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Stefani's Tuscany Cafe

Restaurant Italian restaurant

Stylish trattoria serving Italian wines & Tuscan-inspired seafood, pastas & wood-fired pizzas. People often mention airport, good, pizza, restaurant, ordered, sauce, service, staff, great, Italian,


Address

5600 Mannheim Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018, United States

Website

www.tuscanychicago.com

Contact

+1 773-377-7855

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

3.60 (1.5K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 6 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 6 am to 9 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 6 am to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 6 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 6 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 6 am to 7 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: airport (24) good (17) pizza (12) restaurant (11) ordered (10) sauce (10) service (9) staff (8) great (8) Italian (8)
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  • 5/5 David M. 1 year ago on Google
    Good breakfast, not terribly priced if don’t get a drink. For $15 got two eggs toast and a sausage. Really really good sausage too. Wasn’t busy when I got in. Waitstaff was pretty prompt. It’s better than the mcD down the hallway. Potatoes were crispy on outside soft in the inside. Right around the corner from main gateways, so less busy I guess I liked the way you could pay with the bar code and not have to wait for the staff
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Matthew T. 1 year ago on Google
    Hostess was great: timely and courteous. I ordered the shrimp linguine for $30. It doesn’t look great, but it does taste pretty good. Just a little pricey. My waiter could’ve been a little friendlier. He never checked in on me.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Pierre S. 5 months ago on Google • 916 reviews
    Food tasted great, NO COMPLAINTS THERE at all, really no negatives period. It is expensive (see Receipt) and they don't offer any bread upfront either like 99% of Italian jawns do, but if you're looking for a sit down spot at the airport, this one's not bad. Also for my travelers, no chargers/ outlets in sight.

  • 1/5 Rachana 8 months ago on Google • 149 reviews
    ****Do Not Recommend at all**** I recently dined at a restaurant at Chicago O'Hare airport, and I must say it was one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. To begin with, I ordered the salmon based on a server's recommendation, but it turned out to be a huge disappointment. First and foremost, the presentation of the dish was abysmal. It genuinely appeared as if the kitchen staff were just throwing food onto the plate without any care or attention to detail. The salmon itself was particularly unappetizing, and I couldn't believe it was something recommended by the server. The fish looked overcooked, dry, and lacked any sort of appealing seasoning or presentation. Furthermore, the side of three asparagus spears that accompanied the salmon was a complete disaster. All three asparagus were severely burnt, rendering them inedible. It's shocking that a restaurant could serve such poorly prepared vegetables. The service didn't fare any better. The staff seemed disinterested and inattentive, making the overall dining experience even more disappointing. It was a stark contrast to what one would expect, especially given the prices at an airport restaurant. Regrettably, not only was this meal a major letdown in terms of taste and presentation, but it also had a negative impact on my health. After consuming the meal, my stomach felt upset, and I experienced discomfort for hours afterward. This added health issue made the experience even more regrettable. In conclusion, I would strongly advise against dining at this particular restaurant at Chicago O'Hare airport, especially for dinner. It was by far the worst $40 I've ever spent on a meal. The subpar food quality, burnt asparagus, and terrible service make it an experience I wouldn't wish upon anyone. Hopefully, my review can serve as a cautionary tale for others seeking a better dining option while at the airport.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Denys D. 1 year ago on Google • 83 reviews
    The restaurant has a nice ambience. The food is not bad for an airport food. Overall the food is around 3.5 stars but the entire experience is 4 stars. Comparing to non airport restaurants - food is 3 stars. Comparing to airport restaurants - the food is 4 stars. So this is definitely one of the better places to eat at Chicago airport.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony H. 3 months ago on Google • 24 reviews New
    Quite impressive for an airport restaurant. The Italian sausage-pasta entrée was very good and the portions were more than enough. Drink refills could have been faster. Pleasant music at an appropriate volume. That some of the staff members are still wearing a face diaper is disappointing and the suggested tip amounts are ridiculous. 🤑
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mariana C. 2 years ago on Google
    So far, the best option for dinner in Terminal 1. Great food, great service - Constantine was amazing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris Y. 2 years ago on Google
    I was a little skeptical at first because I was craving some really good Italian food. But I was pleasantly surprised when I sat down and had a bowl of the minestrone soup followed by city chicken Alfredo... They use a lot of butter which gives it a nice full rich flavor and makes it so heavenly! my Server was very good and very attentive. He made sure ti check on me very frequently and never let my glass get empty. The tiramisu was incredible and very well presented! The flavor was well beyond that into creamy smooth soft delicious! Seating was very comfortable and I was very grateful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 MK Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely Italian place to eat in Terminal 2. I had 8 hours of traveling left so I needed a filling meal. While the prices are what you can expect from being in a airport, I was very satisfied with the portion and I felt satisfied throughout the rest if my traveling. The waiter was polite and prompt.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Capt. Rohan B. 10 months ago on Google
    Excellent food! Flavors were all on point and food was served hot! Great service and ambience. Expensive for what it is but it’s an airport and Chicago- They stopped giving bread after Covid (makes no sense).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lawanda M. 1 year ago on Google
    Dinner was delicious. I had Fettuccine Alfredo as you can see with a Long Island Iced Tea. It was on point. Chicken cooked just right. Noodles, cheese, and sauce is all delicious The portion of food is just right. What can I say. Hostess and waiter was very kind and polite. Well kept, clean establishment inside the airport, I forgot I was here if it hadn’t been for the view… Satisfied customer
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph P. 5 months ago on Google • 234 reviews
    Wonderful food and great service. The seafood bisque was legit! The angus burger was solid. The tiramisu though. Mwah! My compliments to the chef. Our waiter was wonderful. I forgot his name but he was from Bulgaria and very friendly and Informative.

