Georgia was amazing!!! The food was exceptional and loved the desserts. Loved the family style approach and that Georgia helped with the amounts. Loved our evening !! read more

Our server, Lulu, was amazing!! she was so kind and helpful with our dietary restrictions and made us laugh. the restaurant was clean and the food was so yummy! i love the shareable portion sizes read more

Holden is awesome, love the atmosphere, love the prices, love Holden. The bathrooms are upstairs, but if you're looking around at the coat racks on the main floor next to the doors you'll be directed because they can tell you're not familiar. read more

Quartino never misses. From the moment you sit down, you know you're in for something special. We started with the fried mozzarella sticks -- golden, crispy, herb-flecked perfection served on newspaper with a smoky marinara dipping sauce that had us fighting over the last drop. The bruschetta with roasted tomatoes and fresh mozzarella drizzled in balsamic was simple, elegant, and completely devoured. The meatballs in a cast iron skillet -- braised in rich tomato sauce with ricotta and fresh basil -- are worth coming back for alone. Hearty, tender, and packed with flavor. The penne alla vodka was silky, creamy, and finished beautifully with Parmesan. And the Margherita pizza? Thin, blistered crust with fresh basil ribbons -- it disappeared fast. The atmosphere is warm, the portions are generous, and the Italian comfort food hits every time. This is the kind of meal you talk about on the drive home. Highly recommend for date night, family dinner, or any night you want to eat like you're in Italy. read more

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I had a reservation at Quartino, and we were seated but never assigned a server. The restaurant wasn't that busy given that it was 9:30pm on a Sunday, and we were seated for 30 minutes without any service until I asked someone walking by if we could place an order. Throughout the meal we never got any refills on our water, still didn't have a server, and weren't able to get our check. Luckily there are QR codes at the table so we were able to pay and leave after we finished eating. The Pappardelle Al Sugo Di Pomodoro pasta tasted fresh and the meat was flavorful, but it could've used more sauce and salt. The Campania pizza was bland, had soggy crust in the middle, and tasted like ricotta with some cherry tomatoes on top with a hint of garlic. read more

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Just like in Italy as they say, very bland, just okay flavor. The BREAD with olive oil had more flavor than the fetutcinni Alfredo and pizza really. It was also giving me traumatic flashbacks to the loud high school cafeteria and prison. Loud for no reason in here like a bar of houligans, but it's fun in a way. Whatever. This is one of those "atmosphere" places. People rate it high because of "social proof" and everyone goes here so should you. Do NOT go here there's alot better Italian places even in Chicago read more

Exceptional service and small plates, the perfect dining experience all around. Nestled on the corner of N State Street Quartino is packed with great food and an enforceable dining experience...reservations are a must. We ventured out as a family of four, made reservations in advance for a Saturday night and were ready to feast. The wait staff was s vey accommodating, especially with how busy the bar and restaurant are, think packed in like sardines. Huddled around a small table barely big enough to fit 4 chairs and the abundance of plates, glasses bottles of wine not to mention the never ending small plates, you felt like you were at Sunday dinner. The menu is set up for sharing and you might think it won't be enough but you will still have plenty leftover. Starting with warm olives, minestrone, fresh burrata and tomatoes, and galleria white bean dip with plenty of grilled bread we were content, the flavors complimented each other and were full of fresh flavor. We then moved on to pasta, tortellini with peas and prosciutto, white clam linguine and tagliatelle bolognese, each one better than the next. The perfectly cooked pasta with tons of garlic and fresh herbs, meats and cheese were incredible. When we thought we couldn't eat anything else we were offered dessert. The warm hot chocolate cake with vanilla gelato was rich and delicious and the caramel bananas with biscotti and vanilla gelato were decadent and delicious! A truly great dining experience, totally worth the close quarters. read more

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Came for dinner during the St. Patrick's Day parade, and it was a bit busy without a reservation. We waited about 20 minutes to be seated, so I would definitely recommend making one ahead of time. When ordering, the dishes came out one at a time as they were prepared, which worked well for us since we weren't sharing. I ordered the eggplant parmesan, and my boyfriend got the gnocchi. Both were good, but his dish was definitely more flavorful. Parts of my eggplant tasted like the skillet it was baked in, which took away from the overall flavor. The bread served at the beginning was also pretty good. Our server was nice and attentive, and the restaurant itself was clean. Overall, a solid experience with a few minor drawbacks. read more

