BAITA at Eataly Chicago

Name: BAITA at Eataly Chicago
Address: 43 EAST OHIO ST., Chicago, IL, United States, 60611
Telephone: (312) 521-8700
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

82 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

Romantic
Innovative
Great for fine wines

BAITA is Eataly's winter restaurant inspired by the ultimate winter destination, the Italian Alps! BAITA is the Piemontese word for a small ski lodge. As temperatures drop, BAITA’s menu features food and drink fit for chilly ski slopes and cozy fireplaces including an all-new gnoccheria serving pillowy potato gnocchi, melted raclette cheese, and spuntini snacks (Alpine-style finger food). As you relax in BAITA's Alpine lounge, enjoy specialty cocktails, warming wines, and more dishes inspired by the flavors of the Italian Alps.

Please note: BAITA is no longer accepting reservations for the 2018 season. Since this is a seasonal concept, BAITA will end after Sunday, March 17.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 521-8700
Website
https://www.eataly.com/us_en/stores/chicago/chi-baita/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Will Serafini
Catering
N/A for BAITA.
Private party facilities
For all Eataly private dining experiences, please reach out to our team at chiprivatedining@eataly.com. Grazie!
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (312) 521-8700

Location
43 EAST OHIO ST., Chicago, IL 60611
Neighbourhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross Street
Ohio/Wabash
Parking details
Parking is located one block west of Eataly at 10 East Grand Avenue and is accessible via Ohio Street, Grand Avenue, and Wabash Avenue. With a $20 Eataly purchase the following rates apply:0-60 minutes: Free 61 minutes-3 hours: $123 hours +: Regular prices apply (no discount offered)Stop by the guest relations desk for parking validation.
Public transit
Eataly is located two blocks from the Grand Red Line Station at Grand Avenue and State StreetCTA: 29 State, 65 Grand, 125 Water Tower Express, 143 Stockton/Michigan Express, 146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express, 147 Outer Drive Express, 148 Clarendon/Michigan Express, and 151 SheridanDivvy Bike Station located on Grand Avenue at Wabash Avenue
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Arancini di Funghi e Tartufi*US$8.00
Fried rice balls, mixed mushrooms, Urbani truffle, Fontina Val d'Aosta cheese
Fritto Misto di PesceUS$12.00
Lightly fried shrimp, calamari & market fish, lemon, parsley. An Italian tradition no matter the season!
Funghi Fritti*US$10.00
Fried shiitake & cremini mushrooms, garlic aioli
Trota AffumicataUS$11.00
House-smoked trout, pickled mustard seeds, "everything" cracker
Insalata di Pere e Gorgonzola*US$12.00
Frisée, radicchio, endive, pear, hazelnuts, Gorgonzola Dolce DOP vinaigrette
Insalata di Cavolo NeroUS$12.00
Lacinato kale, shaved celery root & apple, bagna cauda
Zuppa di Zucca*US$12.00
Roasted butternut squash, pumpkin seed pesto, extra virgin olive oil

Melted Cheese

Selection of our favorite cheeses toasted & warm

"La Baita" Taleggio DopUS$12.00
Oven baked semi-soft cow's milk cheese, housemade amaretto honey, toasted bread
LangherinoUS$14.00
Toasted speck-wrapped soft cow & sheep's milk cheese, housemade fig mostarda
Raclette
Spring Brook Farm's Reading raclette served atop your choice of traditional pairing: House pickled vegetables, Rovagnati cooked & cured ham, Marble potatoes. Raclette is a semi-hard cow's milk cheese melted on the halfwheel and scraped over a plate of traditional bites
- Choice of 1US$11.00
- Tasting of 3US$28.00

Housemade Mozzarella

Our mozzarella is stretched and shaped in house daily, served simply with sea salt and ROI extra virgin olive oil from Italy. Don't forget the prosciutto $9

Classica*US$8.00
Hand-pulled ball of fiore di latte cow's milk cheese
Burrata*US$13.00
Soft, cream-filled ball of mozzarella

