Nico Osteria

4.5

2547 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

A staple in Chicago's Gold Coast Neighborhood, Nico Osteria offers authentic Italian dining, curated into seasonally-inspired menus showcasing both classic favorites and regionally-inspired dishes, thanks to the creative approach of award-winning Executive Chef Jacob Veerstegen. Nestled inside Thompson Chicago, Nico Osteria delivers an approachable and welcoming experience for traveling foodies, locals and hotel guests alike. The dining room lends a warm backdrop for a menu of house-made pasta and impeccable seafood, Bar Nico (temporarily suspended operations)provides a casual, yet refined, bar setting for rustic fare, and the patio is the prime destination to enjoy Italian small plates and an Afternoon Aperitivo in warmer months.

We invite guests to contact us by phone for last-minute reservations.

Reservations are limited to 2 hours.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 994-7100
Website
http://www.nicoosteria.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jacob Verstegen
Private party facilities
Nico Osteria's private dining space, located on the second floor of the restaurant, is composed of three private dining rooms & a semi-private bar & lounge area. With floating walls, we can accommodate 100 guests for a seated breakfast, lunch, or dinner & 150 guests for a reception-style events
Private party contact
Private Events Team: (312) 994-7103

Location
1015 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
Rush and Bellevue
Parking details
Nico Osteria offers valet parking at the intersection of State St. and Bellevue Place
Public transit
The closest red line stops are at either Clark/Division or Chicago Avenue. The closest bus route, number 151, stops at Division and inner Lake Shore Drive.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Oysters on the Half Shell
Cherry Mignonette, Giardiniera
- per$3.50
Kampachi Crudo$18.00
Salmon Roe, Agromato, White Soy, Grapes, Sunflower Milk
Roasted Shellfish$17.00
Scallop, Sweet Corn, Manilla Clam, Mussels, Pecorino, Lemon Miso
Crispy Lamb Ribs$26.00
Marcona Almond, Agrodolce, Mint
Ocean Trout Nduja Bruschetta$15.00
Taleggio, Heirloom Cherry Tomato, Farm Greens
Brussels Sprout Bruschetta$13.00
Stracciatella, Hazelnuts, Lemon Honey

Insalata

Nichols Farm Tomato Salad$14.00
Stracciatella, Charred Scallion Tapenade, Pink Peppercorn
Werp Farm's Salad$13.00
Mixed Greens, Radish, Cucumber, Goat Cheese, Espelette Vinaigrette
Paolo's Burrata$17.00
Pistachio Pistou, Ground Cherries, Saba, Primolio, Focaccia

Contorni

Smashed Carrot Amandine$14.00
Brown Butter Carrots, Almonds, Roasted Russet Potato
Truffled Rutabaga Dumpling$16.00
Foraged Maitake Mushroom, local rutabaga
Hot Confit Potato Salad$12.00
Citrus Aioli, Sesame Seed, Crunchy Black Rice

Secondi

Gemelli Primavera$19.00
Cherry Tomatoes, Broccoli, Kale, Goat Cheese, White Wine
Mushroom Ragu$24.00
Pappardelle, Goat Cheese, Basil Gremolata
Rigatoni$21.00
Lamb Bolognese, Parmigiano Reggiano, Brown Butter Breadcrumbs
Smash Burger$18.00
Harissa Aioli, Pickles, Taleggio, Caramelized Onion
Salt-Roasted Celery Root$26.00
Dill Cream, Pecan, Pecorino, Celery Root Rice
Pan Seared Arctic Char$31.00
PEI Mussels, Cauliflower, Pears, Dill, Cream
Roasted Half-Chicken$28.00
Yogurt & Calabrian Chili Marinade, Farmer Greens, Sweet Corn, Berry Vinaigrette
Whole Grilled Branzino$45.00
Padron Giardiniera, Dolce Olio
Line Caught Seabass$45.00
Brussels Sprouts, Black Garlic, Mascarpone, Calabrian Chili
16oz Dry Aged Bone-In New York Strip Loin$62.00
Beef Jus, Sel de Gris

