My friend had been wanting to come to this place for a long time. I decided to treat her to here. Our waiter was poor. No urgency. The guy seems like he didn't want to be there that day (Monday, 2pm). He didn't keep his mask on throughout the experience. My mother says if you don't feel well, stay home. Don't subject the world to your bad attitude. Other than that, great tasting food. Excellent complimentary bread. I got the chicken vesuvio. Very good dish. It is so good that I saw three others with the same dish! Large portion, meal was piping hot, very good flavor. My plate was completely empty afterwards. Nice ambience. I hope to return for two reasons: 1) Try more dishes, 2) get a different waiter! read more

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Our first time at Rosebud in Naperville but definitely not our last. Great food, from the grilled calamari to the veal braciole. Ricotta cheesecake? Amazing. Service was timely and attentive. Nice energy level inside. read more

Our pasta was rotten and we got sick from it. The noodles were also different from the last time we ordered. read more

Rosebud Naperville - 8 Finger Cavatelli Arrabiata - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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Visited on a Saturday night. Environment: Fair. It was very loud and tables were very close to each other. We had eight people in our party and it was almost impossible to hear the person next to you unless they were looking directly at you. Forget hearing anyone not next to you. Food: Marginal. Had Spaghetti Primavera with chicken. The chicken was very dry. Squash was mushy and carrots too crunchy. Was supposed to be in a garlic and olive oil sauce - no garlic or olive oil. Virtually no flavor. After a few bites, I stopped trying eat what was a poorly prepared dish. It may be an anomaly. Service: Poor. Server did not know their own specials and had to look at the special menu. Even then, his description was poor. Two of the drinks were wrong and the server had no idea what the drinks were supposed to look like. I was at one end of the table. No fewer than 6 times the server served something by reaching across me - when there was room to take two steps to go around. He also spilled water on one of the people in our party while trying to refill a water glass. Had to ask for used dishes from salads to be taken away when the entree was served. Unfortunately, I will not be returning to this restaurant. read more

The prices are a bit high and the food is okay. The hostess is friendly but also edgy...I'm pretty sure she is in the mafia :) I ordered take and was told no at first but she changed her mind and allowed me to order and wait at the bar for foods to be prepared. The chicken parm was HUGE!! It came with pasta and some bread although a super small heel and one other slice which was disappointing. I couldn't eat it all but I tried! Will be back and will try other items on the menu for sure. I like the idea of food and the risk of being assaulted by the hostess (joking...kind of)! :) read more

We had occasion to be Naperville last evening. Didn't have an idea where we were going to eat. The construction down there is killing the businesses. I told my husband to pull in. We got there early for dinner so we figured we could get in. My husband had never been there so it was decided. He was so happy we did. I tried a raspberry mule. Great choice, my husband finished his beer so he could get one too. The hostess fixed another drink with honey whiskey and lemonade. Bill saw veal braciola on the menu. Most Italian restaurants don't serve. I had baked ziti. It was fabulous. The service was outstanding. Don't let the construction hold you back. It's worth it. We plan on going back soon. read more

We were excited to finally dine out during COVID. Before you give me the wrath for dining out during COVID, let me proudly say that all indoor dining CDC requirements were adhered by the restaurant staff at all times - proper table distance, masks, paperless menus... they are doing what they can to survive and I'm happy to support them. My boyfriend is GF so they do have that as a pasta option which is awesome. He got the special for the evening - gameli pasta (GF penne substitute) with shrimp, asparagus, sundries tomatoes, spinach wrapped in a creamy sauce with a small kick of pepper flakes. I ate the linguini with clams (red sauce instead of white - you get the option) and it was excellent! Both dishes were very generous with portions so unbutton that top pant button! Service was great as well. Our server Lorenzo was kind and attentive. I'm 100% Italian so I'm picky when it comes to Italian restaurants. Food was good and this restaurant is a great spot in downtown Naperville. We're hoping places like this make it through the madness - we'd gladly be back especially for indoor dining during cold, Chicago winters! read more

Rosebud Naperville - special for the evening - GF pasta with shrimp, spinach, asparagus, sundried tomatoes - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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I love Rosebud. I love their food, but to my shock and horror there's no longer cavatelli nor 8-finger baked cavatelli on the menu. That's a travesty! Mr. Dana you need to have that available again ASAP! Cavatelli is my favorite No restaurant serves it. That's the one huge thing I loved about Rosebud. Please I'm begging you bring it back. Also your staff is awesome, especially Nina behind the bar is outstanding. read more

