We tried Gaia for the first time on Mother's Day and were pleasantly surprised by how wonderful the…read moreentire experience was. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The service was fantastic; the staff was attentive, never letting our drinks go empty, and every course was timed perfectly. The food was incredible, and every bite was delicious. The bruschetta was perfectly prepared, the Alfredo sauce was rich, creamy, and cheesy, and the chocolate fudge cake drizzled with strawberry sauce was absolutely to die for. If you're looking for a charming Italian restaurant for a night out with friends, family, or someone special, I highly recommend giving Gaia a try!

Gaia is a place that is simply not great…read more There is no elevation. There is no heart. The space gives feelings of ..faux glamour. For the area, that's not too bad a vibe. But the food. Where is the thought? The herbs? The acid? The heat? Missed opportunity after missed opportunity. Dishonest pricing as well.. everything is pretty highly priced but then.. the cannoli has peanuts dyed green & not actual pistachios.. y tho? Thankfully, the service was perfect. Once was enough for me. Get a new chef.

The food here was amazing. On a recent work trip to Chicago, we stopped in at La Parra and left…read moreexcited about the meal. We got to try items that we had not had together before including the goat cheese and tomato sauce with the toasted bread. I personally loved the lamb which was very tender and fell off the bone. The staff were very attentive and friendly. They had a couple large groups that they were able to navigate with ease. They also provided a parting drink for everyone. Our Patas Bravas dish did come out a little late so we were not able to enjoy it as much since we were getting full, but it tasted heavenly with the dipping sauce. If you are in the area, please check them out!

I was actually surprised on the vast menu items they offer from Italian pasta to tapas. Pedro was…read morevery nice to talk to as he introduced us to the specials of the day. The dinning room was fairly large as we walked in and sat close to the door. Pedro gave us the specials of the day and I ordered the seafood risotto ($32). My friend ordered the Fettuccine Fruitti di Mare ($30). Both dishes was good, with the right balance of protein and noodles. My risotto was a bit too cheesy but it was manageable. Service was very good, they stopped by to check on you and replace the dishes if needed. Overall, the food and service was great. There are plenty of street parking around the restaurant. I would come back for more next time.

My husband and I dined at this restaurant last month for the first time and loved it so I suggested…read moreit for a cousin's dinner last night. Divino is a family restaurant. Chef Gabriel's food is creative and delicious. His brother-in-law Jose, I believe, is the one behind the great cocktail list and making housemade aperitifs. The four of us shared two appetizers. The tuna tartare - chopped tuna on top of creamy avocado surrounded by crispy capers and quail yolk. It was served with homemade potato and vegetable chips. We also shared the goat cheese - creamy melted goat cheese sitting in a pool of tasty marinara. This was served with grilled baguette pieces. This appetizer could use more of the baguette as we ran out of bread and still had goat cheese left to enjoy. For dinner, my sister had the gnocchi with braised beef, short rib, spinach and mushrooms. I know this dish was delicious because this is what my husband ordered the first time we dined here. My two cousins had the chicken limone and said it was very good. (I have my eye on this for next time ). I opted for the branzino which was moist and served in a delicious lemon caper sauce. I would like to see a traditional pasta with marinara sauce on the menu. I think that would be a great addition for clientele who are into the traditional instead of the creative and unique. There was no room for dessert, but shots of limoncello came to the table. So sweet of Divino. Let me tell you the limoncello was amazing. Luckily, I was able to buy a bottle of this housemade limoncello. Since the four of us were raving about the limoncello, right before we walked out the door Divino gave us a tasting of the housemade pistachio cream. Omg! So smooth, creamy and divine. We enjoyed our conversations with the chef and his brother-in-law, the other owner. Great guys who care about their customers and restaurant.

Di Vino is an absolute hidden gem. The non-descript facade fools you, but once you step inside, the…read moreatmosphere is warm and welcoming. The food is excellent, and the service is great. My daughter even noticed that every single staff member wore a genuine smile. We celebrated two birthdays, and they went above and beyond by bringing out personalized plates with cake and candle for both birthday guests at the end of our meal. We ordered Crispy Octopus and Ceviche to start. Followed by Branzino Alla Aurora, Short Ribs, and Fettuccini Alfredo. All had lovely presentations and each cooked to perfection. We had a taste of each other's plate and we all agreed each dish had outstanding flavors. Simply delicious! The food exceeded all expectations. I can go on and on. Highly recommend! And we will definitely be back.

