place for tea, food and dessert if you are ever in the area. I highly recommend this to everyone!..."

Brian Greer

"This place is a Chicago must if you visit the city. Authentic Eastern European Cuisine and atmosphere makes me feel like I am overseas. The portions..."

George McIngvale II

"Amazing food. Was on a walk with a friend to visit an entirely different restaurant but we passed the Russian Tea Time along the way. Could not..."

Nicole Taylor

"Had never tried Russian food before, but it was amazing! Definitely give it a try! The restaurant is beyond elegant, and the staff is so polite. Five..."

Kathryn Gaither

"Always an enjoyable experience at Russian Tea Time. Great place to dine before attending concerts at Symphony Center (right around the corner). Very..."

Suzanne Pucci Mirabelli

"We had a wonderful time dining at Russian Tea Time during our visit to Chicago. Our server did an excellent job of directing us towards menu items..."

Jill Lane

"First time here and was not disappointed. Food was fantastic, cocktails were great and our server was very attentive and helped us with our..."

David Press

"Every time I visit Chicago I come here. Always excellent food and service. Their tea is superb! They sell it as tea bags and loose tea. This past..."

Libby Hampel

"The food was delicious and the service was great! Would highly..."

Dani Morin

"Love it & I’d go again. The teas were excellent, food, Russian decor (historic atmosphere) & nice..."

Eden Orpilla Reyes

"I went here on a Thursday night after going to the art institute. I was feeling a little under the weather and thought some borscht would help me..."

Serena Garner

"Honestly, this place is amazing. We got the queen tea service with both savories and sweets for $69 and it was stellar. It was an incredible value..."

Armand Gagne

"Russian Tea Time was a fantastic and fun experience. The food was delicious, atmosphere and decor lovely. The infused vodkas also great! We got the..."

Izzy M

"I guess it’s sort of an iconic spot to go before hitting anything at Symphony Center. Lives up for that status for sure. Food - be prepared to try..."

Natalie Frakes

"Cute eatery idea with delicious assortment of European food and great service. The servers were on top of it with timely service, etc. Vegetarian..."

Chintan Shah

"The food was really good and the tea sandwiches. We did the queen service whic comes with more items such as crepes. We did a walk-in at 4pm and got..."

C N

"I loved the place, especially because of its ambiance, very cozy and warm place, I had a feeling that I was in an art gallery and taking tea. House..."

Konul Soltanova

"Great place to experience former USSR culture and food. We enjoy the atmosphere and great selection of menu as well as tea time platters. Very clean,..."

Dr. Lana

"Beautiful little restaurant hidden away in the loop. The pictures don't do it justice, you feel like you've stepped back in time to a more elegant..."

Leanne Miller

"Came here for a friends birthday and it did not disappoint. We were a bigger group so they gave us a private area to enjoy the tea, snacks and dishes..."

Jamie LaFevers

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

Zizi's Cafe

84/100 (1275 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"Wow... one of the best meals ever! I had the chicken kabob platter and my date had the zizis favorite chicken wrap. We shared baklava for desert. ..."

Holly Sullenger

"I recently had the pleasure of visiting Zizi's Cafe in Chicago, and I can't express how delighted my family and I were with our dining experience. As..."

Ozgur Coskun

"I mean amazing. Phenomenal. From the service to the amazing taste infused in the whole meal. Brought me back to countryside of Turkey. Highly would..."

Arif Hafeez

"Had the lunch special of kofte. Got a free salad and bread with it. The meat was a little salty but the vibe was great. Owners behind the till and it..."

Atreu G

"Enjoyed a fabulous lunch on the sidewalk....the service was friendly and spot on. The food has amazing flavors - I had the zizis favorite chicken..."

Dan Jahn

"Extremely friendly service; absolutely phenomenal cuisine with reasonable prices and large portions. Highly..."

Daniel Gonshorek

"Very delicious food and prompt service. I have tried several Turkish restaurants in the area and this is by far the best. Some dishes are even better..."

