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A classic Italian restaurant w/ a chic finish  - IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA, Chicago, IL

IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

4.5
4.5
119 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
PARKING AVAILABLE IN MOVIE THEATER PARKING LOT ACROSS THE STREET. Parking is 75 cents per hour

Now offering daily a 3 Course pre-fixed EARLY BIRD menu for $39.00 from 4-6PM. This menu is also available for Takeout. We are also doing free delivery within a ONE mile radius of the restaurant.

“Girasole” stands for sunflower in Italian. A flower that grows in abundance in fields all across 4 different provinces in northern Italy. A classic northern Italian trattoria with daily fresh ingredients & house made pasta dishes served w/ stellar service & exceptional wine & specialty drinks. Providing our guests the best in Italian cuisine we have to offer with a combination of 50 years of experience. We have 2 separate dining rooms for you to enjoy a wonderful family meal or for an impressive 1st date dinner before heading across the street to catch a movie at the theater! Our lovely & inviting space offers a full sidewalk cafe patio & a more private 2nd floor terrace patio.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (872) 315-2928
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rodolfo Hernandez

What 119 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Girasole Trattoria offers an enchanting dining experience with "spectacular" ambiance, "outstanding" service, and "delicious" food. Guests rave about the welcoming atmosphere and the attentive staff. Standout dishes include zucchini blossoms, lobster gnocchi, and tiramisu. The cozy space and varied menu make it a "must-try" spot.

119 Reviews
  1. Steven

    VIP

    Grand Rapids

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The sauces were outstanding!!! I had the veal ravioli and my wife had the Carbonara pasta. Each were fantastic and the sauce was completely different. It was hard to decide which was better. One of the best Italian restaurants we've been to in quite a while. Very small setting as max capacity is 49 people. Service was wonderful. Will definitely return. Compliments to the chef. The only negative I could give this place is the 3% add on for use of a credit card, but this is becoming universal in Chicago so I guess it's the future.

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  2. Becky

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was very prompt and attentive and was great with recommendations. Food was excellent

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  3. Keith

    VIP

    Chicago

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Entrees were superb as were first course pastas. Beet salad also a hit with those who had them. Owners and staff make you feel welcome and care about your experience. Lots of choices for Italian food in Chicago but Il Girasole definitely a top one.

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  4. Catherine

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and the chef takes you right into Italy. Ended the night with lemonchello and cake! Can’t wait to go back!

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  5. Brian

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Il Girasole Trattoria was outstanding! The food is excellent with a vast array of options all at very reasonable prices. The drink and wine selection was outstanding as well!

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  6. Ginger

    VIP

    Chicago

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great addition to the neighborhood. Delightful place, really good food great staff. It is warm and welcoming. We will be back for sure

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  7. Gaia

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is amazing. It is the most authentic Italian food we have ever tasted so far in the United States. It is for sure our favorite when we feel like having some food that reminds us home. Their saffron risotto is better than my mom’s! Pappardelle alla bolognese, tiramisu and risotto con ossobuco are definitely recommended. Service is great, they make you feel welcomed and at home. Good job guys!

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  8. Juan

    VIP

    Chicago

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed this place. We got the Tre Polentine, which were 3 mini polenta topped with 3 different toppings. We got one of their Specials appetizer, which was a thick focaccia w sauce and melted cheese on top. We also shared the Tagliolini al Limone and they even plated it on 2 separate dishes for us, instead of having us do it. The little nice touches. Recommend.

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  9. Liza

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is our go to every time my dad is in town. The food is amazing and it’s just the right mix of quiet and popular to make the ambiance great. The service is always friendly and prompt. So glad these guys are in my neighborhood!

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  10. Tony

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our anniversary date at Il Girasole Trattoria... the food, service, and ambiance were all spectacular, thank you!!

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IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA is rated 4.5 stars by 119 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

2700 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-2017

Additional information

  • Area
    Logan Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rodolfo Hernandez
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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