La Barra - Riverside

Name: La Barra - Riverside
Address: 2 E. Burlington St., Riverside, IL, United States, 60546
Telephone: (708) 887-7700
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

710 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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La Barra is brought to you by Rich Labriola, Chicago’s premier artisan baker. We feature sharable Italian small plates, award-winning pizza, great wines and hand-crafted cocktails. The beautiful space includes a private dining room and a gorgeous outdoor patio. Please be aware that our kitchen closes at 9pm Tuesdays - Thursdays and Sundays. On Fridays and Saturdays, our kitchen closes at 9:30pm.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 25, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

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(708) 887-7700

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Pizza Bar, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(708) 887-7700
Website
http://labarrariverside.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Pepe Martinez
Catering
Please check out our Catering Menu on our website. For specialized catering, contact us directly.
Private party facilities
Semi private room that seats up to 36 people. Custom and preset menus available.

Location
2 E. Burlington St. Riverside, IL 60546
Neighborhood
Riverside
Cross street
Longcommon
Parking details
Street parking and private parking lot behind the building available.
Public transit
La Barra is steps from the Riverside stop on the Burlington Metra line.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Braciole$16.00
Braised Short Rib, Red Wine Demiglace, Cheesy Polenta
Labarra Garlic Knots$8.00
Croissant Dough, Garlic Butter
Bruschetta$9.00
Vine Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic, Red Onion, Basil, Fresh Mozzarella, Ciabatta Crostini
Mediterranean Mussels$16.00
Roasted Tomato Sauce Or White Wine Sauce
Crispy Calamari$14.00
Fresh Calamari, Lemon, Marinara
Toasted Ravioli Nachos$15.00
Crispy Cheese Raviolis, Braised Short Rib, Fontina Fonduta, Calabrian Chilis, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan Giardiniera
Whipped Ricotta$12.00
Toasted Ciabatta, Honeycomb
Arancini$10.00
Crispy Wild Mushroom Risotto, Fontina
Beets & Burrata$13.00
Roasted Beets, Burrata Mousse, Pistachios, Citrus Vinaigrette
Zucchini Fritti$9.00
Crispy Zucchini Strings, Marinara
Mozzarella Croccante$8.00
Crispy Breaded Mozzarella, Marinara
Baked Local Goat Cheese$11.00
Herbed Goat Cheese, Marinara Sauce, Grilled Ciabatta
Roasted Brussels Sprouts$10.00
Bacon, Capers, Red Onion, Pecorino, Lemon Juice
Mama's Meatballs$12.00
Marinara, Whipped Ricotta, Parmesan
Grilled Octopus$19.00
Nduja Tomato Sauce, Fingerling Potatoes
Barese Sausage & Peppers$13.00
Italian Rope Sausage With Provolone, Roasted Sweet Peppers, Garlic White Wine Sauce
Shrimp Scampi$18.00
Shrimp, Garlic White Wine Sauce

Soups & Salads

Add Chicken $5, Salmon $10, Filet Medallions $10, Shrimp $10

Zuppa Del Giorno$6.00
Chef's Soup of the Day
Local Greens$9.00
Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Radish, Green Olives, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Arugula$10.00
Pears, Goat Cheese, Truffle Honey, Lemon Vinaigrette
Strawberry Pecan$12.00
Mesclun Greens, Strawberries, Goat Cheese, Candied Pecans, Fig Vinaigrette
Caesar$9.00
Romaine, Shaved Parmesan, Homemade Sourdough Crostini
Chopped$12.00
Romaine, Avocado, Blue Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Roasted Sweet Corn, Champagne Vinaigrette
Antipasto$15.00
Soppressata, Kalamta Olives, Tomatoes, Garbanzo Beans, Pepperoncini, Provolone, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Sicilian Seafood Salad$20.00
Shrimp, Calamari, Octopus, Bell Peppers, Celery, Fennel, EVOO, Lemon Vinaigrette

