Riccardo Osteria

Name: Riccardo Osteria
Address: 1023 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL, United States, 60607
Telephone: (312) 291-8620
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (835)

$31 to $50

Italian

1023 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Riccardo started his career at a very young age in Milan's prestigious GIRARROSTO which was family owned. Then, in 1982 he moved to the United States and he opened the famous Sonny Bono's in Los Angeles. In 1987 he started to work with his cousin Roberto Ruggeri (owner of Bice Ventures), with him he opened Bice New York, Los Angeles and many others around the world.

Here through the craftsmanship of an Italian food connoisseur, dishes are prepared with an almost zen-like essentiality that has shaped Riccardo's professional and existential life course.

In addition to its exceptional cuisine, Riccardo Osteria has a wonderful selection of wines to complement our dishes perfectly. Come join us at the Bar for a meal or just a glass of wine.

Highlights of the menu include Chicken Parmigiana, Mixed Grilled Seafood Plater, Bucatini Carbonara, Linguini Vongole, assorted Risotto and Veal Scallopine, and for dessert Classic Tiramisu

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Vegan, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Fri, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 291-8620
Website
http://www.riccardoosteria.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Riccardo Michi

Location
1023 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607
Neighborhood
West Loop
Cross street
N. Carpenter Street
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Green line
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

FRIED ARANCINI SICILIANI$16.00
Saffron rice balls filled with Bolognese
FAVA PECORINO E TARTUFO$18.00
Fava beans, truffle pecorino
POLPETTINE DI VITELLO$18.00
Veal and ricotta meatballs in puttanesca sauce
MOZZARELLA CAPRESE$24.00
Heirlooms tomatoes, olives, basil & E.V.O.O.
PEPPERED BEEF CARPACCIO$24.00
Arugula, avocado, hearts of palm, parmesan & lemon
BURRATA & PROSCIUTTO$24.00
Creamy mozzarella, 18 month aged prosciutto from Parma, truffle carpaccio
SASHIMI TUNA TARTARE$24.00
Cucumber carpaccio, avocado & crudité with lemon
FRITTURA DI MARE$26.00
fried shrimps & calamari lemon wedge and puttanesca sauce

INSALATE

CUORI DI LATTUGA ROMANA$14.00
Romaine hearts, croutons, parmesan, tuna dressing and anchovies
TRICOLORE & GOAT CHEESE$14.00
Endive, arugula, radicchio, aged balsamic with goat cheese
ARUGULA GRANA & CARCIOFI$16.00
baby arugula, artichokes, shaved parmesan with lemon dressing
VILLAGE$16.00
Heirloom tomato, feta cheese, olives & cucumber

PIZZACCIA ROMANA

ZUCCHINI CRESENZA & PARMIGIANO$18.00
+4 add prosciutto
MARGHERITA$18.00
Tomato, basil, mozzarella & oregano
DIAVOLA$20.00
Tomato, mozzarella, pepperoni & salami
FOTOMODELLA$24.00
Crescenza cheese prosciutto arugula & truffle oil

RISOTTO

RISOTTO OR SOUP OF THE DAY
MP
MILANESE CON POLPETTINE$30.00
Veal & ricotta meatballs, in Ossobuco
TARTUFATO AI PORCINI$34.00
Alpine porcini mushrooms, fontina & truffle oil

PASTA

TROFIE AL PESTO GENOVESE$24.00
garlic, basil, parmesan & pine nut pesto sauce
TAGLIATELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE$24.00
Beef, veal, & pork classic ragú
ORECCHIETTE AGLIO OLIO E RAPINI$24.00
Rapini in garlic, E.V.O.O, grape tomatoes & provolone
BUCATINI ALLA CARBONARA$28.00
guanciale, bacon, egg yolk, and Pecorino Romano
GNOCCHI ALLA BAVA$28.00
Speck ham, fontina in vodka pink sauce
RIGATONI BUTTERA$28.00
Italian sausage,green peas braised in wine & tomato cream sauce, sprinkle ricotta salata
TAGLIOLINI PAGLIA E FIENO$28.00
Prosciutto, green peas & parmesan cream sauce
TORTELLONI BURRO E SALVIA$30.00
Spinach & Ricotta filled Ravioli butter-sage sauce
LINGUINE W/ CLAMS IN WHITE SAUCE$30.00
VEAL RAVIOLI$30.00
Parmesan cream sauce
PAPPARDELLE ALLA FIORENTINA$36.00
Braised short ribs ragu tomato, porcini sauce
TAGLIOLINI BIANCHI E NERI$34.00
Scallops, shrimp, zucchini & heirlooms tomato sauce
LOBSTER FILLED RAVIOLI IN SAFFRON CREAM SAUCE$38.00
SPAGHETTI CHITARRA IN ZESTY PESCATORA$40.00

