Angelo's Wine Bar

Name: Angelo's Wine Bar
Address: 3026 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, 60618
Telephone: (773) 539-0111
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

582 Reviews

$30 and under

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines
Good for groups

Founded in 1962, Reinvented 2016. From neighborhood pizzeria to state of the art Wine Bar widely regarded as one of Chicago's best.

Chef Samuel Leal expertly composes fresh, seasonal and meticulously selected ingredients of the best quality available at market. Master Mixologist Meaghan Walsh designs and crafts luxury cocktails by hand, including her innovative collection of wine based "d'Vine Cocktails" prominently listed on the dinner menu. Sommelier Gigi Bredoux thoughtfully curates, and colorfully hosts, one of the most interactive, engaging and customer-centric wine programs in the city, very possibly the entire country.

2022 Wine Spectator Magazine "Award of Excellence" winner, beautifully appointed, exceptionally comfortable, and superbly maintained; Angelo's Wine Bar aspires to provide its northwest side Chicago neighborhood with "destination quality" hospitality, neighborly prices, and service "on a first name basis".

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Wine Bar, American, Italian
Hours of Operation
Sun 11:30–20:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:30
Phone number
(773) 539-0111
Website
http://www.angeloswinebar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Samual Leal
Catering
We offer outside catering for large groups: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Private party facilities
We custom design your private dining, or semi-private event according to budget and taste. You may view our party menus on our website.

Location
3026 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Area
Albany Park
Cross Street
Montrose & Whipple
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
CTA #78 bus Montrose/Sacramento StopCTA Brown Line Francisco StopCTA #82 bus Kimball/Montrose Stop
Entertainment
Live Music Wednesday Nights
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

JAZZ-N-JUICE
Multiple dates available
Wed - 16:00 - 21:15
WEDNESDAYS ARE WINESDAYS at Angelo's Wine Bar with 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine, Live Jazz and Good Company. Cut your Work Week in Half, Unwind, and make your Hump Day a Happy Day with Flavorful Food, Divine Wine, Easy Conversation, and Smooth Sounds. New entertainers perform weekly - No Cover - 2 Sets - 7PM - 9:30PM.

Popular dishes

Opera Prima, Brut, Spain, NV
Cheese pairing: "Trillium" Camembert, USA
Matua Valley, Sauvignon Blanc, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, 2020
Cheese pairing: Bellissimo, Chréve, Italy
Donna Laura, Chianti Classico, "Bramosia", Tuscany, Italy, 2019
Cheese pairing: Cucina Andolina, Pecorino-Romano, Italy
Opolo, Zinfandel, "Sumit Creek", Paso Robles, CA, 2020
Cheese pairing: Mill Dance, Smoked Gouda, Holland
Dow's, Tawny Port, Porto, "10 Year Old", Douro, Portugal
Cheese pairing: Hook's Blue "Paradise" Blue Cheese, Denmark

Main

CharcuterieUS$32.00
Chef's selection of cured meats, pâté, artisan cheeses, crudité, preserves, nuts and crostini. Barrel Tasting Flight
Bruschetta
choose one: cherry tomato, goat cheese, basil, pesto, balsamic reduction; prosciutto, port wine poached fig jam, ricotta, fresh arugula; whipped ricotta, clover honey, balsamic reduction
- 2pcUS$6.00
Calamari FrittiUS$15.75
choose one: garlic confit aioli, house made giardiniera; sweet Thai chili, black sesame; marinara, lemon, parsley

Favorites

Burrata CapreseUS$15.75
heirloom tomatoes, garlic oil, chive, basil, balsamic, grilled ciabatta
Baked Goat CheeseUS$14.25
spicy diavolo sauce, garlic oil, balsamic glaze, house pesto, grilled ciabatta & multigrain baguette
Stuffed MushroomsUS$9.25
garlic, pecorino-romano, goat cheese, parsley, thyme, breadcrumbs
Arancini SuperfinoUS$8.25
divola and pecorino-romano
DipUS$12.50
chipotle spinach artichoke dip and house made crostinis
Salmon CakesUS$11.95
signature remoulade
Crispy Pork BellyUS$9.95
house barbeque, frisée and grilled scallions

