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Osteria del Pastaio, Chicago, IL

Osteria del Pastaio

4.5
4.5
1159 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Osteria del Pastaio, specializes in traditional Italian Cuisine. Our menu reflects the culinary team’s passion for using only the freshest ingredients. Our Artisan pastas are made daily, our breads are baked fresh each morning, our seasonal desserts and candies are hand-made. Our soups are all from vegetarian stock and whenever possible our produce comes from local organic farmers. At Osteria del Pastaio we are pleased to bring you the highest quality ingredients in traditional, Italian cuisine.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Dessert
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 16:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (312) 649-0055
  • Website
    http://www.osteriadelpastaio.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    111 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611-2051
  • Area
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Cross Street
    N Michigan Ave and Chestnut
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    66147146Red line
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Osteria del Pastaio's menu was last updated 2024-12-30.

Antipasti

  • House Made Focaccia

    served with today’s tapenade+

    • Formaggio

      Selected Cheeses, Chef’s Choice+

      • Bruschetta Del Pastaio

        Tomatoes, Cucumber, Mozzarella on Toasted Bread +

        • Sauteed Wild Mushrooms

          Green Asparagus, Garlic, Parmesan, Extra Virgin Olive Oil+

          • Octopus Carpaccio

            capers, sundried tomatoes

            • Fresh Maine Lobster Ceviche

              Mango, Cilantro, Limes, Avocado

              • Calamari Fritti

                Lightly Fried Calamari in Spicy Pomodoro Sauce

                • Sautéed Fresh Calamari & Jumbo Shrimp

                  White Wine Herb Sauce

                  • Vitello Tonnato

                    thin sliced roasted veal, tuna sauce

                    • Polpette Di Carne

                      Roasted Homemade Meat Balls, Light Tomato Sauce

                      • Carpaccio*

                        Thin Sliced Beef tenderloin, Mustard, Ratatouille Francescana, Parmesan+

                        • Prosciutto Di Parma Gran Riserva

                          24 mo aged Prosciutto of Parma, Burrata, Condiments

                          Insalate

                          • House Salad

                            Mixed greens, cucumbers, cherry tomato, balsamic dressing+

                            • Caesar Salad

                              Romaine Lettuce, Radicchio, Ricotta salata Cheese, Anchovy Dressing

                              • Barbabietole E Burrata

                                Roasted Beets in Sea Salt, Imported Burrata, Lime Honey Vinaigrette+

                                • Insalata Tricolore Dell Osteria

                                  Arugula, Belgium Endive, Treviso, Gem lettuce, Parmesan reggiano, Lemon Oil Vinaigrette+

                                  • Fresh Heart of Palms

                                    Avocado, Asparagus, Truffle vinaigrette+

                                    • Imported Creamy Burrata

                                      Cherry Vine Tomatoes, Tomato Gaspacho, Basil Oil+

                                      • Caprese

                                        Premium Beefsteak Tomatoes, Imported Mozzarella di Bufala, Balsamic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil+

                                        Pasta

                                        • Penne Arrabbiata

                                          Short Tube Penne Pasta, Mozzarella, Light Spicy Tomato Sauce

                                          • Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe

                                            Spaghetti, Pepper, Parmesan, Pecorino

                                            • Fettuccini Alfredo

                                              Fettuccini Pasta, Creamy Parmesan Sauce

                                              • Rigatoni con Pesto

                                                Short Tube Pasta, Basil, Garlic, Pecorino Cheese

                                                • Tortellini di Zucca

                                                  Stuffed Butternut Squash Pasta, Sage Butter

                                                  • Agnolotti

                                                    Pasta filled with Osso Bucco, Spinach sauce, balsamic reduction

                                                    • Bucatini Carbonara

                                                      Roman Pasta, Parmesan Reggiano, Guanciale, onions, Organic Egg

                                                      • Spaghetti Bolognese Emilia

                                                        Classic Spaghetti, Earthy Angus Meat Sauce

                                                        • Gnocchi con Ragu di Carne

                                                          Homemade Gnocchi, Braised Beef Short Rib in Own Juice

                                                          • Pappardelle con Anatra

                                                            Duck Confit Ragout, Pappardelle Pasta

                                                            • Ravioli d’Arragosta

                                                              Homemade Fresh Maine Lobster Ravioli, Saffron Sauce

                                                              • Jumbo Sea Scallops

                                                                Linguini, Heirloom Tomatoes, Spinach, Wine-Herb Sauce

                                                                • Linguini Vongole

                                                                  Little Neck Clams, white wine sauce

                                                                  • Frutti di Mare

                                                                    Black & White Pasta, Assorted fresh seafood, Light Tomato Sauce

                                                                    Signature Dishes

                                                                    • Pecorini al Tartufo Nero

                                                                      Orecchiette Pasta, Wild Mushrooms, Sweet Peas, Leeks, Rum, Shaved Fresh Black Truffles Served In Pecorino Cheese Wheel

