Il Milanese Ristorante
$$$ • Italian Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Il Milanese Ristorante
Customers' Favorites
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Panna Cotta Al Pistacchio
Maialino with Risotto
Bucatini Carbonara
Zucchini Foccacia
Veal Chop Emilia
Robespierre Steak
Fried Calamari
Fiori Di Zucca
Arugula Salad
Il Milanese Ristorante Reviews
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Absolutely a vibe - great service, cocktails, and fresh pasta.
I discovered this gem during restaurant week two years ago, and I've been a fan ever since. The food is amazing, I'm particular the Carbonara pasta is one of the best I've ever had. The apps are also all winners. The best part about this place is Rudy, the bartender, who makes best drinks and is always so much fun to chat with! I love to bring friends who've never been here, it has such a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
My friends absolutely love Il Milanese, so they made sure to bring me here on my first trip to Chicago—and now I completely understand why.
The food was incredible, especially the carbonara. It was hands down one of the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly creamy, full of flavor, and the kind of dish you keep thinking about after you leave.
The service was just as amazing. Rudy was fantastic—friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even more...read full review
The food was incredible, especially the carbonara. It was hands down one of the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly creamy, full of flavor, and the kind of dish you keep thinking about after you leave.
The service was just as amazing. Rudy was fantastic—friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even more...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 10PM |
| Friday | 5 - 10:30PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10:30PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
Il Milanese Ristorante is a beautiful restaurant with a great menu and excellent service. The tuna tartare and pastas are highly recommended. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere, whether sitting at the bar, inside, or outside. The menu features a variety of delicious dishes, including carpaccio, zucchini blossoms, and tortelloni with amaretto cookies. The wild boar with homemade pappardelle and the panna cotta al pistachio are also popular choices.
The focaccia alone is worth writing home about—pillowy, warm, and absolutely addictive. The short rib is fall-apart tender and full of rich, deep flavor. The veal ossobuco is also a popular choice, with every dish being unforgettable. The service is impeccable, and the food is fresh and amazing. The steak is absolutely perfect, and the vibe is upbeat. The staff is friendly and offers great affordable dining.
The restaurant offers an authentic Italian experience, with a knowledgeable bartender and a friendly owner who makes an effort to greet guests. It is the go-to spot for high-class dining with a phenomenal atmosphere, and the best Italian food in Chicago.