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Elina's, Chicago, IL
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Elina's

$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 34 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.

Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight.

Parties of 7 or more must contact Reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee.

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: You'll find the ultimate versions of old-school red-sauce favorites like rigatoni a la vodka and dover sole piccata at Elina's, thanks to veterans of MICHELIN-Starred spots like New York City’s Restaurant Marc Forgione. The inviting West Town joint serves these classics in a cozy, brick-walled dining room or on the lush, Amalfi Coast-inspired patio.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 929-2249
  • Website
    http://www.elinaschicago.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-6415
  • Neighbourhood
    West Town
  • Cross Street
    Grand and Racine
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    CTA Grand Ave Blue Line, CTA Chicago Ave Blue Line,<br />65 Grand Ave Bus (Racine Stop)
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

Primi

  • Caesar SaladUS$17.00

    Garlic Bread Croutons

    • Chopped SaladUS$16.00

      Pickled Peppers, Crispy Salami

      • Shrimp CocktailUS$23.00

        Calabrian Cocktail Sauce, Dijonnaise

        • Fritto MistoUS$19.00

          Calamari, Shrimp

          • Baked Clams CasinoUS$17.00

            Bacon Breadcrumbs, Lemon

            • Mozzarella En Carozza US$12.00

              A Crispy Mozzarella Sandwich

              Macaroni

              • Rigatoni Alla VodkaUS$24.00

                Calabrian Bread Crumbs

                • Fusilli Alla NormaUS$20.00

                  Eggplant, Ricotta Salata

                  • Angel Hair ScampiUS$24.00

                    Crab, Lemon, Parsley

                    • Penne BologneseUS$22.00

                      Sausage, Ricotta

                      Speciali

                      Limited Availability

                      • Silvio's Meatballs US$18.00

                        • Dover Sole Piccata

                          Brown Butter and Capers (MP)

                          • 40oz Prime Ribeye Diane

                            For Two (MP)

