Quartino Ristorante
Chicago
Consider going with a group to try a variety of shared plates for a fuller experience.
Quartino Ristorante offers a taste of Italy in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere that captures the essence of traditional Italian dining. Located at 626 N State St, Chicago, this authentic Italian eatery is known for its casual yet exciting shared plate experience. Patrons can expect a menu filled with a variety of classic Italian dishes that celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Italy. With an emphasis on shared plates, the dining style at Quartino encourages guests to engage in a communal eating experience that is both delightful and interactive.
The interior is designed to reflect the warmth and charm of a classic Italian trattoria. This makes it a great venue for different occasions, whether it's a family gathering, a night out with friends, or a casual date. The setting is further elevated by a vibrant and lively atmosphere that invites guests to relax and enjoy the food and company.
Quartino is especially appealing for those who appreciate the rituals of Italian dining, which include savoring a variety of flavors over several courses of small, shareable plates. The menu features a range of options that can satisfy different tastes, making it suitable for individuals who love to explore different aspects of Italian cuisine. Its location in Chicago provides easy access for both locals and visitors looking to indulge in a genuine Italian dining experience.
Reviews
I’ve been twice, and had a lovely experience both times. There tends to always be people inside, but they are still very accommodating of walk-ins (took in our two groups of 7 on a Sunday night). Definitely recommend reserving if you can, though. Service is an A+ just for our waiter teaching us how to fix our cheese grater. In terms of the food, I’d note that the pastas don’t really feel like shareable portion sizes but the pizzas are more substantial. However, the ingredients taste really fresh and good quality so I’d say it’s worth ordering more (highlights for us were the gnocchi, fettuccine alfredo, penne alla vodka, clam linguini, funghi pizza, and the shrimp risotto). Prices are still pretty affordable when splitting with a group too. Overall a great spot, and the vibes when they had the World Cup playing were unmatched.
Our first here was amazing! The food was great, service was incredible, and every dish came out quickly. I’d def recommend this place! I had caprese, tagliatelle alla bolognese, taligliata di manzo(steak), funghi pizza, caprese, tiramisu, and they were all so delicious! Shout out to our server, Eric, for being so accommodating and excellent! He was the cherry on top at the restaurant.
Simply an amazing place to eat. Since it was small plates we did a sampling. Every single thing was outstanding. It was easily one of the best meals of my life. Special shout out to our server, Ryan, who added exponentially to the experience and truly made this an evening that my wife and I will remember for a very long time.
Lots of places were fully booked for valentines, but quartinos had lots of availability and it was definitely a worth experience. The pizza was amazing, soft and good flavor. Prices for all dishes were reasonable for the amount of food you get unlike most places. The salad was delicious and the beef pasta (i forget the exact name) pictured below was also nice and hot right out of the kitchen. The risotto was okay, well cooked but probably just not my thing. I would definitely recommend the pizza here and next time would get more pizza rather than the pasta + risotto but still very good. Service was nice and even though it was busy we had very little wait time for our food and service
Definitely worth the price. Excellent food, top tier service, great selection of wine and authentic Italian food. Our server Lulu was wonderful. Update: We decided to come here a second time. The food here is just excellent. Service is swift and friendly.
