Riccardo Trattoria

4.8

2861 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Riccardo started his career at a very young age in Milan's prestigious "GIRARROSTO" family owned. Then, in 1982 he moved to the United States and he opened the famous Sonny Bono's in Los Angeles. In 1987 he started to work with his cousin Roberto Ruggeri, with him he opened Bice New York, Los Angeles and many others around the world.

Together with his wife (and sous chef), Veronica, and his cousin (and hostess), Barbara, he decided to continue his gastronomic artistry and creativity in his restaurant named after himself "Riccardo Trattoria."

Here through the craftsmanship of an Italian food connoisseur, dishes are prepared with an almost zen-like essentiality that has shaped Riccardo's professional and existential life course. Some highlights of the menu are Veal Chop Milanese, Veal Shank Osso Bucco, Pappardelle with Short Rib Ragu, various classic Rissotto preparations, and for dessert options like Panna Cotta, Homemade Tiramisu and Tuscan Ricotta Cheesecake round out the menu.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
Hours of Operation
Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 549-0038
Website
http://www.riccardotrattoria.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Riccardo Michi

Location
2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
Area
Lincoln Park
Cross Street
Clark and Webster
Parking details
Valet parking not available
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Offers

$38, 3 Course Early Bird Menu 4PM-6PM Daily
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 16:00 - 18:00
Join us Monday-Sunday from 4:00-6:00 for a 3-course menu priced at $38 (beverages, tax, and gratuity not included). Choose from different signature Riccardo Trattoria options for each course. Not offered on Mother's Day or other holiday weekends.

Popular dishes

GALLETTO ALLA DIAVOLAUS$30.00
DEVIL CORNISH HEN ROAST AU JUS T-FRIES
FILET MIGNON GORGONZOLAUS$38.00
ROAST AU JUS ITALIAN BLUE CHEESE PORRCINI & T-FRIES
BUTTERFLY WHOLE BRANZINOUS$38.00
HEIRLOOMS TOMATO OLIVES & CAPERS SAUCE
PEPPERED AHI TUNA TAGLIATAUS$34.00
GRAPE TOMATO, CANNELLINI BEANS RED ONION
RABBITT LOIN SALTINBOCCAUS$30.00
TOP W/ SAGE PROSCIUTTO IN WHITE WINE DEMI GLASS SAUCE TUSCAN FRIES
DOVER SOLE FILET PICCATAUS$34.00
WHITE WINE LEMON CAPERS SAUCE & ASPARAGUS

DOLCI SPECIALI

DESSERT OF THE DAY

TORTA DI PERA CON GELATOUS$16.00
PEARS TART & VANILLA ICE CREAM
TORTA DELLA NONNAUS$14.00
LEMON PASTRY CREAM TART ALMOND & PINENUTS

What 2,861 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Riccardo Trattoria is celebrated for its "authentic Italian cuisine" with "delicious, homemade pasta" and a warm, inviting ambiance. Guests highlight the "extensive menu" and "exceptional service," making it a "neighborhood gem." Though occasionally crowded, the dedicated staff ensures a memorable dining experience with "incredible food and value."

2,861 Reviews

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Kevin
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great 3 course meal, the risotto were excellent
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Catherine
VIP
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful dinner, supported by gracious service. Loved everything ,- especially the rigatoni Bolognese and penne alla vodka. Grazie!
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Rich
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been to Trattoria Riccardo since the week they opened.....19years ago yesterday! They have never disappointed us. The food and service are the best. In my opinion, Riccardo's is the best Italian restaurant in Chicago.
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Azzam
VIP
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always exceptional food and excellent service. Pasta dishes are incredibly fresh and flavorful.
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Frank
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was excellent. We had squash blossoms, fettuccini with shrimp & fish. All perfectly cooked. The bread was light and amazing w/ olive oil.
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Pamela
Chicago
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had six people for a birthday dinner and the experience overall was excellent -- great food, service and ambience, and a very authentic Italian menu. The patrons are "packed in like sardines" in this small dining room (which at first I thought would bother me but over time it actually contributed to the restaurant's energetic vibe). That said, some reading this may care to know that a man at the table next to ours injected himself into our conversation several times, and although we didn't mind as he was very friendly and funny, just know that eavesdropping appears to be common here given the minimal distance between tables. Two of our guests chose the restaurant week menu, which had so many great options that it was difficult to choose. I had the rigatoni buttera, and although I love al dente pasta, this dish was a tad too firm (but it tasted great so I gobbled it up anyway). The braised rib pasta was fantastic, and so was the steak entree. Value is my only lower score -- mainly because the portion sizes didn't always fit the price. We did not end up using the valet ($14) because we found free (unmetered) street parking within a half block of the restaurant so that was an added bonus. On balance, it was an extremely positive experience and we will definitely return!
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Alexander
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Best Italian food in Chicago. Great service and a wonderful experience
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Elyse
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for Restaurant Week. Everything was excellent! Four courses for dinner. Lots to choose from . Everything we ordered was delicious and a large portion .Waiter was attentive and pleasant. Unlike other restaurant week restaurant who scrimp on everything and add on all kinds of fees, Riccardo Trattoria did not. No problem giving us separate checks. If restaurants were smart, they’d put their best foot forward so that people want to return. I’ll be back to Riccardo Trattoria. I won’t be back to Prime and Provisions. I will tell friends how great Riccardo Trattoria was. I’ll tell them how Prime and Provisions skimped on everything and added on numerous fees.
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Susie
Chicago
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We were there during restaurant week and the food was great as usual. The service was very good.
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lynn
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 4 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant week menu. The very best food and value.
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Riccardo Trattoria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 549-0038.

Riccardo Trattoria is rated 4.8 stars by 2861 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

Cross Street
Clark and Webster
Area
Lincoln Park
Hours of Operation
Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet parking not available
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Riccardo Michi
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.riccardotrattoria.com/
Phone number
(773) 549-0038

Riccardo Trattoria

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$38, 3 Course Early Bird Menu 4PM-6PM Daily

ANY RISOTTO

RISOTTO PESCATORA

BUCATINI ALLA CARBONARA

ANTIPASTI

FRIED STUFFED ZUCCHINI BLOSSOMSUS$16.00

SPANISH OCTOPUS TAILUS$24.00

FOCACCIA DELLA MODELLAUS$20.00

ZUPPA

PAPPA AL POMODOROUS$14.00

PASTA E RISOTTO

STUFFED GNOCCHI ASIAGO VODKAUS$28.00

TONNARELLI AL POMODORO ESTIVOUS$28.00

RISOTTO ZAFFERANO CALAMARI E PISELLIUS$30.00

FETTUCCINE AL PESTOUS$38.00

CARNE E PESCE

GALLETTO ALLA DIAVOLAUS$30.00

FILET MIGNON GORGONZOLAUS$38.00

BUTTERFLY WHOLE BRANZINOUS$38.00

PEPPERED AHI TUNA TAGLIATAUS$34.00

RABBITT LOIN SALTINBOCCAUS$30.00

DOVER SOLE FILET PICCATAUS$34.00

DOLCI SPECIALI

TORTA DI PERA CON GELATOUS$16.00

TORTA DELLA NONNAUS$14.00

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