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Cafe Zalute
Cafe Zalute offers Italian favorites with it's own signature creations, mouthwatering steaks, ribs, chops and fresh seafood. Great music, dancing and a style like no other are what makes Zalute unique . Daily lunch and dinner specials offered. Private parties and catering are available. This multi level facility is located at 9501 W. Devon Ave. 1/2 block west of River Road near the Rosemont Theatre, allstate Arena, Donald Steven Convention Center and O'Hare Airport with easy access to and from all major expressways. The restaurant was created as a dining, entertainment and dance experience all under one roof. The affordable pricing, generous portions and friendly atmosphere give Cafe Zalute a warm neighborhood feel with the ambiance of a hip cosmopolitan club.
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40 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 40 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(14)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(17)
- neighborhood gem(16)
- special occasion(13)
- great for lunch(12)
- fit for foodies(10)
- notable wine list(9)
Cafe Zalute Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Italian!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great Italian place that isn't ever too busy!!"
Dined on 6/12/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Best Italian Food!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Between the excellent service and mouth-watering menu, my husband and I enjoyed a marvelous dinner at Cafe Zalute this past Saturday night. If you're looking for authentic Italian pasta, appetizers/salads steaks and fish, you've come to the right place. Don't miss out on this hidden gem just across Devon Ave from the Rivers Casino."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Boring food, boring place
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The pastas are really boring... Pick your noodle, pick your sauce, but no veggie add ins are available. Our waitress was fine, but a little intrusive. For the money, go somewhere else."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 4 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Good drinks & appetizers Skip dinne
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good place to meet up for Drinks and appetizers but skip the main course. There was 3 of us so we each ordered something different and shared. The waitress was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL! She split the entrees into 3rd and then proceeded to serve us with a plate of the 3 items. WOW what service! Just wished the food was as good as the rest of the experience."
Dined on 5/21/2013
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Review 5 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great lunch spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Weather was great, outdoor dining was available, food is traditional, and service was good. Couldn't ask for more!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for business lunch (Rosemont)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Recently had business lunch meeting - great food, fast and efficient service, and no loud background noise common at many of the other local restaurants. Slightly off the main drag, but very easy to get to, plus free parking right outside restaurant. Recommended."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
ver average, I will not go
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"ver average, I will not go out of my way to dine here again"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2012
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Review 8 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Jazz jam session on
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Jazz jam session on Wed nights"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 9 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The prices were moderate,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The prices were moderate, the portions good and the food enjoyable"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
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Review 10 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Surprised how good the entree
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Surprised how good the entree was... and the bread... although the accompanying rigatoni was mediocre at best, with a horrible watery sauce. It is a very picturesque restaurant and very serene... like it much better than Carlucci's..."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I had the seafood gumbo and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had the seafood gumbo and it was delicious..."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We will be back, for sure!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our table was ready and waiting for us when we arrived. Our
server, Denise was outstanding! She was very knowledgable
with the menu and the wine list, and made sure we were happy
with everything we ordered. The food was very good, especially
the calamari appetizer! The portions were large with good
presentation and pricing. The wine list has a nice assortment of
vineyards sure to please any pallet. We chose the Rodney
Strong Merlot, very nice choice. We will definitely be back!!!"
server, Denise was outstanding! She was very knowledgable
with the menu and the wine list, and made sure we were happy
with everything we ordered. The food was very good, especially
the calamari appetizer! The portions were large with good
presentation and pricing. The wine list has a nice assortment of
vineyards sure to please any pallet. We chose the Rodney
Strong Merlot, very nice choice. We will definitely be back!!!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
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Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my second trip to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second trip to Cafe Zalute and I am happy to say that I'm glad I gave it another shot. I invited a group of conference guests to dine there and we enjoyed the food as well as the music in the downstairs bar. I will be returning to this venue in the future."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love the blackened tilapia
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love the blackened tilapia sandwich for lunch. That's my all time favorite."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
loved the food and the location.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"loved the food and the location. i would come back for brunch or dinner. i would also recomend this resturant to my family and friend..
rateing 1 out 10 8.5"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a great find with some
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a great find with some unique spins on traditional Italian food. The calamari was some of the best I've ever tasted. If you love garlic, this is your spot!!
This is a nice way to take a break from the hustle and bustle at Rivers Casino."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and service! No
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and service! No complaints"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 19 for Cafe Zalute
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The atmosphere was perfect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The atmosphere was perfect not overly crowded and the live entertainment female vocalist with "acoustic" guitar was great. Food was excellent with large portions and very reasonably priced. Will surelycome again with friends.."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Cafe Zalute
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate