Quick and efficient ordering, we sat outside and I really liked the seating out there. It felt very…read moreromantic but casual. The servers were super sweet. The food is incredible. The focaccia and the pastas we got were a 10/10. It just all tastes so fresh and like a home cooked meal. We got the focaccia appetizer, the spaghetti, tagliatelle and I got a Negroni sbagliato and my boyfriend had a NA beer. All was great and we had a very nice dinner here.

After visiting the Renegade Crafts Fair, we walked down Division Street looking for a restaurant…read morefor dinner. We discovered Tortello. My husband was attracted by the Michelin Bib Gourmand signs displayed outside, although I noticed they were for 2022-2024, not 2025 or 2026. I also checked Yelp and saw that they had a 4.3-star rating, so we decided to give it a try. It turns out Tortello only accepts walk-ins and does not take reservations. You order from the menu board behind the cashier and pay at the counter, including the tip, before your food is served. You are then given a number to place on any available table. Drinks are picked up from the counter, while the servers bring the cooked food to your table. Staff were friendly and patient. We were not familiar with the menu and it took us a while to decide what to order. It is a rather small pasta place with a row of small tables with banquette and chair seating indoors. We found a table on the outdoor patio in the front which was nice. I had a Zero Proof Hugo Spritz ($10), which was more like a soda. My husband had a glass of House White Wine ($10), and my daughter ordered an Aperol Spritz ($15). For food, my husband and I each ordered a Squid Ink Bucatini ($32 x 2) - Prawns, roasted tomato butter, cherry tomatoes, and garlic scrapes. It was also recommended by the cashier. The flavors were good, but each plate had only 3 prawns, with the detached heads included, which made the plate look a little more filled. My husband felt that the prawns weren't particularly fresh and said that 1 of his 3 seemed close to being stale. Portions were not large, it was enough for me though. For this price point, it was just okay. My daughter did not complain about her Cacio e Pepe ($24) - Spaghetti alla chitarra, imported aged pecorino and pepper. I shared a couple of bites, although the pasta was tasty, it was too al dente and hard to chew. Although we enjoyed the ambiance and service, the food of the night was a bit disappointing. A casual meal that cost $140 before tip was a bit on the pricier side. It included a 3% "Wellness Surcharge". With tips the meal came to $160. We had desserts from the Original Rainbow Cone right next door, which was a nice way to finish the evening. .

This place is a hidden gem! We love the wood (oak) interior…read morewhich feels like more hip but still friendly like a local diner. We went in for a Saturday or Sunday brunch and were able to walk in. The service was overall friendly and fast. The French omelet was heavenly. I am usually not an omelette person generally prefer a regular fried egg because I find the homogenous mixed egg to be a bit boring but with the filling inside this was a perfect balance of taste. I didn't get to take a pic to accompany it but the potatoes were also delicious. I can't wait to revisit

Very busy for brunch! Diner vibes. Definitely need a reservation if you are coming for brunch on a…read moreweekend. Service was a little slower than I would expect. I got the blueberry maple latte and it was delicious. On the sweeter side so keep that in mind. I would reorder every day if I could. For food, I ordered the Monte Cristo. This is not really a traditional Monte Cristo. They made the sandwich with bread that was a little too thick and added Dijon mustard. The mustard was all I could taste even after smothering it in the maple syrup they give you (they did not add the fruit jam that is usual for the Monte Cristo).

My goal is to try 50 new Chicago restaurants in 2025!…read more Restaurant: 47/50 Month tried: August Favorite dish: Arrabbiata Waiitttt I was so pleasantly surprised by Pasta Fasta (now PastaFi)! I was expecting fast food pasta, but instead got flavorful sauces, lots of customization options, and well-cooked pasta. The Arrabbiata was restaurant-quality and actually had a kick. We added chicken to it and it was good chicken, no rubbery chewiness like chicken pastas tend to get. I also had a creamy pesto sauce that was very good. Service took about 60 seconds and I was in and out very quickly. This is an amazing option for a quick pick up in LP!

This review is for take-out service. I had never heard of Pasta Fasta until The Queen decided to…read moreorder dinner for everyone. This was her choice and I have to say it was a good one. The menu gives you options on the size: small, medium and large. The pasta arrived in these cute take-out boxes that resembled those like Chinese take-out. Good solid construction to prevent leakage and they hold up well the next day to microwave and eat from the box, if that is your thing. I didn't hold out hope of the meal being anything other than something solid to eat, and since I was not paying or having cook, I rolled with it. I ordered the Spinach Ricotta Cheese with lemon and heavy cream. The Doctor and The Queen got the Bolognese. For my order, I added chicken to it. The size of the box is deceiving: when I poured the contents out of the box and into a bowl, there was a lot of pasta! So much that I could not finish it all and had some leftovers for breakfast the next day. The flavors were really good and the pasta and chicken were well done. The sauce was very good as well. I would definitely do this again. I tried some of The Doctor's Bolognese and that was also a nice. I like that they also have add-ons to the pasta orders so you can dress up your dish, like extra cheese, sauce, broccoli, sunflower seeds, cherry tomatoes and olives. For a quick and easy, but delish take out pasta meal, Pasta Fasta is the place to go to.

