Outstanding restaurant The food is tasty and they serve…read moregenerous portions The price is appropriate for he quality of the food Friendly stay A great place for dinner

We went there with another couple. Even though we arrived an hour before our reservation, they were…read moreable to accommodate us. This was our second time there, the previous being as outstanding. My girlfriend and I both opted for the halibut with farro special. I'm a pescetarian and picky about my fish and this was perfectly cooked. The basmati reduction was mellow and savory. The couple we were with had pasta and both loved their dishes. This is the quality of food one would hope for in a downtown or River North restaurant, but it's in Evanston with more reasonable parking. The menu leans towards elevated Italian, and not the heavy red sauce stuff (not that there's anything wrong with that). Everything has been great. The restaurant itself is in a vintage building with nice high ceilings. It's much larger than what it seems from the outside. All in all, a nice place to take a date, or for a special occassion or even if you just feel fancy. Not too spendy considering the food quality and service. Can highly recommend.

Great food Good service…read moreFriendly staff Lots of choices Good seating available Neighborhoods We shall return many times

Very nice restatement with chill music and warm interior. Service was timely and the dishes are all…read morequirky in their own way. We had mussels that are delicious and aromatic. The chicken with gnocchi was creamy and perfect for cheese addicts. The only suggestion is perhaps the lamb shank is slightly on the saltier side for my taste. Overall love this place!

Food is always tasty and fresh, pizzas are just like they were at Pizzeria D.O.C. back in the…read moreday---ottimo! I have tried numerous seafood meals here and they are all delicious. Great vino list as well--Giuliana's family has a winemaking tradition that started in Abruzzo as I remember, so this makes sense. Awesome cocktails too. There are so many reasons you should dine there. Can't wait to go back.

We met The Doctor's cousin's here for dinner on their recommendation. They had not been here for a…read morewhile, but based on their recommendation, we decided to give it a try. I started out with the Calamari alla Griglia (marinated grilled squid, served with a spring mix salad). This was okay, although the calamari was a little on the chewy side. The salad was good and had a fresh taste. For dinner I got the Ragu d'Anatra (pappardelle wide ribbon pasta sauteed with a red wine, tomato and duck sauce topped with parmigiano cheese). Overall, this was a good dish, but I have to say that I couldn't really taste the duck. I wasn't sure if it was due to the small amount of duck or that it was overpowered by the sauce and cheese. My one cousin got their special seafood pasta dish. It looked nice plated, but she felt that the seafood was overcooked and on the tough side. She ended up not finishing it. The server we had was nice and pleasant, but very unorganized. She mixed up orders for drinks twice for my one cousin, bringing the incorrect beer. But in all fairness, they did not charge him for the beers. My other cousin had to tell her twice the kind of wine that she wanted. We had to keep repeating our orders to her to make sure she got them right. For some reason the server was repeating everything wrong initially. While it is always great to see our cousins and we had a good time catching up, this was just an okay dining experience.

Great food. Lots of choices. Friendly staff. Long time Evanston restaurant…read more This is always a great place to go with friends. They treat you well

From Italian Classic to "Budget Fillers" Most people think…read moreof that scene in Ratatouille where the food transports the critic back to a beautiful childhood memory. If I ate this today as a kid, that memory wouldn't be of the food--it would be of a spanking. I used to swear by this place in college. It was the gold standard for a good, affordable meal with real heart. But lately, it's clear that profitability is the new priority. They've swapped high-quality ingredients for "cheap" fillers, leaving the dishes feeling hollow. The Technical Breakdown: * The "Watery" Problem: Does the kitchen not own a colander? The dishes are swimming in excess moisture, which kills the integrity of the meal. * The Sauce: It used to be the soul of the plate; now it feels like a rushed accident. * Not So Pro Tip for the Kitchen: If you want to save the dish, cook the last few minutes of the pasta IN the sauce. It's a basic fundamental that seems to have been lost in the pursuit of the bottom line. It's a bummer because this place used to be so intentional. Now, it's just basic. Unless you're looking for a plate of lackluster pasta and budget-friendly veggies, you're better off looking elsewhere.

Food was magnificent! The staff was super friendly and helpful especially the manager Paisley…read morePerley. Never has a manager made me feel so welcome in a space, I will definitely be back!

My family and I gathered here today for lunch to celebrate my Dad's Birthday!! I believe we have…read moreeaten at Mia Francesca at another location, but this was our first time treating this location and we were pleased! The decor and aesthetic inside is really well done. Hey have a prime real estate spot right on the corner of Touhy and Lincoln, and the best part of this location is there's garage parking attached to the building! Always a plus when a restaurant has parking! (I can't speak to what parking is like on a busy weekend night, but it's definitely great to have parking on site!) Our server was Jeff K and he was so kind and attentive to us the entire dining experience. When he saw that my daughter and I brought a birthday gift, he proactively asked whose birthday it was! When we told him, he secretly told us he will bring something special for him later (which he did). We didn't order any appetizers but were brought complimentary warm bread for the table. Our entire party enjoyed our entrees and the ambiance. The hostess also came over and checked on us to ensure everything was to our satisfaction, and we were never left waiting for anything, and did not feel rushed to move along. I imagine this restaurant had a beautiful vibe in the evening, and the outdoor patio seating will be very popular when the weather stabilizes. Will definitely be back!

