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Il Porcellino
Il Porcellino is one of the best italian restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
Il Porcellino occupies a warm stretch of River North with the kind of room that does real work before a dish arrives — exposed brick, a glowing bar, and a retractable roof at the back that, when Chicago's weather cooperates, opens the sp…
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Rating (Google) 9.6
4,921 reviews
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9.6
Rating
Based on 4921 reviews
Best used for
date night and Italian
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
Chicago · 59 W Hubbard St #2, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Price
moderate
Google rating
9.6 from 4,921 reviews
Phone
(312) 595-0800
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What makes Il Porcellino worth the move
Il Porcellino is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 4,921 Google reviews.
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Public rating
9.6 from 4,921 Google reviews
Best used for
date night and Italian
Style
Italian in Chicago
Spend
moderate
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Google rating: 9.6 from 4,921 reviews
Price point: moderate
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0 diner reviews · reviewed by Sophie Laurent for Il Porcellino
Google snapshot
9.6 from 4,921 reviews
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For now, Il Porcellino holds a 9.6 rating across 4,921 Google reviews.
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 59 W Hubbard St #2, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
- Phone
- (312) 595-0800
- Price
- moderate
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.6 (4,921 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Italian
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Il Porcellino serve?
Il Porcellino is a Italian restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Il Porcellino occupies a warm stretch of River North with the kind of room that does real work before a dish arrives — exposed brick, a glowing bar, and a retractable roof at the back that, when Chicago's weather cooperates, opens the sp…
What is Il Porcellino best for?
Il Porcellino is best for italian, date night, family dinner, romantic, pasta, classic. Il Porcellino is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 4,921 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Il Porcellino?
Il Porcellino is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.6 from 4,921 reviews
Is Il Porcellino worth visiting?
Il Porcellino holds a 9.6 Google rating from 4,921 reviews. Il Porcellino is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 4,921 Google reviews.
Where is Il Porcellino located?
Il Porcellino is located at 59 W Hubbard St #2, Chicago, IL 60654, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Does Il Porcellino take reservations?
Yes, Il Porcellino accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.
Is Il Porcellino good for a date night?
Yes — Il Porcellino is tagged for date night dining. Il Porcellino is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.6 rating across 4,921 Google reviews.
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