Macello

4.7

2102 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

March 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Kid-friendly

Step into Macello, a gem in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood near Fulton Market, where the warm & cozy atmosphere is matched by the rich flavors of Southern Italian cuisine. As you enter, you're greeted by the aroma of handmade pizzas from our wood-burning oven and the soft glow of colorful orbs. Our extensive wine selection ensures the perfect pairing for any dish. Since 2007, we've been bringing the taste of Puglia to the West Loop, offering everything from seafood to regional pasta dishes like Orecchiette Cime Di Rapa and Cavatelli al Forno, to hearty steaks, chops & vegetarian options. Macello is where family-friendly fine dining meets the comforting flavors of a home-cooked meal, all delivered with the warmth and authenticity of our Old-World charm. Whether you're savoring our pastas or enjoying a cocktail, you’ll feel like a regular from your first visit. We invite you to join us and experience the cozy, unhurried service that keeps our guests coming back, time and time again.

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Location
1235 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607
Phone number
(312) 850-9870
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
$12 Valet Friday & Saturday's starting at 4:30pm OR Street Parking. There is no longer a parking lot available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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Macello reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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Macello in Chicago is a gem known for "amazing food, service and fun ambiance." Visitors rave about its authentic Southern Italian cuisine, particularly the wood-fired pizzas and delectable seafood dishes. With attentive staff and a cozy atmosphere, it remains a favorite for both intimate dinners and lively group gatherings.

2,102 Reviews

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Carriann
Chicago16 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One our of favorite places to eat, we again were not disappointed. We all ordered off the special menu tonight, and we all loved our dishes. Our server was super attentive and helpful. The atmosphere is nice for a night out with just your significant other, a group of friends, or even kids (we brought our 15 and 8 year olds). We have never had a disappointing experience here and will be back.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Indiana2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Macello had a great overall vibe with good cocktails, yummy pizza and good cannolis! The salad we ordered was extremely lackluster unfortunately, so I would not recommend getting the spinach salad but the ingredients in everything seemed to be extremely fresh.
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Gina
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful time eating dinner here. Would highly recommend coming here if you are in the area.
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Monto
Las Vegas1 review
2.0
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Wine was subpar, food was average, and service was not good
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Daniel VIP
Düsseldorf4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, great service, we loved everything
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margaret
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was so nice! Love the atmosphere there.
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Emily
Minneapolis2 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hidden gem! Amazing service, delicious food, and energetic decor and ambiance.
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Joelle VIP
Chicago66 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Thanks for letting my husband borrow the readers! Everyone enjoyed their meals very much.
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yuliana
Chicago7 reviews
1.0
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food lacked flavor, and the pizza was disappointing! They serve the pizzas on large white plates, which makes them hot and soggy, resulting in more of a soup than a pizza experience. Additionally, the pasta was costly and tasteless. I won't be coming back.
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Vito
Milwaukee4 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always consistent truly authentic Italian cuisine from the Puglia region. Feels like home
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Macello offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 850-9870.

Macello is rated 4.7 stars by 2102 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 12 times today

1235 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607

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Phone number
(312) 850-9870
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
$12 Valet Friday & Saturday's starting at 4:30pm OR Street Parking. There is no longer a parking lot available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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PIZZA MACELLO

PIZZA MARGHERITA

PIZZA BIANCA

Wine

Contrade bianco$19.00

Bruno giacosa roero arneis$54.00

Giovanna tantini bardolino chiaretto$32.00

Mottura negroamaro$25.00

Bergadano nebbiolo di langhe$36.00

Decoy merlot$36.00

Masi costassera amarone Della valpolicella$90.00

Pugliese Package$150.00

Bronze Package$100.00

Silver Package$250.00

Gold Package$450.00

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