Imported Pastas

Add Meatball $3, Chicken $5, Filet Medallions $10, Shrimp $10

Spaghetti & Meatballs$19.00
Marinara Sauce, Pecorino-Romano, Basil, Served With Garlic Bread
Cacio e Pepe$16.00
Spaghetti, Caciocavallo, Ricotta, Pecorino-Romano, Black Pepper
Fettuccine Alfredo$17.00
Creamy Alfredo Sauce
Linguine & Clams$19.00
Middle Neck Clams, Calabrian Chilies, Scallions, Garlic White Wine Sauce
Orecchiette Calabrese$18.00
Russo Sausage, Tuscan Kale, Cherry Tomatoes, Calabrian Chili, Garlic Breadcrumbs, Pecorino
Handmade Ricotta Gnocchi$18.00
Cherry Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Roasted Tomatoes
Baked Lasagna$22.00
Herbed Ricotta, Mozzarella, Marinara
Eight Finger Cavatelli$18.00
Spicy Vodka Sauce, Whipped Ricotta, Basil
Rigatoni Bolognese$18.00
Classic Bolognese, Whipped Ricotta, Pecorino
Four Cheese Tortellini$19.00
Sweet Peas, Prosciutto, Parmesan Cream Sauce

House Specialties

Leone's Lemon Chicken$21.00
Boneless Chicken Breast, Fresh Herbs, Roasted Potatoes
Chicken Parmesan$22.00
Crispy Boneless Chicken Breast, Mozzarella, Marinara, with a Side of Spaghetti
Tuscan Chicken$22.00
Airline Chicken Breast, Sautéed Spinach, Mashed Potatoes, Tarragon Cream Sauce
Riverside Burger$15.00
Black Angus, 2 Year Aged White Cheddar, Pretzel Roll. Served With Parmesan Fries
Filet Sliders$18.00
Tenderloin Medallions On Toasted Pretzel Buns, Maitre Butter, Fries
Eggplant Parmesan$18.00
Crispy Eggplant, Baked Mozzarella, Marinara, Over Sautéed Spinach
Double-Cut Berkshire Pork Chop$28.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Spinach, Apple-Pancetta Wine Sauce
Bistecca$30.00
Grilled 10 oz. Skirt Steak, Bordelaise Sauce, served with Truffle Fries
Whitefish Almondine$25.00
Seared White Fish Filet, Roasted Green Beans, Toasted Almonds, Capers-Lemon Wine Sauce
Wild Caught Salmon$25.00
Seared Wild Caught Sockeye Salmon Filet, Saffron Risotto with Shaved Asparagus, Lemmon Butter Sauce

Housemade Pizza

Signature Artisan Pizza

Ciabatta style dough with extra virgin olive oil to develop a crispier crust. Organic imported tomatoes, local and artisan meats and cheeses create unique flavors on a crust characterized by large air bubbles throughout

Margherita
Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Mozzarella, Organic Tomato Sauce
- 12"$15.00
Dante Margherita
Organic Tomatoes, Fresh Marjoram, Wisconsin Sheep's Milks, Artisan Cheese, Organic Tomato Sauce
- 12"$18.00
Arugula, Spinach & Mushroom
Fresh Garlic, Mushrooms, Arugula, Spinach, EVOO, Imported Grana Padano & Fresh Mozzarella
- 12"$18.00
Quattro Formaggio
Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Fontina, Goat Cheese, Balsamic, EVOO
- 12"$17.00
Cupping Pepperoni
Roasted, Herbed Tomato Sauce, Cupping Pepperoni, Hot Honey
- 12"$17.00
Salsiccia
Garlic Cream, Smoked Buffalo Mozzarella, Caramelized Onions, Calabrian Chili, Crumbled Sausage, Baby Kale
- 12"$18.00
Tuscan Country
Speck, Drunken Goat Cheese, Blackberries, Ricotta, EVOO, Honey Drizzle
- 12"$20.00

Chicago Thin Crust

Traditional Chicago style thin pizza with a perfect ratio of crust, sauce & cheese. The contrast of crispy crust, herbs & spices in the sauce & richness of the lightly browned cheese offer a balanced & flavorful experience

