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.

Good pasta, great service, lovely intimate dinner ambience. We were traveling and definitely…read moreunderdressed for such a lovely setting but didn't feel judged by the staff, they were just as kind and attentive. Very fast service. We had a radicchio appetizer with goat cheese that was very unique but the bitterness was unbalanced. We LOVED the bread and butter basket that was free for the table, genuinely some of the best bread I've ever had!! My friend loved his pasta dish with a red sauce and another liked the halibut, it was satisfying and cooked well. I didnt mind my penne red sauce pasta, it just didn't wow me. I would have loved a pesto or similar option on the pasta menu. Very kind waitress as well. Overall such a lovely dinner that we were excited we didn't have to go searching for in Chicago itself, right in Evanston! Would love to go back, especially if they rotate their pasta menu.

Trattoria Demi was a great find. The food is reasonably priced and the portions are large. The…read morepasta was tasty and not too salty, which isn't always a given. The staff were very accommodating. We came in about 30 minutes before their listed closing time and they had no problem seating us. The atmosphere is very cozy and quaint, though the walls inside can be a bit echoey, so it can get a little loud when the place fills up. Really enjoyed it here and would definitely return!

Pizza was burnt on the bottom. Rather dry and lacking enough pizza sauce…read more Crowded and very noisy. Could not have a conversation with my two dinning companions. A couple years ago I really enjoyed this restaurant. Not going back anytime soon.

Sit at the bar. Hope it's India bartending. Order some ridiculously good but yet still very…read moreaffordable red wine. Have some bread and oil. Order pasta. Chat. Yap. You MUST end with tiramisu become it was perfectly delicious. The little bar area was perfect for us to feel like we're part of the action but less formal than the rest of the restaurant. Can't wait to go back!

We've been to Trattoria D.O.C twice, and it's pretty classic Italian. There are a lot of mixed…read morereviews, but here is what we would order again: the salads, zucchini soup, and the pappardelle ai fungi porcini.

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

Recently made a destination TAKEOUT trip to Dave's Italian Kitchen in Evanston at its third…read morelocation on Noyes Street. I'd not eaten there since the second location on Chicago Avenue or its premiere address on Davis Street and its sister restaurant "Three Doors Down" in the mid 70's! Yes...I've been acquainted with "Dave's" for a very very loooong time. Everything was ready when I arrived, service was friendly and prompt. Dave himself came out of the kitchen for a brief hello, but since it was Saturday night, they were rocking and rolling BUSY and the restaurant itself was PACKED! This neighborhood restaurant has a quaint cozy intimate atmosphere unlike the previous two...so be forewarned it is small. The 3 entrees I chose...eggplant parmigiana, chicken Marsala and fettuccine carbonara were very much the way I remember them from my youth...and at this writing, they are respectively favorited as listed above. The entrees were shard with my BFF in life and we arrived at the same conclusions. The eggplant was the most delicious and flavorful of all three...which is not to say the others weren't good at all. The eggplant was breaded, marina sauced and had lots of cheese. The chicken Marsala was a close second and we really liked the rich yet subtle wine flavor that Marsala imparted in the rotini noodles. The two chicken breast were moist and so glad each entree had a nice hunk of Italian bread to soak up an adequate amount of Marsala sauce...even though I wished there was MORE sauce LOL. Although third, the fettuccini carbonara was good also. I asked for extra onions, but I don't think they got in. We both agreed the carbonara just needed a touch more salt and pepper...or a saltier prosciutto/bacon...and just more of it. Nonetheless, I'm nit picking and overall everything was satisfyingly good considering the extremely reasonable prices and generous amount of food received. Just sorry I was away for sooooo long.

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!

Great food! I enjoyed the bread with olive oil and cheese! I also ordered the arrabiata pasta and…read moreit was great. There are very cute lights and the ambiance was very relaxing. But, I would say that service took a while. Although our server came to get our order early, after we got our food, our server barely came back. My friend also ordered a coffee which never came so that was disappointing. But the food was excellent!

On previous trips to Chicago, my family and I have had to try pizza because that's required, right?…read more The last 2 trips, we've tried what some have recommended as the best Chicago pizza, but on this trip, we tried to find somewhere less deep-dish focused. And let me just say, the thin crust pizza at Anto Pizza & Pasta was truly Squisito! We had a 16" half Italian Sausage and Sweet Peppers / half Pepperoni, and will be back on our next trip. One of the best pizzas we've ever had. Glad we decided to find our own way this trip.

