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    Denuccis

    3.6 (59 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    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.

    Gelato! Vanilla, strawberry and chocolate. (There's more flavors too!)

    If you find yourself in the Highland Park area for dinner, stop at Denuccis. Italian made right. Great location, cute atmosphere. There's a bar area and dining room along with outdoor seating. The service was top notch. Justin (mgr) and our server was Bailey. None of her recommendations steered us wrong. Apps, meals, dessert and drinks. Perfect work outing dinner.

    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.

    NY style pizza with mushrooms and caramelized onions!
    Danny L.

    DeNucci's is a Highland Park Gem! From the moment my wife and I walked into DeNucci's, we were welcomed like family. The hostess staff couldn't have been more friendly or gracious, and the general manager went above and beyond--warm, accommodating, and clearly passionate about making every guest feel special. Now, the food... absolutely outstanding. We started with the truffle arancini--crispy on the outside, creamy and decadent on the inside, with just the right touch of truffle. The garlic bread was perfection: warm, buttery, and impossible to stop eating. For mains, the Chicken Marsala was exceptional--tender, juicy chicken in a rich, flavorful sauce with just the right balance of sweetness from the Marsala wine. The Pasta Arrabbiata had the perfect kick--spicy, garlicky, and deeply satisfying. And let's talk about the New York-style pizza: thin, crisp crust, great chew, and classic flavor done right. Truly some of the best we've had outside NYC. Every dish was a hit, and the service made the entire experience feel like a night out at a dear friend's home--only with better food. Highly recommend for a date night, family dinner, or just because you deserve a great meal. Can't wait to go back!

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    Lovely and delicious. Highly recommend. We had the mozzarella sticks and chicken parm

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    Wonderful service and amazing food! Hand made pasta's awesome mozzarella sticks and very knowledgeable waitstaff! Definitely a winner!

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