Best Italian Restaurants in Humboldt Park

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1. Pizzeria Portofino

4.7

Exceptional(1268)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 218 times today

Pizzeria Portofino has been revered as an Italian haven in Chicago, bringing a burst of Mediterranean flavor to the Windy City. Patrons have likened the experience to having a piece of Italy in the heart of Chicago, attesting to its authentic and delectable Italian cuisine. Celebrated for its ambient charm, Pizzeria Portofino offers an irresistible combination of mouthwatering food, excellent service, and stunning Riverwalk views. Words like "amazing", "fantastic" and "exquisite" frequently occur in praise of the food, service, and atmosphere. The restaurant particularly shines in the summer with its picturesque views, making it a must-visit spot for an Italian culinary experience.

2. Rose Mary

4.8

Exceptional(3111)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 194 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.

3. Daisies Chicago

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4.7

Exceptional(55)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 102 times today

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

4. Tre Dita

4.7

Exceptional(537)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 101 times today

Led by Chef Evan Funke, Tre Dita, Italian for "three fingers", pays homage to the precise measurement of bistecca Fiorentina. If booking in the dining room at Tre Dita, you will enjoy a menu of antipasti, handmade pastas, signature entrees and steaks. If booking in the Bar Tre Dita, you will enjoy a smaller menu of stuzzi, antipasti, handmade pastas and entrees. The full cocktail, wine list and dessert menu is available in both locations.

5. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2138)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 177 times today

Alla Vita is an acclaimed Italian restaurant recognized for its innovative blend of classic Italian and modern cuisine. The warm, welcoming ambiance adds to its appeal, a detail notably appreciated by reviewers. The restaurant is celebrated for its homemade pasta dishes like the Rigatoni and Ricotta Dumplings, as well as its expertly curated drink menu featuring an array of Italian and international wines. From the delectable lunch set menus to the house-made gelato, every dish is thoughtfully crafted. Customers highlight the attentive service, praising the staff for their hospitality. Reviewers also particularly recommend the Kale Caesar Salad, touting it as "the best Caesar ever." The top-notch food and service, combined with the unique and vibrant decor, have earned Alla Vita accolades on the Michelin guide, making it highly recommended for a memorable dining experience in the heart of Chicago.

6. Gibsons Italia

4.8

Exceptional(3626)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 236 times today

Gibsons Italia, located a block away from the OTC Metra station, is a renowned restaurant offering exquisite Italian cuisine in Chicago. The restaurant is highly-rated for its excellent meals, attentive service, and splendid city views, highlighted by patrons' reviews. Diners offer rave reviews for the delicious Grilled Octopus, Italian Grain Bowl, Branzino, Caccio de Pepe, and the house Manhattan. Crowning their meals with the banana Gelato has proved to be a delightful experience for most guests. The restaurant has also garnered recognition for its Cacio e Pepe with black truffles and its prime steak cuts. Its location overlooking the Riverwalk also adds to the unique dining experience, making it worth every trip.

7. Elina's

4.8

Exceptional(96)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Town

Booked 32 times today

Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight. Parties of 7 or more must contact Reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee.

8. Mano a Mano

4.7

Exceptional(44)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 35 times today

Mano a Mano is a pasta and wine joint that celebrates classic preparations of traditional recipes. With a wine program focused on 100% Italian grapes that are comforting and familiar. The space is designed to create a cozy enriched environment with deep booths that you can tuck away, warm lighting and walnut paneling with retro lighting.Parking Tip: We offer MVP valet services Monday-Sunday! Sacramento, Kedzie Boulevard Pay to park parking lot along Linden Avenue Parking lot located behind Target Eat & Be Well!

9. Piccolo Sogno

4.7

Exceptional(6857)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River West

Booked 122 times today

Located in the heart of Chicago, Piccolo Sogno has emerged as a connoisseur’s paradise for authentic Italian cuisine. The restaurant is exalted by reviewers as a must-visit, consistently recognized for its outstanding food and service, along with an inviting ambiance. Duplication of original Italian flavors is brought to life by dishes like the Branzino special, lauded as "out of this world." The exquisite dining experience is encapsulated in a stunning atmosphere, with the "best outdoor dining scene in the city" and a magical garden that makes diners feel they are in a "small Italian hideaway". Such high praise attests to Piccolo Sogno's exceptional impact on the culinary scene, making it a gem of Chicago.

10. Fioretta

4.7

Exceptional(715)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 67 times today

Located in the vibrant West Loop of Chicago, Fioretta is quickly becoming a hot spot renowned for its steak cuisine. Customers are raving about its exceptional service and variety of succulent steak options. The tomahawk steak and the 24 oz dry-aged bone-in Ribeye are among the favorites, both praised as delicious and cooked to perfection. The restaurant's atmosphere is described as vibey and hip, with an inviting decor and live music on Saturdays, crafting a perfect setting for indulging in Fioretta's delectable dishes. With numerous positive reviews highlighting the attentive staff and outstanding food, it's clear Fioretta is a must-visit for steak lovers.

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