Coarse Italian

Name: Coarse Italian
Address: 800 Shermer Rd, Glenview, IL, United States, 60025-4170
Telephone: (847) 657-3200
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

286 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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The name “coarse” is used to represent rustic in nature.

Coarse Italian prides itself on its Italian-inspired dishes, and promises incredible cuisine.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 657-3200
Website
http://www.coarseitalian.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Visit Coarse Italian's website to see our catering menu.
Private party facilities
From birthdays, to baby showers, to anniversaries, and more - we've got you covered.Our banquet room features: - Wireless microphone - HDMI compatibility - Two flat screen TVs - WiFi - Built-in speakers with Bluetooth- Outdoor Patio (Summer)Please visit our website for more info!

Location
800 Shermer Rd, Glenview, IL 60025-4170
Neighborhood
Glenview
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Wagyu Meatballs$17.00
Crushed heirloom tomato sauce, shredded basil (4)
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$16.50
Bacon Lardons, green apple glaze
Fried Calamari$17.50
with zucchini, Fresno pepper and citrus Sambal glaze
Prosciutto Wrapped Dates$14.00
Stuffed with goat cheese, drizzled with local honey and balsamic glaze (5)
Mini Arancini$13.50
Risotto ball, ground beef, peas, mozzarella, marinara (3)
Cacio e Pepe Wings$15.00
Beurre blanc, parmesan, pepper, lemon (6); sub Plain, BBQ, Buffalo Sauce
Fondant Potatoes$12.00
Roasted russets, veal demi, red wine vinegar, chives
Truffle Fries$9.00
with garlic aioli
Coarse Chopped Salad$14.00
Chopped romaine, fresh farm cherry tomatoes, pickled onions, kalamata olives, breakfast radish, cucumbers, gorgonzola, Coarse vinaigrette
Charred Caesar$14.00
Charred romaine, croutons, parmesan dust
Arugula Salad$14.00
Toasted almonds, blueberries, red onions, dried cranberries, shaved parmesan, apple cider vinaigrette
Local Lettuce Salad$14.00
Spring mix, prosciutto, peas, yellow peppers, EVOO & vinegar

Add Protein To any Salad

Chicken$5.00
Shrimp$7.00
Salmon$10.00
Skirt Steak$13.00

Fresh Pasta

All pastas made in house daily

Gnocchi$25.00
Roma tomato sauce, red peppers, goat cheese, crispy arugula
Pappardelle$26.00
with three hour braised beef and pork ragu
Linguine$28.00
Sauteed shrimp, red pepper cream sauce, basil
Rigatoni$26.00
with broccoli rabe, torn Italian sausage, broth
Spaghetti$25.00
Veal and ricotta meatballs, braised veal tomato sauce

Mains

Eggplant Parmesan$19.00
Fried eggplant, mozzarella, marinara, parmesan
Crispy Stuffed Chicken$26.50
Stuffed with risotto, peas, parmesan, lemon cream sauce, sautéed spinach
Roasted Salmon$27.00
with marinated heirloom tomatoes, zucchini and basil chimmichurri, prosciutto chips
Mushroom & Truffle Risotto$25.00
shaved parmigiano reggiano
Prime Ribeye (12oz)$46.00
Charred broccolini, fondant potatoes
Sicilian Hot Chicken Sandwich$16.00
Fried chicken sandwich with pickle, house made coleslaw, chef's 1000 island, brioche bun, fries
The Glen Burger$16.00
Triple-blend custom ground beef (brisket, short rib & ground chuck), American cheese, roasted garlic aioli, brunoise red onion, dill pickle chips, brioche bun, fries
Baby Back Ribs
with BBQ sauce, parmesan fries
- Half Slab$23.00
- Full Slab$28.00

Pizza

Extra Thin Cheese Pizza
- 12"$17.00
- Gluten-Free Crust 12"$19.00
- 16"$22.00
Build Your Pizza
Toppings: Onion, mushroom, green pepper, hot giardiniera, sliced tomato, fresh garlic, spinach, black olives, pepperoni Italian sausage, smoked bacon, Canadian bacon
- Full Topping$3.00
- Half Topping$2.50
- Extra Cheese$3.00
- Extra Sauce$2.00
Margherita Pizza
Crushed tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil
- 12"$18.00
- 16"$23.00
Homemade Pepperoni & Burnt Honey
Homemade pepperoni, mozzarella, burnt honey
- 12"$22.00
- 16"$27.00

