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Riccardo Trattoria, Chicago, IL

Riccardo Trattoria

4.8 (2877)
$30 and under
Italian
2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Riccardo started his career at a very young age in Milan's prestigious "GIRARROSTO" 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, with him he opened Bice New York, Los Angeles and many others around the world.

Together with his wife (and sous chef), Veronica, and his cousin (and hostess), Barbara, he decided to continue his gastronomic artistry and creativity in his restaurant named after himself "Riccardo Trattoria."

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. Some highlights of the menu are Veal Chop Milanese, Veal Shank Osso Bucco, Pappardelle with Short Rib Ragu, various classic Rissotto preparations, and for dessert options like Panna Cotta, Homemade Tiramisu and Tuscan Ricotta Cheesecake round out the menu.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 549-0038
  • Website
    http://www.riccardotrattoria.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Riccardo Michi
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross street
    Clark and Webster
  • Parking details
    Valet parking not available
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

  • Happy Hour menu 4PM-6PM Sunday - Saturday

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us Sunday - Saturday from 4:00-6:00 pm for half-priced cocktails and wine Not offered on Mother's Day or other holiday weekends.

Menu

Riccardo Trattoria's menu was last updated on 5/1/2025.

ANTIPASTI

SPEDIAL OF THE DAY

  • BREASOLA OLIO E LIMONE$18.00

    CURED BEEF CARPACCIO MICRO ARUGULA ARTICHOKE PARMESAN

    • VITELLO TONNATO$18.00

      POEACH VEAL IN TUNA CAPERS SAUCE

      • SCAMORZA GRIGLIATA$16.00

        Smoked mozzarella w/ grilled veggies

        • PROSCIUTTO E MELON$24.00

          24 MONTHS AGED PROSCIUTTO SWEET HONEY DEW MELON

          ZUPPA

          SOUP OF THE DAY

          • MINESTRONE GENOVESE$14.00

            VEGETABLES & RICE SOUP TOPW/PESTO

            PASTA E RISOTTO

            SPECIAL OF THE DAY

            • RISOTTO MATI E MONTI$38.00

              6 OZ LOBSTER TAIL SCAMPI MEAT ALPINE PORCINI

              • LASAGNA BOLOGNESE$28.00

                LAYERED W/ BECHAMEL, MEAT SAUCE, PARMESAN AU GRATIN

                • ASIAGO STUFFED GNOCCHI TARTUFATI$38.00

                  BUTTER PARMESAN & 5 GR SHAVED UMBRIA TRUFFLE

                  • PAPPARDELLE CACCIATORA$28.00

                    DUCK OLIVES & PORCINI RAGU

                    • PACCHERI ALLA AMATRICIANA$28.00

                      RED ONION, PANCETTA, SPICY TOMATO SAUCE AND PECORINO

                      CARNE E PESCE

                      MEAT & FISH SPECIAL OF THE DAY

                      • 6 OZ BEEF FILET GORGONZOLA$34.00

                        ROAST AU JUS ITALIAN BLUE CHEESE & PORCINI, TUSCAN FRIES

                        • LAMB CHOP MILANESE$38.00

                          BREADED WITH ARUGULA GRAPE TOMATO BALSAMIC

                          • RABBIT LOIN SALTINBOCCA$34.00

                            TOP W/ SAGE, PROSCIUTTO & WHITE WINE SAUCE, TUSCAN FRIES

                            • HALIBUT PESCATORA$36.00

                              CALAMARI MUSSELS CLAMS & SPICY TOMATO SAUCE

                              • ROASTED WHOLE BRANZINO$40.00

                                SALMORIGLIO & LEMON SERVED W/ HARICOT VERT

                                • SASHIMI PEPPERED TUNA TAGLIATA$34.00

                                  SLICED RAE ARUGULA RED ONIONS CANNELLINI BEANS

                                  DOLCI SPECIALI

                                  DESSERT OF THE DAY

                                  • TORTA DI PERE$14.00

                                    PEAR TART W/ VANILLA ICE CREAM

                                    Last updated: May 1, 2025

                                    What 2,877 people are saying

                                    Riccardo Trattoria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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                                    4.8
                                    4.8 based on recent ratings
                                    • 4.7Food
                                    • 4.8Service
                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                    • 4.5Value

