Well done. Of you can find a place that can make a proper Bee's Knees as a cocktail than you have found a well thought out venue that aims for perfection. The service is brilliant, and only because it is so tasty the food actually exceeds the service. The Gnochetti is not to be missed...Likely the best thing on the menu. The chicken was outstanding, as well. Skip the Risotto Balls..it has been done. What makes this Argentina/ Italian fusion work so well are the sauces. Incredible. Get reservations as this place has a great vibe and is jammed.

First time there for a work dinner. My goodness, it was super packed, and the atmosphere was extremely loud. I loved watching the lady make tortellini fresh behind the counter. We ate family style and split everything. The server was nice, and the company was funny. The food was an experience that I enjoyed. It wasn't cheap, but everything was visually appealing and packed with flavor.

I can't say enough great things about this restaurant. It was definitely one of my top 3 restaurants I've been to in my life so far! From the moment I walked in I was greeted by the friendliest people at the front. I was eating alone but they made me feel right at home! Lindsey/Lindsay was my waitress and deserves a round of applause. She was so patient with me, answered all of my questions, helped me pick the right wine to go with my meal and was super attentive even though she had a huge table to attend to along with several others. The food is absolutely amazing. You can taste the freshness along with the care they put into each dish. I mean they make their pasta right there & you can watch them! I started off with a glass of Chardonnay (Chalone Monterey 1019) which I highly recommend. The Artichoke & Sunchoke Crostino was the 1st starter I had to try. (The other great thing about Lindsay, she said since I was eating by myself, she could have them make the dishes smaller, thankgoodness or I would've wasted so much food) 2nd item was the Nduja Arancini. 3rd item, if it's in season when you go...get the Heirloom Tomato Salad!! This salad I could eat all by itself everyday! 4th item Prosciutto Agnolotti but add the shaved black truffles you will not regret it! For dessert get the Chocolate Dipped Forgotten Cookie! Run to go try this place, make sure to make reservations!

Fantastic food. Fantastic service. This place is the best Italian food we had in USA. The dish’s are generous, cocktails are done to perfection add unique. All what we order was excellent. The tiramisu is huge size for 2 people at least of not more.

Wow, my local Chicago friend invited me here. Foods, atmosphere, and the service were all great. The large plate is actually “large” so don’t underestimate it :) Their pasta is very soft and chewy which tastes fresh. Their ham sandwich has great combinations of the ingredients. Every plate was rich in flavor😋 Highly recommend for Chicago visitors!!!

I had been very excited to visit Monteverde and am pleased that lunch today surpassed my expectations. The dining room is handsome and lively (I would recommend you secure a booking for this popular place in advance) and my table at the bar was excellent as I could watch the chefs making the pasta which was hypnotic and impressive. I tried the Grilled Sweet Potatoes (made with Gorgonzola, melted leeks, walnuts and honey) and this was a fine dish. My main course (potato-filled žlikrofi with roasted pearl onion, montasio cheese, brown butter, mieli thun honey, fresh shaved black perigord truffle) was absolutely sensational. Packed with flavours and such tender beautiful pasta - I didn’t want it to end. The drinks were nice and the service was professional and charming. Really great - loved it here.

Fantastic dining experience. Great food with full of surprises. The fried squash blossom was amazing. The veggie in the Regu was a highlight. The meatballs was so tasty. The pastas were just authentic and on point. The long waited reservation did not disappoint us.

After years of never being quick enough to snag a reservation, I was finally able to grab a last minute lunch this week. I'm happy to say it was an incredible meal that lives up to all expectations. I absolutely loved the artichoke and sunchoke crostino. The arancini was tasty, though a bit heavy - I'd definitely recommend splitting this among 2-3 people. The egg yolk raviolo was one of the most unique pasta dishes I've ever had - very lemony, incredible textures, and quite filling. I can't wait to return!

Monteverde is a wonderful pasta restaurant in Chicago. Every single dish was impressive to say the least and very well balanced. My only concern is not having a second stomach to eat everything on the menu. The staff is super friendly and makes every effort to ensure a quality experience. Come here hungry and you'll leave happy.

Very trendy place in trendy West Loop. While the energy and service in this place outstanding, it is hard to say its food lived up to the hype. At this price point with this level of popularity, the expectation was high. While stuffed cabbage was interesting, egg yolk ravioli was not. One should not walk away with “it was OK” impression when dropping over $200 on dinner for two.

This place is so special. I make reservations anytime we will be in the city. I make sure to look 30 days out because it fills up quickly and we never want to miss an opportunity to dine here. This was our 4th visit and it was just as amazing as prior visits. Will be back again in September! There is such care in the service and execution of the dishes... thoughtful layers of flavor in each dish. A gem of a restaurant.