                                                                      • Lobster Linguini

                                                                        Fresh Maine Lobster

                                                                        • Osetra Sturgeon Caviar

                                                                          Spaghetti, White Truffle sauce, chives

                                                                          Risotto

                                                                          • Fresh Wild Mushrooms

                                                                            Risotto, parmesan reggiano

                                                                            • Fresh Risotto of the Day

                                                                              Secondi

                                                                              • Roasted Lamp Chops

                                                                                Rosemary – Mustard sauce

                                                                                • Fish of the Day

                                                                                  • Veal Scallopina

                                                                                    Sauteed with lemon caper white wine sauce

                                                                                    • Filet Mignon

                                                                                      Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin, Black Truffle Sauce

                                                                                      • Mille Foglie

                                                                                        Roasted Chicken stuffed with spinach, prosciutto, mozzarella, Wild Mushroom Sauce

                                                                                        • Boullabaise

                                                                                          Traditional Provencal soup

                                                                                          Sides

                                                                                          • Asparagus

                                                                                            • Cauliflower or Broccoli

                                                                                              • Mashed potatoes

                                                                                                • Spinach

                                                                                                  • Small roasted potatoes

                                                                                                    • Brussel sprouts

                                                                                                      Last updated: 30 December 2024

                                                                                                      What 1,159 people are saying

                                                                                                      Osteria del Pastaio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

                                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                      Osteria del Pastaio offers "great service" and "excellent food" with standout dishes like the "cheese wheel pasta" and "gnocchi." Its "cozy ambiance" is perfect for a relaxed Italian dining experience. While some guests mention surcharges, the "authentic Italian flavors" and "attentive staff" make it a recommended choice, especially for pasta fans.
                                                                                                      1,159 Reviews

                                                                                                      1. Daisuke

                                                                                                        New York City2 reviews

                                                                                                        1.0

                                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                        1. Overall 1
                                                                                                        2. Food 2
                                                                                                        3. Service 1
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                        I had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant. First, I mistakenly ordered the beef tartare, thinking it was tagliata. There was no clear warning on the menu indicating that the dish was raw meat, which should be standard practice for food safety. I stopped eating after two bites. Second, the menu did not include prices, which made me uncomfortable. I should have asked, but I was shocked when the final bill came—it was far more expensive than expected. Third, the food was overly salty and not enjoyable. But what bothered me the most was the billing: they automatically added a 20% service charge, and then asked me to add an additional tip, without clarifying that the service charge was already included. Feeling unsure and pressured, I ended up tipping another 20%, bringing the total to $180—for one glass of wine, beef tartare, and osso bucco. This was by far the worst dining experience I’ve had in the U.S. I truly regret choosing this restaurant and would not recommend it to others, especially tourists.

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                                                                                                      2. Bill

                                                                                                        Houston5 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 15 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        Had dinner there with friends after a show. Food was terrific. Fourth time we've been there, and have never been disappointed. Uniformly excellent.

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                                                                                                      3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                        Chicago2 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 14 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Cheese wheel was a great choice, from presentation to delicious food.

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                                                                                                      4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                        Chicago1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 9 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Love it! Just yummy food and perfectly wonderful service. Been dozens of times with no end in sight.

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                                                                                                      5. Daniel

                                                                                                        Chicago1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 9 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Fantastic fresh pasta dishes. We had the Gnocchi, Pappardell con Anatra and Bucatini Carbonara and they were all superb.

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                                                                                                      6. Alyssa

                                                                                                        Jacksonville17 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 9 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Fantastic location, food absolutely amazing. Service was slow between appetizer and entree but overall would highly recommend.

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                                                                                                      7. Olivia

                                                                                                        Phoenix1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 8 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        Food was fabulous, service was amazing and overall great experience!

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                                                                                                      8. Emma VIP

                                                                                                        Detroit11 reviews

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 8 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        love this spot! it’s a classic neighborhood italian spot! you have to try the pesto pasta and cheese wheel truffle as well! both classic italian dishes

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                                                                                                      9. LynnB

                                                                                                        Chicago7 reviews

                                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 8 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                        Very good Italian food. Our waiter suggested a delicious white wine, loved the unique salad with hearts of palm, avocado asparagus. Very good entrees and the service was excellent!

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                                                                                                      10. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                        Chicago1 review

                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                        Dined on 7 March 2025

                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                        The food was delicious, service impeccable, just didn’t appreciate the 25% “service charge” :(

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                                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                                      Osteria del Pastaio does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Osteria del Pastaio also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 649-0055.

                                                                                                      Osteria del Pastaio is rated 4.5 stars by 1159 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                      Google Map for Osteria del Pastaio

                                                                                                      111 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611-2051

                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                                        N Michigan Ave and Chestnut
                                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                                        Gold Coast / Streeterville
                                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                        Dinner Daily 16:00–21:30
                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                        $30 and under
                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                        Italian, Seafood, Dessert
                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                        Street Parking
                                                                                                      • Public transit
                                                                                                        66147146Red line
                                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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