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Riccardo Trattoria, Chicago, IL

Riccardo Trattoria

4.8
4.8
2867 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Riccardo started his career at a very young age in Milan's prestigious "GIRARROSTO" family owned. Then, in 1982 he moved to the United States and he opened the famous Sonny Bono's in Los Angeles. In 1987 he started to work with his cousin Roberto Ruggeri, with him he opened Bice New York, Los Angeles and many others around the world.

Together with his wife (and sous chef), Veronica, and his cousin (and hostess), Barbara, he decided to continue his gastronomic artistry and creativity in his restaurant named after himself "Riccardo Trattoria."

Here through the craftsmanship of an Italian food connoisseur, dishes are prepared with an almost zen-like essentiality that has shaped Riccardo's professional and existential life course. Some highlights of the menu are Veal Chop Milanese, Veal Shank Osso Bucco, Pappardelle with Short Rib Ragu, various classic Rissotto preparations, and for dessert options like Panna Cotta, Homemade Tiramisu and Tuscan Ricotta Cheesecake round out the menu.

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Additional information

  • Location
    2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
  • Phone number
    (773) 549-0038
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking not available
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Riccardo Michi
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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Offers

  • Happy Hour menu 4PM-6PM Sunday -Thursday

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Join us Sunday - Thursday from 4:00-6:00 pm for a 3-course menu priced at $44 (beverages, tax, and gratuity not included). Choose from our Specials menu. Not offered on Mother's Day or other holiday weekends.

Menu

Riccardo Trattoria's menu was last updated 2025-03-19.

ANTIPASTI

SPEDIAL OF THE DAY

  • FRIED STUFFED ZUCCHINI BLOSSOMSUS$20.00

    FILLED W/ SMOKED SPECK PROSCIUTTO AND MOZZARELLA

    • BREASAOLA OLIO E LIMONEUS$16.00

      CURED BEEF CARPACCIO, MICRO ARUGULA, ARTICHOKES & PARMESAN

      • FOCACCIA ALPINAUS$20.00

        FONTINA & CRESCENZA CHEESE, SPECK & PORCINI

        • MARE CALDO OLIO E LIMONEUS$18.00

          STEAM SEAFOOD & SEASHELLS

          ZUPPA

          SOUP OF THE DAY

          • PASTA E FAGIOLIUS$14.00

            TUSCAN CANELLINI BEANS AND PASTA SOUP

            PASTA E RISOTTO

            SPECIAL OF THE DAY

            • SAFFRON RISOTTO CATALANAUS$30.00

              SEAFOOD, SEASHELLS, CHICKEN, SAUSAGE PAELLA LIKE

              • FETTUCINE GAMBERI E ZUCCHINEUS$30.00

                SHRIMP, ZUCCHINE & LIGHT PESTO SAUCE

                • TAGLIOLINI CARCIOFI E PARMIGIANOUS$28.00

                  GARLIC ARTICHOKES BUTTER & PARMESAN SAUCE

                  CARNE E PESCE

                  MEAT & FISH SPECIAL OF THE DAY

                  • 8 OZ FILET MIGNON INGLESEUS$40.00

                    WRAP W/ BACON ROASTED AU JUS SERVED WITH POLENTA TART

                    • RABBIT LOIN SALTIMBOCCAUS$36.00

                      WHITE WINE SAUCE,SAGE,PROSCIUTTO & TUSCAN FRIES

                      • SWORFISH MEDITERRANEAUS$28.00

                        SPICY TOMATO, OLIVES, CAPERS SAUCE OVER COUS-COUS

                        • PEPPERED AHI TUNA TAGLIATAUS$34.00

                          SLICED, RARE W/ ORANGE, FENNEL, MICRO ARUGULA

                          • BRANZINO FILET PICCATAUS$30.00

                            LEMON CAPERS SAUCE W/ ASPARAGUS

                            DOLCI SPECIALI

                            DESSERT OF THE DAY

                            • FRUTTI DI BOSCOUS$16.00

                              MIX BERRIES VANILLA & STRAWBERRIES GELATO & CHANTILLY

                              • TORTA DI PEREUS$12.00

                                PEAR TART SERVED W/ FIOR DI LATTE

                                Last updated: March 19, 2025

                                What 2,867 people are saying

                                Riccardo Trattoria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                4.8
                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                • 4.7Food
                                • 4.8Service
                                • 4.6Ambience
                                • 4.5Value

