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tesori - Permanently Closed

4.2

1933 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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tesori trattoria & bar is chicago loop’s premier italian-inspired restaurant and bar located off the chicago cultural mile, home to the art institute, chicago symphony orchestra and millennium park. its unique take on contemporary italian food borrows from italy's various regional influences and traditions to create an authentic experience. the lively bar features handcrafted cocktails, a curated menu of local craft beer and an extensive italian-driven wine list. tesori’s private dining spaces - including our enclosed urban garden - provide the perfect background for your event or gathering.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
monday - friday: closed saturday: closed sunday: closed
Phone number
(312) 786-9911
Website
http://www.tesorichicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Accommodating 40 to 400 people, guests can enjoy an intimate affair in the glass-walled private dining room, a semi-private event in the lounge or the urban garden or host a larger party in the route 66 main dining room. Restaurant buy-outs also available.
Private party contact
Trina Caracci: (312) 786-9911

Location
65 East Adams, Chicago, IL 60603
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Cross street
Wabash Ave
Parking details
Valet parking is available for lunch and dinner.
Public transit
Located directly below the Adams and Wabash CTA stop.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Antipasti Platter$12.00
Chef's seasonal selection
Salumi & Formaggi$18.00
prosciutto di parma, soppressata, finocchiona, artisanal cheeses, mostarda, crostini
Roasted Beets$10.00
shaved fennel, almonds, herbed house ricotta
Bruschetta$12.00
oven dried tomatoes, herbed house ricotta, fresh basil, almonds
Charred Octopus$14.00
leeks, potatoes, salsa romesco, almonds
Grilled Marinated Calamari$13.00
herbed fregola, calabrian, chiles, mint, lemon, sundried tomatoes vinaigrette
Minestrone$6.00
Seasonal Soup$6.00

Insalate / Salads

add chicken, $8 | steak, $14 | grilled shrimp, $12 | pan-roasted salmon, $14 | ahi tuna, $14

Caprese Panzanella$10.00
heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, red onions, croutons
Baby Romaine Caesar$10.00
anchovies, croutons, parmigiano
Kale$11.00
blueberries, farro, toasted hazelnuts, whipped feta
Mixed Greens$6.00
tomatoes, radishes, lemon vinaigrette
Chopped Tuscan$11.00
tuscan mixed green, artichokes, tomatoes, white beans, crispy prosciutto, pecorino fresco, oregano vinaigrette
Arugula Salad$13.00
Grilled pears, watermelon radishes, house ricotta, candied walnuts

Griglia / Grill

Lamb Chops$34.00
Dry Aged Bone-In Pork Chop$34.00
Cab NY Strip$36.00
Iowa Premium Filet Mignon$36.00
Butcher's Choice
- MP

Salse / Sauces

Hollandaise
Peppercorn Brandy
Gorgonzola Crusted
Oscar Style$10.00

Contorni / Sides

Sprouts$8.00
Whipped Potatoes$7.00
Grilled Asparagus$8.00
Wild Mushrooms$8.00
Roasted Cauliflower$8.00
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes$7.00

Piatti / Main Dishes

Grilled Wild Slamon$30.00
asparagus, guanciale, balsamic gazed onions, sun-dried tomato vinaigrette
Chicken Cacciatore$25.00
half amish chicken, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, wild mushrooms, olives, capers house pork sausage
Pan Seared Sea Scallops$32.00
bacon onion jam, parmesan risotto, blistered cherry tomatoes
Crab Stuffed Rainbow Trout$27.00
ceci beans, baby spinach, olives, roasted yellow pepper puree
Swordfish$28.00
Fingerling potatoes, spinach, cauliflower, lemon butter sauce, caper berries

Pizza / Brick-Oven

Margherita$13.00
san marzano tomatoes, bufala mozzarella
Artichoke$13.00
marinated tomatoes, artichokes, pecorino, nicoise olives, fresh oregano
Pepperoni$14.00
tomatoes, mozzarella, black olives, oregano
Prosciutto$15.00
parmigiano, arugula, tuscan olive oil
Wild Mushrooms$15.00
three cheese bechamel, Mozzarella, truffle oil

