TL; DR: Get the Spagehtti Uh-O's and Chicken Vesuvio The Spaghetti Uh O's were delicious and fun, especially with the personalized can. The asparagus was also surprisingly good. The focaccia was fine, though it would have been better served with a higher-quality butter or cheese on the side for dipping. The pappardelle pasta was really good, the green sauce in particular was amazing. The wedge salad was solid, but nothing to write home about. The steak was good. The Chicken Vesuvio had a great presentation and tasted delicious as well. read more

Our family loved our evening dinner at Void. Food was tasty, fresh and inventive. The staff, including the host, were very friendly. Our server Lara was fun to chat with, and she was very helpful sharing her favorites and suggestions. Nice selection of beers, including Hopewell from across the street, and THC infused drinks. 3 cheese lasagna was classic with delicious sauce. My wife had the Spaghetti o's which was great with clever presentation, but over salty, even for her who salts everything. She said she would not get it again. The focaccia was good, but the honey whipped butter stole the show. Ravioli (sweet corn, polenta, goat cheese and ricotta with candied jalapeño) was unique, tasty and tender with fresh pasta. The decor and artwork are old school, kinda English pub like. We will be back! read more

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Came here with my friends for an early dinner. Everyone who worked here was so nice and friendly, which really elevated the experience. We came in right at open so it was still pretty quiet which I enjoyed. I got the pear drink which I enjoyed but tried my friends Bob Collin's as well and it was exceptional. Recommend ordering the focaccia, and the polenta ravioli were the stars of the show. The spaghetti os is just a trendy gimmick, nothing special. The cabbage was also a pass. The dessert was a miss, we tried both and did not really enjoy. Overall we had a nice meal but may opt for different items next time. read more

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Appears to be permanently closed. The door has a lockbox on it. Sad face Chained up read more

Void - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Go to Void! Go to Void! GO TO VOID!! Food was delicious. Staff was super friendly and approachable, but would also leave you alone if you were just trying to have a quiet night. The atmosphere and decorations were our favorite aspect of the place though, such a fun spot for a date spot or small group of friends. We need more places like this! read more

Ok this place feels underrated! We went here for Father's Day, [[HIGHLIGHT]]it wasn't too busy or loud.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The server was wonderful and gave good recommendations. The food was delicious. Every dish was delightful! I initially thought the spaghettios were gimmicky but it was my favorite dish! Just simple and yummy! They said they change their menu every few months so I look forward to coming back! read more

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Do not walk, run to Void! Since moving back to Chicago, we have made a consistent effort to get out of our neighborhood to try new restaurants. Void did not disappoint. The restaurant was definitely busy on a Friday night, and we made a reservation for a 7:45 seating and were taken to our table right away. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We loved the play on an old neighborhood bar with the fun red and white glass chandeliers that you would find at any watering hole in the city.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Funny enough, we discovered Void via a Tik Tok video and came specifically to try the Agnolotti. This is by far one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. The sweet potato paired with ricotta, kimchi, scallion and toasted sesame are an amazing touch and play on this type of pasta. We additionally ordered both the house made focaccia and the Spaghetti Uh-O's. These two items are definitely what Void is known for, and we loved both of them. The focaccia was super fresh, and the side of butter with honey was incredible. The spaghetti came in a fun little branded can, which of course added a nice touch to the dish. We ordered several cocktails on their menu, and were so full by the end that we did not order the dessert. The staff was super friendly during the entirety of our time at the restaurant. One item we wished we try was the chicken, which happened to be one of the staff's favorite. We will definitely be back to try that soon. Cheers! read more

Void - Spaghetti Uh-O's - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Had a wonderful meal recently at Void! The staff was accommodating for a growing reservation days in advance and warm and friendly the day of our visit. (Shout out to Sydney!) All the food I tried was fantastic! You absolutely need to order the focaccia and the spaghetti uh-ohs. The rest of the table will be filled with yummy food too, but those two are necessary! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I really like the vibe in here, too. It's funky and fun and still comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Free street parking out front! read more

