Best Italian Restaurants in Streeterville

We had a reservation and were immediately seated on the enclosed patio/sidewalk area. Not the greatest atmosphere with plastic chairs, but we could watch pedestrian and auto traffic... and the occasional passing emergency vehicle. Our server Jamie was great, and while our dinner entrees were excellent, we were disappointed with the rolls that preceded our meal. They were appeared to be store-bought and were cold... no point in serving them in a linen-napkin-covered wire basket. There were olive oil and salt and pepper on the table to create a dip -- no Parmesan -- but that was it. We just expected more and remember that the rolls here used to be hot and fresh and the waiter would prepare the dip using freshly ground pepper, not the shaker we were provided. There was also a 3% surcharge added to our bill. If this was mentioned on the menu, we didn't notice it. As a consumer, I hate this practice. We're talking about an increase of less than a dollar per item. Just price your menu correctly and do away with these bogus "surcharges." We won't return as long as this practice continues.

The food was delicious. If you choose a dish that requires table service you are in for a treat. The wait staff is attentive and answer questions in detail. I recommend this establishment as it is quite an experience and offers options not found in other Italian restaurants. The ambience is nice for a restaurant located on the second level of an Italian grocery store.

Lulu was very knowledgeable and attentive. We loved her guidance throughout the meal and would absolutely request her again! The food was divine and the wine selection was vast. I haven’t been back since 2018 and am so glad we got to visit this trip! We will be back :)

Food was great with seasonal Offerings. Our server, Debbie, was outstanding! Helpful with selections, attentive and on top of it!

We had a friend in town staying at the Intercontinental, so this location was perfect. Our server was attentive but not overwhelming. Everyone enjoyed the calamari starter as well as the entrees. The cannoli napoleon takes the best parts of a cannoli and a napoleon and combines them into a fantastic dessert. The noise level is high but you can still have a conversation.