- 720 N. Rush St., Near North
The groundwork was laid for this restaurant when owner Alex Dana converted his original Rosebud on Taylor Street (opened in 1977) from a steakhouse to an authen... READ MORE
The groundwork was laid for this restaurant when owner Alex Dana converted his original Rosebud on Taylor Street (opened in 1977) from a steakhouse to an authen... READ MORE
The former '20s-themed Knickers has been renovated and reconceived into a sprawling Italian restaurant. Big portions are the rule, but quality does not suffer. ... READ MORE
A cousin of Chessie's in Barrington, Marlowe's menu offers American cuisine with an Italian flar. Pizza is offered to go, and the dine-in options include seafoo... READ MORE
This Highwood restaurant is a garden by name only: The interior is rustic and wood-paneled, with framed oil paintings over each booth. On the menu, find fresh s... READ MORE
A long list of pastas along with classic Italian preparations of veal, chicken and fresh seafood, as well as live music on weekends make Roberto's white-tablecl... READ MORE
Antiqued yellow walls, Italian pottery and black banquettes set a comfortable stage for Dino Lubbat's Italian fare. Starters include grilled calamari with chili... READ MORE
This Lincoln Park spot specializes in contemporary Italian cuisine. Look for a selection of fresh pasta including cappellacci al aragosta, handmade pasta stuffe... READ MORE
Although the menu offers salads, sandwiches, pasta and calzones, the best bet here is the pizza. The create your own option lets you pick a crust (regular or wh... READ MORE
This modern, fairly affordable trattoria has proved immensely popular with Lincoln Parkers, who crowd its tiny foyer on weekend nights, eager to try one of chef... READ MORE
Joe Farina, who spent a decade as the corporate chef of Rosebud Restaurants in addition to a brief stint at Ballo, is behind this South Loop Italian eatery. Loo... READ MORE
This cozy cafe specializes in authentic regional Italian cuisine, boasting an urban feel with a stylish interior and sidewalk cafe seating. The menu ranges from... READ MORE
There's a story behind the open kitchen at this Algonquin gem: Tony Colatorti and his seven brothers and sisters adored watching their mother cook in the kitche... READ MORE
This relatively new restaurant tucked away in the up-and-coming southwestern suburb of Homer Glen is the perfect intersection of old and new Italian cuisine. Fa... READ MORE
Part of the popular chain of Francesca restaurants that began in 1992 with the original Mia Francesca in Lakeview, the menu here features the same generous port... READ MORE
This expansive, 5,000-square-foot eatery is located on the top floor of the Gold Coast Barneys New York. The menu, designed by Mark Strausman, executive chef of... READ MORE
This BYOB Lincoln Park neighborhood restaurant is tucked away at the garden level of the building, but don't let the unassuming location fool you. The romantic ... READ MORE
This East Lakeview Italian small plates spot is a throwback to the old-school family restaurant once owned by Scarlet owner Paul Cannella READ MORE
Traditional Northern Italian dishes like linguine with clams, risotto with pear and shrimp and lasagna with bechamel are served alongside a classic progression ... READ MORE
Opened in 1985, the upscale Italian restaurant has a dark, warm atmosphere perfect for a romantic evening out. Grab a table at the beautifully lit outdoor patio... READ MORE