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Great hole in the wall spot if you will, very nice and attentive staff. The food was great, beginning at the bread for the table all the way up to dessert. My only comment would be the staff who helped the waiters occasionally took plates without asking if we were done fist, but overall 10/10 experience.
Closing out restaurant week with a trip to piccolo signo. Food was pretty solid. I would say the arabiatta sauce for the mussels was PHENOMENAL. after that the food was pretty solid, until you get to the desserts. Bravo on the tiramisu. Would recommend. The staff are friendly, food is solid, drinks are great, and the ambiance makes for a great dinner date. Would recommend.
Piccolo Sogno was an absolutely phenomenal experience and such a special night. From the moment we sat down, everything felt warm, intimate, and thoughtfully done. I ordered the Rosticciana with braised beef short ribs, local white corn polenta, sautéed greens, red wine, and aromatic vegetables. The short ribs were incredibly tender and full of flavor, and the polenta paired perfectly with the richness of the dish. My boyfriend got the Maiale al Latte, a Berkshire pork shank stewed with milk and fennel over mashed potatoes with Tuscan kale and pancetta, and it was just as amazing. Comforting, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. We ended the night with dessert, and it was the perfect finishing touch to an already incredible meal. The staff was excellent attentive, kind, and genuinely made the evening feel special. Overall, it was such a nice, sweet night with outstanding food and service. Easily a five star experience and a place we will absolutely be returning to.
My family and I had reservations here last night before heading to a concert at the United Center. We drove and used their valet service, which was a nice touch and made arriving stress-free. We got there right as the restaurant opened for our 5:30 reservation, so we grabbed a drink at the bar while waiting for the rest of our party. The bartender was friendly and made an excellent Aperol spritz and old fashioned. The interior is cozy and moody in the best way, such a warm, inviting atmosphere. I'd love to come back during the warmer months to experience their outdoor seating. The menu is on the smaller side, but every item feels thoughtful and unique. Our entire group ended up ordering from the specials: the Cacio e Pepe and the risotto. Everyone loved their dish. I had the Cacio e Pepe and thoroughly enjoyed it. It's one of those dishes that's deceptively simple but easy to get wrong, and they nailed it--the cheese-to-pepper ratio was perfect, and the texture of the green noodles was such a fun touch. We finished the night by sharing the tortino dessert, which was a hit with all of us. Overall, I'm really glad we chose Piccolo Sogno for our pre-concert dinner. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu!
Went to Piccolo for my pre birthday celebration We were welcomed with complementary bread basket and it was a delight. As vegetarian there are limited options but still enough to enjoy the meal. Service was on spot with the staff being super polite. Loved the gnocchi and the dessert. The truffle mushroom spaghetti was full of umami flavor but it needs something to break the monotonous flavor profile. Ambiance was perfect for a date night.
Had a great time here! I love italian food and this place did not disappoint. My ravioli was fantastic and the patio had tons of trees and cute lights, can't ask for a better ambiance.
Seated on the outdoor patio, great ambiance. The restaurant was packed for a Friday night in Chicago. We ordered salads, the prosciutto pizza, gnocchi and the special lasagne. Entrees were creative.
This is one of my favorites spots in town. I've been there in many occasions. I love the patio in the summer time, the ambiance it's so beautiful in all the ways. And inside the restaurant it's having a tasteful layout and I love that the ambiance it's romantic with not so much light. The service it's always impeccable. I the Italian wines that the serve there are a very great selection. The food it's so good that you can't stop eating , from pasta , pizza , fritto misto, fish and beef dishes . The dessert it's the cherry on the cake! Congratulations to the Chef Tony Priolo and Mr. Ciro for this amazing location.
This place may have the nicest back patio in the city! So big and spacious and laced with lights above. I've often heard about the awesomeness of this space and finally came by for a bday dinner recently! Our server Leonardo was such a good dude with a great sense of humor and took extra good care of us! Food was really good! We started with the Pesche salad which was a great started. Includes arugula, goat cheese, peaches and lemon oil..fantastic! Ravioli Piccolo Sogno was exceptional as it includes four cheese ravioli, pine nuts, butter, marsala glaze and parmesan curls. The Halibut Al Forno was delicious as well! The portions are a nice size and they are more than willing to split everything into 2 plates if you are sharing. Washed it all down with a couple of very good filthy martinis. Love this place and will need to return a couple more times before summer is over!
An incredible NYE meal!! We loved their Rosa pizza and even ordered it twice! Their okie oil and sauces are flavored to perfection!
Piccolo Songo has a lovely patio and a great location. Right off the El plus a small valet lot onsite. Valet is not free, but he was very nice and I didn't have to hunt for parking in a busy area at sometime. Wine menu is fantastic. Lots of good options. My food was okay. In defense of the establishment, our options were limited on an event pre-set menu. If I went back I'd try other things. The presentation of the salad was lovely. Straw pasta was lovely to look at and probably homemade. Servers professional.