  • 3/5 Bryan K. 4 months ago on Google • 173 reviews
    For a margarita pizza, this was not quite what I expected and it was disappointing for the price. It was certainly edible and the crust was better than an average cheese American pizza, but it was most certainly not Neapolitan style.

  • 5/5 james r. 8 months ago on Google • 169 reviews
    A wonderful eatery, within the airport. A great place for a yummy bite to eat. We had a caprese salad, and a meatball,(they're huge), and it came with garlic bread. A perfect snack, before our flight. The sauce is amazing. Taste like a good homemade Italian sauce. We both highly recommend stopping here, for a cozy, quiet lunch/dinner.

  • 5/5 Matt S. 6 months ago on Google • 146 reviews
    When arriving in Chicago, I never imagined I'd be experiencing authentic Italian cuisine. Famished after a long flight, I ordered the linguini with shrimp and vodka sauce. It was extremely flavorful and high quality. The shrimp were plump and succulent. I left feeling completely satisfied, ready to take on the final leg of my travel.

  • 4/5 Tyler L. 7 months ago on Google • 45 reviews
    Nestled within Chicago Ohare airport is a beautiful cafe. The tap beer tasted fresh (Blue Moon). I have often times found that there is a bit of an aftertaste in the line from the yeast lingering after a tapped keg. This was not the case. Staff - Imad served two gentlemen next to me, along with me, promptly. Imad garnished the drinks professionally in a way that was appealing. Food - Shrimp scampi with linguini noodles.....wow. fresh shrimp. Temperature was spot on. Huge portion size was reflected within the price. Overall, amazing dish for an airport location.

  • 1/5 Gwen 5 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Greatly disappointed. I ordered a Bagel with cream cheese as one of the breakfast items available. It came with one slice of raw tomato, a sad lonely piece of lettuce, and an overcooked thin “omelet” egg inside the bagel. The bite-sized potatoes on the side were okay, but its easy to just pop frozen ones into a toaster oven for a few minutes and call it a day. What bothered me the most was how the cream cheese was skimped out on, I could hardly see it and had to find it “under the egg.” I asked the server where the cream cheese was, and she said it was “under the egg.” How is that legal??? The egg.. so bland. I don’t usually put ketchup on my eggs. But for this? It needed SOME flavor. Well, a bagel, or at least this kind of basic bagel is NOT a substitute for sandwich bread. Confused bagel more like. When I saw what I ordered, my appetite sank to the floor. The server noticed but she didn’t offer to do anything about the food. I do need to eat, but just not this. The only thing worth mentioning about this place is that you can sit down away from oncoming foot traffic. I think I will get something else to eat on the plane.

  • 3/5 Chelsea H. 2 years ago on Google
    Overall decent. This is a better dinner place than lunch place. The fare is a little heavy and overall pricey. I ordered a Caesar salad and a 6oz glass of wine for $37. Both were meh (why was my salad plate warm?). Service was prompt although cold. I liked people watching, good place for solo food. Not many other sit down eats in this area of the airport, so it works.

  • 4/5 Belle L. 2 years ago on Google
    Admirable, great Cashier/Register Staff! Thank you for your helpfulness. REGINA PIZZA is a good portion for 1. I like the pizza crust as it's thin, bit chewy, yet crunchy. ❣️ It can get dry quick... But you down it with some drink. 😉

  • 5/5 Garland A. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing service. Very accommodating and not overly attentive. Shrimp vodka sauce dish was executed perfectly. Tender shrimp mixed with fresh simple ingredients and perfectly cooked pasta. Now be advised... they make no effort to advertise to kids but my 6yo loved her burger and fries ($$). Been meaning to try this place. Glad I finally did.

  • 3/5 jonmarkham 2 years ago on Google
    I ordered a classic Margherita pie. It closer resembled a 5$ hot and ready cheese from little ceasars...still went down the hatch though.

  • 4/5 Todd F. 2 years ago on Google
    Chicken parmesan was good but could have used more sauce.