Hey unique and modern take on traditional Italian cuisine. Absolutely loved everything we tried. Drinks were awesome too and have the perfect buzz. Service was very friendly, prompt and not bougie. Go spend your money here.

I saw this restaurant featured on Netflix Somebody Feed Phil and couldn't wait to eat there when I planned my trip to Chicago. I tried for weeks trying to get a dinner reservation on Resy and setup notifications in case of last minute cancellations and I was able to get a reservation for lunch on a Friday. They are open for Friday and Saturday lunch and they do take walk-in's and I noticed open seating at the bar and the dining room close to 2pm. They also offer delivery and takeout! BURRATA E HAM $28 rosemary tigelle, prosciutto di san daniele, mostarda, burrata; add prosciutto butter $4 *it comes with 4 tigelle and if you've never had tigelle it's similar to an English muffin but very dense, 4 slices of prosciutto, nice size ball of burrata and the prosciutto butter is a must! it's worth the $4 which adds a unctuous buttery porky flavor to your sandwich. This was our favorite bite during this meal but one of the most memorable during our 4 day visit. SOPPRESSATA MEATBALL $7 per piece mangalitsa pork, pomodoro, wild oregano *the meatball needed more structure, it's a very loose meatball, a bit undercooked for me with a lot of pink, and neither of us were a fan of the texture or flavor, we each had a couple of bites and didn't finish it EGG YOLK RAVIOLO $23 ricotta & beet green filled, speck prosciutto, sage, poppy seed, balsamico *one large raviolo which had a beautiful yolk that ran out, the accompaniments were lackluster, I would not order this dish again for the price point and also the fact I was still hungry TIRAMISU $17 espresso soaked lady fingers, mascarpone, marsala zabaglione, cocoa *a bit soggy for me, and I don't think I've ever spent $17 on tiramisu but the portion was very large Nerello Mascalese Rosé $15 TENUTA DELLE TERRE NERE 2020 *this rose had a slight pink tint but honestly didn't have much flavor, it reminded me of a sauvignon blanc SERVICE/ATMOSPHERE: I noted on my reservation I was celebrating my bday and they were nice enough to bring me a slice of cake with a candle. Lunch was ~$100 and it was an energetic atmosphere in a very modern space. The selection for lunch is smaller than the dinner menu but I would definitely come back for dinner to get the tigelle appetizer and some pasta.

Reservations are hard to come by for a reason here! We were able to essentially walk in without a reservation (with a 45 minute wait) on a random Wednesday, and it was most definitely worth it. We ordered cocktails to start (the rhubarb g&t was incredible; my boyfriend ordered the witch’s daisy and loved it). The cocktails were fresh and seasonal - a great way to start. For starters, we ordered the arancini (amazing) and the burrata e ham (absolutely stellar, especially the strawberry rhubarb spread. For dinner, we shared two pasta dishes - one from the “pasta atipica” list (I forget the name, unfortunately!) and one from the “pasta tipica” list - the spaghetti al pomodoro with chili oil. While the spaghetti al pomodoro with chili oil was delicious, I was surprised that the oil was on the side and not mixed in. I assume that this was because they wanted us to be able to control the heat. Finally, for dessert, we shared the most decadent tiramisu. By the end of our meal, we were well and truly stuffed, and likely should have either ordered one less appetizer, not ordered dessert, or taken some of the food home. Everything tasted amazing, but the best part of our experience was the service. Our waiter checked on us and provided recommendations of what to order and how to best experience the menu. The bussers were incredibly friendly and personable. Overall, the service felt like they anticipated everything we could possibly want or need, and seemed happy to be there. I would highly recommend coming to Monteverde.

I brought my friend here to celebrate her 30th birthday and it was the first time visiting for both of us. It was a perfect spot for a celebration or even a date night/girl’s night. We started off with stuffed squash blossoms and ‘nduja arancini for snacks and cacio whey Pepe and frutte de la mare from the pasta dishes. We had the Pinot Noir blend MAISON NOIR ‘LOVE DRUNK’ ROSÉ and both decided we wanted to buy bottles of it to have on hand at home 😏. For the table we split the whole bird chicken Parm and had plenty left over to take home. Since it was her birthday 🎂 they brought her out a slice of ice cream confetti 🎉 cake with merengue on the sides. We also ordered the lemon 🍋 gelato with a cookie to try as well. Our server was so sweet and the service was excellent. The meal and atmosphere alike was lovely and we highly recommend.