Anto is a little bit of Italy in Rogers Park! Some of the best pizza I've ever had. (and I've…read morebeen in Italy). Just a small little place that was recommended to us from a waiter at Rogers Park Social. EXCELLENT! The variety of pizzas and other dishes to choose from is very good. We had a pizza with Italian Sausage & Peppers and the other was the daily special with dates! YES dates! Delicious! The waitress who came from Italy as a little girl was SO VERY NICE! Mentioned that some vegetable came from garden behind the restaurant. She helped us with our choices and even told us we could buy a 6 pk from Taste Food & Wine store. (Discounted if mention Anto Pizza). ITALY in Rogers Park!!!

I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Nuovo restaurant in Lincolnwood for making our teacher…read more appreciation dinner a wonderful evening. The ambiance was warm and relaxing, creating the perfect setting .The food was absolutely delicious with a wonderful variety of choices that everyone enjoyed. What impressed me most was the outstanding service. The waiter and his assistants were friendly professional, attentive and incredibly well coordinated, they seemed to know exactly when to bring each course, ensuring that everything flowed seamlessly throughout the evening.Most important, they made our staff feel welcomed and appreciated. Thank you for helping make our teacher appreciation celebration so special. We look forward to returning again in the future. Felice Frand, Little Fox Dayschool

I'm not even kosher, but I have to say--the food here was absolutely amazing! The quality was…read moreoutstanding, everything tasted so fresh and flavorful, and you can really tell they take pride in what they serve. Honestly, I was blown away by how delicious everything was. You don't have to keep kosher to appreciate great food, and this place definitely delivers!

I am not one to leave many reviews unless the experience demands it. With that, After countless…read morevisits to Stefani Prime, you would think that I would have at least one thing negative to say, but I do not. From the hosts or hostesses, every individual bartender or server, all the way to table visits from a manager or even a Chef, you are made to feel like the most important guests in the restaurant. Punctuated by an AMAZING meal, each visit was individually unique and beyond enjoyable. The daily specials offer a soup that never disappoints no matter what the selection. Even In the heat of Summer, the lure of these soups set a standard that anything on the menu will satisfy. The choices are many, and what seem to be a labor of love from the Chef. With subtle background music and a comfortably lit dining area, it shows that you are wanted to feel welcomed and relaxed. I fail to leave my menu preferences on this review because there are too many and, every choice I make is it difficult one. I of course have my favorites, but can assure any diner that you'll never regret any choice you make on that menu. Stopping in there for a drink is always an option as well. The veteran bar staff gives you consistency in quality preparation of GOOD cocktails ranging from the standards to custom creations. Most recently I was introduced to a seasonal drink referred to as "walk in the park". Its everything you want in a drink, and for me it's set the table perfectly for the steak dinner that followed. We were so happy to have somewhere in the neighborhood offering you a top shelf evening of cocktails and a meal, which has been the consistent soul of Stefani Prime since it opened. Bon appetit....... And thank you to the Stefani restaurant group for continuing the tradition of attaching your heart to a restaurant and not just your name.

Came here with my family for my Parent's 60th anniversary. Had a wonderful time! Food was amazing !…read moreon time. The filets and the special beef rolls were delicious . Our server yash was very delightful and sweet. Made their anniversary feel very special .My dad wants to come here for his 61st anniversary too! Overall amazing restaurant, Just make sure to make reservations ahead of time.

Great place to stop for some food before a show at SPACE…read more Salads are big, and the olive appetizer could satisfy four. For the pizzas, the four cheese is massively cheesy, and the pepperoni/sausage pizza is good as well. They burn the hell out of the crust as a matter of course, so if that isn't your style, say so. Good cocktails, friendly service, nice patio.

Me and the wife stopped in for 2nd time here. Had a bywater call concert next door at Space venue…read more So decided to make reservations ahead of concert. We live 1hr 20min South of Evanston. Ambiance is awesome here. Very layed back and modern. Low lighting. Service is very helpful! And the girl we have had as a server is extremely nice and knowledgeable . We started with a Great German bear and a stout. They always have a Decent variety of beer ! Then we had a 3 seed Kale salad for 2 people. Was delicious and fresh like last time. Last off we had the arugula & cheese gluten-free pizza , which was great tasting as well. Overall this place is fantastic stop. Especially before a concert next door !