ENTRÉE

GRILLED CALAMARI & SALMORIGLIO FRENCH BEANS$26.00
GRILLED OCTOPUS GENOVESE$28.00
W/ pesto & crushed potatoes
PEPPERED AHI TUNA TAGLIATA$28.00
Shaved fennel, orange & arugula salad
BRANZINO FILLET PICCATA$30.00
White wine & lemon-capers sauce w/ spinach
GRILLED SEAFOOD PLATTER$38.00
Tune, scallops, prawns, octopus, calamari w/ tricolore
GRILLED CHICKEN PAILARD$28.00
Topped with molten butter-herbs over baby spinach & lemon
PORK LOIN SALTINBOCCA$28.00
Topped w/sage & prosciutto white wine sauce
CHICKEN MILANESE$30.00
Pan-fried top w/ arugula, grape tomato balsamic
VEAL SCALOPPINE PARMIGIANA$34.00
Topped with tomato & Parmesan au gratin w/ Tuscan fries
VEAL SCALOPPINE AL LIMONE$34.00
white wine, lemon & caper sauce served w/garlic spinach
14 OZ NEW YORK STEAK$44.00
Cognac & Dijon mustard sauce with Tuscan fries
16 OZ RACK OF LAMB AU JUS$48.00
Garlic rapini & Tuscan fries
16 OZ VEAL SHANK OSSOBUCO$48.00
Braised in wine & tomato sauce over saffron risotto
16 OZ VEAL CHOP MILANESE$56.00
Pan-fried top w/arugula, grape tomato & balsamic

SIDES

TUSCAN FRIES$9.00
BABY SPINACH OR RAPINI$12.00
Sautéed in garlic & chili flakes
ASPARAGUS PARMIGIANA$16.00
Sautéed in butter & parmesan

What 835 people are saying

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Riccardo Osteria offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service" and a "well chosen wine list." Guests enjoy "delicious gnocchi" and "amazing pasta," and the atmosphere is charming and cozy. While some found the space a bit cramped, the attentive staff and quality dishes make it a "highly recommended" neighborhood gem.

835 Reviews

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Ana
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The first time we went we enjoyed the experience. We liked cocktails and the waiter helped us a lot
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Luis
Unspecified1 review
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Gran atención del equipo, la pasta es muy buena, el resto de los platillos que probamos fueron buenos/ regulares.
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Samantha VIP
Chicago / Illinois7 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Had a truly terrible service. Everything from service to wine to food. There were 3 of us and they squeezed us at a 2 top in a corner. When we asked for a bigger table because we were going to be eating a lot and it was barely enough room for 2 let alone 3, the guy laughed and said no problem- we will course out your food. (They did not. The entire time we were struggling not to spill and switch out and combine plates). We then got 2 samples of wine, 1 was completely spoiled. We ordered the Amish chicken Milanese along with 2 pastas. Instead of putting in the chicken, they added grilled chicken to our pesto gnocchi. We then brought it up and re ordered the Amish chicken Milanese, even pointing to it on the menu. They proceed to bring out a grilled chicken breast with spinach on the side. When we brought it up again, they said that’s what we ordered. I proceeded to pull out the menu and ask where a grilled chicken breast and spinach was on the menu (it did not exist). Then they said they thought we ordered an old menu item (???). Both times when we talked to the manger on duty, he didn’t even speak. He nodded and would walk away. He never came back to check on us or even tell us , yes ok we put in the new/ correct food item. We had to flag him down every time. When we got the bill , the chicken was on the bill! (Not to mention an add on of chicken to a pasta is $28!) When we told him we weren’t paying for that, he rolled his eyes. I said, it took you 3x to get our food right, why would we pay for this? They finally took it off the bill, we tipped the server 20% (even though it was not deserved) We said thank you and asked what the managers name was. The server paused for literally 10 seconds and then said Manuel. We had a weird feeling he was lying so when we left, we asked the host. She said the managers name on duty was Mauricio. Completely insane. I will NEVER come back. There was not 1 thing that was good about this place.
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Ginger VIP
Chicago / Illinois46 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Delicious gnocchi—very large portion! Fava beans with truffle were a nice treat. Seafood platter and linguine with clams—excellent.
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Mark
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was very busy so I could see that our server was a bit overwhelmed. But all orders were taken correctly and food was served in a timely fashion and of appropriate temperature. I would consider that a compliment for our server. The table was very small for our group and more table space would have been appreciated.
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Tommy
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pasta and steak was really good! The wine was top tier.
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Ira VIP
Chicago / Illinois119 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charming, local spot with excellent food and service. It has a very well chosen wine list, with many unusual and excellent Italian wines by both the glass and the bottle. Warm and friendly staff!
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Gregory VIP
Philadelphia County40 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a wonderful neighborhood restaurant. The food was excellent, calamari was probably the best I have ever had, with a light crisp outer surface covering the perfectly cooked squid. Entree's were wonderful with most of the table getting pasta that was cooked al dente and wonderfully prepared. Service was excellent, with an effort to make sure we were completely satisfied. You must give this place a try, I would certainly go back.
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Aimee
Chicago / Illinois1 review
4.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice evening, the food was good, especially the pear pie. Our waitress was pleasant and made sure everything was fine in a discreet way, which we appreciated.
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Logan
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10/10 would recommend. One of the best Carbonara dishes I have ever had.
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Riccardo Osteria is rated 4.5 stars by 835 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

