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Quartino
Italian Restaurant, Pizzeria, and Wine Bar$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
The experts at Time Out Chicago and Crain's Chicago Business recommend this place
"I always get the veal meatballs, and eggplant parm!"(14 Tips)
"Cavatelli, pork shank, dates, and Chelsea is the best waitress!"(6 Tips)
"Get the: pizza, cheap wine, bacon wrapped dates and tortellini ❤️"(4 Tips)
"Can't go wrong, but tortellini and short ribs are to die for."(7 Tips)
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Penne alla vodka, mushroom risotto, beef short rib, pizzas, zeppole, coppa al banana... All are amaaaazing 👍👍👍
Fun neighborhood place! Love the Quattro Staggioni pizza, beet salad, veal meatball sliders...actually everything on menu! Don't leave w/o sipping Chef's famous Limoncello!
Rosalina SoJuly 4, 2011The organization and execution of food service are top notch. The menu literally is awesome from the calamari to the pizza to the bordetto to the tiramisu are excellent... And the prices arent bad!
SSeptember 24, 2013Had the penne alla vodka and added two meatballs. Only $12.50 and was perfect amount of food. Delicious! Gotta add the meatballs though, they made it.
Autumn ChoiMarch 17, 2022Vibrant atmosphere, great authentic Italian food with small plates, very reasonable price for food & house wine
Betsy EMay 21, 2015Everything is awesome. Start with a salumi salad and try the prosciutto wrapped dates. Great wines!
Global HighlanderOctober 26, 2014Pasta dishes are quite good. In the evening, Quartino can be quite loud and crowded. I prefer the lunch hour when it is more tranquil and relaxing.
Ron BakerJune 4, 2013Everything from the service to the food was exceptional. Highly recommend this place. Very comfortable and the food spoke for itself.
A.J. BrahmNovember 10, 2019Affordable Italian, and a good vibe. Waiters are in Italian soccer jerseys!
- The risotto is to die for. I always get the veal meatballs, and eggplant parm! Anthony the adorable red-head is a phenomenal server. I come far too often but LOVE it!
Jason SchlosserMay 1, 2014Broccoli Rabe is amazing. Make sure it's one of the small plates you have them bring out. I'd post a pic, but it's already gone!
JenKuduSeptember 21, 2016Ate here a second time. The service was great. Recommend the calamari and the ravioli. The cocktails are okay, stick to wine.
Bring a big group of loud-talking friends with appetites, and order to share. Start with a carafe of the Nebbiolo.
Karen L.July 16, 2012I do respect any Italian restaurant that keeps the kitchen open until 0100 on Sunday 0200 on weekends. Good pizza and pasta, Great downtown location. Great environment.
Great for large parties and sharing plates!! Have to get the meat and cheese antipasti and pizza!
Amazing spot for big family-style group dinners or celebrations. Great food and service.
Amrita ohboyJuly 7, 2015Prosciutto wrapped dates are a must as well as the veal meatballs made with the homemade ricotta & basil.
Meg FarmerOctober 12, 2014Delicious Italian. Very popular so call early for a reservation. Very good for a large group going out.
Mark MunroOctober 6, 2017Solid wine list, great tortellini and bruschetta. Ask for the Parmesan cheese grater!
Penne a la vodka and rigatoni are my favorites! Grab a bottle of wine and some delicious Italian small plates!
Alison DeBenedictisJune 29, 2018Prosciutto wrapped dates & Salumeria platter were delicious and perfect to share
Rustem BilyalovFebruary 23, 2017That was awesome experience in this plaece we recommend. The check was 100$ for 3 of us including wine for 5$ a cup.
Makena HeffernanJune 10, 2017This is a place to share! Great setting to get a carafe of wine with a bigger group.
Mark WongOctober 12, 2015Ended up at Quartino for a late night snack. Delicious thin crust pizzas and friendly service.
Linda FelterDecember 18, 2014So great for groups. Who doesn't love Italian small plates and good house wine to share?!?
Amber KnoppApril 16, 2015Ask for server Ryan W. Or bartender Will. Amazing food. Pizza and bacon wrapped dates are my favorites.
Kristina SarićMarch 1, 2019Calamari, Caesar salad, & chocolate cake is good. Risotto is just okay 3.5/3.75 out of 5 stars.
Taylor LongMay 16, 2013Everything I had was amazing; Prosciutto wrapped dates, veal meatball slider, carpaccio, bolognese.
Emily GoldtMarch 22, 2012I came with 4 other friends, and we tried 7 different entrees - every single dish was incredible. The ravioli was otherwordly. Beyond words.
Michael MorganMay 18, 2021This place is good! Just not the best Italian I’ve ever had. You can’t beat the prices here though, especially for the location and ambiance. The pappardelle I ordered was just kind of bland.
Teresa SabatineMay 7, 2012Oh my gosh order the chocolate cake and the donuts then take the chocolate sauce from the donuts and poor it on your chocolate cake. Yes I said it
Mike WilderOctober 23, 2015Service industry discount daily - 25% off entire check in the bar area, Friday and Saturday after 10pm.
Linda AlexanderMay 1, 2014Food is good but too salty. Prices are reasonable; pizza is a good bet. Wine was good. It is loud--family style dining, so go with someone you know well.
Caitlyn MooreJune 2, 2013Save room for at least one scoop of the vanilla gelato. Seriously the best I've ever had.- Stephanie SheppardAugust 14, 2011Can't go wrong, but tortellini and short ribs are to die for. Tiramisu isn't on the dessert menu, but they've had it and it's delicious!
Calamari is a Go to for Appetizer. You can't lose on any of the thin crust pizza selections.
Beverly WilburnJuly 27, 2013just enjoy the charcuterie and cheese,and of course a great wine. The grapefruitcello is yum!
Matt HooperDecember 29, 2012Place is amazing! Everything is unique and fresh. Plates made for sharing - great atmosphere.
Robert CarbonellJuly 15, 2022Service is slow, but probably best food for the price in Chicago. Ambiance is also great!
Christina SanchezNovember 16, 2014The ambiance is great! Such a unique trendy tapas type restaurant!
ᴡ DuplatAugust 12, 2017Good italian food, good service, not expediting. Terrace is a good place to eat.
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- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(312) 698-5000
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Yes
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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