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Restaurant
La Scarola
La Scarola is one of the best italian restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
La Scarola operates on a logic that most Chicago Italian rooms have quietly abandoned: the room itself is the destination.
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Rating (Google) 9.2
2,145 reviews
Chicago
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9.2
Rating
Based on 2145 reviews
Best used for
date night and Italian
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
Chicago · 721 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Price
moderate
Google rating
9.2 from 2,145 reviews
Phone
(312) 243-1740
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What to order
Signature dishes at La Scarola
Lanson Brut Champagne
Fruity notes of ripe orchard fruit, tangerine, lemon with compliments of freshly baked pastries delivering a fresh sensation on the palate.
Prisoner Red Blend
The Wine features enticing aromas of bing cherry, espresso and roasted fig. Persistent flavors of ripe raspberry, pomegranate and wild berry linger harmoniously for a smooth and luscious finish.
Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon
Lush black cherry and cassis are balanced by hints of cocoa and vanilla. This wine is about elegance and finesse over power.
Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino
Sweet, dense, juicy nose with slightly spicy notes and creamy finish, dominated by ripe cherries and plums.
Enroute Pinot Noir
On the palate, the fruit is ripe and red raspberries, cherries and plums with spicy accents to give it depth.
Why go
What makes La Scarola worth the move
La Scarola looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Lanson Brut Champagne and Prisoner Red Blend also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 2,145 Google reviews.
What to know fast
Public rating
9.2 from 2,145 Google reviews
Best used for
date night and Italian
Style
Italian in Chicago
Spend
moderate
Best for
Know before you go
Google rating: 9.2 from 2,145 reviews
Price point: moderate
Popular dishes: Lanson Brut Champagne, Prisoner Red Blend, Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon
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0 diner reviews · reviewed by Sophie Laurent for La Scarola
Google snapshot
9.2 from 2,145 reviews
TastyPals notes
Editorial review by Sophie Laurent
No diner notes for La Scarola yet.
Every note in this section is written by a diner who actually ate here, so we leave it empty until there's a genuine one to share.
For now, La Scarola holds a 9.2 rating across 2,145 Google reviews.
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 721 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
- Phone
- (312) 243-1740
- Price
- moderate
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.2 (2,145 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Italian
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does La Scarola serve?
La Scarola is a Italian restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. La Scarola operates on a logic that most Chicago Italian rooms have quietly abandoned: the room itself is the destination.
What is La Scarola best for?
La Scarola is best for italian, date night, family dinner, romantic, pasta, classic. La Scarola looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Lanson Brut Champagne and Prisoner Red Blend also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 2,145 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at La Scarola?
La Scarola is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.2 from 2,145 reviews
What should I order at La Scarola?
Start with Lanson Brut Champagne, Prisoner Red Blend, Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon and Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.
Is La Scarola worth visiting?
La Scarola holds a 9.2 Google rating from 2,145 reviews. La Scarola looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Lanson Brut Champagne and Prisoner Red Blend also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 2,145 Google reviews.
Where is La Scarola located?
La Scarola is located at 721 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Is La Scarola good for a date night?
Yes — La Scarola is tagged for date night dining. La Scarola looks like a good night-out option in Chicago because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Lanson Brut Champagne and Prisoner Red Blend also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 2,145 Google reviews.
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