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The service was so good here. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was kind of warm when my friends and I were there and the AC was not working.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server saw how hot we were and passed out some fans that they had, which was nice of her to do. Drinks and food were delicious. Loved the focaccia. We ordered some items on the menu that was recommended by our waitress. The shrimp scampi toast was amazing and fried chicken marsala was so good. I would love to have those dishes again. The steak was good but I felt like it was a little overcooked from what we requested. I'm not a fan of beets, but my friends ordered it and enjoyed it. read more

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We feasted! Tequila Zebras, focaccia and a wedge salad to start, followed by perfectly-prepared branzino and a huge serving of remarkable fried chicken. We should have stopped there but couldn't resist the sundae. "Uncle!" they shouted. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had reservations but opted for seats at the very comfortable bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Void deserves all the accolades posted to Yelp! read more

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Void has a cozy, eclectic interior that feels like you're stepping into someone's home. There seemed to be a lot of couples on dates here, so this is a great date spot or somewhere for a more intimate dinner. The food feels quite home-y as well, like you're eating recreations of your childhood favorites. Our server was very friendly and helped lead us through the menu. To eat, we had the focaccia, shrimp scampi toast, spaghetti uh-o's, scallops, and fried chicken marsala. Everything was prepared very well. My favorite dishes were the scallops and fried chicken. I wasn't that impressed by the fun spaghetti uh-o's, since the flavor didn't feel that out of the ordinary to me. For dessert, we enjoyed the chocolate tiramisu and peanut butter gelato. The peanut butter gelato was out of this world! Felt like eating a PB&J but in ice cream form. Void often changes up their menu, so I would go back to try some of their other dishes. read more

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Drinks = Survival Item: Sweet, but not oppressively so, this drink has a pleasant bitterness reminiscent of Amaro. It's rich and has just the right amount of booziness. You'll find it in the "Unfamiliar" section of the menu, and it's as approachable as it is creative. No-Lört: The bar claims to have successfully removed Malört's only redeeming feature, and they might be right. The No-Lört is sweeter, with a less bitter aftertaste that doesn't linger as long. I have a tradition where friends visiting from out of town must take a shot of Malört with me. For my friends who don't drink, this will have to be close enough, even if I won't get the same satisfaction as I would from the "torture" of the real thing. Atmosphere and Service = The vibe is pleasant and a little unusual. The cooler has stained glass, taper candles are on the bar, and fire-light bulbs add to the ambiance. The music helps set the scene and plays at a reasonable volume. The service is very friendly, welcoming, and kind. Food = I do have one gripe, and it's about their food menu. A bar really benefits from a well-thought-out appetizer selection. It's invaluable to have small bites for people who aren't looking for a full meal but don't want to drink on an empty stomach. Here, the appetizer-like options are bread, a wedge salad, and carrots--rabbit food, in other words. Something like tacos, tuna tartare, or deviled eggs would be a godsend and would keep me coming back more often. Since I'm perpetually hungry, I opted for the Chicken Parm. The chicken, which seemed to be breaded and baked, was cooked well. I also enjoyed the tomato sauce and, of course, the cheese. It was a large portion, too--great for those who are extra hungry. The dish reminded me of something I would make at home to impress a date. For context, I'm not a gifted cook, but I can make a mean salmon. While I don't expect every meal out to be eligible for Beat Bobby Flay, it would have been better if something about it felt a step above what I could make myself. Final Thoughts = All that said, Void seems to be the kind of place where I'll eat elsewhere but absolutely stop in afterward for the excellent drinks, friendly service, and splendid vibes. read more

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I finally got to come here for my birthday after wanting to for a really long time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is dark and moody, but not in a pretentious way.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The cocktails were delicious and the beer was refreshing. I specifically wanted the Spaghetti Uh-O's and they were even better than I expected. The Beets and Focaccia were amazing as well! Finally, the service was friendly and quick. I will definitely be back soon! read more

Void - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The atmosphere is unique, it transports you to perhaps a satire museum in Florence? The service was attentive. The food was bursting with flavor but is extremely, unforgivably overpriced! We left spending $89 for shrimp toast with two shrimp ( one head was empty completely) , spaghetti O's, one tequila zebra, one wedge salad and a second drink spilled directly allll over my lap. They did take off the drink that was spilled on me. Again the food was delicious! But for the prices I would not recommend this place unless you just want to spend some money for no reason and still leave hungry. It was very empty inside for a Saturday night, so no resy required, we just walked in ! read more