Salads

Angelo'sUS$9.95
lettuce mix, cherry tomato, red onion, carrot, cucumber, croutons, hardboiled egg, choice of dressing
CaesarUS$8.95
romaine, grated parmesan, cracked pepper, homemade croutons, parmesan crisp, anchovy fillet
MediterraneanUS$10.95
spring greens, artichoke, cherry tomato, red onion, cucumber, kalamata olive, feta cheese, basil, white balsamic dressing
AntipastoUS$12.95
lettuce mix, salami, prosciutto, pepperoni, kalamata olive, green olive, black olive, roasted red pepper, artichoke, mozzarella, italian vinaigrette
Spring SaladUS$10.95
spring lettuces, frisée, blanched fiddlehead ferns, tri- color baby carrots, orange supreme, and lemon-mint vinaigrette

Pastas

Iron Skillet LasagnaUS$19.50
prepared a la minute, ricotta, mozzarella, spinach, bolognese
White LasagnaUS$19.50
prepared a la minute, grilled chicken, spinach, ricotta, mozzarella and white sauce
Cacio e PepeUS$16.95
spaghetti, cracked pepper, pecorino-romano
GnocchiUS$18.95
vodka pomodoro, basil, ricotta, pecorino-romano
Rigatoni VerdureUS$19.95
hand-harvested fiddlehead ferns, foraged ramps, oyster mushrooms, artichoke hearts, whipped black truffle ricotta and ramp broth
Carbonara*US$16.95
spaghetti, pecorino-romano, bacon, white sauce, egg yolk, chives
BologneseUS$19.50
pappardelle, pecorino-romano
Drunken BucatiniUS$20.50
red wine, bolognese, fresh basil, pecorino-romano
Seafood Fettuccine*US$25.50
sea scallops, shrimp, lemon, chili pepper, garlic, parsley, lemon-butter
Alfredo*US$23.50
fettucine, grilled chicken breast, broccoli, pecorino-romano, white sauce
Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$19.95
pomodoro
Seasonal RisottoUS$20.95
oyster mushrooms, foraged wild ramps and asiago

Plates

grilled artesian ciabatta $1.50 - house focaccia $5

Grilled Fillet of Salmon*US$25.75
onion bhaji, tri-color carrot salad and mint-coriander chutney
Seared Sea Scallops*US$28.75
roasted cauliflower velouté, curly endive, pickled cucumbers and mustard seed
Jumbo Shrimp*US$25.75
tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, fresno chili peppers, garlic and creamy pecorino polenta
Piccata*US$23.25
lightly breaded breast of chicken sauteed with lemon, white wine, capers, and fettucine
Double Breast of Chicken*US$23.50
country fried or backyard grilled, cabbage slaw, mac-n-cheese
Grilled Pork Chop*US$26.75
glazed heirloom carrots and herbed yogurt
Steak Au Poivre*US$32.95
14oz hand cut new york strip steak and crispy onion strings
Angelo's Burger*US$14.25
double beef patties, house smoked slab bacon and sharp cheddar cheeseburger with caramelized onions, lettuce, whole grain mustard mayo and grilled brioche bun

Sides-n-Shares

MeatballsUS$16.95
fennel sausage, veal, pancetta, demi-glace, pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, grilled ciabatta
Sausage & PeppersUS$16.95
fennel sausage, roasted red pepper, caramelized onion, marinara, potato, grilled ciabatta
Glazed Baby CarrotsUS$9.95
brown sugar and chili flake
Crispy CauliflowerUS$12.95
our house favorite with mint, cilantro, panko, nước mắm chấm
Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$8.95
tossed with pickled red onion, sambal aioli, cilantro and lime
House SlawUS$7.25
crunchy cabbage, creamy dill
Salt Roasted PotatoesUS$7.95
garlic and pecorino-romano
Smashed PotatoesUS$7.95
cream cheese and chives
French Fries or Onion RingsUS$6.25
Mac & CheeseUS$7.25
from scratch
Tossed SpaghettiUS$7.95
olive oil, garlic, parsley

Aperitifs

enjoy neat or with a spritz of seltzer, tonic or sprite

AperolUS$11.75
CampariUS$10.75
Nardini AmaroUS$9.75
Nonino QuintessentiaUS$14.75
Cocchi RosaUS$9.50
SuzeUS$12.75

D'Vine Cocktails

specialty cocktails from the wine bar

Angelo's FrozéUS$12.50
rosé wine, elevate vodka, pamplemousse, fresh lemonade, fresh grapefruit juice, luxardo cherries
Florentia RomanticaUS$13.75
brachetto d'acqui, elevate vodka, fresh lemon juice, demerara syrup, peychaud's aromatics
Put'n on the SpritzUS$13.75
prosecco, aperol, elevate gin, oscar.697 rosso, seltzer, sliced orange
Toast of the TownUS$14.25
the classic champagne cocktail; raw sugar cube soaked with hennessy vsop and orange bitters, prosecco sparkling brut, orange peel garnish
Asti SalutiUS$14.75
moscato d'asti, elevate gin, fresh orange juice, sliced orange, rosemary sprig