This Italian restaurant captivates the essence of Italy with its authentic flavors and inviting ambiance. Perfectly crafted pasta dishes ,each bite is a celebration of fresh ingredients and culinary expertise. The attentive service and warm atmosphere elevate the overall dining experience, making it a must-visit for lovers of Italian cuisine.

Wow wow wow! Pre-meal, I thought everyone saying this was the best Italian food ever was just being hyperbolic ... post-meal, where do I get my membership card?! The food was so good! Started with drinks (Witch's Daisy and Italian Sling #2), both were well-balanced and interesting. Then, just a snack - the Artichoke and Sunchoke Crostino ... packed with truffle, garlic, and charred artichoke on a blend of ricotta and fontina atop crunchy, buttery toast (crostino) ... so flavorful. Then, the M.O.A.B. - Ragu Alla Napoletana ... the sausage, the osso bucco, the meatballs ... holy freaking cow, the meatballs! Tender, delicious clouds of meat! The fusilli was perfect. The sauce was simple and balanced. Just incredible!!! Needed a light, refreshing end to this food coma, so opted for the raspberry sorbet and forgotten cookie (like "s'more"-ish merengue cookie with shredded coconut). And to our guide thru this whole experience, Lindsay - you were incredible and your recommendations were spot on!!

Overall: The food was okay but the service was excellent. Price point was a little on the higher end for what you get. The restaurant has a nice ambiance. Wish there was outdoor seating though. Drinks and Appetizers: We got the Grilled Spanish Octopus and the Heirloom Tomato Salad. Would not recommend the octopus but the heirloom tomato salad was tasty. I don't think any of us really liked our cocktails. The Aperitivo Spritz was a pretty big disappointment. Main Course: Our group got the Cacio Whey Pepe, Gnocchetti Con Pesto, Sweet Corn Angolotti, and a shrimp with spaghetti dish that I cannot recall the name of. By far the Sweet Corn Angolotti was the best. The shrimp dish was pretty terrible honestly. The other 2 dishes were good but nothing special. Portion size: The portion sizes are large and will leave you stuffed. Price point: For the portion size, the price point seems reasonable but I didn't feel most of the dishes were worth it. Service: Courteous, professional, and timely. Ambiance: Casual. Attire: Casual. Reservations: Would HIGHLY recommend a reservation. Parking: We walked here from our hotel so cannot speak to the parking situation.

Monteverde is a culinary gem that promises a truly unforgettable dining experience. Upon entering, one can immediately appreciate the stylish and inviting decor, while the attentive and knowledgeable servers set the stage for an exceptional meal. However, it is the food that truly steals the show. Each dish is a masterpiece, expertly crafted with a harmonious blend of flavors that create a symphony of taste in every bite. The attention to detail is palpable, with every ingredient thoughtfully selected and prepared with utmost care. Monteverde's menu is a celebration of culinary artistry, with each dish boasting a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Overall, Monteverde is an experience not to be missed for those seeking an exceptional culinary adventure. With outstanding food, attentive service, and a trendy ambiance, this restaurant is a must-visit for food lovers.

Absolutely a MUST GO restaurant in Chicago!! We drove 6 hours to experience this amazing restaurant! Will be back ASAP!! Everything was spectacular! Shout outs to: Shelbie, Sous chef extraordinaire! Rob, the owner stopped by at least twice to check on our experience! Brett & Pedro, superior wait staff…. So attentive!!

Food is excellent! The burrata and the arancini are a must. The house made pastas have the perfect flavor and texture. Perfect place for sharing a meal. Drinks and wine program complemented the meal very well. Great atmosphere and a place that really pays attention to the details.

Hands down best pasta in Chicago. Pasta is made in-house and is always phenomenal. Service is great. Open and airy environment and not too stuffy or fancy-feeling. HIGHLY recommend the potato-filled Zlikrofi!

Super late review. But seeing them on the restaurant week list brought back memories. What can I say but Wow! Everything was excellent. Went in for my birthday in July and sat on the back wall. I wanted to sit in front of the pasta station with the mirror but I'm glad we didn't. Got to see chef Sarah run the kitchen. She even got word it was my birthday and served us our plates personally. She such a sweetheart. Knew how much I wanted to see the pasta being made. So she had her sous chef take me around back and to meet the ladies making the fresh pasta. Such a delight!! I'll be coming back as this is my new restaurant to celebrate my birthday from now on. Next time I will be ordering several of the best meatballs in the city just for myself.

This place is definitely worth it. We came here for my birthday and the food was amazing. The servers were very welcoming friendly and accommodating to any request. Definitely a special place to go for any occasion or just to treat yourself to some great Italian food. They had authentic Italian options as well as Italian-American entrees. Definitely will be coming again one day!

