Osteria del Pastaio

Name: Osteria del Pastaio
Address: 111 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL, United States, 60611-2051
Telephone: (312) 649-0055
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (1190)

$30 and under

Italian

111 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611-2051

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals

Osteria del Pastaio, specializes in traditional Italian Cuisine. Our menu reflects the culinary team’s passion for using only the freshest ingredients. Our Artisan pastas are made daily, our breads are baked fresh each morning, our seasonal desserts and candies are hand-made. Our soups are all from vegetarian stock and whenever possible our produce comes from local organic farmers. At Osteria del Pastaio we are pleased to bring you the highest quality ingredients in traditional, Italian cuisine.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Dessert
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 649-0055
Website
http://www.osteriadelpastaio.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
111 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611-2051
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
N Michigan Ave and Chestnut
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
66147146Red line
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

House Made Focaccia
served with today’s tapenade+
Formaggio
Selected Cheeses, Chef’s Choice+
Bruschetta Del Pastaio
Tomatoes, Cucumber, Mozzarella on Toasted Bread +
Sauteed Wild Mushrooms
Green Asparagus, Garlic, Parmesan, Extra Virgin Olive Oil+
Octopus Carpaccio
capers, sundried tomatoes
Fresh Maine Lobster Ceviche
Mango, Cilantro, Limes, Avocado
Calamari Fritti
Lightly Fried Calamari in Spicy Pomodoro Sauce
Sautéed Fresh Calamari & Jumbo Shrimp
White Wine Herb Sauce
Vitello Tonnato
thin sliced roasted veal, tuna sauce
Polpette Di Carne
Roasted Homemade Meat Balls, Light Tomato Sauce
Carpaccio*
Thin Sliced Beef tenderloin, Mustard, Ratatouille Francescana, Parmesan+
Prosciutto Di Parma Gran Riserva
24 mo aged Prosciutto of Parma, Burrata, Condiments

Insalate

House Salad
Mixed greens, cucumbers, cherry tomato, balsamic dressing+
Caesar Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Radicchio, Ricotta salata Cheese, Anchovy Dressing
Barbabietole E Burrata
Roasted Beets in Sea Salt, Imported Burrata, Lime Honey Vinaigrette+
Insalata Tricolore Dell Osteria
Arugula, Belgium Endive, Treviso, Gem lettuce, Parmesan reggiano, Lemon Oil Vinaigrette+
Fresh Heart of Palms
Avocado, Asparagus, Truffle vinaigrette+
Imported Creamy Burrata
Cherry Vine Tomatoes, Tomato Gaspacho, Basil Oil+
Caprese
Premium Beefsteak Tomatoes, Imported Mozzarella di Bufala, Balsamic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil+

Pasta

Penne Arrabbiata
Short Tube Penne Pasta, Mozzarella, Light Spicy Tomato Sauce
Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
Spaghetti, Pepper, Parmesan, Pecorino
Fettuccini Alfredo
Fettuccini Pasta, Creamy Parmesan Sauce
Rigatoni con Pesto
Short Tube Pasta, Basil, Garlic, Pecorino Cheese
Tortellini di Zucca
Stuffed Butternut Squash Pasta, Sage Butter
Agnolotti
Pasta filled with Osso Bucco, Spinach sauce, balsamic reduction
Bucatini Carbonara
Roman Pasta, Parmesan Reggiano, Guanciale, onions, Organic Egg
Spaghetti Bolognese Emilia
Classic Spaghetti, Earthy Angus Meat Sauce
Gnocchi con Ragu di Carne
Homemade Gnocchi, Braised Beef Short Rib in Own Juice
Pappardelle con Anatra
Duck Confit Ragout, Pappardelle Pasta
Ravioli d’Arragosta
Homemade Fresh Maine Lobster Ravioli, Saffron Sauce
Jumbo Sea Scallops
Linguini, Heirloom Tomatoes, Spinach, Wine-Herb Sauce
Linguini Vongole
Little Neck Clams, white wine sauce
Frutti di Mare
Black & White Pasta, Assorted fresh seafood, Light Tomato Sauce

Signature Dishes

Pecorini al Tartufo Nero
Orecchiette Pasta, Wild Mushrooms, Sweet Peas, Leeks, Rum, Shaved Fresh Black Truffles Served In Pecorino Cheese Wheel
Lobster Linguini
Fresh Maine Lobster
Osetra Sturgeon Caviar
Spaghetti, White Truffle sauce, chives

Risotto

Fresh Wild Mushrooms
Risotto, parmesan reggiano
Fresh Risotto of the Day

Secondi

Roasted Lamp Chops
Rosemary – Mustard sauce
Fish of the Day
Veal Scallopina
Sauteed with lemon caper white wine sauce
Filet Mignon
Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin, Black Truffle Sauce
Mille Foglie
Roasted Chicken stuffed with spinach, prosciutto, mozzarella, Wild Mushroom Sauce
Boullabaise
Traditional Provencal soup

Sides

Asparagus
Cauliflower or Broccoli
Mashed potatoes
Spinach
Small roasted potatoes
Brussel sprouts

What 1,190 people are saying

Osteria del Pastaio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Osteria del Pastaio offers "excellent authentic Italian food" with standout dishes like fresh homemade pasta and a divine cheese wheel truffle. Guests praise the "amazing service" and "great wine selection." While prices can be high and some note unexpected charges, the "impeccable service" and "unbelievable atmosphere" make it a memorable dining experience.

