Such a cute establishment for well made pasta. You order at the counter and they bring out the dishes. The noodles are fresh and have a nice chew. They offer a few different sauce options but not so many that it's overwhelming. My friend ordered the tagliatelle Tina (Ragu pasta) and thought it was just okay. My other friend got the busiate alla puttanesca and enjoyed very much but wish it came with proteins. I got the squid ink pasta with grilled shrimp and licked the plate clean. Everyone also enjoyed the fresh focaccia with ricotta and honey. I knocked off a star because the food was a bit hit or miss, and I've had better Italian pasta. read more

Ambience: A small pasta shop with cute outdoor seating. Service: Good! Food: Good! A bit on the pricey side. But, it's freshly made pasta, so can't complain. We paid $19 for the tagliatelle (with the ragu sauce) and $23 for the tortelli. Cleanliness: Good. read more

Tortello - Tagliatelle Tina - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Fast, casual, and authentic! The focaccia is soft, tangy, and crusty and pairs perfectly with the ricotta and honey which is creamy and sweet. The pasta is fresh and has a really nice chew to it! The Tagliatelle Tina was addicting!! We also tried their take home veggie lasagna which was absolutely delicious! read more

Tortello - Focaccia - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Great spot with fresh pasta cooked to perfection, cacio e Pepe was mind blowing. We had lunch on Saturday and were able to find a table very easily, they also serve drinks and coffee read more

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We finally made it out to Tortello. Ran into their brand several times when browsing in Foxtrot, which always made me curious about them. Eventually, we found ourselves in Wicker Park and got a seat. You order at the counter and bring a number flag with you to a table. We brought our dog so we sat outside. Food was a little expensive; you can expect to pay around $30-40 a person (of course, we got wine so that drove the price up). The house blend is a decent wine - definitely nothing to write home about, but something you should probably try once with a meal. Goes well with food, but ultimately a bit flat in my opinion. We started off with the Insalata di Polpo; they did the octopus very well: not overly chewy, soft, flavorful. From there we moved on to the main course. We skipped out on the Foccacia, although if I were to go back, I'd probably order one - have heard it was really good. We got the Signature Tortelli di Burrata first. The pasta was very good; however, there were a few hard spots that were not cooked through (particularly where the skin of the tortelli had been pinched together). Flavor was not too complex - the simplicity was refreshing, but I was looking for something a bit more novel with dish. The Papperdalle was good as well. Again, flavors were simple and brought out the pasta well. There was a nice crush over the top of the dish, which added a nice texture. Overall, would recommend Tortello to anyone passing by Wicker Park, especially if you're looking for a simple meal to enjoy. read more

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Excellent service and great pasta! They have a variety of dishes to choose from. Seeing them make fresh pasta through the front window is a fun part of the experience. read more

This is by far one of my favorite pasta spots in the city. I love the small family restaurant vibes, the portions are perfect, and I've truly never had a bad meal here. read more

Best homemade pasta in chicago. Wicker park is always a good neighborhood to explore.

I really don't understand the hype of this place. My boyfriend and I got two pasta dishes (Signature Tortelli and Chiusoni all a Gallurese) and the total after tax and tip ended up being $60. I really don't mind paying that for good quality food, but the price point is shocking since you order at the counter and sit down with your number.....and the pasta having absolutely no flavor. It seemed as if they did not salt their pasta water at all for both of our dishes. The portion sizes are really small too. We ended up getting Wendy's after dinner. Really disappointing since I've seen so many people rave about it. read more

Tortello - Signature Tortelli di Burrata - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

First of all, pasta in Chicago can't get much better than Tortello. I've been to many much fancier Italian restaurants in the city, and there's no shortage of pasta in Chicago. But this place hits the spot for me. Their pastas are freshly made and you can see them being made right in front of you. They're so beautiful, I can cry. Their pasta has wonderful texture and bite to them. And they sell their pasta by the pound too. It's not traditional spaghetti, which is always good, but they serve more sophisticated pasta dishes. We ordered the focaccia bread with honey and ricotta to start. It was very good. Then we had the eggplant salad, and that was okay, not my favorite. Then we had their signature tortelli and burrata pasta and the bucatini and prawns pasta. Both were fantastic! The place itself is very cute and clean. You have to place your order and then grab a seat. It can get a little busy, so there can be a wait some times for a table, but it's worth it. And service was good. The friendly owner even came around to greet all the customers and asked for feedback too. read more