                                Noise • Moderate

                                Review summary

                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                Riccardo Trattoria in Lincoln Park is celebrated for its "authentic Italian" cuisine and "consistently great" food. The intimate and cozy atmosphere makes it ideal for date nights. Guests appreciate the "attentive service" and extensive menu, even during busy times. Early bird specials offer excellent value, enhancing the overall dining experience.

                                2,867 Reviews

                                1. Jim VIP

                                  Chicago19 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 4
                                  I love this super authentic Italian place. The venison chop was the best I have ever had, and the service was outstanding. After I misordered a breaded piece of veal (I can’t eat gluten), the restaurant team immediately corrected my error…and they were all very nice about it. We’ll be back and so will our friends. Fantastic meal and service.

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                                2. David VIP

                                  Greater Boston40 reviews

                                  4.0

                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                  1. Overall 4
                                  2. Food 4
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Ambiance and service were good. The carbonara was very good. The rack of lamb was not tender and the spinach was very chewy.

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                                3. bubo VIP

                                  Chicago6 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  Dined on March 9, 2025

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 3
                                  Probably the ‘most Italian’ restaurant I have been to in US. I am Italian and the food I had today tasted authentic Italian. Excellent experience overall. The ambience is relatively simple as you would expect from a family oriented trattoria.

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                                4. OpenTable Diner

                                  Chicago1 review

                                  5.0

                                  Dined on March 8, 2025

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Food and service were amazing. Very good recommendation from our waiter. The grilled calamari was off the charts!

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                                5. Maggie

                                  Chicago9 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  Dined on February 27, 2025

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  I took a good friend to Riccardo Trattoria for her birthday. The service and food were wonderful. It is one of my favorite restaurants.

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                                6. Dan

                                  Chicago10 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  Dined on February 24, 2025

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 4
                                  Best authentic Italian in chicago, everything on menu is great.

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                                7. James

                                  Chicago2 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  Dined on February 18, 2025

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Great ambiance and great staff, we will be back soon!

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                                8. Kevin

                                  Milwaukee1 review

                                  5.0

                                  Dined on February 16, 2025

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  Had a great 3 course meal, the risotto were excellent

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                                9. Catherine VIP

                                  Chicago10 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  Dined on February 16, 2025

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  We had a wonderful dinner, supported by gracious service. Loved everything ,- especially the rigatoni Bolognese and penne alla vodka. Grazie!

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                                10. Rich

                                  Chicago11 reviews

                                  5.0

                                  Dined on February 14, 2025

                                  1. Overall 5
                                  2. Food 5
                                  3. Service 5
                                  4. Ambience 5
                                  We have been to Trattoria Riccardo since the week they opened.....19years ago yesterday! They have never disappointed us. The food and service are the best. In my opinion, Riccardo's is the best Italian restaurant in Chicago.

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                                FAQs

                                Riccardo Trattoria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 549-0038.

                                Riccardo Trattoria is rated 4.8 stars by 2867 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 31 times today
                                Google Map for Riccardo Trattoria

                                2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

                                Dining areas

                                Additional information

                                • Phone number
                                  (773) 549-0038
                                • Price
                                  $30 and under
                                • Cuisines
                                  Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
                                • Hours of Operation
                                  Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                • Dress code
                                  Business Casual
                                • Parking details
                                  Valet parking not available
                                • Payment Options
                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                • Executive Chef
                                  Riccardo Michi
                                • Delivery & takeout
                                  Order direct

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