50 Best Italian Restaurants near Winnetka

“My sister and I both ordered the grilled salmon. She asked for her to be cooked through; I asked for mine to be prepred per chef's recommendation. Both of our dishes were prepared to our specifications. Mine was seared on the outside and tender moist on the inside. To add to that perfection, the sunchoke purée had an amazing mélange of flavors. I finished my meal with the Scorza Dolce--also packed with flavor.I have now had three meals that were so exquisitely flavorful that they will stick in my mind forever (previous two are from 1981 and 2005). My salmon at Mino's is now my #1 all-time favorite meals!“

“The food is delicious and the people are extremely friendly. I am a big fan and highly recommend there Eggplant Parmigiano, beet salad, curries, and Spaghetti marinara. But you can’t go wrong, food is top quality. They make my life easier after a long day at work. Oh, and one of the best brownies I have ever had!“

“Fresh and delicious attention to detail. Just had a deep dish pizza with red onion and yellow peppers. Perfect balance of flavors.“

“Great food as usual!“

“Outstanding Northern Italian-inspired cuisine! Wonderful dining experience. Delicious food and excellent service.“

“An intimate space, but the entrées and desserts were excellent and the service was pleasant and efficient. A modest, but reasonable wine list.“

“We always look forward to takeout (during COVID) and look forward to seeing you in person. Pizza is always fantastic!!! Always!“

“We had a wonderful dinner here celebrating my wife’s birthday, it was truly a memorable evening. The restaurant was warm, comfortable, and inviting, the staff made us feel very welcome from the moment we arrived. We enjoyed the chicken piccata and the porterhouse steak, both were excellent. A special thank you to our waiter, Edion, who was friendly, attentive, and made our evening even more enjoyable. We were especially glad he recommended the arancini, they were delicious! Overall, it was a fantastic experience with great food, a welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional service. We will definitely be back!“

“It is always a pleasure dining here. Wonderful service is always provided. Great food with large portions. The cocktails are amazing! Let’s not forget the tasty appetizers and scrumptious desserts!!! GA must try!! You will not be disappointed!!“

“Great food, great people!“

“I always stop when I’m nearby!“

“I only get up here from Florida every few years. Always make it a point to stop in with my cousin. I’ve never been disappointed in the food or service.“

“Wonderful all around. Amazing food,amazing wait staff, 10/10 atmosphere as well.“

“Food was excellent as always and our server Moses made it extra special. Always one of my favorites!“

“Really good Italian food and ambiance!“

“Omar gave great service! Good was very good (ravioli with tomato cream). Good for kids too!“

“Four of us went Carlos and Carlos to celebrate three August birthdays. The staff was very friendly, accommodating, and courteous. You need to be prepared to read an extensive menu with specials of Italian dishes including pasta, veal, fish and meat to meet range of tastes. Also, available were soups, salads, desserts and appetizers with a decent wine list. Definitely worth a return visit.“

“I had my baby shower at Mia Francesca and everything turned out perfect! The staff were helpful and attentive and the food was amazing. All of my guests were complimenting the food and how cute the restaurant is. I would highly recommend booking an event at Mia Francesca.“

“Jose the server was exceptional. Attentive, courteous and friendly. The food was delicious. The atmosphere is lovely. Everything was an A+. Would definitely recommend. Homemade pastas and sauce. Chef even came to our table to see how we were enjoying the food“

“So glad I tried and continue to enjoy Maria’s Italian Bakery and Cafe! This authentic spot offers wonderful service and excellent quality menu items— highly recommend!“

“Delicious food Free uncorking Excellent service Romantic atmosphere“

“This neighborhood restaurant located in downtown Skokie, but with adequate parking options available, is superb. Their USDA Prime Rib Eye steak is on a par with any served with the abundance of high end steakhouses here in the Chicago area. My companion "raved" about her Lamb Chops as well. Should you choose to go, be sure to ask for a table with Eva; this gal is absolutely the epitome of servers you will find at any level of restaurants. Go and enjoy; we sure did!!!“

“What an amazing experience! My daughter had the best birthday meal and we enjoyed all our amazing food! Fresh and homemade doesn’t get much better than that. The place is smaller which was fined we got there during the dinner rush. She had been wanting bread bowl with her pasta, and this place did not disappoint! Such flavor and so delicious! Worth the 2 hour drive! We will definitely be back!“

“Best food,great service,Love The Open windows beautiful summer breezes, it’s a Delight💜🩷🩵Fun🎊🎉and great desserts and did I mention the food is fabulous!!“

