Food was right on. Very tasty. Over priced, but good. As far as kitchen charge, thats part of over…read morehead.

I normally have positive experiences at local restaurants and was looking forward to experiencing…read moreone on a Saturday night at Portofino Trattoria in Campton Hills but unfortunately a 1 hr 45 minute wait for 3 pretty basic dishes that were obviously rushed in being prepared left a bad impression on us. We sat at the bar and the one bartender tried his best to keep up with the drink orders for the whole restaurant & the bar patrons drink & food orders. As we approached a wait of 1 hour & 35 minutes, we asked the bartender to have the meals placed in to go boxes. 10 more minutes go by without our meals and we asked to speak to a member of management. What was concerning was the restaurant manager on duty only came out when we requested to speak with a manager. In a calm tone, asked the manager on duty if a 1 hr 45 minute wait for our meals was reasonable. He tried to tell us that they were very busy and the kitchen was behind. Agreed. When asked if we should pay for a meal that was severely delayed he agreed the wait was excessive and he would cover the cost of the meal. I appreciate this reaction from the manager on duty. Unfortunately, when we took our meals to go, we didn't have a good experience with the meals. Received one chicken breast grilled and one breaded for the Portofino Pollo dish. Looked like they grabbed what was up at the time in the kitchen and placed it in the to go containers. Flavors were bland, likely a result of being rushed after a 1 hr 45 min wait. This might be coincidental but being short staffed at the Compton Hills location when they are opening a new location in Geneva is probably what led to the severe delays from the kitchen in servicing meals. Hope the opening of the Geneva location doesn't adversely impact the Campton Hills location beyond our dining visit experience. I gave a rating of 2 as the Manager on Duty did agree to cover the meal cost. The bartender tried to keep us from leaving by offering us a drink on the house to stay after we asked for the meals to be placed in to go boxes to take home at that point versus staying and dining. Proactive customer support would've helped versus a reactive attempt of customer support. Didn't penalize the bartender and provided a cash tip since the kitchen's delay was not his fault. Let's hope Portofino Trattoria does better in the future.

We love the pepperoni pizza. Thin crust is crispy, buttery made in house. But I also go all in for…read moredouble dough when I'm feeling fancy and mmmm, yes. Protip: ask about coupons. And don't sleep on the soups. I die for the cheeseburger soup in winter!

Best pizza place in Elburn. It's true because there's not a lot. Paisano's is one of the few places…read moreto order an actual pizza. Has other Italian options to choose from. The spaghetti is among the other good items. A delivery or pick up order is all you can get because there's no room inside for anything. It only has a counter. The other options besides pizza include salads and spaghetti. It's about $5 for a Side Salad, which comes with iceberg lettuce. The Spaghetti is about $10 and is basic looking stuff. It comes with meat sauce but you can get marinara. The sauce seemed excessively oily. Poured out a lot of the oil before eating it. This still wasn't that bad, just not like it was anything at all special. Food was made pretty fast. It was ready by the time they said it would be so that's one good thing about it. This would have been better if they had dine in but it's just to go so whatever.

