This has been our favorite Date night Place way before they moved to Chicago. When they were located in Kenosha, WI we used to visit this establishment frequently. This was our favorite Date Night place. The best food! They used to have a Shrimp Bruschetta appetizer that was our favorite. It was a must have every single time we visited. Although they no longer have it they should definitely consider bringing it back. The Mediterranean Pasta was Delicious and full of flavor with just the right amount of spice. read more

We loved our wedding at Pazzo's. I think this 311 location does mostly weddings. We have tried to eat dinner there before and it closed early due to no guests. We went to the another Pazzo's and had a lovely meal. Summary of my recommendations for a wedding at Pazzo's. Fey: She's great. She'll do what you tell her and fill in the gaps for the things you don't care about (I dropped off the flowers and came back and they were organized beautifully. She pays a lot more attention to you as the date draws near. Acoustics: They're not great. We paid for an extra speaker which should have been okay, but there was a problem with the dj so nobody could hear the speeches. Just make sure your dj knows what he or she is doing and sets up in advance. Food: Amazing. Our tasting left us excited about everything and the food was good even on the day. They "strongly discouraged" more than one meat option, so we went with the petit filet/mediterranean chicken combo and the eggplant parm--both were amazing. I've heard, "Best wedding food I've ever had", several times. Drinks: Good enough. Open bar was included in the package and I've heard no complaints. Parking: We had a problem as the lot filled up (not handled by Pazzo's, but we had been told the lot had never filled up, and it did)... Fey was as mad as we were and helped us to got ALL of our money refunded... which we used to refund our guests for the parking they found across the street or in random lots. Piano: Not in tune, don't use. Venue: Totally beautiful. Husband: The best. read more

I was taken here to lunch by a vendor today and while I was happy to see so many seafood options on the menu, the reality wasn't as good. I had the seafood mixed grill and the tuna was overcooked (the salmon a bit too). The mixed veggies were heavy on peppers which I thought was a weird combo (and I hate green peppers). The lemon caper sauce and the spinach were good though. Two of my compatriots had the seafood cakes and they said the crab in it tasted cheap. They did like the mashed potatoes however. Service was okay, though we were amused the waitress' questions were rhetorical...she would ask how is everything as she kept walking right by us, never really waiting for an answer...And the initial waiter called me "honey". Uh, not too cool, sweetie. Would not come here on my own dime. read more

I had my wedding at Pazzo's on March 28th. The planning was easy; Fay was really on top of things, and the day went smoothly. In fact, I can't think of anything that went wrong. Everyone who came to our wedding was impressed with it; and I am positive they had no idea that Pazzo's is one of the most affordable venues in the city and suburbs. Everything really was beautiful and the day was so much fun. If I were to base my review on just the wedding, tasting, and times I have dined at Pazzo's, I would definitely give them 5 stars. The only thing that is preventing me from giving Pazzo's a 5 star review is that at least 4 of our wedding cards were stolen. I have looked high and low and asked everyone who handled any aspect of moving our stuff out of Pazzo's and the cards are simply gone. I cannot imagine that my own wedding guests would steal gifts from one another, and I don't want to believe that a member of Pazzo's staff would steal from a wedding, yet I have no other explanation. I just have no idea where the cards could have gone, it's been odd asking wedding guests to stop payment on their gifts though. I let Pazzo's know about what has happened and they have been as responsive as they can. I know it has been discussed with all of the staff, and the owner informed me that they will be installing a camera in the room where gifts are placed during weddings. They have also offered to make it up to my husband and I as much as they can with gift certificates, which has been appreciated. All I can say is, if you have your wedding here, ensure your cards are truly under lock and key; ours were in a box that could not be opened easily, but it was not enough to prevent someone from opening it at some point to take the cards. At the end of the day, if I had the chance to do everything over again, I would still use Pazzo's. While I could have done without the theft, Pazzo's did not charge us any hidden fees, which at other venues could easily have amounted to more than we lost. The only thing I would have done differently would be to have really locked the card box. The more I spoke to Pazzo's staff about what happened, the more sure I am that it wasn't an employee there that took the cards. It truly is a mystery where they have gone, but regardless, I encourage every bride/groom to really secure their gifts. Despite the issue with my missing cards, I really recommend Pazzo's as a wedding venue. It's only been a couple weeks, but we have received tons of compliments about how great the wedding was, which has been nice to hear. read more

