Riccardo Trattoria

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   Edwin

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   The ambiance is slightly less enjoyable than a TGIFs. We had a party of six adults. We were initially seated at a small table by the door. We barely fit and being it winter, every time the door opened, cold air blew on our table. I identified another table that was large enough to accommodate and once the people sitting there left, we were relocated. The staff was sure to tell us to take our menus. That was the second time that I felt like walking out. The waiter was less than stellar and made us feel like an inconvenience. The food was par at best. I had the lobster ravioli. The lobster meat was miniature tails that looked like crayfish. The flavor was less than energetic. Overall experience was a never return.
   

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   stacy

   Tampa

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a wonderful birthday meal with my family ! The food was delicious ! I would recommend going for a fantastic meal.
   

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   Lori

   VIP

   Chicago

   34 reviews

   4.0

   34 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We love Ricardo’s Trattoria! The menu is extensive and food is always incredible. I always start with Hava brand with shaved truffles and cheese-delicious. This week we tried the pasta fagioli, which was good but not my favorite. A different style than I’m used to. We add omit the Osso Bucco and it was outstanding. Unfortunately we were once again sat at a table in the corner- looking at the corner of the room. They don’t put g th he chairs next to each other in the corner like most restaurants do. Might as well get delivery and eat at home- better view. We got there early and waited 20 minutes after our 7:45 reservation time to be sat so didn’t want to wait longer in the tiny vestibule longer for a different table. They should offer you a small wine while you wait since there is no bar. We were there for 40 minutes
   

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   Susie

   Des Moines

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was delicious! Too many choices! We selected one featured lobster/pasta dish and a melt in your mouth veal dish. The Italian wine went so well with the meal. But my boyfriend enjoyed their Italian beer. We weren’t rushed at all so we were able to take our time and enjoy the ambiance, the meal, and being together. One customer gave us some advice on their favorites. When we left they even came over and asked us how we enjoyed our evening. It couldn’t have been better. They shared with us that they have been coming for twenty years! We will be back! Susie & Ryan from Iowa
   

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   Sara

   Northern MI

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food and service! Highly recommend!! I had the short rib bolognese and it was outstanding! Hot and delicious
   

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   Jeffrey

   VIP

   Chicago

   81 reviews

   5.0

   81 reviews

   Dined on December 13, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The tagliolini al burro e parmigiano with white truffle was heaven. Arancini siciliani fritti exploded with flavor. For the main we had veal milanese and chicken breast milanese very good. The lava cake was great ending. The service was spot on. A great night!
   

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   Becky

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 12, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Outstanding service. Food was delicious. Great wine selection.
   

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   Debra

   Chicago

   55 reviews

   5.0

   55 reviews

   Dined on December 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a delicious treat to eat here and our waiter was fantastic too
   

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   Lorie

   VIP

   Chicago

   31 reviews

   5.0

   31 reviews

   Dined on December 7, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our dinner was fantastic! Beautiful ambiance and impeccable service. The veal Parmesan is to die for! After dinner I got the affogato which tasted like I was back in Italy. VERY authentic Italian dinner! We’ll be back!!
   

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    Karen

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Good restaurant with a great reputation. The only time open for reservation was 4p. We were the first ones there. The food was very good; but I expected better for $ 36 Pescatarian Risotto. It tasted reheated, and the texture was off so I would not recommend. Not a good choice since risotto takes a while to cook, I should have figured it was made the day before and reheated so then overcooked. The other two diners liked their entrees much more.
    

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