- 6 W. Hubbard St., Near North
This popular Italian dinner spot from the '90s reopened in the former Bar Umbriago space. Get ready to feast on classics as well as some new innovations such as... READ MORE
This popular Italian dinner spot from the '90s reopened in the former Bar Umbriago space. Get ready to feast on classics as well as some new innovations such as... READ MORE
Trattoria D.O.C. specializes in thin-crust, wood-fired gourmet pizza; it offers more than 30 varieties of pizza, which are very similar to the pies you'll fin... READ MORE
This official name of this spot is La Madia--Art of Pizza, Love of Wine. OK, when your restaurant has a subtitle, you're pretty serious about things. Described ... READ MORE
With hardwood floors, a sleek bar and bright lighting, this corner storefront has a clean-cut, contemporary look but an old-fashioned, neighborly feel. Bottles ... READ MORE
The Hall of Fame Chicago Cubs broadcaster frequently greeted customers himself at his restaurant. Now his wife, Dutchie, often does the honors. But she isn't th... READ MORE
Located in Wolfgang Puck's former digs, the Roman-inspired spot offers lunch options like pitas, sandwiches and salads. Stop in during the evening for seasonal ... READ MORE
Rudy Malnati (brother of Lou) is behind this BYOB pizza spot in the Gold Coast. Like its counterparts on State Street and in the Loop, it's known for its deep-d... READ MORE
The Coco Pazzo team will open this 100-seat pizzeria in spring 2013, featuring ingredients and dishes from the Italian region of Lazio like rabbit, peppery past... READ MORE
Way back before we had the dizzying array of options like wood-fired, organic and gourmet pies, there were the hefty stuffed pizzas at Giordano's (which opened ... READ MORE
Celeb couple Bill and Giuliana Rancic has teamed up with Lettuce Entertain You's Melman siblings (RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Hub 51 and Studio Paris) to ope... READ MORE
Founder Ike Sewell, now deceased, achieved fame by introducing deep-dish pizza to Chicago when he opened Pizzeria Uno (see separate listing) across the street i... READ MORE
Christine Spatara, with husband Anthony and children Anthony Jr. and Licia, has run L'Appetito, an Italian-influenced delicatessen, since 1980. (A second and la... READ MORE
Maggiano's has been bustling since its 1991 opening. Known for its huge portions, Maggiano's serves up dinner for two, festive group dining and private events i... READ MORE
This Italian-American spot serves up breakfast until 4 p.m. and then converts to a more upscale dinner menu, keeping the atmosphere casual and cozy. Stop by for... READ MORE
An interesting mix of American, Greek and Italian food is offered at this relaxed Evanston cafe. Despite its proximity to Northwestern's campus the crowd is mos... READ MORE
Noodles & Company features 10 noodle dishes that run the gamut from Japanese and Thai to Italian or good ol' American mac 'n' cheese. You order, pay, get your d... READ MORE
Campagnola serves vivid, Italian fare in a comfortable, family-friendly storefront. The eatery is committed to using organic, local and regional products whenev... READ MORE
This pizzeria chain is best known for its stuffed pizzas, but thin-crust pies, pastas and sandwiches also make the lineup. The Evanston location gets especially... READ MORE
This casual pizza and pasta restaurant, with sister locations in Elmwood Park and St. Charles, specializes in thin-crust pizza made with their own sausage. Besi... READ MORE
Housed in the former Al Primo Canto space, this rustic Italian restaurant encourages passing plates. Start with cured meat or cheese boards and chilled or hot s... READ MORE