Emma N.

Beautiful interior - feels like a piece of Italy in Glenview. Also live music - classical piano & opera style. Food - they have an array of sandwiches, pastas, meat/fish dishes, and pastries/desserts. At the counter, you can see what every dish looks like, as well as a nameplate with their description. Service was quick, and staff were efficient. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal. The bread pudding comes with 3 thick slices, and is a bit dense. The strawberry panna cotta was smooth and creamy. The strawberry syrup was a little tart, and balanced the sweet pudding-like panna cotta underneath. I got the Mediterranean fish, and my husband got the panko-crusted chicken sandwich, which comes with truffle fries. We also got some regular fries for the kids, and the truffle fries were definitely better. They also had some garlic and herbs on them too. The Mediterranean fish was so tender, it fell apart at the touch of the fork. The chicken in the sandwich was white meat, but perfectly moist. The flavors are more on the subtle side, but I wouldn't call them bland. They seemed balanced in flavor to me. Not too greasy or salty or anything. I think this is a great spot for a family gathering or even a date night. Great ambiance - would come again!

Phil S.

04/04/26 - After my older sister & I finished eating @ Johnnies Beef in Arlington Heights & our pastry & it's like every cell has to be labeled separate coffee @ Tous Les Jour my younger sister called and mentioned that she was going to have dinner at Sorelle Italian Market in The Glen. She also mentioned they had live music so we decided mosey over & join them. Unfortunately we had just finished eating but we went to meet our sister & see what type of music they had. When my older sister & I arrived we met my other sister & her friend. We were treated to an excellent performance by Benjamin De Los Monteros. Benjamin has a great voice & sang a variety of songs from Phantom of the Opera, Andrea Bocelli, Frank Sinatra & even his own song that he composed & sang to his wife who was also in the audience. He asked him how often her performed at Sorelle. He said twice a month so we were fortunate that we were able to attend this session. He also performs at the other Sorelle in Long Grove twice a month. Sorelle is a nice addition to The Glen. They also have another restaurant w/the same name in Long Grove, IL

Kitty L.

I was totally attracted by the beautiful and romantic photos of Sorelle in the Glen on Yelp.  It had been on my list to try their pastries and perhaps a nice cup of coffee in the storybook setting.  My husband and I finally came on a Sunday around 6:20 pm, it was for dinner instead.  The restaurant was indeed elegantly and tastefully decorated with hanging flowers and chandeliers, despite it being a casual place.  We first lined up at the cashier to place the orders and pay for them.  The young woman behind the counter was polite.  I wanted to order the Shrimp Scampi but had read reviews about it being very spicy, so I asked if they could make it milder.  I was pleasantly surprised that they could make it totally mild!  I also ordered a peach iced tea; she just gave me a plastic bottle of it.  Husband ordered the Mediterranean White Fish with a glass of white wine, and we ordered a huge Funghi Risotto Arancini to share.  This first bill (without desserts, we ordered gelatos later) with tips came up to $70, which was reasonable.  The restaurant was still quite busy at that time.  We found a booth at the far end of the room, and put the identifying Italian name label on our table.  Husband's white wine came in a glass, the 2 dishes were delivered by a friendly server shortly after, only took about 10 minutes total.  However, when I asked for utensils and a glass for my drink, she politely indicated a self-serve station in the middle of the restaurant.  We had not noticed this station and did not know about the rules. This was kind of an inconvenience that you have to get up to get your utensils after your hot food have arrived.  I thought it would be appropriate for the server to just bring the silverware along with the dishes, especially they suggested a 18%, 20% or 22% tip, and we paid 22%. Oh well, my husband got up to get those. The food was good and flavorful.  Husband liked his white fish, and my shrimp scampi was fresh and tasted just like my home-cooked ones.  I do use marinara sauce imported from Italy.  I preferred smaller arancini that has a better-balanced ratio of crispy skin to stuffing.  Nonetheless, it was still good and filling. Then, our daughter who had eaten dinner from somewhere else came to join us for gelato as I suggested, which turned out to be a disappointment.  Firstly, they sold out the gelatos that we would want, so I settled with Pear and Daughter got Carmel.  We had gelatos in our 2 trips to Italy, and lots of gelatos in the US, but the gelatos at Sorelle was nothing like what we are familiar with, they are not creamy nor smooth.  These took on the texture of coarse sand and resembled sorbet at best.  I felt like I was eating a bosc pear that lacked flavor.  We could not finish the "gelatos" which was shocking and a shame. While many people seem to like the idea of Sorelle having all their dishes in their menu cooked and displayed so patrons know exactly what they are ordering, I do have some reservations about it.  I asked the friendly man behind the counter (I assumed he's the manager) a few questions, he was very nice and gave me answers.  He said that they cook the dishes twice a week (they open 5 days a week), display them for 2 or 3 days, and then throw them away (we understand that cooked food in room temperature should not be consumed after 2 hours because of bacteria).  He said the owner wanted to imitate Italian markets with the look and feel.  I have concerns about wasting so much food though.  It's simple math, there are 52 weeks in a year, so, each year they throw away 104 salmon, 104 shrimp scampi, 104 chicken Milanese sandwiches with truffle fries... you get the idea, they had about 30 dishes in display. And they have a sister restaurant in Long Grove that has the same practice.  I suggested a good and realistic picture for each food, but he said it's not good enough for the owner.  It made me ponder as there are people starving in this world, and even in Illinois, there are people who cannot afford these kind of Italian food.  Wasting so much food doesn't feel right, and it is not economical for the business either.  My humble suggestions are just displaying different kind of bread, and different types of uncooked noodles, and replace real cooked dishes with beautiful photographs.  What do you think?  After all, in Italian Markets, the cooked food is for sale as well.

