Ciao! Cafe & Wine Lounge

939 W Madison St, Chicago
(312) 850-2426

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Patrick Cameron

Cozy. You fell like you're out with friends. The atmosphere is very relaxed; along with dinner tables, there is a couch, a television - at the right time you can watch / change channels, and a record player. I've seen several musicians perform there and they have all been great. As they play, they're probably five feet away from patrons. You feel their love for the music. The owner, Julie, is awesome, a social butterfly. She menu has dishes that are cooked with flavors bursting. You'll love the cafe.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jan Scrima

Wonderful atmosphere, great food and wonderful staff. Thank you Lola for a wonderful birthday dinner for my sister and I.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Meatballs, Marinated Olives, Caprese

Jason Mcgruder

Very nice, quaint wine bar. Great cuisine, immaculate customer service and easy listening music playing on a record player. A must try!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Meatballs

Terrance Jones

The food is incredible ? Great music and atmosphere.

Şeyda Calderwood

Amazing, cozy place to hangout. ? thank you for the hospitality.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Erik Schuster

This is one of West Loop's hidden gems that you have to check out. The venue seating is much more intimate, which is a huge relief from the other overcrowded and loud West Loop alternatives. Food is very consistent and staff and ownership are always friendly and accommodating. There is amazing live music on the weekends with some incredibly talented musicians and singers-it's pretty common for many musicians to pop in and you get to bask in a wonderful jazz ensemble. I highly recommend trying the owner's signature Hawaiian bread pudding dessert to end your night. Be sure to check it out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hawaiian Bread Pudding

James Keane

This place is so charming and

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ismaeel

It reminded me of Montré

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tiramisu

Fernanda Valentino

Very cosy atmosphere - with limited seating. Enjoyed the live music and friendly owner checking in on us periodically. The service as well as the food and wines were very good.Note: CASH ONLY venue.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Marinated Olives, Hawaiian Bread Pudding

Adam Lindahl

I love this place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jerry Anderson

My favorite Chicago restaurant ?❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bacon Wrapped Dates, Caprese

Dwight Stagg

An amazing late night experience. Showed up around 1130 on a friday night and live Jazz music was being played. A singer, guitarist, and saxophonist were present. The wine and food were delicious, and we were able to order food past midnight no problem.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Paula Cronin

This place is amazing! It's a local husband and wife team that has been around for 18 years. Everytime we go, the food is always delicious. The menu is small but very curated and they always have fantastic wines. If you're not a wine drinker, the bartender can whip up some pretty crazy concoctions on the spot ( and his chocolate martini is delicious)! On the weekends they almost always have great bands playing Bossa Nova, etc. There really isn't any place like it in the city.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Marinated Olives, Hawaiian Bread Pudding

john baker

One of the hidden gems in Chicago. Great food, Great service. The live entertainment was on point. It's also an excellent place to take a date. We look forward to going back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Yadi Alfaro

Great location, phenomenal service, outstanding music

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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