So went there to celebrate the kids birthday and everything was perfect. I'm surprised by any of the negative reviews as I'm positive on this place and I'm usually very critical Service - Excellent Called ahead for a party of 10 and they were super accommodating. Making sure that the kids had a fun experience From the hostess to The waiter the service was prompt and friendly. The manager also came by to check on us a few times. Food - Excellent I tied the stuffed mushrooms, calamari, veal piccata and eggplant parmegna. All of it was really tasty and full of flavor. Beer veal piccata I have had. I'm not a vegetarian but was surprised with how good the vegetarian options tasted. Value - Great Your going to pay downtown Naperville prices which was around $50 per person for us with a generous tip. But the food portions are huge. I was the only one to finish my dinner. But I had a light lunch and intense workout Overall Got there when you are craving Italian and have a good time. read more

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I've been into this Rosebud's a few times however tonight was the experience that I felt I had to write a review of. I've always had exceptional food and service here which is why I decided to celebrate my birthday there solo this year. The bartender was so kind and the manager even asked if I was celebrating anything, found out it was my birthday and brought my out a cake. The cake was even lit with a candle! Rosebuds made today so special especially with just moving here from across the country and my husband traveling. Thank you Rosebuds, I'll continue to come back! read more

Rosebud Naperville - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Our 1st time there. The Old fashioned was delicious! We ordered stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer, and it was the best I've ever had. We could order just that and a salad as a meal. The chicken parm was HUGE! Enough for 2, actually. The flavor was superb. Lightly battered, and the marinara was very flavorful. We will be repeat customers for sure. read more

Absolutely love Rosebud for amazing Italian food! I tried their margarita pizza and 3 types of pasta- my favorite pasta was the seafood one with clams and white wine sauce. It's a bit on the pricier side but you can definitely taste the quality. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes. read more

Rosebud Naperville - Margherita Pizza - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

This place is just alright, plates are very expensive, our server wasn't very mindful of our needs, and the food was good, but not anything out if this world. You're paying for the location and amenities around the restaurant. Dinner for 2 topped near $90 w/ tax and a 12% tip... And that's with no alcohol?! That's 2 tap waters, one app, $18, 2 middle of the road entrees (Grandma's Gravy $25 & Spaghetti & Meatballs $18!!!) ***And yes, they do get more expensive...*** And Dessert (2 mediocre Canoli), idk about this place, I've had better experiences at Biagis and Lil Pops, better food, service, and prices. Maybe I had an off night experience (Monday night around 8pm) but still, shouldn't they work harder to entertain the smaller crowds who might be dining there for the first time like my date and I were? read more

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Got carryout from this place yesterday for the first time. Positives 1) Best fried calamari I've ever had. 2) Large, generous portions of everything that was ordered. Negatives 1) After getting home, I noticed that I was charged a $2.00 surcharge (I don't know for what). I read some of their Yelp reviews and saw that you can ask for it to be removed, which I wish I knew beforehand. 2) I ordered coconut cake (and the receipt said coconut cake) but was given chocolate cake with no explanation or apology. An overall good experience and I would go again but I would ask for the $2.00 surcharge to be removed before paying. read more

Had a horrible dinner here tonight. We were a party of 3 and arrived @ 7:40pm. Our food was served to us by 8:10pm. The place closes at 10:00pm on Sundays and we were rushed out of the establishment an hour and a half ahead of time. The waitress came to our table within 30 minutes of eating to ask if we wanted a box. The busboy took the candle off the table while we were still eating, and they began turning the lights off right after. All of this happened while the manager was within eyesight. Just because we were the last reservation they had and the last customers in the restaurant because it was slow doesn't give them the right to rush anyone out. Especially for the amount of money you pay just to eat there. We had terrible service and when the service is bad the food is not as enjoyable. We will never return here nor recommend ANY of our friends to eat at this establishment. read more

We miss the old location and cozy ambiance. The new location is too open, and noisy. Plus - too many tables for the space. So we felt jammed in. Food was average. Prices were high. We weren't rushed at all. Service was fine. Sad to say we probably won't be going again. read more

Ate at Rosebud in Naperville for the first time in a couple years last night. Service was fantastic, ambiance great, our server was top-notch. Food seemed to have changed a bit from what I remembered. Ate late so just ordered apps. Baked clams were about the size of a teaspoon. There were seven of them for $19. Absolutely not worth it. I ate them because that was all I ordered for myself, but there was literally nothing to them. The meat in each clam was about the third of the size of a dime, if that, with breading on top. Worth maybe $6, but definitely not $19. We ordered Arancini for her that I also tried a couple bites of. It was ok but the sauce reminded me of SpaghettiOs. We got the jumbo shrimp, but I didn't try those so I can't speculate but she said they were just ok. The only good thing we ordered was the coffee and the tiramisu. I will go there again for dessert, but that would probably be it. It seemed the quality has dropped since our last visit. read more

