I booked Coda di Volpe through Resy for my birthday and had high expectations. The restaurant printed "Happy Birthday" with my name on the menu, which made me hopeful for a thoughtful experience. Unfortunately, the evening fell far short. The rigatoni lacked depth and flavor -- at places like Tre Dita or Ciccio Mio, a bite of pasta feels intentional and satisfying, but here it felt flat and forgettable. There was also a stray piece of a different pasta mixed into the rigatoni. When I pointed it out, the response was that the pasta is made in-house and must have gotten mixed in, followed by asking if the entire dish was like that. The response felt minimizing and missed the point -- it made the experience feel sloppy, not thoughtful. When we asked for crushed red pepper to help with the flavor, we were given a very small amount to share between two people. The wine service felt inconsistent. The majority of nearby tables had proper stemmed wine glasses -- including the table next to us who ordered the same wine by the glass -- yet we were given stemless tumblers. When I asked, I was told stemmed glasses are only provided if requested or when ordering a bottle. That explanation didn't align with what we saw around us and felt like a justification rather than a real explanation. The glass we received felt more like something you'd drink from at home, not what you'd expect at a restaurant at this price point. The lack of standardization made the experience feel less polished. The "special" focaccia was especially disappointing -- more like a dry, cardboard-like flatbread than anything worth the price. During service, a server's coat fell onto the dish as it was being delivered, and the server described the pasta as "beautiful," which didn't match the reality of the dish. The espresso martini was extremely bitter and not enjoyable. The complimentary birthday gelato, offered only after I raised a concern, was also disappointing -- it appeared to be a fruit flavor, but it was so bland that neither of us could identify it and we left it after one bite. Between the food, drinks, service, and overall execution, the experience felt inconsistent and unpolished rather than celebratory or well-executed. The space is attractive and lively, but we left disappointed and ended up going elsewhere to salvage the evening. read more

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This is one of my fav Italian places! Cute little place with great pizza and even better pasta!my favorite pasta is the crab malfadine. I could eat it every day. Also family friendly. Good service. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Diavola pizza - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

One of my favorites in Chicago. Consistently delicious in just about every way. Surprisingly family-friendly. Service is great, too. I recommend it to anyone and everyone. Go, get their frozen cocktail, get their pasta, pizza, anything. read more

Coda Di Volpe is definitely a must visit. I placed an order online and the pizza was ready by the promised time. The pick up window is on the side of the building. The restaurant itself was packed and so was the pick up window. I ordered their Margherita Pizza and their Spicy Pepperoni from the Foxhole. Both pizzas were delicious but their Spicy Pepperoni was definitely my favorite. It came with mozzarella, red sauce, Calabrian chilli paste and pepperoni on a square cut Sicilian style pizza. I will definitely be returning very soon. read more

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All the food was so fresh and flavorful. Service was great. Can't wait to go back and try more options. The focaccia was delicious and the crab pasta was one of my favorite pasta dishes I've had. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Spicy Tagliolini di Granchio - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Family had dinner here - we had a reservation for 6 and they were very accommodating when we needed to add another to the table last minute. Wait staff helped with our shrimp and gluten allergies. There were tons of gluten free options for the pizza. Really a yummy spot to try!! read more

Best Italian spot in the Lakeview area! Service is attentive and ambience is great for a special occasion. We tried a few different pizzas and pastas and they were all great - my favorite was the mafaldine with lemon/crab, which is fresh and light. Portions are pretty small but worth for the price. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We came for an early dinner in Labor Day and had a great meal. There was no wait either, but it was busy. So make a reservation if you're a bigger party. We both got the lavender lemonade, and shared the arancini and rigatoni. Everything was awesome. The arancini comes in a creamy green sauce, and has corn in it which I've never seen before. Either way, it was divine. Then we shared the rigatoni, which was also great. We were told the portion is big, so they split it for us. Would love to try more when I'm in town again. read more

