Lardon is a salumeria in Logan Square with a fantastic Reuben.

Gioia is an upscale Italian restaurant in the West Loop.

Adalina is an upscale Italian restaurant in the Gold Coast.

Monteverde is the best Italian restaurant in Chicago. Order lots of pasta.

Ciccio Mio is a great Italian restaurant in River North from the team behind Gilt Bar and Bavette’s.

Eataly’s an Italian megastore with restaurants, bars, and lots of tourists.

Mart Anthony is a casual Italian restaurant in the West Loop.

Bella Notte is a small Italian restaurant in Wicker Park.

Tortello is a counter-service spot in Wicker Park specializing in handmade pasta.

Roebuck is a modern restaurant and cocktail bar in Lakeview serving wood fired pizzas.

Joe’s Imports is a wine bar and small plates place in the West Loop.

Pizano’s is a local Chicago pizza chain with both thin crust and deep dish pies.

Il Culaccino is an Italian restaurant right across the street from McCormick Place.

Frasca is a neighborhood staple that's great for families, serving pizza and pasta.

Figo is a casual wine bar in Lakeview that’s great for date night or splitting a bottle of wine and small plates with friends.

Zia’s Lago Vista is an Italian restaurant in Lakeview.