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I stopped by this place for a drink. Although I didn't have a reservation, there was plenty of bar seating. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I loved the ambiance of this restaurant because it was dark and felt romantic as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I loved the decor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For my drink, I went with the Negroni Tre cocktail, it was quite sweet, strong, and very good. The bartender was very attentive and nice and made sure to ask if I was satisfied with my drink. read more

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Another local gem comes to Avondale. Amazing food and drinks. Cocktails are outstanding (heard it was ex- Violet hour program) and wouldn't be surprised if they get a bib gourmand for the food. We had the spaghetti ugh ohs and the sausage and finished with the play on chicken Marsala. Amazing! Feels like an old school Italian American bar. I particularly appreciate the candles in wine bottles like my dad has. Will be back soon. read more

Void - Sausage - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Very impressed with this experience. First, we had a server who understood the menu and how the dishes complimented each other. My fried chicken Marsala was so delicious everyone must try it. The focaccia bread was an excellent appetizer. The drinks were quirky yet delicious and an adventure of their own. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a little warm and could use more A/C but it was still a nice vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We will return and grateful for this restaurant. read more

Void - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came here for a birthday dinner (table of 8) and the happily accommodated. Interior is a bit eclectic and moody. Food is absolutely delicious. Fav was probably the Gnocchi. read more

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I got the Spaghetti Uh-O's and Seasonal Sundae. I've never had Spaghetti Oh's with al dente pasta, and I wasn't a huge fan growing up. But this version is great. Definitely plan on trying other items on the menu. The seasonal sundae (persimmon and vanilla) was great. I'm a big fan of Asian persimmons, and, to be honest, I prefer Asian desserts that feature persimmons. But this was great. It had a lot of crunch, and the both flavors of ice cream were great. read more

Void - Cocktail menu - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'll start this with how I'm biased: This place is literally everything I look for in a restaurant. Been 4-5 times now, usually rolling solo and grabbing a bar seat. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The Void is just so... chill. The vibe is of the place is relaxed, and re-enforced by a staff that's attentive, but not all up in your shit.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Just, chill. Now, the food. Look, I've had their Uh-Oh's, the chicken parm that took me 3 days to finish, and the foccicia. All of which are incredible. Uh-Oh's are as fun as they are good. I've never appreciated a gimmick, but like, if you make something that good and want to throw some fun at it, props! Main reason I wanted to write a review, the damn strip steak topped with their homemade giard I had last night. Guys, wtf. That was easily one of the best restaurant steaks I've had. Believe me, I'm a really picky bitch. Just absolutely crushed the mid-rare on that. The damn salt level I can only define as total perfection. I'm going to shout out the bartender last night (friday 8/29). I think she got that I'm not really a conversationalist, she just made sure my shot glass of Malort was never dry. She read the room and killed it. Respect 100x over. To quote the baggage seller from Joe vs The Volcano: May you live to be a thousand years old. read more

Void - Steak! - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is an eccentric little place! It has a dark, moody, almost pagan-esque vibes. The menu is very limited but everything we got was delicious; we're looking forward to trying the rest. The focaccia was simple and mild, yet complex in flavor. I enjoyed the pork belly I got. It was delightfully crispy on the outside yet tender and juicy within. My partner got the octopus, which he raved about. There's little crunchy bits in the octopus pasta that add a really appealing texture to it and just enough heat to make your tongue tingle a little. The tiramisu was not too sweet nor heavy and wrapped up the meal nicely. We went early in the evening and service was pretty quick for us; can't speak to the rest of the evening. The check came on a little postcard. The only gripe I had was that I thought we'd get to keep the postcard, but it was plucked right out of my partner's hands when we paid. read more