This was the best Italian restaurant I have had the pleasure of dining at hands down! My group and I were met by a friendly host named Jamie. Our outstanding server was Rose. And the manager who made it all happen for the dozens of patrons eating there on a pleasant evening was Justin . The food was outstanding : I have posted a menu with our appetizers and main courses for all to see/ I'm also adding the photos: last, the tiramisu was the creamiest anywhere!! Next time I'm in Chicago I will be a return customer for Justin and his staff!!

We had the pesto gnochetti, cacio whey pepe, stuffed cabbage, and the tiramisu. Everything was delicious, and the cacio whey pepe is one of the tastiest pastas I’ve ever eaten! The tiramisu was gigantic and decadent.

Many friends have recommended this place to me many times so here I am. This is my honest review: everything was too salty for me and my friends, and everything we got were just... average. I got the cacio e pepe and it was probably one of the worst I've had. It tasted like boxed Mac n cheese and I felt really bad after having a few bite and decided it's probably best to stop eating. The meatball and sausage were okay but nothing special about them. Mushroom salad and stuffed cabbage were too salty. My other friend also felt really bad after dinner. Overall, the vibe and service were great, but food was just average you can probably get the same things at whole foods, would not recommend it.

Busy on a Friday night, but waited a little and snagged a seat at the bar with no reservation. Only ordered dessert. The cream puff. The flavor of the whipped part was subtle. The gianduja ice cream was quite tasty. You can’t go wrong with chocolate and hazelnuts. I’ve been looking for Gianduja ever since Italy. Expensive.

Where do I start. We did three pastas and they were all so amazing! The potato filled pasta was incredible. It is light and vibrant inside the place. We had 11:30 reservations and sat right away and she paced out our dishes. Just a fantastic experience.

Revisited after a year - easier to make lunch reservation now. Burrata e Ham is definitely their signature dish and the harmony of various different flavors and textures was memorable. Also tried the stuffed cabbage - interesting cuisine and was veggie cooked to give the heartiness of meat. One could see fresh pasta being made through the mirror - tried Tortelli di Zucca and Potato-filled Žlikrofi and liked fillings of both which were rich. My only complaint was that oil/butter seemed to be too lavishly applied to all the dishes (sans that burrata one) so that things became much less enjoyable after several bites.

This was easily the best experience I have had in a long time. We didn't have a reservation but they were able to fit us in. They treated us like family. The food was outstanding. The service was fantastic. The noodles are made in house and the dishes vary based on the season to ensure the freshest most delicious food possible. My family all ordered different menu items and agreed at any other place any one of the items would have been the best on the menu they all just happen to be served at the same place. We learned about this place from a show we watched and it didn't disappoint. This is a must stop if you are in Chicago and worth driving to wherever you are in the city.

Great food. It’s nice yo be able to see how they make the pasta and desserts. If you get lucky and don’t have a reservation you can find a spot at the bar.

Great experience! Food was great! Spent a bit of money but we were expecting that going in. Make reservations ahead of time, they took us as a walk in but we're disciplined to get us out in time for the reservation at the same table. We were happy they politely accommodated.

As seen on somebody feed Phil on Netflix this please is a must visit on a special occasion or any occasion!! Everything is delicious! BURRATA E HAM, OCEAN TROUT CRUDO and RAGÙ ALLA NAPOLETANA pictured!

AMAZING food. Was worried this place was going to be overrated but every single thing we ordered was incredible. We came here for a Mother’s Day celebration lunch. Would absolutely go back for any special occasion. Also bought the fresh pasta (gnochetti) and enjoyed cooking that the same week <3 Desserts are big and indulgent. Consider sharing!

I'm gonna keep this review short because the last thing this place needs is a(nother) winded post because, I mean, the stars speak for themselves. This place is ridiculously amazing and you definitely need to go here if you can. My husband and I flew into Chicago for the weekend before Valentine's Day. We went here on a Thursday night in hopes to get in without a reservation (would HIGHLY recommend making a reservation). Although it was just the two of us, we were extremely lucky to snag a spot at the bar. It was hands down the best experience ever, despite the bartender (he made us feel like we were bothering him every time he asked how we were doing). #1 thing to get, and especially on a cold or rainy night, the tortellini in brodo. The food - phenomenal. Like, absolutely phenomenal. The drinks - so, so great. The atmosphere - AMAZING. Bottom line - def eat here if you can.

