The Best Italian Restaurants in Chicago

The top rated Italian in Chicago, based on over 80 million ratings on Beli

Updated Oct 8, 2025

Updated Oct 8, 2025

Chicago is home to some incredible Italian spots—and these are the best of the best. See what came out on top and which of your favorites made the list.

Chicago is home to some incredible Italian spots—and these are the best of the best. See what came out on top and which of your favorites made the list.

1. 1. Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio

   1. Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio

   $$$ | Italian, Contemporary

   Good for: Date Night, Atmosphere, Special Occasion

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2. 2. Ciccio Mio

   2. Ciccio Mio

   $$$ | Italian

   Good for: Date Night, Atmosphere, Great Service

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3. 3. Tre Dita

   3. Tre Dita

   $$$$ | Italian

   Good for: Date Night, Atmosphere, Fine Dining

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4. 4. Elina's

   4. Elina's

   $$$ | American, Italian

   Good for: Date Night, Atmosphere, Sharing

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5. 5. Fioretta

   5. Fioretta

   $$$$ | Italian, Steakhouse

   Good for: Date Night, Atmosphere, Fine Dining

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6. 6. Gibsons Italia

   6. Gibsons Italia

   $$$$ | Italian, Steakhouse

   Good for: Date Night, Fine Dining, Atmosphere

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7. 7. il Carciofo

   7. il Carciofo

   $$$ | Roman, Italian

   Good for: Date Night, Sharing, Atmosphere

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8. 8. La Scarola

   8. La Scarola

   $$ | Italian

   Good for: Large Portions, Date Night, Atmosphere

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9. 9. Alla Vita

   9. Alla Vita

   $$$ | Italian, Contemporary

   Good for: Date Night, Atmosphere, Birthdays

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10. 10. Sal's Trattoria

    10. Sal's Trattoria

    $$ | Italian

    Good for: Date Night, Atmosphere, Great Service

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