Russo Sausage
Mozzarella
- 10"$14.50
- 12"$16.75
- 14"$21.00
- 16"$25.00
Danny's Special
Russo Sausage, Mushrooms, Green Pepper, Onion
- 10"$20.00
- 12"$25.00
- 14"$30.00
- 16"$35.00
La Barra Supreme
Mushrooms, Onion, Green Pepper, Pepperoni, Olives
- 10"$22.00
- 12"$26.00
- 14"$31.00
- 16"$36.00
Italian Beef
Thinly Sliced Beef, Giardiniera, Au Jus
- 10"$17.00
- 12"$21.00
- 14"$26.00
- 16"$29.00
BBQ Pie
Chicken, Onion, Smoked Bacon, Raspberry Habanero BBQ Sauce
- 10"$18.00
- 12"$23.00
- 14"$28.00
- 16"$33.00

Chicago Deep Dish

Our Focaccia style pan dough is double proofed & lined with mozzarella resulting in a caramelized cheese crust that is crispy on the outside while light & fluffy in the center. Add Burrata & Basil to Any Deep Dish Pizza for $6

Russo Sausage
Mozzarella
- 12"$23.00
- 14"$28.00
Danny's Special
Russo Sausage, Mushrooms, Green Pepper, Onion
- 12"$31.00
- 14"$36.00
Meatball Pie
Meatballs, Whipped Ricotta, Garlic, Fresh Basil
- 12"$27.00
- 14"$32.00
Popeye
Baby Spinach, Roasted Mushrooms, Garlic
- 12"$27.00
- 14"$32.00
Burrata & Basil
Mozzarella, Provolone, Pecorino, Crushed Tomatoes, Burrata, Fresh Basil
- 12"$31.00
- 14"$36.00

Create Your Own Pizza

Thin Crust
- 10"$12.00
- 12"$14.00
- 14"$18.00
- 16"$21.00
Deep Dish
- 12"$20.00
- 14"$24.00

Beverages

Cocktails

Uncle Nearest Old Fashioned$14.00
Uncle Nearest 1884 Whiskey, Allspice, Simple Syrup, Angostura Orange Bitters, Muddled Orange, Amaretto Cherry
Casa Barra Margarita$14.00
Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Grand Marnier, Fresh Lime Juice, Agave Nectar
Riverside Living$12.00
Deep Eddy Real Peach Vodka, New Amsterdam Red Berry Vodka, Cranberry and Orange Juice
Olmsted's Mule$12.00
Tito's Vodka, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Blackberries, Ginger Beer
The Shady Lady$12.00
Cruzan Blueberry Lemonade Rum, Stoli Cranberry Vodka, Lemonade, Fresh Raspberries
Italian Manhattan$14.00
Benchmark Bourbon, Averna Amaro, Carpano Antica Formula Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, Amaretto Cherry
Mediterranean Spa-Tini$13.00
Prairie Organic Cucumber Vodka, Figenza Fig Vodka, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Grated Lemon Zest
Pamamosa$12.00
Prosecco, Pama Pomegranate Liqueur, Fiorente Elderflower Liqueur, Lemon Twist
Amalfi Negroni$13.00
Campari, Malfy Blood Orange Gin, Sweet Vermouth
Pompelo Spritz$12.00
Prosecco, Aperol, San Pellegrino Grapefruit, Bitters

Wine by the Glass

White

Avissi, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy$9.00
Riff, Pinot Grigio, Veneto, Italy$10.00
Scarpetta, Frico Blanco, Fruili, Venezia Giulia, Italy$9.00
Pine Ridge, Chenin Blanc + Viognier, Napa Valley, California$11.00
Oyster Bay, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand$10.00
Milbrandt, Riesling, Columbia Valley, Washington$10.00
Black Stallion, Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California$12.00
Raeburn, Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, California$14.00

Rosé

Studio by Miraval, Provence, France$11.00
Whispering Angel, Provance, France$14.00