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Everything was sooooo good. The funghi pizza is easily one of the top 3 best pizzas I've had. The pizza had a thin, crispy crust that wasn't dry at all. The mushroom flavor was perfect 9/10. The fondue was 8/10 and so good with the bread, though the bread itself was a little stale which made it a 5/10 on its own. The pappardelle with braised beef was also amazing. The meat was super soft and flavorful. The only thing that could make it better would be slightly more al dente noodles, but still a 9/10 dish. The vibes were amazing. Lively, fun, and perfect for an affordable casual date night in Chicago. read more

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I went here to catch up with some friends, so I apologize that there is a lack of photos for some dishes, but it was all well appreciated at the moment. For reference, 5/10 is average for me. The ambiance of the restaurant is very cute- from my view there were cans of tomatoes and wines decorated on shelves. There are also TVs in the restaurant, but I didn't really pay attention to what they were showing. They also have a deli section in the restaurant which I thought was nice so you can view what meats they offer. Service was very attentive. One thing I didn't like about the dining tables is that there is a pile of plates that take up a good bulk of the space on the table. These plates are for sharing entrees and other dishes with the dining party but I thought the space it took up didn't compensate for the ease of sharing dishes. Additionally the dining area we were seated at was a bit cramped with some seats being directly behind another person's chair. Ambiance: 5/10. Service: 7/10. Espresso Martini: Super delicious and heavy on the espresso. Rich and dark. As a dark chocolate/ cacao lover, this was amazing. They did forget the espresso beans so I guess that means no health, wealth, and happiness for me :'( (lol jk). 9/10. Burrata: The burrata was fresh and creamy . The tomatoes were amazing- they were so flavored with the charred flavor from being grilled. I loved this dish for especially for the combo between the tomatoes providing acidity and some bitterness from the char which was complemented nicely by the mild and creamy burrata. 9/10. Veal Meatballs: Loved the flavor of the meatballs + was seasoned well. The tomato sauce it was in was also really good and tasted fresh and earthy. 7/10. Eggplant Parmigiana: I got this because my Italian coworker recommended it to me a while ago and I love eggplant. This was very good, but relied heavily on the mozzarella to carry the flavor profile. Still nicely seasoned and fresh, but maybe it's because I can't stop thinking about those grilled tomatoes from the burrata that I wish there was a bit more flavor from the eggplant. 7/10. Penne alla vodka: This was one of the best pastas I've tasted. The sauce was incredibly rich in flavor- sweet and acidic from tomatoes, savory from the garlic, and an undertone of spice from the red chilies. We added chicken on it which was also delicious since the chicken soaked up the sauce and the chicken was grilled, providing a bitter flavor to contrast the flavors from the sauce. 10/10. Tiramisu: I love tiramisu so I thought it was fantastic, but my friends who are also tiramisu-holics didn't quite like it. Among our feedback included that the mascarpone cream felt a bit heavy for the dessert and that there wasn't enough espresso to balance out the mild, creamy flavor from the mascarpone. 7/10. Overall: 7/10. read more

Quartino Ristorante - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I've passed this place all the time but never went in and I'm so glad I did. A few of my coworkers and I decided to have a holiday dinner here because no one has been and wanted to try this new place. Beautiful classic Italian food with a classic speakeasy vibe. I won't lie, they were so many options and everything we tried was delicious. Especially for the price! Our server was so kind and patient with us. She gave suggestions and helped us based off dietary restrictions. Even if you don't want to eat, there's a lot of different bars within the restaurant where you can sit by a cozy fire, the bar. This is a nice place to pregame and have dinner before the night starts or for a celebration. I will be back. read more

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Dined solo at Quartino on a packed Saturday night, and the place was buzzing -- definitely popular. It was packed and loud. Unfortunately, the service wasn't great. It was slow, and my server didn't check in much, but when he was there, he was nice and offered suggestions. I ordered a half-and-half pizza, and that part was solid -- flavorful and worth ordering. The bread and olive oil, though? Not good. I hate when restaurants bring plain oil with no herbs or seasoning. I realize this was too much for solo dining but I wanted it so for dessert, I finished with the Gran Coppa. It was just okay. The biscotti was hard as hell -- like, I'm not risking my teeth for this . Overall, the food was hit or miss, and the service definitely dragged the experience down. This visit didn't really wow me, if I lived in Chicago, I might give em another shot but as a visitor, there's more to explore. read more

