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Calo Ristorante
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Best Italian in Uptown & Andersonville
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Master Critic Review
Calo Ristorante
8.6
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Birthday & Celebration Central
A long-running Andersonville institution that’s best when you treat it like a classic Chicago Italian night: big portions, familiar recipes, and an easy-going dining room. The strength is consistency at scale—great for groups, celebrations, and repeat takeout orders that need to hit the same every time.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Vesuvio, Lobster ravioli, Calamari fritti
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: A true neighborhood Italian anchor with proven, high-volume reliability.
Who should go: Families and groups who want classic Italian comfort.
When to visit: Early dinner or weekend group nights.
What to order: Chicken Vesuvio, lobster ravioli, calamari.
Insider tip: Order one classic entrée plus one pasta to share—portions run generous.
Hours
Monday12pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday12pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday12pm - 9:30pm
Thursday12pm - 9:30pm
Friday12pm - 10:30pm
Saturday12pm - 10:30pm
Sunday12pm - 9:30pm