Beer & Liquor

Cans & Bottles

Domestics

Coors Lite
Miller Lite
Miller High Life
Bud Lite
Pabst Blue Ribbon
Goose Island 312 (Wheat Ale)
Bell's Two Hearted (American IPA)
Ten Ninety - 1916 Lager
Locally made
Lagunitas IPA
Finnish Long Drink
Freshie (Tequila Seltzer)
Locally made
White Claw (Hard Seltzer)
Flavors: Black Cherry or Red Grapefruit
High Noon (Hard Seltzer)
Flavors: Lime, Mango or Peach
Odoul's Amber (Non-Alcoholic)

Imports

Stiegl Radler (Grapefruit Radler)
Corona Extra (Lager)
Corona Premier (Light lager)
Stella Artois (Belgian Pilsner)

Drafts

Bells Oberon (Wheat Ale)
Peroni (Lager)
Revolution Anti-Hero (IPA)
Maplewood Son of Juice (Hazy IPA)
Allagash White (Witbier)
Stiegl Goldbrau (Lager)

Vodka

Grey Goose
Ketel One
Ketel One Citron
Titos

Whiskey

Basil Haydens Dark Rye
Bulleit Rye
Jack Daniels
Jameson
Skrewball
Seagram's 7
Fireball

Bourbon

Bulleit Bourbon
Basil Haydens
Maker's Mark
Jim Beam

Rum

Bacardi
Bacardi Gold
Captain Morgan

Tequila

Jose Cuervo Especial
1800 Silver
Casamigos Blanco
Casamigos Reposado
Casamigos Anejo

Scotch

Glenmorangie
Macallan 12
Johnny Walker Black
Johnny Walker Red
Dewars

Gin

Hendrick's
Tangueray
Bombay Sapphire
28 Mile
Locally made
Beef Eater

Brandy

Christian Brothers
Courvoisier

What 286 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Great for outdoor dining
Chicago / Illinois
Great for scenic views
North Suburbs
Neighborhood gem
North Suburbs
Great for outdoor dining

