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Passero, Arlington Heights, IL

Passero

4.5 (1026)
$30 and under
Contemporary Italian
3 S Evergreen Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Passero is a trattoria-inspired American restaurant located in downtown Arlington Heights. It is the collaboration of Italian-American heritage over many generations and the culinary interpretations of Chef Matt Peota. By sourcing ingredients from the surrounding areas the dishes also reflect the seasonality of the Midwest.

Passero translates to “sparrow” in Italian, and like the sparrow this neighborhood eatery symbolizes joy, creativity and hard work. Passero serves as a reminder that busy hands and minds promote a happy and full life.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Matt Peota
  • Private party facilities
    Inquire with us today to book your next memorable event!events@eatpassero.com
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington Heights
  • Cross street
    Campbell and Evergreen
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Bourbon Barrel Dinner

    $110.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 14, 2025 only
    6:30 PM
    Give the gift of fire, flavor, and fine spirits. Join us for an exclusive 5-course live fire dinner, paired with some of our favorite and rare bourbons. A one-night experience designed for the dads who appreciate great food and even better whiskey.
    Bourbon Barrel Dinner Photo
  • Indoor Reservation

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for an indoor reservation and try some of Chef Matt’s seasonal dishes crafted with ingredients from local farms. Please note that indoor reservations cannot be transferred to outdoor reservations. A credit card is required for parties of 5 or more. We request a minimum 48-hour notice for any cancellations. No-shows or cancellations within less than 48 hours will be charged $5 per person using the credit card on file. If you are running late, please call us. We cannot guarantee reservations for arrivals past 15 minutes of the reservation time. We look forward to seeing you!
  • Patio Reservation

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for an outdoor reservation and try some of Chef Matt’s seasonal dishes crafted with ingredients from local farms. Please note that outdoor reservations cannot be transferred to indoor reservations. We are not able to accommodate parties over 5 in our Patio. We request a minimum 48-hour notice for any cancellations. Please dress accordingly. In case of inclement weather while dining, we will provide food to go. We cannot guarantee indoor seating, and umbrellas and heaters are not available at the moment. If you are running late, please call us. We cannot guarantee reservations for arrivals past 15 minutes of the reservation time. We look forward to seeing you!

What 1,026 people are saying

Passero 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Passero delights with its "fresh gnocchi," diverse menu, and "fantastic service," offering a lively atmosphere perfect for gatherings. Diners praise the "delicious wood-burning pizza" and "pistachio-crusted halibut." While prices can be high and occasionally service inconsistent, the overall experience is "always a great experience" with consistently "great food and service."
1,026 Reviews
  1. Taylor VIP

    Chicago / Illinois22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food was great! Prices of food and drinks are quite high for a suburban restaurant. Expect city prices. They used to have a happy hour but not anymore.

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  2. Bruce VIP

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food… The appetizers were good, the bread was fresh, the pasta tasted wonderful and freshly made in the fish was perfect perfectly seasoned. Very noisy families with children unfortunately we’re sitting near us

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  3. Barbara VIP

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious wood burning pizza and great squid. Great service and our waiter, Joe, realized our initial seating was in an unfavorable place so asked if we wanted to be moved to a better location. So attentive service. Drinks were good as well. Prices are kind of high. Busy and fun location.

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  4. Maribeth VIP

    Chicago / Illinois9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been to Passero twice and cannot wait to return. The menu is interesting, diverse, and fun! My husband had the gnocchi and ordered another portion because he loved it and it was not a huge portion. I noticed other pasta dishes and they were plentiful. They make the gnocchi fresh daily, so maybe they ration it! I had the pistachio crusted halibut with was amazing! Service was fantastic!

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  5. Richard

    Chicago / Illinois17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Passero continues to deliver high-quality food and excellent service.

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  6. Sara VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant and go there frequently, but they were a mess last night. We were seated for 11 full minutes before we even got water and then I had to ask for it at that point. Our waitress filled our water up about 2 ounces and told us that they were low on water jugs and walked away. It took another 10 minutes to get our drinks and our appetizer, and when they arrived, we had no silverware and couldn’t get anyone’s attention to get us silverware. The food was delicious as always, but the service was terrible. It’s usually not like this at Passero! Very disappointing!

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  7. Mark

    Chicago / Illinois54 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was good place and I hope to dine there again the next time I'm in the Northwest suburbs...

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  8. Chris

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It seems like the food quality has slipped a bit and the prices have gone up.

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  9. Jennifer

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is always good but my carbonera was a little salty this time. I wish they’d turn down the music a bit. Yes, I sound old!

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  10. Chelsea VIP

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious! The staff is friendly, the food is hot, delicious and fast! This restaurant is a staple for our girls nights. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!

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FAQs

Passero offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (224) 857-8900.

Passero is rated 4.5 stars by 1026 OpenTable diners.

Passero does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Northwest Suburbs
  5. Arlington Heights

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Passero

3 S Evergreen Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Campbell and Evergreen
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington Heights
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matt Peota
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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