Rosebud Naperville - Baked Clams - Skip - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Had to leave due to horrible service. It's strange because we sat at the bar specifically because of this person's service in the past. Waited to order drinks despite being the only ones sitting at the bar. This because bartender was holding story time with a waitress and then a manager. We came in ahead of the rush so it was like no one was working yet. After waiting and waiting to order, the drinks were made wrong. When I brought it up, she told me I ordered something different. Sure, different from what I always order: Then literally said I was inconveniencing her. This place is special to me and my family and it's very disheartening to see the manager and the staff so woefully inattentive to their customer. Good luck Rosebud. read more

I placed an order for carry out and they served us stuffed mushrooms that were so burnt that they are inedible. I called the restaurant and did not even receive an apology. They told me to call Toast, who we ordered from. They took no responsibility and were not sorry at all. Someone owes me a refund if $18. read more

Rosebud Naperville - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Rosebud was a wonderful experience! We were able to celebrate my brothers birthday during COVID and it really felt special. Our waiter, Julian was excellent. He was extremely accommodating on my brothers special diet and we were able to get a custom gluten and dairy free pasta. The complimentary bread was delicious and warm. The 8 finger cavatelli was rich and full of spices. Was overall impressed especially with level of service and details! read more

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Good food but their up charges are kinda crazy. $4 to get Alfredo sauce vs marinara sauce is kinda crazy. read more

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What an unexpected gem in the center of Naperville. I was there for a dinner with friends. Not sure what to expect, I proceeded cautiously... Staff was very friendly and provided super service. The menu looked comprehensive but I had some support form the others at the table, and the waitress was super. The starter was the specialty aubergine salad and it was a huge hit. the layers were thoughtfully stacked for presentation but also gave a nice blend of tastes from the greens to the mozzarella. Entrees were really large - none of us was able to finish the meal so it was taken to nibble at later... The chicken masala was very nicely cooked and filled a really large plate. The pork chop was also delightful and even though I am not huge on the sweet stuff on it, there was a good combo. The Mama Pasta may or may not have been on the menu but it was served on request. I thoroughly enjoyed the lamb chops. They were cooked just like i asked (medium rare) and the sauces were just right, not overpowering the taste of the lamb. Delightful. I recommend this place. read more

We went here for Valentine's Day because we had a gift card and we really enjoyed it! We had a 6:30 reservation and they were running behind so we were not seated until 6:45, that was really the only negative of the night. We started with some wine, we ordered a red but the waiter gave us a recommendation that a similar bottle was a much better value, $55 at the restaurant but it's $32.99 at ninny's and $80 at his last restaurant, which means great value since they usually charge at least 2-4x store prices. We actually saw the bottle later at binnys and he was spot on! And the wine was good! Great service. We also got the spicy calamari over the regular calamari per his recommendation and really enjoyed it. Never had a fried calamari in a spicy soupy sauce with hot peppers so it was different but really good. Girlfriend got the 8 finger cavatelli which she really enjoyed and I got the Grandmas gravy dish which was very good with super tender meat. Overall a great meal with really good service. One note is the prices may seem high. But the portions are massive. We had full meal sized leftovers of all 3 dishes. So when you think of it as dinner and lunch it's a good deal. read more

Rosebud Naperville - Grandmas gravy , spicy calamari leftovers and 8-Finger Cavatelli Dinner - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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Absolutely delicious. Portions are huge! Well seasoned, tasty tasty food. Nice service, money well spent!!!!

Came here with a group of high school friends. We had a reservation and got seated right away. The bread is chewy and complimentary and they give you plenty of olive oil and Parmesan. 8 Finger Cavatelli was really flavorful. I thought this would be cheesy but it was more like chicken dumpling soup. I spooned in plenty of Parmesan and it got so glossy and good. This was also plenty for two people. read more