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Happy they didn't take rezzies and were counter service. We wouldn't have been able to slide into this place on our limited time. Adorable place on a hip street, very Portland OR looking neighborhood. Olives were good, focaccia was the best part of the meal (it was served with ricotta, olive oil and honey and was splendid), my pasta was a Puttanesca and wonderful. Very happy with this find read more

Tortello - Puttanesca and some olives - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is the first place in the city that I've been to that has reminded me of the pasta in Italy. The pasta was extremely fresh (made in front of the store) They offer counter service style dining where they bring your food to you after ordering. They have a great wine selection (and several natural wine options) Unfortunately they were out of the focaccia (so I'll have to go back for that) but the burrata was AMAZING. We ordered several pasta dishes but the cacio e Pepe was the star contender. read more

If you like pasta, you'll love this place. The tortellini pasta dish is out of this world and no wonder that's one thing they are known for. The caprese salad was very fresh with small balls of balsamic that in your mouth (it was so good). This is a definite go to place. Very casual, you order at the cash register and then it's brought to your table. Very friendly staff as well. read more

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Truly unsure how this place has so many good reviews. The setup is very casual and yet the pasta is $20-$25 a pop. The portions are incredibly small and the pasta was so underwhelming. The Chiusoni was honestly so bad we couldn't eat half of it. It tasted like something had soured in the sauce. The Tortelli was so bland it tasted like it had no sauce at all. The focaccia was the only redeeming part of our meal. Would not recommend at all. read more

finally made it to tortello after wanting to for so long, and it lived up to the hype. we should have called but reading through some other reviews we thought we could bring our own bottle & there wld only be a $10 corkage fee, but the fee is actually $25, so probably worth it to just get a glass of wine from the restaurant itself. we got the focaccia, ricotta & honey as an appetizer and everything was fresh. the tortelli was bursting with flavor of the burrata and i loved the hazelnuts on top. i want to come back and try more menu items but i love how fresh & simple everything felt. the countertop service is fun i guess but im not really sure it adds anything? at this point it might make more sense for them to have a tradition waiter/table service since they don't reservations and it was decently busy. the outside patio is so sweet and nice for good weather but the inside seating isn't bad at all either. it was a little loud but not too bad that we couldn't hear each other. glad to have finally crossed this off the list ! read more

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The first time I came here, they were out of Focaccia. Had the Cacio e Pepe and it was awesome. My wife had the Brown Butter Sage Tortellini. She raved about her dish and now it is the bar that all other Italian restaurants are judged by. That was two years ago. Recently, we visited again. This time they had the Focaccia. We ordered two servings for the four of us. We also ordered the same things as last time, Cacio e Pepe and Brown butter sage Tortellini. Quality is the same, that is excellent. Dining on the sidewalk patio gives you a chance to people watch and maybe watch the pasta being made by hand. Yes. This place is now on our list of must-do while in Wicker Park. read more

Tortello - Hand-made Pasta - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Delicious pasta!! I got the tagliatelle Tina and the tortelli pasta. Both were played beautifully and hit the spot. The tagliatelle Tina was a more classic red sauce pasta but the pasta was cooked to perfection and very fresh. The tortelli pasta was more interesting with lots of yummy ricotta inside. It was a tad little salty but was still amazing in flavor. At first it almost seemed sweet but was actually quite savory. The pasta was made in house right in the front where you could watch them making it and you could buy fresh made pasta by the pound as well. Overall decor was also super cute and could definitely see kids loving this place as well as getting entertained by the pasta making! read more