“Amazing and now I love the tacos 🥰“

“Great Food! Great Service! Always a Favorite❤️“

“Quaint place with excellent food and cocktails at a reasonable price. The service was exceptional in this unexceptional restaurant environment. Our Server was excellent. She didn’t miss a beat! We enjoyed the evening.“

“My palette’s lack of sophistication prevents me from doing justice reviewing the menu items I enjoyed, but my belly is satisfied , and there were no leftovers; however, no matter the exquisite culinary notes I, likely, missed that a more refined pallet might’ve identified, there’s no way there was anything on a plate in the Chicago land area this evening that matched the atmosphere, service, and proud history shared by the staff and current owner, a descendant of the original owners who established the restaurant 123 years ago. A truly delightful experience that I intend to repeat as often as I’m able!“

“The restaurant vibe is romantic, candle lit and cozy. Indoor and outdoor seating. The service was stellar, especially our server Luis.
He was excellent- very charming, knowledgeable and attentive. We had the Linguini Alla Vongole, Polpo and Creme Brulee highly recommend! So good! Also they have these delicious pistachio shots and I loved their red wine.“

“Delightful owners, excellent customer service. The best lasagna we have ever tasted. It melts in your mouth. Beyond delicious!!!!“

“L’Angolo Italiani a gem in the heart of Rogers Park is a restaurant where Italian food and culture meet.The chef Paola cooks authentic and delicious Italian food and Daniela the founder of Sentieri Italiani, an Italian language and cultural center, make this an original place where you can taste real Italian food at a reasonable price and experience cultural events ( book presentations, lectures, movies etc…) which explain what Italy is about. L’A.I. is a unique place not to be missed!“

“We went to Washington Garden’s last night with friends hoping to enjoy some good Italian food. The food was delicious! The portions were large and the waitress couldn’t have been nicer. We will be returning soon. 🥰👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Excellent service, amazing food. Gelato is incredible! :) Very nice people there, too! Will definitely return!“

“Everything is fresh and delicious! They really have something for everyone including vegan! It’s fast food only in the sense that it is fast. It’s very affordable too and we love their points program! Love their cheese ravioli and meatballs! I also love the Rainbow cone which is a Chicago original! It may seem like a weird combination of flavors but it works! Great customer service!“

“The service was excellent, and the food was delicious. We will definitely be back! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼“

“Came for a celebratory dinner on Saturday evening with my family. CJ was patient and hospitable and took great care of us. The food was fresh, with hearty portion sizes and full of classic Italian flavors.

We look forward to dining here again! :)“

“They had great food !! I liked their chicken with sauce on it !! Very tasty !!“

“Very tasty, good service. Great food. Much better than the Italian restaurant that used to be here.

We had grilled octopus, shrimp, calamari platter and it was awesome. The house salad is made with arugula and baby tomatoes and delicious.

Meatballs and pasta is also fantastic.“

“great food, great service, good times.“

“Todd and his daughter & staff are incredible . their wonderful service made my family dinner something so special. Everyone who works at this tiny gem is so welcoming. In a time when it seems every restaurant experience is rushed and rotten- Viaggo puts personal touch and love into every moment. Thank you so much Todd we will be back .“

“Grew up on them. Still love them to this day. I just wish they would expand!“

“One of our favorites!!! Delicious Italian food. Great portions. Julianna and Marco are the best ever. So attentive and friendly!! Courtney,one of many great servers, is the best!! Thank you Pazzi for being the best Italian Restaurant in Park Ridge ❤️“

“Cucina is fantastic the customer service is always great! The food is delicious I have visited them about twice a year for the last 5 years and I have never had any bad off of the menu. Everything is always so fresh and tasty. From the steak and Salmon to the pasta WOW and the dessert. The whole place is beautifully decorated I would recommend this to everyone!“

“amazing food and awesome staff!!“

“My cousins were there yesterday at 4 and they brought me some pizza since I was at work. Thank you for the great Martino's Special and the Vegetarian Special! My family has been going here for almost 60 years! (since 1967)“

“Thank you Paninos for fast turn around and great food for our group tonight. The food was a big hit.“

“Carry out was outstanding! Helped tide us over until we are all able to eat here and in all restaurants again! 👍🏼“

“Ovvio provided the best dining experience I've had this year. The service was excellent. With its open air dining, weather permitting, the atmosphere is amazing. The food was outstanding. We had the muscles and chicken parmesan. I especially want to recognize Nate, the restaurant's manager, who went above and beyond to make our visit incredible. We will return very soon.“

“Stopped in for dinner last night. Food was excellent. The gnocchi and penne pasta were some of the best I’ve had. The gnocchi literally melted in the mouth!“