A quick Loop lunch option. Fast, good and healthy (if you make the right choice). I'm partial to their salads, which are always large, filling and can be made to order. Their sandwhiches are pretty tasty, but I've only gotten them once or twice. They also serve breakfast, which I indulge in onFriday mornings when I'm feeling a little woozy from the night before. Breakfast panini makes me want to grovel in a little pile on the floor out of sheer joy. Fast, yummy and worth my 6 bucks. read more

I had my wedding reception here on 12/18 and had a great experience. We came in to try the food twice before the wedding (once for lunch, once for our wedding tasting) and thought the food was amazing. If you come for lunch you have to try the caesar salad, it is wonderful. The food at our wedding was pretty good. The appetizers were tasty and served warm (important in the middle of December!) and the chicken vesuvio was good. Realistically, the chicken was not GREAT, but when you're pumping out 150 dinners at the same time, I'm totally fine with good. The portions were so generous- nobody was hungry at the end of dinner! The food on the regular lunch menu is stellar- if I still worked in the loop I'd be here often. Fay is the wedding coordinator at Pazzo's and she is wonderful. I had a good feeling about her from the start. She has been doing weddings for a long time (I want to say 15+ years) and she knows her stuff and is very organized. She never pushed us to upgrade anything and helped us figure out the best way to pull together all the choices we made. She was always quick to get back to me with any questions. Fay was at our wedding until the very end and had people pack up our vases and all sorts of other stuff that we had brought in for the night so that it was easy to clear out. The restaurant itself makes a very impressive backdrop for a wedding reception. Everyone raved about it. The dance floor is the perfect size and I loved that the bar is basically on the dance floor- I didn't leave the dance floor after my 1st dance! The ladie's bathroom is very nice and clean, which is important to a bride on her wedding day. My only suggestion would be to coordinate better with the lunch staff who work Fridays. I was given a hard time when I came on Friday to drop off several things for the wedding the next day (doorman wouldn't let me double park out front, nobody in the restaurnt wanted to help me bring stuff down from my car). Overall, I'd recommend Pazzo's to anyone- for lunch or as a wedding reception location. read more

We had our wedding at Pazzo's and it was fantastic! Fay did such a great job helping us coordinate everything. She was so flexible and helped us get exactly what we wanted while helping us through some of things she had more experience in. Enough cant be said about how great the team there is. The venue was beautiful and everything went perfectly on our wedding day. The venue has a great layout, and all of our guests had such a great time. The food was fantastic and served timely. Fay and her team did a great job of working with all of our vendors to make sure everything was set up and in order and running smoothly. After the event she had all of the things boxed up so we could take care of things. Overall I'd highly recommend Fay and Pazzo's for a wedding! read more

Pazzo's is located in the lobby of the building I work in. Are we even remotely shocked that most of the food provided in meetings comes from here? I've never actually bought food from Pazzo's directly. I won't lie - I only eat it when it's free. That definitely doesn't make it any less delicious! The desserts! Oh, boy! There was a sampler tray brought in for one of the big important meetings, and my coworker and I got to polish off the leftovers. I'm totally glad that the execs decided not to eat everything, because WOW these desserts are fabo! Mixed berry cake. Chocolate-covered strawberries. Apple coffee cake. Some yummy apricot thing that I can't identify but still ate three of. If you have a sweet tooth, there's something on that sampler tray you'll like. read more

I attended a wedding at Pazzo's @ 311 this past weekend and had a great time. The venue is located in the atrium of a large office building which makes it very unique. It consists of a large atrium and a small restaurant off to the side. The restaurant has been redone in the past few years and looks a lot better than it used to. Though you can tell where they skimped on quality. The floor is a wood laminate that had noticeable air bubbles. One large bubble is right by the main bar and I noticed multiple people slightly lose their balance and this was early on in the evening. The food is alright. While some things, the pesto tortellini, are better than others overall I'm glad I had a large lunch before coming to the event. Though there was a good selection at the open bar there wasn't enough bartenders and they were very unfriendly and almost rude at times. read more