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Service was wonderful, cocktails even better, food also good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibes are cool in there[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Void - Fried chicken vesuvio w/ potatoes - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance at Void is great! Love the decor and the vibe[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a little loud, and they were having trouble with their air-conditioning and it was very warm inside, but Pat brought me a fan, and was really wonderful about the experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So.. Why am I giving it three stars? Well let me start off by saying that upon entering the restaurant, the owner, Pat was wonderful and had a great demeanor. Was very attentive and made the start to this evening wonderful. But sadly, then our waitress came. She was very rude to say the least, I don't think she enjoys being a waitress, and I recommend that she change professions if she's not happy doing what she's doing. From the moment I sat down, waiting for my friends to join me and asked for a sparkling water instead of still, her annoyance became obvious. It only became worse when I asked about gluten-free options for accompaniment to their cheeseboard. She went into a rant about how they make their pasta's in house, which wasn't my question because I wasn't ordering pasta. But when I responded that there are gf pastas, She became combative, raising her voice to tell me that they make their pasta in house. Good for them, that's great! However, I was wondering what items could be done GF, not what items were out of the question for me to order. By the way, we had called prior to our visit (my friend called) to ask if they had gluten-free options and were told that almost everything on the menu could be made gluten-free. When we got there, the waitress said that was not true. We ordered Branzino , steak, a beet salad and a wedge salad, a cheeseboard, focaccia bread ( which I couldn't have, but my friends said was delicious, especially with the honey butter), cocktails, and wine. I asked if they could serve vegetables or if they had anything to accompany the cheese board and was told in a very angry manner what you see on the menu is all we have. OK, but that doesn't mean that you don't have carrots or tomatoes that could be used for the whipped feta, or anything else that you use in your dishes that could be dipped in or eaten with cheese. One of my friends was upset because the waitress kept taking the plates away before we were completely done (she wanted to dip her bread into the remaining sauce and honey butter) and instead of timing out our meal so that we could finish our salads and cheese, she came to the table to tell us that our next course, the entrées were coming out and we needed to make room. Her attitude was unpleasant and we felt rushed. Had her words and actions been kinder and more service oriented, I wouldn't be leaving this review. The Branzino was delicious, but it did have some bones. The steak was done to perfection and tasted delicious. They removed the topping that was not gluten-free, which was great for me, but she should've brought that out on the side for my two friends who are not gluten-free and could've had that topping. (My friend actually said she had the steak before and the topping really made it for her). Or at least asked if they wanted it. All in all, I would love to go back and support the owner Pat, but there are a lot of great restaurants in Chicago that are way more accommodating to people with any kind of food allergies. And, this restaurant was trying to be helpful per the owner, but maybe he needs to retrain his staff or at least this waitress. She was no joy to be served by and tainted the entire experience. read more

I picked Void for my birthday dinner in February and that was a really great choice for me. The menu sounded great, the drinks enticed me, and it's in a part of town I don't frequent often, so it was fun for a little change of scenery. as soon as I walked in, I fell in love with the decor. This is not your Gold Coast or West Loop bistro interior-designed within an inch to polished perfection. This is a fun, 70s-inspired, kooky vibe that feels almost like a friend's basement. The huge Last Supper painting was a hoot! So unstuffy and unpretentious, which I found to be a nice contrast with the elevated cuisine. The focaccia was fantastic, but what really made it was the fermented honey butter served with it. You will be scraping it off the plate with every crumb. The shrimp toast is a fun Italian-ized take on someone's favorite pupu platter appetizer, scampi style with kind of a piccata situation, lemony buttery, bright. We got this crispy-tender pork dish (copa di testa) served with lentils and cherries--the server recommended it and rightly so! Delish. For our mains we went pasta crazy with the Spaghetti Uh-Os, which has become something of a signature, and rightly so--vodka sauce pasta rings with the tenderest lil meatballs? I'll take a can to go! We got the cheese lasagna, which is a nice option for any vegetarians in the audience--it'll take out to Stouffers town in a Proust's madeleine kinda way, so amazing. My favorite dish of the night was probably the chicken parm, which made me feel like the restaurant critic in Ratatouille (another Proust's madeleine reference), because this was my mom's signature dish when I was a kid and it really transported me back to time unattainable. We had to get both desserts because the birthday boy, me, couldn't decide. The chocolate tiramisu is what to get if you're not a big sweets person--it was rich and bittersweet with lots of dark chocolate, and the herbal fernet branca balanced really nicely. The seasonal sundae was peanut butter jelly time, absolutely fantastic. They have a great drink menu consisting of wine, cocktails, mocktails and more. I had a Teaches of Beaches cocktail (iykyk) and a Sun Devil, and they have some really interesting options. I hope to be back soon. They have a small but mighty menu, and it was a dinner I will think about for a long ime. read more

