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The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago
Piccolo Sogno is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

1. Piccolo Sogno

9.1
464 N Halsted St (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Fulton River District · 111 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Even if you can't sit on the city's best patio all year, chef Tony Priolo's pizzas, housemade pastas and grilled meats make a trip worth it even in the dead of winter. Read more.

RPM Italian is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

2. RPM Italian

9.1
52 W Illinois St (at N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 238 tips and reviews

Kelly D.Kelly Durante: Everything was amazing! Lobster caprese, carbonara, Juliana's Italian salad, prawns, truffle garlic bread, mama's pasta, and the fig, marscapone and almond dessert! Ask for Justin as your waiter!

PR Italian Bistro is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

3. PR Italian Bistro

8.9
3908 N Sheridan Rd (Dakin/Byron), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Lakeview · 40 tips and reviews

RyanRyan: Pappardelle arrabbiata is fresh and tasty with a generous portion. Great bartender, friendly patrons, a couple of curated local taps and other nice drink choices. Great neighborhood find.

Honey Butter Fried Chicken is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

4. Honey Butter Fried Chicken

8.9
3361 N Elston Ave (at W Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · Northwest Side · 143 tips and reviews

Michael M.Michael Morgan: I loved the Buffalo Mac & Cheese. It's a one-dish with pasta on the bottom and crispy bits of chicken and breading on top

Quartino is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

5. Quartino

8.8
626 N State St (at W Ontario St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 345 tips and reviews

Angelina S.Angelina S.: The service was excellent. I had the best fettuccine di mare with Parma martini, grilled octopus, and caprise salad. The portions just right and the items shareable. I'd recommend this place forever.

Kuma's Corner is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

6. Kuma's Corner

8.8
2900 W Belmont Ave (at Francisco Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Northwest Side · 417 tips and reviews

Tony D.Tony DeLeon: Try the healthy route. Burger with no bun and salad as your side. OR dont go the healthy right and have the mac and cheese with bacon and the slayer(medium)....with a few zombie dusts on the side.

Balena is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

7. Balena

1633 N Halsted St (btwn Willow St & North Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 66 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Potato gnocchi with beef heart Bolognese: know that the heart, makes for a wonderfully robust, tangy, meat sauce that, spread across a gentle bed of gnocchi, adds up to a soul-warming winter dish. Read more.

Calo Ristorante is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

8. Calo Ristorante

8.9
5343 N Clark St (at Summerdale Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Andersonville · 72 tips and reviews

CarolCarol: I loved the Ravioli Milanese, the sauce was absolutely fantastic. The filling was so flavorful and it was the perfect portion size! A great Italian spot in Andersonville

9. Spiaggia

980 N Michigan Ave (at Oak St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Streeterville · 70 tips and reviews

CNNCNN: If the Obamas are in Chicago there’s a chance they'll be dining at Chicago’s only 4-star Italian restaurant. Chef Tony Mantuano has been serving handmade pastas here for nearly 30 years. Read more.

Siena Tavern is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

10. Siena Tavern

9.0
51 West Kinzie Street (at N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 190 tips and reviews

Linda F.Linda Felter: It's all good. Seriously can't go wrong here. Highlights for me are the coccoli the meatballs and the truffle gnocchi. There is a great back room for business lunches/presentations as well.

Nico Osteria is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

11. Nico Osteria

1015 N Rush St, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Gold Coast · 89 tips and reviews

Stephen G.Stephen Garvey: It's fun to sit at the dining counter and be able to watch the chefs work. It will also give you the chance to pick out what you think looks best. Lobster Spaghetti is fantastic, as are the crudos.

Two is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

12. Two

1132 W Grand Ave (May), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Town · 45 tips and reviews

Dana T.Dana Tedesco: Duck Egg Pasta and Duck Confit toppped w/ Duck Cracklins! Fantastic! QUACK!

Mia Francesca is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

13. Mia Francesca

8.6
3311 N Clark St (at W Aldine Ave.), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Lakeview · 53 tips and reviews

John H.John Hankus: Ravioli is hand made and delicious. Pork chop is really good as well. Texas mule is a delicious cocktail. Save room for dessert, the tiramisu is probably one of the best I've ever had. Sharable.

La Scarola is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

14. La Scarola

8.6
721 W Grand Ave (btwn Halsted & Union), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Fulton River District · 68 tips and reviews

Teddy C.Teddy C.: Pasta Armani... whether it's on the menu or not, they will make it for you and you will love it.

Volare Ristorante Italiano is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

15. Volare Ristorante Italiano

8.8
201 E Grand Ave (at St Clair St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Streeterville · 132 tips and reviews

Tota A.Tota Ali: Arrabiata pasta & truffle pasta are the best! So delicious & tasty. The service is good here too but come early to avoid waiting.

16. Caro Mio

8.5
1825 W Wilson Ave (at N Ravenswood Ave), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Ravenswood · 31 tips and reviews

Seth P.Seth Putnam: To start: the bruschetta (the best I've ever had). For the main, the pasta is molto bene. Portions are huge, so feel to share. Best part: BYOB, no corking fee.

Monteverde is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

17. Monteverde

8.9
1020 West Madison Street (Carpenter Street), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near West Side · 44 tips and reviews

Dana D.Dana Danielle: Hand crafted pastas! Arrabbiata and Tortelli Verde are both full of flavor and delicious! You feel hip just being there!

Charlatan is one of The Absolute Best Pasta in Chicago.

18. Charlatan

1329 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · West Town · 25 tips and reviews

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: There's no question that Charlatan is a neighborhood gem serving incredible pastas. Expect moist meatballs the size of tennis balls, swaddled in a nest of al dente spaghettini. Read more.