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I unfortunately forgot to take photos, but this restaurant is pasta in its finest italian form. The noodles were great and you have plenty of options for sauces. The only reason why I put it as a 4 because I tend to like meat on my pasta and I didnt seem to see any with sustenant meat. Nor did I see and option to add. Im also used to americanized pasta with a little more seasoning than just cheese,cream, pasta. I like it to have a little more flavor, but I do understand it tastes like traditional italian pasta The service was amazing and due to many of the sauces being new to me, the waiter was very knowledgeable on the contents of the dish. It's very homestyle Italian restaurant, although it's huge. read more

The service here was amazing. We had a big group, and the servers made sure that all of our questions and concerns were answered. They explained the specials of the night well and they were all very welcoming. The complementary bread and butter with olive oil oil definitely helped fill me up. One of my favorite dishes was the Parmesan chicken. It was pretty small though. They said that it was shareable among the table, but I could've ate it all by myself ha ha. It's also very dark inside. And to get to a table was very narrow not a lot of open space. Makes sense because it was very busy. They did have some outdoor seating near the entrance, but it was too cold to sit outside. read more

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Just stopped in for dessert and a drink at the bar. Waited on right away and our treat came out fast and drinks were very good! We got the Coppa Alla Banana, it was 2 big scoops of Gelato (delicious), with a couple of pieces of caramelized banana and all the other delicious toppings. It's a VERY top heavy dessert, so take care. Enjoyed it, but would have loved a bit more banana. Margarita was expertly prepared and delicious. read more

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Food is HEAVEN! Cozy, homey vibes. We stumbled upon this restaurant during our spring break staycation for our girls. Looked at the reviews and they did not disappoint! . The server came up to our table and apologized for the wait even when we didn't even have wait at all so I knew immediately that the service was going to be great! And it really was such good service. Our waitress was so sweet and patient as we had a few questions about the menu. Once we sat down, they brought out bread immediately! And the condiments they have at the table are a great touch and so fun because you get to create your own dip for the bread! The assistant manager, Grant, is so awesome and friendly. He came over to talk to us and gave us some background information on the establishment! And what made dinner even BETTER was that he is a PACKERS fan and he was so generous for giving us a treat! The food came out in a very decent time considering how busy they were for a Tuesday evening. Everything was so fresh and hot! We ordered the calamari, one of the best I have ever had (and I order calamari everywhere I go, if it is available)! My husband had their Funghi pizza and he is picky about his pizzas but he ate just about the entire pizza! Our girls split the Alla vodka with meatballs and ate every last bit! I ordered the linguine with clams and the shrimp fra diavolo! PERFECTION!! I ended up mixing them together and it was top tier! Their non alcoholic drinks were very refreshing too! Especially the lemon basil snash and the No-jito! HIGHLY recommend this place! The table next to us (they live in Indiana) we took a picture for them and they said it's one of their favorite places every time they come to Chicago! It's now a place we will definitely bring all our friends and family too! read more

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the overall experience was 5 star. Our waiter was a fellow call HoldenMcGee. He was sensational. Never do I offer restaurant feedback but Holden is a refreshing change. He personified excellence, efficiency and quality and Quartino should have a pat on the back for recruiting him. By the way, I am English and simply traveling through Chicago but could not let the opportunity to praise Holden McGee slip By me. read more

Service was amazing, and the drinks we got were wonderful. I had the lemon drop martini and my husband had an old fashioned. My friends had espresso martinis and said they were some of the better ones they'd tried. I had the tortellini and it was delicious and my husband had the tagliatelle and he enjoyed it but it was just ok. Overall great experience and this is a staple for us when in Chicago. read more

Affordable and smaller portions so can try different dishes. Perfect for family style. Ordered - tortellini - wild arugula salad - chicken parmigiana - penne alla vodka - orecchiette My favorites are the wild arugula salad and the orecchiette. I love a good zesty and fruity salad. The orecchiette has a good texture and well seasoned. It's good customer service but can be a bit difficult to get your server's attention because every time I've gone, it's always busy/packed. read more

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This was my very first true authentic Italian restaurant. It was decent, but I honestly feel that I've had better at other chain restaurants. Pasta was just okay and the seasoning was minimal. I had to add way too much extra cheese, pepper and salt to get a good taste. The best part about my whole experience here was the waitress. I don't remember her name but she was the short, African American lady with small braids or twists. She was amazing. read more