I've been to this cute restaurant three times now. The first was just a wander in a week or two…read moreafter they opened. The next was a late night dessert and limoncello run (more on that in a second). The third was today (8/23/2026). The first time, it was clear that they were working hard to make a name for themselves. We talked to the owner and the chef and they were awesome. Similarly the food blew us away. So food, so friendly and just a great time. Not too long after we were walking down Maddison and stopped in for a dessert and drink. Now we learn that not only are the desserts amazing but they don't just have limoncello, they also have various other cellos! Pistachio and coffee are excellent, but check back for more! Tonight, we walked in and sat outside. The staff were amazing. Very attentive without hovering. Impeccable service! And their recommendations in the food, wine and desserts was spot on. We shared appetizers (calamari), mains and dessert, all of which were just as good as when they opened, maybe better. River Forest had a ton of great bar and grill places with good food. But Paicere Mio is on a different level. Don't just make it special occasions you come here. We came on a Sunday at 5:30 pm. Just get here and thank me later.

Okay, just an FYI parking in Forest Park has become difficult. the side streets are resident by…read morepermit only and Madison is "pay to park". Good luck finding a spot. The restaurant is teeny, tiny. The are 2 booths, one on each side of the wine cooler. 2 adults cannot sit comfortably on one side ~ 1 adult and 1 child is the max. Also, at the booths, the table is very far away from the bench. You have to move forward to the front edge of the bench to eat over the table. They are a BIG miss ~ so I recommend avoiding them. However, the rest of the tables are on top of one another, so do not expect to have a private, quiet conversation, while not being bumped by a server or someone trying to leave their table. Saturday night was packed with people waiting, standing right over the tables closest to the door. I know nothing can be done to accommodate as many diners as possible. Do not expect the usual Italian meal. Do not go hungry because no one leaves with a doggie bag. A side of asparagus consisted of 4 small spears for $10. A lot of fish on the menu. New to me, balsamic drizzled on top of your vanilla gelato as dessert. The "special" guava cheesecake was special because it consisted of pastry shells with whipped cream not a forkful of cheesecake to be found. Food was good, service was excellent, most interesting interpretation of Italian fusion.

Rustico was a really wonderful dining experience. From the moment we sat down, the atmosphere felt…read morerelaxed and welcoming, and the service made the evening especially enjoyable! The bread service was fantastic. The tomato focaccia and the baguette were both excellent and I had to remind myself not to fill up on it before the main meal! LOL! We started with the calamari which was very well seasoned and clearly not the typical frozen version you often see from foodservice distributors. It tasted fresh, was crispy, and well prepared. For dinner I ordered the margherita pizza which was simple and delicious. I ended up ordering a second one to-go for my partner who couldn't make it to dinner. He also loved it - even after it sat for ~30 min or so while we chatted more, then drove home to the Maywood area. I would imagine their delivery is pretty good based on that! My mom had the rigatoni vodka with added crumbled Italian sausage which she loved, and my dad ordered the Marcelino. He loved the generous amount of seafood and how well seasoned it was. My parents are big wine drinkers and my dad was especially impressed with the wine list and the selection available. Oscar was an incredible server!! He struck the perfect balance of being attentive while still letting us enjoy a relaxed, unhurried evening. The support staff and food runners were also fantastic and very friendly, making the entire service experience feel polished! I also loved the kitchen was more open which gives you confidence in the quality and care that goes into the food. The dining space is inviting with a nice bar area and an additional room that looks perfect for busy nights or private gatherings. Overall a great restaurant that we would absolutely return to!!

Server was very attentive, so service was good Sadly the…read morelambchops and the ribeye were over cooked, server offered to have the chops and steak replaced to the right temperature my friends said no, it's ok so it's on them. My chicken was very good and tender Appetizers were excellent mussels, carpaccio and the grilled octopus Desserts were on the house since the chops and ribeye were overcooked The pistachio cheese cake and lava cake ... yummy We'll be back

The "worst" thing about Freddy's is that they are cash only. With a wink and a nod, I understand…read moreWHY Freddy's is a cash-only establishment, but this is the only place I've eaten at in Chicagoland this year where I needed to show up with something larger than a $20 bill to feed my family and need cash. If you can get past that part, Freddy's is a must. Solid subs--we did an Italian and a meatball--and the gelato/ice cream situation is ridiculous. Be sure to check your visit timings; for example, right now they are closed for a two-week stretch, I assume for staff vacations, and the hours are limited, because they are an Italian pizza/sub shop and like the ones in the city, they are not open late. But I like the back patio to extend eating space in the summer time, and people can usually move through quickly if they are just ordering the basics. The shop, featuring loads of Italian sundry goods and pasta items, works too...for those living near Freddy's that are missing spots like Bari or the other sub shops on Grand, or The Italian Store in the DC area, Freddy's checks every box.

