Casati's - Chicago

The restaurant was mediocre. The app required me to write at least 50 characters, so I will summarize by saying: mediocre. At least making reservations was easy... read more The restaurant was mediocre. The app required me to write at least 50 characters, so I will summarize by saying: mediocre. At least making reservations was easy.

We have eaten at this restaurant several times and the food and service are always different. This time the appetizers were expand the food was subpar. I would... read more We have eaten at this restaurant several times and the food and service are always different. This time the appetizers were expand the food was subpar. I would up getting sick later in the evening. Worst tiramisu I’ve ever had. Service was slow with lack of communication. Drink orders forgotten.

I had a fantastic evening at this restaurant. The owner was very welcoming and personally checked on our table to ensure everything was to our liking. The food... read more I had a fantastic evening at this restaurant. The owner was very welcoming and personally checked on our table to ensure everything was to our liking. The food is authentic Italian, prepared and presented beautifully. The menu is outstanding.

The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was outstanding! I recently had to eliminate dairy from my diet, so I was a bit hesitant about dining at an I... read more The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was outstanding! I recently had to eliminate dairy from my diet, so I was a bit hesitant about dining at an Italian restaurant. However, I was thrilled to find that they offer a vegan menu with options featuring vegan cheese! I couldn’t believe my luck—I could choose nearly anything I wanted in a vegan version. The waiter was also incredibly thoughtful and made sure to check which appetizers I could enjoy. I will definitely be coming back!

The parking situation was convenient, the atmosphere was absolutely beautiful, and the staff were incredibly friendly—Nancy, in particular, was attentive and ch... read more The parking situation was convenient, the atmosphere was absolutely beautiful, and the staff were incredibly friendly—Nancy, in particular, was attentive and charming. I chose the vegan dishes based on @plantbasedtamika's recommendation and tried the truffle mushroom pizza, which was delicious and full of flavor. The drink I ordered was enjoyable, and I added a splash of cranberry for a festive touch. The whole vibe was warm, inviting, and celebratory. I definitely plan to return. I also appreciate the option to make reservations, although I wish there had been clearer instructions on how to do that.