I found Pazzo's (like a lot of my wedding vendors) on Yelp. Even though I have lived in Chicago for 15+ years, I had not heard of it. Well, thank God for this hidden gem! I got married at Pazzo's on September 17, 2010 and it was a fabulous, epic experience! The space is gorgeous and unique. We worked with Fay Sweeney and Carmen. Both women were excellent to work with and Fay (our main contact) was so amazing...professional, accommodating, responsive, and calm! She clearly had a handle on how to "do" a wedding and made it all seem effortless. I had read a lot of reviews on Yelp and elsewhere and my only worry was a previous bride mentioning that some of her gifts went missing. Fay mentioned (without my asking) that they now have cameras in the gift room and they keep it locked, so problem solved. I can honestly say that everything went great! Fay walked us through the rehearsal (our officiant was not there) the night before and was there every step of the way for us on the wedding day as well. She really seems to enjoy her job and she does it flawlessly. From beginning to end, all the details were totally taken care of . We were able to stop by several times before our wedding and see room set-ups and once we stopped by (no, we didn't crash, just watched from the upper level) a wedding in progress just to see how it looked. The guests at that wedding were raving about it so we felt pretty good about our choice. The food was great...all the appetizers and the dinner (filet and chicken Vesuvio) were spectacular. No fewer than 20 people have told me it was the best wedding food they have ever had. Everything went off without a hitch. We were a little curious about how the acoustics would be (we had violinists at our ceremony and a DJ for the reception) but it all seemed fine. Maybe a little echo-ey but since I never left the dance floor it was great for me! As for the speeches, I agree it was a little hard to hear but really not that bad. I also would echo previous reviews in that the prices at Pazzo's were very reasonable, especially for the downtown area. We felt so lucky to find a place that didn't break the bank (such as it is) yet was so incredible. Now, I may be biased, but I felt like my wedding was one of the best ones I've ever attended and I'm so glad it was mine! Thank you so much Fay, Carmen, and Pazzo's for a wonderful day! PS You are the only event booked there so no other brides are around to steal your thunder! :) read more

Pazzo's is located at 311 South Wacker (the office building just south of the Willis (aka Sears) Tower in the lower section of the lobby opposite the water fountain. And because I work in that building, I have been there a few times for lunch and happy hour due to its convenient location. The ambiance is excellent, mainly due to the decor of the building's lobby, complete with palm trees (yes, palm trees inside a skyscraper in Chicago!). And coupled with that water fountain, I personally feel this is one of the best looking lobbies Downtown Chicago. As far as the food...Pazzo's serves a contemporary Italian menu that's a bit upscale. I have had the mahi mahi, and it was ok. Yup, I can honestly say I have had better. I must say that the risotto that came with it definitely made up for the fish. On the other hand, the hummus sampler we had as appetizer was also excellent. And for happy hour...the bartenders at Pazzo's are quite friendly and attentive. And if you are into martini, they do shake an excellent martini. But as is with any martini...I limit myself at 2 just in case :) read more

Really an incredible experience. Setting under the atrium on a cold brisk day and the warmth of a smooth Italian coffee in hand. Great oasis from the work day, alone or with friends. The fresh prepared Mediterranean food is the icing on this place. Service is quick, friendly and attentive. read more

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This is strictly on the wedding side of things (though I've enjoyed many a lunch at Pazzo's)... I had my May 2012 wedding at Pazzo's and couldn't have been happier. From the moment my fiance and I met Fay, we knew that our wedding would go off without a hitch. And it did! Some highlights: the prices are very reasonable for a downtown Chicago venue, the food is pretty darn good (considering they are feeding 200 people), the atrium is a unique and impressive space which you have all to yourself, and the staff was flexible, friendly, and prompt. Pazzo's was a great choice for our wedding. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a venue downtown that isn't a hotel ballroom. read more

We had our wedding at Pazzo's in March. I have so many great things about it, I had to share. I am going to give you the highlights: To start, the building is beautiful. The atrium in front of the restaurant is one of the most beautiful rooms in the city. There are 80 foot glass ceilings with tall, beautiful palm trees. The food at the restaurant was delicious. We had a hard time choosing what we wanted because everything was so good. (We tried everything at the tasting.) We ended up with a petite filet and salmon. There was so much food and it was all good. But the best part of Pazzo's is Fay Sweeney. Fay runs the show. She is with you every step of the way when planning the wedding. She has great ideas and gives great advice. She is trustworthy, dependable and truly was the wedding planner. Everything that we wanted, she made happen. Fay did not drop the ball on anything. All in all, if you are looking for a modern wedding that is not in your typical hotel, then check out Pazzo's. The space is stunning, the food is delicious and the service is on the mark! read more

