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Riccardo Trattoria, Chicago, IL

Riccardo Trattoria

4.7 (2911)
$30 and under
Italian
2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Riccardo started his career at a very young age in Milan's prestigious "GIRARROSTO" family owned. Then, in 1982 he moved to the United States and he opened the famous Sonny Bono's in Los Angeles. In 1987 he started to work with his cousin Roberto Ruggeri, with him he opened Bice New York, Los Angeles and many others around the world.

Together with his wife (and sous chef), Veronica, and his cousin (and hostess), Barbara, he decided to continue his gastronomic artistry and creativity in his restaurant named after himself "Riccardo Trattoria."

Here through the craftsmanship of an Italian food connoisseur, dishes are prepared with an almost zen-like essentiality that has shaped Riccardo's professional and existential life course. Some highlights of the menu are Veal Chop Milanese, Veal Shank Osso Bucco, Pappardelle with Short Rib Ragu, various classic Rissotto preparations, and for dessert options like Panna Cotta, Homemade Tiramisu and Tuscan Ricotta Cheesecake round out the menu.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 549-0038
  • Website
    http://www.riccardotrattoria.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Riccardo Michi
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross street
    Clark and Webster
  • Parking details
    Valet parking not available
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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  • Happy Hour 4PM-5PM Every Day

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us from 4:00-5:00 pm any day of the week for 25% off food and drinks Not offered on Mother's Day or other holiday weekends.

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Menu

Riccardo Trattoria's menu was last updated on 7/5/2025.

