Chicago Restaurants

Piacere Mio is a gem in the Western suburbs! I'm amazed it is not overrun every night. Our dinner tonight started with stuffed zucchini flowers, the best in Chicagoland with their delicate mousse filling, & a delectable special of the most tender octopus I've ever had on a savory, complex chili sauce with potatoes & mushrooms. We went with a sumptuous wild mushroom risotto topped by truffle pesto for our pasta course. Our main course was veal saltimbocca with tasty herbed red potatoes. Bellissimo! And then there was dessert - a pistachio cocktail created by the restaurant's new co-owner, who spent many years managing Chicago's Riccardo Trattoria & clearly learned its best dishes &, with his partner chef, keeps adding new delights. Piacere Mio is a place worth driving to no matter the distance. It arrives in Forest Park with perfect timing to fill the empty bellies of those still mourning the loss of Agostino’s, an excellent & beloved Italian restaurant. Join us in supporting this delicious & gracious new venture!

Little Gem is one of our local favorites. This time we switched it up and ordered something other than our usual dishes. My husband had the paella which was so beautifully presented and contained an amazing amount of seafood. I had the orecchiette with sausage and the sauce was heavenly. Sarah was our server and did a great job - attentive, friendly, great with suggestions. Overall another fabulous meal.

I love going here. The music is always on point. You will be singing and dancing while you are eating.

Wonderful restaurant, with great food, ambience and service.

Our server Alyssa was amazing and overall the whole service today was on point starting with the hostesses! Food wine perfect!