Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 7957 reviews

What Antonina Montanari doesn't like about The Rosebud:
Pork chop Calabrase was like hiding into hot wings with ghost peppers, phone completely in edible for my palate. The maître d’ was gracious enough to take it off of the tab. Everything else was wonderful. I recommend the carrot cake. View all feedback. What Kathy Strehle likes about The Rosebud:
The Rosebud on Taylor is a great place to bring out of town friends for an authentic Chicago restaurant experience. The food is classic Italian, and I highly recommend the veal in many different preparations (veal piccata is my favorite). Wine list is wide ranging so it is possible to order a good wine at a good price, but also possible to splurge. Specialty cocktails are a bit pricey. Fried calamari appetizer is exc... View all feedback.

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Menu
3.4 ★ from 43 reviews
Nikolas
18.12.2017 - 14:57

Food is greatI had a terrible waiter last Saturday or this could be a 5 star rating.

Gust
18.12.2017 - 14:57

Disappointing, especially for the price. Personally, I thought my baked cavatelli tasted delicious, but my partner's spaghetti with sausage was simply ok.

Burnice
18.12.2017 - 14:57

Holy moly! This place exceeded my expectations! Went here with the fiancée for his birthday and we both left feeling satisfied.

Eloise
11.10.2022 - 18:39

That's my place when I get closer. eating is Italian best calamari ever, big oysters, meatballs and that is just the appetizers. I love pasta with Bolanese sauc...

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Candido
11.10.2022 - 18:39

Service was terrible waited 25 minutes and no one showed up at our table. I did not expect to sit outside when I made reservations it was my husband’s birthda...

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Rosebud's offers a mix of experiences, with some patrons praising the fabulous food and top-notch service, while others express disappointment with changes in quality and menu offerings. The restaurant seems to be hit or miss for some, with certain dishes receiving high praise while others fall short. Overall, the atmosphere is described as classic Italian, and the staff is commended for their professionalism and efficiency. Despite some mixed reviews, Rosebud's remains a popular choice for those seeking a traditional Italian dining experience in Chicago.

Opentable
4.5 ★ from 1591 reviews
MCWineMaker
30.09.2023 - 13:11

Good traditional Italian food. Order the Veal Francese! Amazing!

Lorenzo
30.09.2023 - 13:11

An old staple of Chicago serving authentic Italian food. Great small environment. Excellent service. Incredible food.

Joeyk
30.09.2023 - 13:11

Always a pleasure at The Rosebud on Taylor. The food is matched by the ambiance and warmth you feel when you walk in the door.

Bernadette
30.09.2023 - 13:11

We had a perfect evening at The Rosebud! Our server, Robin, was very helpful, friendly, and attentive. The food was exceptional. My husband had the frutti de ma...

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coach
30.09.2023 - 13:11

Great Service, delicious food, something special about the original Rosebud.

Int Restaurants
3.8 ★ from 1655 reviews
Tarek
21.07.2023 - 05:06

I 'll cut to the chase: The Trio from the specials menu is without a doubt among the best tenderloin cuts my wife and I have ever had, easily leagues above 'top...

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Swaroop
21.07.2023 - 05:06

Yummy! Everything was delicious! Love the vintage sign when we ate outside. Started with stuffed mushrooms and the brocolini. The sauce for the mushrooms was re...

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Pedro
21.07.2023 - 05:06

Food is always great! Amounts are abundant. Careful in ordering the double chocolate cake. It's the size of the Sears Tower! Go-to place for a nice time.

james
21.07.2023 - 05:06

Our experience was fabulous! Easy parking, superb service, and amazing food were all factors

Youvonda
21.07.2023 - 05:06

I celebrated my 50th Birthday here and we enjoyed our dinner immensely! Great service and delicious food. We'll be back!

Yelp
4.0 ★ from 704 reviews
Ledora
08.11.2023 - 12:33

Food and drinks were great. It's a little tight in space but the quality is definitely there. The short rib bolognese is amazing! I enjoyed the Brussels as...

Eve
08.11.2023 - 12:33

Classic Italian that did not disappoint. 4.5 stars Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 3 Opentableable: yes Return worthiness:...

Devin
08.11.2023 - 12:33

0 stars if I could. Run run away. I've given this place enough chances to see that they either must have sold or changed owners. HORRENDOUS SERVICE. Server...

Google
4.4 ★ from 1158 reviews
Vincent
30.10.2023 - 16:03

Was a great meal, great service, I highly recommend it. Loved it 10 years ago, loved it last night.

Jacob
30.10.2023 - 16:03

This is becoming one of our go-to restaurants when visiting Chicago. It is some of the best Italian we have had. I will say that the Rosebud on Rush is nowhere...

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Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 235 reviews
Restaurantji
4.2 ★ from 397 reviews
Menuwithprice
4.4 ★ from 64 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.2 ★ from 1365 reviews

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