Lauren Carder
Sal’s is such a neighborhood gem- I can’t believe I’ve walked past it so many times without trying it! Beautiful cozy interior with great architecture and a stunning bar. The service is top notch and they have a cool menu with some standard dishes that are always available and a few rotating dishes under each section. Bread service is awesome with a freshly grated plate of parm to accompany. We got the meatballs which came in the most delicious homemade marinara, the special of the day branzino (can not recommend highly enough), and the venison sausage pasta (interesting and creative). This feels like one of those places that you really can’t go wrong with ordering- everything is fresh and delicious. Highly recommend as a date night spot but it will be necessary to get a reservation.
… moreLena Khalid
We came for a valentine dinner and Loved the food here and service! Max and Mario were fantastic with the food and drink recommendations. We got the sophia and the pomegranate drink as mocktails and loved them.
We got calamari, the lamb shank, and the Trottle which were solid!
Will definitely come back!
… moreDenise Coyne
We had the best dining experience at Sal’s last night!! Food, service, and outdoor dining were amazing. I love Italian food and they had the most delicious gnocchi I have eaten. Also, the fresh grated cheese they provide with the olive oil for the bread was a delectable surprise! Max the manager made sure we were well taken care of and all of the staff were attentive and accommodating!! Will definitely return and highly recommend!! Thanks so much for a delightful experience!!
… moreMichael Vance
Incredible! I had a lovely birthday dinner here! Everything we ordered from the drinks to the dessert were delicious. Joseph took exceptional care of us. Absolutely will be back, especially for the bolognese!
… moreNisha Jacob
The Burrata was amazing and is a must try – well toasted slices of bread served with delicious pesto, jam and burrata were to die for. We also ordered a side of gnocchi and did not regret this decision at all! The rigatoni bolognese and special pasta (linguine cooked in white wine, butter, lime and tiger shrimps) were really good too. Our server was very accommodating allowing us to customize the special pasta; we switched the white wine butter sauce with pesto. A great place for a date night or for family style dining. Loved everything we ordered.
… morePO
You need a reservation to sit inside in the AC. Once your seated, the service was slow but friendly. I had the spicy shrimp Bucatini for an entrée and the Shrimp martini for an appetizer. The shrimp in the appetizer and entrée were both cooked perfectly but we’re lacking in flavor. I don’t know where they are sourcing them from but they should find a new vendor for that. The actual star of the show was probably one of the most delicious pieces of cheesecake that I ever tasted. It was light and full of flavor without being too rich like most cheesecake usually is. 10 out of 10 for the cheesecake. I would go back to try some other items on the menu and get more of that cheesecake!
… moreSonya
Il sapore di questo piatto è buonissimo! Ma un Po’ troppo salato.. il proporzione sono grosso per of entree/app. Staff was excellent our server Joe went above and beyond. They make IN House desserts the Vanilla Gelato was perfect I recommend asking for a affogato 😉 make a reservation the hostess was great. Not a lot of seating.
Ordered: Beet Salad, Gnocchi, Brussels sprout and Diavolo pasta.
… moreE M P
A very cozy environment with warm aesthetics. Had a birthday dinner and recieved excellent service. Beet salad was fresh and tasty, Rigatoni was very good and desert with birthday candle topped the night off. Nice neighborhood authentic Italian restaurant.
… moreNatalie Frakes
Came here on a Thursday night on the later side and it was just lightening up from the dinner rush.
Overall great service! They were attentive and took care of us. Also made some recommendations.
The tartare wasn’t great. Had to send it back and they didn’t take it off of the bill which was disappointing.
Everything else was good. The beet salad, calamari and fettuccine Alfredo were my favorites. Chicken parm was good too.
For dessert tiramisu was great. Espresso martinis were OK!
… moreG Dj
Sal’s Trattoria is a hidden gem that perfectly captures the essence of classic Italian dining. The cozy atmosphere, combined with hearty, flavorful dishes, makes it the perfect place for a memorable meal. From the pasta to the classic cocktails, everything is made with care and high-quality ingredients. The staff is warm and attentive, adding to the overall welcoming vibe. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just craving some comfort food, Sal’s is a top choice for authentic Italian cuisine in Chicago. Highly recommend!
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