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    Denuccis

    3.7 (72 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Huge portion of chicken piccata
    Marc G.

    We wanted a casual dinner, and how can you go wrong with Italian on the North Shore? Denucci's had a short res available, and was right around the corner from our destination. We were seated promptly. The place is a little louder than I prefer; we had a 2 top booth in the rear of the resto that tempered the sound level a bit, but keep in mind it's not a "quiet place". The menu is straightforward; pizzas, pastas, proteins. We started with the arancini; they were great (and a large portion, to boot). I had the house made pasta with Bolognese, and she had the chicken piccata. Both dishes were wonderful; again, really large portions. Service was fast and friendly, and dinner for two with tip didn't break $80 Recommended for a good southern Italian meal in Highland Parl.

    Pistachio gelato sundae
    Zuzana K.

    Beautiful decor, friendly staff, delicious food and well equipped bar. DeNucci is a welcome addition to downtown Highland Park. Their menu has a perfect dish for everyone, from pizza to veal scalloping. True to the Italian inspiration, the menu prominently features several amari. For your convenience, DeNucci offers valet parking, online ordering, and reservations on Resy platform.

    Michael W.

    What to do on the 4th of July when it's cloudy, raining and everything is cancelled? Find out who is open and go out to eat with good friends; and that is exactly what we did. Thank you Denuccis for being open on the holiday. I am sure you were glad you were because the place was packed! This was my first time dining in at this establishment. We made a reservation on the earlier side, arrived and were seated shortly. Service was great. My food was even better. I cheated and viewed some Yelp food photos before we went so I could get a feel for the menu. I had a pretty good idea what I was going to order but it all looked good. I ended up ordering the spaghetti lemon and added some grilled shrimp to it. I was not disappointed, it was absolutely delicious and the shrimp were perfectly grilled. For dessert , I opted for the pistachio blondie sundae to share. Usually desserts are meh for me, but not this one, it was delicious. I would totally order both again. The atmosphere was casual elegant and everyone seemed in a great mood. We had some fabulous drinks while we were there but when the bill came, determined that they were charging $17 per cocktail!! Ouch! I like a good drink, but for that price I can make it at home. So next time, no drinks, just good eats.

    Cavatappi ragu
    Agnes S.

    I'm surprised that this place is rated as average, because we are a couple of foodies and this is definitely our new favorite place in town. We ordered the arancini and artichokes to start, which were both very delicious and the perfect blend of savory and interesting flavors. My husband, who doesn't like artichoke typically, said he really enjoyed the starter and would get it again. As our mains, we requested family style cavatappi ragu and tagliatelle bolognese. The cavatappi was served with short rib that was very rich, meaty, and a well-seasoned and saucy. Both pastas were handmade and cooked al dente. The tagliatelle was perfectly balanced between savory and a bit of acidity and tomato from the sauce. We also ordered cannoli for dessert. A big part of our experience was the environment, which was lively and upscale but still pleasant and relaxed. I also enjoyed the mix of modern and old-world interior decor. We sat outside and enjoyed the summer weather on the patio when we came, which was a big draw for us because there was plenty of seating yet it felt uncrowded despite the obviously busy season. If you're looking for a good meal and some nice wine with a great service, this is a great place to try in the north shore.

    Vodka pasta
    Pooja P.

    I was really excited to try DeNucci's because I have seen it everywhere, but it did not live up to the hype for me. The bruschetta was great, but the vodka pasta tasted sour and was not enjoyable. The chocolate gelato was good, but nothing special. Service was nice and the vibe was cute, but overall the food missed the mark. I might come back to try the Tavern Pizza on Mondays, but I am unsure after this visit.

    Espresso martini
    Josie W.

    So happy Denucci's came to the Northern burbs! Such a great spot. The food is delicious. The vodka pasta is one of the best I have had and the pasta is always cooked al dente and not mushy. The drinks are delicious as well. The espresso martini is exactly the color you want and tastes like espresso (not the milky kind - yuck). The restaurant has amazing ambiance and the bar area is super cute. Service is always top-notch. I wish they were open earlier on weekends! I highly recommend Denucci's to anyone in HP!

    Crab pasta. Spicy and wonderful
    Susan S.

    First time in. Excellent food top notch service Ricky was awesome. He was training Marley. Very very knowledgeable. Food was excellent. Everything was so delicious and fresh. The only thing that I wasn't crazy about were the garlic knots their tomato sauce I wanted to drink. Was so fresh tasted like a summer tomato from the garden Crab pasta was delicious lots of crab. Our waiter Ricky was one of the best waiters I've ever had. ( eating is one of favorite things to do ) Ricky was Very knowledgeable wonderful energy . I'll be back . Meatballs were amazing. Was a wonderful experience. One of those places where I want to come back the next day. Was pretty packed for a Thursday night. Did not dissapoint. Service 10 stars Food was bursting with flavor.

