Sapori Trattoria
(773) 871-9810
2701 N Halsted St
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.9317
-87.6488
Neighborhoods: North Side, Lincoln Park
Price:
$$
What People Are Saying About Sapori Trattoria
The Editor
Robyn Galbos
Citysearch
The Scene
Romantic and cozy, Sapori has a nicely appointed dining room with white table linens, soft lights, exposed-brick walls and a small bar. The regional Italian menu features generous salads and starters like grilled calamari or roasted red pepper with balsamic vinegar. Handmade pastas include lobster-filled cappelletti in cream sauce, spaghetti alla Bottarga with garlic and olive oil, and creamy risotto ai funghi, with a hint of wine and plenty of wild mushrooms.
User Reviews
rickrez
March 02, 2009
I went to this restaurant in January and It was awful. The service was friendly, the atmosphere pretty drab, don't sit by the front windows very cold and the food was well awful. The portions were huge but the pasta was not fresh and was over cooked - soft and mushy. The sauces were also out of a jar. If you grew up eating italian or have visited Italy avoid this restaurant at all costs. I had the pumpkin soup which was disgusting, seasoned very badly and then the linguini with mussels or clams can't remember but what I do remember is that I got sick to my stomach shortly after so not to sure about the quality of the seafood. The large portions do not compensate for poor food quality clearly not cooked by Italians.
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nonameslerft
March 01, 2009
We arrived and there was a long line...generally a good sign. The events unfolded as follows: 1. It turns out that the major reason the wait was so long was that the host was MIA and remained so for about 10 to 15 minutes. The host finally made an appearance at around 9:15. We then waited another 15 to 20 minutes to be seated. 2. At about 9:30 we were seated for out 9:00 reservation. 3. The service was surprisingly prompt and friendly. 4. Then came the food... I knew that we were in trouble when I could taste loads of butter in the bruschetta. 5. Everything that we had was uninteresting and had the over powering taste of butter and salt. The paste was overcooked to the point of being mushy...one of the worst things you can do in Italian cooking as far as I'm concerned...although this place made me think that maybe the worst thing you can do is substitute butter for olive oil in everything. 6. We left disappointed and wishing that we had pick another place. If you like decent Italian food this is not the place to go.
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evamc
November 12, 2008
Awesome Italian food, although it was a little pricey. The service was great and they were very flexible with the menu options.
read full reviewThe Details on Sapori Trattoria
What to Drink:
The wine list has reasonably priced selections by the bottle, (averaging about $25) and several by the glass.
The Extras:
During the spring and summer, the chef hosts cooking classes on Wednesdays. Call ahead for details and times.
Parking:
Stop inside before parking and a manager will give you a pass for free parking in the a lot one block north (next to the bar Crush).
Where to Sit:
Tables on the tree-lined sidewalk are inviting on summer evenings.
Category:
Restaurants, Ethnic Food Markets, Liquor Stores
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Quiet, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, Online Reservations, Date Spot, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At the bar