Came in yesterday for the first time ever. I was super overwhelmed because they have so many good…read morethings. They have freshly baked bread and a lot of Italian food, ingredients and cooked food. I had just had dinner but I was so tempted to get some risotto or an arancini. The workers are very helpful and knowledgeable. We got a loaf of bread, sausage, cheese, olives, a slice of pizza, and 2 gelatos. If I was hungry I would have ordered a lot more because everything looked so delicious behind the counter. The gelato was so delicious! I really wish I had gotten the Italian ice though because it was so hot outside and it would have hit the spot. I would definitely return as I'd like to get pasta and some of their homemade pasta sauce.

Whenever I have a special occasion or I have guests in from out of town, I always bring them to…read morethis restaurant. It's definitely such a great look for Berwyn because the food and service is such great quality. I have had several things here and I believe the menu is constantly rotating so you won't get the same thing twice. I definitely recommend if you are looking to take someone to a really nice dinner.

Except for our waiter commenting that my group lived on the poor side of Oak Park, this place was…read moreexcellent. The shrimp and Neevik were particularly outstanding. For the mezcal lovers among us, the Flamma is **fire.** If I can scrounge up enough pennies to return, I will.

We recently ate there for the first time. They handled my daughter's extensive food allergies very…read morewell. I ordered the 8 Fingers Cavatelli con Salsiccia and can't stop raving about it! It came to the table hot, which is important to me, and the flavor was outstanding. I only regret that I don't live closer or I would be there a lot. The service was good, everyone was very helpful. I'd drive to Oak Park just to have dinner the food was that good.

Il Vicolo is an Italian restaurant located directly on Oak Park Avenue, with views of the local…read moreshops, etc. Currently, the entire street is under construction, so you need to park nearby and walk, keeping in mind there will be dust and rocky streets to navigate. The restaurant had a casual cozy ambience and the service was excellent. A great variety of lunch specials are on offer; however, the portions are quite small, but you can order from the dinner menu if preferred. The pasta entrees were all delicious, the sauce was flavorful, the pasta al dente, the meatballs were ample and well-seasoned; however, the bread tasted a bit stale. This cozy spot is worth a try!

Updated 12/2025 after ordering catering:…read more We recently used Tre Sorelle for catering for our Christmas party, and it was absolutely fabulous. The food was just as high quality as it is when ordering individual meals, which is not always the case with catering. Everything was prepared perfectly, packaged well, and ready on time, making hosting completely stress free. Guests loved the food and several people asked where it was from. The service and communication were excellent, and it reinforced why we keep coming back. Tre Sorelle truly delivers whether it is dine in, takeout, or catering.

It wasn't bad (I guess?) but just ....strange…read more I went specifically for happy hour, hoping to avoid traffic on my way back to the city. Walked in to an empty restaurant and asked to sit at the bar. Front of house staff was confused but obliged. Bartender is very overwhelmed making drinks for a table on the patio. I'm in absolutely no hurry, so I wait. Eventually another bartender came over, asked for my order and I asked to see a drink menu. He comes back, I ask him about happy hour specials and he wanders away saying "appetizers...." I pulled up the website and saw that the happy hour is actually really good!!! Half off apps and $8 wine. I order Pinot Grigio, baked goat cheese, and calamari. Here's how it went: -Wine was 100% a Chardonnay. I tried to drink it but I really, really couldn't. -Baked goat cheese. Sauce and cheese had flavor, pesto on the bread did not. Not a huge problem but I did notice. -Fried calamari. SIGH. As rubbery as one can get and kind of tasted like the fryer oil needed to be changed. I packaged it up to go (I think I felt too embarrassed to leave a full plate), but threw it away before I got to the car. All in all, I think it could have been good. Maybe I came on the wrong day? Staffing was weird? A little 'off' from what I would expect from a place with white tablecloths in the dining room.

AMAZINGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG 10/10 the food was so good omg i loved it so much and the service is…read moreamazing too i'm not sure of her name but the waitress with the beautiful pink hair was so sweet and helpful!!! love this place. the outside seating is so beautiful too.

Not sure why this lovely little spot in Oak Park doesn't have 5 stars. I had a delightful meal with…read moremy family. Restaurant is super cozy with fun vibes in the air. We had a couple of the pastas between us, with the shells country style being the standout star. My son had the Hockeytown pizza and that was delish too. Our dinner took a little longer than usual, but we didn't complain at all and they still brought us complementary desert and another one on the house. Totally unexpected but that's how you bring people back. Superb customer service and great food. Well done!