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I extensively researched where to eat near Lakeview East for a group of eight. Our daughter was coming to town from Denver to celebrate her 28th birthday with friends, whom all live in the area. We drove from Cincinnati to meet her. From the first time I called to make a reservation for a large party to the re-scheduling to the following weekend due to a death in the family, the girl(s) on the phone could not be more professional and accommodating. I was told they would make it work but we might have to sit outside as the 8-top already had a reservation for Oct. 17th. However, when we arrived, we were seated right away at an 8-top inside. Our server, Viridiana, was so great and took very good care of us. As the plethora of drink orders came at her, she was cool as a cucumber and delivered the drinks, and the continuation of drinks throughout the night, with accuracy. She chuckled when I handed her my phone with our entire party's order and said "This is awesome. Are you in the service industry?" No, we are just foodies with an understanding of how hard it is to take care of a large group, and any little bit helps. Our pizzas and apps came out quickly, followed by all the pastas. We took a vote and here were the favorites dishes of the night: The Corn and Truffle Arancini, Fagioli Fritti, Sea Salt Focaccia, Spicy Mafaldine (!!!) Bucatini add meatballs, Rigatoni con Ragu, and all of the pizzas. The only dish we all didn't love was the Cacio e Pepe. They gave us a complimentary large Lemon Sundae for the birthday! That was a perfect bite for us all to share to end the evening. I will recommend Coda Di Volpe to everyone I know who is going to be in the area, and when we visit again, they will be the first reservation we make. Ciao! read more

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Coda di Volpe is a neighborhood gem in Lakeview that does Italian right. The highlight of my meal was the bucatini with meatballs -- perfectly al dente pasta with tender, flavorful meatballs that felt both hearty and comforting. The buffalo mozzarella was another standout, fresh and creamy with that rich tang you hope for. I also tried the prosciutto pizza -- the flavors were spot on, but the crust could use a little more structure. The undercarriage was soft, which made it a bit difficult to eat, and left the overall bite a touch soggy. Still tasty, just could be improved with a crisper base. Overall, a very good experience. Great atmosphere, solid service, and dishes that really showcase the kitchen's strengths. With just a little refinement on the pizza crust, this would easily be a five-star spot. read more

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Just as fantastic as the first time, great food and staff. We tried some new items: - Corn & Truffle Arancini - Sea Salt & Wild Oregano Focaccia - Varacalli's Spicy Panuzzo I would recommend each one. read more

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Score is heavily carried by the value, pistachio pizza, and tiramisu. The lack of structural integrity in the undercarriage was quite disappointing. Not a big fan of pizza that disintegrates as you go further in. The pistachio pizza held it together better, prob due to lack of sauce. Was quite enjoyable actually. Good flavors. The sausage pizza however deconstructed real quick hence the 44/50 ranking of pizza in the US. Focaccia was solid, prob hard to mess up and Tiramisu was delightful. A bit too mascarpone-y but there are worse things. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Mortadella e Pistachio** - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We had reservations for a Monday evening and were seated right away on the patio. Service was quick and attentive, which set the tone for a great night. For drinks, I ordered the Lady Lavender, light, floral, and the perfect refreshing summer cocktail, while my husband went with a beer. To start, we had the sea salt and wild oregano focaccia, which is an absolute must-try. The bread was warm and flavorful, and pairing it with the whipped ricotta was heavenly. For our main, we shared the Tartufo pizza. It had a nice balance of flavors with a subtle truffle note that wasn't overpowering. Overall, we really enjoyed our evening at Coda di Volpe. The food, drinks, and service were all great, and we'd definitely recommend it and look forward to going back! read more

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One of my favorite places in the Southport Corridor! The service is always quick, easy, and the servers are always so kind.  We opted into getting the cacio e pepe, focaccia, their summer salad, and tiramisu.  The starters of the focaccia and summer burrata salad were delicious! The bread was so soft and fluffy and perfectly salted. The Summer salad was so so fresh and hit the spot with all the flavors coming together.  The Cacio e pepe is one of my favorite cacio e pepe's I have ever tried in Chicago. The noodles soak up every bit of the sauce perfectly. We have gotten the pizza's in the past and I promise you can't go wrong with what you pick. The rigatoni ragu is also very good with season and the pork sausage is super flavorful.  The tiramisu was on the sweeter side for me which I don't love, but I can see why others would really like it! The wine list is fantastic. The cocktails and mocktails are also made well.  Fun Fact: they have a "to go " window called the foxhole where you can get foccacio + square cut pizzas to go! They have tons of space that's kid friendly and a fantastic patio. read more

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Love everything about this place. FYI one pizza feeds one person. Delicious. Great cocktails too! read more

Coda Di Volpe - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fantastic Italian restaurant in the heart of Wrigleyville. They have stone oven pizzas that are fantastic and the homemade pastas are even better. They have a nice variety of drinks with a few local brews on tap. We went for a birthday celebration and the staff customized the menu to add a "happy birthday" top left. They even brought out a dessert with a sparkler so we could all sing happy birthday. Highly recommended! read more

