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il Carciofo, Chicago, IL

il Carciofo

4.5
4.5
245 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 140 times today
  • Good for special occasions
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Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (872) 274-5862
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joe Flamm
  • Private party facilities
    Serving as a dedicated Pasta Lab by day, our intimate private dining room provides a unique backdrop for a variety of corporate and social events of all types and sizes. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (872) 274-5862
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    Fulton and Aberdeen
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Morgan CTA Station (Green & Pink Lines)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Chicago

    Most Booked

Review summary

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Il Carciofo delights with a vibrant atmosphere and "amazing" Roman cuisine, making it a standout in Chicago's dining scene. Guests rave about the "incredible" service and "delicious" dishes like the carbonara and artichoke appetizer. The open kitchen concept adds flair, though some find the noise level high. Overall, a "fantastic" experience awaits!
245 Reviews
  1. Anoop

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service. Disappointing wait experience. The team made up for it with some comped items.

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  2. Sloane

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Aglio e Olio was a perfectly executed pasta along with the crudo and mortadella. Will definitely be back.

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  3. Bryan

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good, but not GREAT. Service was attentive, but forceful in a strong push to order everything at the same time - which was delivered in a way that felt like it was more for the restuarant’s benefit than ours. We enjoyed the meal, but not rushing to go back a second time.

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  4. Nat

    VIP

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful meal once again. Chloe our waitress was attentive and very helpful with meal choices. Can’t wait to come back

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  5. Lashana

    VIP

    Chicago

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great service. Second time and will be back!

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  6. Florence

    VIP

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the most exquisite dining experiences we have ever had. The beautiful restaurant, the wonderful staff, the extraordinary Italian food, excellent drinks all made for one incredible experience.

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  7. Hannah

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely catch up with a very good friend over delicious food. Had the artichoke, the lamb, and the oxtail and pesto pastas. Everything was wonderful.

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  8. Dominika

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    It was fine. Service was pretty slow and they brought out one dish at a time for four people. I know they pace the meal for you but if a table orders multiple anti-pasta dishes and pastas it would make sense to bring out the dishes in each section together instead of one at a time. The carbonara was amazing as was the suppli pesto but the rest were just alright. I don’t think this new restaurant compares to Rosemary.

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  9. Beth

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was wonderful! Great service and amazing food!

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  10. Marisa

    VIP

    Chicago

    54 reviews

    3.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall, the food was fresh though there was nothing I had that quite fully hit the mark. The suppli ragu was pretty good, though I was left wanting for more tomato/acid/sauce. My partner enjoyed the lamb appetizer, but it wasn’t for me. I had the ravioli pasta and while it was fresh, it was under-seasoned. It’s not a place with salt on the table, so it wasn’t an easy fix. The rigatoni with the Calabrian chilis had a nice proper kick to it in the sauce for those who enjoy heat - but quickly felt one note. The boulevardier cocktail we ordered was much more Campari forward than whiskey forward, making for a weaker drink than we typically encounter for that choice (and price). The dessert options weren’t very compelling for us. The berries dessert was just ok. The chocolate gelato was decent and the portion of it was much larger than expected or desired. The best part was the service. Eric was a lovely presence; and the lady who was helping to clear plates and fill water was very attentive without being overbearing. When the bill came, the total cost just didn’t feel like a value for what we got. With tip, we landed around $220, which is a lot to pay for a meal for two that you weren’t very satisfied with. For perspective, I’d happily pay that with no remorse at chef Flamm’s other restaurant Rosemary any day. I don’t feel compelled to return to this spot, though.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 140 times today
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1045 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fulton and Aberdeen
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Morgan CTA Station (Green & Pink Lines)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joe Flamm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (872) 274-5862
  • Private party facilities
    Serving as a dedicated Pasta Lab by day, our intimate private dining room provides a unique backdrop for a variety of corporate and social events of all types and sizes. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (872) 274-5862
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