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EXPLORE CHICAGO | | | | | | | 815 Chicago Ave
Evanston,
IL
60202
847-475-6100 | | | | | Description: EVANSTON. The small dining room fills up quickly with patrons eager to enjoy the creative dishes of chef Michael Alternberg. The name means "country-style," and that's just what you get rustic, wood-laden surroundings, complete with some cozy looking couches, and the best of bold Italian cooking. Try grilled calamari with tapenade, wood-grilled sardines, or wood-grilled Muscovy duck with organic vegetables. Simple but amazing desserts, including white chocolate rhubarb cake or an elegant cheese plate.
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| 300 W Hubbard St
Chicago,
IL
60610
312-836-0900 | | | | | Description: RIVER NORTH. Perfect for special occasions, this restaurant focuses on hearty Tuscan cuisine. The dining room has a spacious, airy interior, upscale but still comfortable. The food is full of assertive flavors, as evidenced by dishes like pappardelle with rabbit, roast pancetta-rolled pork loin, and herb-crusted half rack of lamb with artichokes and fried polenta. Any of the grilled game dishes is sure to please. The most popular dessert is cioccolato fondente, a chocolate volcano ready to erupt as soon as your fork hits it.
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| 1400 W Taylor St
Chicago,
IL
60607
312-829-2828 | | | | | Description: LITTLE ITALY. This neighborhood charmer earns high marks for its traditional trattoria atmosphere, friendly service, and Northern Italian and Tuscan-inspired fare. Start off with an appetizer of mussels in spicy tomato sauce before moving on to heartier matters, like pollo limone, rigatoni melanzane with roasted eggplant and mozzarella, and salmone pagliacci with broccoli, eggplant, garlic, and white wine.
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| 516 N Clark St
Chicago,
IL
60610
312-644-7700 | | | | | Description: RIVER NORTH. For an Italian eatery to stand out in Chicago, you know it must be special. Such is the case with Maggiano's, whose fine Southern Italian cuisine comes to your table family-style or a la carte, guaranteeing that you'll leave at full capacity. J. Cammarrari's Roast Chicken Vesuvio, Picatta-Style Veal Scallopini, and Shrimp Oreganata how to decide? The atmosphere is distinctly Italian, with cozy tables, red-checked tablecloths, and family portraits hanging on every wall.
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| 72 E Walton
Chicago,
IL
60611
312-649-0055 | | | | | Description: GOLD COAST. At Pane Caldo, it's Northern Italian cuisine served against a backdrop of soft amber-toned walls and a midnight blue ceiling. Tables are adorned with fresh flowers and set with fine china. The seasonal menu changes daily and includes a mix of beef, seafood, and pasta. The risottos are the signature item. Try the fresh Maine lobster or the baked veal shank. Enjoy these delicious entrees to the tune of soft jazz and exceptional service. The international wine list features over 1200 different selections, some available by the glass.
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| 720 N Rush St
Chicago,
IL
60611
312-266-6444 | | | | | Description: RIVER NORTH. Basic Italian favorites in traditionally huge portions are what you'll find at this popular restaurant, which includes a breezy outdoor area, the Cocktails and Cabaret room downstairs, and the elegant upstairs room with an azure-blue domed ceiling and large windows looking out over the bustling street. On the menu you'll find great chops, steaks, garlicky rigatoni, veal, and a popular stuffed chicken concoction called Chicken Vesuvio. EL: Red Line to Chicago/State
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| 980 N Michigan Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
312-280-2750 | | | | | Description: MAGNIFICENT MILE. For luxurious, upscale Italian dining, Spiaggia is a top pick. One of the town's most romantic dining rooms, it features sparkling platinum-and-white decor, sculpted steel light fixtures, and fantastic Lake Michigan views. The food is simplicity at its best, crafted with the finest aged cheeses, the freshest produce, and wonderful pastas. Delicious dishes include roasted scallops with Parmigiano Reggiano, tenderloin of rabbit, and an unforgettable citrus sea bass. Perfect wines, impeccable service, and irresistible desserts make this restaurant a winner in every category. An 8-course tasting menu is available for $165 per person. A pairing of 8 wines may be added for $90 per person. EL: Red Line to Chicago/State
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| 1566 Oak Ave
Evanston,
IL
60202
847-475-7779 | | | | | Description: EVANSTON. This serene dining spot is considered the best northern Italian restaurant in Chicago, thanks to perfect pastas and risotto dishes, a well-chosen wine list, and a rustic, authentic Italian environment that is complete with pillars. The name means "think freely" in Italian, and chefs do just that, going beyond basic pasta dishes to offer game or seafood concoctions like roasted Atlantic salmon with mustard glaze. Reservations recommended.
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| 201 E Grand Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
312-410-9900 | | | | | Description: MAGNIFICENT MILE. If you find yourself in need of a little pampering, try this cozy Italian eatery, where white tablecloths, an open kitchen, crystal chandeliers, and superb service make you feel as if you've just returned home from the war. While most pastas are nothing short of excellent, risotto Volare and osso buco are worth special attention. During warmer months, ask for a sidewalk table.
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| 2148 W Chicago Ave
Chicago,
IL
60622
773-276-7567 | | | | | Description: WEST SIDE. Sit down inside at a lovely table set with fresh flowers, or choose outdoor dining on the terrace if it's comfortable weather. Five course meals are served with aplomb and include house specialties like gnocchi with brown sage butter, oven-roasted chicken, and an outstanding grilled Portobello mushroom entree. The menu focuses on fare from the North of Italy and changes depending on what's in season and what the chef feels like making.
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