Pelago Ristorante

Excellent food for our last visit to Pelago. It has been a favorite restaurant for many years. One thing I always hate, however, is that they don't bring your leftovers to the table. They leave them “up front.” But if the coat checker forgets to give it to you, you leave without them. Literally happens every time I eat there. The portions are huge that the leftovers could be two more meals, but they get left “somewhere” up front, a spot I've never seen. Also often the...read full review

This is a review from Aug 27, 2022. We were 2 couples, we didn’t reserve an specific place and we were sat outside (nice patio to enjoy a Summer night). Our waiter was adorable and very professional, spoke Italian with one of the people on our party, suggested from appetizers through main course and dessert. The minor issue was when the check came, they were our of the wine we initially ordered, suggested another one on the same price, and we acceptes it. When the check came...read full review

10/10 from experience to food. This small Italian restaurant is perfect for a Chicago winter evening. Make sure to order the pasta starter which gives you a taste of about 5 different pastas. It’s fun to do with a group or partner and compare which one everyone likes the most. It’s a great idea, so you can try more than 1 pasta and not feel grossly full. Pelago is quiet, small, and classy. I love it! P.S. their starter bread and butter is addicting (see image).