Pooja P.

Such a cute Italian market in the suburbs. The space is adorable and very inviting, and there are a lot of menu options to choose from. I have been here twice and have mixed feelings overall. The rigatoni vodka and the pear and arugula salad were solid, and the Italian Coke was really good. The eggplant panino had good flavor but was served cold, which was a little confusing. The spaghetti in creamy tomato sauce and the garlic parm fries were a miss for me. They are currently only open for breakfast and lunch, but dinner is coming soon. I would definitely come back to try breakfast and see how the dinner menu turns out, as the space alone makes it worth checking out.

Maggie L.

I love the décor of this place. I'm excited that they've finally extended their hours and started offering dinner service as of a couple of weeks ago. I've been here a few times and really enjoy the ambience. The food has been good, though there's definitely room for improvement and a lot of potential. During our visit today, the food came out lukewarm especially the sandwich and fries which was a bit disappointing, though we ate it anyway. Maybe it's just a one off for today. The pasta was good, and done el dente, was enjoyable. The staff were friendly and helpful. We'll be back again, hopefully the food will be hotter and fresher.

Christine L.

Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon to pick up lunch. Staff were so friendly, was greeted and explained the setup. I believe there's table service, but there's also a line to place orders for food to go. Instead of a typical menu they had all their pizzas, arancini and other appetizers, pastas, salads, and panini on display which was so helpful to see. Placed my order and within a few minutes it was ready to go! They had water and utensil station also while you're waiting. On recommendation of the staff I got the spicy rigatoni, truffle arancini, and a cannoli (half pistachio half chocolate) which seems to be freshly filled. Food was delicious, reasonably priced, and came out without much of a wait. The staff was so welcoming and helpful, you really couldn't ask for a better experience. They were setting up for live music while I was waiting which I'm sure is a nice addition to the meal too! Would definitely dine in for the full experience, I think their website has a list of the live music events!

Tricia D.

This location of Sorelle opened the week before Thanksgiving, and I was surprised their hours are a bit limited right now, with no dinner service yet. It's 8am-5pm Wednesday through Sunday, so plan accordingly! A solid 4 stars for the Nutella croissant! Think flaky, buttery layers of pastry filled generously with that delicious chocolate hazelnut spread. Mmm mmm mmmm. Worth every bit of that $6. In fact, we stopped in twice in a week and had that goodie each time. The pistachio croissant is also one I highly recommend! The hot chocolate is $3-4 depending on the size, and you can request a kid temp (not as scalding hot). Set up is fast casual where you line up, order, and then get a number to take to your table. I'm not sure if there is table service or not. I would like to come back for lunch sometime to try a pasta dish. Pizza, sandwiches, and Italian appetizers are also available, and the wall has what appears to be an extensive wine selection. Very photo worthy decor with chandeliers and color plant hangings. Reminds me a bit of Alice in Wonderland x upscale dining.

Jeannie Y.

Such a cute and pretty Italian spot. The inside feels cozy and thoughtfully designed, the kind of place where you actually want to sit and stay awhile. I really liked that they display the actual dishes next to the cashier, so you can see exactly what you're getting before you order. No surprises -- what you see is what comes to your table. I ordered the shrimp scampi, and it was much spicier than I expected. If you love heat, you'll probably enjoy it. I personally prefer it more mild, so I couldn't finish it, but the flavor itself was good and the shrimp were cooked well. The croissant was very soft and fresh -- I even saw the worker filling it with Nutella on the spot. It tasted freshly made and indulgent, though slightly sweeter than I prefer. Still, texture-wise, it was perfect. Service was good, and the overall vibe is warm and comfortable. A cozy place if you're in the mood for Italian in a charming setting.

Nancy K.

This place has been many other restaurants in the Glen, but has a different concept that might actually work! They are only open for breakfast and lunch and you order and then find a table and they bring the food to you. Prices are reasonable, but get a seat first because when we went, we had to get it to go because there was nowhere to sit. Tried a little bit of almost everything but our favorite was the truffle fries.