                            • Eggplant Parmesan US$36.00

                              For Two

                              Secondi

                              • Chicken Parmesan US$31.00

                                • Cherry Pepper RibsUS$28.00

                                  • Pork Chop Pizzaiolo US$29.00

                                    • Shrimp ScampiUS$28.00

                                      • 14oz Sirloin Steak LimoneUS$36.00

                                        Contorni

                                        • Eggplant Argodolce US$9.00

                                          • Italian FriesUS$9.00

                                            • Broccoli Carbonizado US$9.00

                                              Café e Dolci

                                              • Espresso MartiniUS$18.00

                                                Classic or Casamigos Reposado

                                                • LimoncelloUS$6.00

                                                  • EspressoUS$4.00

                                                    • Pistachio CannoliUS$8.00

                                                      • TiramisuUS$13.00

                                                        Drinks

                                                        • Italian MojitoUS$16.00

                                                          Silver Rum, Chareau, Citrus

                                                          • ColombaUS$16.00

                                                            Mezcal, Campari, Grapefruit, Soda

                                                            • Melfi SourUS$16.00

                                                              Whiskey, Peach, Lemon, Orange, Vino Rosso

                                                              • Golden NegroniUS$16.00

                                                                Wolf Point Gin, Gran Classico, Golden Vermouth

                                                                • RositaUS$16.00

                                                                  Tequila Joven, Campari, Vermouth, Orange

                                                                  • Toronto US$16.00

                                                                    Bonded Bourbon, Fernet, Demerara, Bitters

                                                                    • SpritzUS$16.00

                                                                      Miss Apertivo, Rhubarb, Soda, Citrus

                                                                      • SpaghettUS$11.00

                                                                        Miller High Life & a shot of Aperol

                                                                        Vini

                                                                        • Table WineUS$13.00

                                                                          Sparkling, Red, White

                                                                          • ProseccoUS$15.00

                                                                            Classic or Rosé

                                                                            • OrangeUS$17.00

                                                                              Vichingo Costa Toscana, Tuscany, ITA

                                                                              • Sauvignon BlancUS$16.00

                                                                                Erste & Neue, Trentino Alto-Adige, ITA

                                                                                • CatarrattoUS$15.00

                                                                                  Caruso & Minini, Sicily ITA

                                                                                  • Pallagrello BiancoUS$16.00

                                                                                    Michele Alois 'Caiati', Campania ITA

                                                                                    • KernerUS$16.00

                                                                                      Abbazia di Novacella, Trentio-Alto Adige, ITA

                                                                                      • SangioveseUS$15.00

                                                                                        Field Recordings 'Freddo', Passo Robles CA

                                                                                        • SchiavaUS$16.00

                                                                                          Abbazia di Novella Sudtirolese, Trentino-Alto Adige ITA

                                                                                          • MontepulcianoUS$15.00

                                                                                            Giuliano Rosati Madia, Abruzzo, ITA

                                                                                            • Chianti ClassicoUS$17.00

                                                                                              Monte Bernardi 'Sangio', Tuscany ITA

                                                                                              • Etna RossoUS$17.00

                                                                                                Sergio Drago, Sicily ITA

                                                                                                • Cab/MerlotUS$18.00

                                                                                                  Terre San Leonardo, Alto Adige ITA

                                                                                                  • Dolcetto D'AlbaUS$18.00

                                                                                                    Andrea Oberto, Piedmont ITA

                                                                                                    Birre

                                                                                                    • PeroniUS$8.00

                                                                                                      • Daisy CutterUS$8.00

                                                                                                        • Miller High LifeUS$6.00

                                                                                                          ETC

                                                                                                          NA Beverages

                                                                                                          • Casamara Club SodaUS$6.00

                                                                                                            • Acqua PannaUS$9.00

                                                                                                              1L

                                                                                                              • PellegrinoUS$9.00

                                                                                                                1L

                                                                                                                • RTC 3 Estate Black Iced TeaUS$5.00

                                                                                                                  • LemonadeUS$5.00

                                                                                                                    Last updated: June 27, 2024

                                                                                                                    What 139 people are saying

                                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                    4.7
                                                                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                    • 4.8Food
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Value

                                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                                                    • Chicago

                                                                                                                      Italian

                                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                    Elina's is a charming Italian spot in Chicago, offering "amazing food and service" in a cozy, intimate setting. Known for its "vodka pasta" and classic Italian dishes, the restaurant's "great ambiance" and friendly staff enhance the dining experience. However, some patrons noted service inconsistencies and high noise levels.

                                                                                                                    139 Reviews

                                                                                                                    1. SYMONE

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                      Wonderful wonderful food. Always delicious- always yummy.

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                                                                                                                    2. Emily

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      Love Elina’s and have been often because the vibes, service, and food is top notch. Definitely a great date night. Intimate and cozy!

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                                                                                                                    3. Katy

                                                                                                                      Las Vegas

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Everything was 10/10 highly recommend !!! Food was sooooo good and reasonably priced too. Nicer spot but the food is worth it.

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                                                                                                                    4. Marielle

                                                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                                      Terrible. Llegamos antes nos pasaron a la barra, con malos tratos. Después de estar más de media hora, nos pasaron a la mesa, y la mesera en ese segundo y en un tono grosero nos dijo que no nos podían servir nada de comida, porque habían tenido un problema con una Tubería. Ni un pan nos podían servir y nos tuvimos que ir a las 10 de la noche a buscar donde cenar. Pésimo no lo recomiendo.

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                                                                                                                    5. Carol

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Great place......Good place to go with 4 people and share food!

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                                                                                                                    6. Robert

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      10 reviews

                                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      10 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined on November 14, 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Alex at the bar was AMAZING as our waiter/bartender. He took the time to walk us through the menu, provide a few special treats for my wife who is allergic to tree nuts, and mushrooms... PLUS a vegetarian. The chicken parm was hammered thin, fried perfectly, and had an outstanding flavor to it. Broccoli was unique with the fish sauce, BUT so good My wife LOVED her pasta dish BUT, the star of the show was this fried mozzarella sandwich as a starter... MY GOD, delicious

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                                                                                                                    7. Jessica

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined on November 11, 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      One of the best meals I have had in a long time. Would go back over and over again.

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                                                                                                                    8. Clayton

                                                                                                                      Los Angeles

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on November 10, 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Love this spot! Reminds me of a Chicago Carbone! I will be back

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                                                                                                                    9. Freddie

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined on November 10, 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      4 top booth is an excellent experience. See you again soon.

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                                                                                                                    10. David

                                                                                                                      Cincinnati

                                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined on November 6, 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      We had a great meal, and great service. I would ask the restaurant to consider reviewing their Bolognese. I think there’s opportunity to take it to the next level. The rest of the dishes we had were incredible. 

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                                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                                    Elina's is rated 4.7 stars by 139 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                                    Make a reservation

                                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                                    7:00 p.m.
                                                                                                                    Booked 34 times today
                                                                                                                    Google Map for Elina's

                                                                                                                    1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-6415

                                                                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                                                      Grand and Racine
                                                                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                                      West Town
                                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                      Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                                      Italian, American, Mediterranean
                                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                                      Street Parking
                                                                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                                                                      CTA Grand Ave Blue Line, CTA Chicago Ave Blue Line,65 Grand Ave Bus (Racine Stop)
                                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                                      Patio/Outdoor Dining
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