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Riccardo Osteria, Chicago, IL

Riccardo Osteria

4.6
4.6
678 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
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.

Highlights of the menu include Lamb Shank, Mixed Grilled Seafood Plate, Bucatini Carbonara, Linguini Vongole, assorted Risotto and Veal Scallopine, and for dessert Torta de la Nonna, Pear Pie with Ice Cream, Chocolate Lava Cake.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 291-8620
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Riccardo Michi
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    N. Carpenter Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • 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

What 678 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

678 Reviews
  1. PaulT

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined today

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is an old favorite we hadn't been to recently. The menu has been expanded, which we appreciated, especially because some of the new items were innovative. The service struck the right balance of courtesy and friendliness. We won't wait so long next time.

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  2. Dezmond

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Atmosphere was great, staff was amazing! Would recommend

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  3. chevre

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had their lasagne special which was one of the best I ever had.. the noodles were thin and the sauce was delicious.. my husband loved his lamb shank and they accommodated my son with a bowl of pasta with butter.. just how he like a it. The place had a warm and relaxing atmosphere

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  4. FrankD

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A very nice place with tasty food, good portion size and a lively atmosphere! I will definitely be going back again.

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  5. Rushed

    Chicago

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    Great food, amazing menu with lots of wonderful options. Need more help.

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  6. AlexM

    Chicago

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, well-lit, and just the right ambiance. Will definitely return!

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  7. Helena

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite places in the city. Very cute and homey.

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  8. RachelS

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a great place for a dinner with clients and prospects. We felt like we got very attentive service and all the food was fantastic.

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  9. janayeats

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food (veal chop, mushroom risotto, chicken paillard and veal ragu pasta) was great and our waitress was fabulous. A good time was had by all.

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  10. IndustryVet

    Chicago

    97 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    97 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the beginning of the meal to the end, service, food quality, and ambiance was right there at the top for us.

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  11. ellenh

    Naples

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    lovely restaurant. music was too loud, so we asked the manager to turn it down and he did! We really appreciated it. Food was delicious and the server was great.

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  12. LinaV

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Arrived 45 min late and yet they were able to get us in and out so we weren’t late for our show at United Center! Great food and service.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff is very attentive and professional. Food is phenomenal and ambience is nice. Great experience.

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  14. mulvi

    Chicago

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great. Gnocchi was the best I’ve ever had as was the Tiramisu.

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  15. JLuzin

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second time dining here and the food, drinks and service were excellent again.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service. Squash blossoms were outstanding.

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  17. NYC2013

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful time and all of the food was perfection. The manager was very attentive. The cocktails could improve and I recommend you look into ice molds for your old fashioned.

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  18. phil

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    this restaurant never misses The food is always authentic Italian . Whole branzino was seasoned perfectly pasta is fresh homemade with delicious sauce Great wine list

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  19. TeresaT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food and service were excellent! I broiught a client, and they were very pleased.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Classic and original Italian cuisine. I couldn’t find a better place!

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  21. Michael

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Prices high for the quality of food and ambiance. Was loud, crowded

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  22. RScherer

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    The appetizers were delicious, we had the Tuna Tatare, the eggplant parmigiana and the Burrata. My daughters gnocci were delicious, my muscles were just so so, the sauce needed maybe more garlic or seasoning and it only came with two dinky rounds of bread, they did. bring out extra bread when I requested it. My husband has the carbonara and it was just OK. I don't think we would return as the food was just OK but with the price, I would have expected a lot better.

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  23. Sergey

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Brought a group of 15 for team dinner. The staff was super accommodating for everything from moving the reservation time around to seating and also things that were no longer on the menu but someone wanted. Felt bad for other guests around us and the noise level we created. Good value for the money. Coming back in the near future for sure.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Prices for certain things were absurd and service was lackluster.

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  25. GregW

    Calgary

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Dinner experience was excellent - food was great, service was excellent and atmosphere was relaxed and casual. Our waiter was very helpful in answering questions about the menu and suggesting choices. There was five of us and everyone enjoyed their entrees. Would definitely go back.

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  26. LourdesA

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience3
    Waited over 30 mins for appetizer- calamari only. Entrees were even more behind after that. Had to pack up food to go because the wait was too long.

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  27. SinoUme

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I know it was a nice evening, so they had the sliding doors opened. Because the restaurant is so close to the Blue Line, it Iwas a bit loud everytime an 'L" train comes by.

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  28. lexn

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Classic Italian eats done right ! Friday at 6pm was moderate and didn’t pick up until about 7-8pm. Will most definitely come back.

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  29. JLuzin

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we ate here was excellent, starting with the bread basket provided before ordering!! I am not sure why we haven’t visited before but this place will be a staple going forward. We have been to many Italian restaurants in Chicago and Riccardo Osteria may very well have the best, most authentic food. Cannot wait to try more menu items! Service was great also, our server was friendly and offered suggestions, checked in with us appropriately.

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  30. SaraK

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Food was ok. Service was ok. Chairs were uncomfortable. Lots of noise from L. Nothing special. Nothing objectionable.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had an amazing time celebrating my birthday! Emmanuel worked with me to plan a 4 course menu which my guests and I enjoyed so much :)))

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  32. megreeneil

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this place, the truffle risotto is amazing.

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  33. OliviaS

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat outside on the patio and it was very cozy. Great drink selection and food was really good. Got the stuffed gnocchi and rigatoni and both were delicious. As well as the peppered beef appetizer. Will be coming back.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Great food and good service for a good price.

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  35. Monique

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We came to Riccardo Osteria for our Bachelorette weekend dinner. Everyone at the restaurant was easy to work with and accommodating. They were able to seat our party of 9 with ease. Our waitress provided recommendations on how and what to order based on our party size. Affordable prices & really good food. Indoor and outdoor seating with open windows throughout made for great ambiance and breeze.

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  36. JosephP

    Charleston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the veal Parmesan and chicken Parmesan. Portions were large and the crust/breading was really outstanding. We had the Caprese with the heirloom tomatoes. Carpaccio Was well proportioned and also excellent. Wine by the glass seem to be over priced.

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  37. Lori

    Chicago

    44 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    I’ve been a regular at Riccardo Enoteca, for the past 18+ years… so I was very surprised to experience such poor quality of food and service here… I would never go back. Fava beans were over cooked and there was no truffle anything The wild mushroom risotto was cold and basically like oatmeal mush, the Tortelloni was bland and dry and definitely was not homemade The service was almost non existent— no one even asked us how the food was, no one refilled our water and the noise level was crazy, impossible to have a conversation $150+ for dinner for two - never going back here

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  38. GabrielleW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great first visit! Can't wait to return. The branzino, short rib pasta and clam pasta were delicious!

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  39. LynneS

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great neighborhood dining with Italian staples and a very attentive staff. Will return!

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  40. Jack57

    London

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Un menù vasto con molte opzioni. Buona la pinsa e il servizio attento.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Riccardo Osteria is rated 4.6 stars by 678 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Riccardo Osteria

1023 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N. Carpenter Street
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • 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
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