Quartino Ristorante - Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We ordered to go for our pasta and it was pretty busy especially for Valentine Week. The fettuccine Alfredo and bolognese were good with so much flavors but the sausage is a little salty. The ambiance inside is so nice and makes it so cozy. Will definitely come back and try their other things on the menu. read more

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Definitely not what it used to be. We came here to celebrate an anniversary and were seated upstairs -- it was unbearably hot and stuffy. Our drinks took over 20 minutes to arrive, and our food took over an hour. When it finally came, one pizza was cold with hard cheese while the other was so hot it couldn't be eaten right away. The table didn't even have olive oil for the bread (which was a nasty loaf) and the entire space felt dirty and hectic. Our server never once asked if we wanted another drink or needed anything else. We were honestly shocked at how bad the service, atmosphere, and food have gotten. Sweating our entire meal. read more

Quartino Ristorante - Balcony, eggplant pizza, veal meatballs, olives and artichokes. Awesome! - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

9/29/25 Monday We called to confirm if they could accommodate a party of 9 around 8 PM and they were surprisingly able to do so despite the late hour and dinner crowds. We waited about 10 minutes before being seated. Service was great. The food was overall great. We ordered a lot so I'll just speak to the ones that I tried. - Calamari hot and fresh and tender but really salty. - Steak was overcooked. We asked for medium rare. Both dishes were not medium rare. It also a bit too salty. Broccolini was a little tough. - Gnocchi was tasty and chewy. Sauce was seasoned well. - Shrimp: small portion of actual shrimp. The dish was mostly tomato sauce. It had a kick. They should note that the dish is spicy. - Gelato vanilla good but didn't really stand out. The strawberry gelato is pretty sour and sweet, more like sorbet than ice cream. - The Tiramisu was my favorite dessert. Creamy and lightly sweetened. Tip: You can order affogato even though it's not technically in the menu. Ambiance: Dimly lit Italian restaurant located in a tourist central area. There's indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Okay I forgot how much I like this place! I used to come here all the time as a kid with my parents and it's such a cozy atmosphere! They have TVs playing all Italian films all over the restaurant and the decor is very old Italy esc. The best part about this place is the price is because they are so affordable for river north. The pastas are max $20 and most of the pizzas are $15-$20 as well. Considering lately pizza and pasta seemed to cost $30. I would consider this a Steele for the area. We got the Tuscan cow salad, polenta fries, and I had the mushroom risotto. I loved the polenta fries and would definitely order them again. The soda was pretty good overall, but next time I would probably try the pasta. The tiramisu was excellent and a really nice sized serving. Definitely would recommend this for anyone and they have endless complementary bread on the table (Again something you just don't see a lot of anymore). The service was excellent, and even when the servers were busy, the manager stepped in to help us. I'll definitely be back for happy hour or another easy meal with friends. read more

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Italian food is always a hit. Quartino is a great spot for groups, a beautiful ambiance with dim lighting and seats for large parties. Food is delivered to the table as soon as it's ready and that does mean the party might be disconnected eating, which can be slightly awkward. Staff is pleasant and definitely knows their stuff. Pappardelle Al Sugo Di Manzo - pappardelle was al dente and soaked up the sauce well. Braised beef was tender and flavorful, very savory with a nice touch of saltiness. I do wish there was a way to get additional protein, but I believe the only offer additional chicken and our server recommended against it, which is totally fair for this dish. read more

Quartino Ristorante - Pappardelle Al Sugo Di Manzo - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Solid Italian place in River North!! There's always a lot of seating available and I love the ambiance. Perfect lighting for a date night or drinks with the girls. The servers are always very friendly and attentive and able to offer recommendations for drinks or apps. I love their pasta and the pizza. Also some of the best tiramisu that I've had in the city since I've lived here. Everything always arrives hot and fresh, which I love. Also - even though it's in River North I don't feel like this is River North pricing which is refreshing. read more

I came here due to a friend recommendation, but can't say I'd pass this recommendation onto others.. My friends and I had a reservation, but the line for walk in's + reservations were all jumbled into one line at the entrance/door area leaving no separation or efficient system for seating. Despite the reservation, we were sat a bit late due to the delays because of the disorganized check in system. It was SUPER packed on a Wednesday evening and the service was great! Even though it was super busy, our server was attentive and took time to give us recommendations and would check up on us as much as she could have. The space is a bit tight for larger parties and think it would be better suited for a party of max 4 people. I ordered the Polenta fries and Pappardelle al Sugo di Manzo. I could've gone without the Polenta fries, they were a bit dry and overall just not my taste in food. The pasta was good and loved that it was house-made pasta, but I don't think it would've been worth the wait if I did not have a reservation. Someone in my party ordered the Eggplant Parmigiana and I think this was the most outstanding dish I tasted from here. read more

