Chicago Prime Italian

4.7

3323 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Charming

Chicago Prime Italian is the local, family-owned hotspot in Schaumburg, just 10 miles from O'Hare Airport and 25 Miles from the beautiful shores of the city of Chicago.

The restaurant’s elegant décor captures Chicago Prime's rich history and presents the perfect backdrop for its celebrated Italian cuisine. Multiple dining rooms provide a warm and inviting atmosphere from oversized windows framed by lush curtains, a cozy fireplace in one of our dining rooms and a magnificent chandelier in the Dome dining room.

Our extensive dinner menu features the most beloved, best-selling dishes, including fresh salads, seafood, chops and generous portions of renowned house-made pasta.

Join us at Chicago Prime Italian to celebrate a special occasion or escape for a quick bite with specials in the lounge for our amazing Happy Hour 3-6pm on weekdays.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Seafood
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 2:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 240-1414
Website
http://www.chicagoprimeitalian.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chef Benitez
Catering
Event Coordinator 847-240-1414
Private party facilities
We can handle private events from 30-200 in one of our 3 private and semi-private dining rooms.

Location
700 N Meacham Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Neighborhood
Schaumburg
Cross street
Meacham/Higgins Road
Parking details
The restaurant has a spacious, free parking lot, street parking
Public transit
Pace Bus
Entertainment
Live Entertainment in the lounge starting at 7pm till late
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Tequila Tuesdays!
Multiple dates available
Make your Tuesdays terrific with our tequila specials $6 Jose Cuervo Tradicional $16 Clase Azul
Whiskey Wednesday!
Multiple dates available
Sip and save! Get 25% off all our Whiskey and Bourbon pours and taste tradition for less.
Restaurant Industry Night Thursdays
Multiple dates available
Appreciating all you do with a special offer 50% off Drinks and Apps for anyone showing proof of employment Yes, you must be a regularly scheduled front line Restaurant employee

Popular dishes

Fried Goat Cheese Balls
Organic Arugula, Olives, Sundried Tomatoes & Red Onion
Fried Calamari
Lightly Breaded & Fried, Served w/ Cocktail Sauce & Lemon
Sausage & Peppers
Sautéed Tri-color Organic Peppers w/ Garlic White Wine
Blackened Scallops
Served w/ Honey Mustard & Sauteed Spinach
Shrimp Cocktail
Tiger Shrimp, Cocktail Sauce & Raw Horseradish
Burrata Prosciutto Di Parma
Beefsteak Tomato, Organic Arugula, Burrata Cheese
Bruschetta
Organic Roma Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Mozzarella
Shrimp de Jonghe
Tiger Shrimp w/ Garlic-Butter Dipping Sauce
Baked Clams
MiddleNeck Clams w/ Butter, Garlic & Bread Crumbs
Spinach & Crab Meat Dip
Served w/ Garlic Bread Crostini's & Romano Cheese
Crab Cakes
Jalapeño Remoulade & Organic Arugula
Grilled Steak Calamari
Spring Mix w/ Lemon Oil Caper Sauce

Salads

Eggplant Napoleon
Crispy Layered Eggplant, Roma Tomatoes, Ovolini Mozzarella, Arugula & Balsamic glaze
Steak Salad
4oz Filet, Arugula, Candied Walnuts, Craisins, Mozzarella, Red Onions & Raspberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caprese
Roma Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic Glaze & EVOO
Caesar
Romaine, Caesar Dressing, Parmigiana & Croutons
Mama's Meatball Salad
2 Meatballs, Spring Mix, Onion, Tomato, Garbanzo Beans, Olives, Carrot, Cucumber, Pepperoncini, Red Cabbage, Italian Dressing
Wedge
Iceberg Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon, Hard-Boiled Egg & Crumbled Bleu Cheese Dressing

Meats & Chops

USDA Prime Steaks - Sourced from Creekstone Farms. Oscar Style: Jumbo Lump Crab, Asparagus & Bearnaise; Lobster Tail: 9oz Grilled Or Broiled; Toppings: Gorgonzola, De Jonghe, Peppercorn, Jalapeño Bleu Cheese, Garlic Parmigiana

18oz Bone-In "Kansas City" Strip
24oz Bone-In "Cowboy Cut" Ribeye
24oz Porterhouse
8oz Filet
16oz Bone-In Filet
16oz New York Strip
Drunken Filet
Two 4oz Filets, Brandy, Mushroom, Onions. Served w/ Garlic Mashed
Trio Filet
Gorgonzola, De Jonghe & Peppercorn
Land & Sea
Two 4oz filets w/ 2 Gulf Tiger Shrimp. Served w/ Garlic Mashed
38oz "Tomahawk" Ribeye
16oz Veal Chop
12oz Berkshire Pork Chops (Spicy)
Calabrese Peppers, Sage Wine Sauce w/ Roasted Potatoes
Lamb Chops Oreganato
Rosemary Lemon Butter Sauce w/ Garlic Mashed
Rack of Lamb
Roasted Potatoes & Broccolini

Chicken & Veal

Parmigiana
Served w/ Penne Marinera
Piccata
Lemon White Wine Sauce w/ Capers & Organic Vegetables
Marsala
Mushroom Marsala Wine Sauce w/ Garlic Mashed
Whole Brick Chicken
Pan-Seared w/ Rosemary, Garlic Roasted Potatoes & Broccolini (allow 35 min)

Seafood Pasta

Seafood Carbonara
Pancetta, Tiger Shrimp, Scallops w/ Spaghetti & Parmigiana Cream Sauce
Voodoo Shrimp
Blackened Over Spaghetti w/ Cajun Cream Sauce
Lobster Ravioli Aretina
Pesto Sauce, Goat Cheese & Balsamic Glaze
Zuppa de Mare
Seafood Variety, Diablo Sauce w/ Spaghetti & Toasted Crostini (allow 35 min)

Fish

Branzino Portofino
Sautéed w/ Asparagus, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Fresh Herbs & Garlic White Wine Sauce
Salmon Alfresco
Tomato Topped, Asparagus & Balsamic Glaze

Pasta

Enhancements: 4oz Filet, Shrimp, Scallops, Chicken, Crumbled Sausage, Meatball, Two Sausage, Organic Vegetables. Sauces: Marinara, Bolognese, Vodka, Alfredo, Arrabbiata, Pesto, Aglio e Olio. Gluten Free Pasta Available: Fettuccini, Gnocchi, Penne

Meat Lasagna
Layers Of Imported Artisan Cheese & Bolognese
Rigatoni alla Vodka
Vodka Cream Sauce
Mushroom Ravioli
Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Eggplant Parmigiana
Marinara, Mozzarella & Artisan Parmigiana
Cheese Ravioli
Choice Of: Marinara, Bolognese or Brown Butter Sage
Fettucini Alfredo
Parmigiana Cream Sauce
Gnocchi alla Pesto
Basil, Garlic, Pine Nuts & Pesto Sauce
Penne Arrabbiata
Spicy Garlic Marinara Sauce w/ Crushed Chili Flakes & Pecorino Romano Cheese

Sides

Sauteed Spinach
Broccolini
Asparagus
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Meatball
Two Sausage
Organic Vegetables
Sauteed Mushrooms
French or Sweet Potato Fries
Garlic Mashed Potato
Baked Potato
Fingerling Potatoes

Champagne & Sparkling

Comte De Chamberi Brut
Valdepenas, Spain
Mionetto Prosecco
Veneto, Italy
Aime Roquesanta Rose
Cotes De Provence, France
Moet & Chandon Imperial
Champagne, France
Pierre Delize Blanc De Blancs (Sparkling)
France
Veuve Cliqout
Champagne, France
Dom Perignon
Champagne, Epernay, France
Louis Roederer Cristal
Champagne, France

Sauvignon Blanc

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough, New Zealand
Chateau La Graviere Entre-Deux-Mers
Bordeaux, France
Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc
Napa Valley, California

Pinot Grigio

Ruffino Lumina
Veneto, Italy
Santa Margherita
Veneto, Italy

Chardonnay

Ferrari-Carano
Sonoma, California
Sonoma-Cutrer
Sonoma, California
Far Niente Chard
Napa Valley, California

Interesting White & Rose

Mulderbosch Sparkling Rose
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Hirschbach & Söhne Riesling
Mosel, Germany
Moscato Frizzante (House)
Italy
Whispering Angel
Provence, France
Domaine Sigalas
VinSanto, California
Inniskillin
Canada

Pinot Noir

Meiomi
California
Lonesome Rock
Oregon
Emertitus
Russian River Valley, California
Flowers
Sonoma Coast, California
Domaine Serene
Willamette Valley, Oregon

