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    Amorino - Chicago

    4.0 (52 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Rikiyah M.

    Amorino is the perfect spot for a sweet bite after dinner! The gelato was so good, and don't forget to add the macaron. Such a cute little treat to end the night.

    Paula B.

    Immediately upon trying a free sample I was hooked on the pistachio gelato. Tastes truly like Italian gelato without all the processed flavors. Order at the counter then pick up your ice cream. The small cup was plenty after dinner but if you want to share I would size up a cup. Ordered a few large macaroons to go and they have been perfect desserts at home. Absolutely obsessed with this gelato, we're going to be visiting far more frequently for it.

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    Alexandra A.

    I always save room for dessert so of course a stop at Amorino is necessary. This location has plenty of indoor and a few outdoor seats. I highly appreciate places that offer samples before ordering gelato and thankfully Amorino did just that. The staff member that helped me was patient and friendly. I went with the small on a cone and chose 3 flavors; Ecuador chocolate, pistachio, and strawberry. All very tasty! It's hard for me to give a gelato place in the US 5 stars only because I've had gelato in Italy. Sorry not sorry but Italy is the place for it lol. That being said, Amorino is still delicious that I do recommend it. I enjoyed how my sweet treat was crafted into a rose, very cute.

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    Mudia O.

    First time trying it. Very rich and creamy! It was packed with people, took forever to order but I think it was worth it.

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    Talena H.

    Never been here before me and my friends want to come here so we decided to go. They've been here before I haven't, but the experience wasn't the best. Honestly one I think it's too expensive for what I got. I also thought they were gonna make my gelato or sorbet shall I say Into a flower and they didn't so... they just put it in there all willy-nilly and it was like eight dollars for this little thing. The staff act like they didn't wanna be there so that was kind of annoying but whatever. Was chill vibe on the inside. Also, I do wish they had some vegan flavors that were chocolate and not just fruit. Not sure if I'll come back but it's the first time for everything.

    Lauren A.

    I was in Chicago craving desserts and my friend told me about this place so I went. The gelato was good and the service was good, but I ordered the cup and it had little crunch beads in it and I didn't like it. Very cute place.

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    Gabriel N.

    With an environment that feels like an urban Italian gelateria, perfect lighting and ample seating... this shop is a perfect after dinner / post orchestra experience. The servers are kind and swift. The flower petal gelato presentation is world class. So, so beautiful. The gelato is good - not of the highest quality. If they could land that, and present macaroons that kept their ascetic integrity, then Amorino would earn a 5 star rating.

    Susie X.

    Two stars go to the roasted peanut and single-origin chocolate flavors, which were solid, and to the staff, who offered samples that helped us decide what to order. Beyond that, the experience was confusing and underwhelming. The ordering process needs streamlining. When we walked in, two parties were already waiting near the gelato display. As we approached to look at flavors, a staff member redirected us to self-service kiosks towards the back of the store. The problem was that the kiosks neither showed nor allowed selection of flavors. We had to double back to the display, sample a few options with assistance from staff, and then return to the kiosks to place the order. During a busy period, this setup would create congestion and frustration for both customers and employees. A clearer flow would go a long way, whether by relocating kiosks closer to the entrance or integrating flavor selection into the ordering system. The portion size was the bigger letdown. The small cup looked reasonably full at first glance, but the bottom was hollow, making the serving far smaller than expected. I ate what seemed like my share based on the cup's height, only to realize there wasn't much beneath the surface, leaving my partner with very little. He referenced comedian Mitch Hedberg on the misleading cup design, and said it "robbed us of gelato," and called it a "clever gelato-saving technique." We understand that costs are rising, but this portion stood out as unusually small. Between the two of us, we've had gelato across the U.S. and in Italy, and this was the stingiest serving we've encountered--especially at nearly $10 after tax and tip. What should have been a simple treat ended up as a disappointment we will not repeat. We'd rather our hard-earned money go to small businesses that put intention and integrity at the forefront.

    Sami Q.

    Came into try Amorino's, and it was so delicious! All their flavors are made fresh in house. My friend and I sampled a lot of the flavors they had before landing on what we each picked. I got the hazelnut chocolate with the strawberry gelato and it was so beautifully presented. They have so many options and they're all so fresh and delicious. That Ecuadorian chocolate is another level too! Mateo and mikayla made our beautiful rose shaped cones! Mateo was so hospitable and knowledgeable too. We will definitely be back

    Charles L.

