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il Carciofo, Chicago, IL

il Carciofo

4.5
4.5
285 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 129 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–23:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Flamm
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What 285 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Carciofo offers a vibrant and engaging dining experience, featuring standout dishes like "amazing" artichoke appetizers and "fantastic" pasta. The "wonderful" service, led by attentive staff, enhances the meal. While some find the pricing high, the "rich and authentic" Roman flavors and "cozy" atmosphere make it a must-try destination.

285 Reviews
  1. Sara VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious ! Pastas are very rich so good to share. The prosciutto was amazing, the artichokes were good and interesting. The Rosso pizza was very good too!

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  2. Katrina

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best time- from the moment we checked in to the moment we left. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I loved the Basil daisy cocktail. We highly recommend the prosciutto to start. Our favorite pasta was the carbonara with the tagliatelle is a close second! Our favorite dessert was the zabaione e berries. The cappuccino was delicious.

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  3. Claudia

    Chicago15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Absolutely outstanding and authentic Roman cuisine. I lived in Rome some years ago and believe me this brought back all the authentic flavors of my time there.

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  4. Miguel VIP

    Fort Lauderdale30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is fantastic! The food is incredible, and the food runners and server assistants are exceptional. I will definitely be returning!

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  5. Michael VIP

    Chicago15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a great experience at this restaurant. The service was outstanding and the open kitchen concept if extremely fun to watch. Very organized operating like a symphony of culinary experts. The space is a bit impersonal for me yet nicely appointed. Price point is incredibly reasonable. I would definitely return.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Chicago10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Artichokes are fantastic but other than that plate, the experience and food falls short.

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  7. jessica VIP

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This meal lived up to the hype. We shared a lot of different plates and one was better than the next. Don’t miss the the romanesco! Our server was exceptional too! Can’t wait to come back

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  8. Sherry VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Experience was very nice. Food was excellent. Service was exceptional.

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  9. Brianna VIP

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the chef’s counter and the experience was nothing short of spectacular. Ryan Seacrest and Victor (King-chef) were excellent and the whole staff was very attentive. Be sure to ask for bread service and you won’t regret it. The tagliatelle was cooked perfectly and the oxtail was very tender. By the far the unsung hero was the perfectly cooked dry-aged steak. The sauce delivered the perfect umami flavor. A sleeper on the menu is definitely the coconut sorbetti, which was a great end to the meal delivering a nice palette cleanser. If you enjoy espresso martinis, you won’t be disappointed. 10/10 across the board.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and ambiance was great! Get the artichokes, carbonara, and tagliatelle; they are delicious!

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FAQs

il Carciofo is rated 4.5 stars by 285 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 129 times today
Google Map for il Carciofo

1045 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–23:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joe Flamm
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