Ciao Amore Italian Ristorante
4.4
from - Neighborhood: Pilsen/Heart of Chicago/Little Village
- 1134 W. 18th Street
- Chicago, IL 60608
- 312-432-9090
- Price range: $$$ ($16-$25)
Chef-partner Cesar Pineda was part of the team at Caro Mio in Ravenswood before breaking off to open this sunny Italian BYOB in Pilsen. Here, his menu centers on house-made pastas such a lobster ravioli in a spicy arrabiata sauce and gnocchi stuffed with pesto and asiago and ricotta cheeses. Pineda's creamy porcini mushroom sauce is not to be missed. Beyond pasta, you'll find a selection of fish and seafood dishes, including calamari and seared mahi mahi. The contemporary dining room features funky blue light fixtures, exposed brick and pressed tin ceilings, as well as a rotating display of art from Pilsen galleries.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- 18th and May Streets
- Parking:
- Metered and Street
- Public Transportation:
- CTA bus: 16th-18th-18; Blue Island/26th-60
- Wheelchair Access:
- No
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday; 4-11 p.m. Saturday; 3-9 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday
- Cuisine:
- Italian
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. For parties of 6 or more.
- Alcohol:
- BYOB. No corkage fee.
Features
- Carryout:
- No
- Features:
- Catering
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities
- Payment Methods:
- Cash and Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For about 100
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"Mixed Feelings"
By mmwright2 from Beverly, November 18, 2009
I really wanted to like this place more than I did. Our waitress was extrememly friendly and outgoing, and the restaurant was cozy and welcoming. ...
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"What a lovely surprise"
By Brooklyn from North Shore, September 28, 2009
This little restaurant is a great find. The food is outstanding. Calamari salad, soup, cioppino, salmon - were all delicious. Tomatoes are beautif...
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"What happened?"
By trente77 from skokie, September 27, 2009
This restaurant was a real disappointment. I am a fan of Cara Mio, so when I heard that he started a new restaurant I was excited. Unfortunately th...
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