Everything was delicious and the staff was great. I think the portions need to be way bigger lol. Extensive wine list with affordable options. A lot of seating but I would still make a reservation because it was packed.
Had dinner at this place while in Chicago and it was my least favorite. The best thing was the bread. Personally I felt like the entrees were prepared and sat under a light. The pastas tasted chalky. My waiter didn't speak much English and could really describe the various entrees.
Reviews are mixed. Many praise the authentic Italian dishes, beautiful patio and ambiance, and friendly, attentive service.
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Ambiance 4 stars Service 4 stars Drinks 4 stars Food 4 stars Had been wanting to come for a while and it was worth the visit read more
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Very pretty outdoor terrace! This place makes you transport to Europe! You honestly don't feel like you are in Chicago anymore and we loved how serene and peaceful it felt. The caprese app were pretty good and I got the Ravioli which was pretty filling - next time I go, I will ask for the appetizer portion so it's a little smaller. The service was good too - a little confused when we told the waiter that it was my friend's birthday and then nothing happened. We saw pictures on Yelp that others got dessert plates that said Happy Birthday so assumed they do something but maybe he did not know. It's okay, will definitely come back at night to enjoy the lights! read more
1 year ago
I always walk by here bc it's kind of I awkward location and I am so happy I finally went ! They have a homemade balsamic which is soooooo good! The service was great and the outside patio is BEAUTIFUL read more
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The food was delicious! Service was very efficient. The place itself was so loud with the tables so close together it was hard to hear anything said at my table. We had the burrata to start, absolutely delicious and large quantity that could easily be shared with 4 people. Then for salads the caprese and pesche were delicious. So fresh and again, we could have probably shared the portions were large. For pasta we tried the gnocchi which was the only thing that left me a little disappointed, not as tender or flavorful as expected. But the ravioli was great as was the special orecchiette. Finally had the beef short rib which was melt in your mouth delicious. read more
Came for lunch on. Thursday. They have a great enclosed patio out back- a must when the weather is good. Got the burrata and calamari Frito for apps. Both were pretty good For main, I got the halibut. Perfectly cooked. Fresh with peas and all. A lovely spring dish. Our server was super funny and welcoming. Overall, If you're looking for Italian classics done very well, Piccolo is the place to go. Also has a great pasta and pizza selection + pretty large serving sizes read more
4 years ago
This is definitely your top of the line authentic Italian restaurant. From the moment you walk in you know it's a family affair. It's an incredibly large space with elegant visuals. In the restrooms they even print their name on their thickly lined napkins for drying your hands. My friend and I came and did restaurant week. Please note that whatever you set your reservation for, that is the time they will seat you. we arrived maybe 10 minutes early and they said it has to be exactly 4:00 pm. Ohkk whoa there. We did the dinner option which includes three options. For my meal, the soup was amazing. Very thick and tasty with the table bread given. (The vinegrate used is thick sweet and delectable). My pasta portion was very large and they were super generous with the boar. The boar was tender and melted in your mouth. The pasta shells were clearly made in house but a bit tough like they weren't cooked all the way through. The panna cotta gave jello vibes. Wasn't a fan and I've had amazing panna cotta - however, the fruit were fresh and cold. I did have a bit of the tiramisu and it's super rich and the coffee flavor pops at you. I did enjoy my time and experience here. Super happy we went early to avoid the rush they get (super packed) but I wouldn't return. I'd be interested in trying another Italian establishment. read more
Another WONDERFUL place I got to try during restaurant week! Because I'd eaten pretty heavy the previous day, I picked the Insalata Di Mista for my first course and it was delicious though I felt that the lettuce could have been either cut or torn into smaller pieces. That's just a pet peeve I have about salads... For my 2nd course, I picked the Battuta di Pollo which was very dry and overcooked. There were 3 of us and we shared each of the 3 desserts and they were ALL heavenly! The service was awesome and the atmosphere was both welcoming and comfortable. read more
Came here for my partner's birthday. Great service, nice ambiance. I had the duck, and it was delicious, with crispy skin with a side of kale and fennel sausage. A generous portion that left me full! Everyone's food looked great. Also their bread is wonderful. The pizza bread is awesome, be sure to get fresh Parmesan cheese ground into your olive oil and balsamic. So, so good. There was also free parking on the street outside, and that made things super easy, especially with in laws in tow! The one ding I have to make is the birthday dessert--it was a pile biscotti sprinkled with powdered sugar. Nothing to dip it in. No coffee. Just plain, dry biscotti. I get that it was a complimentary dessert, but I wish there had been a little more love put into it, especially for a nice, candlelit, tablecloth-adorned restaurant, and for a special birthday dinner. Couldn't spare a slice of cake? That made me a little sad. But overall, I had a nice time, and everything else was great! read more