Red

Angeline, Pinot Noir, Central Coast, California$10.00
Meiomi, Pinot Noir, Central Coast, California$13.00
Charles Smith Velvet Devil, Merlot, Columbia Valley, Washington$10.00
Quercetto, Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Italy$10.00
Nipozzano, Chianti Riserva, Tuscany, Italy$14.00
Trapiche, Malbec, Argentina$9.00
Ferrari Carano "Siena", Red Blend, California$12.00
Masciarelli, Montepulciano, Abruzzo, Italy$10.00
Coppola Claret, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, California$12.00
Fellino, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mendoza, Argentina$14.00
Juggernaut, Cabernet Sauvignon, California$14.00

Wine by the Bottle

Italian Whites

Villa Sparina, Gavi di Gavi DOCG, Piedmont$50.00
Zenato, Lungana San Genedetto, Lake Garda$45.00
Terlato, Pinot Grigio, Friuli$70.00
Donnafugata Anthelia, Lucido (Cataratto), Sicily$50.00
Saracco, Moscato di Asti, Piedmont$45.00
Castelvecchio Vin Santo, Tuscany 1999
- 500ml$60.00

Interesting Whites

Alpha Estate, Sauvignon Blanc, Amydeon, Greece$55.00
Dr. Loosen "Dr. L", Riesling, Mosel, Germany$40.00
A-To-Z, Pinot Gris, Oregon$50.00
Jordan, Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, California$100.00

Sparkling

Billecart- Salmon, Brut Reserve, Champagne, France
- 375ml$70.00
Gloria Ferrer, Brut, Sonoma California$55.00
Santa Margherita, Brut Rose, Trentino$60.00
Veuve Cliquot, "Yellow Label", Brut, France$110.00
Castello del Poggio, Moscato, Piedmont
- Split (187ml)$12.00

Italian Reds

Vietti "Tre Vigne", Barbera d'Asti DOCG, Piedmont$50.00
Ruffino "Tan Label", Chianti Classico Riserva, Tuscany$70.00
Assuli "Lorlando", Nero d'Avola, Sicily$45.00
Cortese, Nebbiolo, Piedmont$50.00
Massolino, Barolo, Serralunga$130.00
Natale Verga "Toscana Antale Rosso", Red Blend, Tuscany$40.00
Tinazzi "Opera #3", Red Blend, Italy$60.00
Latium "Campo Leon", Amarone, Veneto$90.00
San Polo, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany$180.00

Interesting Reds

Van Duzer, Pinot Noir, Wilamette, Oregon$60.00
Decoy, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, California$70.00
Prisoner, Red Blend, Napa, California$95.00
Substance "Me", Merlot, Colombia Valley, Washington$75.00
Miner, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, California$125.00
Shatter, Granache, France$60.00
Earthquake, Zinfandel, Lodi, California$50.00

