Il Culaccino

4.2

1096 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals

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Il Culaccino, the new fine Italian dining restaurant presented by the Franco’s Restaurant Group, comes to McCormick Square in Spring 2019. Anchored in the Arrive Lex Apartment Tower, 2134 South Indiana, Il Culaccino is just steps away from Wintrust Arena and a short walk from McCormick Place. At Il Culaccino, you’ll enjoy unique wines and delicious plates accompanied by the friendly and superior service that has become the hallmark of Franco’s Restaurant Group, family-owned since 1989.

Be prepared to have your senses thrilled at Il Culaccino, before or after exploring McCormick Square, Chicago’s most exciting and vibrant new entertainment district.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 794-5300
Website
http://ilculaccino.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
2134 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60616-4930
Neighborhood
South Loop
Cross street
Cermak And Indiana
Parking details
Valet Friday-Sunday Evenings, Street Parking, Validated Parking in building garage
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Grilled Calamari$16.00
Served with Mixed Greens, Balsamic Drizzle
Fried Calamari$15.00
Bruschetta$9.00
Sausage & Peppers$15.00
With Roasted Potatoes and Onions
Nonna's Meatballs$14.00
Marinara, Parmesan
Stuffed Peppers$16.00
Sausage, Zesty Tomato Sauce
Imported Burrata$19.00
With Sun-dried Tomatoes and Pesto
Salsiccia e Rapini Pizzette$14.00
Sausage, Calabrian Chilis, Rapini, Mozzarella
Bruschetta Pizzette$12.00
Homemade Bruschetta Mix with Mozzarella and Fresh Basil
Franco's Pizzette$14.00
Sausage, Peppers, Caramelized Onions, Mozzarella
Baked Clams$12.00
Half dozen per order
Soup of the Day
- Bowl$7.00
Whipped Ricotta Tuffo$14.00
Ricotta, Orange Marmalade, Honey, Crostinis

Insalata

Caprese$12.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Salad$12.00
Mixed Greens, Candied Walnuts, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$12.00
Romaine, Croutons, Caesar Dressing
House Salad$9.00
Mixed Greens, Tomatoes, Onions, Carrots, Balsamic Dressing
Nonna's Meatball Salad$16.00
Romaine, Carrots, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Italian Vinaigrette, Nonna's Meatball
Chopped Salad$13.00
Carrots, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Roasted Peppers, Pasta, Blue Cheese
Mario's Salad$14.00
Romaine, Mixed Field Greens, Olives, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Pepperoncini, Provolone, Salami, Italian Vinaigrette
Arugula Salad$12.00
Shaved Parmigiano Regiano Cheese, Italian Vinaigrette, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion

Pasta

Gluten free pasta options available

Jumbo Rigatoni$18.00
Nonna's Sunday Gravy
Pipette "Little Pipes" alla Vodka$17.00
Vodka Cream Sauce, Fresh Ricotta
Fettuccini alla Franco$20.00
Mushrooms, Chicken, Pesto Cream Sauce
Orecchiette$18.00
Chicken, Spinach, Tomatoes, White Wine Sauce
Shrimp Fra Diavolo$24.00
Linguini, Shrimp, Zesty Marinara Sauce
Fusilli$18.00
Red Peppers, Peas, Light Tomato Sauce
Pasta Marinara$16.00
Choice of Penne, Rigatoni or Capellini
Penne Buttera$18.00
Sausage, Peas, Tomato Cream Sauce
Housemade Gnocchi
- Fresh Tomato Sauce$18.00
- Al Forno Style with Provolone and Ricotta$22.00
Tortellini Carbonara$19.00
Prosciutto, Peas, Cream Sauce
Bucatini$19.00
Calabrian Chilis, Crumbled Sausage, Roasted Garlic, Fresh Tomatoes
Rigatoni Arrabbiata$18.00
Zesty Marinara Sauce, Prosciutto
Spicy Penne Pesto$17.00
Spicy Pesto Cream Sauce, Prosciutto, Capers
Pappardelle$24.00
Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes, Spinach in a White Wine Sauce
Daily Risotto
- MP
Linguini with Clam Sauce$25.00
Sautéed and Chopped Clams, White Wine or Spicy Tomato Sauce