Lili S

"The sultans plate was great to share for 4, the eggplant and meats are all so delicious! Would highly recommend to be able to try a bit of everything..."

Carl

"Excellent, authentic Turkish food! The iskender was great, and so was the doner kebab. For dessert, we enjoyed the kazandibi and Turkish coffee. The..."

Sophia S

"This is what a gold standard local restaurant looks like from where I’m at right now having tried it for the first time. The staff here seem to..."

Tom Zeien

Piccolo Sogno Due

"You can't go wrong with anything you order from this spot. I love the ravioli as well as all the fish dishes. In addition to amazing food, the..."

Ashley Glassman

"High quality food, good selection of Italian wines and delicious desert. Don't waist your time on Americanized Magiano's Little Italy restaurant,..."

Vadim NY

"This restaurant is off to a great start. The staff is so friendly and helpful. We had their octupus and their fish of the day. Both were so fresh..."

Madelyn Seckler

"I love this place, great food, great service, the staff is friendly and willing to offer suggestions when asked. In the summer you can't beat the..."

Julie Palin

"Pretty good food. A little dark inside - definitely a more intimate..."

Valerie Garrison

"great location on the river...perfect for a quick business lunch or a casual afternoon in the..."

David DeCosta

"Love it, great food and..."

Jenn Farrell

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Michael Nielsen

Club Lago

84/100 (1088 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

"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

Fork

84/100 (1116 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"The staff couldn't have been nicer. The food was superior. Especially liked the olives,duck prosciutto, and the rib eye steak. Great selection of..."

Rick Johnson

"Wow - what a great restaurant. It is a definite go-to place every time we're in Chicago. You can't beat the unique menu, locally sourced..."

Benita Lipcer Tucker

"The chicken and waffles are considered the best in Chicago and I agree . The chicken was moist and crunchy ,the waffles were soft and fluffy which..."

Bernardo Sierra

"Went for lunch over the weekend and were impressed by a fantastic and comprehensive wine menu, good craft beer list, fantastic charcuterie and cheese..."

Christopher Getowicz

"They did not hesitate to allow us to book a table for 9. The mimosas are amazing! Lots of champs and splash of oj. Great benedict and hash. Thank..."

Sarah Lauch

"The perfect place to have a delicious light meal before heading to Old Town School of Folk Music. I had the French mussels, and they were perfect..."

Leslie Sutphen

"A wonderful place to have brunch and libations! Fork is located not too far from Spoon, my favorite Thai restaurant. Now all we need is a place..."

Anna Dutko Rowley

"Friendly & patient waiter. Enjoyed my Spanish cheese plate & mushroom soup The menu is too crowded & takes a while to decipher- get a graphic..."

Craig Wiggins

"A great selection of beer, meat and cheese with a knowledgeable..."

Steven Johnson

"Stopped in yesterday while house hunting. The food was absolutely delicious! We will definitely be back in once we settle into our new..."

Angela Caldwell Alfe

"I went there last night for the second year in a row for New Years. Both times the pre fix menu & wines were excellent along with the service. I'm so..."

Peggy Burton Finke

"We had a very enjoyable Sunday brunch and Maria (waitress)was great!! My son inhaled his waffles too, great..."

Michael Bernard

"I love anyplace that will let you build your own charcuterie board! They had a large and fun drink menu, and they were well made. The bartender was..."

Taylor A

"Everything we tried here was so tasty. Bearded lady was a fantastic drink . Sticky toffee pudding was fabulous for dessert.Crissy was an awesome..."

shazia

"Went to Fork for brunch a day ago. Overall, the food was good with nice drink options as well. Was not a huge fan of putting my card down for our..."

Andrew W.

"We were a big group and our server was amazing and attentive. Highly recommend the mussels, the broth was so flavorful and great for a bread dunk!..."

MaryAnn Bryant

"Great experience. Staff was very friendly, didn't rush us. Food was excellent. One of my friends ordered chicken and waffles and good God, I have..."

