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  • 5/5 Alexei M. 4 years ago on Google • 713 reviews
    What a gem ! Large patio (fills up by 6pm). Expertly executed Italian dishes. We tried 5 appetizers and loved every one of them. At the tables around us, pasta looked amazing. Very nice wine list, focusing on Italian wines and some nice craft cocktails. Impeccable service. The only complaint I had was that when we ordered wine by the glass, the bottle may have been opened a while ago. Otherwise, excellent restaurant - highly recommended.
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  • 5/5 Lori L. 9 months ago on Google • 80 reviews
    As a vegetarian, I appreciate that they go out of their way to accommodate. They brought me a customized grill vegetable plate. That was excellent. The Italian food and Neapolitan pizza is done like it is in Italy, very authentic and delicious. We prefer the outdoor dining option when the weather permits. My husband, who eats fish, enjoyed the halibut.
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  • 5/5 Monica L. 6 months ago on Google • 51 reviews
    10/10!!!! My husband and I decided to leave a restaurant down the street from monks due to terrible service . We decided to step inside Minos and absolutely loved it. The service was amazing. The staff was so accommodating. They had a huge party and were completely booked except at the bar. Only one chair was available and they went looking for an additional seat for my husband and I. The bar staff was very knowledgeable and suggested the most amazing dishes for us. CJ was his name and he did such an amazing job . We had the Fritto miso which is a must try. The new sink and side salad was the perfect shareable plate along with the tortellini(best pasta I’ve ever had). As someone who isn’t a sweats girly we decided to try the gelato and OMG !! It was such a creamy and delicious treat. Will be retuning back to explore more of their menu.
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  • 3/5 Earthbound A. 1 year ago on Google • 28 reviews
    My first visit to Mino and I have to say I surprised in a good way. If you come early there is no problem getting a table. I ordered the fried artichoke and mixed fried seafood which only had calamari and shrimp. The shrimp was little cold and overall it was ok. The artichoke could have been little less cooked but it was good. For dinner the risotto was ok and little to lemony but over all was good. The service was good and polite but again it was early in the evening. Overall I was happy with the food.
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  • 5/5 Mitchel R. 1 year ago on Google • 163 reviews
    Delicious food with locally sourced ingredients. House made noodles were delicious. Server was very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend!

  • 4/5 Jonathan D. N. 1 year ago on Google • 162 reviews
    Definitely a solid 4 star competitor on the North Shore. Very nice accomplishment in turning an old filing station into a nice Italian ristorante. My party of four ordered a mix of appetizers for the table to include mussels, burrata, and a Caesar Salad. We each had a a bit of everything. Consensus pointed to a clear winner: The Mussels. The spicey garlic sauce was definitely a unique and delicious take on an old favorite. The Caesar was respectable, and the burrito missed the mark totally. Not as creamy and flavorful as I am accustomed to, plus there were sparse greens and two small parmesan crisps. Very underwhelming. Three pasta entrees including the Tagliatelle, Fettuccine, and spinach lasagna, along with two orders of meatballs for the table. The lasagna was an exceptionally small overcooked (even charred) entrepreneur which took on the flavor of the cast iron ramekin. Very little flavor overall with the exception of the metallic taste that lingered long after the meal. The other two pasta entries were good portions and were enjoyed. The meatballs were small and swimming in a sweet marinara. We finished the meal with decaf coffee and and assortment of deserts. The Gelato had a great consistency and flavor. The apple tart was the best out of the three desserts chosen.

  • 5/5 Ajit K. 8 months ago on Google • 120 reviews
    Here’s what you need to know: the food is safe - enjoyable but the flavor’s won’t linger in your mind after a few days. However, what sets this place apart and makes for a 5 star experiment is the service and ambiance. I cannot say enough good things about the management - led by Steve - and his team (shout out to Jesus) who are so charming and warm and welcoming and guest focused that they make you love your time at Mino’s. Also, that patio experience in summer and fall is just unbeatable. Possibly in the best patio casual atmospheres in the Chicagoland. Huge kudos to Steve and team for providing such gracious service and making guests have an amazing time, every visit of ours. We had the Vongole (great the first time but a bit off on our second visit but still enjoyable) and octopus (very well cooked) Pricing was competitive and fair for the area. Our bill was about $40-$50/person for food at dinner. Not including drinks.

  • 5/5 Anjali K. 5 months ago on Google • 55 reviews
    I love Mino's! Great for a ladies' night or a family dinner with the kids. Such an upbeat and trendy atmosphere without being over the top. The food is just delicious - great vegetarian and seafood options. Extensive wine list. And finally, prices are reasonable for the North Shore.

  • 5/5 Chris W. 4 months ago on Google • 22 reviews
    Lovely restaurant with incredible customer service. They understand family. We were greeted at the hostess stand promptly . The waitress was cute, friendly, attentive and accommodated all our requests. The cocktails were delicious with a good presentation. I thought the tequila based cocktails were very refreshing. We shared a variety of appetizers, our favorites being the meatball dish and the shrimp + calamari platter. I ordered the branzino for dinner and my wife ordered the salmon. Both dishes were well-plated and very delicious. I thought the portions were on the smaller side others disagreed. ( Our friend ordered the pasta special which he said was "incredible" and the portion size was ample.) Our dessert cocktails were an espresso martini (loved it!), limoncello and our friend ordered pistachio gelato. He highly recommends it. We were warmly sent off by a lovely gentleman, who I can only assume was the owner/partner. It was a nice touch to end the night. I can and will recommend this restaurant. Well done Mino's. well done!

  • 5/5 Casey A. 7 months ago on Google • 21 reviews
    The pasta here is insane. Amazingly fresh and flavorful. You haven’t lived until you’ve tried the rigatoni salsa di vodka 🔥

  • 5/5 T B. 7 months ago on Google
    Went for the first time for Sunday Dinner...Everything front to back was Fabulous! All 6 of use cleaned our plates. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back...


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