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Monteverde

Italian Restaurant$$$$
Near West Side, Chicago
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    Eater
    "Former Spiaggia chef Sarah Grueneberg"(2 Tips)
    Sandeep P.
    "Cacio whey pepe is on point"(2 Tips)
    maite a.
    "Homemade pasta and ricotta that is absolutely delightful."(2 Tips)
    Reserve
    "modern take on authentic Italian cuisine."(2 Tips)
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  • Eater
    EaterJuly 26, 2016
    The real play here is to build a DIY tasting of strange and familiar shapes and strands, culminating in the ragu alla Napoletana, soppressata meatballs, sausage and pork shank over fusilli! Read more
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    Zach SApril 16, 2018
    The stand out winners were the diver scallops, crostini, pesto pasta, and polenta fish rillette. Great home made pastas.
  • Laurie H.
    Laurie HardisonMarch 2, 2016
    Everything was fantastic! Party of 13 on a Friday night & service was flawless. We selected menu two days prior to our visit. Personalized menus were printed & set at each place setting. A++++
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KhuuMay 9, 2016
    Incredible Italian fine dining. Everything about it from the vibe, interiors, aesthetics, staff, wine, and esp the food was flawless. Come here on a Sat night at 8pm and you'll experience what I felt.
  • Abbie W.
    Abbie WFebruary 3, 2016
    PureWow: Homemade pasta is the name of the game. The restaurant churns out classic Italian dishes and a few with a modern twist. (The wok-fried arrabbiatta definitely falls into the latter camp.)
  • Dana D.heart icon on user image
    Dana DanielleSeptember 15, 2016
    Hand crafted pastas! Arrabbiata and Tortelli Verde are both full of flavor and delicious! You feel hip just being there!
  • Kim A.heart icon on user image
    Kim AnehallFebruary 2, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    The Arancini at Monteverde might be the best you can have on this side of the Atlantic while I believe Chef can give the ones in Rome a challenge as well.
  • Kevin M.
    Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 20, 2018
    Located in Chicago's West Loop-great staff greets you like you are a regular. Amazing food offerings. Very Popular so make reservations. Try the Skate Wing. YUM!
  • Erika D.heart icon on user image
    Erika DavisFebruary 13, 2016
    The pasta are made in-house and absolutely delicious. I was here for restaurant week, and both pasta and antipasto dish were awesome. Excellent customer service ... And wine 🍷
  • Olimpia G.
    Olimpia GonzalezApril 25, 2020
    Can’t go wrong here, everything is absolutely delicious! Sat at the bar and had a great experience
  • Jack V.heart icon on user image
    Jack VanOverloopFebruary 23, 2019
    Amazing. Ordered way too much but honestly happy with that decision. The ragu alla napoletana is enough for three people to split as their main dish.
  • Byron C.heart icon on user image
    Byron ChengJuly 14, 2017
    Great spot for brunch, not too crowded, good drinks, good food, great service. Would love to come back again for dinner!
  • Reserve
    ReserveJanuary 28, 2016
    Top Chef” alum Sarah Grueneberg’s new restaurant, Monteverde, offers a modern take on authentic Italian cuisine. Read more
  • Kaleigh S.heart icon on user image
    Kaleigh SAugust 1, 2016
    The ragu is deceptively big. Pictures don't do it justice. It will feed at least 3-4 people. Makes for delicious leftovers though!
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneJanuary 6, 2017
    This casual, affordable restaurant is perfect for the neighborhood, and her pastas (traditional and creative) are joyful and delicious. Read more
  • Amanda A.heart icon on user image
    Amanda AizussMarch 20, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    You can't go wrong here. Current faves on the menu: stuffed cabbage, tortelloni di zucca, gnocchetti con pesto
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    Cusp25August 25, 2019
    Loved everything- the bruschetta and pasta. Try the cacio whey Pepe
  • GQ Magazine
    GQ MagazineMay 31, 2016
    There is something lurid and Vegas-like about the two women making pasta on an elevated stage behind the bar at Monteverde, the Italian restaurant in Chicago's West Loop. Read more
  • Tim Z.heart icon on user image
    Tim ZuckertJuly 10, 2022
    Fresh fish, home made pasta and tons of tasty appetizers. Also great service.
  • Neel B.heart icon on user image
    Neel BhargavaFebruary 23, 2018
    Amazing pasta and great place for groups (if you can get a res)
  • Todd K.heart icon on user image
    Todd KunaDecember 4, 2019
    Really solid Italian from some old favorites to some new takes on what can be done with pasta
  • Danielle C.heart icon on user image
    Loved the spring vegetable salad. Pastas were flawless. Service was great.
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    TanAugust 29, 2018
    Great ambiance, amazing staff, and the Agnolotti was to die for!!
  • Matt D.heart icon on user image
    Matt DickerSeptember 16, 2018
    Not a bad dish on the menu, but the vanilla bean panna cotta with roasted stone fruit was the perfect finish to an outstanding meal.
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    MikeyOctober 10, 2017
    Fantastic brunch. Prosciutto and melon is a must.
  • celtic I.
    celtic IndianOctober 23, 2021
    Killer spot, go after 9:30pm . Easier to get table or eat at the bar
  • Daniel S.heart icon on user image
    Daniel SimmonsFebruary 15, 2017
    Sit at the bar to watch the pasta be made by hand.
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    DanielleJanuary 6, 2019
    I’m in the minority I know but we live in NYC and felt this meal was just OK...
  • Eater
    EaterJuly 25, 2016
    The pastas are the stars, such as cannelloni saltimbocca with merguez, manchego cheese, peas, harissa, and balsamico, many of which are made on a small demonstration stage of sorts behind the bar. Read more
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    maite aMarch 5, 2017
    Homemade pasta and ricotta that is absolutely delightful.
  • Eater
    EaterMay 30, 2018
    Start with a plate of burrata and ham, or a crisp salad, or ’nduja arancini — but reserve most of your appetite for the uplifting pastas. Read more
  • Matt w.
    This place was unbelievable. Get the skate. Try a pasta. Go for everything.
  • Eater
    EaterMarch 16, 2016
    Former Spiaggia chef Sarah Grueneberg spins her personal expression of Italian cuisine in sleek space with a show kitchen behind the bar on a less saturated stretch of the West Loop Read more
  • Jeanette Z.heart icon on user image
    Jeanette ZavalaAugust 4, 2019
    Stuffed blossoms. I've always wanted to try them and I'm glad it was at Monteverde
  • Jordanheart icon on user image
    JordanMay 5, 2016
    Fresh, handmade pastas were fantastic.
  • Shannon J.
    Shannon JeropkeFebruary 17, 2017
    Chef Sarah Grueneberg was nominated for Best chef: Great Lakes 2017 James Beard Award.
  • Andre W.heart icon on user image
    Andre WilliamsFebruary 10, 2017
    Great food and awesome environment
  • Sandeep P.
    Sandeep ParuchuriFebruary 19, 2016
    Cacio whey pepe is on point
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    OJune 3, 2017
    Any and all pasta dishes
  • Melon L.heart icon on user image
    Melon LNovember 4, 2018
    Pastas to die for.
  • Justin S.heart icon on user image
    Justin SofferMay 18, 2017
    Seasonal pastas, small plates
  • In Vitis Veritas
    In Vitis VeritasOctober 12, 2023
    Long time listener, first time caller
  • Erik S.heart icon on user image
    Erik SkurkaMarch 1, 2017
    Pasta is pretty decent
  • Ronald R.
    Ronald RzJuly 25, 2018
    Not respectful
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