Coda Di Volpe - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Sandwich Rating: 4.3/5. Coda Di Volpe's Spicy Panuzzo Sandwich is incredible. They use their delicious, widely loved pizza dough as the bread, and it elevates the whole sandwich to the next level. They only offer sandwiches on weekends during lunch. I would 100% recommend giving it a try it. Service & Ambiance (Lunchtime): 5/5. The space is bright and welcoming, with big windows that let in tons of natural light. Service was excellent as always - friendly, attentive, and on point. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Varacalli's Spicy Panuzzo Sandwich - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is such a great spot to go with friends and share dishes! All of the food we had was great and came out quick. If you can grab a table outside when the weather is nice, that's definitely the move! read more

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Our second visit, we discovered the restaurant last spring. A really outstanding experience! This time we were in the beautiful dining room (last spring sat on the patio). We just did a walk in immediately at opening, after shopping in the area. Upscale, sophisticated but welcoming. Gorgeous bar, which filled quickly. Love the cozy semi-circular booths for groups of 4-6. We were in a table for 2 by the window. Our server was great, friendly, attentive & very very knowledgeable about the food & the wine. We shared the Delicata Squash, which was outstanding & unlike anything we've had before. Presentation on it was just beautiful (look at my picture!). Better shared by 3 or even 4, but the 2 of us ate it all. We shared the Pizza Mortadella e Pistachio. We had asked our server what were his personal favorites--he said it was difficult but named 3. It was wonderful! They give you some large scissors & you cut it as you go so that the crust stays crispy. We also shared the Cacio e Pepe--yum! A little too much food but everything was so good! Great cocktails, nice wine list. Our server gave us a great recommendation that complemented our food. It is just a really wonderful experience, great staff, beautiful surroundings, wonderful food. Family friendly. Highly recommend, but getting a reservation is advised. Unless you walk in on the dot of opening.... read more

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The best neighborhood joint with amazing food and an incredible staff. Coda Di Volpe has an extensive menu from pasta to pizza to salad. I ventured here on a cold, December afternoon, and I posted up at the bar. Though it is usually quite bustling (definitely get a reservation if you plan on coming for dinner), this afternoon it was a little quieter. It was nice to sit and relax. I ordered a Peroni, but they have incredible cocktails and a full wine list. I also ordered the chopped salad, which was quite large, and I ended up bringing leftovers home. The bar tender was super nice, and I even ran into a friend who was also venturing in the Southport neighborhood that day. It feels super welcoming at Coda, and I am so happy to be closer to this spot. Thank you, and see you soon! read more

Beautiful decor. Sunday night at 5pm. Ordered a drink on the rocks. Very short pour. Just filled up a third of the glass. Usually one orders on the rocks with a better pour. Had to go back to the bar and order a second shot. Turns out they use a 1 oz pour. We also ordered a tequila on the rocks. they served a margarita. Had to send it back. Pizza's were good. Pasta was undercooked ( too firm.... Aldente is not this hard. They rushed cooking). Tomato sauce was plain with no flavor. Was never offered parm cheese for our 4 pasta dishes. Finally found a waiter to ask for it. Very surprised for this restaurant group. read more

I have to agree with most reviews that the pizza here is exceptionally good! We ordered the tartufo and the flavors were perfect! The pasta that we ordered was with sausage ( Rigatoni con Ragu ) and that was below average. I'd definitely go back for the pizza! read more

Coda Di Volpe - Tartufo - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Worth all the hype! I adore a heaping bowl of pasta, and the quality and flavors are stellar. I also like the decor and it's an intimate setting that doesn't get too loud even with the hustle and bustle. The staff were all very nice and accommodating, 10/10 recommend! LOVED the espresso martini. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place runs like a well oiled machine. Came in for my 1 year anniversary and realized that I made the reservation for the wrong date. We were going to go somewhere else but instead the hostess gave us some prosecco, got special menus printed, and a table in less than 10 min. This was on a Thursday at 7pm so peak dinner rush. Coda Di Volpe never ceases to amaze me with their amazing food and service. read more

Such a great restaurant. The servers and all staff are incredibly kind and helpful. Food is amazing. Highly recommend!

