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il Carciofo, Chicago, IL

il Carciofo

4.6
4.6
131 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 123 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (872) 274-5862
  • Website
    http://www.ilcarciofochicago.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Flamm
  • Private party facilities
    Serving as a dedicated Pasta Lab by day, our intimate private dining room provides a unique backdrop for a variety of corporate and social events of all types and sizes. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (872) 274-5862
  • Location
    1045 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607
  • Area
    West Loop
  • Cross Street
    Fulton and Aberdeen
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Morgan CTA Station (Green & Pink Lines)
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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Experiences

  • Valentine's Day

    US$150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Celebrate Valentine's Day with a family-style feast at il Carciofo, located in the Fulton Market District of West Loop, Chicago! Enjoy a four-course Roman-Italian dining experience curated by Celebrity Chef Joe Flamm. Special cocktail, beer, and wine selections will be available for purchase at the restaurant. Check out the full menu here: **Please note that this experience will be limited to 2 hours. Gratuity is not included in the ticket price -- a 20% Service Charge and 4% Surcharge will be added to the final bill on the night of the event.**

  • Valentine's Day - Bar Counter

    US$150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Celebrate Valentine's Day with a family-style feast at il Carciofo, located in the Fulton Market District of West Loop, Chicago! Enjoy a four-course Roman-Italian dining experience curated by Celebrity Chef Joe Flamm. Special cocktail, beer, and wine selections will be available for purchase at the restaurant. Check out the full menu here: **Please note this reservation is for a seat at the bar counter.** **Please note that this experience will be limited to 2 hours. Gratuity is not included in the ticket price -- a 20% Service Charge and 4% Surcharge will be added to the final bill on the night of the event.**

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What 131 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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Il Carciofo is a delightful addition to Fulton Market, offering "amazing food and service." Chef Joe Flamm delivers authentic Roman cuisine with standout dishes like the "gnocchetti pesto" and "carbonara." The vibrant atmosphere is complemented by a knowledgeable and friendly staff, making this a must-visit destination.

131 Reviews

  1. Kacie

    VIP

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service was fantastic! Can’t wait to come back and try more dishes. If you come here (and you should), you must order the carbonara.

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  2. Audree

    VIP

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    3.0

    35 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Truly average. And somewhat surprised, based on RoseMary and BLVD. Had to have menu explanation (too much Italian-we are avid restaurant goers, and can usually understand listings). Appetizer calamari was bland, and small portion. Sausage fennel pizza was very tasty. Entree veal was overcooked, needed the sauce (which was good, not great) and appetizer portion. Potatoes again good, not great and poor presentation (cheese? Looked like a gluey film)

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  3. joe

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service but very loud!!! Terrific gelato!!!

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  4. Kristen

    VIP

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and atmosphere. Both our pasta dishes were way too salty. The prosciutto di parma and pistachio gelato were sensational! Drinks delicious.

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  5. Jonathan

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! Amazing service! 10/10! Another master piece for Chef Joe Flamm!

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  6. Lashana

    VIP

    Chicago

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful dinner at il Carciofo. My husband and I had the artichoke, the rosso pizza, tagliatelle pasta, the steak, and cherry sorbetti. Everything, including our cocktails, was delicious and service was great. Chef Flamm even stopped by to check on our meal and was so kind. Will definitely be back and highly recommend to others.

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  7. Justin

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great. Still working out some kinks on the service front which is to be expected.

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  8. Dave

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    iL Carciofo is amazing, the food, the space, the ambiance, Joe and his team are incredibly talented

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  9. Tyler

    VIP

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Service still working out some kinks but VERY nice all around and we had a great time!

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  10. Matthew

    VIP

    St. Louis

    62 reviews

    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good was excellent, really enjoyed our server. Great chatting with Chef Flamm

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FAQs

il Carciofo is rated 4.6 stars by 131 OpenTable diners.

il Carciofo does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 123 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for il Carciofo

1045 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Fulton and Aberdeen
  • Area
    West Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Morgan CTA Station (Green & Pink Lines)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Flamm
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Website
    http://www.ilcarciofochicago.com/
  • Phone number
    (872) 274-5862
  • Private party facilities
    Serving as a dedicated Pasta Lab by day, our intimate private dining room provides a unique backdrop for a variety of corporate and social events of all types and sizes. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (872) 274-5862
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