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Elina's, Chicago, IL
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Elina's

$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.

Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight.

Parties of 7 or more must contact Reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee.

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From the OpenTable editors: You'll find the ultimate versions of old-school red-sauce favourites like rigatoni alla vodka and dover sole piccata at Elina's, thanks to veterans of MICHELIN-starred spots like New York City’s Restaurant Marc Forgione. The inviting West Town joint serves these classics in a cosy, brick-walled dining room or on the lush, Amalfi Coast-inspired patio.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 17:30–22:00 Thu–Sat 17:30–23:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 929-2249
  • Website
    http://www.elinaschicago.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-6415
  • Area
    West Town
  • Cross Street
    Grand and Racine
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    CTA Grand Ave Blue Line, CTA Chicago Ave Blue Line,65 Grand Ave Bus (Racine Stop)
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

Primi

  • Caesar SaladUS$17.00

    Garlic Bread Croutons

    • Chopped SaladUS$16.00

      Pickled Peppers, Crispy Salami

      • Shrimp CocktailUS$23.00

        Calabrian Cocktail Sauce, Dijonnaise

        • Fritto MistoUS$19.00

          Calamari, Shrimp

          • Baked Clams CasinoUS$17.00

            Bacon Breadcrumbs, Lemon

            • Mozzarella En Carozza US$12.00

              A Crispy Mozzarella Sandwich

              Macaroni

              • Rigatoni Alla VodkaUS$24.00

                Calabrian Bread Crumbs

                • Fusilli Alla NormaUS$20.00

                  Eggplant, Ricotta Salata

                  • Angel Hair ScampiUS$24.00

                    Crab, Lemon, Parsley

                    • Penne BologneseUS$22.00

                      Sausage, Ricotta

                      Speciali

                      Limited Availability

                      • Silvio's Meatballs US$18.00

                        • Dover Sole Piccata

                          Brown Butter and Capers (MP)

                          • 40oz Prime Ribeye Diane

                            For Two (MP)