The food was very expensive for the quality and portion sizes. The lasagna was really cheesy to where it couldn't hold its own form, it barely had any protein or enough layers because it was baked in a very shallow dish. The spaghetti uh-ohs were disappointing as they were served in a can for presentation - it felt quite childish. The vodka sauce was okay, but the meat balls in the sauce tasted like canned meat balls. Honestly, the staff were a bit cold. They told us they couldn't accommodate us at a table despite one being open the entire time we dined there. They told us we could sit anywhere at the bar, and when we said we wanted to be away from the door, they said we could only sit at the front half of the bar near the front door. They weren't friendly when we arrived as they were more concerned with our reservations. Our server got our order wrong by missing a whole dish - they said our cabbage was supposed to come out after the lasagna and spaghetti "uh ohs," but to me, it felt like they completely forgot because we had waited quite a bit of time with empty plates in front of the servers at the bar. The restaurant looked pretty. The candles were nice. However, I don't think the food is worth the price. read more

I loved everything I had. I came for the Spaghetti Os and they were perfect. Vodka sauce, pasta was cooked to where it still had a little bite, meatballs were better than the can! Eyyy! But then everything I had there was good! Prices were medium to medium-high, but not outrageous. My friend got a kick out of their alcohol free Malort. It's always funny to discover when people actually like Malort vs. hiding behind the prank of it all! Anyway. Cozy living room vibe, full house, quintessential Chicago "it's very cold outside but I am cozy up in this dimly lit restaurant with all my winter clothes, pink nose, good food and friends" place. Very recommend. read more

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This is a 3.5 and not a 4 mostly due to my service experience. Called the place at 6:30pm asking how long the wait was and they said 40min. They kindly put us on the waiting list and we walked over right on time for the app to say 1 party ahead of us. The host though said they took in walk ins and therefore it's another 40min wait. I really didn't like that because I had not gotten any communications about it. The food was good - the gnocchi was very well seasoned and tasty. Then spaghetti was alright. The bread service was very nice. Drinks were good, Negroni was the classic and the black Manhattan was a 4/5. The tiramisu with fernet was 10/5. Somewhat close sitting and at times loud but not bad at all. You could still hold a conversation. Our server Sydney was great and helped us recover from the waitlist situation. I must add, I didn't like the initial service but nobody from the staff were rude or unpleasant at any time. read more

Void - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Soooo delicious and such good vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had two bottles of wine and Spaghetti Uh O's for the whole table. Will be going back soon!! read more

Void - Spaghetti Uh O's - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

From the moment I entered and was warmly greeted to the parting farewell the personal attention I received was outstanding. I was traveling alone so sat at the bar to eat. What a pleasure to engage the bartender in a discussion on options for a gin and tonic, I know hove an appreciation for just how many distilleries are out there. The cuisine is labeled Italian, the dishes are by an amazing chef whose knowledge of how to combine traditional ingredients with inspired twists that left me wanting to try everything on the single page menu. [[HIGHLIGHT]]All together a great place to eat, socialize and relax.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The layout gives everyone room ( no crowding tables together)[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . [[HIGHLIGHT]]Lighting is used to highlight the wall art, not a glare and not so subdued I needed a light to read the menu.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'll be back, I want to meet the chef. Suggestions : instagram or facebook page which gives followers an alert when menu items change. That way I can coordinate my travel to Chicago with another treat at Void ! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very intimate, romantic vibe here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My wife and I love popping for cocktails and food. Their menu changes pretty frequently, and the food is very innovative and always tasty. I highly recommend the steak (the giardiniera that comes with it is maybe my favorite in the city), the Spaghetti Uh-Ohs, and the lasagna. Really delicious. Inventive cocktail menu too. Their bartenders and servers are also top notch. Sydney, Amanda, and Mariana are all such phenomenal hosts. This place is honestly a testament to what a restaurant is capable of being. Hard to imagine anything I'd change about this place to improve it. Great desserts, too! read more

