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: 4.6

4.6

678 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

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
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
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

Popular dishes

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

PIZZACCIA ROMANA

MARGHERITA$18.00
Tomato, basil, mozzarella & oregano
CALABRESE PICCANTE$20.00
Tomato, mozzarella & spicy pepperoni
FOCACCINA DI RECCO$24.00
Crescenza cheese prosciutto arugula & truffle oil

RISOTTO

ZAFFERANO ALLA MILANESE$30.00
Top w/ Veal & ricotta meatballs in ossobuco sauce
TARTUFATO AI PORCINI$34.00
Alpine porcini mushrooms, fontina & truffle oil

PASTA

TROFIE AL PESTO GENOVESE$22.00
garlic, basil, parmesan & pine nut pesto sauce
TAGLIATELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE$24.00
Beef, veal, & pork classic ragú
ASIAGO CHEESE STUFFED GNOCCHI VODKA$24.00
Vodka tomato pink sauce
BUCATINI ALLA CARBONARA$22.00
guanciale, bacon, egg yolk, and Pecorino Romano
TAGLIOLINI PAGLIA FIENO AU GRATIN$22.00
prosciutto peas parmesan cream sauce
RIGATONI BUTTERA$24.00
Italian sausage,green peas braised in wine & tomato cream sauce, sprinkle ricotta salata
TORTELLONI DI RICOTTA E SPINACI$24.00
ricotta parmesan and spinach filled ravioloni in a golden butter sage sauce
LINGUINE ALLE VONGOLE$28.00
garlic EVOO, clams, grape tomato, white wine
PAPPARDELLE ALLA FIORENTINA$30.00
braised short ribs ragu tomato, porcini sauce
PENNE SCAMPI ALL' IMPERIALE$34.00
Whole langoustines and scampi meat in spicy cognac lobster bisque & tomato pink sauce

ANTIPASTI

VITELLO TONNATO$14.00
Poached veal sliced thin and tuna caper sauce
BUFFALO MOZZARELLA CAPRESE$18.00
heirloom tomato, basil, and buffalo fresh mozzarella
CARPACCIO DI BRESAOLA OLIO LIMONE E PEPE$14.00
cured beef arucola shaved grana lemon vinaigrette
BURRATA & PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA$20.00
Creamy mozzarella, 18 month aged prosciutto from Parma, truffle carpaccio
PEPPERED BEEF CARPACCIO$20.00
avocados arugula palmito shaved parmesan lemon vinaigrette.
FRIED ARANCINI SICILIANI$12.00
Saffron rice balls filled with Bolognese
EGGPLANT AND ZUCCHINI PARMIGIANA$16.00
POLPETTINE PUTTANESCA$14.00
Veal and ricotta meatballs
FAVA E PECORINO TARTUFATI$18.00
Fava beans, truffle pecorino
* FRITTURA DI MARE$26.00
fried shrimps & calamari lemon wedge and puttanesca sauce

CARNE

AMISH CHICKEN MILANESE$28.00
Pan fried top w/ arugula grape tomato balsamic
GRILLED CHICKEN PAILARD$26.00
pounded & grilled top w/ herbs butter over baby spinach
PORK LOIN SALTINBOCCA ROMANA$26.00
top w/ prosciutto sage white wine sauce served w/ tuscan fries
VEAL PICCATA AL LIMONE$32.00
white wine & lemon-capers sauce over asparagus
VEAL SCALOPPINE PARMIGIANA$34.00
breaded pan-fried top w/ tomato mozzarella & parmesan au gratin.
VEAL SCALOPPINE VALDOSTANA
Top w/ fontina speck & alpine porcini marsala wine sauceTuscan fries
LAMB SHANK AL CHIANTI$28.00
braised in Chianti sauce over risotto Parmigiana
12 OZ RIBEYE STEAK ALLA MOSTARDA$38.00
peppered steak, cognac Dijon mustard cream sauce Tuscan fries
* 16 OZ VEAL CHOP EMILIANA$64.00
pan fried top w. prosciutto fontina golden butter & sage
16 OZ ROAST VEAL CHOP AU JUS$54.00
served w/ garlic spinach & fries.
16 OZ VEAL CHOP MILANESE$56.00
breaded pan-fried top w/arugula grape tomato gaged balsamic dressing.
16 OZ VEAL CHOP EMILIANA FOR THE TABLE$64.00
breaded pan-fried top w/ prosciutto fontina au gratin sprinkle w/ golden butter-sage sauce

