Monteverde

Name: Monteverde
Address: 1020 W. Madison, Chicago, IL, United States, 60607
Telephone: (312) 888-3041
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

839 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Monteverde is an Italian restaurant that blends the traditions of Italian culture and cooking with influences from Chef Sarah Grueneberg’s trips around the world, as well as her family heritage. Cooking with a traditional heart and a modern hand, Monteverde offers food that is soulful, surprising and filled with storytelling.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday - Friday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm, Saturday 11:30am-10:30pm (limited menu from 3pm-4pm), Sunday: 11:30am-9pm (limited menu from 3pm-4pm)
Phone number
(312) 888-3041
Website
http://monteverdechicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sarah Grueneberg

Location
1020 W. Madison, Chicago, IL 60607
Neighborhood
West Loop
Cross street
Carpenter
Parking details
Valet and street parking available.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine

What 839 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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839 Reviews

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Scans
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Reviewed on March 20, 2019
overall5foodserviceambience
Excellent food and service. A strong new entry in the Chicago food scene
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JosephC
Chicago
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience5
Overall, a lovely culinary experience. I look forward to going back. I had high expectations for Monteverde, which were met. By far the highlight of the meal was the pasta per la tavola (Ragu alla Napoletana), which featured outstandingly crafted homemade pasta and an exquisitely prepared pork shank. The meatballs, additionally, were fantastic, surpassed in my opinion ONLY by those of Fabio Vivani at Siena Tavern in River North. A little disappointing: The above dish, while a standout overall, was just on the negative side of the salt dividing line (for me). The Octopus Spiedino was a little mushy, and the Summer Vegetable Caesar salad was far enough from a traditional Caesar that my perception of it was confused by the nomenclature used. Pleasantly surprising: Our friendly, attentive server offered a really brilliant, reasonably priced wine suggestion, and the individual among us who ordered a cocktail absolutely loved it. Additionally, a very appreciated touch, noted on the menu, is that several of the dishes currently contribute to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts, a very benevolent nod from the immensely talented Chef Grueneberg.
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Willy
Chicago
24 reviews
vip
3.0
24 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2017
overall3food3service2ambience4
The question is that when you dine, do you like a restaurant that allows the chef to demonstrate her skills and creativity or prefer a place that caters to your taste and needs. Monteverdi shows off the skills of the owner and chef in presenting new twists to traditional Italian creations and totally new concepts. We first ordered a snack of prosciutto, butter, and radish. This consisted on a half of slice of rye plus the above ingredients. Nothing to right home about. We ordered three small plates consisting of an egg yolk raviolo, a gnochetti with pesto, and a cacio whey pepe. The pesto was fabulous but the pasta tasted more like cremettes that the light fluffy variety than we are familiar . The egg yoke was cold and not very pleasant on the palette . The spaghetti like cachio was good. Slightly spicy but very tasty and served hot. The raspberry sorbet was perfect. Great flavor and perfect temperature. The problem is that when we asked for a slight modification in some dishes because of allergic problems the staff was totally out of making any changes. The chef makes it that way and we don't make any changes to adjust to you problems was the message. Take or leave it. Many other restaurants in that same area with even more prestigious chefs always try their best to make the customer happy. With that many fine choices in that area, we will choose others in the future.
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cml13
Chicago
31 reviews
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2017
overall3food5service5ambience3
Had a great meal. It was our second time there. We loved the food, but we were overwhelmed by how loud the restaurant was. While the food was outstanding, I'm not sure that I'd want to spend this kind of money there again.
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AndParkBro
Chicago
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
From the beginning to the end dining at Monteverde was an amazing and exceptional experience. Our server Rose was beyond helpful and helped to guide us through the entire dining process. I had been looking forward to dining here for months and it did not disappoint. This was one of the top dining experiences I have ever had.
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urbankitchenblog
Chicago
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2017
overall3food4service3ambience1
Went based on great hype for our anniversary. It was so loud and fast paced that we really couldn't relax and enjoy anything. The plates were very small and the servers quick explanations weren't helpful suggestions, as we were left unsatisfied with what was ordered ( 2 apps/ small plates, 3 pastas) they were busy and rushed and we had to shout to hear each other. The food itself was good, nice flavors and cooked properly. We had no desire to relax and get a bottle of wine, and actually couldn't wait to get the check and go get more food somewhere else. I was disappointed overall.
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dine4fun
Indiana
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server was wonderful with his recommendations which turned out to be really good.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our top meals this year. Outstanding in all ways.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was Amazing and staff was attentive! Will definitely be back next time I'm in Chicago.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always incredible! Never disappoints! We love coming to Monteverde.
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JMS91
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding and our server, Rose, could not have been nicer or more helpful. Thoroughly enjoyed dinner, well worth the price and wait for a reservation.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ordered 4 dishes and there's no way that I could pick a favorite. Also, don't skip dessert. The desserts are equally as good as the pastas and probably deserve more recognition.
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Denise
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
We had a wonderful meal. Each dish was beautifully prepared and unique. Our server was informative. Our last entree,,Ragu, took quite awhile to come out. Our server did let us know why, as many orders of the Ragu were being prepared at once. A second outstanding meal with you. We will be back.
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DeniseP
Chicago
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing place, delicious food, great atmosphere
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Jsly900
Chicago
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food, service and atmosphere. Stephanie guided us through the menu with ease, provided some phenomenal dish recommendations and great wine pairing options. Monteverde lived up to the hype and then some...an absolute must-try!
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was delicious and the service exceptional. A busy spot and rather noisy, both of which can be overlooked given the high quality of the food and service.
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Larry
Charlotte
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Worth the wait, its a little noisy but by 9:30 ish begins to quiet down. Food was proportioned well, each dish brought its own taste/ flavor, not your typical heavey Italian cuisine. Would absolutely go back .
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KarenP