Pasta / House-Made

Lasagna Bolognese$18.00
mozzarella, marinara
Ravioli$19.00
smoked beef brisket, house ricotta, parmigiano
Risotto$19.00
sweet pea puree, cherry tomatoes, sauteed shrimp
Gnocchi$19.00
lamb ragu, mirepoix, wild mushrooms, pine nuts, pecorino romano cheese

What 1,933 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

1,865 Reviews

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Margaretanne88
Chicago
54 reviews
2.0
54 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2019
overall2food4service1ambience3
Have been here a bunch for lunch and the service and food is always excellent but was highly disappointed by the service we received from our server, Nancy, when we stopped by for cocktails. We had a very short window, an hour, to order drinks and an appetizer before a show. We sat for a long time without our drink order taken, finally drinks arrived and when she took our food order we let her know we had to leave at 7:15 to make the show on time. After our food arrived around 6:30, we were not checked on at all and at 7:15 had to flag down a bus boy to ask to get our server's attention and the bill, which took a few more minutes. It was clear she likely was managing too many tables but the first and last time we return here for pre-show drinks and bite to eat. We tipped 20% but I wish we hadn't because the service was so poor, would not recommend here before a show.
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SteveG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 30, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience4
Excellent food & service. Server Nancy & support staff where very nice.
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MaryJo
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2019
overall4food2service4ambience4
Very welcoming. Reservation honored promptly. Branzini entree was not very good on that particular evening.
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AmiraS
Toronto
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2019
overall4food3service5ambience3
We made an early reservation for a business lunch, and although the restaurant was empty upon arrival they sat every table close together (chairs were back to back). The food was delivered quickly but the chicken on the salads was bone dry. Couldn’t even cut it with the knives on the table. The service was good and the waiter was attentive. Overall the experience was ok, but I wouldn’t recommend this particular location for a business meeting. The noise level was too high.
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scottw
Chicago
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience5
Always a very good dining experience. Will return for a visit next week.
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WilliamF
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2019
overall4food3service4ambience4
Acceptable place if attending the symphony, but not a destination for fine dining.
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AnnetM
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Although it was a busy night, our server kept disappearing on us. We watched other servers being attentive to their table (even though it was busy). We had to "called" our server twice for additional requests.
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Terri
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Everything was great except for the dessert. We ordered the brownie with gelato. The brownie was so hard we could not cut it. We sent it back and it came back, but it was still inedible.
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NorthfieldVic
Chicago
72 reviews
vip
4.0
72 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2019
overall4food3service5ambience4
I wish this Italian restaurant would make an effort to add more vegetarian options.
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WoodwardB
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food, wine, drinks and service in a cozy room - who could ask for more? Well, I do have one suggestion: change the music. It runs to 80s rock which seems odd in an Italian-themed restaurant located in Symphony Center. How about some jazz instead? Or even a little Pavarotti? At least during the dinner hours.
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MelanieB
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
In past trips to Tesori, I have found the appetizers, salads, and entrees very good. I had never ordered from the grilled entrees. The New York strip was disappointing. The service was outstanding.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The hostess Erika was so nice and welcoming. She is the perfect person to greet the incoming patrons. My girlfriend and I sat by the bar and the bartender Cristian was so nice, attentive and had great drink recommendations! We will definitely be back again soon.
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SongsofTravel
Chicago
28 reviews
vip
3.0
28 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2019
overall3food2service3ambience3
Mediocre, overpriced pizza. Uninformed service. A big disappointment. I realize as I think about it that the good experiences I’ve had at Tesori have been in large group private dinners, not in the open restaurant area. What’s the story?
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RetiredTraveler01
Chicago
143 reviews
vip
4.0
143 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience5
If you're attending an event at Symphony Hall, Tesori is the perfect choice for dinner.
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Emin
New Orleans
30 reviews
1.0
30 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience3
The service was deplorable - we had to go to the front desk to get the check, since our waiter never returned after offering the dessert menu. I ordered the scallops and risotto, and the risotto was a watery mess with absolutely no taste whatsoever. Not sure why this place is popular, we won't return.
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MarkeeM
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was very flavorful and did not need any additional seasoning. The hostess and waiter were prompt and very attentive. They made sure our drinks were full, kept the table clean by removing dishes that were no longer being used. Overall, the whole experience was enjoyable. Thank you to open table as well for making our reservation as seamless as possible.
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Nancy
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tesori is the perfect place to din before a performance at Symphony Center. Smallish menu but all good choices. Great wine list and cocktails. Service is very attentive and ask if you are attending a show and if there is a time concern. Only down side is that it is on the pricier side.
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SueChiTown
Chicago
115 reviews
vip
5.0
115 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We started with a chopped salad that was very fresh and had a light vinaigrette dressing. I ordered lasagne bolognese and my friend had the brick chicken. The lasagne was delicious. I cannot attest to the taste of the chicken dish, but I do know that it was a half bird and my friend ate it all. Too full for dessert, we each had a cappuccino, which was perfectly made.
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JoyI
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I always have the same thing, Tuscany chopped salad and the trout, and they are consistently wonderful. Our waiter, Jordan, was cheery and helpful.
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Andrew
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, nice environment
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Swisher