Void left a void in me. Something left to be desired. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I think the ambiance was strange. The tables are very close together.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu has playful ideas and boring ones. The food wasn't great. The spaghetti-Os were probably the best thing. But my girlfriend bit into a small piece of bone in the meatball. The cabbage was odd and charred yet cold. The service wasn't great. Each dish came out one by one with like 20 minutes between them. We would have preferred to eat the main dishes together. I was completely full by the time the last dish came out. read more

Fun and delish. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had a great night and the atmosphere is perfect.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waitress was sweet and fun and her reccos worked for us. Loved the polenta and my Negroni was amazing. read more

We dined at void tonight, a whimsical interpretation of Italian that reminded me of the Childhood menu at Next. I couldn't help but be charmed. Before we went, I didn't want to like it. I didn't plan to like it, because the name of the restaurant is unappealing to me and I looked over the menu online and nothing struck my fancy, but once our first course, Shrimp Scampi Toast, hit the table and I realized it was a riff on Chinese-American shrimp toast that was brilliantly executed and topped with perfectly cooked prawns and scampi butter, I was smitten. I don't know how the shrimp mousseline gets into the center of the bread or how the bread heals around it to obscure the tampering, but it sure is a fun texture and it's delicious. Then the most popular dish arrived, Spaghetti-Uh-O's, a fictional brand satirizing the iconic canned mush from childhood, except this version is al dente, rich, and contains little meatballs any nonna would be proud of. Another fun dish is the Chicken Marsala, which is actually Korean fried chicken drenched in maitake marsala served in a paper bag with a little squeeze bottle of buttermilk dressing. We also enjoyed branzino, a menu item seemingly without a gimmick, which was cooked to perfection and plated beautifully with a crisp salad of fennel, frisée, and Frenched green beans. Service was exceptional, and the wine list featured a wine we've been meaning to try (Occhipinti SP68 Sicilia Rosso IGT 2020 Frappato - Nero d'Avola, Sicily) since we caught the purveyor's guest spot on Stanley Tucci's show about Italy. The only misstep is that the Handkerchief Pasta came out not at all warm, but it was delicious in spite of being served at room temperature. void Avondale 2937 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago read more

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Had a delicious meal at Void with wonderful service. Started with dirty martinis- the ones with the pizza brine. Absolutely loved. Shared the braised lamb pasta & carrots. Finished with tiramisu. Highly recommend read more

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New restaurant in the area is incredible! Great bartenders pouring great drinks! The food is so good. Tried as much as I could as the whole menu sounds delicious! Had to try the spaghetti u-oh's which is pretty much the perfected version of this childhood cherished memory! Great texture and flavor. The Lasagna was one of the best I've ever tried. Great place to hang out and enjoy without any rush. Able to get in easily without a reservation. A new must try if in area! read more

Void - Spaghetti uh-oh's! Delicious bottle of Chianti - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The place: really interesting decor- like walking into a converted church, or a place that bought out a church yard sale with mosaic tiles on the cold case, the last supper on a massive mural taking up most of one wall, vintage lamp, all thoughtfully curated to create a modern, yet familiar vibe. Service was excellent. We never had empty water glasses, and though I didn't get an alcoholic drink (dry January), when we ordered the tiramisu which was soaked in fernet, our server wanted to make sure alcohol in that form was okay. One thing to note - the tables at the benches are REALLY close together. I'm not an exceptionally large person, but with a puffy coat in the winter, squeezing in between the tables was a bit of a feat. Those seats are definitely not for everyone. The taste: focaccia - the fermented garlic honey butter - an amazing conception. Rich, balanced, on top of the bitter and sour notes of the focaccia, was a great way to kick off the meal. The carrot dish was well-portioned, and the pickled turnips made the dish especially interesting. The carrots had a depth of flavor that I'll be thinking about for a while. The scallops. Oh the scallops. Cooked to perfection, swimming in a sea of rich, cheesy risotto. The onions added an acidic break you needed. Lasagna - solid. Hefty. Rich. A well-executed piece of lasagna, though we may not order it the next time we end up here. The seasonal sundae included a rich and delicious peanut butter gelato paired with a lighter raspberry sorbet. I thought the tiramisu, while not coffee forward, had bitter, dark chocolate notes in it that I enjoyed, but my boyfriend really had an aversion to the fernet soaked cake. I think they rotate the tiramisus, so if fernet isn't your thing, don't fret. My face: satisfied smile. $150 pre-tip for the dishes above plus a couple alcoholic drinks and a Diet Coke. Reservations at 6, out at 7:20. Enjoy. read more

