The Rosebud
4.5
- Neighborhood: Little Italy/University Village
- 1500 W. Taylor St.
- Chicago, IL 60607-4016
- 312-942-1117
This is the original Rosebud (there are now locations on Rush St. and Superior St., Highland Park and Naperville). It's classic Italian dining in a formal and comfortable setting. Some of the tables have white linen tablecloths while others have red-and-white checked, which illustrates the restaurant's formality/informality. Even with its high-class appeal, Rosebud doesn't turn you away if you wear neat jeans and a shirt. It is not unusual to dine with celebrities in Rosebud (Mel Gibson and John and Joan Cusack have been spotted). Portions, especially of pasta dishes, are enormous.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Taylor St. and Ashland Ave.
- Parking:
- Street and Valet. Street parking possible. Valet parking.
- Public Transportation:
- CTA bus: 37 Sedgwick, 9 Ashland. Blue Line train: Polk Stop. Taxi cabs plentiful.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m.- 11:30 p.m. Friday; 5-11:30 p.m. Saturday; 4-10 p.m. Sunday
- Cuisine:
- Italian
- Meals Served:
- Dessert, Dinner, and Lunch. Dessert. Dinner. Lunch.
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. Strongly recommended
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Audience:
- Adults / 18+
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Theme
- ATM:
- Yes. In Hawkeye's across the street
- Live Music:
- No
- Features:
- Catering and On-site Merchandise. On and off-premise. No dancing. Gift certificates. No children's menu KId-friendly options. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Capacity:20-100
- Worth Noting:
- Critic's choice. Recommended.
- Specialties:
- Chicken Vesuvio, pappardelle, baked cavatelli, Italian-style salmon
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. Capacity: 70
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 100
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"Great Italian food"
By sdguy from Little Italy, January 14, 2008
Large menu with many delicious choices. Warm friendly environment. I love the outdoor eating during the summer months.
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"A Rose(bud) with a few thorns"
By fredxx from Rogers Park, December 9, 2007
I have to say my girlfriend & I really enjoyed the ambiance of this place the dim lights set a nice romantic atmosphere. However we experienced a f...
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