Salumeria

Artisanal cured meats and cheeses from Italy and the U.S. All boards served with housemade fruit mostarda and amaretto honey

Salumi e Formaggi MistiUS$23.00
Chef's selection of 5 cured meats & 5 artisanal cheeses
Salumi e Formaggi GrandissimoUS$40.00
The epic board of our favorite 8 cured meats & 8 artisanal cheeses

Antipasti Misti

$30

Housemade Mozzarella
18-Month Parmigiano Reggiano® DOP
Giorgio's Soppressata & Coppa
Basil & Walnut Pesto
Red Wine Bosc Pears
Balsamic Cipollini Onions
Prosciutto Jam Chickpea & Pecorino Spread
Tarrali Crackers Marinated Olives

Pizza

Rome meets the Alps with our Roman-style pizza featuring a crispy crust and toppings inspired by Alpine flavors

Speck e FontinaUS$15.00
Recla cured and smoked ham, Fontina, radicchio. Made from smoked, dry-cured pork legs, speck comes to us from northern Italy
Cavoletti di Bruxelles e PancettaUS$14.00
La Quercia pancetta, Brussels sprouts, tomato sauce, housemade mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano® DOP
Funghi*US$15.00
Roasted mushrooms, smoked provolone, housemade mozzarella, balsamic

Piatti

Larger plates for one, also great for sharing

Pizzoccheri*US$17.00
Alpine buckwheat pasta, savoy cabbage, potatoes, béchamel, Fontina & Parmigiano Reggiano® DOP. Baked until bubbly and golden!
Cotoletta alla MilaneseUS$19.00
Thinly-pounded, breaded & fried Gerber's Amish chicken thigh, arugula, lemon, Parmigiano Reggiano® DOP
Maiale alla BirraUS$26.00
Beer-braised pork shoulder, apricot glaze, celery root, Granny Smith apples, mustard vinaigrette

Contorni

These seasonal sides pair well with everything

Cavoletti di BruxellesUS$8.00
Brussels sprouts, lemon, Parmigiano Reggiano® DOP
PatateUS$8.00
Crispy potatoes, anchovy, herbs

Alpine Cocktails

Ask your server about our Amaro selection!

Vin BruléUS$9.00
Warmed red wine, citrus peel, star anise, cinnamon, clove, cardamom seed, brandy. In Piemonte, the northern region at the foot of the Italian Alps, winter isn't complete without vin brulé. Spiced and steaming, mulled wine is a staple of outdoor markets and cozy dinner parties alike
Few Italia BourbonUS$15.00
Rocks, Neat or Manhattan. Our exclusive FEW Italia Bourbon produced in Evanston, IL and finished in wine barrels from Banfi in Toscana. Pick up a bottle from our enoteca today!
The Stelvio PassUS$14.00
Rittenhouse Rye, Nardini Amaro, Fee Bros mint bitters
NegroniUS$14.00
FEW American Gin, Campari, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino
Alpine SpritzUS$12.00
Luxardo Bitter Bianco, Prosecco, Sparkling Water. The Spritz was Invented in Venice, Italy in the 1800s. Unaccustomed to the higher alcoholic content of local wines, merchants requested a "spritzen" of water be added to their vino
Snowball FightUS$12.00
VOV Zabaglione, Lurisia Gazzosa, Caffo Miss Dominique Brandy. With 17.8% alcohol content, VOV Zabaglione is fitting for its main purpose: warming your spirits after a long day of skiing in the Italian Alps
AlpenglowUS$13.00
Caffo Miss Dominique Brandy, Luxardo Triplum, Shrubb and Co. Cranberry Pine, lemon
SastrugiUS$14.00
Luxardo Sour Cherry Gin, maple simple syrup, lemon
Devil in the White CityUS$16.00
St. George Terroir Gin, Alessio Bianco, Luxardo Bitter Bianco

