Tiramisu was AMAZING. We were very hesitant about our order only because we wanted to try everything. We asked for recommendations and everything was amazing. I personally really wanted to try the focaccia with ricotta but we ended up giving that up because we had ordered too many dishes already. But then we were offered one on the house! That was honestly the best appetizer of the night and I am so happy that I got to try it. This place is honestly so popular with so many customers. It's casual yet very cute for date night. You will have to wait to be seated on most of the nights but it will be worth your visit! read more

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I came here slap happy and buzzed (NEVER sloppy) and the staff took care of us with kindness and patience. We left it up to them to pick what to order and it was absolutely delicious. Small and cozy restaurant with fresh pasta ready to go. This place was packed AKA its a great spot. The focaccia bread was heaven - soft and seriously divine. The pasta has a lot of love in it, so good! This was my first time there and I'll definitely be coming back to try more. read more

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TLDR; Most relaxing outdoor meal in Chicago accompanied with beautiful live music! This is the first time I've ever had an Authentic Italian noodle experience. Not just a meal, but a true experience. I was walking by when I saw the live violinist & accordionist (La Tosca? They perform at Tortella every Monday & Tuesday). And then saw the live pasta making through the window and decided I needed dinner here. I didn't know what to get but the Squid Ink Bucatini & Prawns was calling my name. Even the cashier was telling me that it was his favorite dish. So I ordered it and took my number to an empty outside table to listen to the music. It was a gorgeous, fairy light lit patio with such a lovely ambiance for the night. The dish itself was so delicious & aesthetically pleasing with the black noodles! The prawns were humongous. I would love to come back here again on Monday & Tuesday for date night! Or even just to hangout with one of my girlfriends ! read more

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I came with a large group (15 people) for my birthday, and very thankful that they were able to accomodate all of us in their small space. The staff was super friendly and patient with us, taking the time to answer questions from a number of us. In terms of their food, I really enjoyed my experience. I love any restaurant that values artisanal craftsmanship and the use of fresh and high quality ingredients, which Tortello definitely delivers on. The focaccia is a must order-- it comes out so fluffy and moist. My pasta was also cooked perfectly al dente. The only thing that could improve my experience, is if their menu offered a little more variety. I ordered the Busiate alla Puttanesca and all it included was garlic, capers, and olives. I personally like some veg or meat in my pasta dishes, but I guess they want the pasta to speak for itself-- which it did do from my experience, so maybe mission accomplished! I love that they also sell their pasta. You can either purchase directly from their store, or at participating grocery stores nearby. I got my hands on a few of them via Foxtrot, and was able to incorporate my choice of veg and meat from my own kitchen, and it was phenomenal! You can really taste the difference when you cook with fresh pasta! The last thing I'll touch on is the ambience. I love the smaller space as it makes it feel very personable. I also love that you can see the pasta maker right from the dining area, or even from outside through the window. It makes you feel more connected to your food in a way, and I love that! read more

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I have walked last this place so many times and you can always see the pasta being made fresh by hand. I've bought pasta to take home but I finally made it for dinner. It's a counter service ordering and the food comes out efficiently. But it's still a place you can stay for a few a glasses of wine on the patio. The food was all fantastic. The burrata was delicious and creamy with sun dried tomatoes around the bottom with some crunch for texture. The octopus salad was also executed extremely well. The octopus was tender who h isn't easy. It was a tasty light salad. The handmade tagliatelle with beef ragu was a well balanced sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. We were never rushed even though we took our time. This is a perfect spot for a small group or date night especially if the weather allows you to enjoy the patio. read more

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I cannot speak highly enough about Tortello. It's truly one of my favorite neighborhood spots. The customer service is second to none and the product quality is consistently delicious. Every pasta dish tastes so fresh, you're literally watching them make it all day. They utilize the vegetables in season and as much as I adore their entire menu- the specials they offer are some of my all time favorite meals there. The menu as a whole, from the starters to the dessert- I can genuinely say I've never had a bad meal there. I love taking my out of town visitors there for dinner, it's always a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Don't be discouraged by the wait times- long waits are worth the wait at Tortello. Oh, and do yourself a favor- don't sleep on the tiramisu! It's 10/10 read more

Tortello - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Obsessed with Tortello ! I love the new patio it's sooo nice ! The owner Dario is so great and always makes you feel welcome. He remembers all his customers which is so nice. Love the weekly specials and also the take home kits are great to make the pasta at home! read more

