Di Pescara

4.5

5669 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 86 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

A contemporary favorite on the North Shore, Di Pescara specializes in meticulously selected, seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and a satisfying range of Italian and global specialties. The setting is modern, with animated, lively dining rooms, private party rooms, and an intimate, well-stocked bar. Chef-Partner Francis Brennan brings a modern approach to traditional dishes with results such as Ginger BBQ Salmon, Oven Roasted Fish, and house made Gnocchi. With both innovative specials and small bite desserts, Di Pescara will satisfy all appetites any day of the week. Open for lunch and dinner daily, we offer convenient carryout and boast 3 private dining rooms seating 14 to 140 people.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Sushi
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 498-4321
Website
http://www.di-pescara.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Mychael Bonner
Catering
Seal important business deals when you order from our crowd pleasing Office Catering Menu. Call 847-498-4321 or email Lara Jones with Special Events and Meetings for more information at DiPescaraParties@leye.com.
Private party facilities
Many guests are surprised to find out the Di Pescara has three distinctly different private rooms. With seating from 10 - 250 people, consider Di Pescara when planning your next social or business event. Seal important business deals when you order from our crowd pleasing Office Catering Menu.

Location
2124 Northbrook Ct, Northbrook, IL 60062
Neighborhood
Northbrook
Cross street
Facing Lake Cook Rd midway between Neiman Marcus and Shopper's Find.
Parking details
Convenient curb-side carryout and a free public parking lot is available.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Family Style Thanksgiving
$59.95 per person
Nov 28, 2024 only
Gather the family and join us for a traditional family style Thanksgiving menu at Di Pescara. Menu Includes, Dinner Rolls and Whipped Butter, Orchard Salad, Butternut Squash Soup, Parmesan and Spinach Stuffed Mushroom Caps, Roasted Vermont Turkey, Focaccia Stuffing, Giblet Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Almond Crusted Lake Superior Whitefish, Idaho Mashed Potatoes, Baked Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar Butter, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Apple Crostata, and Pumpkin Pie. (The regular menu will not be available on Thanksgiving Day)
New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menu
$59.95 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Year at Di Pescara, with our special 3 course Prix Fixe Menu served from 4:45 to 8 pm in our dining room. Each guest chooses an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Complimentary sparkling wine toast for guests over 21 years of age. $59.95 per adult, and a special 3 course menu is available for kids under 10 for $25.95.

Offers

Bar Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Happy Hour Specials From 3 to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday in the Bar Lounge. We feature food and drink specials such as- $4 beers, $5 house white or red wine, $6 Sangria, $7 Old Fashioneds or Margaritas, $8 Martinis or Manhattans. Yellowfin tuna tostadas for $7, Braised Chicken meatballs for $5, Crispy Sushi Rice with Spicy Tuna for $6 and the Di Double Cheeseburger for $8

Popular dishes

Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup$6.00
- Cup$6.00
- Bowl$8.00
Spinach Artichoke Arancini$8.00
fontina, lemon aïoli
Crispy Brussel Sprouts$10.00
bacon, caramelized onions, parmesan
Chicken Meatballs$12.00
(3) Marinara
Shrimp Cocktail$15.00
cocktail sauce, lemon
Grilled Calamari Giardiniera$17.00
balsamic, arugula
Fried Calamari Marinara$17.00
crispy zucchini, pickled peppers
Tuna Tartare$17.00
soy-ginger vinaigrette, avocado, wonton chips, wasabi
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$16.00
mustard sauce

Sushi & Poké

Fresh ingredients made-to-order maki rolls. Substitute Soy Paper on any roll.

Sweet Potato Roll$11.00
avocado, tempura sweet potato, soy glaze
Shrimp Tempura Roll$14.00
cucumber, lettuce, masago, spicy mayo
Spicy Tuna Roll$15.00
ahi tuna, spicy mayo
California Roll$16.00
crab, avocado, cucumber
Spicy Tuna Crispy Sushi Rice$15.00
soy glaze, jalapeno
Tuna & Salmon Poké Bowl$22.00
sticky rice, avocado, crunchy asian slaw, soy-ginger-sesame vinaigrette

Sandwiches

Served with lettuce, tomato,& fries

Uncle Paulie's Cheeseburger$19.00
8 oz., brioche bun, tillamook cheddar
Grilled Turkey Burger$18.00
swiss cheese, roasted red pepper mayo, whole wheat bun

