An excellent authentic, traditional Italian meal! Great atmosphere and our host Karl was fantastic!…read moreFresh handmade pasta and excellent sauces. Very nice portions and good prices. They were very accommodating for requests of dishes that were not on the menu as well! My first 34 years of life I lived on Long Island, New York. Formally a 14 year chef on Long Island where I ran a family style restaurant for a wonderful Sicilian family and Nonna Silvia's made me feel like I was back home. This place is legit! I am 20 years relocated living in South Carolina. This is in my top three favorite Italian meals I've had around the United States since I left New York. If my work travels bring me back to Chicago, I will definitely be back to Nonna Sylvia's!

We were on the way home from seeing Hamilton in Chicago and saw this restaurant come up on the Yelp…read moresearch. My husband ordered the polo Venito and since I can't have tomatoes, our waiter recommended the fettuccine Alfredo so I ordered that. There is olive oil and Parmesan cheese on the table and they brought us two small loaves of bread which was crusty on the outside and chewy on the inside just the way we like it. It was dark in here, which was very calming. There was music playing softly in the background just enough so we don't understand what the people next to us are talking about which we appreciate. There's a full bar and lots of wine options. I highly recommend dining here. The food is fantastic, seasoned very well and the perfect temperature and texture. This is an amazing restaurant to take a first date or even to celebrate a special day like an anniversary or birthday. I am so glad we stopped here! Will be back for sure! Our waiter was kind, knowledgeable, and professional! Could not ask for a better restaurant to come to tonight!

This was our first time here, and we came to celebrate a birthday. We had noted it in the…read morereservation and also had a conversation about it with our server. We were a little surprised when nothing was done for it, which isn't a big deal, but I'll be honest it was disappointing since we did come specifically to celebrate and had talked about it w our server. 3/5 Arancini - Very salty. None of us really enjoyed them because of that. They also came out lukewarm instead of hot. Would have been excellent if it was less salty and came out hot and crispy. 5/5 Fig & Mushroom (subbed for prosciutto) - The menu doesn't specify how the fig is served. Turned out to be fig jam rather than fresh fig, which wasn't what we expected. A little too sweet for me but overall still very much enjoyed it. Their pizza was cooked perfectly with enough toppings and cheese. Very good pizza! 5/5 Braised Short Rib + Polenta - so good! The short rib was excellent, just slightly salty. The polenta was perfect, and it came with a generous portion of wild mushrooms. 2/5 White Wine Cake (recommended as "unique") by our server - This was the most disappointing meal item. Our waitress told us it was special, but it was very bland and didn't match the description or image on their website. Their website showed a cake with a large scoop of ice cream on top, fair amount of whipped cream and raspberry sauce. Ours came with maybe a quarter of the size of that ice cream scoop, a little teaspoon dollop of whipped cream that you eat in one bite and the raspberry sauce was a tiny smear on bottom for decor but there wasn't enough to actually eat it. The cake itself was moist but lacked flavor. It took a really long time to come out, we thought perhaps they forgot, then forgetting we were celebrating a birthday on top of that was disappointing. Atmosphere - Beautiful space, very well done. The only issue is how close the tables are, you can't pull your chair back without hitting someone, and getting to the bathroom requires asking others to move because of how tight the layout is. Overall, we really enjoyed it and would return. While there were a few dishes we wouldn't order again, and others we would. Would love to try the wild mushroom pizza next time! The only thing was that since we had come to celebrate a birthday and didn't end up doing that, the night felt a little less special than we had expected--but still a nice experience overall.

I'm glad I finally got to check this place out, as I've been curious about it for some time. This…read moreplace is swanky and sophisticated, and a nice addition to the Park Ridge restaurant scene. I came to meet some folks and we sat at the bar. They have an extensive beverage program here, including mocktails, and that's what I settled on. I got one called Strawberry-Basil something, and it was so good. The strawberry-basil shrub was a key ingredient, and I don't get to a lot of places that use a shrub in their drinks. There was definitely a STRONG vinegar taste but for me, that was great. I also ordered a pasta dish, orecchiette and sausage with peas and a sweet, creamy sauce. Orecchiette and sausage are such a classic combo and I hadn't had this sauce before; it was a pleasant dish and was perfectly al dente. Service was good for the bar area. There's parking around, both in the lot right outside and the public parking lot below. And then of course there's the lots by the library and whatnot, so you should be able to find something.

