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Low-lit and intimate, this Old-World Italian eatery mimics a quaint village.
(312) 957-5808
71 W Monroe St
(Dearborn Street)
Chicago,
IL
60603
41.8806
-87.63
Neighborhoods: Central, Loop
Italian Village Restaurants
Last updated 8.10.09
What People Are Saying About Italian Village
The Owner
Italian Village
Owner
A beloved Chicago Landmark, the Village is a casual restaurant located on the second floor. Designed like a small Italian town, customers dine in cozy nooks with such names as La Taverna (The Tavern) and La Banca (the Bank). The Northern Italian menu features an endless selection of pasta, veal, beef, seafood, chicken, pizza, panini and salads.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Colorful fish swim in tanks set in brick walls at this underground Loop spot, a gathering place for dates, theatergoers and out-of-towners. Northern and Southern Italian steak and seafood dishes come sauced and in generous portions. House favorites include minestrone, fluffy, meat-filled ravioli and the Cantina Special, a mix of chopped steak, grilled onions, mushrooms and mozzarella. The Cacciucco, a tomato-saffron-fennel stew of fish, squid, clams, scallops, is also a standard.
12/29/09
Teriffic Place to Eat
by TSimon at Citysearch
After reading the reviews, I gave this place a try. I found it to be quite.......great!
We had a bunch of appetizers, wine and dessert. The calamari was cooked perfectly. I found the food to be a great value and VERY tasty!
I look forward to trying out the other two restaurants located in the same building and run by the same family.
Because of the good reviews, I was definitely pointed in the right direction!
- Pros: Great Food
12/29/09
Awesome Service and Italian Food
by jenwilson25 at Citysearch
Recently took my family here as my sister was in town from California. We were seated in a very charming booth, which could have sat six, so it was quite spacious. We were immediately greeted by our server, and had bread and our drinks promptly. We ordered the chicken vesuvio, the osso bucco, chicken marsala and veal parmigan, the chicken vesuvio took a bit longer to cook, but it came out fresh and very good. After the meal we were treated to a sampling of the desserts. Tiramasu, cheesecake, a chocolate mousse which was to die for, and some cannolis. For four of us, our bill came out to under $100 and the portions were huge. Great value and price. The Village is very quaint with its hand painted murals on the wall, you feel like you are in an authentic Italian Village. I will definitely be back!!
- Pros: Fantastic portion size and excellent cuisine
12/21/09
Great Meal
by pizzaman1524 at Citysearch
great place!!! will definately revisit!!!
- Pros: great food, and very friendly staff
- Cons: the food took a little longer then expected
The Details on Italian Village
What to Drink:
The award-winning wine lists boasts more than 1,000 domestic and foreign wines ranging from $25 to $1,000 per bottle, plus about 10 selections by the glass.
Parking:
Valet or try the paid parking lot at 33 W Monroe Street.
Fun Fact:
La Cantina Enoteca shares the Italian Village's 45,000-bottle-strong wine list, making it a Wine Spectator-noted restaurant.
Where to Sit:
Ask for one of the enclosed booths, which make you feel worlds away from other diners.
Category:
Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Lounges, Stenography, Banquet Rooms, Catering
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Private Rooms, Date Spot, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Business Dining, Carry Out, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At Bar
As Seen In…
Chicago
Chicago
Message from Italian Village
- Oldest Italian Restaurant
- Family -owned
- Loop Lunch
A beloved Chicago Landmark, the Village is a casual restaurant located on the second floor. Designed like a small Italian town, customers dine in cozy nooks with such names as La Taverna (The Tavern) and La Banca (the Bank). The Northern Italian menu features an endless selection of pasta, veal, beef, seafood, chicken, pizza, panini and salads.