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I was recommended to this place by company corporate chefs and the whole dining experience was amazing. I was celebrating my second anniversary with my partner and we both loved the whole ambiance - if it would have been daytime or summer then outdoor dining would have been absolutely fantastic, giving vibes of Italy. Our food from cocktails to dessert - everything tasted very good. We were greeted by fresh bread and bottle of olive oil with balsamic. Our table service was also top notch. I would be visiting back again. read more
1 year ago
This place has fast service and their restaurant week lunch menu is 100% worth the money. It was definitely good portions for the price, but I think the flavor wasn't great. I enjoyed the food, but I don't think the items were something I'd get again. I wanted to try the tiramisu, but they were out of it. Dessert was good, but I didn't really enjoy the flaky crispy part as it felt overwhelming compared to the filling, but the filling was amazing. However, I did like the minestrone soup a lot. read more
2 years ago
This is a beautiful restaurant! The waiters and staff were also very friendly and fun. The dim lighting was very nice as well. In terms of the food, everything was good. The mussels were my favorite part - those were spectacular. Really good sizes & quality and so tasty. It was restaurant week so I also had the ravioli and the biscotti and those were good but nothing mind blowing. My biggest complaint was how noisy it was. I took my dad here for his 76th birthday and brought his cousins (close in age) and it was very hard for those who were hard hearing to feel included. I think the main dining room would have been more quiet. I would consider going back but would keep that in mind for next time. read more
Swing by piccolo Sogno for a group dinner. The ambience makes you feel like you are dining in an old Italian town. The place is huge! They have a lot of seating available and a heated outdoor patio as well. We were large party and they could easily accommodate us. The food was good but not great! We tried the burrata with tomatoes, margarita pizza, four cheese ravioli, Mille fogile and lemon panna cotta. We also tried great Chardonnay and Malbec. The lemon panna cotta was my most favorite dish. The Mille fogile was interesting. The service was pretty fast and the servers are really hard working. They took great care of us throughout. A must visit! read more
2 years ago
Pre-meal: Reservations advised. Valet parking. Room: Beautiful outdoor patio. The trees, greenery and lighting create an oasis. Picture-taking: Natural light outside, can't speak for inside. Beverages: Good WBTG and cocktail program. Menu: Pretty straightforward Italian. Apps, pasta, pizza, secondi and dolci. Nothing strays too far from the familiar. Food: Be sure to ask for the house 15 yr aged balsamic vinegar! Generally the food was good but is not going to win any awards. Fried calamari and octopus appetizers were spot-on. Margherita pizza was just ok. Green nettle gnocchi was good and the veggies on it were nice but was this a pasta dish or veggie dish? The roast duck was very nice. Pork saltimbocca and the meat ragu pastas were decent but nothing too special. Service: Very good. Price: Moderate. FYI they charge 3% service charge to use credit card. Value: Good. Summary: Come for the beautiful outdoor space. read more
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What what! Great service and great food and reasonably priced! It was a group of 7 of us, multiple bottles of wine and most got different dishes. Everyone was thrilled and the service was spectacular. Consistently checking on us, filling waters and wine etc. I don't have much to say about the ambiance, it's darker there and it was busy so we sort of just went straight to the table and that was that. Would definitely return!! read more
2 years ago
Had a delicious Restaurant Week lunch. They had a lot of selections, most places don't. I had the mussels for appetizer, big portion and it was fresh and tasty. The branzino had a sweet sauce on top which was ok, the asparagus was very good. The tiramisu dessert also was a generous treat. Overall, it was definitely worth the $30. read more
2 years ago
The patio is really nice in warm weather. The food was all really good and had a nice variety. read more
Really good food and a very cozy ambiance. A fun place for a nice Italian dining experience. We ordered off the menu of the day and both entrees were exceptional. The dessert was a chocolate molten cake with hazelnut gelato and candied hazelnuts. Delicious! read more
exterior and interior ambiance is nice and looks cool, however, the restaurant week food was very lackluster. a breakdown: -insalata di cesar: 7/10. i really enjoyed the addition of anchovies--i'd never had whole anchovies on a caesar salad until this one! i also like how they chopped the lettuce into smaller pieces. however, there was not enough dressing (a caesar salad's achilles heel) -salmone alla griglia: 5.5/10. the roasted grapes were the best part. otherwise, the salmon was dry (although seasoned fine) and the winter greens were kind of salty. the flavors in this dish aren't very cohesive. -tiramisu: 9/10. tasty, however, missing that deep espresso and cocoa flavor. i will add that i really enjoyed the (complimentary) bread variety!! read more