Warming Wines

A selection of Italian wines to warm you from the inside with bold rich flavors. Whether you're hitting the slopes or exploring the Windy City, cozy up and recharge with these cold weather favorites inspired by the Italian Alps

Spumanti | Sparkling

Brut NV Ferrari | Trentino-Alto Adige
- GlassUS$14.00
- BottleUS$49.00
Prosecco NV Villa Sandi | Veneto
- GlassUS$11.00
- BottleUS$39.00
Franciacorta Libera Cuvée NV Monte Rossa | Lombardia
- GlassUS$20.00
- BottleUS$70.00
Franciacorta Cuvée Prestige NV Ca'Del Bosco | Lombardia, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- GlassUS$22.00
- BottleUS$77.00
Contessa Rosa Rosé Brut 2012 Fontanafredda | Piemonte
- GlassUS$22.00
- BottleUS$77.00
Moscato d'Asti 2017 Brandini | Piemonte
- GlassUS$11.00
- BottleUS$39.00

Bianchi e Rosato | Whites & Rosé

Sillery 2016 Frecciarossa | Lombardia | Pinot Noir
- GlassUS$14.00
- BottleUS$49.00
Gewürztraminer 2017 Tramin | Trentino-Alto Adige
- GlassUS$15.00
- BottleUS$53.00
Langhe Arneis 2017 Brandini | Piemonte
- GlassUS$11.00
- BottleUS$39.00
Pinot Bianco 2017 Kettmeir | Trentino-Alto Adige
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Vespa Bianco 2015 Bastianich | Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Chardonnay, Savignon, Picolit
- GlassUS$19.00
- BottleUS$67.00
Solerose Langhe Rosato 2016 Fontanafredda | Piemonte, Barbera, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$46.00

Rossi | Reds

Schiava 2016 Abbazia di Novacella | Trentino Alto-Adige
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Pinot Noir 2017 Peter Zemmer | Trentino-Alto Adige
- GlassUS$14.00
- BottleUS$49.00
'Inferno' Valtellina Superiore 2013 Nino Negri | Piemonte | Nebbiolo
- GlassUS$20.00
- BottleUS$70.00
Donnas 2015 Caves Cooperatives de Donnas Valle d'Aosta | Nebbiolo
- GlassUS$19.00
- BottleUS$50.00
Vini Orsone Refosco 2014 Bastianich | Friuli-Venezia Giulia
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Fonterutoli Chianti Classico 2016 Mazzei | Toscana
- GlassUS$18.00
- BottleUS$63.00
Nebbiolo 'No Name' 2012 Borgogno | Piemonte
- GlassUS$20.00
- BottleUS$72.00
Valpolicella Ripasso 2015 Bertani | Veneto
- GlassUS$15.00
- BottleUS$53.00
Rosso dei Notri 2017 Tua Rita | Toscana, Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet, Syrah
- GlassUS$16.00
- BottleUS$56.00
Aglianico Ramitello 2013 di Majo Norante | Molise
- GlassUS$12.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Serralunga Barolo 2013 Fontanafredda | Piemonte
- GlassUS$24.00
- BottleUS$84.00
Passi di Orma 2016 Orma | Toscana, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
- GlassUS$30.00
- BottleUS$82.00
Amarone Costasera 2012 Masi | Veneto
- GlassUS$22.00
- BottleUS$77.00
Montefalco Sagrantino 2011 Azienda Agraria Perticaia | Umbria
- GlassUS$28.00
- BottleUS$89.00

Birra e Bibite

Sliced Nectarine IPA, Moody Tongue IPA | 5.9% | Chicago
- 12 OzUS$8.00
Chocolate Churro Porter, Moody Tongue, Baltic Porter | 7% | Chicago
- 12 OzUS$12.00
Pennsylvania Tuxedo, Dogfish Head, Winter Pale Ale | 8.5% | Milton, De
- 12 OzUS$9.00
Speakerswagon® Pilsner Haymarket Beer Co., Pilsner | 5% | Chicago
- 12 OzUS$8.00
Lurisia Classic Water
- ½ LUS$3.80
- 1 LUS$4.80
Lurisia SodaUS$4.80