Salads

Dressings: Cesar, Italian, Blue Cheese Vinaigrette, Green Goddess, Ranch, soy ginger, balsamic, Lemon, Rémoulade

Traditional Caesar$14.00
romaine, parmesan cheese, croutons, caesar dressing
- Small$14.00
- Large$18.00
Our Chopped$14.00
blue cheese, wasabi peas, jicama, roasted corn, carrot, tomato, cabbage, blue cheese-lemon vinaigrette
- Small$14.00
- Large$18.00
Orchard$14.00
sunflower seeds, jicama, cucumber, apple, pear, dried cranberries, green goddess dressing
- Small$14.00
- Large$18.00
Classic Seafood Chop$34.00
blue crab, lobster, gulf shrimp, hearts of palm, tomato, green beans, avocado, hard boiled egg, Italian, remoulade on side

Salad Add-Ons

Grilled Chicken$6.00
Grilled Shrimp$8.00
Grilled Salmon$9.00
4 oz.
Avocado$3.00

Fresh Fish & Seafood

Di Pescara takes great pride in the freshness of our fish. We work closely with local and national purveyors to procure the best-quality seafood. All fish can be prepared simply oven roasted with cauliflower and tartar sauce.

Idaho Rainbow Trout$32.00
broccolini, lemon brown butter
- Dinner$32.00
Almond-Crusted Whitefish$23.00
roasted brussels sprouts, lemon butter
- Lunch$23.00
- Dinner$30.00
Horseradish-Crusted Whitefish$23.00
sautéed spinach, tomato-white wine sauce
- Lunch$23.00
- Dinner$30.00
Sea Scallop Piccata$36.00
lemon, capers, spinach, parmesan risotto
- Dinner$36.00
Barbecued Ginger Salmon$24.00
blistered sesame green beans
- Lunch$24.00
- Dinner$32.00
Mediterranean Branzino$35.00
parmesan crust, roasted brussel sprouts
- Dinner$35.00
Parmesan-crusted Shrimp Oreganata$26.00
angel hair pasta, spinach, garlic
- Dinner$26.00
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$36.00
roasted corn, peppadew peppers, mustard sauce
- Dinner$36.00

Chicken

Chicken alla Parmigiana$26.00
mozzarella & parmesan, marinara
Chicken Milanese$26.00
arugula salad
Chicken Giardiniera$26.00
spicy vegetable relish

Pasta

Gnocchi Alla Vodka$22.00
fresh basil, parmigiano reggiano
Spaghetti & meatballs$25.00
3 chicken meatballs, marinara, basil
Four-Cheese Ravioli$24.00
pomodoro, burrata
Mezze Rigatoni$25.00
braised beef and pork ragù napoletano

Steaks

12 oz. USDA Prime Chopped Steak$24.00
peppers & onions, mashed potatoes
8 oz. Red Wine-braised Short Ribs$36.00
parmesan-mashed potatoes, carrots, shallots
12 oz. Skirt Steak$42.00
balsamic marinated, au jus, fries
- 12 oz.$42.00
8 oz. Filet Mignon$46.00
thick cut onion rings, au jus
- 8 oz.$46.00

Sides

Side Pasta$9.00
Sesame Green Beans$8.00
Roasted Sweet Corn with peppadew peppers$9.00
Roasted Brussels sprouts$9.00
Fries$7.00
Baked Sweet Potato$8.00
Parmesan-Mashed Potatoes$8.00
Sautéed Spinach$8.00
Sautéed Broccolini$10.00

Dessert

Homer's Peppermint Ice Cream$9.00
hot fudge
Homer's Vanilla Ice Cream$9.00
hot fudge
Key Lime Pie$9.00
graham cracker crust, whipped cream
Valrhona Chocolate Mousse Cake$10.00
Apple Crostata$9.00
vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce

What 5,669 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Suburbs
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Di Pescara offers a delightful dining experience with "phenomenal service" and consistently "delicious food." Patrons appreciate the "fabulous seafood salad" and "excellent crab cakes." The restaurant is praised for its "friendly staff" and "wonderful atmosphere." It's a perfect spot for both casual meals and special celebrations.

