Il Poggiolo
2.0
from - 8 E. First St.
- Hinsdale, IL 60521
- 630-734-9400
- Price range: $$$$ ($26-$30)
Chicago restaurateur Jerry Kleiner brings his signature style to the western suburbs at this Italian spot helmed by executive chef Jim Kilberg, who’s fresh from opening Kleiner’s most recent city venture, Via Ventuno. Il Poggiolo (which translates to "the balcony"—it’s located in a former silent movie theater) serves updated takes on Italian classics, such as handmade spaghetti with meat ragu and breaded veal cutlets with arugula. The wine lists features about 50 bottles from across Italy, with 17 selections available by the glass. If you're looking for a quirkier cocktail, try the strawberry-balsamic martini (Belvedere vodka, lime juice, simple syrup, strawberries and balsamic vinegar). Kleiner’s signature design style is on display here, but extra attention has been given to restoring and preserving vintage details. A red- and white-striped awning marks the spot from the outside, while the interior features pictures from Kleiner's world travels.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- East First and South Washington Streets
- Parking:
- Metered and Valet
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 4-9 p.m. Sunday
- Cuisine:
- Italian
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch. Lunch served in dining room until 2:30 p.m.; lunch menu available at bar only 2:30-5 p.m.
- Price Range:
- $$$$ ($26-$30)
- Reservations:
- Recommended
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
Features
- Carryout:
- No
- Private and VIP Rooms:
- Semi-private dining for up to 60
- Payment Methods:
- Cash and Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 110
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"Andiamo mangiare!!!"
By senator from Bucktown, September 18, 2009
Beautiful room, but avoid busy times if you're sensitive to noise--because everyone is having a great time eating, drinking, and laughing out loud....
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"Poor Food and Service, but nice Ambience (so what?)"
By ProudPapa from Clarendon Hills, August 23, 2009
I called up for a reservation, after being put on hold twice for 10 minutes I thought maybe I was calling Comcast, not a restaurant. Didn't matter ...
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"IL Poggiolo"
By joem8537 from Hinsdale, August 20, 2009
Nice Ambience, will be nice for neighborhood. The entrance is bad and it will be worse in winter when it is cold. Food portions were a bit small ...
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