12/02/25 - Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana is located @ 6311 N Milwaukee. My Anniversary is 12/01…read morebut unfortunately they are closed on Mondays so I made a reservation on Open Table for the next night. I book marked on Pasta D'Arte on Yelp. Sometimes when you bookmark a restaurant your expectations are sky high and sometimes they don't live up to your own delusional expectations. This was not the case w/Pasta D'Arte Trattoria. We absolutely loved everything about this restaurant. The restaurant itself has a very nice ambiance w/a wine rack at the entrance. The restaurant itself has exposed brick walls mixed w/wood panels that have a nice rustic feel. Very nice relaxing ambiance w/an awesome, helpful friendly staff. During our meal they played easy listening like Frank Sinatra tunes. Ahhh but the reason for coming the food. When we came in Carlos our server brought us 2 glasses of champagne for our anniversary, very nice. We had bread on the table w/olive oil & Parmesan cheese. We ordered some fried calamari as our appetizers w/a delicious red sauce sprinkled w/red pepper flakes for a little spice. My wife ordered the Sacchetti Al Porcini which was delicious w/porcini & ricotta stuffed pasta sacks served in a butternut/parmesan sauce w/sautéed mushrooms, leeks & butternut squash. Absolutely delicious!!! I ordered the Lasagna Bolognese Carlos & his partner (her name started w/an M?). I'm sorry I can't remember both provided excellent service & made the whole evening very enjoyable. Thanks to both of you & the staff @ Pasta D'Arte for an excellent evening.

We came for an early Friday night dinner on the way home from O'Hare airport. The restaurant…read morebecame quite busy over the 90 minutes we were there. Service was not great as we had to ask for the waitress twice to order and to get water and bread refills. Still the waitress knew the menu and specials well and was professional. We got complimentary water, warm bread, olive oil and grated parmesan cheese (probably from a food service as it sat on the table in a ramekin). We shared a glass of house Chianti and fried calamari. I got Tagliolini Neri Fra Diavola and she got Fettucine alla Panna. The wine tasted cheap, calamari was mediocre and the pastas were good, but far from excellent; better than Olive Garden but comparable to Romano's Macaroni Grill. For the prices it should have been much better. The dining room where we sat was clean and attractive but getting worn. The men's room about the same as the dining room. All in all it was a pleasant evening but not the quality experience that other reviews suggested. The restaurant is clearly resting on their reputation and needs a big refresh. For 1 glass of house wine, a shared appetizer and 2 pastas plus tax and tip we spent $140. It was worth about half of that.

Food and drinks were delicious! You can tell the pasta was freshly made and the pizza crust was so…read morecrispy good. Service was amazing and we loved the atmosphere. Definitely coming back!

Great place for drinks and pizza. The lychee spritz was very flavorful and refreshing-something…read moreunique vs the standard spritz. I liked that when you walk in, you can see pizza oven. The pizza was tasty and delightful. You can definitely tell that they use quality and fresh ingredients. I wish the place was little more colorful or had more of an ambiance. It is little standard and the bar area was the only focus point with something interesting. Our server was beyond amazing. Very attentive, friendly and accommodating. Overall, I would give 5 stars but the only hiccup that we had was that when we walked in and asked to sit outside, we were told that we can't even though people were sitting outside. Not sure what happened there.

Via Roma was the cutest!!! Very small on the inside which made it feel very quaint and homey. Our…read moreservice was great - we went right around 5 and got seated right away but it quickly became packed by 6/6:30. Our food portions were HUGE! We split 3 things between 2 people and had a good amount of left overs. My favorite was the gnocchi, I definitely recommended. Also it's great that's it's BYOB, so you can bring your favorite bottle of wine for no cork fee!!!

I ordered takeout, and when I arrived, they mistakenly handed me someone else's pizza topped with…read moreanchovies. By the time they remade my order, I had already waited nearly 50 minutes. The replacement was fresh, but the entire experience felt chaotic.

My lovely wife and I were recently invited to a luncheon at Café Lucci in suburban Glenview. Our…read moresizeable group occupied the main banquet space on the upper floor. The Italian meal included bread, salad, and soup to start things off. Dishes included sliced sausage with peppers (our favorite), penne pasta marinara, and chicken marsala. One vegetarian opted for the eggplant parmesan and it looked good too. Spumoni ice cream completed our meal. Service was spot on, as our glasses of water were filled throughout the meal.

