L'Appetito
4.0
- Neighborhood: River North
- 30 E. Huron St.
- Chicago, IL 60611
- 312-787-9881
Christine Spatara, with husband Anthony and children Anthony Jr. and Licia, has run L'Appetito, an Italian-influenced delicatessen, since 1980. (A second and larger L'Appetito is located in the John Hancock Center, 875 N. Michigan Ave.). Christine was born in Calabria, Italy, "Tony" in Sicily; the deli's ingredients are just as Italian. Selections include eight submarine sandwiches, seven grilled sandwiches called tostinos and eight "Italian specialties" including a sandwich called "La Bomba." Along with soups and salads, L'Appetito also offers cannoli, tiramisu and specialty coffees. After sampling an excellent Italian sub that blows away anything Subway concocts, this writer can understand why L'Appetito has not only enjoyed a steady clientele on the Gold Coast, but established a second store on the Magnificent Mile. "We see the same people all the time and know everyone by name," Christine said. "It's homey, like a little neighborhood grocery store. We pay attention to our customers."
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Huron and Wabash.
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 66 Chicago. Red Line Train: Chicago Stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
-
7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Saturday
Closed Sunday, major holidays.
- Cuisine:
- Italian
- Meals Served:
- Breakfast and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Reservations:
- Not Accepted
- Smoking:
- No
- Restaurant Style:
- Deli
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Features:
- On-site Merchandise. Imported Italian Foods. No children's menu. Deli trays; party subs from 2- feet to 6-feet long.
- Specialties:
- Submarine sandwiches, tostinos; all-Italian ingredients.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. A lobby for smokers and an outdoor patio; both have six tables with total seating for 18.
- Delivery:
- Yes. Minimun order and delivery charges will apply. Limited delivery area.
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"The BEST SubSandwich,Chili,and Cappuccino ever!..."
Joyce Vazzano from Glenview, Il - February 23, 2006
The BEST SubSandwich,Chili,and Cappuccino ever! Their gelato and sweets are superbly divine and NOT to miss!
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"A taste of authentic Italian..."
Jen b from Chicago, IL - June 3, 2004
A taste of authentic Italian sandwiches at an amazing price. Top it off with an Orangina, and I'm in heaven!
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"Years ago, when I was..."
diane b. from chicago, il - December 27, 2002
Years ago, when I was making about $12,000 a year, I'd walk over here with a friend of mine once a week and treat ourselves to a great lunch. I...
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