Classy without being overly pretentious. Riccardo Trattoria is one of our favorite Italian restaurants around.

La Scarola is a low-key Italian spot in West Town.

Keeping up with the Joneses is dangerous, which is why you shouldn't be swayed by La Madia's fancy new dishes. Stick to the pizza.

Quartino is an Italian small plates spot in River North.

A Michigan Avenue dud. Labriola isn't worth your time.

The patio and BYOB policy alone are worth repeat trips, but the simple Italian food isn't a guarantee hit.

Homey Italian food in Ravenswood.

Low-key and reliable Italian food that's also BYOB.

Piccolo Sogno is a classic Italian restaurant complete with candlelight, white table clothes, and pure romance.

Nico Osteria is a seafood-focused Italian restaurant in the Gold Coast’s Thompson Hotel.

Bill and Giuliana Rancic force us to like them with excellent Italian food in a trendy setting.

An old school, family-run Italian joint that’s ideal for a casual dinner in Little Italy.

Topo Gigio is a classic Italian spot in Old Town that’s works for any occasion.

Pasta Palazzo is a casual Italian restaurant in Lincoln Park good for an easy and cheap meal.

Coda Di Volpe is a family-friendly restaurant in Lakeview serving Italian food and wood-fired pizzas.

La Storia is a reliably good upscale Italian Restaurant in the Gold Coast.