Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 5308 reviews

What Idris Garba Malam doesn't like about Bacchanalia:
This charming little Italian restaurant features a bar at the front and a dining area in the back. The staff was friendly, though they could have been a bit more attentive. I really enjoyed the food, especially the delicious marinara sauce! I tried the tiramisu for the first time, but unfortunately, I didn’t care for it. It had a very strong coffee flavor that reminded me of black coffee. Additionally, their website... View all feedback. What Lisa A likes about Bacchanalia:
The food here is always delicious and service is top notch. The bar area is small but welcoming, so start with a cocktail...and end with one. Bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable. And don't forget to share a dessert! Enjoy!!! View all feedback.

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4.6 ★ from 13 reviews
Lizzie
26.01.2023 - 16:32

Our evening was quite enjoyable. The service was excellent, though we wished the bar area were a bit larger; we definitely would have stayed for drinks!

Antonina
26.01.2023 - 16:32

We took my mother out for dinner, and it turned out to be a wonderful evening. We really appreciated the staff; they made our experience fantastic!

Garland
26.01.2023 - 16:32

The baked cuddles are fantastic! This is one of the best Italian restaurants in Chicago!

Melody
26.01.2023 - 16:32

Italian. the white fish and salmon were excellent, the portions are large, and the price is correct. but there is something lacking in the true Italian kitchen...

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Judah
26.01.2023 - 16:32

Perhaps the best Italian in all of Chicago. No frills, but the food is full of thrills.

Int Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 1874 reviews
Jack
26.07.2023 - 14:37

A hidden gem in the heart of the city! My family has dined here for over 35 years, and now my spouse and I love to bring visitors and friends here visiting Chic...

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Jane
26.07.2023 - 14:37

Celebrated Mother's Day with family yesterday and had a wonderful time. The waitress was attentive, not overbearing and we were not rushed. We hadn't been there...

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Stacey
26.07.2023 - 14:37

So good! From the bruschetta, lasagna, and angel hair pasta dish ...cannoli and cheesecake. Great wine selection. We had a great meal! Thank you!!

Jennifer
26.07.2023 - 14:37

Everything was great! The pasta was cooked perfectly and it tasted so good. Quaint, with a friendly atmosphere and staff. They didn't even yell at us when we ac...

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Michelle
26.07.2023 - 14:37

Wonderful intimate space for a meal with friends and family. Food was excellent as always. I had the Chicken Bacchanalia and it was spectacular. Our service was...

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Top-rated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Lisa
16.07.2023 - 21:47

The food here is always delicious and service is top notch. The bar area is small but welcoming, so start with a cocktail...and end with one. Bartenders are fri...

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G
16.07.2023 - 21:47

Wow! What a phenomenal experience dining in. Execptional service by staff, food is amazing and generous portions. Definitely coming back

A
16.07.2023 - 21:47

Delicious food, good prices for how big the portions are! Owner treated us like family, had a very fun time and felt very welcomed. 10/10 dining experience

Dan
16.07.2023 - 21:47

There just isn't any way to replace an original. Go to the old neighborhood. Listen to your servers. Eat, and enjoy a piece of Chicago history that you won't fi...

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Scottie
16.07.2023 - 21:47

Incredible, classic Italian dishes. A wide range of imported and domestic wines not to mention an absolutely amazing selection of fresh handmade desserts. Good...

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Restaurantji
4.6 ★ from 214 reviews
Dolly
22.09.2023 - 05:48

?? Bacchanalia is a quaint and cozy Italian restaurant in Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood. I had a wonderful dining experience there with my family. The ser...

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Leanne
22.09.2023 - 05:48

This is gonna be an off the wall review, but I finally found you! Somewhere around 2016/17, I was in Chicago with my former partner for a conference and stayed...

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Leanne
22.09.2023 - 05:48

This restaurant is a old family favorite. We valet parked. We had a party of 14 on a busy Sat night. Atmosphere is cozy for a large party. We ordered antipasta...

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Damien
22.09.2023 - 05:48

Best meal i’ve ever eaten for real!The people were awesome. Really made me feel wanted and at home. Honestly best time I’ve had in years. Ive never written a re...

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Reina
22.09.2023 - 05:48

Ugh I really wanted to like this place, but food wasn’t what I expected. My pasta was hard and dry. The server is very sweet and nice, place is welcoming. Just...

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Sirved
4.4 ★ from 1425 reviews
Blair
26.01.2024 - 06:04

I had the chicken special, and it was absolutely delicious! We also ordered the clams as an appetizer, and they were quite good. However, the service was a bit...

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Idris
26.01.2024 - 06:04

This charming little Italian restaurant features a bar at the front and a dining area in the back. The staff was friendly, though they could have been a bit mor...

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Google
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Opentable
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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 85 reviews
Yelp
4.0 ★ from 231 reviews
Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.1 ★ from 577 reviews

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