Katherine Kern

"I love Fork! This is my go-to place when I have guests in town. I am frequently at Fork for dinner. Their Chef's Flight cheese board is amazing as..."

Karaline Feller

"Our new favorite spot in Lincoln Square. Great for date night, dinner with the kids or just some wine and cheese. Very reasonably priced. Great..."

Sarah M

"Honestly, I was expecting a middle of the road good brunch experience, but was pleasantly surprised by phenomenal food and at an affordable price!..."

Taylor Cohron

"Our family visited Fork for the first time last night and it was fantastic! Food and atmosphere were great, but what really made our night was the..."

C S

"Love the wine selection & cheese flights. I spent a great time with my girlfriend, she enjoyed her shrimp pasta and the chocolate dessert she had...."

Carlos Garcia

"Very nice brunch spot in Lincoln Square. Solid menu and list of beverages. Service was excellent and quite attentive. While there was absolutely..."

Kiljoong Kim

"We’ve found our favorite spot!! Food was delicious and service was great even when it was very crowded. We had a Duck Poutine and a Grill cheese,..."

cristian f ortiz

"Went to fork for brunch on a Sunday morning. Interior was clean and hip. Alot more spacious than I thought which was a surprise. The ginger snap..."

Leonardo Rivera

Little Bucharest Bistro

84/100 (1201 ratings)

"Consistantly delicious, hearty and eclectic cuisine combined with friendly service and a homey ambiance always make for a pleasurable experience. ..."

Matthew Qui Tango

"One of the finest restaurants we dined at while in Chicago. The place is nice and the staff makes you feel like you’re at home. Great food and..."

Alina Gamal

"The most amazing restaurant I have ever been to. Amazing value, incredible atmosphere, and huge portions! I would make the trip to Chicago just to..."

Robert Danger Boberg

"I had such a great time celebrating my Birthday at Little Bucharest! The food was great, the service was great, and i would definitely recommend this..."

Meli Cruz

"We had driven by this restaurant so many times but finally stopped in tonight. This is a hidden gem. From the second you walk in, you feel a warmth..."

Yasmin Pinheiro

"Awesome food, ambience, drinks ... absolutely don't miss this restaurant if you are visiting Chicago � .... and have chitchat with owner, he is..."

Zoran J. Bobic

"Super nice and attentive staff - and the food was excellent! The 3 course meal is the best..."

James Lai

"Best experience thus far in Chicago! My husband is Romanian and the food was authentic (mama liga to die for)! Hospitality was beyond European..."

Valerie Sherb

"Best salmon I've ever had (and I live in the Pacific Northwest). Amazing service, incredible food, treat yo'self and eat..."

Emily Dolphin

"The boss and the employees are extremely welcoming and humble. The boss is funny and he's the only person I'll take sarcasm from lol the place is..."

Selestino Gutierrez

"The best Romanian Traditional food !!! We know Mr Branko the owner for over 17 years , it’s a very welcoming funny guy always trying to make you..."

Florentin Feier

"A great neighborhood find in Chicago, great meal - great service, lots of..."

Paula Barnes

"We had such a great time this evening. The service was truly excellent. Our server took time to explain the dishes to us. The food was simply..."

Richard Tucker

"My Aunt came in from California and our family went here yesterday. I had never been to a Romanian 🇷🇴 restaurant before! My mom and Aunt are..."

Becky Boehmer

"Great little place, very quaint. Staff is very lively, and friendly! Food was delicious. Polenta best I ever had. Owner is so nice, and funny. Can't..."

Monica Torres

"A new Chicago favorite for us. Great food with incredible service and..."

Cliff Barnes

"Great restaurant, great food, great service and good atmosphere we felt so welcomed! Thank you and keep up the good..."

Ionuț-Gabriel Burlacu

"Went there for my birthday. The were so accommodating and welcoming! The wait staff was incredibly nice and the food (roasted lamb and pig) was..."

David Kanson-Benanav

"First time picking up from this legendary place (50 years in business!!) and I wish we knew about this place sooner. Great variety and quality of..."