Pazzo's is an amazing wedding venue. We were impressed from start to finish. Fay (their wedding coordinator) is the best in Chicago. I know, I know, I've only had one wedding in Chicago, but the service she provided cannot be topped. I have a very particular wife. At the time, she was a very particular fiancée. Everything had to be perfect, and Fay ensured that it was. Fay exceeded our expectations. She even saved our cake after we completely forgot to ask for it. I didn't even taste the cake outside of the ceremonial cake cutting. According to the majority of our guests, our wedding was the best they had ever attended. Obviously, I'm biased and my opinion doesn't hold the weight of critics, but it was the best wedding I have attended hands down. The ambiance of Pazzo's is perfect. The tall palm trees lit up at night are stunning and Fay knows how to make that place explode with subtle lighting tricks and decoration placement. The service and food was also good. We ordered 4 options of passed appetizers and the antipasto for our cocktail hour. Again, we received tons of compliments on the food. I wish I could have tasted some of it. The dinner was cooked to perfection and served like clockwork. If you are searching for a venue in Chicago, look no further, Pazzo's is tops. read more

This was an excellent choice that our vendor took us out to for lunch. I love that the indoors feels like your outdoors because of the windows in the building. The service is great. I had a huge salad and the lobster ravioli. The house salad they have there has this really soft white cheese and the dressing is delish! I loved how the sun-dried tomatoes accentuated the lobster ravioli dish. I also tried the mango sherbert and the mixed berries cake. I showed no shame in my business etiquette lunch eating like a pig! I can't believe I ate all that food! It's too bad I don't work downtown, because I'd come here and try more dishes! read more

Came here for a wedding reception a few weeks ago. It's a elegant venue with a HUGE fountain, palm trees, and high ceilings. Overall there is alot of room; you can probably seat 150 to 200 people in the reception. Friends of mine attended an even larger reception here where they had tables on the second floor hallways, so it seems Pazzo's is always willing to accommodate to your size. Service was ok, food was pretty good, except that all of our filets were way overcooked. I guess that's how mass-produced steak always turns out though. Overall a very elegant and pretty choice for a wedding reception, pricey though, but food portions are huge and the venue is very nice. read more

Our wedding this past weekend at Pazzo's 311 was absolutely perfect! Fay Sweeney was amazing in helping us organize everything and setting everything up for us the day of the wedding. We didn't have an aisle runner, but she placed one down for us anyways. All of the centerpieces were beautifully arranged by Fay and her staff while we went into the restaurant for cocktail hour. We got so many compliments on the food and beautiful atrium. It literally couldn't have been any better!! Thank you Pazzo's!! read more

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In 8 days, I'll be having my wedding reception at Pazzo's! AH!!! It's been a pleasure working with Fay Sweeney, catering manager. She's more than happy to answer any of my questions and to provide me with a list of recommeded vendors to make planning as easy as possible. I have always admired this space and I can't wait to have our reception in the beautiful open atrium with the four palm trees towering over us! Pazzo's prices are very reasonable for a wedding in the city, but they do have a $2500 fee for using the atrium on a Saturday. I've eaten here on multiple ocassions too. I absolutely love the tilapia that is served over buttery mashed potatoes and a bed of spinach. Wouldn't really recommend the gelato-was freezer burned! Parking is available directly out side the atrium in a lot or there's also ample street parking (get ready to pay 25 cents/5 minutes). Update to come after 04.18.09!! read more

4 stars or 5 stars... 4 stars or 5... Why can't we have half stars?!? Every time I've been here the food has been really good. The salads are gigantic-- last time I was there I had a nicoise salad, which had been recommended by our waiter. It was great! It had a full tuna steak and really flavorful dressing-- I ate everything on the plate, and I don't even like salad! This is a great lunch place since they have several lighter entrees, numerous vegetarian options, and the price of some of the sandwiches and pastas isn't over $10. For dinner, there are certainly other restaurants I'd go to before Pazzo's, but for lunch it's pretty much a 5 star place. read more

Quick & Convenient This tasty treat is a hidden... wait, I work in the building and most of the time I eat here out of necessity and not out of wanting to. It's not a hidden gem, but it is pretty good for having to eat it three days a week... The food is good and during the summer months, they have a live band and feature an outside BBQ... I believe Wed-Fri. My favorite dish is its chicken quesadilla. (Napoleon... hands off.) read more

