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Main dining room - Acanto, Chicago, IL

Acanto

4.8
4.8
3870 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Across from Millennium park and along Chicago’s Cultural Mile, Acanto Restaurant + Wine Bar is a treasured destination for those who appreciate authentic and approachable Italian food in a conversation-friendly atmosphere. Acanto serves seasonally-driven Italian cuisine from both regions of Italy utilizing artisanal ingredients from Midwest farmers and producers. Acanto boasts one of the most lauded wine programs in the US, including a 3-star rating by World of Fine Wine and a two-glass “Best of Excellence” rating by Wine Spectator. The libations menu is rounded out by Italian classics including spritzes and negronis along with craft cocktails, beer, and spirits.

The word Acanto is the Italian translation of Acanthus, the flowery leaf featured prominently in Roman architecture. Famed architect Louis Sullivan used Acanthus in his distinctive terra cotta ornamentation found on the facade of the historically-landmarked building that houses Acanto.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 578-0763
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Troy Jorge
  • Private party facilities
    The intimate dining room is ideal for rehearsal dinners, engagement celebrations, showers and post-wedding brunches, while Acanto’s patio on Michigan Avenue is a dream setting for cocktails. Up to 75 (seated) or 100 (cocktail) guests, inclusive of outdoor space.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Between Madison St. and Monroe St. across from Millenium Park.
  • Parking details
    The nearest self-park garage is the Grant Park North Garage. Enter from Michigan between Randolph and Monroe Streets. Exit at the far southwest of the garage (the green section); the exit is steps from our front door. We offer a discounted parking rate for the Grant Park North Garage. Every day, enjoy a $13 rate for parking for up to 12 hours. Please see our host stand for parking discount vouchers.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Learn to Speak Italian Wine Class

    $45.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    WELCOME BACK TO (WINE) SCHOOL! Our crowd-favorite series of wine classes continues. Enjoy a wine tasting and fascinating lecture with Acanto’s Wine Director Torrence O’Haire, and earn new confidence in the field of Italian wine! TASTING OF FOUR WINES | WEDNESDAYS FROM 5:30-6:30PM **View full class schedule at https://www.acantochicago.com/learn-to-speak-italian-wine
    Learn to Speak Italian Wine Class Photo
  • 4-Course Valentine's Day Prix Fixe

    $120.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Toast to love this Valentine’s Day with a 4-course prix fixe menu for $120 with optional sommelier selected wine pairings. *Regular menu not available
    4-Course Valentine's Day Prix Fixe Photo

What 3,870 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Acanto offers an "amazing dining experience" with "fabulous food and service." Guests praise its "cozy atmosphere" and "wonderful ambiance." The restaurant features "authentic Italian cuisine" with highlights like the "chicken piccata" and "calamari." Patrons appreciate the "attentive staff" and "great wine list," making it a perfect spot for special occasions.

3,870 Reviews
  1. Cynthia

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delightful dinner. The wine was excellent, the pastas were delicious, and the service was very good. We always enjoy this little restaurant when we are in town.

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  2. Jeffrey

    VIP

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great dining experience from start to finish. Delicious and creative food, well rounded wine list, solid cocktail selections and fantastic service - and my dessert was incredible !

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  3. Cammie

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything excellent! The cauliflower side had amazing texture and was so flavorful , as was our pasta main courses . Staff were on top of everything . Will be back to try more .

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  4. Samuel

    VIP

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and ambiance. Really enjoyed it. Great pre-theater dining.

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  5. Eric

    New York City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been a longtime fan of Acanto and all the other restaurants in this group. However, the past couple of times I've gone, the food has been rather mediocre. I'm not sure what's going on in the kitchen, but the food is increasingly too heavy, over salted, and greasy. They used to let the natural flavors of well-picked food really shine, but now the food tastes rather meh. I hate to say this because Acanto has been one of my favorite places in Chicago but they need to address some problems in the kitchen.

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  6. Devra

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best in the city - amazing pre-theatre In particular

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  7. Barbara

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely ambiance, each dish was inventive and tasty, service was excellent.

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  8. Elizabeth

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely ambiance; great service and delicious food. And a Olive Oil Cake to die for!

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  9. Alex

    VIP

    Chicago

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An exceptional experience as always - had the prefix menu with wine pairing - Amazing.

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  10. Peter

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall a wonderful NYE dining experience, duck is a bit fat but other than that a 10/10.

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FAQs

Acanto offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Acanto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 578-0763.

Acanto is rated 4.8 stars by 3870 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Acanto

18 South Michigan, Chicago, IL 60603

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Madison St. and Monroe St. across from Millenium Park.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The nearest self-park garage is the Grant Park North Garage. Enter from Michigan between Randolph and Monroe Streets. Exit at the far southwest of the garage (the green section); the exit is steps from our front door. We offer a discounted parking rate for the Grant Park North Garage. Every day, enjoy a $13 rate for parking for up to 12 hours. Please see our host stand for parking discount vouchers.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Troy Jorge
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 578-0763
  • Private party facilities
    The intimate dining room is ideal for rehearsal dinners, engagement celebrations, showers and post-wedding brunches, while Acanto’s patio on Michigan Avenue is a dream setting for cocktails. Up to 75 (seated) or 100 (cocktail) guests, inclusive of outdoor space.
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