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    La Dolce Vita Cucina

    4.4 (51 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    LA DOLCE VITA CUCINA ATMOSPHERE

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    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Meatball and polenta
    Adriana F.

    We had a truly wonderful first visit to this Italian gem, and thanks to Roberto--attentive, friendly, and effortlessly funny--we felt like regulars the moment we walked in. His warm hospitality set the tone for a memorable evening. The food delivered in both flavor and presentation. A warm bread basket, featuring a mix of breads and focaccia, was a thoughtful touch to start. The meatballs with polenta appetizer was outstanding--rich, comforting, and generously portioned enough to pass as a main. For mains, I had the Alaskan Halibut Filet with spring vegetables and a pea purée. The halibut was slightly overcooked, but the vegetables were perfectly prepared and the sauce tied everything together beautifully. My son ordered the Frutti di Mare, which was exceptional--the seafood was fresh, and the sauce struck a perfect balance, enhancing the dish without overwhelming it. We sampled all three Negronis (the perks of living just around the corner) and unanimously voted for the Classico. Each version was well crafted and added to the evening's charm. The space itself is lovely--simple yet warm, with classic booths and lots of wood, a welcoming ambiance. It's the kind of place that works just as well for a casual dinner with friends as it does for a celebratory gathering. Overall, a fantastic neighborhood spot with excellent service, flavorful food, and a cozy atmosphere. We'll definitely be back.

    Risotto Special
    Omar G.

    Overall the food was underwhelming which is unfortunate because i really love the vibe of this place. The decorations and bar area are beautiful. Also the service was good as well. For me the food fell flat as well for my party. We really wanted to like this place but unfortunately the food wasn't quite up to par with the rest of the restaurants good qualities. Polleto The Cornish Hen was good but personally was not a fan of the pesto seasoned potatoes. Risotto Pretty bland unfortunately, especially for a specialty dish was expecting a bit more flare. Spaghetti and Meatballs were underwhelming as well. They weren't very flavorful and a bit too dense. Feels like they needed something to lighten them up.

    Linguine special in white sauce
    Joe B.

    Absolutely fabulous little find in the Irving Park Portage area. Two down to earth chefs with 20 plus years of experience in Italian cuisine, the food was authentic, fresh, and portions were perfect. Interesting nightly specials, great atmosphere. Staff and our waiter was so friendly and welcoming. Delicious house made bread with olive oil and wonderful balsamic. Had the margarita pizza, fresh made pizza dough. Generous size steak cooked perfectly, pasta was al dente, and super delicate fresh white fish with broccoli. We will absolutely be back!

    Tagliatelle Funghi e Tartufo
    Esmeralda L.

    Reservation for 4 last night. A group of women celebrating. Endless laughter, catching up, great food! The decor here is very modern and welcoming. Staff was amazing!!! Food delicious. One of the best ribeye steaks I've had!

    Panna Cotta
    Maria B.

    Such a pretty establishment! They incorporated some of the decor from the original owners over the decades. We loved that it's not in a high traffic area, easy to find parking and the food and service were great. We started with an arugula salad and their homemade roasted pepper & potato soup. My husband ordered a pizza and because I couldn't decide between two specials (risotto with a bolognese sauce & pasta caccio e Pepe), our waiter suggested an appetizer portion of each! What a great idea. They were both very tasty. We didn't finish our meals so we could have dessert. We ordered a chocolate gelato and a coconut panna cotta. The panna cotta was delicious! It's the only item I took a picture of. They're going to be opening an outdoor seating area in back surrounded by beautiful pear trees. Will definitely be back

    Sangria
    Tita G.

    A wonderful gem of a restaurant in the neighborhood. A great spot for date night, family lunch/dinner, or to catch a game. My husband and I celebrated our anniversary there and it has become a family favorite in our household. The restaurant itself is beautiful and welcoming, the staff are always so kind and attentive, and the food! Where do I begin? The presentation is always on point and everything is very well seasoned and fresh. The sangria is my absolute favorite, always so refreshing. The desserts are top tier. It's so hard to choose at the end of our meals. Highly recommend this restaurant. A great addition to the area.

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    Loved the atmosphere, the food was spot on, the drinks were amazing and the service absolutely terrific. Will definitely be back again.

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