Petterino's
(312) 422-0150
150 N Dearborn St
Chicago,
IL
60601
41.8846
-87.6297
Neighborhoods: Loop, Central
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The Scene
Set in the Goodman Theatre complex, Petterino's bustles with show-goers and Loop white-collar types hungry for something quick and not too fancy. Red velvet banquettes and hardwood floors make for a plush '40s supper club feel. The inside menu cover lists show times for all the major theaters in the area; quick, friendly servers make sure you get there on time.
The Food
The classic American menu features throwback fare (spaghetti, fried shrimp) that fits the room's nostalgic mood. Standout starters include fresh jumbo shrimp cocktail and zesty tomato bisque; main plates range from Italian standbys like ravioli al forno and chicken saltimbocca to kicky peppercorn steak with bacon and savory shrimp de jonghe baked in bread crumbs with a rich sherry butter sauce. Desserts include a couple of chocolate winners: moist "applause" cake and rich banana-and-cookie ice cream pie.
User Reviews
Colonel79
January 12, 2009
This place is popular before shows since it's so close, but avoid it. It's a tourist trap. I feel like I paid for Applebee's quality food at 4 times the price! I expected much considering their prices, but will never ever return. The food is mediocre at best. Next time I'll take a cab or go to Catch 35 or Bin 36. It's worth the extra money or walk to avoid this place. Me: I got the Prime Rib with twice baked potato. Someone needs to teach the chef how to cook a prime rib. The outside of my prime rib was overcooked while the inside was almost raw. The waiter's solution was to toss it back on the grill. It also had a HUGE fat chunk in it. Medium grade meat completely mis-cooked. Also, my twice baked potato was dry and bland. Sour cream, cheese and bacon couldn't even save it. Girlfriend: Skirt steak with french fries. The skirt steak was overdone and lacking flavor. She always gets skirt steak and this one ranks dead last. The fries came out cold. We also split the coconut shrimp and iceberg wedge: Nothing special.
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Anonymous
October 16, 2008
Petterino's is really close to the Chicago Theater and is a great place to get dinner and some drinks before going to the Theater. The waiter we had was great and the atmosphere was good. I do recommend getting there early or making reservations b/c it does get really crowded for dinner. The food was great and I didn't have complaints about the restaurant.
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seriouslysincere
September 19, 2008
While we were there, the service was good. However, they undercooked my dinner which was chicken armando and I paid for it for about a week. I started eating it and I thought it might be a little pink, but I couldn't imagine that they really messed it up that badly. It wasn't until the last two bites that I discovered it was RAW in places. I didn't eat that part, but by then it was too late. Unfortunately, I was there in a social situation that precluded me from confronting them at the time, and they never responded to my email informing them that they made me sick. But stomach cramps and intestinal distress (this website won't let me use the medical term for it) aren't fond memories. Obviously, I won't be back there, and I would recommend that you avoid it as well.
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Save Money:
The lunch menu offers five small versions of its dinner desserts for just $1.95 each. And on Sundays, desserts won't cost you a dime when you dine at the restaurant and present a ticket stub for a theatrical production.
What to Drink:
The nostalgic cocktail list includes Manhattans, grasshoppers and Rob Roys, plus martinis like the Goodman, with Absolut Citron, apple liqueur, sour mix and Sprite.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Theater District Dining, Lunch Spot, Online Reservations, Group Dining, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Bar