Craft Cocktails

classic and contemporary

Love Potion #60618US$12.75
a thirst inducing potion of fruit de la passion, plantation 3star rum, lip puckering lime juice, sweet syrup, and an arousing scent of tiki bitters
Pícara PicaroUS$12.75
sassy girls and sassy boys dig prickly pear, cointreau, el zumo de lima, un borde de azúcar turbinado, and a twist of lime peel
Red Light DistrictUS$12.75
get it on in the 6 0 6 1 8, and get off on this indecent mingling of koval cranberry liqueur, elevate gin, fiorente elderflower, and a smooch of tart lime
SpeziatoUS$12.95
this slap on the fanny is from our beloved 'capo speziata', Meaghan's devilish blend of fresno pepper infused mezcal 'de la meurte', crème de cassis, lime juice, agave syrup and a tajin rim
1962US$13.25
Commemorating the year of our founding, this old fashioned has to be good! Benchmark old #8, sweet demerara, riggin's orange, peychaud's, and a garniture of cherries and orange peel

Barrels

Black and Tan, Pint $9

Laganitas, "IPA", India Pale Ale, CHI
- 10ozUS$7.00
- 16ozUS$9.00
Left Hand Brewing, "Milk Stout Nitro", CHI
- 10ozUS$10.00
- 16ozUS$12.00
Off Color Brewing, 'Apex Predator Saison, CHI
- 10ozUS$7.00
- 16ozUS$9.00
Twisted Hippo, "Nom Wall", Hoppy Pale Ale, CHI
- 10ozUS$8.00
- 16ozUS$10.00
Revolution Brewing, "Hazy-Hero" IPA, CHI
- 10ozUS$9.00
- 16ozUS$11.00
Solemn Oath Brewery, "Punk Rock for Rich Kids" Belgium Pale Ale, CHI
- 10ozUS$9.00
- 16ozUS$11.00
Metropolitian Brewing, "Krankshaft" Klosch, CHI
- 10ozUS$7.00
- 16ozUS$9.00
3 Floyd's Brewing, "Zombie Dust', Wheat, IN
- 10ozUS$8.00
- 16ozUS$10.00
Wild Onion Brewery, "Radio Free Pils" European Lager, Lake Barrington
- 10ozUS$6.00
- 16ozUS$8.00

Bottles & Cans

Alarmist, "Le Jus" IPA, CHI
- Can (16oz)US$15.00
Allagash, "White" Belgium Wheat, ME
- Bottle (12oz)US$8.75
Brooklyn, "Bel Air" Sour Ale, NY
- Bottle (12oz)US$6.75
Coors, "Light" Pilsner, CO
- Bottle (12oz)US$4.75
Guinness "Draught Nitro" Stout, Ireland
- Can (14.9oz)US$9.00
Half Acre "Daisy Cutter" Pale Ale, CHI
- Can (16oz)US$11.25
Metropolitan, "Krankshaft" Klosch, CHI
- Bottle (12oz)US$7.00
Miller, 'MGD" Lager, WI
- Bottle (12oz)US$4.75
Modelo, "Especiale" Lager, MX
- Bottle (12oz)US$6.50
North Coast, "Le Merle" Saison, CA
- Bottle (12oz)US$10.50
Peroni, "Nastro Azzurro" Lager, Italy
- Bottle (12oz)US$6.50
Vandermill, "Vandy" Sassion Cider, MI
- Can (12oz)US$7.50
White Claw, "Black Cherry" Hard Seltzer, CHI
- Can (12oz)US$7.00
White Claw, "Fresh Lime" Hard Seltzer, CHI
- Can (12oz)US$7.00
White Claw "Mango" Hard Seltzer, CHI
- Can (12oz)US$7.00

Bubbles

Opera Prima, Brut, Spain, NV
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$6.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$9.00
- BottleUS$34.00
Jeio by Bisol, Brut Prosecco, Veneto, Italy, NV
- Full Glass (6oz)US$15.00
François Montand, Brut Rosé, France, NV
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$7.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$13.00
- BottleUS$50.00

Pinks

Thierry & Guy "Les Frères Bastards" Grenache-Syrah-Merlot, Rose, Vin de France 2018
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$6.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$11.00
- BottleUS$42.00
Stemmari, Rosé, Terre Siciliane, Sicily, Italy, 2014
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$7.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$13.00
- Barrel Wine - Carafe (18oz)US$28.00
Aix, Rosé, Coteaux d'Aix en Provence, Provence, France, 2021
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$8.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$15.00
- BottleUS$58.00