Entrata

Eggplant Parmigiana$18.00
Served on a Bed of Pasta
Pan Seared Salmon$24.00
Spinach, Tomatoes, Garlic, Roasted Potatoes
Bone-In Chicken Vesuvio$24.00
Bone-In, Peas, Roasted Garlic, Vesuvio Potatoes
Parmigiana
Served on a Bed of Pasta. Choice of Preparation:
- Chicken$24.00
- Veal$28.00
Limone
Lemon Butter Sauce, Served with Pasta. Choice of Preparation:
- Chicken$24.00
- Veal$28.00
Marsala
Mushrooms, Sweet Marsala Wine, Served with Pasta. Choice of Preparation:
- Chicken$24.00
- Veal$28.00
Milanese
Breaded Cutlet, Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, Italian Vinaigrette, Served on a Bed of Roasted Potatoes. Choice of Preparation:
- Chicken$24.00
- Veal$28.00
Calabrese
Mushrooms, Potatoes, Peppers, Onions. Choice of Preparation:
- Chicken$24.00
- Veal$28.00
Giardiniera
Breaded Cutlet, House-Made Giardiniera, Roasted Potatoes. Choice of Preparation:
- Chicken$24.00
- Veal$28.00
Bone-In Berkshire Pork Chop*
Marsala, Vesuvio, or Calabrese Style
- 20 oz$25.00

Prime Cuts

Prime Ribeye*
Prime Filet*

Sides

Spinach, Mushrooms, or Rapini$7.00
Sausage$9.00
Italian Fries$7.00
Potatoes$7.00
Vesuvio or roasted

Wine List

Reds

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir, Meiomi, California
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$38.00
Pinot Noir, Josh Cellars, California
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$42.00
Pinot Noir, J Lohr Falcon's Perch, Monterey, CA
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$28.00
Pinot Noir, J Vineyard, Monterey, CA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$38.00

Merlot & Malbec

Merlot, Seven Falls, Wahluke Slope, WA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$26.00
Malbec, Trapiche Broquel, Mendoza, AR
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$28.00

Chianti & Super Tuscan

Chianti Monsanto Monrosso, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$28.00
Chianti Classico, Querceto, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$28.00
Chianti Classico, Ruffino Tan Label, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$50.00
Super Tuscan, Rocca Delle Macie Sasyr, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$26.00
Super Tuscan, Capezzana Barco Reale, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$26.00
Super Tuscan, Ruffino Modus, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$48.00

Cabernet

Cabernet Sauvignon, Joel Gott 815 California
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$36.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Hess Shirtail, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$38.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Decoy, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$40.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Roth, Napa Valley, CA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$42.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Simi, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$60.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Joseph Carr, Napa Valley, CA
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$52.00
Meritage, Coppola Claret, California
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$36.00
Meritage, Intrinsic, Columbia Valley, WA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$48.00
Pinot Noir, Primarius Reserve, Willamette Valley, OR
- Bottle$55.00
Pinot Noir, Charles Krug, Carneros, CA
- Bottle$55.00
Pinot Noir, Erath, Willamette Valley, OR
- Bottle$65.00
Pinot Noir, Enroute 'Les Pommiers', Russian River Valley, CA
- Bottle$115.00
Merlot, Markham, Napa Valley, CA
- Bottle$48.00
Merlot, Duckhorn, Napa
- Bottle$68.00
Merlot, Staggs Leap, Napa
- Bottle$64.00
Merlot, Thorn by the Prisoner Wine Co., Napa Valley, CA
- Bottle$68.00
Merlot, Nickel & Nickel 'Bear Flat', Napa, CA
- Bottle$90.00
Malbec, Luigi Bosca Reserve, Mendoza, AR
- Bottle$34.00
Malbec, Terrazas Reserva, Mendoza, AR
- Bottle$45.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Coppola Director's Cut, Sonoma, CA
- Bottle$38.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin, Paso Robles, CA
- Bottle$45.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, J Lohr 'Hilltop', Paso Robles, CA
- Bottle$64.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cuttings, Napa, CA
- Bottle$70.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Mt Veeder, Napa, CA
- Bottle$85.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan, Alexander Valley, CA
- Bottle$130.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus, Napa, CA
- Bottle$165.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Chimney Rock, Napa, CA
- Bottle$240.00
Malbec Blend, Hess Lion Tamer, Carneros, CA
- Bottle$74.00
Blend, Orin Swift Abstract, California
- Bottle$65.00

Meritage

Meritage, The Prisoner, Napa, CA
- Bottle$72.00
Meritage, Mondavi 'Maestro', Napa, CA
- Bottle$95.00
Meritage, Justin Isoseles, Paso Robles, CA
- Bottle$95.00
Meritage, Insignia, Napa, CA
- Bottle$580.00
Meritage, Opus One, Napa, CA
- Bottle$475.00
Meritage, Dominus, Napa, CA
- Bottle$560.00
Chianti Classico, Ruffino Aziano, Chianti Classico, IT
- Bottle$36.00
Chianti Rufina, Frescobaldi Nipozzano RSV, Chianti Rufina, IT
- Bottle$32.00
Chianti Classico RSV, Rocca Delle Macie, Chianti Classico, IT
- Bottle$55.00
Chianti Classico, Querciabella, Chianti Classico, IT
- Bottle$55.00
Chianti Classico, Ruffino Gold, Chianti Classico, IT
- Bottle$74.00