We came here for restaurant week and I will say 3 full courses for 42$ is quite the deal compared to what some other restaurants are offering. The restaurant itself is very large and they have convenient valet parking and paid parking options around the area! First and foremost the food was good and we would have no issues with returning, but there wasn't really a wow factor that would make me recommend it to people either. For starters we had the meatball and the Caesar salad which were both good. For the mains we had the pappardelle and the salmon. Both were just okay. The grapes and sauce that came along with the salmon were good but I was looking for a little more flavor and seasoning on the salmon. The dessert was great and I have no complaints! I like that they offered full portions of each course and that they had so many options (vegetarian, gluten free, etc) for each! read more
4 years ago
I have been to Piccolo a few times. I love the patio in the summer time. Every time I have gone I have been happy with the food. I got this truffle mushroom dish last time and I've had their risotto before. Both dishes I loved. Piccolo has a fun vibe for a date night or a weekend dinner spot with friends. Definitely will be going back. read more
3 years ago
When you love a restaurant, you want them to maintain their quality over the years, so you can keep loving them. Piccolo Sogno is better than ever. Our recent lunch was perfect. Every piece of seafood in this photo was delicious and cooked to perfection, and I love the bed of bitter rapini. It's one of my favorite greens, and it was perfect. Frutti Di Mare $33.00 Gluten- free. Sautéed calamari, shrimp & octopus, garlic rapini, roasted potatoes, "Vesuvio" sauce. read more
My husband and I came here for our wedding anniversary and overall it didn't really deliver. The back patio is the main draw as it is very lovely with all the greenery and twinkle lights, but even that had some downsides. We came on a warm summer day and couldn't feel any of the breeze since the patio is enclosed with a tall gate. We were also sat in between two other 2-top tables that felt uncomfortably close. Our server was very quick and to the point. Didn't really engage with us much but wasn't rude or anything. The food was probably the most disappointing part of the evening. We ordered the calamari & antipasto platter to start. The calamari was nothing to write home about, just came with some lemon slices and no sauce. The antipasto platter was also lackluster, not much flavor to the veggies but the Parmesan cheese was good, just came with two small pieces. We both got a pasta dish for our entree- the paglia e fieno was wildly oversalted, to the point that I couldn't taste much of anything else. The pappardelle was okay, but the wild boar ragu it came with essentially just tasted like beef stew. The best part of my dining experience was the margarita I ordered from their cocktail list (which is ironic for an Italian place.) This was our second time dining at Piccolo Sogno; our first was pre-Covid and I remember it being much better. Unfortunately this will likely be our last time as well. read more
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Love the authentic Italian feel of Piccolo Sogno. The homemade pasta dishes are amazing and the cocktails were good as well. The chocolate cake with hazelnut gelato is also a MUST read more
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We ordered the fried shrimp and calamari and a pizza to share as our appetizers, and the pappardelle con cinghiale and gnocchi for our mains. The fried calamari was fresh and the batter was decently seasoned, and contained more shrimp than most other comparable Italian restaurants in Chicago. The pizza was delicious and I really enjoyed the combination of salami and green onion. The wild boar in the ragu for the pappardelle had just the right amount of gaminess to it but the gnocchi was quite bland. The service was fast and our waiter was very attentive. Our appetizer and pizza came out quickly after we put our order in and it was clear that the waitstaff was being mindful of allowing us to finish those off before firing our mains. The dining room interior is very spacious, with high ceilings and plenty of space between tables. They also have an outdoor seating area but as we were seated inside I am unable to comment on it as of yet. Overall, pretty decent with no major complaints but nothing to really write home about either. read more
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464 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60642
River West, West Loop, Near West Side, West Town
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(312) 421-0077
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How is parking for this place? Should I look for a SpotHero or is it easy to find?
Metered parking is available and valet too
Can you eat dinner at the bar?
Yes. I've eaten at the bar several times. A TV too.
Is this place BYOB?
Hi,unfortunately I don't think so,a lot of customer ordered a bottle/glasses of alcohol as far as I saw.
Does anyone know if the patio is open in the fall (early October)?
Absolutely yes! Patio typically open weather permitting. We spent one magical March evening outside eating a divine dinner ( don't remember if the heaters were used or not!)
Is this place kids friendly?
Not bad but it's a little upmarket, depends on ages of kids. Not really for toddlers, not because I'm sure the restaurant wouldn't accommodate but more because of other diners on expense accounts who might give dirty looks:)
Is patio seating first come first serve or do you need a reservation?
Even if you have a reservation, you may have to wait longer for an outdoor table. One year for my birthday (we come here most years for my birthday because we live so close) we had to wait 45 minutes past our reservation time for a patio seat. But…
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