286 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely spot for dinner on the outside porch area.
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MaryB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food2service5ambience5
Pasta and burger were good/chicken not so good. Drinks and wait staff were great.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter Lorenzo was excellent, we loved the food! However just as an advice we would love the margaritas to be slightly served in a bigger glass and the Ribs should come with a baked potato instead of French fries ❤️; the mushroom risotto was super tasty! Overall we had a great time, beautiful place and perfect location for my birthday 🎉. Thank you Lorenzo for the great service!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
On a golf “coarse”. Good Italian fare and ribs were good also! We sat outside overlooking the course. It was very casual and sitting outside was perfect for having 5 kids with us. We enjoyed the food. Kids Pizzas are huge for a kids meal!
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JenniferR
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Beautiful atmosphere, table next to us was louder than normal. Waitstaff was very good but was slow bringing drinks and food. Enjoy t try he food and atmosphere very much
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JPR1965
Chicago
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience2
The food is alway excellent and our server, Patrick was wonderful, so personable. We ate outside which was great. My one complaint and I have heard from others that the ambiance inside is not great. Looks very generic. The atmosphere should be to the level of the fabulous food.
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LynneS
Chicago
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
Setting is beautiful. Appetizers were very good. Entrees were fair- not as good as the first time we were there. Cocktails were exceptional as they were the last time. When making the reservation we noted that this was a birthday celebration-they ask online if this was a special occasion. But no acknowledgment of the birthday in any way.
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PatsyE
Chicago
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
It was a lovely setting on a nice summer night. the food was not spectacular - not bad just not great. the salad was mostly lettuce which was very disappointing. the service was perfect. the menu selection was limited.
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MargaretL
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love the beautiful golf course view. The food is delicious.
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Cheryl
Chicago
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So fun with GBS moms and sons and a bonus that Paige was our server. She was terrific! Great service and delicious meals on the patio overlooking the golf course on a perfect summer evening.
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bud304
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Coarse is a great restaurant. The service is excellent, the food delicious and the scenery perfect. One of our fellow diners left a sweater behind and they called to see if we had left it, too! Always a good experience there.
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NeelaJ
Chicago
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall4food2service5ambience5
Sitting outside during sunset can’t be beat! Great wait staff service, just wish the food was up a notch. Still not bad..and would go back in a sec!
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ThereseK
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 3, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Nice place to eat. Good service. Pretty scenery. Music on Fridays.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Service!
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KellyG
Chicago
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Applying a 23% service fee is unheard of. 18% should be max with customer allowing for extra.
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ZAPO
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So beautiful on the golf course. Food was awesome and service was great.
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KarenH
Chicago
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
We enjoyed our entrees. The service was great and friendly.
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SN7438
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service with amazing view of golf course w fantastic cocktails and relaxed ambiance. Can't wait to go back!
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OptiMom
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came here for a special lunch after my daughter’s confirmation. Nice view of the golf course from the porch where we ate. Variety of food options for our group. Reasonably priced.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food was really great. I think the experience would have been better with heaters outside. The waiter was brand new but did a decent job.
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SarahP
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Everything was wonderful. The only thing is it smelled sour in there, and wish the window cleaned on outside…. Other tha. That.. food was amazing!!
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Eveliscious
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience4
Had high expectations because of wonderful reviews. Server (forgot his name!) took so long, have been seated for 20 mins before he came. Very slow service, seemed to be forgetful of little requests (warm water, risotto with shrimp instead of mushroom) . Food was so so. (Had papardelle, gnocchi, calamari was not crispy!) another pet peeve was we asked our photo to be taken. Usually you’d take more than 1 photo right? So we can could have a choice (we had kids with us so it takes a lot of snapshots to get a good one!) Server seemed he’s ready to call it a night. Ohhh and the restroom was so missing in facial tissue, liquid soap. Definitely not a place where I’d like to go again.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
The very tasty food made up for the spotty service once the food came out of the kitchen. We waited longer than expected to get the food. One dish of the order was wrong so that person had to wait longer. Then we were charged for the wrong dish which was $12 more that the correct one. The owner did give us our drinks gratis to make up for the wait. Other than the service on that evening (they seemed to be per-Mother’s Day busy), I would recommend the Coarse Italian! The food was great!!
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PeterH
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. The food was well prepared and presented beautifully.
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LuigiB
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Definitely the best restaurant in Glenview and surrounding area. The food is amazing. The staff and the manager are friendly and thoughtful and what better way to celebrate spring summer and fall by looking out on a golf course and the sunset.
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PandelisK
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I sat outside and had wonderful meal that made for a great evening. I ordered the arugula salad with salmon and my husband ordered the burger. Both were absolutely delicious and nice size portions. We just had a wonderful dinner and will definately be coming back and making this one of our regular places to dine.
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RobertW
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a real hidden gem! Franco Francese runs a wonderful place, with great views and the best Italian Food on the North Shore.
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EMcKChicago
Chicago
67 reviews
vip
3.0
67 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience3
Prosciutto wrapped dates were good, but the salmon and pasta were at best mediocre.
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ScottG
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Food was outstanding as always. However, there was a private function that overflowed into the bar area. The excessive noise made for less than an enjoyable evening.
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LuigiB
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the margaritas the very good Italian food and the best setting in Glenview.
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MeganM
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place should be packed on a Friday night! We were a group of 7 and we all enjoyed our drinks and entrees.
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GeneParmesan
Chicago
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service and delicious food. Glenview's hidden gem with gorgeous views of greenscapes and sunsets. Get the arugula salad a spaghetti western cocktail. Highly recommended.
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Fitkath
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just a gem of a place. Great service. Great atmosphere
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ChristopherN
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Upon arriving, I was seated at the bar, my preferred spot, and ordered a cocktail. The barman, Fidel, clearly knows what he's doing as every drink that he's made for me has been complex and well-balanced (I highly recommend both the Midnight Margarita and Spaghetti Western). For my entree, I went with the chicken marsala. The chicken, itself, was tender, the mushrooms added depth to the sauce, and the polenta was crispy on the outside, but still held onto the sauce. Usually, I can forgo dessert, but was talked into the bread pudding, beautifully browned on top and with strawberries, blueberries, and baked apples. All the while, I was able to identify the music playing, but maintain conversation at a normal decibel. This was not my first time, here, and it's not going to be my last, either.
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frankm
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience3
Did not know it was at Glenview Country Club, I kept passing it not knowing I had to go into the Country Club once I figured it out nice location right there on the golf course. The food the service is wonderful because there's not that many people because it's Winter time I'm sure during the summer it's a lot more busier, my only complaint portion sizes were good everything was good except the food was lukewarm and temperature It could have been hotter
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this place! Wonderful food! It's probably the best gnocchi I ever had. Great and unique drinks. Definitely recommend!!
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LuciaB
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful treat, here in Glenview! I tried the The linguini dish, with shrimp, and was pleasantly surprised that they make their pastas in house. Definitely coming back to try the others. Also, they have a good selection of interesting cocktails. My server was attentive and seemed to really know the menu. Can't wait to make this my regular spot!
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INDYSEAN
Indiana
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was spectacular.
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cath23
Chicago
53 reviews
vip
3.0
53 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Had a 6:00 reservation for 5 of us. We were the only ones there. 2 other parties came in while we were there. Our waiter seemed to be doing everything! Drinks, etc. We ordered a bunch of things to share. Waiter kept telling us it was an order for 1 person. Eggplant was good and we did split it. Also had salad for the table, dates, salmon and chicken Marsala. Everything was tasty, nothing outstanding but everything was good. Also had a brownie sundae (?) but didn’t come with chocolate sauce. Waiter told us they closed at 7:00 (had 6:00 reservation), and this was at 8:00. Then a Manager came out and said they closed at 8:30. We felt much better. Don’t know that I would rush back but it was an okay meal.
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MichelleD
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
New Year’s Eve dinner, very few people in the restaurant. Service and food were good. Will come back when it’s warmer to sit on the patio!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Coarse Italian using the Order Online button. Coarse Italian also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 657-3200.

