Torchio Pasta Bar
$$$ • Italian, Pet Friendly, Vegan
Hours:
738 N Wells St, Chicago
(312) 643-0543
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Hours
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
Friday | 5 - 10PM |
Saturday | 4 - 10PM |
Sunday | Closed |
Torchio Pasta Bar in Chicago offers a wide variety of pasta dishes, including truffle and fried burrata fettuccine, short rib papparadelle, and orecchiette in red sauce. The ambiance with brick walls and dim lighting creates a cozy atmosphere suitable for dates or gatherings. Customers praise the tasty food, such as fried artichoke appetizers, scallops + bacon pasta, braised short rib pasta, and seafood diavolo. The restaurant is known for its awesome handmade pasta and large portion sizes, making it a popular choice for friends and family outings. The staff provides friendly and attentive service, often checking in and keeping glasses filled without being intrusive. Many diners have enjoyed the experience, describing it as one of the best pasta spots in Chicago and River North, with reasonable prices for high-quality food. Vegetarian options like truffle pasta, tomato burrata pasta, and gnocchi are also available. The chef's wife and owner studied in Italy with the "Nonnas," and the restaurant is their retirement project. Overall, Torchio Pasta Bar is highly recommended for delicious pasta and a welcoming dining experience.