Tortello - Tortelli & weekly special - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My god this place was fantastic. Came here on a Monday night for dinner around 8pm. Turns out we ordered the last tortelli di burrata and I'm so happy we did because it was excellent. The pasta is clearly homemade and the cheese was excellent quality (could've been homemade for all I know). Focaccia, Ricotta, Honey: bread came out fluffy and warm and the ricotta/honey mixture melted on top. Flavor was out of this world. If you come here, get this for the table. But you might end up wishing you got a whole order for yourself. Tortelli di Burrata: this is their signature dish and it's a MUST. The flavors come together with the salty and gooey burrata in a way I have yet to experience elsewhere. The toasted hazelnuts added volumes as well. Cacio e Pepe: tasty. This is a pretty standard dish so it didn't surprise me or anything, but still was great. It was also cool to see you can buy fresh-made pasta to cook at home. In fact they have a place where you can do custom orders for a pasta. If there was only 1 knock, it's that I wish there was a larger menu. This is my first time here so maybe they cycle some dishes throughout the year? But for this experience, everything was new and delicious. I'll definitely be back again. read more

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They serve breakfast pastries on the weekends 8am-2pm (whenever pastries sell out). I got the Nutella croissant and it was 10/10. Flavorful, light, and sweet! For dinner, I got the classic Tina and Focaccia. It was pleasant, but not the best pasta I've had. In this restaurant, you order at the counter and they bring you your food. It seems fancier with all the outside decor, but there are no servers waiting on you. read more

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Tortello made me come back to Yelp because it was THAT good. No reservations so we walked in and our number was put on a list and we were given a table within 30 min! The owner took our order and was so kind and friendly!! To start we ordered focaccia which was incredible. Warm, soft and a bit of a crunch paired with their honey ricotta - quite literally chefs kiss! Fennel, celery and orange salad was next and it was so fresh, fragrant and had a touch of sweetness. Two pasta orders, signature Tortelli di Burrata (the mix of sage and butter with the burrata was delectable) & chiusoni ala gallurese (perfectly rationed flavors with the sauce, sausage, onions and cream) The space is small, homey and inviting. The pasta window brings a small town feel. We will be back! read more

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Tortello is one of my favorite neighborhood spots to pick up food or order delivery from. Their pastas are so fresh and delicious. I usually always get the burrata appetizer, and the signature tortelli di burrata. I've also tried the cacio e Pepe and spaghetti straciatella, all the pastas are so good. My only caveat about this restaurant is that I'll only order for pickup or delivery. I find the way they have the restaurant situated to be extremely inconvenient and inefficient. The interior is pretty tiny and packed, so there's usually a long wait. And once you do get called in for a seat, you order at the register, then sit down at your table. Ordering at the register creates a big line of people and it's just so tight in there, it's anxiety inducing, and just not the best way to do things imo. It's better in the warmer months when they have outdoor seating. I do love the food here, but will never eat there due to how stressful it is, so carry out/delivery it is! Also, the portions are quite small, esp considering the high prices. So to me, this is a good spot to order delivery from on special occasions. Parking on Division stinks so plan ahead for that. read more

Went here for lunch. The menu is very limited with virtually little protein except cheese in the dishes. The cicio e pepe pasta was very chewy almost like rubber. The tagliattelle tina was ok. You only get the the main dish nothing more. I would not return, for the menu the price charged was too much, I expected the dishes to be exceptional. read more

The place is extremely cute. You can see the cooks making fresh pasta, and even though you can't make a reservation, we were able to find a place very easily. The servers are friendly and accommodating. The eggplant salad is a solid 9/10. Would definitely recommend. However, all of the pasta dishes were kind of underwhelming. They mostly lacked seasoning, and there was really no wow factor to them.. not sure if I would come back. read more

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Truly Italian. If you love fresh pasta, this is the place. If you love an interactive experience, come early and sit by the window and you can watch the pasta being made. It's absolutely divine. I loved their ricotta over fresh focaccia. Their carbonara is perfectly cooked and the sauces for their ragu will make you crave for more. The ambiance is a casual romantic setting. Great for a first date or any date. I'd even go there alone bc the food is just SO GOOD. Highly recommend. read more

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Food, atmosphere, everything is just pure perfection. Owner is great. Looking forward to my next dinner there

