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Ballo

445 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60610
312-832-7700
Looking for traditional Italian fare in a untraditional setting? You've found it with this fun Italian restaurant from the folks behind Chicago's famed Rosebud restaurants. Here, a disco ball hangs in the packed dining room, speakers pump retro tunes, and an array flat-screens play classic mob flicks. In other words, if you're looking for quiet conversation with dinner, beware. Portions are crazy huge, so come hungry. The frequently changing menu offers wood oven-baked pizzas and housemade pastas in addition to hearty homestyle entrees and an antipasto bar.

Getting There

Cross Streets:
Hubbard St. and Dearborn St.
Parking:
Street Parking Difficult and Valet
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: 29 State, 36 Broadway. Red Line Train: Grand stop.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes

The Basics

Hours:
11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday; 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Saturday; 4-9 p.m. Sunday
Cuisine:
Italian
Meals Served:
Dinner and Lunch
Price Range:
$$$ ($16-$25)
Reservations:
Accepted
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No
Audience:
Adults / 18+

Features

Carryout:
Yes
Live Music:
No
Features:
Catering, Kids Menu, Open Kitchen/Watch the Chef, and Signature Dishes. No dancing. No buffet.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities. No on-site store. The wine room seats 30
Worth Noting:
Recommended
Specialties:
Artisan cheese, cured Italian meats, house-made pasta, gourmet pizza, fire-roasted entrees.
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
Outdoor Seating:
Yes. 20 tables.
Delivery:
Yes
Seating :
Capacity: 120