BaPi Italian Ristoranti: User Reviews

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By Boiler279 from Westmont, August 16, 2009

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One of my family's favorite Italian eateries. We just had a private party here tonight and the food was excellent, as was the hospitable staff.

Excellent, Authentic Italian Cuisine
By Mike from Naperville, October 24, 2008

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A friend recently recommended that we try BaPi. The restaurant is located in a small strip mall but the inside is very cozy and friendly. We were greeted by Cristiano (the owner) and were sat immediately (I would make reservations for Friday or Saturday as there is limited seating). Our meals were excellent, everything was very fresh and had tons of flavor. The desserts were exceptional as well, we definitely will be returning soon. I strongly recommend this restaurant to anybody who really enjoys authentic Italian food.

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Great little Italian restaurant
By terry from arlington, April 22, 2008

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The owners Cristiano and Al are such an integral part of this excellent restaurant. After only a few visits we started to fell like family. I delight in introducing clients to the restaurant because we are never rushed and the food and service are always excellent. Not to mention that my guests end up raving about the experience. It is hard to find a restaurant of this quality. Try it, you will love it!

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Diamond in the rough
By Matt E. from North Shore, April 10, 2008

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I never thought I would find a retaurant with great food and personality in a strip mall. It has a small, cozy atmosphere owned and operated by the "Big Chef," Christiano. The food is excellent, in particular the fish and pasta. For appetizers, I highly recommend the calamari. As someone already noted, when you are in an Italian restaurant surrounded by Italians, you know you are in the right place.

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Local bistro experience
By donna and gregg from Lincoln Park, January 30, 2008

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We visited this restaurant after a friend raved about it. It was a pleasant experience. The atmosphere was intimate and cozy (small), but not cramped. Our meal was tasty and prepared from quality ingredients. We had a delicious dessert. It was a nice time.

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This is a real Italian...
By Ed Bunzol from Arlington Heights, Il, August 6, 2007

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This is a real Italian restaurant. When you walk in & a number of tables are speaking Italian you know it is going to be good. The food is the cuisine of Italy not American Italian. This is place for those who will enjoy an excellent Italian meal in a small comfortable setting. The risotto & beef carpaccio are the best in the city & surrounding area. Any time I order risotto anywhere else I am disappointed / it is never as good as Cristiano's!

I took my parents here...
By Scott from Chicago, IL, May 7, 2007

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I took my parents here and we really loved the food. We were not expecting much when we saw that it was located in a strip mall. However, the room is nicely decorated and looks upscale. The food was absolutely delicious. We all had the pasta fagioli soup. It tasted homemade good and was served in a large, generous bowl. The gnocchi with meat sauce was equally as good. Our only complaint was that they had the television on at the bar--it's a small room, and it was not crowded the night we were there, so that was distracting. Otherwise, this is a hidden gem. I will be back.

this was the best food...
By antonette from elk grove village, IL, February 16, 2007

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this was the best food i have ever tasted it was so good that it just melted in my mouth! i came in with out a reservation n they took me right away! expically on valentines day n trust me it was really busy too! id rate this restaurant 5 STARS!!!

This is the real thing....
By andrea spitzer from northbrook, il, October 17, 2006

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This is the real thing. Walking in hearing so many customers speaking Italian, we knew we were in the right place. It was like being in Italy with the hospitality of the owners and their attention to us. The food was excellent and we will be returning.

Wonderful place...outstanding service, food and...
By Kelly from DG, IL, April 16, 2006

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Wonderful place...outstanding service, food and hospitality. Slow authentic Italian style dining.