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Piccolo Sogno

Italian Restaurant$$$$

Fulton River District, Chicago

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Piccolo Sogno

9.1^/10

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Ranked #3 for Italian restaurants in Chicago
Go here. Experience the Italian food. It's worth it.
"They have the best Burrata and Prosciutto Salad around."(4 Tips)
"The restaurant has an amazing outdoor deck that transforms"(37 Tips)
"Stracci de farro--and if the pasta of the day"(2 Tips)
"many great Italian restaurants in Chicago"(2 Tips)

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outdoor seating
burrata cheese
stracci
risotto
chef tony priolo
trendy
gluten-free food
great value
gardens
desserts
spacious
healthy food
bar
dinner
scenic views
short ribs
gelato
homemade food
salads
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Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014
Chef Randy Zweiban eats here on his nights off. He loves the White pizza w/ arugula. Read more
Paul CraigApril 30, 2015
Amazing food and service. Loved the Ravioli.
Blair TwetenApril 30, 2015
Fantastic Italian. The Sea Bass was wonderful
Jessica EliasDecember 31, 2013
Try the buffata and the pounded Cornish hen. Excellent!
Manuel DeroulersOctober 26, 2015
The ravioli piccolo sogno were amazing!
Cristina MercaderAugust 19, 2010
The mozzarella and prosciutto appetizer is excellent here. Note that it can get pretty noisy as the tables are close together in the patio.
Esther ShamieSeptember 18, 2014
Excellent service. Beautiful patio packed with people!
Ryan!July 8, 2013
One of the best patios ever and service to match.
ChadJune 5, 2012
Try the Burrata con culatello - Amazing. Hand stuffed mozzarella and prosciutto.
L KMay 25, 2015
Can't go wrong here. Excellent Italian.
C LMay 16, 2012
Like a little Tuscan vacation - don't miss the olive oil and balsamic, buona!
Martin CuellarJanuary 13, 2017
They put together great vegan options for us
ROctober 9, 2016
Lively ambiance. Great food.
Gilt CitySeptember 23, 2011
This Italian restaurant is legendary for its patio, a fenced-in oasis of leafy trees, yellow umbrellas and sunshine galore.
Kathryn FitzpatrickMay 27, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Ask for the gluten free options- delish!
suneelAugust 17, 2014
if you get an aged bottle like Barolo, have them filter and decant it.
Paul A.October 7, 2016
Incredible food, attracting a wide range of clientele.
Albert MJanuary 11, 2023
An absolute gem of an Italian restaurant.
Cari BucciMay 18, 2012
Great atmosphere but we've been here for an hour with no one to take our order. So go with plenty on time to spare....
Kara SmithMarch 28, 2015
Can't go wrong whatever you order
Matt GAugust 28, 2011
Great food and one of the best outdoor areas in the city
Zoe TweedJanuary 15, 2012
Order the pear and goat cheese salad! Best thing I've eaten this year
Scott SachnoffAugust 19, 2020
Giant outdoor patio for Covid safe dining
Chloe RosenAugust 26, 2012
Delicious food. Can't go wrong with anything.
Julie EAugust 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Gorgeous patio. Outstanding homemade balsamic. Great food.
Matt KnustMarch 16, 2018
Great food and drinks
Kirstjen LorenzAugust 14, 2011
Lobster risotto is excellent, as is the beef carpaccio appetizer.
Marlene KoskiDecember 30, 2015
Great food, atmosphere and service.
Marco MorelliMarch 21, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Get the spaghetti Nero "frutti di mare" (seafood with black pasta) it's amazing! Great calamari too.
Michael FriedbergJuly 23, 2012
You have to have the Brazino --incredible!
BrandonNovember 8, 2015
Outdoor seating is magical
Maya Jimenez 😬July 25, 2018
The patio is so beautiful but the food leaves much to be desired.
Erik SkurkaMarch 1, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Back patio is on point
Kyle MSeptember 28, 2013
Love this place. Sit outside!
Matthew SupertMay 4, 2013
Try the Minestrone Con Pesto
David SmithAugust 1, 2015
Great outdoor patio.
Bill DAugust 6, 2016
Food is AMAZING!
Nicole RottoAugust 24, 2011
Great food but closes between lunch and dinner so a late lunch is a bad idea.
Famous JeffersonOctober 25, 2015
Just great overall
Daniel HAugust 22, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Best patio in Chicago. The pasta, which is all homemade, is wonderful.
Brian PierJune 25, 2016
Food atmosphere wine
Daniel HAugust 23, 2010
Been here 5+ times
One of the best Italian joints in the city. Love the lasagna.
mig rJuly 29, 2022
Patio is nice but overcrowded
Nguyen DuongNovember 5, 2012
The hazelnut chocolate molten cake.
Diana Comiditas RomeroSeptember 21, 2015
Risotto woooow!
DesignkitchenMarch 23, 2010
Looking for a great outdoor space in the summer time and have a great meal at the same time?
kate FELDTJuly 24, 2011
One of Chicago's best outdoor dining patios
Olivia LeighJuly 21, 2012
Beet salad - so good, earthy
Pascale W.August 25, 2011
MUST HAVE: SPAGHETTI NERI CON GAMBERI
Jack ScottyAugust 7, 2014
You have to sit outside

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