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il Porcellino, Chicago, IL

il Porcellino

4.7
4.7
4240 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 139 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Il Porcellino, located in the heart of River North in downtown Chicago, is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic Italian-American comfort food in a casual setting. Our seasonal menu focuses on housemate pastas, vegetable antipasti and daily specials, all crafted with ingredients sourced from quality artisans, purveyors, and local farmers. The fun and approachable wine program encourages sharing with selections primarily from Italy.

As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 595-0800
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jose Aguilar
  • Catering
    Contact ilporcellinoparties@lettuce.com or call 312.595.0800 for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    il Porcellino offers private dining for a range of group sizes and occasions — from small, intimate gatherings to large corporate events. Our private dining spaces are dynamic and customizable and can be tailored to suit your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Alana & Lili: (312) 595-0800
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    Clark St.
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available Wednesday-Sunday. Metered street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Merchandise Mart Brown Line Grand Red Line
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Offers

  • Negroni Hour at the il Porcellino Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Check out il Porcellino for Negroni Hour, featuring $8 House Negroni, rotating monthly Negroni special and select wines by the glass, as well as special bites for $6. Happy Hour specials are available at the bar and for dine-in only, Monday - Friday from 4pm to 6pm.

    Negroni Hour at the il Porcellino Bar Photo

What 4,240 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Porcellino impresses with its "amazing food" and "great service," making it a favorite Italian spot in Chicago. Guests rave about the "best lasagna ever" and "delicious" garlic bread. The atmosphere is described as "fun" and "classic Italian," creating a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommended for special occasions.

4,241 Reviews
  1. John

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and our server was very attentive. Definitely would go again.

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  2. Christine

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect Restaurant! Went there for the second time because it was just great :)

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  3. Emir

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This has to be my favorite restaurant! Chicago I’d 2.5 hours away and I would drive just to eat here again. The lasagna is hands down the best item on the menu

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  4. Thomas

    VIP

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the Caesar Salad and Chicken Vesuvio. Requested anchovies on the salad but never received them. Salad was very good, though the croutons were a little boring. I liked the addition of celery to the Caesar, never seen that before Major props to whomever deboned the half chicken as it was perfect execution. Not an easy task. The chicken was also perfectly cooked. Beautifully golden brown, tender and juicy. My only complaint was it was a little underseasoned and there wasn't any salt on the table.

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  5. Juan

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. Our waiter Rodrigo was great at helping us decide on wine and food.

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  6. Ellen

    VIP

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We chose Il Porcellino because we have a tradition of going out on Christmas Eve for the Seven Fishes Dinner. We ordered nearly all the specials. And they were all very good except that tuna crudo with blood orange. It was flavorless and even salt and pepper couldn’t save it. The server who was very nice highly recommend the donuts. But after she took our order she came back to let us know they were no longer an available. 🥲 No holiday music, one of the courses not good and the dessert we ordered was sold out after we placed order. Not going to go down as our favorite Christmas Eve experience.

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  7. Maureen

    VIP

    New York City

    32 reviews

    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. In fact, the lasagna with buratta was surprisingly excellent. Our server was friendly and attentive even amidst the Christmas Eve chaos. My family and I enjoyed a taste of home while visiting Chicago for the holidays.

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  8. Stephanie

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was more then we expected--food was delicious, service great and even though it was Christmas Eve they remembered that there was a birthday! Would def return and recommend --

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  9. Susan

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Great service. 10/10 recommend. Yummy.

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  10. Lesley

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service incredibly slow. Food arrived lukewarm. Incredibly disappointing on Christmas Eve.

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FAQs

il Porcellino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 595-0800.

il Porcellino is rated 4.7 stars by 4240 OpenTable diners.

il Porcellino does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 139 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for il Porcellino

59 W. Hubbard St., Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Clark St.
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available Wednesday-Sunday. Metered street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Merchandise Mart Brown Line Grand Red Line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jose Aguilar
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 595-0800
  • Catering
    Contact ilporcellinoparties@lettuce.com or call 312.595.0800 for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    il Porcellino offers private dining for a range of group sizes and occasions — from small, intimate gatherings to large corporate events. Our private dining spaces are dynamic and customizable and can be tailored to suit your needs.
  • Private party contact
    Alana & Lili: (312) 595-0800
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