I was so excited when I finally got the chance to come here. I had no idea coming in what the restaurant was like but was surprised in the best way possible. A little confusing if it's your first time visiting, but you wait in a line and order at the counter. They give you a number and sit down where they serve you. Definitely not the upscale Italian restaurant vibe I had anticipated. I opted for the duck pappardelle and focaccia with honey ricotta. It came out looking over cooked but it was fantastic and nothing of the sort. The bread was also fabulous. Service was good too. Looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu. read more

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We went to Tortello for the first time a few years ago and have never looked back. Hands-down, one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. Dario the owner is awesome and the whole place is run really well. The food is EXCELLENT. A perfect menu and everything is so fresh and delicious. A little pricey but so worth it because you can taste the care put into each dish. The interior and ambiance of the restaurant is very cool and European, and they have an amazing outdoor patio often with a live band. It's the best best best!!!! read more

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Tortello has phenomenal pasta and breads! The vibe is pretty casual with bumping music and booth/chair seating. When it's a full house you'll be pretty close to your neighbors but the loud music muffles the sound of other people's conversations. I 100% recommend the foccacia with ricotta honey. The bread has flakes of salt and rosemary, and the ricotta is super smooth. I ordered the spaghetti and cacio e pepe. The spaghetti pomodoro was fantastic, great tomato sauce and stracciatella cheese. The cacio e pepe was a bit on the harder side but the flavor was good. It was about a 30-40 min wait to get a table on Friday at 6pm. read more

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This is my go to Italian spot in the city. Their pasta is so thoughtfully made yet lets the simplicity of Italian ingredients shine through. Everything is made in house and is fresh. Their stand out dishes are the spaghetti stracciatella and their signature tortelli di burrata. Their tiramisu is alcohol free and is one of the best I've had. I usually take one container to go to enjoy for later. Check this place out if you're in the Wicker Park/Noble Square area! read more

Tortello - Spaghetti pomodoro - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

went here a few weeks ago then woke up in a sweat remembering how incredible this place was my girlfriends besties took me here when she was out of town the ravioli here made me understand the core themes of Ratatouille 10/10 bringing my mom here soon read more

Tortello - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A good handmade pasta is always a weakness for moi. I'm into carbs and LOVE ALL forms of carby, well made breads and pasta....If done right. You may think carbs are unhealthy? I beg to differ. A well-made carb is delicious and good, if it's not made with synthetic mass produced ingredients. So when I walked by Tortello featuring a sfoligno making home pasta in the window, I hadda go in. The owners are from Venice and was immediately treated to a survey of their products all handmade and the sauces they put over these morsels of heaven. . The concept is a walk up. Order at the counter, find a table outside (not during Covid, its takeout only today until the city eases up) and paste are bussed to your table. I loved it so much here I went back. Why their pastas are definitely way better tasting and made better than the famous Italian provider in downtown that sounds like a Euro country. Tried some very well made pastas and desserts here for sure. This. Come here. Prices are fair. Wish the menu had more sauces, not complaining, just wishing. Is it done right here? OHY!!! read more

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Service was ok. Ragu 9/10 cacio e pepe was very bad 3/10 entrance was delicious and fresh 10/10 overall a good experience. Not remarkable. Fair price for a dinner for two. Not really a place for a date.. The place has too many tables. Good wine. read more

everything was perfect, service was perfect, food was delicious, and calm environment. 100% recommend