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another great meal! A wonderful restaurant to go to pre-Auditorium Theater. Thank you!
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CynM
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We come here often before attending a show at the auditorium theatre. The food is delicious, the service is great, and fast if needed because of a show. The beef brisket ravioli is such a unique take on a favorite pasta. Love it!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I have eaten in the bar area of Tesori in the past however this past Friday’s experience was our first time in the dining room, and we had an awesome experience!!! We enjoyed a glass of wine each along with two delicious salads and I even brought home tiramisu for dessert which was absolutely delectable!!!!!!! So, needless to say, the very next time we come to CSO we will definitely have another experience in the dining room. We thank Tesori and it’s waitstaff for introducing us to a unique and wonderful dining experience!
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FrequentDiner
Chicago
176 reviews
vip
4.0
176 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
If you are going to a performance at the Chicago Symphony Center, you can enter the center from this restaurant without having to go outside. You will need reservations the night of a performance, as the restaurant looked fully booked. It seats a lot of people, so it can be a little loud, but we were able to carry a conversation the people seated next to us without difficulty hearing them. Service is fast (as expected since many of the people were going to the performance in the Symphony Center). I had the Rainbow Trout and it was very good.
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John
Chicago
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food. Our wai9tress was near perfect in serving us. Efficient, friendly. And convenient to Symphony Center
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Laura
Chicago
72 reviews
vip
3.0
72 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2019
overall3food3service5ambience3
We had a very confusing evening. Our waiter was very good and the wine he recommended was as well. We ordered 2 entrees to split and asked that they be "coursed" with the pizza first. The pizza was great and quite ample. The next course, risotto, was not good. The texture was like mush and the dish had little taste. The room was also very full and noisy. Seating is very close and conversations from other tables could not be ignored.
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Kays3Kid
Chicago
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love stopping at Tesori before the Symphony for lunch. Wonderful salads, interesting specials, food is always tasty
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AlexaR
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I really like Tesori. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. I visit each time I go to a concert at Orchestra Hall.
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BillH
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
A very enjoyable evening and dinner before the Joffrey. Convenient location, discounted parking across the street. Also proximate to the CSO and Art Institute.
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Fairandhonest
Chicago
29 reviews
vip
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2019
overall3food4service1ambience3
The server interrupted a business conversation several times. It was really annoying. Somebody there needs to train servers when and how to interject themselves into what are clearly a lunch meetings.
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AmyH
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Service was excellent! I had the cear salad which was fresh and plentiful for a starter and then the sea scallops wich were seared perfectly and nicely seasoned. The wine menu was well paired nicely with their selections and also reasonable. I would gladly recommend this restaurant.
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Moimoi
Chicago
32 reviews
vip
4.0
32 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent ravioli and lasagna!
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LoisB
Chicago
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
It is very good. Good food and service but very expensive.
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FinnB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2019
overall3food3service2ambience3
I'm not sure if our waiter was having a bad night, inexperienced, or just a bad waiter. Ordered a drink, a very simple drink to make (Rusty Nail). Waited 10-15 minutes and then was told they didn't have any Drambuie. The manager stepped in and brought a Rob Roy which I ordered instead. Ordered our dinners which were received in a fair amount of time and the food was very good. Ordered another Rob Roy, but never received it. Asked for a dessert menu twice, but never received it. Granted it was a Saturday night and busy, it could have been a better experience.
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TamiM
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Hidden pricing...may be typical of expensive restaurants, but I don’t like it. We had two petite filet mignons which said $30 each, a caesar salad ($12), side salad, one side of roasted potatoes, one side of asparagus, two 12 oz house beers, and a glass of moscato. $135. You have to pay extra for each side. Food was good, but not worth the price.
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elizabeths
Orlando
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2019
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The hostess staff was amazing helping us keep our reservation after our car broke down on the way. We really enjoyed it and will be back.
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cbsn
Chicago
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a wonderful experience! We will be back!
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lagg
Indiana
245 reviews
vip
2.0
245 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2019
overall2food3service2ambience1
Our food was just mediocre except for the Caesar salad. Service was not friendly or attentive. The runner brought our dinner plates before taking away our salad plates, and the table was much too small to hold both sets of plates. The tables are much too close together and the noise level in the restaurant is very high. It was also extremely cold in the restaurant the night we were there. The only positives were that it is convenient to the CSO and the coat check kept our coats until the performance was over. We will look for somewhere else to eat near Symphony Center next time.
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GoldCoastFoodie
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2019
overall3food4service3ambience5
We eat at Tsori regularly before going to the ballet and theater. We love the food and atmosphere. This time, as usual we told the wait staff when we had curtain time - this time at Auditorium theater so we would need approx 15 minutes of walk time. The wait staff seemed to not be keeping track of time, so we had to ask her to take our order after we had been ready to do so for some time and then had to find her to ask for the bill at approx 7:15, meaning that we had to rush to Auditorium Theater. We would appreciate it if the wait staff were more attentive to the timing when customers have performance to get to.
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ChrisH
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pleasant evening and fine food, would go again for special occasions
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tesori - Permanently Closed is rated 4.2 stars by 1933 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