My first time having brunch at Angelina's and as every meal I have it's fabulous! I got the special…read morewhere I have unlimited mimosas with my breakfast. My family got omelettes vegetarian burritos, and we got every dessert on the menu. I love love love Angelina's restaurante. I made sure to get another T-shirt.. Until next time

I decided to give Angelina Ristorante 3 stars instead of 2 solely because of the fantastic staff…read more Unfortunately, as far as the food goes, I wouldn't recommend it, nor will I be visiting again. The Food Breakdown: Cavatelli Shrimp Pesto (3/5): This was the best dish of the night, but it was ultimately just average. Lasagna Di Verdure (2/5): Pretty disappointing and lacked the flavor you'd expect. Pollo Angelina (1/5): A major miss. I really didn't enjoy this one at all. Service (4/5): The saving grace of the night! The service was good, and the staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and nice. Ambiance (2/5): Very plain and basic. There wasn't much atmosphere to speak of. Final Verdict: If you're going just for friendly service, the team here is great. But because the food was such a letdown, I won't be back.

One of our neighborhood favorites, Pasta Bowl never disappoints. Kudos to our server Danielle who…read moreis attentive, engaging and welcoming. Try to sit near the open kitchen and marvel at how Salso runs his 9 burners like a conductor leading the orchestra. Did we mention how much we adore the pasta puttanesca with chicken? When you're in the Lincoln Park neighborhood and crave some carbs, this is the place.

The pasta was great,the sauce was rich and the portions are huge, each dish serving two people…read morepretty much. They didn't skimp on the meat. However it was a bit oily especially the pesto. The bread that came with was just okay. The server was very friendly. The inside is very nice, though there are a few steps that feel like they'd be easy to trip on. There are portraits of shelter dogs on the walls with plaques if they were donated which is very cute.

Such a cute spot in Lakeview! The food was SO good, the drinks were delicious, and the patio was…read moreadorable. Everything we had was amazing, and it's such a fun place for a dinner or drinks with friends. Definitely recommend! (It's also dog friendly which I loved)

Loved the outdoor seating Gnocchi was delicious…read more Waiter was super sweet Great for a birthday dinner

Delicious food, great service, wonderful ambiance! Cane here for our anniversary and we left badly…read moreand stuffed.

The pollo milanese is AMAZING! I would pay $100 for that meal. The presentation is way above the…read moreexpectation, the portion was perfect. I was worried after seeing pictures, but it's two breasts of chicken, and a good portion of pasta underneath, with the salad overtop. The flavors all mesh together SO well. The service was spectacular. I'm going to be DREAMING about this meal.

My roommate and I came to Figo to celebrate our first week of work and it did not disappoint! We…read moreordered two glasses of white wine, an order of two types of cheese (hard and soft), the burrata, the meatballs, and the tuna crudo. Our waitress was very sweet and made our experience amazing. Will definitely be back because the atmosphere of the restaurant was perfect for a nice dinner

In an area packed with casual food spots, Figo is spicing things up! It's upscale but not…read morepretentious- perfect for meeting up with friends when you want to feel a little fancy without going through hoops getting ready. The staff was super attentive and kind, checking on us frequently. My friend and I stopped by for happy hour, and this should absolutely make it onto the list of the best in town. They have delicious wine, cocktails, and bites for nearly half of the regular price. I opted for the happy hour prosecco to drink, which was light-bodied and not too sweet. We split the meatballs and dates for bites and both were outstanding. I was super impressed with how tender the meatballs were, and they did not skimp on the flavorful marinara and cheese! The dates, which were topped with a white wine cheese sauce, were mouth-wateringly delicious and a must order. There was also complimentary focaccia with olive oil, which was greatly appreciated. With sea salt on top and a crispy exterior, I could easily have eaten a whole loaf. The only note I have is that the portions are small, so if you don't come during happy hour the prices are a bit steep for what you get. Will 100% be back soon to try more of the menu and highly recommend making the trek over here!

The pizza was so good. You can add toppings if you want to the existing options or build your own…read more Crust was SO GOOD. Will be back!!

We were picking up food at a nearby market for our new year meal and decided to grab dinner. Pizza…read moresounded good and we stumbled upon Pizzeria Serio. We ordered to go, but it looked too good to wait until we got home, so we decided to eat in the car. The pizza was excellent! The crust is phenomenal. It's basically a delicious Neapolitan crust made into an east coast style pie. The right amount of sauce and cheese, both of which are great. The pepperoni is great as well. We liked it so much, we drove up five miles to get it a second time...and devoured it in the car again! If the restaurant was closer, it would be our go to pizza. I mentioned it to two friends/colleagues at the office and both enjoy Pizzeria Serio as well. One has made it a near weekly stop. We will be back! - B