Best Italian Restaurants in West Loop (60607)
11 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Monteverde
In-house pastificio with handmade pasta made to order by James Beard-winning chef
Essential Picks
#1
Monteverde
9.3
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
James Beard Award-winning Chef Sarah Grueneberg's handmade pasta destination where sheets are rolled, cut, and hung to dry in the open pastificio. Her signature cacio whey pepe and seasonal tortellini exemplify the tipica and atipica Italian traditions that have made this West Loop gem a MICHELIN-recognized institution since 2015.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cacio Whey Pepe, Pork Shank Ragu alla Napoletana, Stuffed Cabbage with Porcini Bolognese
What makes it special: In-house pastificio with handmade pasta made to order by James Beard-winning chef
Notable Picks
#2
Rose Mary
8.9
Top Chef winner Joe Flamm's MICHELIN-recognized tribute to his Italian heritage and Croatian coastal cuisine creates what he calls 'Adriatic drinking food.' The charcoal hearth delivers smoky lamb and grilled meats while housemade tortellini djuvec and burek showcase the unique fusion that earned multiple 'Best New Restaurant' accolades.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tortellini Djuvec, Lamb with Blitva, Burek with Beef and Mozzarella
What makes it special: Unique Italian-Croatian fusion from a Top Chef winner with centerpiece charcoal hearth
8.5
Since 2007, this Pugliese specialist has transported diners to Italy's coastal south with two wood-burning ovens and a floor-to-ceiling wine wall. Named one of Chicago's Best Pizzas by Chicago Magazine, the orecchiette cime di rapa and seafood risotto showcase authentic regional cooking from owners with deep ties to the Puglia region.
Must-Try Dishes:
Orecchiette Cime di Rapa, Wood-Fired Pizza with Burrata, Grilled Octopus with Rapini
What makes it special: 17+ years of authentic Pugliese cuisine with twin wood-burning ovens
#4
Fioretta
8.4
DineAmic Hospitality's glamorous Italian-American steakhouse channels a new-age Copacabana with checkered marble floors, live entertainment, and bartenders in waistcoats. Chef Joe Rizza's solid-fuel hearth delivers exceptional steaks alongside tableside Caesar salad and al dente housemade pastas that nearly outshine the beef.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tableside Caesar Salad, Dry-Aged Ribeye, Chicken Parmesan
What makes it special: Mid-century Copacabana glamour meets Italian-American steakhouse excellence
8.3
From the Coalfire and Tempesta Market team, this Little Italy trattoria earned Chicago Magazine's Top Restaurants nod with its celebration of Italian classics and handmade pastas. The massive 24-ounce bistecca rivals Chicago's best steakhouses, while the fagioli with gigante beans in garlic-tomato pork broth is Chef Tony Fiasche's personal favorite.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Chicken Parmesan, Fagioli with Gigante Beans
What makes it special: Taylor Street institution from Coalfire team with Chicago Magazine recognition
8.1
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
Hidden Gems Heaven
This 10+ year neighborhood institution near United Center delivers classic Italian-American fare with old-school Rat Pack charm. Owner-managed with meticulous attention to regulars, the complimentary roasted peppers with bread set the tone for generous portions of Sunday gravy, eggplant parmesan, and the signature meatball salad.
Must-Try Dishes:
Meatball Salad, Sunday Gravy, Chicken Milanese
What makes it special: 10+ year West Loop institution with owner-managed hospitality and generous portions
#7
Formento's
8.0
This Italian steakhouse homage to Nonna Formento blends Chicago's steakhouse heritage with Italian tradition since 2015. The cavernous space features burgundy leather banquettes and a 300+ varietal wine program, while Chef Robert Cutler's carbonara and house-made canestri with Sunday gravy honor family recipes with modern technique.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bucatini Carbonara, Nonna's Meatballs, Veal Tomahawk
What makes it special: Italian steakhouse with 300+ wine varietals honoring grandmother's recipes
Worthy Picks
#8
Bar Siena
7.9
The two-story, 8,000-square-foot sibling to River North's Siena Tavern delivers approachable Italian street food on Restaurant Row. Custom pizza oven 'Bella' fires out solid pies while the expansive menu covers everything from burrata salads to short rib lasagna, making it the go-to for boozy brunch and late-night bites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coppa Pizza, Burrata Stuffed Agnolotti, Short Rib Lasagna
What makes it special: Two-story Italian street food destination open until 3am weekends
7.8
Milan-trained Chef Riccardo Michi brings decades of experience from opening Bice restaurants worldwide to this bright, modern Northern Italian osteria. The kitchen excels at veal preparations including 16-ounce osso buco over saffron risotto and pan-fried veal chop Emiliana with fontina and prosciutto.
Must-Try Dishes:
Osso Buco Milanese, Veal Chop Emiliana, Linguini Vongole
What makes it special: Milan-trained chef with 40+ years opening acclaimed restaurants worldwide
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
This counter-serve Italian deli operated from Formento's kitchen delivers hot subs and Sicilian-style slices for West Loop's grab-and-go crowd. The 'What The?' sandwich layers crispy fried eggplant with chicken, serrano chiles, and sweet-spicy mayo, while Nonna's branded retail items bring the flavors home.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Parmesan Sub, What The? Sandwich, Sicilian Pizza Slice
What makes it special: Formento's kitchen quality in grab-and-go format with retail products
#11
Pasta Via
7.5
Chef Gino Bartucci of Gino & Marty's brings gourmet pasta to fast-casual with fresh noodles made daily using just two ingredients and served in under five minutes, all under $15. The build-your-own format and signature Rigatoni Bartucci with Italian sausage, peas, and vodka cream showcase no-compromise quality at counter-service speed.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rigatoni Bartucci, Vodka Ravioli, Fettuccine Alfredo
What makes it special: Celebrity chef-quality fresh pasta served in under 5 minutes for under $15