I've been to Pazzo's a few times - sometimes for a sit down business lunch and other times at the take-out area. It's not a destination by any means but is a decent nicer lunch spot in the loop. The take out area is a nice option and is pretty quick when you are on a time crunch. The menu is large and there is something for everyone. Service has generally been pretty good. Most recently, the table shared the calamari and hummus appetizer. The calamari was nice and hot without too much breading. The hummus was tasty - particularly the red pepper humus. I had the chicken piccata (chicken with roma tomatoes, mushrooms and garlic in a lemon wine sauce) and came with capellini pasta. It was a large portion. The chicken was cooked nicely and the veggies were good. The pasta was just okay - I like more of a bite to it. Most of the table enjoyed their meals. However, the risotto special with a pesto sauce was not given good reviews by the table and while I didn't taste it, I wouldn't order it. read more

This spot is close to my work so I've been for a couple work lunches and have been very impressed with the food, service and experience in general. I had the tuna, which was so nicely seasoned and cooked, I ordered it a second time. The portion is very generous and comes served with grilled asparagus and roasted potatoes. I asked if I could have a side of pasta with vodka sauce instead and they were happy to accommodate! Others had the salmon, which looked great, and was similarly generously portioned. The pasta dishes looked yummy too. Service is excellent, very attentive and friendly. The décor is kind of interesting too. The atrium almost looks like something you'd see in a movie set in Miami or something. Then the inside is dimly lit, almost for a secret rendezvous. Overall it's a good place for lunch in the loop, I'm a fan. read more

Good size portions. Was not impressed with the calamari as it was a bit bland. It was busy at lunch at waiter was overwhelmed so the service was just OK. Will go back again. read more

Went here for lunch yesterday and got the chicken and spinach salad. It barely qualified as food. The chicken was dry and plasticy. I didn't get nearly enough spinach and vegetables. The guy made my salad in about 10 seconds and when he handed it to me it felt light as air. AND they only gave me three or four small chunks of cheese! The only redeeming part about this salad was that he didn't overkill on the dressing (probably to cut costs right?) and the pine nuts were edible. Besides that this place is total rip off. $7 salad for a salad I can toss like a frisbee? Stay away. read more

Pazzo's Express is one of the only decent to-go places in the south loop, sadly. The line can be obnoxious but moves fairly quick. Great veggie wrap, good salads and love the hummus options. read more

My roomie who works in the building told me about this place. There's a great variety on the menu from salads, to panini's, to pastas and quesadillas. From what I've tried, everything is good. It's nice that if you order a grilled cheese that you have the option of a soup, fries, chips or fruit - this way you can choose to be healthy or to splurge. Overall for the price, the quality is good and I'm glad to have another place to for lunch in the loop. The only downfall is the line can be a bit long, but it moves pretty fast. read more

We had our wedding reception here in May and it was absolutely perfect. Fay accommodated all of our requests and really helped us make the reception very personal. She was helpful throughout the entire process from room layout to food options, late night snack- including our request for having mini White Sox nacho helmets and Chicago styled dogs. We ended up with just under 300 guests and the space worked out perfect. Plenty of space for our dance floor and the room by no means felt cramped. Truly a gorgeous venue & a perfect reception. read more

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Intrigued by the recent opening near my office coupled with a new employee joining our department, we headed to Pazzo's for an enjoyable lunch. Since I was still in Paleo mode, the nice looking brick oven pizzas were off limits, but I was glad to see some entrees that would make the cut: Chicken Scallopine with Artichokes: I think this was two chicken breasts... seriously tender, in a well made and flavored sauce, served over three wedges of roasted potatoes, with softened artichokes around the edges. The dish was just what a caveman could ask for, strong flavors, tender meat and veggies, and very tasty. The price at $17, isn't cheap for the loop, but you're also not eating fast food here either as the service and ambiance was quite enjoyable. My only complaint is that on our way out, we could BARELY squeeze through all the tables with how the restaurants was laid out... and it's never fun trying to walk by folks that are eating when you're afraid your'e going to knock over their glass of water/wine with your bulky winter coat. UPDATE: Tried their pizza finally... you can tell his brick oven fired, and they use a hefty dose of cornmeal at the bottom of their crust for sliding. It's respectable pizza, but for a hot brick oven, I think I expected more. Verdict: Great food, great service, high pricepoint for lunch. read more

