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Carlucci, Chicago, IL

Carlucci

4.7
4.7
144 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Carlucci Restaurants has become one of Chicagoland’s most iconic hospitality brands since its inception in 1984 with the opening of the first Carlucci on Halsted Street. Since then, the Carlucci brand has come to signify the finest in Italian cuisine, ambiance, and hospitality- a complete dining experience with an emphasis on value. Joe Carlucci has been impressing guests at his suburban locations for decades, and it’s long been his dream to bring his concept back to the city. Carlucci has remained committed to presenting his guests with an authentic Italian experience and is proud to introduce his newest restaurant concept to Chicago’s vibrant East Loop neighborhood, directly across from Millennium Park. Carlucci Chicago aims to appeal to neighborhood residents as well as serve as a destination for visitors to the city.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (312) 598-1000

  • Payment options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Dana Heffernan

  • Neighborhood

    River North (Chicago)

  • Cross street

    Randolph (Directly across Maggie Daley Park)

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 144 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. YvonneF

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is a great addition to the neighborhood. I have been here 3 times and look forward to my next visit.
  2. JackieBlue

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    They have got to do something about the greeters. The first people you see when you enter. They are not friendly or cheerful or helpful. They act like they would rather be anywhere else. Sad first impression. And they seated us between the only occupied tables even though the rest of the place was empty. The noise level was high.Food was great. So, a highly qualified recommendation.
  3. ChelaAmora

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took 7 good friends to try Carlucci Chicago and we had the most amazing time celebrating our friendship over gourmet food! Our server Bryan is attentive and welcoming. He took care of this big table with ease and professionalism. Bryan is also a very good bartender. He mixed our bourbons perfectly!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the fungi appetizer and the Bobonato w/truffles! Delicious. Will be back soon. Cheers.
  5. KonnorD

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Carlucci restaurant in Chicago, IL is a truly wonderful city restaurant. The service is exceptional, with attentive and knowledgeable staff who go above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a delicious meal, Carlucci is a must-visit destination in Chicago.
  6. AshleyL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved this place!! Not only was out food fantastic, but our son who is 3, a very picky eater, ate half a pizza by himself - high five! Ambience was lovely! Thank you!
  7. AlanG

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pizza was excellent as was salmon. Everything better than expected!.
  8. MonicaM

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, excellent service. A favorite for sure.
  9. Wendy

    Chicago

    50 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Excellent food, I liked the range of items on the menu, good options beyond pasta. And nice atmosphere in the bar area. The lentil soup special was very good, the server told me it was small and it was a much larger portion than expected. And the octopus was also very good (although should be served on a smaller plate), the two items were are great combo.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very happy Carlucci’s is back in Chicago. Very good food and service.
  11. matth

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a noisy group next to us but I don’t think that’s the norm. We didn’t complain and were still gifted a desert tray for seven people! Food was terrific and service outstanding.
  12. Susan

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Food was delicious and service was excellent. We really enjoyed this dinner.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is a hidden gem in chicago. The pasta was top 2 I have ever have and it isn’t 2. Fantastic
  14. AlanG

    Las Vegas

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very surprised how well an Italian restaurant can do a filet. Amazing tastes.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service!
  16. AB0056

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    The food was mediocre at best, would not recommend.
  17. KimM

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed my dinner at Carlucci! Joe and his team are top notch. Will definitely be back soon!!
  18. JuliL

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food selection for restaurant week! Everything was well presented and delicious.
  19. Marissa

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service and amazing authentic Italian cuisine!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service by Georgia. Food we absolutely fresh, delicious and truly authentic Northern Italian. Will go again! Try it out!!
  21. Franz42

    Chicago

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great pasta dishes as always. Love the newer menu items. Service was also very attentive and efficient.
  22. LindsayB

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    The food is delicious. Pricey for the portion size and the service was ok.
  23. TomK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    Great food. Somewhat lackadaisical service. Wish they were open for lunch more days than Sunday.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Cancun

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New years eve dinner, perfect restaurant
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience3
    Happy to see them in the neighborhood. Bone in steaks were way too salty for our 2 guests, but hope they will improve.

    CarlucciResponded on February 27, 2023Hello Anonymous- Thank you for taking the time to review us. We see the note that the stakes were too salty. Did you let your server know??? Letting us know while you're dining, lets us fix the issue, oftentimes, within seconds. Sometimes people don't let us know or say "We didn't want to make a scene in front of our other guests". If you don't mention it/don't want to mention it, it's too late. I promise we don't bite. We will lose sleep when we know a guest has left unhappy.

  26. Beezbob

    Chicago

    227 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    227 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great, Jimmy is the Best
  27. BritneyP

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    If you’re hungry, don’t go here. Portions are really small and all items are pricey on the menu.
  28. MonicaM

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The New Year's Eve special, the bone-in ribeye, was incredible. Very nicely done. The pork tenderloin was fabulous as well. Always a favorite.
  29. MAM1

    Chicago

    71 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    First time at this location. Food was fine but could have used more ambiance. Not like the other Carlucci restaurants I am used to.
  30. Jolthammer

    Chicago

    79 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat in the bar area. The bartender took great care of us. The pizza is great.
  31. MonicaM

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The appetizers are great! I really like the funghi and calamari. I enjoy this restaurant each time I go!
  32. BrianW

    Oklahoma City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday dinner
  33. MonicaM

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always greeted at the door, this place feels like home. Great pizza and other Italian dishes. Carlucci's is just a nice place to be.
  34. JuliL

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a surprise birthday party. Everything was well done, and food was delicious.
  35. TerriS

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and service was very good too! The spaghetti and meatballs were amazing! Will definitely be back.
  36. KeithC

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding dining experience! Great setting for a family dinner after the theater. George and Jose provided spot-on service the pace of which was absolutely perfect. Food was delicious: appetizers: Arancini, Polpette, amazing Burrata, main courses: Bobonato (one of the best pasta entrees I've ever had), Manzo, Risotto, Gnocchi, Chicken Parm, desert: Tiramisu & various Gelatos. Gotta try the "Jenny, Just Stop!" margarita - fresh with just the right amount of kick! Wine selections were excellent! Every part of it was exactly what we were hoping for; we'll definitely be back.
  37. AmyZ

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, and a warm cozy environment on a cold night
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Extremely expensive for the quality of food and drinks
  39. WorklunchFoodies

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Outstanding branzino! Also get the pork! You won’t regret it. Service was great (we were there on a Tuesday night so I’m not judging on a busy weekend basis. Probably will be packed with tourists in high season so plan accordingly. Wine, beer, and liquor selection was very good. Really great experience!
  40. MonicaM

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday brunch from 11-2 was great. I ordered a bloody mary, not spicy, and was pleasantly surprised. It was delicious and you could tell by looking at it that it was homemade mix! The garnish was also great. I ordered the chicken cacciatore hash and wasn't disappointed with the amount of food or the level of flavor. I look forward to returning for another Sunday brunch to try something new!

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Carlucci is rated 4.7 stars by 144 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
  • Logo image for Uber Eats
Google Map for Carlucci

400 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Randolph (Directly across Maggie Daley Park)

  • Neighborhood

    River North (Chicago)

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Dana Heffernan

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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