Il Vicinato - Chicago

Very old school Italian restaurant. Very friendly staff and attentive. read more Very old school Italian restaurant. Very friendly staff and attentive.

Great place to seriously enjoy really good Italian food. It's kind of a small restaurant, but it has a comfortable feel. Very enjoyable. read more Great place to seriously enjoy really good Italian food. It's kind of a small restaurant, but it has a comfortable feel. Very enjoyable.

Squid Ink Seafood pasta was delicious. So was the veal ravioli. The atmosphere laid back and casual. I recommend. read more Squid Ink Seafood pasta was delicious. So was the veal ravioli. The atmosphere laid back and casual. I recommend.

I have fond memories of Il Vicinato from my childhood. My father used to work in the area and would take me there for special occasions. It was always filled wi... read more I have fond memories of Il Vicinato from my childhood. My father used to work in the area and would take me there for special occasions. It was always filled with locals and businessmen, creating a lively atmosphere. I revisited the restaurant 10 years ago, under new ownership, and was pleased to see that many of the regulars were still there. The place had maintained its cool, bohemian, and neighborhood-friendly vibe that I remembered. I was excited to introduce my adult children, who had recently moved to the neighborhood, to this restaurant. However, our experience was a bit disappointing. Our waiter seemed uninterested in my nostalgic story, and the service was slow and impersonal. The food was typical Italian fare, nothing exceptional, but I appreciated that they had preserved the restaurant's décor, including the beautiful chandeliers. Overall, Il Vicinato is a decent option for a Friday night out if you are local, but it's not worth the long drive for me anymore.

You feel wecomed immediately into this vozy, authentic Italian gem in the heart of Italy. The staff takes great care to help with menu, and cater to all our nee... read more You feel wecomed immediately into this vozy, authentic Italian gem in the heart of Italy. The staff takes great care to help with menu, and cater to all our needs. Food was delicious, calamari excellent , walleye delicate, pastas were like homemade . Valet parkingtoo.