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Upscale eatery whipping up Italian staples & drinks in a wood-festooned space with outdoor seating.
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Address: 2435 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: (773) 927-5444
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Reviews
Jacob K.
My grandfathers best best friend started this restaurant. My Italian Grandfather and grandmother of 80+ years in chicago vouch for this restaurant. Please visit to support local business and to remember them, Ron Delaquila and Leona Delaquila (who’s photo is on the wall), and all the others who made the neighborhood Italian, and made such great food for generations.
… moreKimberley Harris
Even though we had a reservation we still had to wait 20 minutes to be seated. It didn’t help that 2 couples walked in and went to the bar in order to “jump” the line and 1 couple ended up being seated, that was unfair. It did also take the waitress a while to take our order. If it were not for my date and the fact that this was important to him and that I absolutely love Italian food, I would have opted to leave the restaurant. But we ended up staying and I had my first glass of wine ever and it turned out okay.
… moreTanya Avila
We happened to find this hidden treasure while I was right across the street getting a flat fixed.
Delightful lunchtime surprise. We walked in and were warmly greeted. The servers are attentive and kind, the food is exquisitely bursting with flavor, the decor is cozy and elegant. Definitely worth the drive for the abundant homemade flavors.
… moreDelightful lunchtime surprise. We walked in and were warmly greeted. The servers are attentive and kind, the food is exquisitely bursting with flavor, the decor is cozy and elegant. Definitely worth the drive for the abundant homemade flavors.
Eric Trip
February 2024
Let’s start with the grilled calamari- they need way much more love…probably need some good soaking overnight in a milk or so.
The mussels dish in marinara sauce was very good, but it did not have a proverbial pan grillada…..big minus!
Veal vesuvio with potato wedges did not disappoint. The sauce needed much more refinement and a touch of lemon.
The selection of wines is nothing to write home about.
The service is average just in any other family restaurant.
Street parking was easy.
The vibe was good…people had a good time, and we did as well!
The bomb now……. the in-house bread was a 5*! They should start selling their bread…amazing!
… moreLet’s start with the grilled calamari- they need way much more love…probably need some good soaking overnight in a milk or so.
The mussels dish in marinara sauce was very good, but it did not have a proverbial pan grillada…..big minus!
Veal vesuvio with potato wedges did not disappoint. The sauce needed much more refinement and a touch of lemon.
The selection of wines is nothing to write home about.
The service is average just in any other family restaurant.
Street parking was easy.
The vibe was good…people had a good time, and we did as well!
The bomb now……. the in-house bread was a 5*! They should start selling their bread…amazing!
Juan Lima
Approximately one week ago, I had the pleasure dining at this restaurant to celebrate my moms birthday. The dishes were exceptional, and wine selection was equally impressive.
We were unsure of what to order, but our experience was elevated by our attentive waiter who provided recommendations.
Towards the end of our meal, the waiter surprised us with complimentary cannolis in honor of my moms bday. They truly went beyond our expectations and would def eat there again.
… moreWe were unsure of what to order, but our experience was elevated by our attentive waiter who provided recommendations.
Towards the end of our meal, the waiter surprised us with complimentary cannolis in honor of my moms bday. They truly went beyond our expectations and would def eat there again.
Alicja K
Unfortunately I had to change my 5 star review to 1 star. I ordered this place for pickup a second time because the vodka sauce was beyond amazing last time. My bf just picked up the order and he is disgusted. We did not receive vodka sauce. We received COLD pasta with barely any random marinara sauce. To charge $20+ for what tasted like leftover pasta is beyond me. We live down the street and luckily there are numerous other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood who don’t sacrifice taste and quality in their food and try to cut corners. I would have called and taken this pasta back but unfortunately the restaurant closed by the time we ate. Will not be returning since we feel scammed. Whoever made this “vodka sauce” should resign. Honestly this ruined our Wednesday night as we were looking forward to having penne vodka. Do yourself a favor and eat somewhere else.
… moreRuth Aguilar
It was a nice place to go out with friends. The food is delicious and the cocktails are great. Also, don’t forget to try the Tiramisu..it is yummy!
The staff is friendly and the outdoor atmosphere is very nice.
… moreThe staff is friendly and the outdoor atmosphere is very nice.
Odysseas
This place is the absolute best. You cannot go wrong here. Literally every single thing on the menu is fantastic. The pork chops are life changing. The pasta is out of this world. The meatballs are easily the best in the city, and in fact, one of the best I’ve ever had, Italy included.
The service… They make you feel like you’re coming home. This restaurant has a lot of heart and it really comes through in every interaction.
Additionally, they have a very nice outdoor seating area, a great bar, and clean bathrooms, which is always really nice.
Two brothers from Italy started the restaurant, and the recipe book has remained unchanged since then. They do specials, which are always fantastic, but the backbone of the menu is unchanged, old school, and out of this world… Hence the phenomenal meatballs.
Coming here, you really feel the love. From the food, to the service, everything is a cut above the rest. Stop by, try a meatball or whatever else you heart desires. You won’t regret it.
Pictured below are the lobster ravioli (top) and the seafood in vodka sauce over black pasta (bottom, I forgot the name on the menu, it’s a special)
Stop whatever you’re doing.
Go here.
Eat some really good food.
You’ll thank me.
… moreThe service… They make you feel like you’re coming home. This restaurant has a lot of heart and it really comes through in every interaction.
Additionally, they have a very nice outdoor seating area, a great bar, and clean bathrooms, which is always really nice.
Two brothers from Italy started the restaurant, and the recipe book has remained unchanged since then. They do specials, which are always fantastic, but the backbone of the menu is unchanged, old school, and out of this world… Hence the phenomenal meatballs.
Coming here, you really feel the love. From the food, to the service, everything is a cut above the rest. Stop by, try a meatball or whatever else you heart desires. You won’t regret it.
Pictured below are the lobster ravioli (top) and the seafood in vodka sauce over black pasta (bottom, I forgot the name on the menu, it’s a special)
Stop whatever you’re doing.
Go here.
Eat some really good food.
You’ll thank me.
Marissa Valles
A delicious place with a great past. We got to meet the owner and he was so sweet and super passionate about his restaurant. The kitchen was awesome to make a dish off menu and it was excellent!!
… moreSandra W
Squid Ink Seafood pasta was delicious. So was the veal ravioli. The atmosphere laid back and casual. I recommend.
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