What a gem of a place! From the moment we walk in, this family-owned restaurant isn't just about…read moregreat food - it's about creating a welcoming experience. The owners are so friendly and hands-on, making sure every guest feels like part of the family. The atmosphere is cozy, warm, and perfect for and special casual meal with loved ones. The food? Absolutely delicious! Every dish is made with care and top-quality ingredients. We started with the homemade bread with garlic spread and calamari "Bobby style" a signature appetizer, which was perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. For the main course, I had the Veal Pancetta, and as always it was one of the best I've ever had - rich, flavorful, and packed with layers of love (you can really taste the passion in the cooking). You can tell this restaurant is dedicated to keeping things local and supporting the community, which I truly appreciate. It's rare to find a place that combines amazing food with such a strong sense of family and connection. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area - you won't be disappointed! We'll definitely be back!

It's a wide open concept with lots of seating…read more The waitress and staff are very attentive. Baked Clams - we nicely breaded taste good Pino Puffs - Shredded zucchini and 3 cheeses formed into a light puffy ball, served with besciamella sauce- was good Potatoe Sausage Soup - ok...it wasn't as creamy as I thought it should be. It was ok Beet Salad, too much dressing. It was ok. Country Rigatoni- Tomato cream sauce with grilled chicken, sliced Italian sausage, peas & fresh mozzarella - nothing to rave about. Basic pasta with sauce Tiramisu - ok. Needed a little more flavor Bread Pudding - ok too Nothing really stuck out. It was ok food, I can't say it was great.

This place has been on my list of places to go to as im in the area. Our server was pleasant and…read morefriendly, and place gave a nice old school Chicago italian pasta and pizza vibe. Food was extremely delectable and prices were excellent compared to other locations. An excellent neighborhood restaurant.

A+ Italian Steakhouse has quickly become one of my favorite spots. I've been here several times,…read moreand every visit has been consistently great. The food is absolutely delicious , you can really tell they put care into every dish. Restaurant is clean & quiet . Perfect for a date night ! What really sets this place apart, though, is the service. The owner, bartenders, and waitstaff are all amazing, friendly, attentive, and they make you feel genuinely welcomed every time. If you're looking for great food and top-notch service, I strongly recommend A+ Italian Steakhouse. Definitely a place worth coming back to again and again!

From the moment I walked in, the ambiance set the tone-beautiful lighting, cozy yet elegant, and…read moreperfect for a relaxed evening. The service was outstanding: attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling rushed. The food was exceptional-authentic Italian flavors, perfectly cooked, and clearly made with care and quality ingredients. The baked clams, the steak, all phenomenal. Every dish I tried was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Overall, this restaurant delivered a complete experience: great service, amazing food, and an inviting atmosphere that makes you want to stay longer. Truly a gem and a place I can't wait to return to. As a city girl, this met all my expectations without having to take the drive downtown for that sought out experience.

Everything about the Italian dining experience was great. Food is very good and generous. Service…read moreis attentive and friendly. Wine list has some nice Italian choices. We started with cocktails at their bar, dirty martinis with blue cheese olives and went on to the dining room. Great date night place, great for groups and special occasions. They have complimentary valet and love that we avoid traffic into the city for a special dinner. Our group had the Osso Buco, short ribs , the radiottori pasta and the pasta special; all were great and with leftovers. We saved room for dessert, bread pudding and tiramisu. Yum!

This was an easy and convenient option as it was in the building connected to my Marriott hotel. My…read moreserver and runners were friendly and efficient and the dining room was cozy. I enjoyed some wine, bread, soup and butternut squash ravioli with gelato for dessert. Everything was good but nothing amazing. I enjoyed the butternut squash ravioli after I rescued each piece that was drowning in brown butter. I would dine there again due to the convenience.

Amazing place! Food and atmosphere was extremely inviting. Wait staff was pleasant and not a lot of…read morewaiting around as we did not have reservations and we were given a table on a Friday evening. Ample parking and a good local Italian place. The menu was updated with no prices- (not shocking) but still a bit jarring to have no prices on menu as this is a local restaurant and not a super fancy place. Overall, a bit pricey but enjoyed the food, and service.

Well we had reservations at this restaurant but arrived and it was closed due electrical issues. No…read moreone called us to notify us that the restaurant was closed.