What 2,547 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
3.5Value

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2,547 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It was closed I had out of town guests and was so excited to go to the restaurant and got the evening I was not notified at all. Very disappointed
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LindaH
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
0n Dec 24, I got a reminder email for my reservation on 12/25. When we arrived, the restaurant was closed due to COVID-19. I don't have a problem with them closing for that reason, but I should have been notified. According to their FB page, they had been closed since 12/21. It was not fun to arrive with my family to find the place closed. Otherwise, I love Nico Osteria and would give it 5 stars. Thank you to Carmines who found a table for us despite not having a reservation.
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Boxhead1
Chicago
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
24hr notification on reservations closing for holiday weekend.
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Stew
Chicago
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was closed. I wanted to confirm my reservation with the restaurant and when I called there was a recording that said due to the rising cases the restaurant would be closed beginning 12/21. The restaurant didn’t even have the courtesy of calling me, or emailing me to let me know. Very poor customer service. I will never dine there as a result.
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MartyL
Chicago
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
So, the food here is okay, but the quality of service was inconsistent. When we walked in the host greeted us with a casual "What's Up?" Not exactly starting on the right foot. While our server was friendly, he did not set out items like bread and olive oil, and the necessary fork for the oysters I ordered, even though I saw the tables around us had them. The scallops we ordered were a very small portion, and the potatoes served with them were under cooked. We also waited almost an hour for our entrees, and while a restaurant manager came over to apologize, he didn't exactly give us confidence that everything would turn out smoothly. When they did arrive, the rigatoni was not seasoned properly, and the arctic char, while tasty, was simply a small piece of fish with a mussel or two, and nothing else. Our server comp'd our glasses of wine because of the delay of the entrees, and honestly I'm glad they did because both were the most awful I've ever ordered in a restaurant, oxidized and completely past their prime. I cannot in good confidence recommend anyone visit Nico Osteria. There are so many other great places with better service, food and drink, even in the neighborhood. Don't waste your time and money.
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JuliusL
VIP
Chicago
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great pasta!!!! Great food overall, but the pasta is fhe best anywhere!
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Vieva
Chicago
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We all had the pastas and they were delish. Nice atmosphere too.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thanksgiving
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LocalYokel
Chicago
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2021
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
oh how I wish this neighborhood spot would make it. The food is excellent if you can get it. The poor host called on Thanksgiving morning to say we would not be having the turkey special menu because our reservation was for the lunch menu (no mention of that on Open Table). Turkey was only on the dinner menu. If we'd known, we'd have gone to Francesca's but it was too late to make a reservation. Our reservation was at 2:30 and we were told to order soon because the kitchen closed at 3:00. We felt rushed. The menu is very limited and they were out of our favorite dishes. This has happened on other occasions at Nico. Some of the menu items on Open Table are not on the real menu when you get there. Who is advising them? There are seven restaurants at Rush & Bellevue and not one of them closes the kitchen between lunch & dinner, nor does the Pancake House close between breakfast and lunch. These are some of the many reasons Nico is empty, showing us once again that chefs do not make good managers.
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artsnminds
VIP
Chicago
70 reviews
3.0
70 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2021
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Nico Osteria is a fine hotel restaurant. The food was very tasty and the service friendly and warm. There was a sigificant lag between delivery of our salad and our entrees (about 25 - 30 minutes). Our charming waitress came by 2x in this window to let us know she'd check on it. The food and plates were hot when they arrived, indcating heat lamp use perhaps. The food was tasty, but the ambiance compromised. I'm not sure I'll return when there are many other options.
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1015 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

Cross street
Rush and Bellevue
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Nico Osteria offers valet parking at the intersection of State St. and Bellevue Place
Public transit
The closest red line stops are at either Clark/Division or Chicago Avenue. The closest bus route, number 151, stops at Division and inner Lake Shore Drive.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jacob Verstegen
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.nicoosteria.com/
Phone number
(312) 994-7100
Private party facilities
Nico Osteria's private dining space, located on the second floor of the restaurant, is composed of three private dining rooms & a semi-private bar & lounge area. With floating walls, we can accommodate 100 guests for a seated breakfast, lunch, or dinner & 150 guests for a reception-style events
Private party contact
Private Events Team: (312) 994-7103

Nico Osteria

Not available on OpenTable

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Menu

Primi

Oysters on the Half Shell

Kampachi Crudo$18.00

Roasted Shellfish$17.00

Crispy Lamb Ribs$26.00

Ocean Trout Nduja Bruschetta$15.00

Brussels Sprout Bruschetta$13.00

Insalata

Nichols Farm Tomato Salad$14.00

Werp Farm's Salad$13.00

Paolo's Burrata$17.00

Contorni

Smashed Carrot Amandine$14.00

Truffled Rutabaga Dumpling$16.00

Hot Confit Potato Salad$12.00

Secondi

Gemelli Primavera$19.00

Mushroom Ragu$24.00

Rigatoni$21.00

Smash Burger$18.00

Salt-Roasted Celery Root$26.00

Pan Seared Arctic Char$31.00

Roasted Half-Chicken$28.00

Whole Grilled Branzino$45.00

Line Caught Seabass$45.00

16oz Dry Aged Bone-In New York Strip Loin$62.00

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