This is Disneyland for a FatGuy. I never took up tobacco,…read moreI'm a sensible imbiber of Alcohol, and but for a VERY few exceptions (and periods in my history) I wasn't drawn to recreational drugs. Lunchmeat and sausages, though... Thoroughly, positively, indubitably, and absolutely addicted throughout all of my 72 years. Mea culpa, pwned, signed, sealed, and delivered. (Yes I know that shit is NOT good for you or me; and I have, here in my dotage, adapted at least a smidgen of discipline in my consumption of said foodstuffs) But stepping into Reams is hard, my Brothers and Sisters, it's HARD. Temptation in the air, from the butcher shop aroma; Temptation in the eyes, from the never-ending displays in the cases, Temptation in situ from the beckoning samples placed like land mines throughout the store, and the myriad namecards everywhere you look. Temptation to cross gluttony off the "mortal sin" list, or at least create a scheme to take a parcel of fresh Bratwurst to one's next confession; slipping it to the padre hoping the penance is to leave the Mustard off the links for a week or two. I won't even try to describe the treats in store. There's just too much. And it goes beyond charcuterie. The steaks, the chops, the prepared meats. All top top quality. There's condiments, baked goods, wine and beer, even stuff for your dog. Want weird stuff? Offal and innards? It's all there. Seafood, too. And if you're one of those guys (like me) who dig "sausage stix" and Jerky, their home-made offerings are nonpareil. Ditto for their home-made potato salad-type thingies. It wouldn't surprise me to find a dozen Grandmothers fixing all this shit up behind the back wall. Here's another example: In the West Burbs of Chicago, the Czech butchers always had Daisy/Crawford Praszky for sale-It's a tasty Garlic juggernaut halfway between salami and summer sausage. Oscar Mayer WISHES they had something tasting this good. It's a Chicago Staple you'll never hear of through all the chatter about Hotdogs, Italian Beef, and Deep-Dish Pizza. Maybe it didn't get as far North as the Kosher neighborhoods, but on the South and west sides...oboy. Imagine my surprise when I saw Ream's version sitting almost hidden on the very bottom row of one of the cold chests lining the Southern wall. I've never seen it elsewhere, except for the echte Daisy/Crawford version. I thought it was a proprietary thing. Welp, here is Ream's iteration. I saw it while I was in line, and as I already had a cart full of custom-cut stuff, I didn't add it to the haul that day, but the NEXT time we're in deepest Elburn, I'm SO there. Every theory has a corollary, and I was disappointed to learn Ream's quit making their excellent Head Cheese. Yes I know, "head cheese" is on the "fear factor" list with Anchovies, Limburger Cheese, Czarnina (q.v.), and Haggis; but IYKYK, this is a significant loss. Oh well. And about that "it's not good for you" thing: Yeah, there's a lot of fat in sausages, but I am without doubt Reams has no truck with nasty chemicals, or cheating the recipes to add bulk in the name of profits. I'm also pretty sure they're using the best quality sources and the best cuts to make their stuff. Ream's is WAY the fuck out there in the far far far Western Burbs. It isn't quite Eastern Iowa, but it may seem like that during the journey there. And if you're looking for a bargain, shop at Aldi. If this was an Auto Dealer, they'd be selling Mercedes, Audis, and Lamborghinis. Make sure you have some free limit on your cards if you come out here to shop. It also is certain you will buy MORE than you planned to. Mark my words. Then again, Distance and price be damned. If you demand pure excellence, You pay the tab without a gripe. But when you make a sandwich, or pull one of their steaks off the grill, or have a snack of their heavenly Pimento Cheese on a cracker; or shook a bottle of one of the boutique sauces on who-cares-what, or took a bite of a Brat with SERIOUS "snap"... You'll smile quietly knowing you got what you paid for. Perhaps more. And THAT is a rare occurrence in these days of "interesting times"

I don't come here often, but when I do, I'll join the droves of people gathering around the Meat…read moreCounter waiting methodically for your number to be called, Yep, it's a 'cattle call' for those willing to throw 5 Stars for a slab of Beef or Pork with 'Steakhouse' prices. Apparently, people tend to become enamored over some 'Meat Stix'! It's good, but it ain't the only place around serving the best meat imaginable!

Josef's is an amazing, authentic Italian deli that feels like stepping back into 1950s New York…read more The sandwiches are unbelievable -- piled high with quality ingredients and made with real pride in the craft. Add in the great people behind the counter, and it becomes more than just a deli -- it's an experience.

My sub sandwich was awesome We thought the service also was…read moregreat and the location is so nice for a location near home

Here in St. Charles having lunch at Pomodoro. This a nice little casual restaurant. It's very small…read moreon the inside with about 4 tables. Many people popped in to pick up take out orders. No problems with the service at all during our visit. I had eggplant parmesan with penne pasta. It came out hot and fresh. The pasta and sauce were somewhat bland. The eggplant and cheese were flavorful with enough salt to accommodate the pasta n sauce. The portion size was on the large size and had me full. The bread brought to the table was tasty. My wife loved the croutons on here Caesar salad. They were light and buttery. I tasted the gnocchi casa mia and not much flavor there. The food here was solid. Nothing spectacular. I would try a few other entrees here since the prices are decent.

As always, this place delivers! It's a quaint place to satiate your appetite for authentic Italian…read morefood. Service is impeccable! Don't hesitate, give it a go & you'll know what I mean!

Zeppe's Italian market 10/10 authentic Italian food, the variety is something else, store is clean…read moreand everything is made FRESH! I met Joe the owner and he made me feel like I had walked into a loved ones home and gave me everything there is to know about the store, very down to earth guy and all I can say is the vibe was awesome and I def will be going here more often and must I say the CANNOLIS undoubtedly S tier!!

Mary Starnes West Highlands…read more· Just now · I just left Zeppe's market on 87th street. Went to buy fresh Italian Sausage and Grab=n=Go Lasagna. I do not mind paying for a quality product and expected the sausage to be about $6-7 lb which it was. However when I reached for the Lasagna I noticed it was marked over $20.00 for the small pan. On Zeppe'S Website it states price of $16.00. When I questioned the young man behind the register he stated Zeppe's is a small family business and does not own its website. they do not have ability to amend the website and the prices are what is shown in store. They will not honor their website prices. I would have bought the sausage but because I found it "unethical" that they will not honor their advertised website prices, they lost a customer.

