Riccardo Trattoria

4.7

2864 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 39 times today

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.

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.

Popular dishes

LINGUINE SCOGLIOUS$34.00
SEAFFOD AND SHELLFISH IN A ZESTY TOMATO SAUCE
RISOTTO SPINACI E GORGONZOLAUS$28.00
SPINACH AND GORGONZOLA TOP W/ ROASTED PINENUTS
PAPPARDELLE AL TELEFONOUS$28.00
TOMATO BASIL AND MOLTEN MOZZARELLA
FETTUCINE CARCIOFI E PARMIGIANOUS$28.00
GARLIC ARTICHOKES BUTTER & PARMESAN SAUCE

CARNE E PESCE

MEAT & FISH SPECIAL OF THE DAY

RACK OF LAMB MILANESEUS$34.00
BREADED, ARUGULA, GRAPE TOMATO BALSAMIC
BEEF SHORT RIBS BRASATOUS$36.00
CHIANTI WINE SAUCE, PORCINI OVER RISOTTO PARMIGIANO
GRILLED SALMON GENOVESEUS$20.00
OVER CRUSHED POTATOES TOP W/ PESTO
PEPPERED AHI TUNA TAGLIATAUS$34.00
GRAPE TOMATO, CANNELLINI BEANS RED ONION
BRANZINO FILET PICCATAUS$30.00
LEMON CAPERS SAUCE W/ ASPARAGUS

DOLCI SPECIALI

DESSERT OF THE DAY

TORTA DELLA NONNAUS$12.00
LEMON TART SERVED WITH FIOR DE LATTE GELATO

What 2,864 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

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Riccardo Trattoria offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional food and service." Guests rave about the "authentic Italian" dishes, including outstanding pasta and veal specialties. The "energetic vibe" and cozy atmosphere enhance the overall experience. While some report occasional service hiccups, the majority appreciate the "friendly, attentive" staff.

2,864 Reviews

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Maggie
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
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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Dan
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
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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James
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
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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Kevin
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
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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Catherine
VIP
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
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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Rich
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
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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Azzam
VIP
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always exceptional food and excellent service. Pasta dishes are incredibly fresh and flavorful.
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Frank
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was excellent. We had squash blossoms, fettuccini with shrimp & fish. All perfectly cooked. The bread was light and amazing w/ olive oil.
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Pamela
Chicago
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had six people for a birthday dinner and the experience overall was excellent -- great food, service and ambience, and a very authentic Italian menu. The patrons are "packed in like sardines" in this small dining room (which at first I thought would bother me but over time it actually contributed to the restaurant's energetic vibe). That said, some reading this may care to know that a man at the table next to ours injected himself into our conversation several times, and although we didn't mind as he was very friendly and funny, just know that eavesdropping appears to be common here given the minimal distance between tables. Two of our guests chose the restaurant week menu, which had so many great options that it was difficult to choose. I had the rigatoni buttera, and although I love al dente pasta, this dish was a tad too firm (but it tasted great so I gobbled it up anyway). The braised rib pasta was fantastic, and so was the steak entree. Value is my only lower score -- mainly because the portion sizes didn't always fit the price. We did not end up using the valet ($14) because we found free (unmetered) street parking within a half block of the restaurant so that was an added bonus. On balance, it was an extremely positive experience and we will definitely return!
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Alexander
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Best Italian food in Chicago. Great service and a wonderful experience
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Riccardo Trattoria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 549-0038.

Riccardo Trattoria is rated 4.7 stars by 2864 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 39 times today

2119 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

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

Riccardo Trattoria

Make a reservation

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Happy Hour menu 4PM-6PM Sunday -Thursday

RISOTTO MONZESE

RISOTTO PESCATORA

VEAL SCALOPPINE PARMIGIANA

ANTIPASTI

FRIED STUFFED ZUCCHINI BLOSSOMSUS$20.00

OCTOPUS & CALAMARI LUCIANAUS$18.00

FOCACCIA ZUCCHINE E PARMIGIANOUS$16.00

ZUPPA

MINESTRONE GENOVESEUS$14.00

PASTA E RISOTTO

LINGUINE SCOGLIOUS$34.00

RISOTTO SPINACI E GORGONZOLAUS$28.00

PAPPARDELLE AL TELEFONOUS$28.00

FETTUCINE CARCIOFI E PARMIGIANOUS$28.00

CARNE E PESCE

RACK OF LAMB MILANESEUS$34.00

BEEF SHORT RIBS BRASATOUS$36.00

GRILLED SALMON GENOVESEUS$20.00

PEPPERED AHI TUNA TAGLIATAUS$34.00

BRANZINO FILET PICCATAUS$30.00

DOLCI SPECIALI

TORTA DELLA NONNAUS$12.00

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