Came with a group of four for a late lunch on a weekend. The ambience is nice. We were quickly seated. The server was very nice and speedy. Ordered three pastas and an appetizer to share. Calamari appetizers was good. A good portion for 4 to share. The lemon was hard to juice but the sauce was tart enough to balance the deep fried outer layer. Our three pastas were: daily special shrimp linguine, square noodles and fusilli arrabbiata. The linguine was really good - white creamy sauce that stuck to the linguine and shrimp with no extra soupy leftovers. The square noodles were an interesting texture and shape - almost like wonton skins - smooth and thin. The over all taste wasn't outstanding though. A simple thick tomato soup. Fusilli arrabbiata was also similar with less soupy-ness and a nice spicy kick. It wasn't at all 'spicy' but had a nice red pepper flavor. Looking back, definitely would have switched one of the pastas out for a house salad. There was basically no veggies in the entire meal outside of tomato sauce and basil. Overall portion size is great for large groups and sharing. read more

Rosebud Naperville - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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I was there Last night, and glad I made it in time before the remodel. Staff was amazing and upbeat, food was fantastic, and when the manager Scott came to check in and see how the food was, we struck up a conversation since it was our first time, and when he told us about the remodel and how he can't wait to see us when it is complete we plan to be the first ones in line to get in!! We can't wait to be back and chat with the staff and management about the changes! read more

The environment is ok. I also have a fire wood oven pizzeria and I like to go around trying pizzas when I travel. They had great wine from Mendoza Argentina and the salad was great as was the crème brûleé I ordered BUT the pizza, was not the best. I've been to third World countries that have way better pizza than their's. Do I recommend? Maybe If you're looking for a worldclass fire wood oven pizza experience and a taste of well prepared pizza, this isn't the place for you. If you'd like a good place in a pintoresque town with great service and amazing wine and you don't mind a mediocre pizza, then yes. In all fairness, the people in charge of my service were amazing. It kinda makes up for the 1 out of 5 stars pizza they serve. read more

Absolutely enormous portions for a good price! Bread is complimentary. Most entrees (if not all) are a la carte, but expect to have leftovers! We had chicken parm with a side of pink pasta and lasagna- there is no physical way we could have eaten it all. Service is exceptional and food came out quick. Recommend getting dessert- we did not this past time but they could probably feed a family of 4 at the least. 10/10! read more

We loved the ambience on the inside! Very clean too! The waiter was great but our drinks took a long time but by looking the bartender wasn't busy either so not sure what it was so long. The waiter did apologize for the long wait. The short ribs we ordered were very dry and not just falling apart. The mashed potatoes tasted old as well. The pasta dish we ordered was very tasty. read more

2 chicken dishes, 2 sodas, and 1 cocktail. $125.00 with tip. Food was mediocre at best. One and Done!!!

Sooo yummy, portion sizes were great. Our waitress was super nice. Just note it did take 30 min to find parking, it's all torn up and under construction right now. But food was delicious. read more

Rosebud Naperville - Rigatoni Vodka - Italian Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

My family and I were celebrating my nephews graduation from engineering school and new job at Blue Origin Aerospace. We had a table of 9. Joe was our server and did an excellent job. Amber Auten the manager of Rosebud came to our table. She helped out and took our drink order. Amber was awesome as well. The next big event I have will be at Rosebud in Naperville. I would highly recommend Rosebud in Naperville. Glenn Fischer read more

Noise level extremely high, don't go expecting to have a conversation with anyone. Food good, not great, generic Italian for the Chicago area. Service was exceptional, congratulations to management. read more

Took my wife here for our 32nd anniversary dinner. What a great experience!! From the host all the way through dessert- we were treated like royalty! Drinks and appetizers came very fast. Our entrees, fettuccine Alfredo for her and veal for me, we're BOTH impeccable! In this nutty Covid era - the team at Rosebud should be commended for their attention to detail. And on a busy Friday night too! Kudos! read more

Great food and service. Loved sitting at the bar and enjoying a wonderful meal. Portion sizes are clearly large enough to share.

Came here yesterday and the ambiance was great! The servers were wonderful, and i come specifically for the fried calamari! The portions are okay for the price(but it's a lot of carbs so very filling), and the free bread is amazing too. I saw a deal for 25% off for college students on Mondays! read more

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You probably need to hire some politer children to work the hostess stand. Ample parking Tons of seating but per the child at the hostess stand you need a reservation Dissatisfaction with staff at hostess stand read more

A fairly tired version of the classic restaurant. I have not been back to Rosebud for a few years. Just went there again. The service was mediocre, the food likewise and it was very expensive. My meal was super fresh, extremely well cooked and served hot. But the preparation was nothing more than a chicken breast with bland sauce poured on top. This was what I expect at Olive Garden not here. read more

We went to rosebuds in Naperville four star service food was fabulous would go again you must try it. read more

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