PESCE

SCOPPIATA DI COZZE$18.00
mussels POT in a white wine & spicy tomato broth garlic crostini
GRILLED CALAMARI$26.00
salmoriglio sauce lemon wedge tricolor salad
GRILLED TENDERIZED OCTOPUS$28.00
Crushed potato and basil pesto Genovese
* FAROE ISLAND SALMON$30.00
grilled to perfection salmoriglio sauce, garlic spinach
* BRANZINO FILET PICCATA$30.00
white wine lemon and caper sauce asparagus
MIX GRILLED SEAFOOD PLATTER$38.00
tuna octopus calamari sea scallops' prawns over tricolor salad

SIDES

TUSCAN FRIES$9.00
GARLIC HARICOT VERT$12.00
french beans in garlic & E.V.O.Oil
RAPINI OR SPINACH$12.00
garlic chili flakes & Extra Virgin olive oil
ASPARAGUS PARMIGIANA$16.00
sauteed in butter & parmesan

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

678 Reviews

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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OT
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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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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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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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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OT
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

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

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

Riccardo Osteria

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Additional information

Tiramisu

12 Gnocchi

Tuna Tartare

INSALATE

CUORI DI LATTUGA ROMANA$14.00

TRICOLORE & BAKED GOAT CHEESE$14.00

ARUGULA GRANA & CARCIOFI$14.00

VILLAGE$16.00

PIZZACCIA ROMANA

MARGHERITA$18.00

CALABRESE PICCANTE$20.00

FOCACCINA DI RECCO$24.00

RISOTTO

ZAFFERANO ALLA MILANESE$30.00

TARTUFATO AI PORCINI$34.00

PASTA

TROFIE AL PESTO GENOVESE$22.00

TAGLIATELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE$24.00

ASIAGO CHEESE STUFFED GNOCCHI VODKA$24.00

BUCATINI ALLA CARBONARA$22.00

TAGLIOLINI PAGLIA FIENO AU GRATIN$22.00

RIGATONI BUTTERA$24.00

TORTELLONI DI RICOTTA E SPINACI$24.00

LINGUINE ALLE VONGOLE$28.00

PAPPARDELLE ALLA FIORENTINA$30.00

PENNE SCAMPI ALL' IMPERIALE$34.00

ANTIPASTI

VITELLO TONNATO$14.00

BUFFALO MOZZARELLA CAPRESE$18.00

CARPACCIO DI BRESAOLA OLIO LIMONE E PEPE$14.00

BURRATA & PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA$20.00

PEPPERED BEEF CARPACCIO$20.00

FRIED ARANCINI SICILIANI$12.00

EGGPLANT AND ZUCCHINI PARMIGIANA$16.00

POLPETTINE PUTTANESCA$14.00

FAVA E PECORINO TARTUFATI$18.00

* FRITTURA DI MARE$26.00

CARNE

AMISH CHICKEN MILANESE$28.00

GRILLED CHICKEN PAILARD$26.00

PORK LOIN SALTINBOCCA ROMANA$26.00

VEAL PICCATA AL LIMONE$32.00

VEAL SCALOPPINE PARMIGIANA$34.00

VEAL SCALOPPINE VALDOSTANA

LAMB SHANK AL CHIANTI$28.00

12 OZ RIBEYE STEAK ALLA MOSTARDA$38.00

* 16 OZ VEAL CHOP EMILIANA$64.00

16 OZ ROAST VEAL CHOP AU JUS$54.00

16 OZ VEAL CHOP MILANESE$56.00

16 OZ VEAL CHOP EMILIANA FOR THE TABLE$64.00

PESCE

SCOPPIATA DI COZZE$18.00

GRILLED CALAMARI$26.00

GRILLED TENDERIZED OCTOPUS$28.00

* FAROE ISLAND SALMON$30.00

* BRANZINO FILET PICCATA$30.00

MIX GRILLED SEAFOOD PLATTER$38.00

SIDES

TUSCAN FRIES$9.00

GARLIC HARICOT VERT$12.00

RAPINI OR SPINACH$12.00

ASPARAGUS PARMIGIANA$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

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