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Overview: worth going to pick up the fresh pasta to cook at home but this is my second time going here and I'm constantly disappointed on the meal and concept of the restaurant The meal is very expensive for a counter service restaurant. The pour of wine was very small. And the worst, when you order- if you want to sit outside you could be standing and waiting for 10 minutes. this just ruins the joys of going out to eat. The food: -focaccia with ricotta and honey: the bread was cooked perfectly, crunchy on top and soft inside. BUT The amount of salt was gross and took away from even tasting the ricotta. Wouldn't recommend -Eggplant Salad: the best part of this salad was the dressing which was fresh lemon and olive oil. The eggplant was cooked well but it was salty again and periodically I would take a bite which would be spicy. It was just meh- not for me. -the house recommended pasta was to order the tortellini di Burrata: the pasta was cooked well and the filling was good. The food left me uninterested and the flavor was mild. I love a butter sage sauce and this one fell short of flavor. -bucatini and prawns: the pasta was cooked perfectly again but the sauce was very salty and the flavor was bland. For this price, there are a handful of other Italian restaurants I would rather go to. I do look forward to going back to pick up fresh pasta for home. read more

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The pasta was outstanding especially the tortelli and tiramisu, and it was really great to be able to enjoy it with outside seating.

Tortello is a precious little rolled pasta filled with something delicious, often cheese but sometimes pumpkin or spinach. It can look like a tiny pillow, hat or half moon. I loved Tortello the restaurant and you should go there right away. But if there is a long line or if they are closed, you may need something to do so please read this totally true origin story of cute pasta. Italian legend claims that tortelli (plural of tortello) was inspired by the goddess Venus' navel. The legend -- which is still subject to historical validation--recounts how Venus and Zeus, weary one night after their involvement in a battle between Bologna and Modena, arrive at a tavern in a small town on the outskirts of Bologna. After eating a hearty dinner and becoming inebriated, they decide to share a bedroom. The innkeeper, captivated after watching them, creeps to their room and peeks through the keyhole of the bedroom door. However, all he can see through the keyhole is the navel of Venus. This vision leaves him spellbound - so much so that he immediately rushes to the kitchen and creates a pasta inspired by Venus' navel...and so was born the tortello. We had most of the pastas and they were delicious. In Italy we had pasta as one course and not the entire meal so it feels totally decadent to make an assortment of pastas one's entire repast. At the very least, don't forget to try the delicious vegetables here too--even if they have nothing to do with Venus' belly button-- in the interests of rounding out your meal and avoiding a carb overdose. read more

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This is my FAVORITE pasta place in all of Chicago. I love their tortelli the most but I've also tried their ragu, and tagliatelle dishes both were lovely. I love watching the chefs prepare the pasta at the front of the shop and their selection of take home cooking packages are also very inviting. Also their focaccia bread with ricotta and honey- TO DIE FOR read more

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The pasta and focaccia here are great. It's a good place for small groups or pairs to eat inside. You pay at the counter and then sit and have your food given to you. The service is always nice and the pasta is good on a cold day. read more

Tortello - Cacio e Pepe Sauce - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We have been wanting to try this place out heard really great things. We were so excited to have fresh homemade pasta. We ordered the prosciutto burrata which was divine. The pasta we went with Cacio Pepe and the sauce was delicious but we were so disappointed with the pasta it could have been cooked a few more minutes and was hard to get past that. The tiramisu was the best I ever had would come back just for that. read more