We ordered a couple different things here starting with the Focaccia Ricotta & Honey and Fennel, Celery and Orange salad. Amazing focaccia and the combination of the ricotta with honey was heaven. Focaccia was soft and warm. The fennel, celery and orange salad had a great flavor; the fennel was not overpowering yet allowing it to shine on its own. For pastas, I ordered (or shall I say was forced to order; more on that later) the Tagliattelle Tina. Pasta itself was cooked well; al dente but I've never cared for this pasta. The sauce was way too salty for my taste. The rest of my group ordered (again seems like were sort of forced into) 2 Cacio e Pepes and 2 aglio e olios. Why would 3 people order this much? I think we need a little common sense to ask that question. In any case, the cacio e pepe was packed to go so don't know much about that but the aglio e olios was cooked wonderfully. The spaghetti was al dente and there was a good use of garlic which was awesome. The dish however was grossly under salted. So the 3 stars honestly is for the less than stellar flavors here. While I'm not holding the following to rate the restaurant, I do feel I got to say this here; the attitude of the guy taking the order was plain rude. I requested my wife that I'll have the spaghetti but with the Tina sauce (I am not a fan of some of the other pastas they had). I then went out to hold onto a table for the 3 of us. The ladies come back and tell me what went down and after asking several specific questions of them since I did not see this first hand, I kind of put the pieces together. My wife was told by the guy behind the counter the pastas won't be substituted; that's fine. Only 3 things that really make that not ok. a. They had a sign (which I saw myself) that they indeed DO MAKE custom pastas. Although you do need to give a 48 hours notice but they do. So the statement he made to my wife next is well, you decide. b. "This is an Italian restaurant and we know what goes well together." Hmmmm, perhaps you are right Sir but we as foodies know what we 'like' and what you Sir 'know' goes together may not be something all your guests 'like' c. The attitude with which he spoke was just plain rude. While I completely understand that there are no substitutions (and there are plenty of places I've been to that don't do any substitutions and we never ask for any), there's a way in which this is communicated with class, not as a rude prick. Additionally, if you are so adamant about not substituting, a clear sign that has 3 simple words in CAPS that say: ABSOLUTLEY NO SUBSTITUTIONS should be there that is clearly visible. The dude seemed so confused that what the ladies actually wanted was 1 cacio e pepe and 1aglio e olios. NOT 2 of EACH. Yes, it's the ladies fault for not checking the bill when paying but I bring this here so the snark's attitude gets laid out here. Needless to say, I'm not interested in having Italian food "the way Tortello" knows it so won't be stepping foot here anymore. There are hundreds of Italian restaurants that do a way better job of the food (not to mention service) than this place. read more

I do not normally leave reviews but this place is a gem to say the least. A friend recommended it to me and we just had to try while visiting Chicago. The place is a well oiled machine. You are greeted at the door and we were given a wait time to order. Once inside it is so cute with people making pasta right in the front window! The owner was working to front and taking everyone's orders. He made some great recommendations and we ordered them all! It was the best pasta I have ever had and continue to think about! I highly recommend the signature Tortellini do burrata. It is not only beautifully made but melted in my mouth! I also enjoyed the roasted eggplant salad and their housemade tiramisu. I cannot wait to return to Chicago to eat here again! Dario Monni (owner) continued to check in our table to make sure we were having a great experience! read more

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There are not too many options for vegetarians. Portions are small, so I felt hungry after a meal. I have purchased fresh pasta and cooked for lunch next day. It was really good. read more

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Handmade pasta! It was so impressive to watch the guy at the front hand make the pastas. It was busy on a Sunday mid-afternoon, but we were able to get a table immediately. We did family style and ordered items to share. Eggplant Salad was fresh and light but tasty. The Ricotta & Honey was just sweet enough and smooth. All the pastas were great in its own way! read more

Tortello - Roasted Eggplant Salad, Focaccia Ricotta Honey - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Excellent service and great pasta! They have a variety of dishes to choose from. Seeing them make fresh pasta through the front window is a fun part of the experience. read more

This is by far one of my favorite pasta spots in the city. I love the small family restaurant vibes, the portions are perfect, and I've truly never had a bad meal here. read more

Came here for my roommate's birthday and everything we ordered was BOMB! We started with Champagne which immediately set the vibe for the night. Some focaccia came unprompted, thank goodness, because it was so good and fluffy, and I wouldn't have thought to order it on my own. I ordered the duck tagliatelle, which was just the right amount of heartiness and savoriness. I'd 100% order this again, but everything on the menu looked so good that I'll have to experiment a bit before coming back to this. read more

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Best homemade pasta in chicago. Wicker park is always a good neighborhood to explore.

