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Osteria Via Stato
Italian Restaurant$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out Chicago and Redeye Chicago
"Grilled octopus delish and meatballs very tender!"(4 Tips)
"Ask your server about the Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club."(3 Tips)
"Try the Italian Dinner Party - For 38.95 per person you get all you can..."(2 Tips)
"Try the mini veal meatballs!"(2 Tips)
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Lucille FisherMarch 3, 2019Good Roman style pizzas. Crusts are thin and crisp, a nice change from Chicago deep dish or regular pizzas. Very good salads on offer as well, to round off a well balanced meal.
Todd BidaApril 3, 2017The sautéed spinach is the best I've had since the Gore Hotel in London. Great salads great pizza.
Redeye ChicagoFebruary 25, 2016In the mood for grabbing a drink but don't exactly know what? This place offers a sample of 20 value Italian reds paired with appetizers for just $20! Check out this deal every night from 5:30-7:30pm. Read more
ISC ChicagoDecember 25, 2019Christmas Eve - Feast of the Seven Fishes: Baccala Spread with Crostini, Rhode Island Calamari with Hot Cherry Peppers, Grilled Octopus & Fingerling Potatoes, Tuna & Gigante Bean Salad
Meredith BMay 11, 2015My favorite restaurant in Chicago. Always the best service. They truly care for their customers. Menu is amazing! End your meal with the Carmel gelato!!- ISC ChicagoDecember 25, 2019Christmas Eve - Feast of the Seven Fishes: Linguini Seafood with Calamari, Scallops, Shrimp, Spicy Tomato Sauce
- Lettuce Entertain YouJanuary 29, 2014It pays to belong at Osteria Via Stato! Earn points on every purchase toward meals, trips & wine. Ask your server about the Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club. Read more
- ISC ChicagoDecember 25, 2019Christmas Eve - Feast of the Seven Fishes: House-Marinated Olives, Roasted Garlic with Balsamic Vinegar, Salt Crusted Ciabatta Bread
Martin SlusarzJune 12, 2016Food was fantastic! Attended a party there and we had appetizers, salads, main courses and desert. Every mouthful was spectacular!- ISC ChicagoDecember 25, 2021Baccala (Salt Cod) Spread, CrostiniRhode Island Calamari, Hot Cherry PeppersGrilled Octopus, Fingerling Potatoes
My favorite restaurant. EXCELLENT service every time, and the chef even made a dish that was a special a few weeks prior to our (yet another) visit.- Elizabeth McBMay 23, 2013Tried the Osteria side - everything we got was perfect. Good drinks. Balsamic and garlic for the bread is great. Try the mini veal meatballs!
Ricel AlmadovarMarch 5, 2016Amazing staff - truly accommodating! Simple yet delicious food and drinks. Great for a cozy watering hole! Love it!- ISC ChicagoDecember 25, 2019Christmas Eve - Feast of the Seven Fishes: Local Butternut Squash Puree, Crispy Kennebec Potatoes
- Love sitting in the bar area...great place to relax, drink wine + share small plates and pizzas. I order mine xtra crispy. Grilled octopus delish and meatballs very tender!
- ISC ChicagoDecember 25, 2019Christmas Eve - Feast of the Seven Fishes: Ricotta Cheesecake, Wild Huckleberry Sauce
- ISC ChicagoDecember 25, 2021Seafood Stew (Seared Scallops, Shrimp, Market Fish, Garlic Ciabatta Bread)
Do yourself favor and get their BLT. It's seriously the best!! Also if you sit at the patio you may even get to see Roger (a dirty pigeon famous for liking to hang out there)
Emily BeldenAugust 28, 2012Their bread is insane. Spongey inside, crispy outside. Bathe it in EEVO for a grand slam. Oh and their chopped salad is to die for.
lexi hoffmanDecember 28, 2011Lettuce Entertain You is the best when it comes to handling food allergies; the rest of the restaurant industry needs to take note. I have a ton of food allergies & I'm always comfortable eating here!
Time Out ChicagoApril 3, 2012How do Italians celebrate Easter? With a buffet. David DiGregorio stocks this feast with frittatas, French toast, strada, an omelette station and—are you ready for this?—a ricotta doughnut station. Read more- ISC ChicagoDecember 25, 2021TIRAMISU (VERMONT CREAMERY MASCARPONE, VALRHONA COCOA POWDER, ESPRESSO-SOAKED LADY FINGERS)
Gelatos are awesome especially the burnt caramel. Pizzas are thin crust and would please any New Yorker- Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014The Lettuce Entertain You team lures continuous crowds here with Italian shared plates offered at reasonable prices. Read more
Best thin crust pizza in the city. Lots of small plates to try. Everyone from the people who seat you to the waiters/bartenders, busboys and managers make sure you have a great dining experience!- Ray OlmedaMay 6, 2010Try the Italian Dinner Party - For 38.95 per person you get all you can eat from the Antipasto offering and the two pasta dishes, in addition to a main course plus sides. Not only is a good value but
Peter HannaAugust 1, 2013Anyone who thinks Quartino comes close to Osteria either has no taste buds or no mind. This place has some of the best Italian food in the city.
Michelle McGowanOctober 18, 2009Can't go wrong with Pizzeria Via Stato, or it's sister restaurant Osteria. Spend a relaxed evening in the pizzeria with orange olive oil marinated olives, veal meatballs and woodfired cracker crust pi
Jeremy ShieldsAugust 14, 2014Grilled octopus was fantastic, pizzas are thin, crispy and absolutely delicious.
Kristi LApril 24, 2014Whipped potatoes rival my grandma's...and she is from Oklahoma which means they are amazing.
Pierre BonuraJuly 14, 2013Beat Italian food in Chicago. Go for the Italian Dinner Party. You won't be sorry!
Best thin crust pizza in town ... actually the best pizza in town. The Italian bread and celery Caesar are awesome as well.
- One of my favorite places to eat...especially the pizzeria. My family loves it. The staff are great and the food is excellent with lots of choices for grazing.
- Great pizzas in River North, fresh ingredients - may have to wait a few minutes even with reservations Read more
I could make a meal on the roasted garlic and housemade bead. Delizioso!
The arugula salad is simply a must - hearty, flavorful and fresh. Goes perfectly with any white or red wine you may fancy.
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A casual Italian restaurant, where people enjoy antipasti & wine, a plate of pasta or a full Italian meal, all served with the warmth and hospitality
Closed until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 4:30 PM–10:00 PM
(312) 642-8450
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.8
"One of my favorite place. Very tasty food, perfect Bellini. Book the table in terrace, the main part of restaurant is very loud"
Olia B. - 9.0
"Everything on their menu is a must to try! Grilled octopus and swordfish are amazing!"
Albert Pak - 8.8
"Parmesan potatoes were amazing, and the #2. Fantastic place."
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"They have many bottles of wine (mostly sparkling wine) and a handful of half-bottles. I definitely recommend the Black Tiger Shrimp & the Duck BLTs. I would recommend against the Tempura Cheese Curds."
Global Highlander - 6.6
"Service is outstanding. Great piano bar with a low key setting. Staff is very friendly!"
Michael Dorsey - 9.0
"The focaccia here rivals the best I've had in camogli and portofino! Grab a good sized At the bread counter for a few bucks!"
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