ANTIPASTI

SPEDIAL OF THE DAY

  • SUMMER TRUFFLE FROM UMBRIA$38.00

    5 GRAMS SHAVED TRUFFLE OVER TAGLIOLINI BUTTER OR RISOTTO PARMESAN OR STUFFE GNOCCHI ASIAGO

    • FRIED SOFT SHELL CRAB$20.00

      FRIED LIN TEMPURA BATTER, LEMON TRICLOR SALAD

      • BRUSCHETTONE$18.00

        OVALINE MOZZARELLA, GRAPE TOMATOES, CAPERS, BASIL & BALSAMIC

        • PROSCIUTTO E MELON$24.00

          24 MONTHS AGED PROSCIUTTO CANTALOUPE MELON

          • TRIPE FLORENTINE$16.00

            HONEY COMB TRIPE VEGETABLES JULIEN TOMATO

            • GRILLED VEAL SWEET BREAD$20.00

              SERVED W/ TRICOLOR SALAD

              • GRILLED TOMINO CHEESE$18.00

                OVER SMOKED PROSCIUTTO

                ZUPPA

                SOUP OF THE DAY

                • GAZPACHO & LUMP CRAB MEAT$18.00

                  CHILLED TOMATO & CUCUMBER SOUP W/ CRUDITE

                  PASTA E RISOTTO

                  SPECIAL OF THE DAY

                  • RISOTTO TARTUFATO AI MORELS$34.00

                    SUMMER TRUFFLE MORELS FONTINA & PARMESAN

                    • LINGUINE ALLE VONGOLE VERACI$30.00

                      WHITE WINE GRAPE TOMATO ,MANILLA CLAMS,GARLIC & E.V.O.O

                      • PAPPARDELLE ANATRA ALLA CACCIATORA$30.00

                        DUCK RAGU CHIANTI WINE, OLIVES PORCINI SAUCE PECORINO

                        • FETTUCCINE ARAGOSTA IMPERIALE$40.00

                          HALF MAIN LOBSTER SPICY IMPERIALE PINK SAUCE

                          CARNE E PESCE

                          MEAT & FISH SPECIAL OF THE DAY

                          • NEW YORK STEAK ROBESPIERRE$38.00

                            DIJON MUSTARD & DEMI GLACE SAUCE W/ TUSCAN FRIES

                            • 14 OZ PORK CHOP PORTERHOUSE$34.00

                              ROAST AU JUS SERVED W/ GARLIC SPINACH & TUSCAN FRIES

                              • RABBIT LOIN SALTINBOCA$30.00

                                TOP W/ SAGE PROSCIUTTO WHITE WINE SAUCE TUSCAN FRIES

                                • BRANZINO ALLA GRIGLIA$40.00

                                  WHOLE MEDITERRANEAN BRANZINO SERVED W/ HARICOT VERT

                                  • PEPPERED SASHIMI TUNA TAGLIATA$32.00

                                    SERVED RARE W/ ARUGULA, CANNELLINI BEANS, GRAPE & RED ONIONS

                                    • GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN SWORDFISH$30.00

                                      GRAPE TOMATO, OLIVES, CAPERS OVER VEGETABLES COUS-COUS

                                      DOLCI SPECIALI

                                      DESSERT OF THE DAY

                                      • PROFITEROLES$12.00

                                        DIP IN CHOCOLATE, FILLED W/ WHIPPING CREAM

                                        Last updated: July 5, 2025

                                        What 2,911 people are saying

                                        Riccardo Trattoria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                        4.7
                                        4.7 based on recent ratings
                                        • 4.7Food
                                        • 4.8Service
                                        • 4.5Ambience
                                        • 4.5Value

                                        Noise • Moderate

                                        Review summary

                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                        Riccardo Trattoria in Lincoln Park delights with "amazing food" and "phenomenal service." Known for its authentic Italian menu, the restaurant offers a variety of innovative and traditional dishes. Guests appreciate the warm ambiance and attentive staff. Highly recommended for its "wonderful experience," it's a neighborhood gem perfect for any occasion.
                                        2,911 Reviews

                                        1. Francois

                                          Chicago / Illinois1 review

                                          3.0

                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                          1. Overall 3
                                          2. Food 3
                                          3. Service 3
                                          4. Ambience 3
                                          Food is not worth the value. The atmosphere is nice and friendly but food is not high quality especially the duck and fish. Overcooked and ready in 5 minutes, which makes me think it is just ready to be re-heated.

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                                        2. joanna VIP

                                          Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Delicious meal, fabulous service- Very friendly staff from valet to reception, to waiters and bussers. Highly reccommend

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                                        3. Sam

                                          Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Wonderful staff and food. Very nice neighborhood spot for a special evening. The highlight was the squash flowers. Almost like a tempura batter with Italian flavors. The menu is strong and our meals were fantastic.

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                                        4. Cathy VIP

                                          Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          We loved Riccardo Trattoria! The food was excellent! The service was perfect! And we will definitely be back!

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                                        5. dana VIP

                                          Chicago / Illinois13 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Cozy, good food, good service. Great neighborhood spot.

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                                        6. Raymon

                                          Unspecified1 review

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 4
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          A cozy, lively place where they treat you like family. A menu with a good deal of variety that should please everyone. The Bucatini Carbonara was outstanding, as were the delicate, crisp and savory fried zucchini flowers.

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                                        7. Vasti VIP

                                          Chicago / Illinois29 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Amazing as always! I love that the menu got smaller! Easier to choose! The service is always great! I liked the hostess that night!

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                                        8. Sharon VIP

                                          Chicago / Illinois18 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined on June 27, 2025

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          We really enjoyed our time at Ricardo Tratoria. Our waiter was attentive. We enjoyed a bottle of Barberra with our pasta. All in all a good night!

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                                        9. Jim VIP

                                          New York City13 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined on June 22, 2025

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          Always good for a meal. The food is excellent, as is the service. 

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                                        10. John VIP

                                          Chicago / Illinois46 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          Dined on June 20, 2025

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          The restaurant is one of our favorite. Excellent Italian with innovative and traditional pastas and delicious main dishes. Staff is friendly and committed to good service. Last night was a pleasant evening so we sat outside . Only a few (6 or 7) outside tables. Inside is pleasant but like many restaurants can be noisy.

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                                        FAQs

                                        Riccardo Trattoria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 549-0038.

                                        Riccardo Trattoria is rated 4.7 stars by 2911 OpenTable diners.

                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                        2. United States
                                        3. Chicago / Illinois
                                        4. Chicago
                                        5. Lincoln Park

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                                        2 people
                                        7:00 PM
                                        Booked 30 times today
                                        Google Map for Riccardo Trattoria

                                        2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

                                        Dining areas

                                        Additional information

                                        • Cross street
                                          Clark and Webster
                                        • Neighborhood
                                          Lincoln Park
                                        • Hours of operation
                                          Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                        • Price
                                          $30 and under
                                        • Cuisines
                                          Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
                                        • Dining style
                                          Casual Dining
                                        • Dress code
                                          Business Casual
                                        • Parking details
                                          Valet parking not available
                                        • Payment options
                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                        • Executive chef
                                          Riccardo Michi
                                        • Additional
                                          Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                        • Delivery & takeout
                                          Order direct

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