Viaggio Restaurant Chicago

I was very worried as I'd never been to Viaggio before. I had 3 very logical relatives in tow. We were going to see Kathleen Madigan @ the Chicago Theater. Since my brother-in-law is Italian, I wanted to make sure I made him happy with my plan. From the bread and green pepper starter, to the attendant who ensured our water glasses were always full, to the other attendant who observed we'd devoured our bread and delicious green peppers, the waiter who understood our logistics, everything was exceptional. Everyone at our table LOVED the Italian sausage and green pepper appetizer and the fresh Italian bread. Every entree was perfection. In particular, I loved my gnocchi. Our waiter was amazing and really attentive to our time table. Thanks for making everything SO MEMORABLE!

Loved the atmosphere and the food was outstanding. Our waiter Marco created a lovely dining experience for our group!

We have been going there for years first in Lincoln park and then to the locations on Madison, we find the food to be unbelievable from the meatball salad to any of their main dishes. In over twenty years (maybe more) we have enjoyed ourselves there. Great place to go to for a great Italian dinner before a Blackhawks or Bulls game as it's on Madison just east of the United Center.

It was my wife's 50th Birthday dinner, The Food , Service were excellent. The Bartender Angela was great , she knew exactly what kind of wine my wife would love. It really made her night . We can't to go back. Angela & Dave Thank you so much for making it a beautiful night for my well deserved wife on her birthday.

Second time there. Great experience. Perfect ambience. Food and drink were excellent. Service was incredible - great teamwork amongst the sever(s), bus team, hostesses, bartenders, etc... Will certainly be back.

The best Italian food we've ever experienced. Every course was delicious, the service was impeccable, and the entire experience was flawless.

Meatball salad is a must. Pork Chop Parm was outstanding. Hadn't been here since they moved to the new location. Have no idea why not. Food is just as good if not better.

Great place to go in general for good food, good service, and a good vibe. Really good spot before Hawks games too!

First time there last night food was excellent

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fabulous food and amazing service. Quite a gem in the west loop. This was our second time here and great both times. My husband had the lasagna and I had the salmon. Both excellent followed by an amazing chocolate lava cake for dessert.

Awesome staff awesome food eight or several times before a Blackhawks game my favorite place

The food was good, nothing mind blowing, but not complaining about that, the ambiance a usual Italian style…

where I felt a little miffed was all the separate charges for all the little things… e.g. my husband ordered a vodka pasta and the waiter asked does he want sausage, peas, etc. as if it is part of the pasta, then when we got the bill each thing he asked about was all a separate charge. It’s the principle of the matter not the price of every little nickel and dimming. Also, what is this surcharge? What are all these hidden things?

While the waiters were nice, even though I mentioned we were celebrating 2 birthdays at least 2 times as well as in the reservation…not sure why they only acknowledged 1 birthday. Unless again it was about the nickel and dimming.

Also, as a side note, the little chocolate cake they offered my son was so small… yet they came with 5 dishes for sharing… Huh? So again the waiter “suggests” more desserts… thinking it would be small like that piece of cake, he steers us to 2 more desserts… they are HUGE. While that is theoretically nice…

Most waiters at other high end places will mention hey they are pretty big, as to alert you in case you are full… but nope…

Anyways, all in all did not like the feeling of being had in the end. Definitely would go elsewhere for good pasta and upfront pricing.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 2

Cozy spot in the West Loop with amazing Italian food and friendly service. The pasta is flavorful, portions are generous, and the desserts are a perfect finish. Great for a date night or casual dinner with friends.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was good, nothing mind blowing, but not complaining about that, the ambiance a usual Italian style... where I felt a little miffed was all the separate charges for all the little things... e.g. my husband ordered a vodka pasta and the waiter asked does he want sausage, peas, etc. as if it is part of the pasta, then when we got the bill each thing he asked about was all a separate charge. It's the principle of the matter not the price of every little nickel and dimming. Also, what is this surcharge? What are all these hidden things? While the waiters were nice, even though I mentioned it was for 2 birthdays, when they ignored my mentioning it twice not sure why they only acknowledged 1 birthday. Anyways, all in all did not like the feeling of being had in the end. Definitely would go elsewhere for good pasta and upfront pricing.

Service was on point. The grilled calamari was a nice change of pace to start the meal which melted in your mouth (veal Parm). The cake was the perfect blend of decadent and delicious.