We came here for an early dinner on a Saturday because they have good gluten-free options for my celiac girlfriend. As an appetizer, we split a gluten-free margarita focaccia bread/pizza. I'm sure it could've been a meal on its own. My girlfriend enjoyed the gluten-free pasta as well. I had the super diavola pizza. Originally I wasn't going to get a pizza but I saw that they are nationally renowned and everybody's pizza around me just looked so good. It was fantastic with a thinner crust and packed full of flavor. The service here was great. They were very attentive and quick to assuage any concerns about gluten cross-contamination. My girlfriend felt very safe eating here and it made for a lovely date night. read more

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Great atmosphere and food! A lovely upscale Italian restaurant. Pasta and pizza were wonderful. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Gnochetti Sardi - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I definitely feel like this spot is underrated. After going it has risen in rank to one of my fave Italian spots in the city. We sat on the patio and it was a beautiful night especially with the string lights they hang really giving it that cozy feel. We got the spaghetti and meatballs and the soppresatta pizza and everything was so delicious. You can really tell that the pasta is homemade and was cooked perfectly. The pizza was fresh out of the wood fired oven and you could definitely tell it was beyond delicious. We also got the chopped salad to start which was so good to start with, the perfect size for two. Our waitress made it so easy for us to split everything it was an incredible dining experience. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

One of our favorite Italian restaurants in the city! Pasta is always amazing and the pizza is delicious ! read more

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This has become my favorite restaurant! It's a fantastic spot for Saturday night date night. My favorite appetizer is the octopus salad which at first sounded strange, but all it takes is one bite to realize that it has some of the freshest octopus in town. Quality ingredients and creative recipes. I also treat myself to the Italian "Menabrea Bionda" on draught here. Took a take-out box for my entree, so I could order dessert. This time we tried the chocolate almond tarte with lemon sorbet. read more

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This restaurant has been open for a while, and we've noticed that it's always busy and gets good reviews. So when friends were in town, we decided this was perfect place to try. It was a nice night, so we opted to sit outside. There is a large outside area on the south side of the restaurant, but they seated us in a smaller area along Southport. Our server was friendly and animated, and happily took a group photo of our table. We ordered the Focaccia with Whipped Ricotta. It was really delicious, but we found we had some leftover Ricotta, so we asked another server (our waiter was not around) for some plain bread to use it up. He disappeared and never returned. Later when we asked our waiter for bread he told us they didn't have any. If we wanted to finish the Ricotta, we have to order another $10 piece of Focaccia. Nope! I ordered the house made Bucatini Pomodoro with two meatballs for $28. The pasta was tough, not al dente, and the meatballs were rather flavorless. Someone at our table ordered a pizza. After everyone else had been served, we waited and waited and waited for the pizza to arrive. Our waiter came out once, and told us the pizza kitchen was slammed, and it would be a while before it was ready. Twenty minutes later we were still waiting for the pizza. The waiter had never returned with updates, until I got up from the table to find him finally bringing the tardy pizza. Not good. Our friend offered her pizza crust as a way to use up the Ricotta left over from the Focaccia. The pizza was supposedly voted 44th best in the country, but to my eyes and based on the lack of response from my friend, I think that it's overrated. Everyone else at the table was rather mute about their food, too. Because of the pizza delay, dinner lasted way longer than anticipated. So we decided against dessert. At a first look, prices seem to be within reason for a nicer restaurant, but based on the small portion sizes, they are high. I am guessing that Coda's popularity is based on its Southport location and because it's the only Italian restaurant in that very trendy area. This restaurant is okay, but did not live up to its high rating, and was ultimately a disappointment. read more

Met a few friends for dinner outside at coda di volpe. Standouts: pizza & fresh pasta! Cocktail list was interesting: two people got the Strawberry Negroni, which they mentioned was light on the strawberry and heavy on the Negroni. We got a margherita pizza for the table which was the perfect appetizer before mains. For pizza, we ordered the rigatoni Ragu, seasonal gnocchietta (spicy), and spaghetti al nurano. The gnocchi and spaghetti were the favorites of the pastas, bursting with flavor. Service was great and our server was super knowledgeable about the menu and gave solid recommendations for a group of 4! Would go back! Ambience inside was super nice and it was packed for a Tuesday night - overall, a great date spot and place to meet with a group. read more

It was a gorgeous day outside so I decided to sit on the patio. A great call but sitting right next to the plants felt a little tight. However the nice weather and service made up for that in spades. I love a place that gives you a big pitcher of water so that was appreciated. By law I have to try the octopus if I'm in a city near a body of water so I started there and it was cooked perfected. Just the right amount of tender and the charring gave it a nice texture. For my main dish I got the spicy pasta with crab. It was the right portion for a hungry person but not too filling. I didn't find it particularly spicy but the pepper flakes gave it a good crunch and brought it all together. I finished with the lemon sundae which can be easily shared but it was just me. It wasn't too rich and I love lemon so the citrus flavor I loved. I cannot recommend this place more. read more

Coda Di Volpe - Valentina Cubi 'Morar' Amarone - Pizza Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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