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Elina's

Name: Elina's
Address: 1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, 60642-6415
Telephone: (312) 929-2249
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

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$31 to $50

Italian

1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-6415

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2 people

May 10, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 50 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Romantic

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.

Contact reservations@elinaschicago.com for any additional inquiries.

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: You'll find the ultimate versions of old-school red-sauce favorites like rigatoni a la vodka and dover sole piccata at Elina's, thanks to veterans of MICHELIN-Starred spots like New York City’s Restaurant Marc Forgione. The inviting West Town joint serves these classics in a cozy, brick-walled dining room or on the lush, Amalfi Coast-inspired patio.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 929-2249
Website
http://www.elinaschicago.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-6415
Neighborhood
West Town
Cross street
Grand and Racine
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
CTA Grand Ave Blue Line, CTA Chicago Ave Blue Line,65 Grand Ave Bus (Racine Stop)
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Italian Mojito$16.00
Silver Rum, Chareau, Citrus
Colomba$16.00
Mezcal, Campari, Grapefruit, Soda
Melfi Sour$16.00
Whiskey, Peach, Lemon, Orange, Vino Rosso
Golden Negroni$16.00
Wolf Point Gin, Gran Classico, Golden Vermouth
Rosita$16.00
Tequila Joven, Campari, Vermouth, Orange
Toronto $16.00
Bonded Bourbon, Fernet, Demerara, Bitters
Spritz$16.00
Miss Apertivo, Rhubarb, Soda, Citrus
Spaghett$11.00
Miller High Life & a shot of Aperol

Vini

Table Wine$13.00
Sparkling, Red, White
Prosecco$15.00
Classic or Rosé
Orange$17.00
Vichingo Costa Toscana, Tuscany, ITA
Sauvignon Blanc$16.00
Erste & Neue, Trentino Alto-Adige, ITA
Catarratto$15.00
Caruso & Minini, Sicily ITA
Pallagrello Bianco$16.00
Michele Alois 'Caiati', Campania ITA
Kerner$16.00
Abbazia di Novacella, Trentio-Alto Adige, ITA
Sangiovese$15.00
Field Recordings 'Freddo', Passo Robles CA
Schiava$16.00
Abbazia di Novella Sudtirolese, Trentino-Alto Adige ITA
Montepulciano$15.00
Giuliano Rosati Madia, Abruzzo, ITA
Chianti Classico$17.00
Monte Bernardi 'Sangio', Tuscany ITA
Etna Rosso$17.00
Sergio Drago, Sicily ITA
Cab/Merlot$18.00
Terre San Leonardo, Alto Adige ITA
Dolcetto D'Alba$18.00
Andrea Oberto, Piedmont ITA

Birre

Peroni$8.00
Daisy Cutter$8.00
Miller High Life$6.00

ETC

NA Beverages

Casamara Club Soda$6.00
Acqua Panna$9.00
1L
Pellegrino$9.00
1L
RTC 3 Estate Black Iced Tea$5.00
Lemonade$5.00

What 259 people are saying

Elina's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Elina's offers a cozy, intimate dining experience with "delicious food" and "wonderful service." Known for its "creamy vodka rigatoni," and fresh pasta dishes, it's a must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers. The "friendly atmosphere" and attentive staff enhance the dining experience, making it a "top spot in Chicago."

259 Reviews

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Paul VIP
Los Angeles2 reviews
1.0
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Literally 75% of our food didn’t make it into the Togo container and super frustrating that we are missing almost our entire leftovers. Don’t offer to wrap up or salad, bread, and first pasta if you aren’t gonna put it in the bag
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jacqueline
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delightful in every way! Delicious and fresh and loved it so much will be back!!
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Danielle
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really enjoyed the ambiance of the outdoor patio. Rich comfort food. Huge family style portions. Dover sole was excellent. Spritz cocktail was perfect. Caeser Salad was good but could have skipped.
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Caleb
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing. I would definitely go back.
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Jenica
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down one of the my favorite sandwiches in the city. Always amazing service too!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful surprise date night planned for my boyfriend’s bday and he loved it! We did shared plates of the mozzarella sandwich, Caesar salad, vodka rigatoni pasta, and chicken parm. Everything was delicious, including the bday cannoli that we split, and our service was fantastic. Will definitely be back!
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Sarah VIP
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So delicious! Second time coming here, and it was great both times.
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Daniel VIP
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were seated in the back patio and it was a lovely day out so perfect for our small group. Love the food and space. The service is also excellent as always. Thank you Elina team!
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Daniel
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My boy Nick was an amazing server! Appreciate you Gang! If you see this 🔥💛! Macy and I were your last table!
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Nancy VIP
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about this little gem was fabulous! The service, food and ambience…fantastic!
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FAQs

Elina's is rated 4.8 stars by 259 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 10, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 50 times today

1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-6415

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Grand and Racine
Neighborhood
West Town
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
CTA Grand Ave Blue Line, CTA Chicago Ave Blue Line,65 Grand Ave Bus (Racine Stop)
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.elinaschicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 929-2249

Elina's

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Dining areas

Additional information

Primi

Caesar Salad$17.00

Chopped Salad$16.00

Shrimp Cocktail$23.00

Fritto Misto$19.00

Baked Clams Casino$17.00

Mozzarella En Carozza $14.00

Macaroni

Rigatoni Alla Vodka$24.00

Fusilli Alla Norma$21.00

Angel Hair Scampi$24.00

Penne Bolognese$23.00

Speciali

Silvio's Meatballs $18.00

Dover Sole Piccata

40oz Prime Ribeye Diane

Eggplant Parmesan $36.00

Secondi

Chicken Parmesan $31.00

Cherry Pepper Ribs$28.00

Pork Chop Pizzaiolo $29.00

Shrimp Scampi$28.00

14oz Sirloin Steak Limone$36.00

Contorni

Eggplant Argodolce $10.00

Italian Fries$10.00

Broccoli Carbonizado $10.00

Café e Dolci

Espresso Martini$18.00

Limoncello$6.00

Espresso$4.00

Pistachio Cannoli$8.00

Tiramisu$13.00

Drinks

Italian Mojito$16.00

Colomba$16.00

Melfi Sour$16.00

Golden Negroni$16.00

Rosita$16.00

Toronto $16.00

Spritz$16.00

Spaghett$11.00

Vini

Table Wine$13.00

Prosecco$15.00

Orange$17.00

Sauvignon Blanc$16.00

Catarratto$15.00

Pallagrello Bianco$16.00

Kerner$16.00

Sangiovese$15.00

Schiava$16.00

Montepulciano$15.00

Chianti Classico$17.00

Etna Rosso$17.00

Cab/Merlot$18.00

Dolcetto D'Alba$18.00

Birre

Peroni$8.00

Daisy Cutter$8.00

Miller High Life$6.00

ETC

Casamara Club Soda$6.00

Acqua Panna$9.00

Pellegrino$9.00

RTC 3 Estate Black Iced Tea$5.00

Lemonade$5.00

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