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A classic Italian restaurant w/ a chic finish  - IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA, Chicago, IL

IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

4.7
4.7
148 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
2700 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-2017

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
PARKING AVAILABLE IN MOVIE THEATER PARKING LOT ACROSS THE STREET. Parking is 75 cents per hour

Now offering daily a 3 Course pre-fixed EARLY BIRD menu for $39.00 from 4-6PM. This menu is also available for Takeout. We are also doing free delivery within a ONE mile radius of the restaurant.

“Girasole” stands for sunflower in Italian. A flower that grows in abundance in fields all across 4 different provinces in northern Italy. A classic northern Italian trattoria with daily fresh ingredients & house made pasta dishes served w/ stellar service & exceptional wine & specialty drinks. Providing our guests the best in Italian cuisine we have to offer with a combination of 50 years of experience. We have 2 separate dining rooms for you to enjoy a wonderful family meal or for an impressive 1st date dinner before heading across the street to catch a movie at the theater! Our lovely & inviting space offers a full sidewalk cafe patio & a more private 2nd floor terrace patio.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rodolfo Hernandez

What 148 people are saying

IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA offers an authentic Italian dining experience with "amazing food" and "great service." Guests rave about the "outstanding" atmosphere, and attentive staff who make them feel "welcomed and at home." The extensive menu features standout dishes like gnocchi and saffron risotto. A "must-try" in Chicago!

148 Reviews
  1. Gaia VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! Food is amazing, absolutely recommend!

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  2. craig VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best kept secret in Chicago. Christian runs a great place!!! Please give it a try!!

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  3. Demi VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was a lovely experience. The service was amazing. Our waiter Alex was very attentive. It was a great way to celebrate my birthday with my girls. I’ll definitely be back!

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  4. Sandie

    Chicago23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We got there early enough to enjoy happy hour drinks the blood orange margarita for $10 was outstanding the short rib special was cooked to perfection! Will be back soon

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  5. Annie

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful time, the birthday cake was so appreciated👍 the food and desert was very good!👍

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  6. Ralph

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome! Food is great and the service a delight. Highly recommended.

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  7. Linda

    Chicago11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food!! Great Service -love it here!!!!

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  8. Katie

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. As well, the atmosphere is perfect. I came on my birthday and they had a little celebration for me! I'll be back.

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  9. Ralph

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We drove by this restaurant and decided to try it. What a find!!! The food was exceptionally delicious - reminded us of Italy. The service was outstanding - genuine hospitality. The decor and woodwork was beautiful. We’d like to highly recommend! Inexpensive Parking is available in the movie theater parking garage across the street. Ciao!

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  10. AmyG VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oscar is the greatest server! He remembered me and my friend from the one time we went there last summer. The food was insanely good. We loved the truffle addition to the burrata. The pork shank and ossobuco were beyond delicious. We can’t wait to go back 👍

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FAQs

IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA is rated 4.7 stars by 148 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. Logan Square

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
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2700 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-2017

Additional information

  • Area
    Logan Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rodolfo Hernandez
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
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