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I'm so glad we made reservations! The location was also perfect. It was only a block away from the hotel. I HIGHLY recommend making a reservation. We went on a Sunday night and they were BUSY!! The place was packed and buzzing with people having great conversation over their meals. It's perfect for family and/or friends gathering. It really gives let's order different things and share! I heard the pizza is good. But it was only two of us so we didn't order a pie. Ok so I was so excited to eat I forgot to take pictures (I know I know lol). I started with the Bruschette, and for our main. We had the Gnocchi (house made pasta) and Penne alla Vodka (imported pasta). The food was fresh and absolutely delicious. There's a lot of options on the menu. read more

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Johnny was an amazing server. He made our meal a fantastic experience. He went out of his way to take great care of us and our meal was amazing. Great evening! read more

Quartinos is a popular casual Italian spot in the heart of river north to go with friends. The plates are generously portioned and very cost friendly. We went on a weeknight and the place was packed! I would recommend getting a reservation or trying your luck at getting a seat at the bar. We shared the burrata, the pappardelle, fettuccine Alfredo, steak, and the gran coppa. The gran coppa was massive and a delicious dessert to share. If you're up for going out after, redhead piano bar is just around the corner! read more

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Quartino is a staple in my restaurant rotation. The food is always good and the service is friendly and prompt. This restaurant leans more tapas style, so I suggest ordering several things for the table to share. It's also totally fine to have everyone order one entree. The dishes come out of the kitchen as they're ready though, so be prepared everyone likely won't get their plate at the same time. In the summer there's nothing like sitting outside and people watching! Pro Tip: Most of the pastas and apps can be ordered in half sizes as well. read more

Holden really had patience with us today. I don't know if I had a long day at work and messed up my words but we received a marinara pizza that was supposed to be a margarita. It's our go to with arugula everytime and Holden made it right. Quartino is one of my favorite restaurants. Delicious food. Great atmosphere and amazing service each time. read more

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Back again to our favorite Chicago restaurant. We had calamari, fettuccine, and chicken Parmesan. Everything was delicious and atmosphere was delightful. read more

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Busy but got seated right away. Server was very prompt and attentive considering how busy they were. Bread served with olive oil and cheese Pizza was very good Will be back. Large bar area and the dining area we were in was large with many tables. Was quite noisy but considering the number of people there, you could still have a conversation read more

Quartino Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Very convenient and efficient eatery! The food was incredible. Tasted like my moms best! The bar area was lovely!

Excellent - I visit Quartino whenever I'm in Chicago. Great food, service, and atmosphere.

Service was easily a 5/5. Everyone was so friendly and kind, from our waitress to the people bringing us food and bussing. Portions are smaller which our waitress did let us know. We enjoyed the complementary bread - the olive oil and balsamic vinegar on the table were very good. Besides that and the funghi pizza (5/5), everything else was pretty underwhelming. Our meatballs arrived lukewarm, and the caesar salad was okay if that. The chicken parm was dry, and under-seasoned. Fettuccine alfredo was a bit clumpy and also under-seasoned. Tiramisu was fine (4/5). I'd maybe return for the pizza but probably not anything else. read more

Food was incredible! We had the mussels, class with linguine, and a 4 cheese pizza and everything was amazing! Elliot was an incredible server! His recommendations were on point, food and wine! We sat in the bar area and the ambiance was perfect! I can't recommend this restaurant more! 10/10 will return next time we are in town. Thanks Elliot! read more

We made a reservation a few hours before coming for dinner and thank god we did! It was very busy when we arrived yet we were seated promptly upstairs on the balcony. The view was amazing and service was very attentive. The food is extremely affordable for the location and upscale vibe of this restaurant (pastas were around $15). I got the orecchiette and it was really good, not stingy with meat, and perfectly al dente. My friend got the margherita pizza we shared and it was also delicious with a thin crust and lots of fresh basil. My other friend had the truffle risotto and loved it. Overall: gorgeous balcony view, amazing food for affordable prices, and great service. Will def go back but can't forget to make a reservation!! read more

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Made reservations to sit inside, which is welcoming and fun, but they had open tables in patio we we opted for that and it was awesome good choice. Great food, and our waiter Holden was awesome. read more