    The gelato was delicious and looked great in the display. The entire place has a great feel to it, and is worth stopping in to just see in my opinion a bit pricey, but worth it. Friendly service too!

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    Magda M.

    Amorino is such a cute little café on Michigan Avenue in Chicago! The service was excellent, and the place has a really charming vibe. I wasn't a fan of the hot chocolate; it was a bit too thick for me, but my husband loved it, and I think most people would too. We shared a lemon tart that was really good. Overall, a great spot and a nice experience!

    The gelato is so yummy! It is hard to pick since the selection is vast. Every flavor I sampled was delicious. What makes this place even better is the STAFF!! Friendly, professional, patient (extremely packed)! I will definitely be back!

    Nick P.

    It was super busy on a Saturday night. I didn't get a chance to take pictures of the inside. They have comfortable places to sit, unfortunately you may or may not be able to sit in them. You order from 3 kiosks. We just got a classic gelato cup. You're able to pick as many flavors as you want. We did hazelnut, blueberry cheesecake, yogurt, and I forgot what the last one was. We also got a white chocolate and pistachio gianduiotto. It was very good. We had to stand and eat outside. Since there are not a lot of gelato places close by, this location will always be busy. Service was fine.

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    The taste of the gelato was okay, but the portion size for the price was disappointing

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    Great gelato and service! It was a little pricey, but the flavors were really good. I would stop by again!

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    So yummy and I was able to get so many flavors! I got some nice flavors. Strateachella, peanut, macaroon.

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    4.3(2.5k reviews)
    4.1 miLogan Square
    $$

    Got a delivery order and the magic I felt years ago is still alive and well…read more Breakfast burrito - 5/5. I have a dairy intolerance I sacrifice for special occasions, and this burrito was a worthy one. Crispy shell, gooey cheesy egg. Mouthwatering. Doesn't need the verde sauce, but a nice complement for a flavor change up. Spicy peanut noodles - 4/5. Fun and interesting. Great udon. Good flavor profile. Not spicy. Buttermilk pancakes - 3.5/5. Solid pancakes. Incredible maple syrup. Pasta yiayia - 4/5. Strange good. Cinnamon is wild. Nice pasta cook. Ordered through the website via Toast. Delivery fee is a lot at $10. $1.50 goes to Toast, not sure about the rest. Plan to do Uber Eats directly next time.

    Ok so Lula brunch goes just as hard as the dinner! I've tried the breakfast burrito, matcha…read morebostock, coconut financier, the tineka, the baked French feta, and the carrot cake. The breakfast burrito is 100% worth the hype. Such buttery fluffy soft eggs w a ton of cheese & the most flavorful sauces (my personal fave was the red sauce)! This thing is massive - I had half and saved the other half for later. The pastries were 10/10 no notes. Very fresh, perfect textures, not overly sweet. The tineka was a flavor bomb! The bread was phenomenal. There's some type of sweet n slightly spicy chutney(?) that really gave it a pop of flavor. The slaw that comes w it was amazing as well. The carrot cake was so moist, perfectly spiced, and the right amount of sweet. Critique: while the baked French feta was good, I think this is the most overpriced dish for what is essentially a small block of feta with some sourdough and a couple pieces of olives and cucumbers. Also, the sourdough was kinda too hard and crunchy for my liking. This is the only dish I don't recommend.

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    Monteverde

    Monteverde

    4.5(1.6k reviews)
    0.4 miWest Loop, Near West Side
    $$$

    Wow just wow. Our favorite restaurant in Chicago by far and will be absolutely mandatory every time…read morewe come visit. Ham e burrata was perfect and everything complimented each other within the dish. Just wish I had more. The jam balanced out the saltiness from the ham and the cheese was great. If a restaurant has merch from a certain dish then you should def be ordering it. Got the corn pasta and ragu as well. Both good but liked the corn more. The ricotta shooter was also packed with flavor. Overall, loved every part of the meal and will definitely be back!