65 East Adams, Chicago, IL 60603

Additional information

Cross street
Wabash Ave
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Hours of operation
monday - friday: closed saturday: closed sunday: closed
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking is available for lunch and dinner.
Public transit
Located directly below the Adams and Wabash CTA stop.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tesorichicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 786-9911
Private party facilities
Accommodating 40 to 400 people, guests can enjoy an intimate affair in the glass-walled private dining room, a semi-private event in the lounge or the urban garden or host a larger party in the route 66 main dining room. Restaurant buy-outs also available.
Private party contact
Trina Caracci: (312) 786-9911

tesori - Permanently Closed

Permanently Closed

Additional information

Antipasti / Appetizers

Antipasti Platter$12.00

Salumi & Formaggi$18.00

Roasted Beets$10.00

Bruschetta$12.00

Charred Octopus$14.00

Grilled Marinated Calamari$13.00

Minestrone$6.00

Seasonal Soup$6.00

Insalate / Salads

Caprese Panzanella$10.00

Baby Romaine Caesar$10.00

Kale$11.00

Mixed Greens$6.00

Chopped Tuscan$11.00

Arugula Salad$13.00

Griglia / Grill

Lamb Chops$34.00

Dry Aged Bone-In Pork Chop$34.00

Cab NY Strip$36.00

Iowa Premium Filet Mignon$36.00

Butcher's Choice

Salse / Sauces

Hollandaise

Peppercorn Brandy

Gorgonzola Crusted

Oscar Style$10.00

Contorni / Sides

Sprouts$8.00

Whipped Potatoes$7.00

Grilled Asparagus$8.00

Wild Mushrooms$8.00

Roasted Cauliflower$8.00

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes$7.00

Piatti / Main Dishes

Grilled Wild Slamon$30.00

Chicken Cacciatore$25.00

Pan Seared Sea Scallops$32.00

Crab Stuffed Rainbow Trout$27.00

Swordfish$28.00

Pizza / Brick-Oven

Margherita$13.00

Artichoke$13.00

Pepperoni$14.00

Prosciutto$15.00

Wild Mushrooms$15.00

Pasta / House-Made

Lasagna Bolognese$18.00

Ravioli$19.00

Risotto$19.00

Gnocchi$19.00

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How is tesori - Permanently Closed restaurant rated?

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