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Updated 05 December 2024

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Riccardo Enoteca

4.9

4.9 (1149)

$30 and under

Italian

Lincoln Park

About the restaurant

Riccardo Michi comes from a restaurant Family in Milan established since 1943 called Girarrosto, one of the first Tuscan restaurants in town and still operating.

After moving to the US, Riccardo opened Sonny Bono, IL Giardino Ristorante and Madeo Ristorante in Beverly Hills. In 1987 he helped his cousin Roberto Ruggeri open the first Bice restaurant in New York City. Since then, he has worked in the opening of many of the restaurants in the group. In 2002 Riccardo moved to Chicago with his wife Veronica to be the executive chef of Bice on Ontario.

Finally Riccardo and Veronica, also a chef, decided to open their own place and in 2006 called Riccardo Trattoria. Considered by many to be the top Italian restaurant in town, receiving the Bib Gourmand from Michelin in 2011, 2012 and 2013.

Now, Riccardo and Veronica have opened Riccardo Enoteca, right across the street from Riccardo Trattoria on Clark.

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Mark

Dined 2 days ago

great holiday dinner with our fam. everything was rock solid. great service.

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LASAGNA AL GRATIN

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Viaggio Ristorante and Lounge

4.8

4.8 (2548)

$30 and under

Italian

West Loop

About the restaurant

*PLEASE CALL TO SEE OTHER AVAILABLE RESERVATION TIMES*

An authentic Italian dining experience in the heart of Chicago's lively West Loop neighborhood

We offer an elegant and charming dining experience that keeps guests coming back again and again. Our large menu of regional Italian pastas, meats and fishes is rounded out by a selection of salads, soups, and decadent desserts. Popular staples like Rigatoni with Braised Pork Gravy and Eggplant Parmesan are served alongside Executive Chef Nicolas Biscaglio’s signature interpretations of classic Italian dishes. We use only the highest quality ingredients to ensure a deliciously memorable experience!

As a hospitality-driven establishment, it’s our goal to make every guest that walks through the door feel like family. At Viaggio, we invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy!

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JeromeVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The best Italian food in Chicago. Veal dishes are outstanding!

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Eggplant Parmesan

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Tuscany on Taylor

4.8

4.8 (2210)

$30 and under

Italian

Little Italy / University Village

About the restaurant

Tuscany on Taylor is the original Tuscany restaurant opened in 1990 in the heart of Little Italy. A comfortable trattoria, Tuscany serves Northern Italian favorites including: homemade pastas, pizzas from our wood-burning ovens, signature Italian chicken dishes, grilled veal and other authentic dishes. Private party space available.

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Lucy

Dined on 12 Dec 2024

Husband and I met for a quiet dinner. It was just as I imagined. The service is exemplary and the food was absolutely fantastic. I have to note that while it was later in the evening I noticed a beautiful family having dinner. So this is also a family restaurant .I have to also note the the price was reasonable too.

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Spaghettini di Mare

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Calamari Fritti

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4.8

4.8 (36)

$50 and over

Italian

Old Town

About the restaurant

Discover modern, Tuscan-inspired cuisine in the heart of Chicago's Old Town at Topo Gigio. This cozy, charming eatery has been a local favorite for over 35 years, topping "Best of" lists consistently. The menu at Topo Gigio is a feast for the senses, with fresh, flavorful food, expertly prepared and artfully plated. It includes fabulous antipasto plates and crispy calamari appetizers, fresh, hearty salads, soups, pastas and traditional Tuscan favorites with a modern flair. Topo Gigio's extensive wine list features the perfect pairing for every single plate, including many wines straight from Tuscany's most venerated wineries. The restaurant offers catering services as well as comprehensive banquet packages, ideal for corporate events, private receptions, large groups and more.
*OUR OUTSIDE IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE!*

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Karin

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food in a super cozy atmosphere! Highly recommend!

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4.7

4.7 (157)

$31 to $50

Italian

West Town

About the restaurant

Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.

Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight.

Parties of 7 or more must contact Reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee.

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Andrew

Dined 3 days ago

Great food and drinks. A bit tight, and a bit loud considering the size of the place. But the service was great and the food and drinks were excellent.

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Saba Italian Kitchen + Bar - Chicago

4.8

4.8 (696)

$30 and under

Italian

Logan Square

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Logan Square, Saba serves classic Italian food that fuses tradition with passion.
With a wide-ranging menu of dishes, you’ll feel right at home at our table.

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Johanna

Dined 3 days ago

Good food, great service, nicely decorated for the holidays

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Linguini Carbonara

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Mirabella Italian Cuisine

4.8

4.8 (644)

$30 and under

Italian

Avondale

About the restaurant

Mirabella is an Italian steakhouse in the same location where Mirabell Restaurant once stood in the heart of Irving Park. Mirabell, a local staple for nearly 40 years, could not be easily ignored or forgotten; so when the new Owner, Chef Arturo, left his career of 20 years as Head Chef at one of the best steakhouses in downtown Chicago, he felt it was important to recognize Mirabell's unique and longstanding contributions to the community. Mirabella is proud to honor the history and integrity of the former restaurant, while serving the cuisine that Chef Arturo is so passionate about. We welcome you to join us in the celebration of life, love, happiness and delicious food from our famous Grilled Calamari, Chicken Mirabella to our most popular dessert Banana Foster. Mangia!

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Kim

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

One of our favorite Italian restaurants in the city!

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Risotto with Mushrooms

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Chicken Parmesan

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Via Carducci - Wicker Park

4.8

4.8 (645)

$30 and under

Italian

Bucktown / Wicker Park

About the restaurant

Rustic Southern Italian Cuisine features plenty of natural ingredients from the four basic food groups. Here at Via Carducci we use only fresh ingredients to insure the best possible quality. We feature regional Italian wines that best complement the cuisine of Southern Italy. Since we cannot take you back to Calabria, we have brought a little of Calabria to you.

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Colleen

Dined 5 days ago

Via Carducci is our absolute go to in wicker park! Love it so much! So cozy and warm and seems like you are in an Italian restaurant in an out of the way alley in Rome! Love it!!

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Franco's Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (653)

$30 and under

Italian

Bridgeport

About the restaurant

If your preferred time is unavailable please call for possible openings.

Franco's Ristorante is the perfect combination of old world Italian classics and your new favorite pasta dishes. We've been around for over 27 years and have perfected our craft. Some of our most famous dishes include whipped ricotta tuffo, sausage and peppers, eggplant parmigiana and gnocchi.

Our great food and atmosphere helped us earn the honor of being named the Chicago Reader's 2016 "best place for a cheap date" and "best local restaurant."

You will be wowed when you step inside our bright, airy and modern restaurant. You can enjoy a drink at our new marble-topped bar or cozy up to tables with bright red-leather chairs and banquettes in the dining room. In the summer we are happy to offer outdoor seating that allows dogs.

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CindyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We loved Franco’s. Small neighborhood place with great food. We’ll be back!

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Grilled Calamari

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Housemade Gnocchi

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4.8

4.8 (1675)

$30 and under

Italian

West Loop

About the restaurant

A third generation, old-school Italian restaurant serving classic family recipes like Braciole, Stuffed Artichoke, Tortellini Romano and more. A hidden gem of Chicago, but once you know... you know.

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JosephVIP

Dined 2 days ago

One of my faves ! Always good and always consistent! I did feel bad for the server. She was the bartender and the server for lunch. And it was very busy. She did a great job ! Calamari is so good and the stuffed artichoke is great ! The meatball salad is my favorite!!

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Stuffed Artichoke

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Tortellini Romano

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Grilled Calamari

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