Italian Restaurant – West Loop. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.2 A friend and I were looking for a Sunday lunch spot in Fulton Market, but most places were fully booked—luckily, this one had an opening. We ordered the Bucatini Cacio e Pepe and the Baked Lasagna, and both were exactly what we needed. The lasagna, especially, […]
Pizza Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.9 Over the weekend, my friends and I stumbled upon a little NY-style pizza spot in Lakeview, and it was exactly what I’ve been looking for! (I know, ironic in Chicago, right?) It’s a small place with amazing staff. When we got there, they weren’t technically open yet,
Pizza Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.5 Zaza’s Pizzeria in Lakeview had been on my list for a while, and I finally got the chance to check it out with a friend. This low-key spot serves a variety of thin crust pizzas, and during lunch, they even offer pizza by the slice, which is
Neopolitan Pizzeria – Old Town. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.7 If there’s one thing that brings joy to my heart, it’s a fantastic pizza. Recently, I had the pleasure of experiencing the most amazing pizza I’ve had in Chicago so far. Honestly, I’m not sure if words can do it justice, but I’ll try my best
Dessert Shop – Little Italy. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.8 There’s a beloved tradition in Chicago that signals the start of summer: the opening of the city’s most popular Italian ice shop every May 1st. As newbies to this seasonal treat, my friend and I decided to check it out during the first week of May.
Italian-Inspired Bistro – Gold Coast. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.6 My friend and I decided to catch up over brunch at this beautiful restaurant in the Gold Coast neighborhood and the place didn’t disappoint. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, with a touch of elegance that made it perfect for
Italian – Hyde Park. Flavor Scale (1 – 5): 4.8 This was my first time dining in Hyde Park and let me tell you, Ascione Bistro did not disappoint! Arriving for brunch to celebrate a friend’s birthday, we were greeted by the stunning ambiance of the restaurant and welcomed by an exceptional server who made