Yum! Five stars, easily. What a cute little restaurant! I guess I can't say little in the summer because they've got a decent sized patio setup right now. Efficient concept where you walk in and order at the counter and then pick a table after you've ordered. We came in a Friday night around 7pm and the line took a bit but we didn't mind it at all. We were able to get a table inside with no problem. Such a score on a Friday night during Covid! Seems like you can't get in anywhere that's good last minute these days so now we have this gem for spontaneous date nights. Anyway! Let's talk about the food ;p -Burrata Pomodoro was off the chaiiiiiiin! Best burrata we've ever had. Creamy and not too firm on the outside. Glazed with unreal aged balsamic that I think we're now addicted to and surrounded by tomatoes and shallots with a bite. Yum, I want it all over again. -Focaccia with ricotta and honey was the perfect sweet & creamy you need to complement the savory olive oil and herb focaccia that had the best crunch ever. Enjoy! -tagliatelle Tina was my favorite of the two pastas we got! They did it simply and beautiful with a beef ragu and the noodles were perfect. -Cacio e peppe (or something like that) served with bucatini (my favorite type of pasta!). The sauce was simple with pecorino and pepper. It was my boyfriend's favorite of the two. Simply delicious! We washed it all down with a liter of incredibly tasty house red wine. We also bought some dry bucatini to cook for dinner at home (I told you it's my favorite!). I'm excited to see how it cooks. Also, it's an affordable option for fresh and delicious Italian. All of this was roughly $100. For some city dining with a really fun atmosphere...that's a steal. And you can expect great service to come with it. Cheers! read more

We love Tortello! We go every time we visit Chicago and dream about it when we're not there! Exceptional food, ambience and hospitality!

A Wicker Park staple! Always the most fresh and delicious pasta and sauces. Great for a casual dinner or a nice date night!

The food never disappoints. Whenever friends come to town to visit me, this is a spot I always introduce them to! Prices are reasonable and from my experience the staff has always been friendly. The ambiance is nice, casual, and welcoming. read more

Fresh pasta that tastes like your nonni spent the day making it 5/5. A long while before going to Tortello for dinner, we'd gotten fresh pasta noodles by the lbs to go to fix a dinner where our homemade pasta had been a flop (Marcato atlas pasta maker 0/5). I had high hopes for the meals from tasting the noodles. We ordered 4 dishes. The Tortelli di Burrata was great, little pillows of flavor 5/5. The sad part was that it was over so quickly, there were only 4 and so it felt more like an appetizer. Pappardelle was next with a beautiful crisp browned top. Another hit, the duck and pasta were a match made in heaven 5/5. The Tagliattelle Tina was like something my mother would whip up on a busy night when Ragu was on sale 2/5. Finally the Bambini order came, it was probably the best value per amount of pasta. The sauce and noodles were decent 4/5. read more

From the delicious homemade pasta to the wonderful hospitality - Tortello is definitely a winner! My friend and I happened to be strolling through the neighborhood, searching for a place to eat and was immediately drawn in by the employees making fresh pasta in the front window. We were greeted by Alex, who explained to us the different types of pasta they were creating as well as some of her favorite dishes. They offer 3 different categories of pastas: filled, fine, and fake. We ended up ordering the tortellini (which was filled with burrata, topped with butter, sage, and toasted hazel nuts) and the bucatini with lobster & fresh tomatoes. Both were absolutely phenomenal - the texture and flavors were spot on. Paired well with their house white, which was a Pinot Grigio. Dario, the owner, came by to introduce himself and shared his inspiration of opening Tortello. After hearing his story, you can really tell how passionate he is about keeping the Italian traditions alive and bringing people together through the simplicity & authenticity of pasta. Edwardo also provided us with excellent service. They just opened this past Monday so be sure to stop by if you're in the area. I promise you will not be disappointed. We had such a great experience here and can't wait to come back! read more

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Absolutely lived up to the Yelp hype. The inside is a cute little counter service with a few small tables and there is a covered, heated patio but tables felt close together for my liking. The food is amazing. You can watch the chef make the noodles in real time. I love the cacio e pepe - the fresh noodles and hot out of the pan sauce are incredible. Pairs great with the focaccia and ricotta/honey which is already delicious on its own. I wasn't personally a fan of the dish with saffron but my husband loves it and so does the rest of Yelp so I wouldn't warn anyone off it. I hope they include a pesto dish sometime. That's all I'm missing. Over the holidays they had a special dish with duck which was Incredible! Duck can sometimes be greasy or oily but this was just tender and lovely. Love this place. Will come back again and again. read more

