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il Carciofo, Chicago, IL

il Carciofo

4.8
4.8
55 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 108 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Charming
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (872) 274-5862
  • Website
    http://www.ilcarciofochicago.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joe Flamm
  • Private party facilities
    Serving as a dedicated Pasta Lab by day, our intimate private dining room provides a unique backdrop for a variety of corporate and social events of all types and sizes. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (872) 274-5862
  • Location
    1045 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    Fulton and Aberdeen
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Morgan CTA Station (Green & Pink Lines)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • New Years Eve 2024

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the new year with a family-style feast at il Carciofo, located in the Fulton Market District of West Loop, Chicago! Enjoy a four-course Roman-Italian dining experience curated by Celebrity Chef Joe Flamm. Special cocktail, beer, and wine selections will be available for purchase at the restaurant. Check out the full menu here: https://bit.ly/il-carciofo-nye2024 **Please note that this experience will be limited to 2 hours. Gratuity is not included in the ticket price -- a 20% Service Charge and 4% Surcharge will be added to the final bill on the night of the event.**

  • New Years Eve 2024 - Bar Counter

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the new year with a family-style feast at il Carciofo, located in the Fulton Market District of West Loop, Chicago! Enjoy a four-course Roman-Italian dining experience curated by Celebrity Chef Joe Flamm. Special cocktail, beer, and wine selections will be available for purchase at the restaurant. Check out the full menu here: https://bit.ly/il-carciofo-nye2024 **Please note this reservation is for a seat at the bar counter.** **Please note that this experience will be limited to 2 hours. Gratuity is not included in the ticket price -- a 20% Service Charge and 4% Surcharge will be added to the final bill on the night of the event.**

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What 55 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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56 Reviews

  1. Jonathan

    VIP

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was pretty mediocre. Only the two pastas we tried (amatriciana, oxtail tagliatelle) and the romanesco were good. The halibut was not good. The gelato was icy and grainy when it should be smooth. Even though the whipped cream in the maritozzi was good, the brioche was dry. Overall, very overhyped restaurant.

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  2. Ellen

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wanted to give it 5 stars and I think in due time it’ll get there. Service was very good, but not prompt. Wait staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and patient, but took a long time to first be seen and receive our drinks. The restaurant itself is very pretty, and it was great to see it packed. GNOCCHETTI PESTO - pillowy, light, excellent. Would order again every time. SPAGHETTI AGLIO E OLIO - highly flavorful, complex, about 30 seconds away from being fully cooked. SUPPLI RAGU - excellent, salty, crispy. Would order again. CARCIOFI ALLA GUIDA - the leaves were salty fried heavenly perfection. The heart was good, but not mind blowing. That said, will recommend to everyone going. PIZZA ROSSO - very solid, very good SWEET CREAM GELATO - would not order again. Grainy, icy, and over churned. Cocktails were both solid. Looking forward to going back. All in all for a few week old restaurant was very impressed.

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  3. Brianna

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Il Carciofo was absolutely incredible! My fiancé, who is from Italy, was thoroughly impressed by the authenticity and exceptional quality of the food. The service was outstanding—thoughtful and attentive, making our birthday celebration truly memorable with special touches. Some standout dishes included the Carciofi alla Giudia (an absolute must-try; somehow perfectly crispy yet tender without being chewy), the Tagliatelle, Mezze Rigatoni Alla Amatriciana, and the Abbacchio alla Scottadito. We can’t wait to return!

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Brian

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you are a lover of true Roman cuisine, you'll feel right at home at il Carciofo. It (selfishly) pains me to write this as it is already a long line to get a reservation, but as a couple who truly loves spending time in Italy and have yet to find an American restaurant that holds its salt, Chef Joe Flamm and his team hit this one out of the park. Watching him work the kitchen was like watching a conductor at the Orchestra. The carbonara, carciofi and pistachio gelato transported us right back to our favorite spots in Rome. We originally booked back to back nights in case we had a last minute scheduling conflict, fortunately we did not. We enjoyed last night and we'll be back again tonight to take on the other half of the menu. Hats off, Chef!

    1 person found this helpful

  5. David

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food with lively ambiance! The attentive service and attention to detail were noticeable. Had a great time at the chef’s table chatting with the amazing cooks behind the counter!

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  6. Lisa

    VIP

    Chicago

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful open space - smooth organization for one week since opening. I wish I had taken a picture of the veal (saltimbocca) because it was spectacular! We will go back for sure!

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  7. Sophia

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely time here! Absolutely adored this spot. Friendly staff, great waiter, food came quickly but not too quick. Delightful suggestions. We had the artichokes, tagliatelle, and the pesto gnocchi. Tagliatelle could’ve had more sauce IMO, but still tasty. Perfectly cooked pasta. Loved it!

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  8. Alyssa

    VIP

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Magnificent! Sat at the Chefs Table which was everything and more. The carbonara was a personal favorite.

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  9. Jessica

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great space and delish food. The team was top notch! I’d expect nothing less from Joe Flamm. Can’t wait to go again!

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  10. Mackenzie

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, a little slow but to be expected for opening week. Filled our water continuously thorough out the night, our waitress ran through the whole menu with us, the food was delish. Easily a top 20 spot in Chicago. Dessert was a little underwhelming. Id skip it next time.

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FAQs

il Carciofo is rated 4.8 stars by 55 OpenTable diners.

il Carciofo 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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 108 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for il Carciofo

1045 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fulton and Aberdeen
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Morgan CTA Station (Green & Pink Lines)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joe Flamm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ilcarciofochicago.com/
  • Phone number
    (872) 274-5862
  • Private party facilities
    Serving as a dedicated Pasta Lab by day, our intimate private dining room provides a unique backdrop for a variety of corporate and social events of all types and sizes. Please visit our website for more detailed information.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (872) 274-5862
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