5,669 Reviews

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Jennifer
Chicago
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had a great dinner excellent food and service. The room seems a little in need of refurbishment, poor lighting. Otherwise, excellent dinner .
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Rhonda
Chicago
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time and loved our menu choices! Service was great.
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Helen
Chicago
61 reviews
vip
4.0
61 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, nice atmosphere and wonderful service. One of our favorites!
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M
Madeleine
Chicago
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Di Pescara is always good - the choices on the menus are interesting. Staff works hard to help all the customers.
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Caryn
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding as always! Excellent service, food,and atmosphere.
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Maryan
Chicago
232 reviews
vip
5.0
232 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love it here. The food is always delicious. Raoul takes very good care of us.
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Jeff
Chicago
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food. Great service. Something for everyone.
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Dee
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything we ate was simply delicious. Fresh, high quality, prepared with care. I drank Bellinitini which was a pleasant surprise. The Key lime pie we shared was probably the best one I have ever eaten.
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Howard
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Di Pescara’s the service is always great, the food is always delicious and the restaurant is a great place to bring family and friends. Never disappointed!
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Terri
Chicago
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The scallops are wonderful, as was the key lime pie dessert. Another good experience!
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FAQs

Di Pescara offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 498-4321.

Di Pescara is rated 4.5 stars by 5669 OpenTable diners.

Di Pescara does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 86 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

2124 Northbrook Ct, Northbrook, IL 60062

Additional information

Cross street
Facing Lake Cook Rd midway between Neiman Marcus and Shopper's Find.
Neighborhood
Northbrook
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Convenient curb-side carryout and a free public parking lot is available.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mychael Bonner
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.di-pescara.com/
Phone number
(847) 498-4321
Catering
Seal important business deals when you order from our crowd pleasing Office Catering Menu. Call 847-498-4321 or email Lara Jones with Special Events and Meetings for more information at DiPescaraParties@leye.com.
Private party facilities
Many guests are surprised to find out the Di Pescara has three distinctly different private rooms. With seating from 10 - 250 people, consider Di Pescara when planning your next social or business event. Seal important business deals when you order from our crowd pleasing Office Catering Menu.

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

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Di Pescara

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Family Style Thanksgiving

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menu

Bar Happy Hour

skirt steak

Chicken alla Parmigiana

chicken parmesan

Appetizers

Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup$6.00

Spinach Artichoke Arancini$8.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$10.00

Chicken Meatballs$12.00

Shrimp Cocktail$15.00

Grilled Calamari Giardiniera$17.00

Fried Calamari Marinara$17.00

Tuna Tartare$17.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$16.00

Sushi & Poké

Sweet Potato Roll$11.00

Shrimp Tempura Roll$14.00

Spicy Tuna Roll$15.00

California Roll$16.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy Sushi Rice$15.00

Tuna & Salmon Poké Bowl$22.00

Sandwiches

Uncle Paulie's Cheeseburger$19.00

Grilled Turkey Burger$18.00

Salads

Traditional Caesar$14.00

Our Chopped$14.00

Orchard$14.00

Classic Seafood Chop$34.00

Salad Add-Ons

Grilled Chicken$6.00

Grilled Shrimp$8.00

Grilled Salmon$9.00

Avocado$3.00

Fresh Fish & Seafood

Idaho Rainbow Trout$32.00

Almond-Crusted Whitefish$23.00

Horseradish-Crusted Whitefish$23.00

Sea Scallop Piccata$36.00

Barbecued Ginger Salmon$24.00

Mediterranean Branzino$35.00

Parmesan-crusted Shrimp Oreganata$26.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$36.00

Chicken

Chicken alla Parmigiana$26.00

Chicken Milanese$26.00

Chicken Giardiniera$26.00

Pasta

Gnocchi Alla Vodka$22.00

Spaghetti & meatballs$25.00

Four-Cheese Ravioli$24.00

Mezze Rigatoni$25.00

Steaks

12 oz. USDA Prime Chopped Steak$24.00

8 oz. Red Wine-braised Short Ribs$36.00

12 oz. Skirt Steak$42.00

8 oz. Filet Mignon$46.00

Sides

Side Pasta$9.00

Sesame Green Beans$8.00

Roasted Sweet Corn with peppadew peppers$9.00

Roasted Brussels sprouts$9.00

Fries$7.00

Baked Sweet Potato$8.00

Parmesan-Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Sautéed Spinach$8.00

Sautéed Broccolini$10.00

Dessert

Homer's Peppermint Ice Cream$9.00

Homer's Vanilla Ice Cream$9.00

Key Lime Pie$9.00

Valrhona Chocolate Mousse Cake$10.00

Apple Crostata$9.00