                            • Eggplant Parmesan US$36.00

                              For Two

                              Secondi

                              • Chicken Parmesan US$31.00

                                • Cherry Pepper RibsUS$28.00

                                  • Pork Chop Pizzaiolo US$29.00

                                    • Shrimp ScampiUS$28.00

                                      • 14oz Sirloin Steak LimoneUS$36.00

                                        Contorni

                                        • Eggplant Argodolce US$9.00

                                          • Italian FriesUS$9.00

                                            • Broccoli Carbonizado US$9.00

                                              Café e Dolci

                                              • Espresso MartiniUS$18.00

                                                Classic or Casamigos Reposado

                                                • LimoncelloUS$6.00

                                                  • EspressoUS$4.00

                                                    • Pistachio CannoliUS$8.00

                                                      • TiramisuUS$13.00

                                                        Drinks

                                                        • Italian MojitoUS$16.00

                                                          Silver Rum, Chareau, Citrus

                                                          • ColombaUS$16.00

                                                            Mezcal, Campari, Grapefruit, Soda

                                                            • Melfi SourUS$16.00

                                                              Whiskey, Peach, Lemon, Orange, Vino Rosso

                                                              • Golden NegroniUS$16.00

                                                                Wolf Point Gin, Gran Classico, Golden Vermouth

                                                                • RositaUS$16.00

                                                                  Tequila Joven, Campari, Vermouth, Orange

                                                                  • Toronto US$16.00

                                                                    Bonded Bourbon, Fernet, Demerara, Bitters

                                                                    • SpritzUS$16.00

                                                                      Miss Apertivo, Rhubarb, Soda, Citrus

                                                                      • SpaghettUS$11.00

                                                                        Miller High Life & a shot of Aperol

                                                                        Vini

                                                                        • Table WineUS$13.00

                                                                          Sparkling, Red, White

                                                                          • ProseccoUS$15.00

                                                                            Classic or Rosé

                                                                            • OrangeUS$17.00

                                                                              Vichingo Costa Toscana, Tuscany, ITA

                                                                              • Sauvignon BlancUS$16.00

                                                                                Erste & Neue, Trentino Alto-Adige, ITA

                                                                                • CatarrattoUS$15.00

                                                                                  Caruso & Minini, Sicily ITA

                                                                                  • Pallagrello BiancoUS$16.00

                                                                                    Michele Alois 'Caiati', Campania ITA

                                                                                    • KernerUS$16.00

                                                                                      Abbazia di Novacella, Trentio-Alto Adige, ITA

                                                                                      • SangioveseUS$15.00

                                                                                        Field Recordings 'Freddo', Passo Robles CA

                                                                                        • SchiavaUS$16.00

                                                                                          Abbazia di Novella Sudtirolese, Trentino-Alto Adige ITA

                                                                                          • MontepulcianoUS$15.00

                                                                                            Giuliano Rosati Madia, Abruzzo, ITA

                                                                                            • Chianti ClassicoUS$17.00

                                                                                              Monte Bernardi 'Sangio', Tuscany ITA

                                                                                              • Etna RossoUS$17.00

                                                                                                Sergio Drago, Sicily ITA

                                                                                                • Cab/MerlotUS$18.00

                                                                                                  Terre San Leonardo, Alto Adige ITA

                                                                                                  • Dolcetto D'AlbaUS$18.00

                                                                                                    Andrea Oberto, Piedmont ITA

                                                                                                    Birre

                                                                                                    • PeroniUS$8.00

                                                                                                      • Daisy CutterUS$8.00

                                                                                                        • Miller High LifeUS$6.00

                                                                                                          ETC

                                                                                                          NA Beverages

                                                                                                          • Casamara Club SodaUS$6.00

                                                                                                            • Acqua PannaUS$9.00

                                                                                                              1L

                                                                                                              • PellegrinoUS$9.00

                                                                                                                1L

                                                                                                                • RTC 3 Estate Black Iced TeaUS$5.00

                                                                                                                  • LemonadeUS$5.00

                                                                                                                    Last updated: 27 June 2024

                                                                                                                    What 161 people are saying

                                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                    4.7
                                                                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                    • 4.8Food
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                                    • 4.6Value

                                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                                                    • Chicago

                                                                                                                      Italian

                                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                    Nestled in the vibrant West Loop, Elina's delights with its intimate ambiance and classic Italian charm. "The food always tastes amazing" and "service was friendly," creating a memorable dining experience. While some diners noted the service as rushed, the "vodka pasta is the best in the city." Ideal for a cozy night out.

                                                                                                                    161 Reviews

                                                                                                                    1. Emily

                                                                                                                      Austin

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined today

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      Food was decent, but nothing special or great. The table next to us was unable to order meatballs because they had run out at 6:15 with a half full restaurant, which is ridiculous. Drinks were disgusting, and shocking they in this day and age there is no gluten free pasta option. In fact, the only mains on the menu they are GF are the very expensive Dover sole / prime ribeye and the steak limone. All in all, fine but disappointing and we likely won’t be back.

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                                                                                                                    2. David

                                                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      The atmosphere and vibe of Elina's was terrific. Sophisticated and felt like a New York neighborhood restaurant. The service was attentive and friendly. The food was fine but nothing very memorable. The fritto misto was way over-breaded (couldn't taste the seafood) and our pasta dish was average. Steak Limone was simple but good and flavorful.

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                                                                                                                    3. Kiley

                                                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                      Pasta was tasty but chicken parm was overcooked and dry, cheese wasn't even melted. If you come as a group of 2 you'll be sandwiched in between other couples dining. The best part of the meal is the free bread service.

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                                                                                                                    4. Abby

                                                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      13 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Wonderful experience! Food and service were fantastic. It was a little too dark and the music was slightly too loud but loved it overall!

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                                                                                                                    5. Parker

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Elina’s is always amazing! However towards the end of our meal we ended up having a ton of food left and they took it back to wrap it up for us and never gave it back. We had 2 days worth of food in there 😂. Oh well! Anyways, great meal. Will be returning of course.

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                                                                                                                    6. Andrew

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                      Great food and drinks. A bit tight, and a bit loud considering the size of the place. But the service was great and the food and drinks were excellent.

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                                                                                                                    7. Chloe

                                                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      My favorite Italian place in the city. The food is amazing!

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                                                                                                                    8. Morgan

                                                                                                                      Milwaukee

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on 17 December 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      It was really good! One of the best rigatoni alla vodka i’ve had! The ambiance was relaxing and intimate, the restaurant was smaller but fit a lot in. The only thing I could see improving is the portion sizes. The ceaser salad huge and so was the pasta. The pasta could have been split between 2 people. The salad could easily feed 3-4.

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                                                                                                                    9. Jordan

                                                                                                                      Cleveland

                                                                                                                      25 reviews

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      25 reviews

                                                                                                                      Dined on 16 December 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      Elina’s is consistently good. Every time I’ve been here everything has been great. Quality of food and service is always impressive.

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                                                                                                                    10. Jennifer

                                                                                                                      Chicago

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                                      Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                      The cesar salad, rigatoni, and chicken parmesan was so delicious and perfect to share between two. The drinks were good. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The ambiance and music selection made the experience so much more enjoyable. I definitely recommend this restaurant!

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                                                                                                                    Elina's is rated 4.7 stars by 161 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                                    19:00
                                                                                                                    Booked 21 times today
                                                                                                                    Google Map for Elina's

                                                                                                                    1202 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642-6415

                                                                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                                                      Grand and Racine
                                                                                                                    • Area
                                                                                                                      West Town
                                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                      Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 17:30–22:00 Thu–Sat 17:30–23:00
                                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                                      Italian, American, Mediterranean
                                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                                      Street Parking
                                                                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                                                                      CTA Grand Ave Blue Line, CTA Chicago Ave Blue Line,65 Grand Ave Bus (Racine Stop)
                                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                                      Patio/Outdoor Dining
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