What 710 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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ALICIAB
Chicago
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and drinks w/family; nice job by the waiter in training. Great to see previous employees return and that they remember us, always great to see there smiling/friendly faces (thank you Grace) and a big thank you to the all the staff and owners that make this Restaurant always so welcoming.
C
Carlos
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our family was there to celebrate our 42 wedding anniversary. There were five adults and two children. They had our table waiting for us when we arrived. Service was great. Waitstaff was friendly efficient and just real nice to us all. Food was perfect: tasty, served hot, promptly and delicious. Meal finished off with everyone getting their own ice cream. The Riverside La Barra team came through with flying colors!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
The best pizza anywhere
SS
StevenS
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience3
The waiter never asked how our dinner was; never asked if we needed refills; never asked if we wanted bread. When we asked, he stated, "Oh, I forgot to ask you if you wanted bread." Evidently, their policy was to always bring it out at the start of the meal, but that has since changed, where the waiter is to ask us. It also took forever to get the tab, so we decided to skip dessert.
NC
NeCoov
Chicago
40 reviews
vip
4.0
40 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience3
Always a good time at LaBarra:) service was great-Juan was our waiter. One disappointment-they changed my favorite dish! Salmon no longer served with risotto and instead some spaghetti squash side:(
m
mitchk
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress Ky she was awesome!! The food was delicious will definitely go back!
BN
BNT4TAAE
Chicago
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service, drinks, and food were great! Chicken Parm and Filet Sliders were awesome and the prickly pear margarita was outstanding.
LS
LauraS
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall1food3service5ambience4
Our reservation was for 7:00 we were on time everything was great until the waitress told us at 7:15 that we needed to hurry up and order because the kitchen decided to close at 7:30. So not only were we rushed on Mother’s Day but they got my order wrong and they put our dessert in a plastic to go box and brought it to the table. We were there for and hour and was rushed and it was my only day to be with my family… it wasn’t very professional. We gave a great tip anyway but very saddened how we never got to enjoy our dinner
GR
GabrielleR
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my mom to La Barra for Mother’s Day! She loved the spot just as much as I did ❤️
I
Italian
Chicago
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
This review is only for the mothers day brunch buffet. Many of the hot dishes were lukewarm or cold. The food warmers weren't keeping up. Love the restaurant but we won't be back for the brunch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Mother’s Day brunch was amazing! The food was delicious, great service and we will be back!
DM
DinaM
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience2
Food was very good and reasonably priced. Will go again
SR
ScottR
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! Really good food. If I lived closer, I’d be there once a week!
LA
LisaA
Chicago
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great food and service at LaBarra! Great bar scene
MG
MaggieG
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Service and Food!! Would definitely recommend! Their Pizza is the best!
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william
Chicago
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience3
Good pizza, but other dishes are overpriced for what you get. Service is unattentive at best. Stay with pizza, your fine. If you want Italian food, go somewhere else for value and what you get for your money.
CS
CynthiaS
Milwaukee
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food. Had linguine wuth clams and husband hwd a delicious pork chop. Staff seems happy and helpful to customers and each other. Good drink-Riverstde Living.
KC
KC70
Chicago
99 reviews
vip
4.0
99 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
First time time dining at this restaurant. Food was delicious. We ordered bruschetta. It was very good, a little too much garlic though. My husband had the lasagna and I had the rigatoni. Both very good. Great atmosphere.
AL
ALICIAB
Chicago
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great music.
AL
AlejandraL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant has been the most gorgeous food that I have tried in a long time, I'm definitely coming back and of course will recommend 👌
M
Madge
Chicago
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Delicious small plates! Highly recommend the roaster brussels sprouts, beets with burrata and the toasted ravioli nachos!! All are exceptional. My only complaint is that the noise level in the restaurant is not conducive to casual conversation. 'Tis a pity the the acoustics aren't better.
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Prairiequeen
Chicago
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Just a nice friendly neighborhood place. Lots of good selections, some good for sharing. Easy street parking. Outdoor dining looks ready to start soon.
GR
GabrielleR
Chicago
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
La Barra has become one of my favorite spots :)
K
Kitt
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great neighborhood restaurant. Cozy atmosphere, great food, and very cordial staff. Owner personally comes around to tables to welcome guests. Nice touch.
LD
LynnD
Chicago
58 reviews
vip
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious, thank you to Olivia she was fantastic- an fast an so helpful on those desserts!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always our “go to” spot for an excellent meal!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great neighborhood dining spot!
DI
DIANEJ
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Arrived at 5:25PM and was seated promptly in the section I requested. Service and food was excellent. Zucchini Fritti - I always order this for me as my meal. My husband ordered the Chicken Alfredo, and on Tuesday, you can bring home the same meal for free. Wine was excellent.
CG
CGuillen
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite date location. Never disappoints.
AL
ALICIAB
Chicago
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service that made our anniversary extra special.
JP
JudyP
Chicago
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We alway enjoy dining at Labarra in Riverside, the food and service is consistent.... excellent!!! Looking forward to our next visit.
B
Birgit
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed our stay at La Barra. We were there for my son's birthday. Food was good. Music was loud but expected. It was St. Patrick's Day. Our waiters name was Patrick (really!). He was very attentive!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
Would’ve been better had they not ran out of Italian beef pizza. That was the main reason I chose to dine at La Barra
KC
KateC
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
They usually have great specials and fabulous cocktails!
CD
ClaudiaD
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went with kids at 5:30 and had a great experience
AL
ALICIAB
Chicago
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Our favorite place for good food when eating with the family.
VV
VinceV
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for dinner with wife, daughter, son and his girlfriend to catch-up. Reserved a table earlier and ordered the deep-dish pizza 30 minutes in advance (it can take 45 minutes to cook). We were seated within a minute or two. Waiter came and got drink orders (wide selection with some interesting options). Came back with drinks and got appetizer orders. Pizza arrived before appetizers but that was fine. We got the Russo sausage and added burrata and basil. It was delicious! I really like the crusty cheese ring on the pizza. For appetizers, got fried ravioli nachos (really good) and the beets & burrata (also really good). Ladies split a chopped salad with added sliced filet mignon (they said it was also really good). Finished dinner off with gelato: coconut, wild berry, and rose-champagne (yes it tasted like roses) - not that good but it was complimentary, so no biggie. Very enjoyable overall!
RG
RocioGuer
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great time with great food and great service!
L
Lulubean1
Chicago
71 reviews
vip
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great & lots of fun!
LA
LisaA
Chicago
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great time at La Barra. We were there to celebrate a family birthday, the staff was great and threw in a wonderful large piece of cake! The pizza is also the best around!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from La Barra - Riverside using the Order Online button. La Barra - Riverside also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. La Barra - Riverside also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (708) 887-7700.