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    Everything was great from the service to the food to the atmosphere it was all there can't wait to come back

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    Beautiful space bar is gorgeous. Service is top-notch loved the pizza and the pistachio gelato was so good.

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    For years, we have eaten at Viaggio before attending summer concerts at Ravinia. This year, we…read morelearned that Viaggio had "evolved" into Nico, so we didn't know what to expect. It turns out, Nico is GREAT! Many of our favorites from Viaggio remain on the menu; the crusty bread, the Caesar salad, the gnocchi, the chicken Parmesan, all were top-notch. Terrific seafood dishes remain, too, although we didn't try them during this visit. And some new items that will be fun to try have been added, such as pizza. As always, the service was friendly and efficient. And best of all, the spumoni bombe is still on the menu! (It's our favorite and SO delicious.). Other delightful desserts, such as Tiramisu, are also available. We loved Nico and we will return soon!

    Nico's, formerly Viaggio's, underwent a full renovation and change of ownership. Thankfully, much…read moreof the excellent staff remains. We loved the old Viaggio's and really wanted to love Nico's, but one major design decision has completely changed the experience for us. The bar was always the heart of this restaurant. It was a comfortable neighborhood bar where locals could have dinner, drinks and conversation. The new owners installed the pizza oven and pizza-making station directly in the middle of it. As a result, the bar is now literally a pizza counter. When you sit there, you are sitting directly in front of a working pizza station, watching pizzas being prepared, with boxes and supplies around the bar. Instead of feeling like you're having dinner and drinks at a neighborhood bar, it feels like you're sitting at the counter of a pizzeria. For us, that simply isn't an appealing or relaxing way to spend an evening. The layout also makes normal bar service extremely awkward. The pizza operation physically separates the bartenders from many of the customers sitting at the bar, requiring them to walk around the bar to take orders and serve patrons. Finally, you are sitting directly in front of a large, very hot pizza oven. The heat is significant. The pizza maker working in front of the oven was, quite understandably, sweating heavily throughout the evening just a few feet in front of us while we were trying to eat dinner. That's not a criticism of the employee--it's an illustration of why placing a commercial pizza oven directly in the middle of a dining bar simply doesn't work. The frustrating part is that so much about Nico's is good, particularly the staff. But putting the pizza operation in the middle of what was previously the heart of the restaurant fundamentally changes the experience. I hope the owners reconsider the layout and return the bar to being a bar. We would happily come back.

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    4.8(48 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    We got a flyer in the mail featuring some good looking pizzas, pub favorites, and tacos de harina…read more Never heard of Cansino's, but we had to try them out. Man, am I glad we got the flyer, because they have since become one of our local favorites! For the longest time, Lou Malnati's was our favorite Chicago style deep dish pizza, but Cansino's is now #1 in town for us. Their cheese blend is soooo creamy, stretchy, and delicious! It's apparently their own in-house blend of California cheeses, and it reminds us of the tasty Wisconsin brick that's popular in Detroit style (possibly a little creamier but less salty). Their tomato sauce is super savory, with a rich herb blend and not too sweet or tart - it's so satisfying! The crust is firm and delicious, and their sausage is leaner than Lou's while having a stronger fennel essence. We still love other Chicago style deep dish pizzas, but Cansino's will be the first on our list when we get a craving. We love onion rings in principle, but are a little particular about how we enjoy them. Cansino's onion rings are excellent - crispy seasoned breading and supple onion slices that are cooked juuuust right. Their fries are also really tasty, and we loved their fried mushrooms. I've tried two of their Mexican style tortas, which were also very good (I loved the fajita style veggies and beans, and the seasoned beef was pretty good). The steak and veggies were excellent, and their bread was pretty good. Next time, I REALLY wanna try their paninos. Their staff is super-friendly, giving us great suggestions of new things to try. The restaurant is always clean and well lit. Prices are fair for the neighborhood. Their preparation times are reasonable, and everything we've ordered was ready on time. There's plenty of parking right in front of the shop, and their front entrance is easily accessible. They're right across the street from the Fort Sheridan Metra Station, so I recommend trying them out if that's your stop. They also have some breakfast items, so it might be a good treat before your morning commute. We're definitely going to be trying more of Cansino's menu, and we'll be sure to add more photos and updates.

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    4.5(733 reviews)
    6.8 mi
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