Laura Prelletz

"Great food, exceptional service! We had a birthday party here and the appetizer sausages were very tasty. I ordered the braised short rib which was..."

Kino Zhou

"This was by far one of the best treatments I've experienced! My friends and I stopped here after the Cubs game to try out the food, and we were..."

Lidia Braboveanu

"I absolutely love this place even though it's my first time going here to get take out in this pandemic time! The stuffed cabbage and schnitzel was..."

Francis F

"Food was delicious. Was surprised to discover that I like stuffed cabbage, which was very tasty. Service was good. Clearly family owned with the..."

Katie Chapman

"I can honestly say Little Bucharest Bistro is truely the best place to go. The food and services feels right at home. I personally recommend anybody..."

Alexander Ruzicic

"Amazing food and friendly staff. Went there for their Sunday pig and lamb roast and it was amazing. The owner really makes you feel like family...."

Joey BC

"Spare ribs gulash is something that everyone need to try here, 5 hours slowcooked meat just melts in your mouth with delicious other ingredients...."

Anikó Ükös

"Like this place. Went in to pick up to go dinners and our free cabbage roll. Met the owner Branko & Just as important got to meet Violetta his..."

Michael Campbell

"I felt like I was walking into my grandparents' house for this first date. It was comfortable and cozy, there were people speaking different Slavic..."

Frieden Liebe

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

Tryzub

84/100 (2041 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"First off, since I'm a bit long winded, let me start off by saying it was both a delicious & an enjoyable dining experience. Both the physical space..."

Sarah Pauline Gilbert

"The best food I have had for a long time.. I love to eat and I honestly can't remember when I had something so good. Reminded me of my childhood and..."

Margus Kala

"What a classy place! My husband and I stayed in Ukrainian village at a B&B for our 20th Anniversary. We loved the area and this place is a gem! The..."

Jennifer Lynn

"My husband I just arrived in town and were looking for a lunch place. When we travel, we look for local places and as foodies, we enjoy all..."

Tamera Branam

"Handmade pierogi, borsch, goulash, kabobs, crêpes with salmon (also with chicken or vegetables), meat dishes and great salads - all this amazingly..."

Olga Ruda

"Wonderful restaurant! We live in Indiana and came to visit family. We ordered cabbage rolls, a variety of pierogis, and borscht. Delicious food and..."

Ann Ginda

"We went with the family. Very authentic, food well prepared. Great for sampling. We must have ordered 10 different dishes. All really good. Most very..."

David Newman

"Just had lunch today. Everything we had was outstanding. From fresh warm bread, to my amazing soup. The Pierogi are outstanding and the schnitzel and..."

Cheryl Erhard Polishchuk

"I love this place, hands down one of the best places to get decent pierogies and borscht. The servers are all very enthusiastic and sweet, the..."

Elle Sully

"Excellent food, great entertainment, and friendly wait staff. Highly..."

Dayna Davis

"Amazing customer service , excellent location and enterior design and delicious cuisine !!!! Highly recommend this..."

Vorozhbyt Ulyana

"Great place for a European breakfast (without going to Europe and possibly being banned from returning to your country even though you are a legal..."

Kim Basile

"A warm welcome from the staff, especially Ms Mila Luhova, that made the evening special for my wife and I as we celebrated our anniversary. The food..."

Michael Pawluk

"Good food I recommend to all my friends the waitress was very attentive at..."

Jesus Luna

"Loved it. Went w my Ukrainian friend and tried the most wonderful food. Great service as well. Highly..."

Mike Steinharter

"A superb fine dining Ukrainian restaurant. The food was superb, especially the chicken Kyiv. It was my first time trying the place and I was..."

S.B. Jashwaanth

"Fantastic Ukrainian weekend brunch! I ate the mini potato pancakes flavorful trio and the breakfast pork burger. The burger is a must; it’s been..."