Coarse Italian is rated 4.4 stars by 286 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

800 Shermer Rd, Glenview, IL 60025-4170

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Glenview
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.coarseitalian.com/
Phone number
(847) 657-3200
Catering
Visit Coarse Italian's website to see our catering menu.
Private party facilities
From birthdays, to baby showers, to anniversaries, and more - we've got you covered.Our banquet room features: - Wireless microphone - HDMI compatibility - Two flat screen TVs - WiFi - Built-in speakers with Bluetooth- Outdoor Patio (Summer)Please visit our website for more info!

Coarse Italian

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Arugula Insalate

Salmon

Roasted Salmon

Shared Plates & Salad

Wagyu Meatballs$17.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$16.50

Fried Calamari$17.50

Prosciutto Wrapped Dates$14.00

Mini Arancini$13.50

Cacio e Pepe Wings$15.00

Fondant Potatoes$12.00

Truffle Fries$9.00

Coarse Chopped Salad$14.00

Charred Caesar$14.00

Arugula Salad$14.00

Local Lettuce Salad$14.00

Add Protein To any Salad

Chicken$5.00

Shrimp$7.00

Salmon$10.00

Skirt Steak$13.00

Fresh Pasta

Gnocchi$25.00

Pappardelle$26.00

Linguine$28.00

Rigatoni$26.00

Spaghetti$25.00

Mains

Eggplant Parmesan$19.00

Crispy Stuffed Chicken$26.50

Roasted Salmon$27.00

Mushroom & Truffle Risotto$25.00

Prime Ribeye (12oz)$46.00

Sicilian Hot Chicken Sandwich$16.00

The Glen Burger$16.00

Baby Back Ribs

Pizza

Extra Thin Cheese Pizza

Build Your Pizza

Margherita Pizza

Homemade Pepperoni & Burnt Honey

Beer & Liquor

Cans & Bottles

Domestics

Coors Lite

Miller Lite

Miller High Life

Bud Lite

Pabst Blue Ribbon

Goose Island 312 (Wheat Ale)

Bell's Two Hearted (American IPA)

Ten Ninety - 1916 Lager

Lagunitas IPA

Finnish Long Drink

Freshie (Tequila Seltzer)

White Claw (Hard Seltzer)

High Noon (Hard Seltzer)

Odoul's Amber (Non-Alcoholic)

Imports

Stiegl Radler (Grapefruit Radler)

Corona Extra (Lager)

Corona Premier (Light lager)

Stella Artois (Belgian Pilsner)

Drafts

Bells Oberon (Wheat Ale)

Peroni (Lager)

Revolution Anti-Hero (IPA)

Maplewood Son of Juice (Hazy IPA)

Allagash White (Witbier)

Stiegl Goldbrau (Lager)

Vodka

Grey Goose

Ketel One

Ketel One Citron

Titos