    As a big Top Chef fan, I have a running list of some of the restaurants owned by the "cheftestants"…read moreand judges that I want to check out, so I decided to make a reservation at Monteverde for a belated anniversary dinner while in town recently. Executive chef Bailey Sullivan was on Season 22 of Top Chef and the co-owner also competed in one of the earlier seasons. Nate and I arrived a bit before our 9 pm reservation but were seated by our scheduled time. The restaurant was super busy and very loud! We were quite close to the tables next to us, so if you're looking for a quiet, intimate dining experience, this probably isn't it. We ordered the heirloom tomato salad, sweet corn chitarra pasta, a side of wilted escarole, and the chocolate tart for dessert. We also got a complimentary mozzarella shooter as an anniversary treat, which was incredible. The food was delicious, but my favorite dish was definitely the heirloom tomato salad, with seasonally fresh tomatoes, peaches, mint pistachio pesto, and stracciatella. It was so flavorful and bright and I could eat this every day. It was a good portion to split between the two of us, but I'd probably order this just for myself if I came back and it was on the menu (it was that good). The pasta was a nice balance of savory and sweet from the fresh corn, and I loved the texture of the bronze die extruded pasta. Service was great, with waters being refilled promptly and empty plates removed quickly. I loved this meal, and would recommend to anyone who likes delicious pasta in a lively, bustling environment.

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    Margie's Candies - Storefront view, fyi... no parking in front of store

    Margie's Candies

    4.0(1.3k reviews)
    2.9 miBucktown, Logan Square
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    BEST HOT FUDGE!!!…read more Margie's has been open for over 100 years. The exterior neon signs are all from 1954 and a lot of the interior decor is original from when they first opened, including all the Tiffany lamps. You can either order to-go at the inside counter, or wait for a table. If you order to-go, you'll wait outside and they will call your number when it's ready. If you prefer to eat in, they will call your name while you wait outside. Typically the wait for a table isn't too long since it's just ice cream. I always have to get a sundae with their homemade original hot fudge. It's sooo good and served in your own gravy boat.

    My husband and I had both wanted to try this historic ice cream parlor and candy shop. The vibes…read moreare authentically vintage, with the wooden booths with individual jukeboxes (ours didn't work). There are a wide array of sundaes to choose from; I got the Margie's famous raspberry hot fudge sundae, which was so yummy; the fudge came in a little turreen on the side and the sundae itself was served in their signature clamshell dish. My husband got a chocolate chip cookie sundae, served in a big glass bowl. There are also shakes, malts, phosphates and other treats to choose from on their menu, as well as a case of homemade candies. The place isn't big and is rather crowded so we got an "eat and get out" vibe from the staff, which made me feel rushed (and who wants to hurry through ice cream?) Overall, though, Margie's has clearly been a Chicago favorite for a long time for a reason. Check them out.

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    Pierrot Gourmet

    Pierrot Gourmet

    4.1(740 reviews)
    1.3 miNear North Side
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    Literally the cutest café. This was my favorite breakfast spot while visiting Chicago…read more The second I walked in, I was obsessed. The green and white color palette immediately reminded me of Ralph's Coffee. It felt classic and polished but still charming. Everyone working there had a smile on their face, and the warmth felt so genuine and comforting, especially first thing in the morning. They had such a huge selection of pastries and cakes that it was honestly hard to choose. I ended up getting the cake shaped like a cherry because it looked so interesting. It was a black cherry cake and I paired it with a cappuccino. It was the perfect combination. The cake was beautiful and tasted just as good as it looked. We also ordered the breakfast burrito, which came with a small side salad. It was fine, but not the standout for me. If I came back, which I would, I would probably stick to the pastries and coffee and try more of their baked goods instead. Service was amazing. The ambience was adorable. I loved how all the silverware, plating, and dinnerware matched that perfect green tone. Every detail felt intentional. It was just perfect.

    We had a toddler date with a friend and her son here at the cafe at the Peninsula. They had some…read morelimited-time St. Patrick's Day specials that caught my friend's eye, including the Pot of Gold, a special dessert only available for the weekend. The food was really excellent, as was the service. But it was ridiculously priced. The reuben sandwich was $28. It was a great sandwich, very lean, but you could get a sandwich as good for half the cost elsewhere. They only have a couple of kid's items, but my friend requested buttered noodles for her kid rather than the cheesy noodles. I got the hibiscus drink and lavender lemonade, both non-alcoholic, and they were very good. My little one especially liked the hibiscus. And we ordered the appetizer of whipped ricotta and honey; my daughter liked this more than anything else we ordered. We didn't have dessert at the restaurant, but ordered to go. The pot of gold was really good. There were little "gold nuggets" on it and that was my daughter's favorite part; good thing since I didn't realize it had a layer with Bailey's in it. It was very rich, and the cauldron was really thick chocolate (and actually was a struggle to get into, a bit!). The restaurant is small but it didn't feel crowded. We never felt rushed or unwelcome, and we were there for a couple hours (longer than I realized; it took an unusually long time to make two reuben sandwiches). Their pastries are really nice but somewhat expensive, like the rest of the menu. It was a nice, sophisticated experience.

