RoSal's Italian Kitchen
Heavy, garlic-infused pastas and meat dishes keep generations coming back to this family-owned cucina.
(312) 239-6939
1154 W Taylor St
(at Racine Street)
Chicago,
IL
60607
41.8696
-87.6558
Neighborhoods: University Village / Little Italy, West Side
Hours:
Mon-Thu 4pm-9pm
Fri-Sat 4pm-11pm
Price:
$$
Last updated 4.30.09
What People Are Saying About RoSal's Italian Kitchen
The Owner
RoSal's Italian Kitchen
Owner
With an air of family-style comfort and amazing Italian food, Chicago's RoSal's Italian Kitchen has been a long-standing favorite since 1990. This Chicago-based Italian restaurant not only serves up delicious Sicilian food in abundant portion, flavor and using the freshest ingredients.
Whether you are coming in for a group lunch or dinner, the delicious smell of roasted garlic and a friendly greeting is what will meet you as you walk through the door. The cozy atmosphere and the comforts of a home cooked meal without the mess is what keep patrons coming back.
This family-owned Italian restaurant boasts an upstairs dining room, open on weekends and for private parties. Lunch and dinner is served Monday-Friday and only dinner on Saturday. They can also cater your party whether it is in-house or in your own house. Come visit RoSal's Italian Kitchen and enjoy a home-cooked meal!
The Editor
Valerie Moloney
Citysearch
Family photos line the sage-colored walls at this storefront trattoria in the heart of Little Italy. Vesuvio-style dishes--prepared with lemon, garlic and olive oil--figure prominently into this menu of Italian pasta, seafood and meat offerings. Perfectly portioned starters such as the fried ravioli and calamari won't spoil the main course. Hearty entrees like apple breadcrumb-stuffed chicken breast and juicy chicken Florentine--both tender to the fork's touch--are worth sharing. Downstairs, seniors, kids and parents chat at wooden tables in the glow of white Christmas lights as Sinatra croons the classics. Upstairs, a larger dining room decked in vintage posters hosts psychic readings and recreations of the "Big Night" dinner. Leisurely servers know many diners on a first-name basis.
User Reviews
ShojoBakunyu
June 15, 2009
I went here with my lawyer friend for his birthday and found that I could set up a reservation online. VERY easy. There was no wait to be seated. The staff was very friendly. The food was WONDERFUL. We shared the Grilled Calamari to start. TENDER and flavorful. I had chicken in a lemon cream sauce that was just amazing. My dessert was the White Chocolate Mousse that was the perfect ending to the dinner. My father had Veal and the he loved it. He finished with the Lemonchello Ice. My lawyer had the Linguine Ai Frutti di Mare and he loved it. He finished with the Chocolate… Um… I can’t remember but it was the only chocolate dessert on the menu. I gave the waitress candles and a lighter and the dessert came out and we were able to wish him a happy birthday and it was very nice! The best part?? THERE WAS NO LOUD MUSIC TO SCREAM OVER! This is the first place in the area I have tried that didn’t have the music up so fu*king loud that you can’t hold a conversation… I give this place 5 stars because the visit couldn’t have been better! I would give it 10 stars because of the lack of super super loud music.
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September 13, 2008
I am a born Brooklynite Sicilian and coming from NY I was not very happy with the Italian food I found in Chicago until I ate here. Rosal's is up to the standard if not better then any authentic place in Bensenhurst, Jersey City or Little Italy in NYC or San Fran. I truly love the food, service and atmosphere. It makes me feel like I am back home in NY. You must try the Veal with Lemon and Peppers, just like my grandma Gussie used to make it...Fantastico!
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Elizabeth20069
September 03, 2008
Simply put Rosal's has the best Italian food in town. No one and I mean no one can beat the portions and the price. The service is exceptional. Linda is one of the waitresses there and she is one of the nicest people I know. Joe and Cyndi the owners are great people as well. The food what can you say from the appetizers the to the main dishes all of them are great!...Portabella chicken is one of the best I have ever had. I always say it is to die for it is so good.
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The Extras:
Planning a party? The restaurant can arrange a "Big Night" dinner, recreating the 10-course feast from the movie for $65 per person. A minimum of 15 guests is required.
Fun Fact:
Psychic Patrick O'Brien gives private readings in the upstairs dining room every other Monday. Secure a spot by making reservations with the restaurant.
Know Before You Go:
They are only open for Groups of 20 or more at lunchtime.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Quiet, Group Dining
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
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Message from RoSal's Italian Kitchen
- Private Parties
- Catering
- Big Night Dinner
With an air of family-style comfort and amazing Italian food, Chicago's RoSal's Italian Kitchen has been a long-standing favorite since 1990. This Chicago-based Italian restaurant not only serves up delicious Sicilian food in abundant portion, flavor and using the freshest ingredients.
Whether you are coming in for a group lunch or dinner, the delicious smell of roasted garlic and a friendly greeting is what will meet you as you walk through the door. The cozy atmosphere and the comforts of a home cooked meal without the mess is what keep patrons coming back.
This family-owned Italian restaurant boasts an upstairs dining room, open on weekends and for private parties. Lunch and dinner is served Monday-Friday and only dinner on Saturday. They can also cater your party whether it is in-house or in your own house. Come visit RoSal's Italian Kitchen and enjoy a home-cooked meal!