What 82 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4Service
4Ambience
3.7Value

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82 Reviews

DT
DanielleT
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We came in for the raclette, and were very disappointed. We wanted the REAL raclette "experience," and instead we got a plate of vegetables covered in a bit of cheese that was melted over them in an oven. The service was great, but I wouldn't waste my time or money again.
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GinnyZ
Chicago
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
After reading about Baita, I decided to take my husband for his birthday lunch. He loves raclette, and we have dined at Eataly numerous times in the past. When we arrived, no one was aware that they even took reservations for Baita, but it wasn’t a problem because there was no one there—plenty of tables. Our server treated us as though we were interrupting his day. He was not welcoming in the slightest. He didn’t ask us how we were, if we would like to start with drinks—he just kind of stood there and let us order. He never checked in on us to ask how the food was (mediocre at best—$30 for raclette and I would expect a slightly more inspired plating), he never asked if we wanted more drinks, or water, if my son needed a cup or anything at all. The support staff was nice, but our server made a lame experience downright irritating with his rude attitude and downright lack of service (which seemed purposeful-why? Was it because we were the only table of color and not old rich white ladies?). Between us, my husband and I have over 20 years experience in the service industry and we have excused all kinds of off service. But, this experience was inexcusable. To top it all off, the fish counter seemed to be deep cleaning and using an incredibly noxious cleaner to do so—why would you do this while people are sitting 15 feet away dining? The smell was disgusting. We will not be dining or shopping at eataly again.
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MarilynnG
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service, food was good but not 5 star excellent.
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CalebP
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My wife and I enjoyed the raclette with marbled potatoes. Truly a fantastic dish, and our first experience with raclette. We would HIGHLY suggest it.
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Paulo
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Neat atmosphere, love the hanging plants from the ceiling! Food was delicious, and the hot wine and melted cheese was a perfect remedy from the winter cold.
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RuthH
VIP
Chicago
49 reviews
3.0
49 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We went on a late Saturday afternoon and it was very crowded. Service was slow, took a long time to be greeted and get drinks. We waited a long time after lunch for the check. Food was ok - we got the raclette and the cheese got cold very quickly. It probably didn't help that the hot cheese was poured over cold vegetables.
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CorinaW
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed delicious raclette appetizers and a pasta dish for main course. The only down side was that since both are coming from different kitchens, the pasta arrived before the Raclette.
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ZosiaE
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was phenomenal!
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KaliF
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The menu was different from what was on the menu online. Switched out the pastas. Had happy hour wines and mozzarella, was great. Went to other restaurant in Eataly for pasta. Our server was great and recommended starting light if wanted pasta somewhere else.
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MalT
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
What a lovely date night! The food at BAITA was amazing and they were running a KILLER special for an appetizer, entree/ side and gelato for $28 which was such an amazing value. DON'T MISS THE RACLETTE! It was superb as was the arancini and pork. Our waiter was so nice (recommended some delicious wines) and the food came out very quickly. I would recommend eating here on a weeknight though if you don't like crowds since it is right in the center of Eataly. Was a bit overwhelming in that regard but otherwise very fun.
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43 EAST OHIO ST., Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

Cross Street
Ohio/Wabash
Neighbourhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is located one block west of Eataly at 10 East Grand Avenue and is accessible via Ohio Street, Grand Avenue, and Wabash Avenue. With a $20 Eataly purchase the following rates apply:0-60 minutes: Free 61 minutes-3 hours: $123 hours +: Regular prices apply (no discount offered)Stop by the guest relations desk for parking validation.
Public transit
Eataly is located two blocks from the Grand Red Line Station at Grand Avenue and State StreetCTA: 29 State, 65 Grand, 125 Water Tower Express, 143 Stockton/Michigan Express, 146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express, 147 Outer Drive Express, 148 Clarendon/Michigan Express, and 151 SheridanDivvy Bike Station located on Grand Avenue at Wabash Avenue
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Will Serafini
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.eataly.com/us_en/stores/chicago/chi-baita/
Phone number
(312) 521-8700
Catering
N/A for BAITA.
Private party facilities
For all Eataly private dining experiences, please reach out to our team at chiprivatedining@eataly.com. Grazie!
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (312) 521-8700