La Barra - Riverside is rated 4.7 stars by 710 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

May 25, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(708) 887-7700

Delivery

Order online

2 E. Burlington St. Riverside, IL 60546

Additional information

Cross street
Longcommon
Neighborhood
Riverside
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Cuisines
Italian, Pizza Bar, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking and private parking lot behind the building available.
Public transit
La Barra is steps from the Riverside stop on the Burlington Metra line.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Pepe Martinez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://labarrariverside.com/
Phone number
(708) 887-7700
Catering
Please check out our Catering Menu on our website. For specialized catering, contact us directly.
Private party facilities
Semi private room that seats up to 36 people. Custom and preset menus available.

La Barra - Riverside

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Delivery

Additional information

Crispy Calamari

Lemon Chicken

Meatballs

Small Plates for Sharing

Braciole$16.00

Labarra Garlic Knots$8.00

Bruschetta$9.00

Mediterranean Mussels$16.00

Crispy Calamari$14.00

Toasted Ravioli Nachos$15.00

Whipped Ricotta$12.00

Arancini$10.00

Beets & Burrata$13.00

Zucchini Fritti$9.00

Mozzarella Croccante$8.00

Baked Local Goat Cheese$11.00

Roasted Brussels Sprouts$10.00

Mama's Meatballs$12.00

Grilled Octopus$19.00

Barese Sausage & Peppers$13.00

Shrimp Scampi$18.00

Soups & Salads

Zuppa Del Giorno$6.00

Local Greens$9.00

Arugula$10.00

Strawberry Pecan$12.00

Caesar$9.00

Chopped$12.00

Antipasto$15.00

Sicilian Seafood Salad$20.00

Imported Pastas

Spaghetti & Meatballs$19.00

Cacio e Pepe$16.00

Fettuccine Alfredo$17.00

Linguine & Clams$19.00

Orecchiette Calabrese$18.00

Handmade Ricotta Gnocchi$18.00

Baked Lasagna$22.00

Eight Finger Cavatelli$18.00

Rigatoni Bolognese$18.00

Four Cheese Tortellini$19.00

House Specialties

Leone's Lemon Chicken$21.00

Chicken Parmesan$22.00

Tuscan Chicken$22.00

Riverside Burger$15.00

Filet Sliders$18.00

Eggplant Parmesan$18.00

Double-Cut Berkshire Pork Chop$28.00

Bistecca$30.00

Whitefish Almondine$25.00

Wild Caught Salmon$25.00

Housemade Pizza

Signature Artisan Pizza

Margherita

Dante Margherita

Arugula, Spinach & Mushroom

Quattro Formaggio

Cupping Pepperoni

Salsiccia

Tuscan Country

Chicago Thin Crust

Russo Sausage

Danny's Special

La Barra Supreme

Italian Beef

BBQ Pie

Chicago Deep Dish

Russo Sausage

Danny's Special

Meatball Pie

Popeye

Burrata & Basil

Create Your Own Pizza