Tried Anto Pizza & Pasta Chicago and I'm honestly impressed. This is the kind of spot you go to…read morewhen you want real comfort food that actually delivers. The rigatoni was super creamy and loaded with flavor, the arancini were perfectly crispy with that soft, cheesy center, and the calamari was light, not greasy at all (which is rare). Everything tasted fresh and well-balanced. Service was smooth, portions were generous, and the overall vibe was casual but solid. Definitely a go-to if you're in the area and craving Italian. Would I come back? Absolutely

Very basic, cozy hole in the wall near the red line. It's nothing fancy, but the food speaks for…read moreitself. The pasta was excellent, and while the cone was a fun novelty for three minutes, I missed my plate. I'd just get the plate. The Caesar was nice as well, but we had asked to split it and they charged $1 to do so. This is one of the first places I've noticed do this, so if you plan to go halfsies on a salad, I'd just order it and separate it yourself. Or just fight over it with your forks- that's probably more fun.

I am glad I found this place online and saw that it had great reviews, or I would never have…read morestopped by. The outside is deceiving, as the restaurant is in a sort of strip-mall-like space. But once you walk in, the interior is lovely. Bright, nice decor, and not too loud. David was our server, and he was lovely. At first glance, the prices seem slightly high but are totally in line with the amount of food you get. My friend and I had the beet salad. It could have fed 3 people as an appetizer salad, and it was delicious! We also split the grouper vodka sandwich. I am not a sandwich person, but that caught my eye, so we ordered it. It was definitely enough for 2 people, and it was yummy. We were full, but topped dinner off with the flourless cake à la mode. The cake was OK, and the vanilla ice cream seemed to have freezer burn, so that was disappointing. But it will not stop me from coming back. I 100% recommend this place, and my friend and I will make it one of our go-tos.

Wow. Where do I start, I stopped in between some sales appointments and was greeted quickly by Ms…read more Yourtana who throughout my entire visit was attentive, offered great recommendations, and kind. The food was out of this world. I started with the Arancini's which came out fresh, hot, and reminded me of East Coast fine Italian. Garnished well, full flavor. The tea Ms. Yourtana recommended was amazing, and I recommend the Ravioli with truffle as she did. They didn't miss a beat at Nuovo Chicago and I will certainly be stopping in whenever I can for lunch. What a great experience and beautifully set up restaurant.

We chose Stefani Prime as a halfway point to meet friends from the city, excited by the glowing…read morereviews and reputation. Unfortunately, our experience didn't live up to the hype. Atmosphere: The first thing we noticed upon walking in was the much older crowd dining there. While that's not inherently negative, it set a tone that felt less lively than we expected for a night out with friends. Service: Our waiter was talkative but not particularly helpful. Lots of words, but no real guidance on menu selections, which left us feeling a bit lost. Food: Average at best. With all the great reviews, we were anticipating standout dishes, but nothing impressed us enough to want to return. Overall Impression: Disappointing. The hype didn't match the reality, and while the setting was fine, the combination of uninspired food and lackluster service means we won't be coming back. Final Verdict: Stefani Prime may work for some, but for us, it was underwhelming.

Stefani Prime is a great place to eat any night of the week but be sure to make reservations ahead…read moreof time as they are busy and book up fast! They have valet parking and the guys do a great job of quick service in and out! All the food on the menu is top drawer quality and doesn't disappoint! We were celebrating my birthday and boy what a fantastic meal we had. Matt our server was so friendly, made us feel comfortable and didn't miss a thing! 10 stars for him alone! We had calamari to start then I ordered the 22oz. ribeye which was cooked to perfection. My sister ordered the lobster risotto which was decadent! We also had a NY Strip and Lake Superior White fish. We went on a Tuesday night and the place was packed but then it's always packed! It was a really memorable meal and the entire wait staff was exceptional!

Fantastic wood-fired pizzeria restaurant with lots of other options. They have fantastic sales…read morealone with a wide variety of beverages. If you have a show at Space, I highly recommend pre-gaming here. The staff is super friendly and I would recommend making a reservation.

visited union pizzeria in downtown evanston last night. here's what we ordered!…read more - drinks: goody two shoes mocktail - app: italian fries - pizza: margherita, wild mushroom, quattro formaggio - pasta: tonnarelli cacio e pepe a very lively place to be on a Saturday night in a central location! a great place if hosting a large party dinner and would like to order family style! the pizzas weren't my personal favorite so if planning to visit, I'd recommend skipping on those. They lacked depth and flavor. the pasta and fries were good, especially the aioli that came with the fries! I wanted the rigatoni pasta but they were unable to take the pancetta out to make it vegetarian. The price wasn't worth the quality and flavor of the food but I enjoyed the mocktail!