Kai DeBus

"Come for the food, leave the politics. I’ll start with the positives: - cozy atmosphere - servers willing to educate American customers about foods..."

Illiana Falkenstern

"This place was wonderful! The food was exquisite and the staff is incredibly welcoming and friendly. The drinks were wonderful! The designs and..."

Nicole

"WE literally love everything about this restaurant! The food here was so impressive! they gave your brain and your taste bud a whole new flavorful..."

Freddie Peng

"This is a cute spot, great for both large group parties and more intimate meals. The interior is spacious and intricately decorated— a lot of..."

Mona Tong

"Tryzub is an excellent Ukrainian restaurant that offers an amazing food experience. Their cocktails feature unique Ukrainian flavors that are truly..."

Katherine Melnyk

"Tryzub was a great place to experience a small piece of Ukraine's vibrant culture. The restaurant is decorated with hundreds, if not thousands, of..."

R K

"Loved the crispy polenta balls with mushroom sauce and also enjoyed the crispy potato pancakes. The stuffed cabbage rolls had a yummy..."

Michelle Gan

"When there is live music, it’s very tough to eat unless you’re there for the concert. We didn’t know about the music until we got there and it..."

Molly Chamberlin

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

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

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

Tango Sur

83/100 (3587 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Tango Sur offers a delightful blend of flavors in a cozy atmosphere. The food is exceptional, with their grilled meats standing out for their..."

Richard S

"Great BYOB place! We sat on the patio and it was perfect. We walked in on a Friday and had no wait. Reservations one week prior. Food was amazing,..."

Jessica Hajny

"Love coming to this place, I enjoy the ambiance and service. Our server was extremely attentive and polite. I recommend that you try the empanadas..."

jose torres

"This place was great! The steak was really good! Big portions too. Service was kinda slow, but considering how busy they were i cant blame..."

Kaiz V

"Food was delicious and good quality meats! Grilled asparagus soooo good! Everything was good! But i feels all the table a little too tight but maybe..."

panita chimprasert

"The food was outstanding! Delicious filet mignon with red onion wine sauce and those spinach mashed potatoes! This is definitely a hot spot, so..."

Chelsie Tamms

"Tango sur offers an intimate, candle lit, dinner setting. They are BYOB, but unsure if there's a cork fee. First time visiting I was pleasantly..."

Jess Sol

"We have been to this restaurant one time before in a group outing a few years ago, and had a great time. My husband and I went last night for dinner...."

Rachel Arias - Tripp III

"If you want to have a taste of the famous Argentine steaks and meats, Chicago's got you covered. Argentina is Latin America's equivalent to the US's..."

Glen Trebilcock

"Best steak in town! Everything here is sooo good! Cheesecake is the bomb! We will definitely come back..."

Cindy Be Cool

"Food is Great! You should go. We go there almost every month; today I felt like I should rate this restaurant as the quality was consistent. All the..."

Dan GHADIRI

"If you are in a carnivorous state of mind, this is the place for you. Argentinians are known as meat lovers, and that is definitely portrayed on the..."

Frank McBride

"I had been wanting to come here for a while but due to the large amount of vegetarians in my life had to wait for a special occasion. Came on a..."

Pranav Ramineni

"Tango Sur is a true gem for any meat lover! I recently dined here with a dear friend, and we opted for the parrillada for 2. The variety of meats,..."

Jennifer Ball

"We visited to celebrate a friend's birthday in the private room in the back. What an amazing experience! Our server, Pedro, was spectacular. The..."

Rich Lawrence

"Amazing place! Super romantic and the food is a 10. You should try the sweet beef empanadas and the parrillada! The service is also fantastic. I..."

Susana Rodríguez Fuerte

"prob (imho) the best date place in all of lakeview hands down. the food never deviates from excellent. for starters either go with the el'fillet or..."

とてもセクシーspike

"One of my favorite steak place in Chicago. We kicked off our meal with Mezcla del Mar salad. Packed with mussels, calamari, crab meat, and octopus,..."

Vincent Mañara

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..."

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