Whites

Matua Valley, Sauvignon Blanc, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, 2020
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$7.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$13.00
- Barrel Wine - Carafe (18oz)US$28.00
Pieropan, Soave Classico, Veneto, Italy, 2021
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$7.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$13.00
- BottleUS$50.00
Oyster Bay, Pinot Gris, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, 2021
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$5.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$9.00
- BottleUS$34.00
The Seeker, Riesling, Mosel, Qualitätswein, Germany, 2021
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$6.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$11.00
- BottleUS$42.00
SeaGlass, Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County, California, 2019
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$7.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$13.00
- Barrel Wine - Carafe (18oz)US$28.00
Adelsheim, Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2019
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$8.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$15.00
- BottleUS$58.00

Reds

Domaine Raphaël Chopin, Beaujolais-Villages, "La Savoye", Beaujolais, France 2020
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$8.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$15.00
- BottleUS$58.00
Patz & Hall, Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, California, 2018
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$7.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$13.00
- Barrel Wine - Carafe (18oz)US$28.00
Ramos Pinto, "Duas Quintas", Douro, Portugal 2019
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$8.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$15.00
- BottleUS$58.00
Böen, Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, California 2020
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$9.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$16.00
- BottleUS$62.00
Donna Laura, Chianti Classico, "Bramosia", Tuscany, Italy, 2020
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$9.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$17.00
- BottleUS$66.00
Montaribaldi, "Turnas", Langhe, Piedmont, Italy 2019
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$7.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$12.00
- BottleUS$46.00
Terrazas de los Andes, Malbec, "Altos del Plata", Mendoza, Argentina, 2020
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$6.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$10.00
- BottleUS$38.00
Château de Saint Cosme, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône, France, 2021
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$8.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$14.00
- BottleUS$54.00
Carlos Serres, Rioja Reserva, Spain, 2014
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$8.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$15.00
- BottleUS$58.00
Old Soul, Zinfandel "Old Vine", Lodi, California, 2017
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$7.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$13.00
- Barrel Wine - Carafe (18oz)US$28.00
Opolo, Zinfandel, "Summit Creek", Paso Robles, California, 2020
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$8.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$15.00
- BottleUS$58.00
Hess, Maverick Ranches, Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast, CA 2020
- 1/2 Glass (3oz)US$9.00
- Full Glass (6oz)US$16.00
- BottleUS$62.00

What 582 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Angelo's Wine Bar is a beloved neighborhood gem known for its "great food" and "friendly servers." Guests rave about its diverse wine selection and delicious vegan options, like the cauliflower steak. With standout service from Gigi and Axel's "great cocktails," it's perfect for couples, families, and group gatherings.

582 Reviews

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Shannon
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch items. We had the French toast for the table- yum. I had an omelette, they had biscuits and gravy and a breakfast pizza. Everything was delicious!
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Eric
VIP
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A very good meal made delightful by the superlative wine recommendation and personal service by the good people working at Angelos.
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Philip
Chicago
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Portions too small when considering price. They were out of two dishes we were looking forward to, ribs and lamb shanks. Great selection of wines by the glass. Once the restaurant is full, it is too noisy for relaxed conversation. For us seniors, the earlier the better.
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Karen
Chicago
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tihs was a fabulous casual dining experience. The charcuterie was beyong exemplary The dessert a 1/2 chocolate 1/2 flan cake was scrumptious.The cocktails were tasty and delicious.The service friendly and efficient. Great place for groups couples friends and families. I highly recommend Angelos a hidden gem in plain sight
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Liza
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 7 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lots of gluten free options for Celiacs! Took extra care to find us a quiet table. Love to be able to chat without yelling!
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Steve
VIP
Chicago
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great neighborhood restaurant with a wonderful selection of wines.
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Christopher
Milwaukee
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 3 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience as usual. Axel makes a great cocktail, we chose the speziato and ate the old world style Salscicia pizza for dinner. Delicious!
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Kathy
Chicago
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a pasta I had never had at Angelo's. It was freshly made and wonderful. The service is fantastic and I love seeing Sunset Boulevard playing!
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Paul
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 26 September 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Our server, not sure of his name, was horrible. Not attentive, scattered and we waited forever.
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Christopher
Milwaukee
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 26 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious as always. We love bringing family and friends to this neighborhood gem!
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FAQs

Angelo's Wine Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 539-0111.

Angelo's Wine Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 582 OpenTable diners.

Angelo's Wine Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 10 times today