Service was great! Explained several of the best sellers and made recommendations. We ordered the Focaccia Ricotta & Honey, it was soo good! Bread was fresh and delicious!! I ordered theTortelli Di Burrata and it was amazing!! The burrata was so creamy and the hazelnuts gave a nice crunch element. My husband had the Busiate alla Puttanesca and he loved it as well. I also enjoyed my Aperol Spritz. We dined in the outdoor space and it was perfect. The sun was shining and made it pleasant and warm enough to be very comfortable and had a view of the pasta being made by hand. Loved the entire experience!! read more

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Great food. Unorthodox dining experience, but it works. Outdoor dining is great in the summertime. No reservations, so be patient!

I hate to do this because the service we received upon a recent visit was actually top notch, but I owe it to others who are contemplating visiting this establishment. This is especially true given the abundance of quality reviews, which leave me nothing short of perplexed. But the truth is that I neither liked the ambiance nor the food. The brightly lit cafeteria-style room seemed like it was designed in a manner to foster high turnover rather than a comfortable full dining experience. As bad as the ambiance was, the food was even worse. The pasta was oily and heavy while the sauce was bland and not plentiful. The Tagliatelle Tina, for example, was a basic ragu. Nothing more, nothing less. One thing that I did find is that, although relatively high price points, the portion size was more than adequate. This is about the only positive comment I can make about the food. I hate to say it, but if you're considering this establishment, I would think twice. read more

Amazing! Delicious! Perfect! Highly recommended! Staff and service was first class. I will be returning frequently. See you there!

Tortello is one of my go-to spots! It's a very casual pasta shop that makes all of their pasta in house from scratch. Their menu was huge and full of amazing deals. I would recommend following them on Instagram because they often post they're about their weekend specials which are always a smash hit. My family's favorite specials are the Rigatoni Alla and the Carbonara but for their staple menu items I'd recommend their Cacio e Pepe, Spaghetti Straccietella, or their signature Tortelli. Everything was great except their staff because they are not answering some of the question from customers. But still, this place is the best and very convenient. 5 stars for Tortello! read more

We came for early dinner to snag a seat on their sidewalk patio and listen to the live music. We had the focaccia with ricotta and honey, bucatini all amatriciana and stracci with braised pork. Dinner was great and we enjoyed all our dishes. I'm slightly biased towards red sauces, so I liked my bucatini the best. Prices are a little high, portion sizes are somewhat small, but that was expected. The ambiance is perfect on the patio. read more

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Everything about this was "meh." We paid over $100 for 1 appetizer, 2 mid pasta entrees and 1 drink each. If the food was outstanding, I could reason better with the price. In my case opinion it lacked flavor and the noodles were undercooked. I was actually really underwhelmed. I looked forward to finally trying this place but I would recommend several other Wicker Park Italian restaurants before this one. Overall, way overpriced for the amount of food, ambience, and the fact that it is self-serve. This place is overhyped for the prices. I don't think I will be returning. read more

Beautiful spot in the heart of Wicker Park. You can see them hand making the pasta in the window every morning so I've been dying to give it a try. We were lucky to come on a night they had a violinist, super cute!! What we ordered : Apps: Olives Focaccia Ricotta & Honey Mains: Chuisoni all Gallurese: very unique taste if you havnt had saffron but really fresh and delicious. Tagliatelle Tina: noodles are incredible and so is the sauce with the fresh beef. This is a great place for a nice but quick meal. Can be good for a date night or catching up with a friend. I definitely recommend checking this spot out, great vibes all around. After there are also so many bakeries next door for dessert!! One downside is this place doesn't take reservations so you have to order and then if you're lucky there will be a spot. Either way, I am so eager to try more of the menu next time!! read more

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Delicious tortelli with berrata! Would dine here again! The bread was amazing also! Would return for sure! read more

Mediocre at best Grabbed 3-4 pasta dishes but the only one that was able to wow me was the pasta with hazel nuts in it. Value is 3/5 Service was 4/5, they accidentally deleted our number in line but gave us free pasta to take home read more