Nate and I were wandering around Wicker Park on a sunny Saturday and I told him, "I don't want any more pasta," as I'd had dinner at Quartino Ristorante a couple nights earlier. Then I saw them making some kind of unique pasta shape* in the big front window at Tortello and got curious. We didn't stop in right then, but I looked up the restaurant and saw they had great Yelp reviews as well as a Michelin Bib Gourmand award... and then I was in. We went back and stood in line to order at the counter. The menu includes some starters, salads, pasta, and a couple desserts. We were planning on eating throughout the day so we just ordered one plate of cacio e pepe to share. We took a seat near the vespa light fixture above and watched with anticipation as amazing plates kept coming out of the kitchen window. After a few minutes of relaxing, our cacio e pepe arrived and I knew we made the right decision ordering it. The pasta was truly the best I've ever had, with the perfect texture and flavor. The cheesiness of the cacio e pepe was complemented by the pepper and the whole dish was the perfect level of sauciness. It was like mac and cheese for adults on steroids - my stomach is growling as I'm thinking about it. My only regret is that we didn't get two orders, it was that delicious. The portion was generous for the quality of food, and at $19 I thought it was very reasonably priced. There is a small grocery area at the front where you can buy imported cheese, hot sauce, jam, chocolate, tinned fish, olive oil, etc. They also sell fresh pasta to take home to make yourself, but I'll leave it up to the experts in the kitchen at Tortello. They were doing a lot of takeout orders, or you can get meal kits to make their pasta dishes at home. If I lived in this area I would no doubt be here regularly. The vibe inside was a bit crowded near the door with people lining up to order, coming in to pick up takeout, and servers running food out to the patio. I will 100% be coming back to Tortello and ordering a plate of cacio e pepe just for me. And probably the tortelli di burrata - their specialty giant tortellini filled with burrata cheese... YUM. If you're a pasta lover, Tortello will not disappoint. --- *I looked up the pasta shape they were making - it's called chiusoni and it's the most unique shape I've ever seen! And it was mesmerizing to watch them making it. read more

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The short haired hostess was pretty rude in explaining how the seating works. And definitely didn't get great service. Also there were lots of fruit flies (pictures included) read more

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Such a cute establishment for well made pasta. You order at the counter and they bring out the dishes. The noodles are fresh and have a nice chew. They offer a few different sauce options but not so many that it's overwhelming. My friend ordered the tagliatelle Tina (Ragu pasta) and thought it was just okay. My other friend got the busiate alla puttanesca and enjoyed very much but wish it came with proteins. I got the squid ink pasta with grilled shrimp and licked the plate clean. Everyone also enjoyed the fresh focaccia with ricotta and honey. I knocked off a star because the food was a bit hit or miss, and I've had better Italian pasta. read more

We got the Tortelli and the Foraccia w/ ricotta and honey. It was all delicious. It was all 5 stars. Highly recommend. I'll definitely be returning. read more

Tortello - Tortelli Foraccia w/ ricotta and honey - Pasta Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fast, casual, and authentic! The focaccia is soft, tangy, and crusty and pairs perfectly with the ricotta and honey which is creamy and sweet. The pasta is fresh and has a really nice chew to it! The Tagliatelle Tina was addicting!! We also tried their take home veggie lasagna which was absolutely delicious! read more

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I wish I could give Tortello a 3.5 because that's what I would rate it. The restaurant itself is very cute on the inside and I've always enjoyed walking by and seeing fresh pasta being made. I had been wanting to try this spot for a while and finally my boyfriend and I went. We were very hungry to say the least. We ordered the signature dish, the tortelli di burruta and the cacio e pepe. As soon as we got our plates, we instantly were a bit disappointed. Especially after paying $45 with no drinks. I can't lie and say the pasta wasn't delicious! We finished it very quickly and it sadly left me wanting so much more. The pastas were very good, but the portions left me annoyed and hungry. I'm really glad we got to try it and it was a very good meal. Yet I don't think i could justify the price point and rather cook fresh pasta at home or go to another restaurant. read more

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Great spot with fresh pasta cooked to perfection, cacio e Pepe was mind blowing. We had lunch on Saturday and were able to find a table very easily, they also serve drinks and coffee read more

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So cute, loved the atmosphere and decor! I came for dinner on a weeknight and was able to get a table for 6 without a problem (they don't do reservations). The outdoor patio seating also looks nice and spacious. Ordering is done at the counter from a menu projected on the wall. Interesting concept given the price point but I don't mind it! Pastas were really good but not as amazing as I had hoped for given all the raving reviews. I got the tagliatelle tina, which came with a delicious meat sauce and plenty of pasta. I wish the pasta was a little thicker/had more bite to it but enjoyed the dish a lot! Also tried the Cacio e Pepe (pasta was good but sauce was too salty), chiusoni (most interesting flavors!), and tortelli (amazing but pricey). Oh and also the ricotta/honey with focaccia which was sooo good!! Service is super nice and friendly! We brought a birthday cake from the bakery next door and they brought out extra plates and utensils for us to use to eat the cake and also sang along hahaha read more

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The pasta was outstanding especially the tortelli and tiramisu, and it was really great to be able to enjoy it with outside seating.