Atsuko K
The food at Anto Pizza is truly delicious. What makes this place special is the depth of flavor and the quality of the ingredients. The fried calamari is so lightly crispy on the outside and incredibly juicy inside — perfectly cooked. I’ve been to many Italian restaurants, including some fancy ones downtown, but the flavor here is honestly one of the best.
It’s such a cute Italian restaurant with a cozy neighborhood vibe, yet the food quality is seriously solid. The pasta is perfectly al dente and melts in your mouth, with a deep, refreshing seafood flavor that feels both rich and light at the same time.Oh it was soooooo tasty!
I highly recommend it. Even with delivery, they pay attention to quality — they request a proper pizza bag to make sure the pizza stays fresh and doesn’t lose its texture. You can tell they truly care about good food.
… moreAlan C
When it comes to neighbourhood restaurants, and if you follow my other reviews – you know that I love finding the mom-&-pop joints. And this is one of my go-to places whenever I am up in Rogers Park!
Anto Pizza and Pasta was put on my radar for their pasta in a cone. A nod to Italian grab-&-go pasta joints. What is great about Anto is that you can definitely get their pasta in a cone or on a plate. I tend to go with a plate option and don’t want to eat out of a cone when dining in. But hey – it’s a great presentation of your main if that is what you’re into.
I also always get their fried calamari. It’s always perfectly lightly fried – which makes them the perfect crispy thanks to their batter while staying tender to eat.
If you have room, they have some lovely typical Italian and Italian American desserts. But I’m usually too full from dinner.
If you’re in Rogers Park and like a solid Italian American restaurant that won’t break the bank, come to Anto.
Some tips I suggest:
– space is very limited. So don’t come with a big group. Best time of year to come is in the warm months because they have the outside patio al fresco dining that is delightful to people watch at.
– place is BYOB. So bring your own. Which I recommend going just a block away to the cute wine tasting bar (called Taste Food & Wine) and grabbing a wine from their sommelier and let them know you’re coming to Anto and they’ll help you pick out a great bottle to take back to this place for your meal!
– parking is extremely limited even for street parking. Fortunately they are right next door to the Jarvis redline stop!
… moreRocky Blackmon
Cozy restaurant. Portions not as big as expected. Great service. Nice server. Small business that you should check out. Didn’t get the pasta in the cone but we’re sure it’s just as tasty in the bowl.
… moreI F
This was delicious, the pasta was tasty, everything was well seasoned even though parts of the focaccia burnt up a bit. I think it’s a little overpriced if you just order pasta, sharing a pizza might be the best choice pricewise but it’s a good solid choice.
… moreGage Bigger
Best food we have had while visiting Chicago. Probably some of the best food we have ever had. We went twice, once when we got to Chicago and once before leaving. We got different stuff each time and not a single thing we got was in any way disappointing. Definitely should check it out if you are in the area, we will definitely be coming back when we’re in Chicago again. We specifically had tortellini vodka, chicken alfredo, spaghetti carbonara, a cheese pizza, and mozzarella sticks. Food came out reasonably quick, tasted fresh, was a very pleasant experience.
… moreRob Dorencz
Phenomenal authentic Italian food! This place is an absolute gem and I feel lucky to have found it! Had the calamari to start and it was the perfect mix of crunchy and soft. The pistachio ravioli was some of the best ravioli I’ve ever had – the cream sauce was spectacular. Ordered a pizza with pancetta, pecorino & fontina with the intention of taking it home but everything was so delicious I had to start eating some there. Appears they have out front patio style seating and I’m excited to frequent this place. Great service and very friendly people. 100 stars out of 5 !!! If you’re in the area you MUST give this place a try & if you’re not – it’s definitely worth the drive.
… moreEvelyn Martinez
Food was good! The pasta was super creamy! The portions aren’t huge but they’re the perfect amount to have you stuffed.
… moreТyler Collins
Absolutely outstanding! Anto Pizza & Pasta has quickly become my favorite Italian spot in Chicago. The food is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I loved their crispy, golden Italian fries, the delicate and perfectly seasoned Capellini Bella Napoli, and the rich, comforting Pappardelle — each dish felt like a warm hug from Italy. The atmosphere is warm, cozy, and inviting, with a friendly neighborhood feel, and the seating options — both indoors and on the charming covered patio — make it perfect year-round. The staff is genuinely welcoming and makes you feel like family from the moment you walk in.
They also do a fantastic job accommodating dietary preferences, with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options (like their vegan pasta and pizzas) and even gluten-free crust available. Highly recommend to anyone who loves authentic Italian with a creative twist!
… moreVeronica S.
My parents are from out of town and we heard Chicago has amazing pizza and boy were they right! Anto’s was so cute inside and felt like home! The pizza was great but boy that crust was perfect! 10/10 highly recommend!
… moreshazia
An unassuming little neighborehood place that has authentic Italian taste in food. Limited menu but tasty fare. There was a constant stream of people coming in which was a testament to their good food
… more