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

1023 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

Cross street
N. Carpenter Street
Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Fri, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Vegan, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Green line
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Riccardo Michi
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.riccardoosteria.com/
Phone number
(312) 291-8620

Riccardo Osteria

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About this restaurant

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BUCATINI ALLA CARBONARA

ARUGULA SALAD

MOZZARELLA CAPRESE

STARTER

FRIED ARANCINI SICILIANI$16.00

FAVA PECORINO E TARTUFO$18.00

POLPETTINE DI VITELLO$18.00

MOZZARELLA CAPRESE$24.00

PEPPERED BEEF CARPACCIO$24.00

BURRATA & PROSCIUTTO$24.00

SASHIMI TUNA TARTARE$24.00

FRITTURA DI MARE$26.00

INSALATE

CUORI DI LATTUGA ROMANA$14.00

TRICOLORE & GOAT CHEESE$14.00

ARUGULA GRANA & CARCIOFI$16.00

VILLAGE$16.00

PIZZACCIA ROMANA

ZUCCHINI CRESENZA & PARMIGIANO$18.00

MARGHERITA$18.00

DIAVOLA$20.00

FOTOMODELLA$24.00

RISOTTO

RISOTTO OR SOUP OF THE DAY

MILANESE CON POLPETTINE$30.00

TARTUFATO AI PORCINI$34.00

PASTA

TROFIE AL PESTO GENOVESE$24.00

TAGLIATELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE$24.00

ORECCHIETTE AGLIO OLIO E RAPINI$24.00

BUCATINI ALLA CARBONARA$28.00

GNOCCHI ALLA BAVA$28.00

RIGATONI BUTTERA$28.00

TAGLIOLINI PAGLIA E FIENO$28.00

TORTELLONI BURRO E SALVIA$30.00

LINGUINE W/ CLAMS IN WHITE SAUCE$30.00

VEAL RAVIOLI$30.00

PAPPARDELLE ALLA FIORENTINA$36.00

TAGLIOLINI BIANCHI E NERI$34.00

LOBSTER FILLED RAVIOLI IN SAFFRON CREAM SAUCE$38.00

SPAGHETTI CHITARRA IN ZESTY PESCATORA$40.00

ENTRÉE

GRILLED CALAMARI & SALMORIGLIO FRENCH BEANS$26.00

GRILLED OCTOPUS GENOVESE$28.00

PEPPERED AHI TUNA TAGLIATA$28.00

BRANZINO FILLET PICCATA$30.00

GRILLED SEAFOOD PLATTER$38.00

GRILLED CHICKEN PAILARD$28.00

PORK LOIN SALTINBOCCA$28.00

CHICKEN MILANESE$30.00

VEAL SCALOPPINE PARMIGIANA$34.00

VEAL SCALOPPINE AL LIMONE$34.00

14 OZ NEW YORK STEAK$44.00

16 OZ RACK OF LAMB AU JUS$48.00

16 OZ VEAL SHANK OSSOBUCO$48.00

16 OZ VEAL CHOP MILANESE$56.00

SIDES

TUSCAN FRIES$9.00

BABY SPINACH OR RAPINI$12.00

ASPARAGUS PARMIGIANA$16.00

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