1,190 Reviews

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Belinda VIP
Las Vegas19 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was fantastic and the place was very cute. The food was pretty good. I really enjoyed my food but my husband didn’t care for his. He had the lobster bisque and he said it was over salted and watered down. He also had the steak and it was cooked well but under seasoned. I had the cheese wheel pasta and it was really good.
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Ellie
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal! Very authentic and delicious! The server was wonderful
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Eduardo
El Paso1 review
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Food service was excellent, the temperature in the restaurant was a bit hot, Needd to fix refrigeration
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P VIP
Chicago / Illinois22 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I’m giving it 1 star bc if you’re like me, you read the last few reviews or go straight to the 1’s. It’s rare that I give this designation to a restaurant, but it’s my hope if you go, you lower your service expectations. For me, service is EVERYTHING. We dine out weekly @ on par or nicer places bc we want to relax, have fun and be treated special. I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 15 yrs & never heard of it prior to 6 mos ago, but didn’t go bc of the 3.8 Yelp rating (now I know why). A tourist I ran into earlier in the day raved about the pasta in cheese wheel so we went. Here’s what I loved - the pasta with pecorini. Aka Pecorini Al Tartufo. A 10/10- not sure it was worth $48 ($63 w tax & tip) bc @ end of the day it’s pasta w cheese, but was by far the highlight of our meal. The lamb chops were good, not outstanding. Here’s why the 1 star. They’re pushy. I spent 5 yrs in the restaurant industry - there’s nothing I despise more than lack of transparency or upselling a customer in a pushy way. We dine out weekly & our checks over $200. I actually drank less bc I was so put off by our waiter “C.” When I asked for a wine rec, he immediately went to the most expensive one without offering mid tier options- ok, but then he was condescending when I asked him to recommend a glass under $17. He was also very rushed- nothing was calm or relaxed about his ability to do his job bc he had too many tables. The AC also wasn’t working well, so on top of being rushed, getting the hard upsell, we were hot. It’s also loud inside. I ignored bc I didn’t want his energy to ruin our night, but during the course of our meal, we ended up talking to tables on either side of us (about the pasta wheel dish) only to have them both share they hated the rude staff. Lastly, they’ll play the still or sparkling water game (without telling you there’s a charge or offering tap). The table next to me was fuming about that. I knew immediately that was their game, so I clarified tap. Just ick.
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Olesya
San Diego1 review
3.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Out of two dishes - one was amazing and the other terrible, as if two different chefs cooked it :/ I really wanted to like them, but not yet …
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Bryant VIP
London12 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was amazing! You will not be disappointed!
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Nicole VIP
Chicago / Illinois21 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my birthday and it was amazing. Irene was a great server and rolled with our loud group.
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john VIP
Chicago / Illinois15 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Although the food and service were very good, the prices for main courses here have gotten very high, including an extra charge for water and bread!
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Matthew VIP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great local, neighborhood place. Excellent service and the food was delicious.
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Dan
Chicago / Illinois31 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The setting is nice but the ambience is nothing special. In a good location if you're staying in one of the downtown hotels, which we were. The food is very good. I had the Rigatoni Con Pesto that was delicious and added the Fennel Sausage (which was over cooked). My wife had the Gnocchi Ragu Di Carne which she liked very much. Service was both prompt and attentive on this visit. The dessert of flourless chocolate cake and the profiteroles were average at best. I'd go again but it's not on my short list of places to choose from when in Chicago.
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FAQs

Osteria del Pastaio offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 649-0055.

Osteria del Pastaio is rated 4.5 stars by 1190 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

111 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611-2051

Additional information

Cross street
N Michigan Ave and Chestnut
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Dessert
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
66147146Red line
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.osteriadelpastaio.com/
Phone number
(312) 649-0055

Osteria del Pastaio

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Carpaccio

Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe

Bucatini Carbonara

Antipasti

House Made Focaccia

Formaggio

Bruschetta Del Pastaio

Sauteed Wild Mushrooms

Octopus Carpaccio

Fresh Maine Lobster Ceviche

Calamari Fritti

Sautéed Fresh Calamari & Jumbo Shrimp

Vitello Tonnato

Polpette Di Carne

Carpaccio*

Prosciutto Di Parma Gran Riserva

Insalate

House Salad

Caesar Salad

Barbabietole E Burrata

Insalata Tricolore Dell Osteria

Fresh Heart of Palms

Imported Creamy Burrata

Caprese

Pasta

Penne Arrabbiata

Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe

Fettuccini Alfredo

Rigatoni con Pesto

Tortellini di Zucca

Agnolotti

Bucatini Carbonara

Spaghetti Bolognese Emilia

Gnocchi con Ragu di Carne

Pappardelle con Anatra

Ravioli d’Arragosta

Jumbo Sea Scallops

Linguini Vongole

Frutti di Mare

Signature Dishes

Pecorini al Tartufo Nero

Lobster Linguini

Osetra Sturgeon Caviar

Risotto

Fresh Wild Mushrooms

Fresh Risotto of the Day

Secondi

Roasted Lamp Chops

Fish of the Day

Veal Scallopina

Filet Mignon

Mille Foglie

Boullabaise

Sides

Asparagus

Cauliflower or Broccoli

Mashed potatoes

Spinach

Small roasted potatoes

Brussel sprouts

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