Brunello and Barolo

Super Tuscan, Frescobaldi Montesodi, Tuscany, IT
- Bottle$68.00
Brunello di Montalcino, Nanneti, Brunello di Montalcino, IT
- Bottle$105.00
Brunello di Montalcino, Fuligni, Brunello di Montalcino, IT
- Bottle$170.00
Brunello di Montalcino, Gaja, Brunello di Montalcino, IT
- Bottle$205.00
Barbaresco, Pertinace Macarini, Piedmont, IT
- Bottle$80.00
Barbaresco, Gaja, Piedmont, IT
- Bottle$415.00
Barolo, Fontanafredda Serralunga, Piedmont, IT
- Bottle$88.00
Barolo, Einaudi Cannubi, Piedmont, IT
- Bottle$170.00
Ripasso, Santi Solane, Veneto, IT
- Bottle$45.00
Amarone, Righetti Capitel Roari, Veneto, IT
- Bottle$72.00
Amarone, Rocca Sveva, Veneto, IT
- Bottle$124.00
Primitivo, Matane Manduria, Apulia, IT
- Bottle$38.00

Sparkling

Mionetto Brut Prosecco (187ml) Prosecco, IT
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$30.00
Mionetto Brut Prosecco (750 ml) Prosecco, IT
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$34.00
Lola Moscato d'Asti (187ml) Piedmont, IT
- Glass$11.00
Chandon NV Brut Rose (187ml) California
- Glass$12.00
Lambrusco, Cavicchioli 1928 NV Piedmont, IT
- Bottle$22.00
Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial NV Epernay, FR
- Bottle$90.00
Clicquot Yellow Label NV Reims, FR
- Bottle$90.00
Clicquot Brut Rose NV Reims, FR
- Bottle$125.00
Cristal Brut '06 Reims, FR
- Bottle$425.00
Dom Perignon Brut '08 Epernay, FR
- Bottle$325.00

Whites

Pinot Grigio

Pinot Grigio, Barone Fini, Valdadige, Italy
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$24.00
Pinot Grigio, Terlato, Friuli, Italy
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$38.00
Pinot Gris, J Vineyards, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$38.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc, Brancott, Marlborough, NZ
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$24.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Brassfield Estates, High Valley, CA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$28.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Cloudy Bay, Marlborough, NZ
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$44.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Hess Shirtail, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$36.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Duckhorn, Napa Valley, CA
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$44.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Orin Swift Blank Stare, Sonoma, CA
- Bottle$48.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau de Sancerre, Sancerre, FR
- Bottle$55.00

Chardonay

Chardonnay, Ferrari Carano, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$36.00
Chardonnay, Folie a Deux RSV, Russian River Valley, CA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$24.00
Chardonnay, Hess Shirtail, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$36.00
Chardonnay, Simi RSV, Russian River Valley, CA
- Bottle$55.00
Chardonnay, Cakebread, Napa, CA
- Bottle$82.00
Chardonnay, Jordan, Alexander Valley, CA
- Bottle$70.00
Chardonnay, Nickel & Nickel Truchard, Napa, CA
- Bottle$110.00
Chardonnay, Far Niente, Napa, CA
- Bottle$135.00

Other

Riesling, Schmitt Sohne Blue, Rheinhessen, GER
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$22.00
Moscato, Folonari, Lombardy, IT
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$22.00
White Blend, Conundrum (1.0L) California
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$38.00
Orin Swift Mannequin, California
- Bottle$64.00
Other White, Stemmari 'Dalila', Sicily, IT
- Bottle$38.00
Other White, Ruffino Moscato d'Asti Piedmont, IT
- Bottle$26.00
Other White, Frescobaldi Massovivo (Vermentino) Tuscany, IT
- Bottle$38.00
Riesling, Eroica, Columbia Valley, WA
- Bottle$32.00

Rose

Ferrari Carano, Sonoma, CA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$29.00
Bertrand Cotes des Roses, Languedoc, FR
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$38.00
Cht d'Esclans Whispering Angel, Provence, FR
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$40.00

What 1,096 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Il Culaccino offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and service." The restaurant features a charming outdoor patio, "spacious yet cozy" ambiance, and attentive staff. Guests rave about the authentic Italian cuisine, especially the pasta dishes and tiramisu. Conveniently located near McCormick Place, it's perfect for pre-event dining.