During my research on top Italian restaurants in the United States, Monteverde frequently appears in articles from various sources, so I have decided that this is a must-go when I visit Chicago. After today, I have decided that it was absolutely the right choice as the food was out of this world. Many items were impeccable on every level. I highly recommend every pasta lover give this restaurant a visit when in Chicago, whether as a vistor or as a local resident. My friends and I arrived at 11:30am when the restaurant just opened. I reserved the restaurant one month in advance as I knew they were really popular. Surprisingly their lunch menu contained almost the exact same food items (and even slightly larger than their dinner menu) for the same price, so I decided that lunch would offer me the best experience. We ordered every available pasta on the menu so we could all share, so yeah, all six of them under Pasta Atipica and Pasta Tipica. Every single item was a hit. The cacio whey pepe was rich and creamy yet not overpowering and not rich to the point of causing a stomachache. The sweet corn agnolotti had great combinations with corn, truffle, chanterelle mushrooms, and goat cheese. All the flavors blended together and every single bite with a fork had the same distinct flavor, which was amazing. The sheep's milk ricotta ravioli contained so many flavor profiles that every bite was fabulously different, which was very pleasantly surprising. The lumache was a solid meat eater's experience with the sugo very clearly tasted and the goat cheese as a nice complement but not too strong. The gnocchetti con pesto was lighter than the rest because of its ingredients and was a nice way to refresh my palate. Finally, the spaghetti al pomodoro's highlight was its fresh pasta. The pasta was very soft and tasteful. The red sauce leaned more towards the ordinary side while everything else was spectacular. We also ordered five desserts which attracted a lot of other tables' attention, and we collectively agreed on the tiramisu, the citrus dark chocolate sorbet, and the lemon blueberry sundae as our favorites. The tiramisu was gigantic, and every bite was soft, sweet, and melty. I won't say too much about the dessert but just know that whatever you order on the menu will be a hit. But limiting it to one or two will be good enough because each dessert is relatively big in portion. There was always someone ready to take away our plate, and always someone who was ready to refill water and take away all of our utensils once we were done with all the pasta. As a result, I will say we were served very well, too. Oh, and the best part about eating there was watching through the reflection on how the pasta was made. It was magnificent to watch as the workers swiftly made a bunch of ravioli, as I understand how hard it is to make those things. Truly amazing. If I am picky, I will say that the pasta is not big in size so maybe one plate of pasta itself will not fulfill a person's hunger. But even then, quality is more important than quantity, and Monteverde got it. In conclusion, any Italian food lover in Chicago must not miss this place.

Very good food, the service was excellent, next time I go to Chicago will eat there for sure!!!

Absolutely among the best for Italian anywhere. Wait staff was incredibly attentive, food was spectacular and surprisingly not too heavy, which is always a pleasant surprise for Italian, and Chef Sarah was even kind enough to stop by for a chat and pictures. Highly recommend the burrata and ham and spaghetti. Monteverde is a must-try if you're ever in Chicago, and we'll be back to try the rest of the menu!

My wife and I just visited for our anniversary. We were lucky enough to make a reservation last minute. We traveled all the way from Boston after seeing the restaurant in Netflix. We have been to many restaurants in New York, Boston, London, Washington, etc. This is by far one of the best! The food and the customer service is outstanding! The chef came to greet us personally and all the staff treated us like royalty. Do yourself self a favor and expirience this place. One of the most memorable experiences we have enjoyed thus far in Chicago. Thank you Monteverde!👏👏 👏

Hadn't been here since before the pandemic. Have been jonsing for some homemade pasta and a taste od Italy! They did not disappoint. From the scallops in polenta with hazelnut to the desert--wonderful. Everything was delicious. So happy to have gone back. Service was friendly, genuine, and great! Music was 70s stuff and the volume of mysic to talking overall was good. Could talk and hear eachother just fine. It was a pleasant evening. Thank you!

I've been wanting to come here for a long time, managed to snag a cancelled reservation during a trip in October 2021. One of the best restaurant experiences I have ever had. Everything was phenomenal, food, drinks, service, atmosphere.

Loved everything about this place especially our server Brett, very funny and makes you feel well cared for. The manager came by who was also very professional and nice, he sent out a complimentary pasta which we loved. Place is well run , very organized and the food was superb.

LOVE THIS RESTAURANT!! Good food, good service! Definitely will go back again of they have any reservations available lol its so busy as you know! 😆

WOW! Everything was amazing. Came here for lunch on Saturday and the place was already packed a half hour after opening. We got the burrata (delicious, the jam on the side loaded with flavor) - stuffed cabbage (one of the most unique and tastiest things I’ve ever eaten) - cacio e pepe (perfectly cooked al dente homemade pasta in creamy sauce). We can wait to go back to try more pastas and dessert!