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Peanut Park Trattoria, Chicago, IL

Peanut Park Trattoria

4.8
4.8
236 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Located in the heart of nostalgic "Little Italy" on Chicago's famed Taylor Street, Peanut Park is a traditional Italian joint brought to you by your friends at Coalfire and Tempesta Market.
Chicago Magazine voted Peanut Park One of the Top Restaurants in Chicago February 2022 and Tasting Table said we are " One of the Absolute Best Italian Restaurants in Chicago" this past May 2022.

Our menu is simple and we aim to celebrate Italian classics and timeless bistro favorites.
We embody passion, integrity, and excellence while striving to provide an authentic dining experience by celebrating tradition and invoking the modern. Don't miss our handmade pastas, pizza and incredible cocktail menu. Join us in our dining room or dine al fresco on the rooftop for a one of a kind experience!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizza Bar, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 929-4188
  • Website
    https://peanutpark.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1359 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607-4706
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy / University Village
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Menu

Antipasti

  • Polpette$14.00

    pork & beef meatballs, pomodoro, parmigiano reggiano

    • Chicory$14.00

      bitter greens, fennel, bread crumb, caesar dressing

      • Calamari Fritti$21.00

        calabrian aioli, pomodoro, parsley

        • Vongole$18.00

          manila clams, garlic, parsley, focaccia, extra virgin olive oil

          • Focaccia$14.00

            hand dipped ricotta, farm honey, salsa verde

            • Insalata di Casa$16.00

              leafy greens, italian dressing, capers, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, salumi lardons, pecorino

              • Burrata$19.00

                seasonal salad, grilled focaccia

                • Sausage & Peppers$16.00

                  italian sausage, seasonal peppers, beer sauce, grilled focaccia

                  • Salumi$26.00

                    prosciutto, assorted tempesta salumi, assorted cheese, house pickles

                    Pasta

                    • Bucatini$19.00

                      peppercorn mix, pecorino

                      • Tagliatelle$22.00

                        pistachio pesto, fried basil

                        • Rigatoni$23.00

                          vodka sauce, pancetta lardons, chives

                          • Agnolotti$24.00

                            spring vegetable pesto, asparagus, chili oil

                            • Gnocchi$24.00

                              spring vignole, spring vegetables, mint

                              • Orecchiette$23.00

                                italian sausage, cherry tomatoes, rappini

                                • Mafalde$24.00

                                  bolognese, parmigiano reggiano, cabernet vinegar

                                  • Cappelletti$28.00

                                    blue crab, mascarpone, fennel soubise

                                    Secondi

                                    • Pollo Parmigiana$28.00

                                      pomodoro, basil, mozzarella

                                      • Pollo Limone$24.00

                                        white wine, butter, herbs

                                        • Maiale$36.00

                                          pork jus, fregola, cauliflower

                                          • House Burger$21.00

                                            8oz beast burger, american cheese, caramelized onion, pickles, calabrian aioli

                                            • Razza$28.00

                                              skate wing, lemon/calabrian chili piccata, fried capers

                                              • Branzino$34.00

                                                branzino fillet, green sauce, fired seasonal vegetables

                                                • Capesante$38.00

                                                  scallops, xo sauce, 'nduja, herbs

                                                  • Bistecca$76.00

                                                    22oz ribeye, roasted garlic butter, gremolata, grilled lemon

                                                    Contorni

                                                    add marinated chicken breast / shrimp to any dish for +$9

                                                    • Artichoke$12.00

                                                      white wine sauce, breadcrumbs, herbs

                                                      • Broccolini$12.00

                                                        miso aioli, pickled fresno, fried garlic

                                                        • Cavoletti$11.00

                                                          fried brussel sprouts, lemon honey, roasted squash

                                                          • House Fries$9.00

                                                            rosemary garlic oil, parmigiano reggiano

                                                            Last updated: June 20, 2023

                                                            What 236 people are saying

                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                            4.8
                                                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                            • 4.8Food
                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                            • 4.5Value

                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                            Review summary

                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                            Peanut Park Trattoria is a neighborhood gem renowned for its "great food" and "friendly staff." The menu features authentic Italian fare, with standout dishes like the "delicious" fresh pasta and pizzas. Guests appreciate the "attentive servers" and warm atmosphere, making it perfect for casual dining.

                                                            236 Reviews

                                                            1. Michael

                                                              Chicago

                                                              10 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              10 reviews

                                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Peanut Park never stops delivering. Everything I've had here, which is most of the menu is always delicious and the friendly neighborhood setting makes for a top notch experience. Can't say enough good things about PP.

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                                                            2. Frank

                                                              VIP

                                                              Chicago

                                                              13 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              13 reviews

                                                              Dined 4 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Outstanding neighborhood place w great ambiance and fantastic food & spirits

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                                                            3. Vali

                                                              Chicago

                                                              10 reviews

                                                              4.0

                                                              10 reviews

                                                              Dined 7 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                              The servers and host was so welcoming ! So quaint and cute atmosphere ! The pizza was amazing ! I felt like it was real Italian pizza in Florence . We will be back ☺️

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                                                            4. Vikram

                                                              Los Angeles

                                                              1 review

                                                              4.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              The ravioli was not good. Too chewy as the pasta to filling ratio was far too pasta heavy. Pasta itself was really think and not a good conduit for the sauce. More filling and thinner pasta would have been preferred. Otherwise the burrata, pizzas, and rigatoni were great!!

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                                                            5. Ned

                                                              VIP

                                                              Chicago

                                                              54 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              54 reviews

                                                              Dined on December 5, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Wonderful food and service at this fairly new gem. Authentic flavors and huge portions .

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                                                            6. Robert

                                                              Chicago

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              The staff could not have been friendlier or more attentive. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food. Highly recommended.

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                                                            7. Estefani

                                                              Chicago

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              Went for a date night, unfortunately we were sat next to a big party who was very loud. Not the fault of the restaurant per se, but the noise does carry. Overall the food was amazing, the service was unbelievably good, and once the big party left, it was much quieter and enjoyable. I’d recommend coming here!

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                                                            8. Abigail

                                                              Norfolk/Suffolk

                                                              1 review

                                                              3.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on November 13, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                              2. Food 1
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                              Very bad food and drinks but the overall service was decent.

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                                                            9. Molly

                                                              VIP

                                                              Chicago

                                                              10 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              10 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 10, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Peanut Park is so good. The food is delicious. The service and staff are outstanding! I would highly recommend

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                                                            10. valerie

                                                              Chicago

                                                              4 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              4 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 9, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 1
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Service wasn’t great. Waitress kept forgetting our food and it came out at inconsistent times. She seemed overwhelmed with the kitchen.

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                                                            FAQs

                                                            Peanut Park Trattoria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 929-4188.

                                                            Peanut Park Trattoria is rated 4.8 stars by 236 OpenTable diners.

                                                            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 8 times today

                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                            Google Map for Peanut Park Trattoria

                                                            1359 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607-4706

                                                            Dining areas

                                                            Additional information

                                                            • Neighborhood
                                                              Little Italy / University Village
                                                            • Hours of operation
                                                              Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                            • Price
                                                              $31 to $50
                                                            • Cuisines
                                                              Italian, Pizza Bar, Contemporary Italian
                                                            • Dining style
                                                              Casual Dining
                                                            • Dress code
                                                              Business Casual
                                                            • Parking details
                                                              None
                                                            • Additional
                                                              Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
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