Close Icon
Gear IconImportant Notice:We have made the tough decision to say goodbye to the Foursquare City Guide mobile app, effective December 15, 2024, with the web version to follow in early 2025. Visit our FAQ for more information or to download our Swarm app.
Learn more

Planning a trip to Chicago?

Foursquare can help you find the best places to go to.

The Florentine

The Florentine

Italian Restaurant$$$$
The Loop, Chicago
Save
Share
7.4/10
111
ratings
  • Stars
  • Stars
    The experts at Time Out Chicago and Crain's Chicago Business recommend this place
    • Time Out Chicago
    • Crain's Chicago Business
  • Tips
    Chicago Tribune
    "sophisticated Italian eatery inside the JW Marriott Chicago hotel."(2 Tips)
    The Culinary Institute of America
    "Stop by for the creations of Executive Chef Chris Macchia."(2 Tips)
    Jenny K.
    "Lamb shank and pork belly risotto both delicious."(2 Tips)
    Thrillist
    "grilled octopus kicked with saffron aioli"(2 Tips)
Tips and Reviews icon51 Tips and reviews
Filter:
  • Italian food
  • risotto
  • happy hour
  • breakfast food
  • desserts
User icon
Log in to leave a tip here.

Sort:
  • Popular
  • Recent
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoJanuary 9, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    White Clam Pizza (manila clams, broccolini, lemon cream, fior di latte, chilies): $19 value (at least that what it says on the menu) and free with a $8 adult beverage - cheaper than lunch in the Loop
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneMarch 24, 2015
    A sleek and sophisticated Italian eatery inside the JW Marriott Chicago hotel. Grab some antipasti or a pizza at the bar, or spend some time with Chris Macchia's full menu. Read more
  • Kirstjen L.heart icon on user image
    Kirstjen LorenzJune 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    A picnic basket from the Florentine of lovely grilled veggies, roast chicken, potatoes, house-made ricotta & mozzarella, proscuitto & melon, olives, and delicious Italian cookies. Really delicious!
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoFebruary 18, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Polpo (grilled octopus, confit fingerling potatoes, castelvetrano olives, saffron aioli, salsa verde)
  • Jenny K.heart icon on user image
    Jenny KDecember 25, 2014
    Lamb shank and pork belly risotto both delicious. Risotto was lighter than expected but extra yummy.
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    Crain's Chicago BusinessSeptember 8, 2011
    Breakfast starts at 6:30 a.m. Try the almond French toast ($12), made with thick, eggy brioche soaked in the usual egg slurry, grilled and topped with caramelized bananas and orange syrup. Read more
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistJanuary 18, 2011
    This massive new 220-seat con tempo-Italian resto laid out in the posh new JW Marriot, can cook up a grilled octopus kicked with saffron aioli and giant white beans whose size makes them difficult to Read more
  • The Culinary Institute of America
    Looking for Italian in the windy city? Stop by for the creations of Executive Chef Chris Macchia. He's a CIA alumnus, so you know you're in for a great meal!
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoMarch 13, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Smoked Mussels Pizza (onion, gaeta olives, fior di latte, tomato)
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineApril 3, 2012
    Try the Seared Scallops - (Clockwise from top right) Butternut squash caramelle, seared scallops on butternut squash purée, and roasted cauliflower with Calabrian chili relish.
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    Crain's Chicago BusinessJanuary 12, 2011
    The bucatini carbonara is flawless with al dente hollow strands and generous amounts of pancetta. Break the duck egg yolk trembling on top and mix for a velvety sauce with black-pepper bite. Read more
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    Crain's Chicago BusinessDecember 16, 2011
    "She is My Cherry . . . Gimlet" mixes vodka, cherry purée and lime juice; "Siamese Dream" — now off the menu — matched dark rum with pumpkin purée, Grand Marnier and spiced syrup. Read more
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoJanuary 8, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Choice of free pizza weekdays 4-7 pm with purchase of one alcoholic beverage
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoJanuary 8, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Free pizza weekdays 4-7 pm with purchase of one alcoholic beverage
  • Rochelle M.
    Rochelle MorganAugust 15, 2015
    The salmon salad was wonderful with a garlic dressing that was light and easy on the garlic flavor.
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
    Serves its lounge menu (veal meatballs, beef carpaccio, pizzas, BLT burger) until 11 p.m. Monday-Saturday Read more
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoMarch 13, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Chicago Sour (Woodford Reserve, Lemon, CBD Honey, Egg White, Orange Bitters)
  • Dana L.heart icon on user image