  • 5/5 Kevin W. 2 years ago on Google
    Really good pizza, and minestrone soup.

  • 2/5 Jacob S. 2 years ago on Google
    My wife ordered a margarita pizza, which we're pretty sure was just a frozen cheese pizza with parmesan and parsley sprinkled on top. I ordered fettuccine Alfredo with chicken, which was a pile of butter noodles with a few slices of very dry chicken. My old fashioned was just Woodford on the rocks with an orange peel on the rim. And at the end of the day it cost $80 with a tip. The only reason I wouldn't rate it as 1 star is because the staff were very friendly but very rushed.

  • 3/5 Paul L. 1 year ago on Google
    If you find yourself in Terminal B of Chicago O’Hare Airport, and have a taste for Italian food, you could go here. The best part About this restaurant is it’s actually a restaurant layout where are you can go in, get away from the airport bustle, and sit at a regular dining table and be served by the wait staff. I assume all of the dishes are similar to the mediocre Chicken Parmesan with flat noodles dish that I was served. The chicken was rubbery, the noodles were actually chewy, and the sauce was what I expect straight out of a jar. The wait staff, unlike the food, was excellent.

  • 5/5 Zach F. 2 years ago on Google
    Because this place is just around the corner off the main terminal it's significantly less busy than things on the main strip. You don't have to wait for a table and it's much quieter and calmer. Highly recommend if you've got a longer layover or need a quieter place to sit and work. Breakfast and coffee we're pretty good for airport diner on par with other options in O'Hare like Chili's and Blackhawks, but significantly less crowded.

  • 5/5 Meadow R. 11 months ago on Google
    Tuscany seems very unassuming from the front. I was looking for a real meal in a quiet spot. I had no idea how far back this restaurant goes. I was seated in the far back with a view of the tarmac. The atmosphere was very nice and the waiter was so helpful in answering my questions about the menu. I had a hard time choosing between the penne and the chicken parm. I went with the parm with extra sauce and was very satisfied. The complaints about price are really unfounded. Those are 2023 prices, not airport prices. My meal with tip cost just over $31. It was a fair price. As someone who travels and is forced to eat out a lot, I can attest that it is a normal price for such a large and well prepared meal. It's just unfortunate that eating out in the US in general has gotten so expensive. I am in this airport 4-6 times a month and wish I had gone in years ago. I will absolutely eat there when I am going out of the B or C gates.

  • 3/5 Daniel P. 1 year ago on Google
    I visited this restaurant while waiting for a flight and decided to order a Margherita Pizza with a draft beer. The draft beer was very good. I ordered the Goose Island Beer, which is locally known. No complaints with the draf. 1st beer they brought out was served in a plastic cup, but the 2nd was served in a glass. Great taste on the beer, fresh and not flat. Bubbly. Unfortunately, I can't say the pizza was a positive experience. It tasted a bit old, tastless, the bread was very dried....I would stay away from the Margherita Pizza. Chicago may be known for their deep dish pizza, but New York style is not one of em....at least not within this Airport Restaurant. I gave feedback to the waitress, who was amazing and had amazing customer service. I advised to pass the feedback to whomever made this pizza.

  • 5/5 Jennifer S. 1 year ago on Google
    Couldn’t believe how good the bruschetta was AND the 8oz meatball. They are part of the appetizer menu. Easily could share between 2 people for a full meal! Wait staff was great. I sat at the bar.

  • 5/5 Warda S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to pass some time before your flight . This time when I visited the bartender not only remembered me, he remembered my order as well. Such 'Cheers' feels. I always have a made to order spinach salad and I'm never disappointed

  • 2/5 Ann G. 9 months ago on Google
    Just don't. I had not eaten yet and it was well after lunch and decided I would get a salad and glass of wine. Ordered the Tuscany Salad, sounded delicious, but the worst salad I have ever had. No flavor, not even the dressing. $16.50. Not a wine drinker, but decided to have one... when dining in an Italian restaurant...! Asked for help choosing with the waitress, she just pointed at the menu. It was expensive and worthless. The waitress did not interact at all. Just spare yourself the money and get something somewhere else.

  • 4/5 Graham V. 1 year ago on Google
    For airport pizza this place is pretty good. A couple pieces were less cooked than the rest giving them a slightly odd texture and little crisp. The rest of the crust was almost like eating flat bread versus a Neapolitan pizza. The toppings seemed fresh and the sausage on the pizza was good and the sauce was quite nice. The pricing was reasonable and the service was prompt and efficient.

  • 5/5 Elizabeth S. 1 year ago on Google
    Good choice if you are in the airport. It is a bit expensive, as most places are in the airport. We had minestrone soup and penne pasta with tomato sauce & cheese. The soup was excellent and the pasta was good. The coffee and the tea were OK. Even though they were busy the service was very good. The host and server were nice. Our food came fast and I got a little milk for my tea.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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