Went here for lunch a few weeks ago and it was okay. The menu seemed to focus more on quantity (selection) than quality. It's really the same type of menu that one would see at Rivers or One North Kitchen; a steak salad, a couple whitefish dishes, some variation on mashed potatoes...nothing really stands out, but everything is edible. I got the apple-walnut salad, which was supposed to come with field greens and was instead served with wilted, yellowing pieces of romaine. Now, it was a BIG salad - lotsa chicken on top and a goodly amount of apples and pears and walnuts, which were supposed to have been candied but which were actually raw and unsalted - but it was completely...incohesive. It was like someone just piled in the ingredients and called it a salad - there was no continuity, no flow. Normally I don't notice if my salads have "flow," but that's exactly what became apparent. I should have guessed something was awry when I arrived and said that I was there for a reservation. They told me there was no reservation under my companion's name, so I just waited up front until my dining companion arrived. However, when he got there, he gave his name for the reservation and they found it in the book, crossed off his name, and seated us. What the hell? Our waiter was really difficult to understand and visibly nervous. I felt bad for the guy, he was sweating and shaking...I couldn't tell if he was just really feeling out of place or if he was sick, and that's just not something I want to be debating when I'm dining out. I have friends who work in the area, so I will probably go here again, but the bar has been set pretty low... read more

This place is okay. My last experience was less than satisfying, and I haven't been back since. The primary reason I eat Pazzo's is because they're cheap and fairly quick. I've never eaten there, although it is a very pretty area, so I can't comment on the wait staff and such; however, the line for the to-go is usually incredibly long. My coworkers and I used to call in orders in advance and go pick them up which was perfect. We avoided the long lines, and the food was ready to go when we got there. The last time I called however, I was told they only took advanced orders if there were bigger than a certain size (I don't remember exactly what size). I would understand this except a) they had always previously taken my orders in advance, and b) someone else had taken my order not 5 minutes earlier! Here's what happened. I called to order a grilled cheese w/ fries, a slice of pizza, and a salad. When I placed the order I was told pizza wasn't available with the to-go menu. This wasn't a big deal, but since the pizza wasn't for me I had to find out what my coworker wanted instead. I told them I would call back. I called back less than 5 minutes later with the revised order and was told they do not take advanced orders unless they're bigger than x size. I told the woman I had placed the same or similar orders before with out a problem and that I had just called 5 minutes earlier and didn't have a problem except that one of the items was not available. The woman was very rude and basically told me all the other people who had previously taken my orders were wrong. The food itself has a certain cafeteria feel to in (in flavor and serving style), but I hear their breakfast burrito's are excellent. read more

It's been a few months since I've been to Pazzo's, but for awhile I went to this Pazzo's location quiet frequently. My love for this restaurant took a slow, but definite decline over the first year I was working in the city. In my humble option the food, and service, went from great to mediocre. My first disappointment was when they stopped serving the sweet potato chips however it didn't kill my love of the place completely. After having the chicken parmigiana sandwich several times I mixed thing up a bit and got one of their salads which I found outstanding and had renewed my hope in the place. However, when I went back a few months later and ordered the same thing again it wasn't as stellar. As for the actual service it's not bad, just not as good as it had been when I first started going there. Sadly, I have to say my biggest problem involved making reservations. On several occasions they lost our reservation. Thankfully, we always planned to get there before the "first shift" descended upon the place so even if our reservation was lost we had no problem getting a table. All in all, I wouldn't totally disqualify Pazzo's, but I there are many other places I'd go first. read more

Great lunch this week! I met a few friends (one works in the building, the other loves eating here). It is both veggie- & budget-friendly, hitting two of my requests for most lunch spots. I had the grilled veggie wrap. Freshly made to order, with a spinach wrap & tons of veggies, a squirt of balsamic, and pepper jack cheese. The wrap is put in the panini press, so the cheese gets nice & melt-y. I subbed in the jalapeno/giardiniera to give it some extra heat & it was spot on. The workers were very friendly, and the best part, this ran about $5.50 + tax, complete with your choice of fries, chips, cup of soup or a piece of fruit --- are you kidding me!? Rock star. Ditto on eating by the great fountains, or grabbing your meal to go outside when the weather warms up a bit. read more