    Dana LentzOctober 13, 2013
    best dessert I've ever had: zuppa inglese (a banana pudding/bread dessert with cashew brittle on the side)
  • Ethan K.
    Ethan KniseleySeptember 5, 2013
    They have amazing French breakfast dishes! Definitely the most flavorful breakfast I've ever had!
  • Emily T.
    Emily TMarch 7, 2014
    Kirby, the friendly bartender in the suspenders is great! Very attentive and gives great drink suggestions.
  • Alicia B.
    Alicia BryantAugust 10, 2014
    The flan dessert and coffee were excellent. Great atmosphere. Very warm and cozy.
  • Time Out Chicago Kids
    Time Out Chicago KidsJanuary 11, 2012
    After the meatball tagliatelle, they’ll never look at Chef Boyardee the same way again. Thick, housemade tagliatelle sits with petite meatballs that are just waiting to soak up velvety tomato sauce. Read more
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineAugust 16, 2011
    The masterpiece is a lamb shank with farro risotto, peperonata, and mint gremolata: dramatic, tender, and unforgettable.
  • Deeni
    DeeniJuly 8, 2014
    Amazing service! Great food! Sip a Mr Howell and bite a Granchi! Yummy!
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoMarch 2, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Beer and (free) Margherita pizza: that’s what’s for dinner
  • Jeff J.heart icon on user image
    Jeff JenkinsDecember 25, 2014
    Risotto with pork belly and an egg!
  • Gilt City
    Gilt CityAugust 4, 2011
    The signature hand-made pastas are absolutely divine, evoking a night in Italy (and you don't even need to pay for the flight)
  • Tyler S.
    Tyler SullivanMay 5, 2013
    The coffee is Intelligentsia. It's the best cup I've ever had.
  • Christopher F.heart icon on user image
    Christopher FlossJune 26, 2015
    Awesome venue! Great meeting place for lunch in the Loop!
  • Christopher F.heart icon on user image
    Christopher FlossApril 11, 2018
    Another awesome experience at #TheFlorentine in the #JWMarriott in #Chicago. Great #happyhour option.
  • Bullfrog & Baum
    Bullfrog & BaumJanuary 24, 2011
    This locally driven menu that is Italian inspired with Stein's signature dishes. The buccatini carbonara pasta and bomboloni are both full of flavor and fresh ingredients.
  • Kevin D.heart icon on user image
    Kevin DulinJuly 3, 2012
    Get the Pollo. The sauce is incredible. Best chicken I've had in ages!
  • Kristy V.heart icon on user image
    Kristy VollJuly 17, 2019
    Drinks are great, food is exceptional!
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineAugust 16, 2011
    The tiramisu reimagines the oft-botched classic as a mascarpone mousse with buttery ladyfingers for dipping.
  • Christopher F.heart icon on user image
    Christopher FlossApril 22, 2016
    The tortellini is a great menu option!
  • Chrissy N.heart icon on user image
    Chrissy NickelNovember 23, 2014
    Wonderful service, great drink menu
  • Jon K.
    Jon KeeDecember 7, 2013
    The blonde haired hostess/floor manager was extremely accommodating to us having kids there, quite a help...
  • Cari C.
    Cari ChafinDecember 11, 2011
    The prime rib is to die for!! Perfectly marbled and cooked to perfection!!!
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoFebruary 15, 2011
    Thought you’d want to know: The Florentine has been nominated for Best New Italian in Time Out Chicago’s 2011 Eat Out Awards. Vote now! Read more
  • Showtime Network
    Showtime NetworkApril 1, 2011
    How convenient that such an elegant establishment is located right in the hotel! A convenience that would not be lost on Juan Borgia!
  • Eric R.heart icon on user image
    Eric RobersonDecember 13, 2017
    The veggie burger was surprisingly good
  • Chris B.
    Chris BroylesJune 7, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the crab, squid ink pasta, mint & chiles Read more
  • Jimmy B.
    Jimmy BryantNovember 10, 2011
    Food is amazing. The staff is friendly helpful and easy to work with
  • Theresa K.
    Theresa K.September 27, 2013
    Free pizza with alcoholic beverage purchase. 'Nuff said.
  • Carol M.
    Carol MarrAugust 21, 2014
    Great food if you're willing to wait for the slow service
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoFebruary 18, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Not bad for bread
  • Chicago Realtor M.
    Get the bucatini! It is amazing!
  • Carlos
    CarlosNovember 13, 2013
    Free pizza, as long as you order a drink.
  • Lucy L.
    Lucy LouNovember 8, 2012
    Free pizza during happy hour
  • Lucy L.
    Lucy LouNovember 8, 2012
    Upstairs of the J.W. Marriott
Photos66 Photos

Related Searches

  • the florentine chicago •
  • the florentine chicago photos •
  • the florentine chicago location •
  • the florentine chicago address •
  • the florentine chicago •
  • florentine chicago •
  • florentine @ jw marriot chicago chicago •
  • le florentine chicago •
  • the florentine chicago •
  • the florentine jw marriot chicago chicago •
  • the florentine @ jw marriot chicago chicago •
  • the florentine the loop chicago

Foursquare © 2024  Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA