Osteria del Pastaio

4.4

1117 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Fancy

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 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
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
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Prosciutto Salad$15.00
Prosciutto, arugula, tomato, black olives, goat cheese, lemon oil dressing
Insalata Mista dell'Osteria$12.00
Mixed greens, onion, tomatoes, basil, hearts of palm in a vinaigrette dressing
Spinach Salad$16.00
Spinach, avocado, cherry tomato, pine nuts, goat cheese, chicken breast, balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Classic Caesar Salad$12.00
Romaine lettuce, crouton, shaved parmesan and Caesar dressing
Arugula Salad$14.00
Arugula, shaved parmesan, fresh artichoke and lemon dressing
Caprese Salad$14.00
Fresh mozzarella served with tomato, basil, balsamic reduction and olive oil

Pasta Sauces

served with pasta shape of the day; add chicken $5

Arrabbiata Sorento$14.00
Homemade spicy tomato sauce and garlic sauce
Bolognese Emilia$16.00
An earthy Angus meat sauce
Polpettine Sicilia$17.00
Meatballs with tomato sauce
Carbonara Lazio$16.00
Creamy Parmesan sauce, egg and Italian bacon
Pesto Genova$16.00
Basil, garlic, pecorino cheese and extra virgin olive oil
Alfredo Roma$15.00
Cheese cream sauce
Aglio Olio e Peperoncino Napoli$13.00
Garlic, red chili pepper and extra virgin olive oil

What 1,117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Osteria del Pastaio is celebrated for its "delicious food," particularly the flaming cheese wheel pasta that diners rave about. The pasta dishes are highlighted as "fresh and authentic," with standout options like Spaghetti Bolognese and gnocchi. While the ambiance is cozy and inviting, some guests note that service can be inconsistent, with occasional slow delivery. Despite this, many patrons praise the restaurant as a "neighborhood gem" with excellent wine and cocktail selections. Outdoor seating is a favorite, offering a charming dining experience.

1,117 Reviews

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Lindsay
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Magnificent! The chef is truly amazing. Such a wonderful experience and the food is amazing!
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andrea
Salt Lake City
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
This is overall a “fair” restaurant. Slow service and food was just ok
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Erica
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is 10 out of 10 best pasta I’ve ever had in my life. Service was amazing. The ambience is perfect. Definitely worth the money! I will be back every time I am in Chicago
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Melody
Cincinnati
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Our experience here wasn’t bad. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The price is a little high and you pay per course. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly but very slow moving. The food was ok. The calamari was good, a little rubbery. My Caesar salad was awful and I’ve never disliked a Caesar salad. My fiancé really liked his house salad. We both got cacio e Pepe which I normally love just tasted like buttered noodles rather than cheese or pepper. We asked if we could get some cheese to add and that improved it significantly. Overall I would say if I’m paying that much each course I would like it to taste better, I don’t think I’d come back again.
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Shannon
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The server was also the manager and the service was poor. She was not friendly or particularly attentive. There are much better choices for Italian in the city as the food was barely average. We were there for a birthday, which we made very clear as we entered, and it was never even acknowledged.
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Jazmin
Dallas
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Food was not really up to par with what I expected. Lacking but the chef who brought it out was extremely friendly, my server however was not so much.
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Brian
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Rating only the food, this review is a five. Rating the service only is a zero or worse. We were seated a little before 6 (reservation at 6) greeted immediately for water service, server came back 10 min later for drink order then after drinks delivered we were not checked on for about 20 minutes. Not a how are you doing, questions on menu, I’ll be with you soon, nothing. Finally my wife caught his attention and he was over to take our order 10 min later. In the meantime we noticed several parties seated after us already getting food served to them. Waited a long time for starters and bread and then about 20 min after that was completed for mains. Christian our server was argumentative when I asked him for updates and claimed he was attentive and was constantly checking on our party. Stated again, great food, horrible service.
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Brian
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
reserved outdoor seating and got placed indoors. could’ve been because of chilly weather but no heads up was given
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Ty
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The waiter asked if I wanted sparkling or flat water and brought sparkling without confirming. Do not pour....I didn’t have to pay for it, but I assume it was included in the 25% service charge on my bill for dinner and beverages. The waiter seemed annoyed when I asked for change. The ambience and experience didn’t match the high price, and I felt cramped. The prices on OpenTable are different from those at the restaurant.
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Ramon
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was better than expected. The waitress was amazing. Drinks were great. Will definitely go back again.
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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 4.4 stars by 1117 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

111 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611-2051

Additional information

Cross street
N Michigan Ave and Chestnut
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.osteriadelpastaio.com/
Phone number
(312) 649-0055

Osteria del Pastaio

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Lasagna

Tagliolini Carbonara

Tonnarelli Neri

Menu

Salads

Prosciutto Salad$15.00

Insalata Mista dell'Osteria$12.00

Spinach Salad$16.00

Classic Caesar Salad$12.00

Arugula Salad$14.00

Caprese Salad$14.00

Pasta Sauces

Arrabbiata Sorento$14.00

Bolognese Emilia$16.00

Polpettine Sicilia$17.00

Carbonara Lazio$16.00

Pesto Genova$16.00

Alfredo Roma$15.00

Aglio Olio e Peperoncino Napoli$13.00

What 1,117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Osteria del Pastaio offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Osteria del Pastaio restaurant rated?

Is Osteria del Pastaio currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information