                                    Noise • Moderate

                                    Review summary

                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                    Riccardo Trattoria offers a delightful Italian dining experience in Lincoln Park. Guests praise the "excellent food and service," highlighting authentic flavors and a "great value" for the cost. The restaurant's charming ambiance and attentive staff make it a "neighborhood gem." Patrons commend its extensive menu, particularly the fresh pasta and delicious wine pairings.

                                    2,877 Reviews

                                    1. Terry VIP

                                      San Francisco11 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Upscale Italian restaurant in Lincoln Park area, with excellent service, ambiance, and value. The Dover sole and the Branzino fish dishes were perfectly prepared. The $35 corkage fee was ridiculous but not much one could do about it. Overall, it was well worth the visit.

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                                    2. Stanley VIP

                                      Chicago75 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Great food and attentive service. Brenda in particular thrives to make everyone happy

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                                    3. Aleks VIP

                                      Chicago12 reviews

                                      3.0

                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                      1. Overall 3
                                      2. Food 3
                                      3. Service 3
                                      4. Ambience 3
                                      it was a quick stop, good gnocchi in vodka sauce and the wine was good

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                                    4. Pedro VIP

                                      Portland5 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 4
                                      3. Service 4
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Excellent food and service. Reasonable prices. Highly recommend.

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                                    5. Scotr

                                      Caribbean1 review

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on April 19, 2025

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 4
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Very cute place. The food was amazing. Service was pretty darn good. We will go back for sure.

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                                    6. Patrick VIP

                                      Chicago57 reviews

                                      4.0

                                      Dined on April 13, 2025

                                      1. Overall 4
                                      2. Food 4
                                      3. Service 4
                                      4. Ambience 4
                                      The food was well prepared. Service was attentive but not overbearing. Observation not criticism while Ricardo’s and other restaurants are more conscious of patron’s dietary restrictions and very accommodating there are now more gluten free pastas than penne. Barilla makes gluten free spaghetti and linguine. Both readily available at every grocery store carrying this brand. My wife’s meal of cacio de Pepe would have been more enjoyable if served with a more appropriate pasta. Regardless, our dinner was delicious. We’ll be back.

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                                    7. sal VIP

                                      London31 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on April 13, 2025

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Excellent as always. Great food and service. True gem in Lincoln Park.

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                                    8. Kathy

                                      Chicago2 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on April 7, 2025

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      It was our first time here. The service was great, and so was the food. I'd come back!!

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                                    9. Helen VIP

                                      Chicago26 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on March 31, 2025

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      The food here is always excellent and the service is very professional. The recommended red wine was a perfect complement to the food.

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                                    10. Linda K VIP

                                      Chicago12 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      Dined on March 28, 2025

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Lovely dinner outside, with attentive and helpful service

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                                    FAQs

                                    Riccardo Trattoria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 549-0038.

                                    Riccardo Trattoria is rated 4.8 stars by 2877 OpenTable diners.

                                    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. Chicago
                                    5. Lincoln Park

                                    Make a reservation

                                    2 people
                                    7:00 PM
                                    Booked 39 times today
                                    Google Map for Riccardo Trattoria

                                    2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

                                    Dining areas

                                    Additional information

                                    • Cross street
                                      Clark and Webster
                                    • Neighborhood
                                      Lincoln Park
                                    • Hours of operation
                                      Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                    • Price
                                      $30 and under
                                    • Cuisines
                                      Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
                                    • Dining style
                                      Casual Dining
                                    • Dress code
                                      Business Casual
                                    • Parking details
                                      Valet parking not available
                                    • Payment options
                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                    • Executive chef
                                      Riccardo Michi
                                    • Additional
                                      Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                    • Delivery & takeout
                                      Order direct

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