American Red

Red Zinfandel
Paso Robles, California
Ferrari-Carrano Siena
Sonoma, California
Prisoner
Napa Valley, California
Justin Iscocles
Paso Robles, California
Joseph Phelps "Insignia"
Napa Valley, California

Merlot

Duckhorn
Napa Valley, California

Italian Red

Badia al Colle Chianti
Tuscany, Italy
Colle del Duca Montepulciano
Abruzzo, Italy
RS Coltibuono Badia Chianti Classico
Tuscany, Italy
Ruffino Ducale Chianti Classico Reserva
Tuscany, Italy
Rocca delle Macie Sasyr "Super Tuscan"
Tuscany, Italy
Vietti "Castiglioni" Barolo
Piemont, Italy
Cesari "IL" Bosco" Amarone
Piemont, Italy
Greppone Mazzi Brunello
Di Montalcino, Italy

Imported Red

Casa de Campo Malbec
Mendoza, Argentina
Chateau La Grange Clinet Reserve
Bordeaux, France
Domaine Skouras Megas Oenos
Nafplion, Greece
Chateau Coutet, Grand Cru, St. Emillion
Bordeaux, France
Marques de Caceras, Rioja Reserve
Rioja, Spain
Ferrer Bobet
Priorat, Spain

Cabernet Sauvignon

Joel Gott 815
California
Justin
Sonoma County, California
Ferrari-Carano
Sonoma County, California
Alexander Valley
Alexander Valley, California
Simi
Sonoma County, California
Raymond Reserve
Napa Valley, California
Faust
Napa Valley, California
Duckhorn
Napa Valley, California
Mt. Veeder
Mt. Veeder, California
Jordan
Sonoma County, California
Chateau Montelena
Napa Valley, California
Stags Leap "Artemis"
Napa Valley, California
Cakebread Cellars
Rutherford, California
Silver Oak
Alexander Valley, California
Caymus
Napa Valley, California
Lewis Cellars Reserve
Napa Valley, California
Quintessa
Napa Valley California
Opus One
Oakville, California
Hundred Acre "Kayli Morgan"
St. Helene, California

What 3,323 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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Northwest Suburbs
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chicago Prime Italian impresses with "excellent service," a diverse menu, and "outstanding food." Patrons appreciate the "warm ambiance," live music, and attentive staff like Alejandro. The restaurant's Italian classics and "great Italian food" make it a favorite for "celebratory" dining. Some experiences vary, but overall, it's a "class act."

3,323 Reviews

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Daniel
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food is amazing and the service was exceptional. They fill fast for holidays, so make sure you book in advance.
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Adam
VIP
Chicago
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Ambiance and staff were great. Food was good but definitely better options for the price
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Tracy
VIP
Chicago
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service was good. The food is mediocre at best. The prices are very high for the quality of food.
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Ben
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Food quality for the price does not compare to Perry’s, Morton’s, Gibsons, etc.
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Erika
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the live jazz and ambiance. Cocktails were fantastic. Great night!
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Cathy
VIP
Chicago
67 reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Great food. Wonderful specials!
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John
VIP
Chicago
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We love Kaylee, our Server, and new best friend. Even as the two Front staff seemed lost and slow and disinterested in working, once we were at our table Kaylee rescued your status. I was referred to your house by the Mayor of Schaumburg, a dear friend, and the initial service (getting us to a table, and water and finding a Server - get me a cot for a nap) did not match his reference. Once Kaylee found us, we were in good hands and all the selections were grand. I loved the Pork Chops, better than my Italian benchmark - Carmines, and the soup and sides were great. Kaylee offered jus dessert as a courtesy bonus and as we were jealous of the many guests having a sparkler torch at their tables, she let us imagine it was my date's birthday. We will be back and hope when we return, the Fronts are awake.
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John
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything from the time our first drink was served to the end was phenomenal. The ambiance, the service and especially the food!!!. It is a must for all foodies!
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Cara
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Filet was good. Liked it because it was quiet but the ambience lacked something and the wait staff was just ok.
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Bill
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, we really enjoyed everything, from being greeted when we arrived, to the after dinner cocktails at the bar. Everyone who works there is so friendly, cordial and helpful. Alejandro took amazing care of us during dinner, and we enjoyed his sense of humor as well as the delicious food that was served. Chicago Prime Italian is a class act and continues to be one of our favorite restaurants... in ANY category!
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Chicago Prime Italian offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 240-1414.

Chicago Prime Italian is rated 4.7 stars by 3323 OpenTable diners.