1,096 Reviews

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Trevor VIP
Tampa33 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The bucatini was excellent!!!! I would definitely go back here for a meal.
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Frank
Greater Boston139 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow what a great find! In town for IHA Show staying at Home2Suite and walked across the street for dinner. I knew would be good when I heard the 80’s music playing 😉, but the chicken parm and house salad were top shelf, and the service “team” never stopped checking in, filling my water, and doing what has become a lost art of customer service. Told the owner on my way out (another sign of a great spot, a present owner). Be sure to check out, won’t be disappointed!
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Laura VIP
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service!! I come here every time I’m in town.
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Joseph
Chicago4 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Expected more for how much I paid. House salad OK… Sauce lacked substance. Seemed as if came from a jar rather than created in the kitchen. Large number of patrons.. little staff. For being next to a major convention center I feel that management should keep ratio of staff to customers at a reasonable level.
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Victor
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was good and the food was delicious, but like every Italian restaurant these days, the prices are higher
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S VIP
Chicago2 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Good food, but truly terrible service. And it wasn’t even busy.
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Kimberly
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food bread and amazing wine selection. Dessert was amazing!!
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Travis
Chicago1 review
4.0
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wish they could split a check at the register.. would have helped!
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Deitra
Chicago24 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service, as we had tix for a show downtown.
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Terry VIP
Chicago12 reviews
3.0
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Didn’t seem that busy but we were seated in the tent structure near the bar. That was convenient only for the bartender who ended up also being our server. Service was very slow because the bartender had plenty of bartending to keep him busy. He also didn’t seem to have much experience serving, so perhaps someone was out sick. Two of us got splashed with ice water early on and the hostess (likely manager) came by to apologize. Offered to pay for the round of drinks. Bill came with credit for one of the three drinks. I questioned it and was credited for a second drink. We were trying a new place as it’s close to home. Most likely we’ll stick with our regular spot.
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FAQs

Il Culaccino offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Il Culaccino also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 794-5300.

Il Culaccino is rated 4.2 stars by 1096 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 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2134 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60616-4930

Additional information

Cross street
Cermak And Indiana
Neighborhood
South Loop
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet Friday-Sunday Evenings, Street Parking, Validated Parking in building garage
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://ilculaccino.com/
Phone number
(312) 794-5300

Il Culaccino

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Fusilli

Orecchiette

Pappardelle

Antipasti

Grilled Calamari$16.00

Fried Calamari$15.00

Bruschetta$9.00

Sausage & Peppers$15.00

Nonna's Meatballs$14.00

Stuffed Peppers$16.00

Imported Burrata$19.00

Salsiccia e Rapini Pizzette$14.00

Bruschetta Pizzette$12.00

Franco's Pizzette$14.00

Baked Clams$12.00

Soup of the Day

Whipped Ricotta Tuffo$14.00

Insalata

Caprese$12.00

Roasted Beet Salad$12.00

Caesar Salad$12.00

House Salad$9.00

Nonna's Meatball Salad$16.00

Chopped Salad$13.00

Mario's Salad$14.00

Arugula Salad$12.00

Pasta

Jumbo Rigatoni$18.00

Pipette "Little Pipes" alla Vodka$17.00

Fettuccini alla Franco$20.00

Orecchiette$18.00

Shrimp Fra Diavolo$24.00

Fusilli$18.00

Pasta Marinara$16.00

Penne Buttera$18.00

Housemade Gnocchi

Tortellini Carbonara$19.00

Bucatini$19.00

Rigatoni Arrabbiata$18.00

Spicy Penne Pesto$17.00

Pappardelle$24.00

Daily Risotto

Linguini with Clam Sauce$25.00

Entrata

Eggplant Parmigiana$18.00

Pan Seared Salmon$24.00

Bone-In Chicken Vesuvio$24.00

Parmigiana

Limone

Marsala

Milanese

Calabrese

Giardiniera

Bone-In Berkshire Pork Chop*

Prime Cuts

Prime Ribeye*

Prime Filet*

Sides

Spinach, Mushrooms, or Rapini$7.00

Sausage$9.00

Italian Fries$7.00

Potatoes$7.00

Wine List

Reds

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir, Meiomi, California

Pinot Noir, Josh Cellars, California

Pinot Noir, J Lohr Falcon's Perch, Monterey, CA

Pinot Noir, J Vineyard, Monterey, CA

Merlot & Malbec

Merlot, Seven Falls, Wahluke Slope, WA

Malbec, Trapiche Broquel, Mendoza, AR

Chianti & Super Tuscan

Chianti Monsanto Monrosso, Tuscany, Italy

Chianti Classico, Querceto, Tuscany, Italy