Chicago
32 reviews
vip
3.0
32 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2017
overall3food5service3ambience2
Very very noisy and even the waiter couldn't hear and make mistakes because of this tho food is fabulous!!!!
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Sarah
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious, expert service and fairly relaxed atmosphere given the neighborhood.
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JulieC
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience5
I had requested a birthday candle to be put in my husband's dessert, via open table, but my request was not met. No mention was made of his birthday. To make matters worse, it was a man's birthday who was seated next to my husband and his dessert arrived with a lit birthday candle.
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MichelleA
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2017
overall4food4service3ambience3
Food was fresh and pretty tasty - dishes were up and down....some were great, others were tasteless. Service is uninterested in being there and are dependent on the food quality rather than good service. Overrated for what it is....food is decent if you order the right things. Drinks were sub-par, expected more from previous reviews.
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MM527
Chicago
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my niece for lunch to pregame for Cirque du Soleil. The staff were attentive and the meal was delicious. She wants to eat at Monteverde again.
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JamesH
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal that is well worth it. My only critique is the pasta was a little over salted and trust me I do like salt. The hostess was very accommodating and seated us at a table instead of the bar stools as we were initially seated. I would definitely go there again. The restaurant is quite noisy so this is not the place for an intimate dinner given the open floor plan. But for most places , noise seems to be the norm.
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Alyss
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2017
overall2food5service2ambience3
So we have been to monteverde many times and usually love it. This time, after we sat and ordered it took nearly 45 minutes for our salad to get put down at our table. It was a late reservation so we were really hungry. The restaurant was busy but our server did not mention once that the food was coming and didn't say a word about the wait. He also didn't ask us if it was our first time dining and did not go over the menu with us at all. The food here is still outstanding but the service was a bummer.
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Lauralbf
Chicago
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. Great pasta dishes with unique flavors that you won't find at your typical Italian restaurant. I will definitely be back!
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JJNY
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience3
For a relatively new restaurant it is traditional Italian. We expected to see a contemporary Italian take off. Presentation lacked appeal. Great drinks!
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Slacks
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Yet another beautiful meal from start to finish. Cocktails were fantastic too. The service staff clearly enjoy their jobs which says a LOT about a restaurant. The cacio whey pepe is always a favorite and that prosciutto butter is so good I'm mad at myself for not thinking of it. The butterscotch budino and panna cotta should not be missed. This place always gives me reverse sticker shock - I'm always amazed it doesn't cost more for what we get. We'll be back!
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MARZA
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Some of the best pasta you'll get anywhere, maybe even better than parts of Italy, dare I say.
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BenM
Minneapolis
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for Saturday lunch. Both the crostini and the pastas were excellent! Will return for sure.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came here on a Friday at 7:30 for dinner with friends and the month long wait for our reservation was totally worth it. The pasta is amazing and the wait staff are great with recommendations. Definitely on the pricier side so you aren't going to get a "steal" here, but the food is quality and worth every penny. Save room for dessert. Monteverde may be known for its pasta, but the blueberry sundae is divine and should not be missed.
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OpenTable Diner
Omaha
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic option for flavorful and fun Italian food. The menu is well balanced and every thing was delicious.
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Tsarangy
Seattle
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to celebrate our anniversary and because we had seen the chef on Iron Chef Gauntlet. My husband and I love handmade, fresh pastas. I loved watching someone make the different raviolis from behind the bar and they had a mirror overhead. They also made some other pastas while we were there. I wanted to try everything! The crostinis are amazing and so was the octopus. We loved it so much, we made a future reservation before we left! Atmosphere was energetic but still calm enough to have a conversation with the person you are with. The tables by the bar definitely had more energy and there was another area of the restaurant that was quieter if you wanted that vibe. The bar had wonderful choices of wines to pair with the menu items. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. They checked in, kept our glasses full, and made sure we were happy.
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nspdsp
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had to wait a few months for a reservation but it was totally worth it. The food and service is outstanding. Go with friends who like to try new things and share. The sharing portions on bottom of menu are gigantic...while the pasta's aren't large they are full of flavor, you won't leave hungry. They have some specialty cocktails, one guest said "this is the best manhattan" I've ever tasted. Go, what are you waiting for?
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
One o my best meals in Chicago in the last couple years. The gnocchi and the fish were amazing.
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Monteverde
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food at a great value. Very good, knowledgeable service (gave it 4/5 stars only because one of our main dishes took a bit longer than it should have). Excellent flavors and ingredients. A bit noisy inside, even on a Sunday evening. We will be back!
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Foodie
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service! Plus you can see how they prepare pasta. Also, chef Sarah Grueneberg is delightful. She takes the time to say hi to everyone.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2017
overall4food5service3ambience4
Service was a bit slow when seating outside but the food was absolutely amazing, making up for any service issues. Will definitelt be back and will recommend!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience2
Excellent and incredible food!!!!! We will definitely be back!!!!
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DenaB
Chicago
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ahhhhhmazing!
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1020 W. Madison, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

Cross street
Carpenter
Neighborhood
West Loop
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday - Friday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm, Saturday 11:30am-10:30pm (limited menu from 3pm-4pm), Sunday: 11:30am-9pm (limited menu from 3pm-4pm)
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet and street parking available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sarah Grueneberg
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
http://monteverdechicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 888-3041

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