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(312) 239-6993
300 W Hubbard St
(Franklin Street)
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.8902
-87.6354
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm
Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm
Sat 5:30pm-11pm
Sun 5pm-10pm
Price:
$$$$
Coco Pazzo
Last updated 11.20.09
What People Are Saying About Coco Pazzo
The Owner
Coco Pazzo
Owner
Chicago?s authority on Tuscan, Italian cuisine, owner Jack Weiss and Chef Chris Macchia create a seasonal menu abundant with both traditional and contemporary dishes. The plentiful display of antipasti and a wood-burning oven are the first things you notice in this splendid loft space. With soaring ceilings, velvet drapes and a fifty-foot antique bar, comfort is key at Coco Pazzo. In harmony with the menu, co-owner and Wine Director, Tamra Weiss, has created an all Italian wine list that boasts an unique selection of popular, and small production wines by the bottle, or by the glass. Based on…
The Editor
Elisa Kronish
Citysearch
Nestled into a former furniture factory with a dim-lit, loft-like feel, this wood-beamed dining room with cream-colored walls and imposing velvet drapes enjoys a who's-who, repeat following. With seasonality in mind, Chef Chris Macchia crafts memorable plates, from a first bite of pear, taleggio and speck tart to housemade wild boar sausage alongside lentils and watercress. More substantial main courses could mean osso buco sprinkled with gremolata or stunning wood-grilled, tableside-sliced Bistecca alla Fiorentina for two. Eggless panna cotta is a sight to behold. – – –…
07/10/09
Spot -on!
by Annazenato at Citysearch
The food, ambience and service here is consistently great. Always a good experience.
- Pros: Great Service
02/20/09
Amazing Italian
by cmroma at Citysearch
Chic and delicious. Very Italian with excellent service. A beautiful dessert plate was made for me to celebrate my 30th birthday. They made the evening very special for me and my family.
- Pros: Ambience and service
12/30/08
New chef is great!
by bonvivantsuisse at Citysearch
I have been going there for years and it is better than ever. They also always have great wines by the glass. The new chef is great and the service is always good. It is my favorite for pre-theater.
- Pros: Best Italian
The Details on Coco Pazzo
The Extras:
For more casual Tuscan dining, try Coco Pazzo Cafe, just off the Mag Mile.
What to Drink:
Try anything off the only-Italian wine list for a complete and traditional dining experience.
Save Money:
Pastas are available in appetizer portions as well (at lower price points).
The Extras:
Try anything off the only-Italian wine list for a complete and traditional dining experience.
Category:
Restaurants, Marketing Consultants, Catering
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, Private Rooms, Lunch Spot, Business Dining, Online Reservations, Date Spot, Notable Wine List
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Bar
Message from Coco Pazzo
- Italian Cuisine
- Italian wine list
- Private Parties
Chicago?s authority on Tuscan, Italian cuisine, owner Jack Weiss and Chef Chris Macchia create a seasonal menu abundant with both traditional and contemporary dishes. The plentiful display of antipasti and a wood-burning oven are the first things you notice in this splendid loft space. With soaring ceilings, velvet drapes and a fifty-foot antique bar, comfort is key at Coco Pazzo. In harmony with the menu, co-owner and Wine Director, Tamra Weiss, has created an all Italian wine list that boasts an unique selection of popular, and small production wines by the bottle, or by the glass. Based on quality and value, the wine list has been praised by Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast year after year.
