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Gussie's Handmade Italian
Gussie's Handmade Italian is one of the best italian restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
Gussie's Handmade Italian suits a night out when you want italian that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
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Rating (Google) 9.0
532 reviews
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9.0
Rating
Based on 532 reviews
Best used for
date night
Price and pace
More of a night out
Neighborhood
Chicago · 227 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Price
More of a night out
Google rating
9.0 from 532 reviews
Address
Chicago | 227 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
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What makes Gussie's Handmade Italian worth the move
Gussie's Handmade Italian works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 532 Google reviews.
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Public rating
9.0 from 532 Google reviews
Best used for
date night
Style
Italian in Chicago
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More of a night out
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Google rating: 9.0 from 532 reviews
Price point: $$$
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9.0 from 532 reviews
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For now, Gussie's Handmade Italian holds a 9.0 rating across 532 Google reviews.
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 227 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
- Price
- $$$
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.0 (532 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Italian
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Gussie's Handmade Italian serve?
Gussie's Handmade Italian is a Italian restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Gussie's Handmade Italian suits a night out when you want italian that feels grown-up without getting stiff.
What is Gussie's Handmade Italian best for?
Gussie's Handmade Italian is best for date night. Gussie's Handmade Italian works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 532 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Gussie's Handmade Italian?
Gussie's Handmade Italian is in the More of a night out price range ($$$). Google rating: 9.0 from 532 reviews
Is Gussie's Handmade Italian worth visiting?
Gussie's Handmade Italian holds a 9.0 Google rating from 532 reviews. Gussie's Handmade Italian works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 532 Google reviews.
Where is Gussie's Handmade Italian located?
Gussie's Handmade Italian is located at 227 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60610, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Is Gussie's Handmade Italian good for a date night?
Yes — Gussie's Handmade Italian is tagged for date night dining. Gussie's Handmade Italian works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 532 Google reviews.
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