Mia Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.Waiting for a table at the beautiful antique bar is part of the charm of Mia Francesca. The plush upstairs dining room and lounge can be reserved for private events, as can the more intimate coach house tucked away behind the restaurant. In the summer, al fresco dining is also available on a charming cobblestone terrace.
Stefani Prime (Italian) brings Chicago dining; experience to Lincolnwood in a modern and comfortable environment. It offers prime cuts, the freshest seafood, signature Italian dishes and more. More than just a steakhouse, the name Stefani Prime is a nod to offering the best of everything from premium fare to top notch service. Stefani Prime is a collaborative effort between famed restaurateur Phil Stefani, wife Karen (owner of Inspired Catering & Events), and their children Gina and Anthony, the next generation of the Stefani restaurant group. Right off the Edens expressway, Stefani Prime is the ideal meeting place where the North Shore meets the city with guests enjoying a “city dining” experience without having to battle the downtown traffic and parking challenges.
The best pizza in Lincolnwood is being dished out at the very first Lou Malnati’s location. Established in 1971 at 6649 N Lincoln Ave, Lou Malnati’s Lincolnwood opened with customers lining the streets for a taste of Lou’s deep dish creations. This original location has become a landmark, serving the best Chicago deep dish there is, with a full-service bar, dine-in, carryout, delivery, catering and a private event space. Experience Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years, with family recipes and high-quality ingredients you just don’t find everywhere.
Located in prestigious Lincolnwood, IL minutes outside of Chicago, Nuovo showcases an Italian Kosher Dairy menu highlighting seasonal ingredients with artisanal-handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, specialty fish courses, and an impressive Kosher wine and cocktail list in a modern and upscale setting. Lincolnwood and neighboring Rogers Park, Peterson Park, and Skokie communities have lauded Chef Juan Ramirez's incredible culinary execution and talent into the Kosher Dairy dining experience at Nuovo.
Owner, EJ Lenzi, and managers bring over 100 years of combined restaurant experience to Chicago's North Shore. Teamed with a mature, experienced wait staff, and serving the finest food products available, EJ's Place has become the North Shore's premiere supper club. Established since 1997 and selected one of the Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, EJ's menu consists of prime aged steaks and chops, pristine seafood, and traditional Italian specialties. EJ's Place serves only the best, from their family to yours.
Bar Siena expands to Chicago's North Shore suburbs with their most recent location at Old Orchard Mall. Located next to Nordstrom, the new restaurant boasts an 8,500-square-foot interior along with two expansive patios. Much like its West Loop sister spot, Bar Siena North Shore combines the quaint charm of trattorias in Siena, Italy, with the industrial aesthetic of Chicagoland. The restaurant, in collaboration with Top Chef Fabio Viviani, brings the flavor, flare, and energy of casual Italian-American dining to the Midwest. Whether you're joining us for brunch, lunch, pizza, or pasta, Bar Siena North Shore is perfect for birthdays, groups, romantic dinners, or a casual date. Enjoy cocktails, happy hour, dessert, and Italian food in a vibrant atmosphere, whether you're celebrating with friends at the bar or indulging in a cozy dining experience.
Anteprima's regionally inspired, rustic cooking comes from recipes we've learned in homes throughout Italy. We search the finest ingredients obtainable, buying from local and organic producers whenever possible. Buon appetito!
Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana is a bistro that serves Italian cuisine in the Norwood Park area. Guests can watch their food being prepared in the open kitchen or grab some wine and cocktails while enjoying the sites and sounds of the outdoor seating area. Stop in and grab a quick lunch of cozze marinara with a nice insalata D'Arte, or bring the entire family in for an authentic Italian dinner.Start your visit at Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana with an appetizer of bruschetta con mozzarella, then decide between a ciociara pizza or a risotto dish. The fresh tastes continue with sacchettini Bolognese or a selection from the ever-changing specials. Those craving a dish with more bite can try the tilapia al limone or the braciole di carne. Guests will also appreciate Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana's dessert menu, which includes treats like the Chocolate Lava Cake and Apple Crostata.
Founded in 1962, Reinvented 2016. From neighborhood pizzeria to state of the art Wine Bar widely regarded as one of Chicago's best. Chef Samuel Leal expertly composes fresh, seasonal and meticulously selected ingredients of the best quality available at market. Master Mixologist Meaghan Walsh designs and crafts luxury cocktails by hand, including her innovative collection of wine based "d'Vine Cocktails" prominently listed on the dinner menu. Sommelier Gigi Bredoux thoughtfully curates, and colorfully hosts, one of the most interactive, engaging and customer-centric wine programs in the city, very possibly the entire country.2022 Wine Spectator Magazine "Award of Excellence" winner, beautifully appointed, exceptionally comfortable, and superbly maintained; Angelo's Wine Bar aspires to provide its northwest side Chicago neighborhood with "destination quality" hospitality, neighborly prices, and service "on a first name basis".