I never wanted a wedding. It sounded like such a stressful and expensive ordeal, and every wedding seemed just like the last. After being engaged for 8 months, I was dead set on eloping or just going to the courthouse. On two separate and unrelated occasions, I had two friends suggest I go look at Pazzo's. It is located just a block away from my office, so I walked over there one day after work. When I got to the escalators and looked out onto the atrium, I was shocked. I had never felt this way before....I remember thinking to myself "I could get married here." The space is so unique and beautiful. It is so gorgeous you could really get away with no flowers if you were on a tight budget. I walked down to get a tour right away, and I booked the venue the next day. Thanks to Fay, our wedding day was perfect! Knowing that she was there and has done this for so many years really was a huge comfort. She answered so many of my questions during the planning process, and she was always very quick to respond via email or phone call. She met with us for a rehearsal the night before the wedding as well, which was so helpful. I would not hesitate to book your wedding at Pazzo's. The food was amazing, the drinks were flowing, the atmosphere was perfect, and I continue to get compliments from all my family and friends. I think the beauty of the space really cannot be beat. There are so many amazing photo opportunities, it's a photographer's dream! Thank you so much Fay and the Pazzo's Team! read more

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Thanks to a couple of co-workers for recommending Pazzos. If you're looking for no-frills, cheap, and good lunch spot, look no further. Set in the WaMu building at 311 S. Wacker, this a great spot to grab a quick bite and some nice atmosphere. The dining court sits next to a nice fountain that can provide a brief break in a hectic day. For $5 you can get a nice plate of hummus, veggies, pita, chicken breast and a drink. Honestly, its the cheapest place I've found in the loop. I go after 1pm, but I have heard the line can be huge during the lunch crush. If you're looking for a nice, cheap alternative to a lot of the bland food in the loop, check this place out! read more

I came here for a work lunch. It was: Beautiful. Great menu. BUT... Service was pretty awful. She had a pleasant attitude but was SO forgetful and out of sorts. She repeatedly messed things up and we had to ask her 4 times for someone to get some dressing for a salad that was not dressed and had no dressing on the side. She messed up our drink orders twice, once by forgetting something, and once later by only bringing 4 coffees when 5 of us ordered it. Food was also unimpressive. My salad looked beautiful but totally underwhelmed my taste buds. My coworker got a steak salad and the steak was awfully dried out. On the surface, it's great. Nice location. Nice vibe. Varied menu, with the option to build your own pasta. But when it gets down to the brass tacks of running a good restaurant, they miss the mark. read more

It's very sad when places like this take advantage of young couples planning the most important event in their life. Our son and daughter in law had their wedding reception here. The food was excellent. They arranged the parking lot and paid 1700.00 in advance. The guests ended up paying for parking and manager of banquet did nothing to help them get their refund. They lost that money. The acoustics in the hall are terrible and manager did not advise them in advance to arrange special sound system with their dj. Many special announcements and speeches were missed and was a big disappointment. The manager may say that it is their responsibility, however if you as manager are aware of previous problems the couple should be informed in advance. I can only recommend them for the quality of food. Service was not that great. read more

I attended a recent wedding here and was amazed at the beauty of this place! The atrium where the wedding took place is unlike any other venue I've been to. The appetizers were delicious and the main meal was very tasty. What a unique place for a wedding! read more

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I have been to Pazzo's @ 311 twice now and I wish both times weren't so bad. The decor is tacky wedding beautiful - small plastic chandelier lights on the table, silver high backed chairs, bright lighting....I think you get the idea. The food has the hopes of being good but just isn't. The first time I got a sandwich and it was decent but not worth the $11 for just a sandwich. The second time I wine for pasta (you can't screw up pasta right?!). Well they did. The pasta wasn't fully cooked, they forgot to add the oil and garlic and the veggies were over cooked. The bruschetta appetizer was broiled. I'm not sure why a standard Italian dish of bread with fresh tomatoes, garlic and oil and sprinkled with cheese should be broiled, but that's how it appeared. Overall if you are looking to spend $20-$50 for a lunch, there are a few other spots that are much better and in walking distance. read more

Horrible service. I was here with a group of 3 today and an hour later there was literally no food in sight. Perhaps it was an off afternoon. AVOID - the service is horrible. read more