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    4.5(710 reviews)
    7.3 miEdgewater
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    Lickity Split might be the best dessert in Chicago -- and certainly the best custard. Even a simple…read morevanilla or chocolate will be the richest and creamiest you've ever tasted. Their sundaes and concretes are huge hits as well. The retro parlor decor brings an extra charm to this corner staple. With tons of old-fashioned candies, soda fountain stools, and bright colors, it will warm you up even on a winter night. In the summer, it's worth the wait in line, and there are some benches out front to enjoy treats outside. I can't wait for my next excuse to come back!

    Lickity Split often makes the short list of best ice cream shops in Chicago, and after stopping by…read morerecently, I can absolutely say it's for good reason! Every time I've passed by, it's usually got a line going out the door so I wouldn't count on a visit being quick. That said, the staff worked fast and were super nice. The interior had a major nostalgia factor, with every kind of retro, old-fashioned candy you could think of filling the space! I saw treats that I haven't seen in decades. As for the frozen treats, they're beautiful in their simplicity. This place is not Jeni's, and they're not trying to be. There were only three custard flavors with seemingly every kind of traditional candy, sundae, and fruit topping available. I heard great things about the concretes in particular and opted for the OMG, which was a peanut butter lover's dream! I ordered it with a swirled vanilla and chocolate custard base, and every bite had chunks of brownie bites and butterfinger pieces. The junior was plenty big and I felt like a pretty good value. If you're in the Edgewater area and craving a sweet treat, I highly recommend paying a visit to this shop regardless of the season!

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    4.2(687 reviews)
    1.6 miUkrainian Village, West Town
    $$

    I realized it's been many years since my last review. It's still my favorite go to gelato spot…read more Small, cute ambiance. It's changed a lot the past couple years. It has gotten a larger menu with drinks & sandwiches too. More of a something for everyone vibe than before. Still have their fun flavors, cashew caramel goat cheese, but more classics now too. Lots of attentive servers ready to dish out your favorites. Day old pints on sale in the freezer with gelato pie & other goodies. Outside patio & counter seating with 3 seats available.

    The Black Dog Gelato is such a cute neighborhood dessert spot. When we went around 10 PM on a…read moreFriday night, luckily it wasn't too crowded, so service was friendly and quick. They didn't have a huge flavor selection, but they covered the basics (vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, hazelnut etc). I chose the pistachio and it was so good and really satisfied my sweet tooth. They did samples when I visited, so I tried the goat cheese caramel, but it was a bit too tangy for my taste. There isn't much indoor seating, but they have cute, little patio seating just outside. Parking isn't ideal if you're coming from a long ways away, but I'm guessing a lot of their customers live close by to walk to it. We may have to visit again before we leave, but high recommend!

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    4.1(657 reviews)
    5.3 miNorth Center, Lakeview
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    I had a super special date at Margie's with my 2 year old, and we had the best time ever. What I…read morelove about Margie's is that it's frozen in time. It's pretty small inside, there are only a few tables. A server comes to your table to place your order, which I feel like never happens at ice cream shops anymore! The menu is huge! There were multiple sections to banana splits, sundaes, and shakes. We decided to go with something simple. My son ordered 2 scoops of cookies n cream ice cream (with sprinkles of course) and I got moose tracks! The ice cream is the real deal. Our server was super sweet, and we were in and out of there in probably 30-45 minutes. We had the best time and will definitely be back this summer.

    We heard that Margie's Candies had some seriously good sundaes, so obviously we had to check the…read moreplace out. (The fact that the joint's been around for over 100 years doesn't hurt either.) It's a small restaurant but we managed to snag a cozy table near the back. We'd already spent most of the day eating, so we decided to share the Atomic Fudge Sundae. It's a fairly enormous concoction. I found it interesting that the hot fudge was served on the side, but it's actually pretty smart because you get control how much (or how little) sauce you get. The ice cream is the highlight. It's creamy and rich, and it's got a really nice flavor, too. The hot fudge was less impressive, but that might be because I had already eaten a Ghirardelli sundae earlier in the day and their hot fudge just can't be beat. The service was super friendly and the atmosphere was kitschy and fun. It's a cool place.

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