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I've been here 3 times and each time it was delicious. Love the specialty pastas, the Cobb salad and the bread.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Food, cocktails, and vibe were all amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got the fried chicken Marsala and wedge, both were outstanding and big enough portions to share or have take home. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love this little spot, it's so unassuming and lovely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The most unexpected items are SO delicious. It's been months and I still can't stop thinking about the carrots or the shrimp toast. The apps were definitely the best part. We also had chicken Parmesan and scallops as the mains, which were good but more classic. The other items though... yummm. read more

Went to Void a few weeks back. We live near and frequent that area a lot (Central Park, Mother's Ruin, Loaf Lounge, Deep Red, etc.) and were glad to see a new restaurant come together. Unfortunately, the experience was pretty disappointing. We had a reservation, so can't say much about the wait. [[HIGHLIGHT]]As other reviewers have mentioned, it is a nice looking space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Got seated pretty quickly once we got in. The food was okay. Portions are small for what they charge, but that seems to be more and more the case around town. Entrees - branzino was fine but not much to it. Also got the Spaghetti uh-ohs, which were also decent but way overpriced. It's mostly a cute gimmick that comes to the table in a can. I appreciate the nostalgia, but my portion was small and had very few meatballs (maybe that's the uh-oh of it). The flavors were pretty good, but there was not much there, frankly, past the gimmick. But we were there for a good time and could have been more fine with it, if it wasn't for the service. Our waitperson (an older, gray haired woman) was the problem. After getting our drink orders, tried to push us into ordering our meal. Okay, we just basically sat down so needed a few minutes. Drinks (quite good) came and we were ready to order. The waitperson got a little more pushy and then huffy when they realized that we were not interested in ordering starters. We were expecting a nicely portioned Italian meal, so didn't want to get too full and prefer to leave room for dessert. We each ordered salads and entrees but that did not seem to be enough for our waitperson. Well, that was it for seeing the waitperson at our table. A runner dropped off the food. We would see her walking around but just far enough away, never came back to check on us or to see if we wanted another drink or anything. I sat there waiting to order another drink and just got more and more annoyed. No one came by or said anything to us. I guess I could've gone up to the bar to ask for a drink but I was getting aggravated. Plus, I'm at a restaurant with someone who is *supposed* to be waiting on our table. This isn't like Italy where the waitstaff leave you alone but are still walking by, smoothly checking to see if your glasses are empty. If the waitperson wanted to pad the bill with starters, why not see if we wanted more drinks? We walked to the restaurant and I would've had three drinks in total and my spouse would've had at least two if not three. We've been around industry folks long enough to know how those margins work. After studiously ignoring us for a while, she could not help but come by since we were obviously done with dirty dishes on the table. Then they were chipper as they asked if we wanted anything else. This was after her coming by once in over an hour. Nope, that was it, we are done with the place. Ready to walk to another establishment to get a long-awaited drink, forget about dessert. It's too bad, because we had really wanted a new Italian spot to go to. I'm glad others seem to have enjoyed their experience. Void is not quite a "red gravy" type of spot, but has enough that's close if trying to make things a little more elevated. At those prices, however, I am not into paying a premium for that kind of service. Plenty of new spots are opening up in the neighborhood anyway. read more