We've been here a few times now and it's our new favorite and go to place in the area. Every time…read morewe've come, the food and service have been excellent. Everything from the appetizers, to the pizza to the pasta, all are very good. On Monday, it's also half price pizza!! Last night I also had an old fashioned and it was excellent too! The atmosphere both inside and outside are really nice. Such a great place for date night or with the family. HIGHLY recommend!!

My husband and I met a friend at GIA MIA - Geneva. We split the margherita pizza pear and…read morecaramelized onion pizza. The crust and ingredients were freshly made. the margherita pizza was delicious. The pears were out of season and didn't taste crisp or sweet which hurt its flavor. For dessert, we ordered the warm chocolate cake. The cake was warm and the ice cream was cold, a perfect combination. Our server was nice and friendly. I highly recommend GIA MIA - Geneva.

Oh my goodness everything was so SO good!…read more I had this one bookmarked forever and had driven by throughout the decades and finally decided to give it a go. The parking lot is small but we snagged a good spot when it wasn't that busy. They have so much to choose from! Everything we tried was delicious! Very well sized arranchini ! We also tried their meat lasagna and brosciul and it was all delectable. So glad to have tried an Italian staple that's been there for many years, loved the old school feel. Friendly service! It's cash only!

For anyone who truly appreciates great pasta, this spot is a gem. Everything is made fresh and you…read morecan taste the difference in every bite. The ambiance has that warm, authentic Italian feel that makes you want to sit back, enjoy a glass of wine, and take your time with the meal. Service is always A1 -- welcoming, attentive, and they even greet you with a little surprise when you arrive, which is such a nice touch. The ownership clearly takes pride in what they do, and it shows in both the food and the experience. Fresh pasta made to order, fantastic flavor, and prices that are more than fair for the quality. If you're in the area and love real Italian food, this place is an absolute must-try.

Our first time at this Italian restaurant in Yorkville, and WOW -- it definitely will not be our…read morelast! The minute we walked through the door, we were completely wowed by the vibe and atmosphere. It was honestly not what we were expecting at all, and we were pleasantly surprised. I'm already looking forward to coming back in the evening to experience the atmosphere then! Our server, Matthew, was amazing. He was attentive without ever hovering, and when the dish I originally wanted wasn't available, he suggested the Grilled Chicken Asiago. What a great recommendation -- it did not disappoint! It was absolutely exceptional. We started with the house bread and Eggplant Parmesan Roll-Ups, both delicious. My husband had the Braised Pork Marsala over mashed potatoes, and it was fantastic as well. The portions were abundant, everything was seasoned perfectly, and every bite was delicious. We were already talking about our next visit before we even left. Next time, we've decided we're going to share an appetizer and split a meal so we have room to try the tiramisu! Great food, beautiful atmosphere, and excellent service from Matthew. What a wonderful first experience -- we'll definitely be back!

All around this was a lovely experience! The decor is really pretty. I was very impressed at first…read moreglance. We actually thought we were undressed but the hostess just laughed and said we were fine. There is a bar you could eat at but they do have ample dinning area. The dinning area is all glass, it happed to be a stormy day so it added to the ambiance. They have a full bar with plenty of drink options and custom Italian Soda options. Then there is the bread! OMG really good, large and fluffy, add oil and parm to taste. There were good entree options but we both opted for the Legendary Vodka Rigatoni Chicken Cutlet. This did not disappoint. Great tasting and perfectly cooked. Good sized portion as well. You have a soup or salad option. Their house Italian had a really good taste. We were too stuffed for dessert but this is definitely a must return! Did I mention Excellent staff! Everyone was so friendly. I always say service with a smile makes the experience so much better and everyone made us feel welcomed.

We had jerk chicken , dark meat and red snapper dinners from their pop up at Art History Brewing in…read moreGeneva. OMG... the best chicken ever. Spiced nicely that wasn't over the top, I got extra spice sauce which was amazing but again it didn't overpower. The fish was a challenge to get around bones at first but in no time into the flesh and it was so moist and well seasoned. Sides of cabbage and rice were delicious and a great complement. It was pricey but each was easily shareable by 3. Get to the next pop up. It is crazy good.

I've been looking for some good Jamaican oxtails and rice & peas since moving here, this did not…read moredisappoint!!