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Antipasti

Arancini di Funghi e Tartufi*US$8.00

Fritto Misto di PesceUS$12.00

Funghi Fritti*US$10.00

Trota AffumicataUS$11.00

Insalata di Pere e Gorgonzola*US$12.00

Insalata di Cavolo NeroUS$12.00

Zuppa di Zucca*US$12.00

Melted Cheese

"La Baita" Taleggio DopUS$12.00

LangherinoUS$14.00

Raclette

Housemade Mozzarella

Classica*US$8.00

Burrata*US$13.00

Salumeria

Salumi e Formaggi MistiUS$23.00

Salumi e Formaggi GrandissimoUS$40.00

Antipasti Misti

Housemade Mozzarella

18-Month Parmigiano Reggiano® DOP

Giorgio's Soppressata & Coppa

Basil & Walnut Pesto

Red Wine Bosc Pears

Balsamic Cipollini Onions

Prosciutto Jam Chickpea & Pecorino Spread

Tarrali Crackers Marinated Olives

Pizza

Speck e FontinaUS$15.00

Cavoletti di Bruxelles e PancettaUS$14.00

Funghi*US$15.00

Piatti

Pizzoccheri*US$17.00

Cotoletta alla MilaneseUS$19.00

Maiale alla BirraUS$26.00

Contorni

Cavoletti di BruxellesUS$8.00

PatateUS$8.00

Alpine Cocktails

Vin BruléUS$9.00

Few Italia BourbonUS$15.00

The Stelvio PassUS$14.00

NegroniUS$14.00

Alpine SpritzUS$12.00

Snowball FightUS$12.00

AlpenglowUS$13.00

SastrugiUS$14.00

Devil in the White CityUS$16.00

Warming Wines

Spumanti | Sparkling

Brut NV Ferrari | Trentino-Alto Adige

Prosecco NV Villa Sandi | Veneto

Franciacorta Libera Cuvée NV Monte Rossa | Lombardia

Franciacorta Cuvée Prestige NV Ca'Del Bosco | Lombardia, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

Contessa Rosa Rosé Brut 2012 Fontanafredda | Piemonte

Moscato d'Asti 2017 Brandini | Piemonte

Bianchi e Rosato | Whites & Rosé

Sillery 2016 Frecciarossa | Lombardia | Pinot Noir

Gewürztraminer 2017 Tramin | Trentino-Alto Adige

Langhe Arneis 2017 Brandini | Piemonte

Pinot Bianco 2017 Kettmeir | Trentino-Alto Adige

Vespa Bianco 2015 Bastianich | Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Chardonnay, Savignon, Picolit

Solerose Langhe Rosato 2016 Fontanafredda | Piemonte, Barbera, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo

Rossi | Reds

Schiava 2016 Abbazia di Novacella | Trentino Alto-Adige

Pinot Noir 2017 Peter Zemmer | Trentino-Alto Adige

'Inferno' Valtellina Superiore 2013 Nino Negri | Piemonte | Nebbiolo

Donnas 2015 Caves Cooperatives de Donnas Valle d'Aosta | Nebbiolo

Vini Orsone Refosco 2014 Bastianich | Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Fonterutoli Chianti Classico 2016 Mazzei | Toscana

Nebbiolo 'No Name' 2012 Borgogno | Piemonte

Valpolicella Ripasso 2015 Bertani | Veneto

Rosso dei Notri 2017 Tua Rita | Toscana, Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet, Syrah

Aglianico Ramitello 2013 di Majo Norante | Molise

Serralunga Barolo 2013 Fontanafredda | Piemonte

Passi di Orma 2016 Orma | Toscana, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc