Top Best Italian Restaurants in Lower West Side

We've collected top 10 mentioned italian restaurants in Lower West Side from other articles such as Choose Chicago, The Infatuation, WGN-TV.

Top Best Italian Restaurants in Lower West Side

Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio
Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio
4.7 (1436 ratings)
Stylish spot serving refined, contemporary Italian fare such as fresh pastas, plus global wines.
1020 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Italian restaurant
Piccolo Sogno
Piccolo Sogno
4.5 (1184 ratings)
Rustic Italian fare, including pizza from a wood-burning oven, a vast wine list & garden seating.
464 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Italian restaurantRestaurant
Osteria Langhe
Osteria Langhe
4.7 (457 ratings)
Italian joint serving seasonal Piemontese fare in casual digs with bare woods tables & a rustic bar.
2824 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Italian restaurantCocktail barNorthern Italian restaurantRestaurant
Gibsons Italia
Gibsons Italia
4.7 (1499 ratings)
High-style Italian steak & pasta spot on 3 levels with a vast wine list, 2 fireplaces & a roof deck.
233 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Italian restaurantSteak house
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 15 most romantic restaurants in Chicago
"There are three floors to explore at this modern riverfront steakhouse, which deals in premium cuts, decadent handmade pastas and classic Italian eats. The handsome dining room is hard to forget, but as soon as you see the views—an eyeful of the Chicago River and world-class architecture—you might have trouble concentrating on your date. Center the conversation with a bottle of bubbly and an order of tiramisu."
Mentioned by Make it Better
15 Restaurants With Great Rooftops and Patios for Outdoor Dining in Chicago
"The glorious cityscape-river view from the outdoor deck at Gibson’s Italia is worth the price of admission. The setting sun reflected in the downtown skyscraper windows is truly breathtaking. So kick back with your Market Oysters with San Giacomo mignonette sauce, your Spaghettini & Charred Octopus with cherry tomatoes and Calabrian chili oil, or even a Wagyu Tomahawk Steak with Black Truffle Butter."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
17 restaurants with breathtaking views of Chicago
"Fancy housemade pasta is always a treat, but it's even nicer when enjoyed with a vista—and you'll find views in spades at the riverfront digs at Gibsons Italia, which features three levels of dining areas with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the water. Plus, you can book a table for Friday or Saturday night for seats on the rooftop, a space formerly reserved for private events."
Formento's
Formento's
4.5 (887 ratings)
Hearty, classic Italian fare served in a spacious setting with a huge wine list.
925 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Italian restaurantAmerican restaurantBarCocktail barEvent venueRestaurant
Mentioned by VacationIdea
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"Located in the Fulton Market District, Formento’s is an authentic Italian restaurant that serves traditional and classic Italian dishes alongside new Italian-American favorites. Inspired by the age-old tradition of an Italian ‘Sunday-supper gathering,’ Chef/Partner Tony Quartaro has created a menu that takes diners into the heart of an Italian Cucina – think porcini bruschetta and Nona’s meatballs for lunch and wood-fired zucchini and pesto Giovanni for dinner. Desserts include handmade gelato and chocolate cake, while a world-class wine menu features over 600 varietals from around the world, ensuring guests will find the perfect accompaniment to the cuisine."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 23 best Italian restaurants in Chicago
"Restaurants Italian West Loop. When summer rolls around, the plant-lined sidewalk patio in front of this West Loop restaurant is populated by neighborhood folk sipping prosecco and piling prosciutto atop country bread. The interior of Formento's offers a different vibe entirely, with dim lighting, leather banquettes and tons of exposed brick."
Mentioned by The World and Then Some
The best desserts in Chicago! 20 Amazing places that you HAVE to try
"Next on our list of the best desserts in Chicago, it’s Formento’s. Formento’s is a really great restaurant in it’s own right (and definitely a place to enjoy a fancy date night), but you absolutely want to go here for their famous chocolate cake. Just take a look at the photo below and tell us you don’t want to get stuck in!"
Beggars Pizza
Beggars Pizza
4.2 (1135 ratings)
Midwestern chain serving thin-crust, deep-dish & stuffed pies, plus other fast fare.
310 S Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Pizza restaurantAmerican restaurantCatererItalian restaurantTakeout RestaurantPizza deliveryRestaurant
Riccardo Enoteca
Riccardo Enoteca
4.5 (151 ratings)
Cozy wine bar serving Italian small plates & pizza in a space with polished wood & nautical photos.
2116 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Italian restaurantRestaurantWine bar
Fabulous Freddies Italian Eatery
Fabulous Freddies Italian Eatery
4.3 (2166 ratings)
Local counter-serve eatery serving Italian & American comfort food plus Italian ice.
701 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Italian restaurantBreakfast restaurantCatererEvent venueFast food restaurantPizza deliverySandwich shop
Mentioned by American Eats
The Best Italian Restaurants in Chicago, IL
"1600 S 61st Ave, Cicero, IL 60804 Do not let the name of this restaurant confuse you. While delicious pizza pies certainly hold a spot on the menu, you can find a variety of meals to suit every taste palette. Freddy’s also sells Italian-style meats to take home to prepare for the family."
Club Lucky
Club Lucky
4.6 (763 ratings)
Old-school Italian cooking & martinis in a mid-century-themed supper-club setting with a lounge.
1824 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Italian restaurantDessert restaurantGluten-free restaurantHamburger restaurantDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurantSteak houseVegetarian restaurant
Pat's Pizza and Ristorante
Pat's Pizza and Ristorante
4.4 (382 ratings)
Family-owned restaurant serving thin-crust & pan pizzas plus Italian & American entrees.
2679 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Italian restaurantFamily restaurantPizza deliveryPizza restaurant

Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Lower West Side

goosefoot® food and wine
goosefoot® food and wine
5 (2 ratings)
2654 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Takeout RestaurantIce cream shopWine store
Scoops Ice Cream
Scoops Ice Cream
1.9 (17 ratings)
500 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 14 best ice cream shops in Chicago
"Restaurants Ice cream parlors Bridgeport. The aroma of fresh waffles pervades the air of this Bridgeport parlor, evidence of the signature house-made waffle cones. Dipped in chocolate and adorned with brightly colored candies, these deep cones are indulgent carriers for both types of chocolate ice cream on offer (though our preference is for the darker variety)."
The Freeze
The Freeze
4.6 (678 ratings)
Classic chain known for soft-serve ice cream, also offering burgers, fries & other fast-food eats.
2815 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 14 best ice cream shops in Chicago
"Restaurants Ice cream parlors Logan Square. The Freeze is a vintage time warp, and while there aren’t nearly as many locations of the fast food restaurant (formerly known as Tastee Freez) as once dotted Chicago (there were dozens), you can still find one in Logan Square. Waffle and sugar cones are filled with a high peak of soft serve and dipped in throwback flavors like butterscotch, cotton candy and peanut butter."
Mentioned by Thrillist
The 15 Best Ice Cream Shops in Chicago
"Logan SquareSoft serve piled high and burgers served hot top the bill at this retro Logan Square drive-in. Formerly known as Tastee Freez and dating to 1950, The Freeze is a go-to spot that often draws long lines of customers encircling it during the warmer months. If you like your ice cream served velvety smooth and topped with a heaping dose of nostalgia, it’s hard to beat any order here."

Best Breweries in Lower West Side

Moody Tongue Brewing Company
Moody Tongue Brewing Company
4.6 (239 ratings)4 (14 ratings)
Exotic beers are offered along with oysters & cake at this brewery tasting room with a fireplace.
2515 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
RestaurantFood & DrinkBarBreweryEvent venue
Mentioned by Do312
Chicago's Michelin Star Restaurants 2021
"Moody Tongue is a newcomer to the list, earning its first stars in 2021. The brewpub's 2019 move from Pilsen to South Loop has proved to be a productive move and we can't wait to get back to the dining room, which opens on May 20th."
Dovetail Brewery
Dovetail Brewery
4.7 (306 ratings)
Chill taproom for sampling house-brewed beers based on classic European styles in a vast space.
1800 W Belle Plaine Ave, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
BreweryBar
Life on Marz Community Club
Life on Marz Community Club
5 (14 ratings)
1950 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Brewery

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Lower West Side Area

McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum
McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum
4.6 (161 ratings)4.5 (135 ratings)
Exhibits on the city's river & movable bridges & their significance to the city.
99 Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistory MuseumsSpecialty MuseumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
City Gallery in the Historic Water Tower
City Gallery in the Historic Water Tower
4.5 (545 ratings)4 (190 ratings)
Chicago-focused gallery, specializing in photos, inside a 19th-century Gothic limestone landmark.
806 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Art gallerySights & LandmarksObservation Decks & TowersPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Trip101
15 Famous Buildings In Chicago, Illinois, The USA - Updated 2021
"While the Chicago Water Tower was really only built to hide a standpipe, its intricate design symbolizes the value of simple things; like water supply. The story behind this structure is the important solution designed by Chesbrough to save the city from the inadequate water supply for the growing population. It is built with a characteristic Gothic Revival style, almost fairytale-like."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
Chicago In 10 Famous Buildings
"The Water Tower is Chicago’s oldest known building and is the only structure that survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Built in 1869, it sourced clean water from nearby Lake Michigan to use for fighting fires. But today you can visit it as a cultural venue that showcases art and photography exhibits."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
32 Totally Free Things to Do in Chicago
"Specializing in photography, the City Gallery presents a unique way to learn about Chicago—all inside a 19th-century Gothic limestone landmark."
The University of Chicago
The University of Chicago
4.5 (628 ratings)4.5 (423 ratings)
Storied, research-centric private school known for its medical & economics programs & scenic campus.
5801 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
UniversitySights & LandmarksCollegeEducational sitesUniversities & Schools

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Lower West Side

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Chicago Athletic Association, part of Hyatt
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Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place
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$173.01 /night
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