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The Rosebud Reviews List

The Rosebud

Renowned for generous portions of hospitality and authentic Italian cuisine, Rosebud sets the standard for fine Italian dining throughout the Chicago-land area. A long standing favorite among Chicagoans, tourists and celebrities alike, The Rosebud first opened its doors on Taylor Street in the heart of Little Italy in 1977. The restaurant continues to thrive, conquering appetites of countless hungry diners with generous portions of unforgettable Italian fare. Join us to see why Rosebud is one of Chicago’s most exciting dining destinations and enjoy a bountiful array of our signature dishes including chicken Vesuvio, sausage and peppers, and of course the best plate of spaghetti and meatballs in town.
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202 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(202 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 202 reviews
5 stars
(106)
4 stars
(61)
3 stars
(23)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(112)
  • special occasion(91)
  • good for groups(64)
  • fit for foodies(56)
  • romantic(52)
  • notable wine list(41)
The Rosebud Reviews List
Review 1 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Italian Food in Chicago

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I try to get here every time I'm in Chicago. Always great food and service in this classic neighborhood spot. There are other locations but the one on Taylor St. is the best"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pretty dark, even during the day, but the food is outstanding!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great experience

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"2nd year in a row we came here for Mothers Day lunch. Food, service and ambiance were outstanding. Will be back often."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food great service

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"There is always a small level of concern when I visit an Italian restaurant that the food will not be authentic. I come from an Italian family that loves traditional Italian dishes. We hate sauce out of a can and "Americanized" Italian food. I was not disappointed at all. I ordered Veal Parm. It fell somewhere between very good and excellent and came in a generous portion. The house salad was also above average. All the dressings are house made and have a lot of flavor. Service was excellent, the menu is large, and the prices are fair. Overall, it offered a very good experience. I would definitely recommend to a friend."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food Wonderful as Always!

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our server started out a little rude, cutting me off several times as I tried to ask questions, but no way would he spoil my experience. I love this place and look forward to this food every time we come to Chicago. The server seemed to lighten up a bit and the food was delicious so it's all good."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Not as good as it used to be!

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We went here for a very special occasion because it used to be the best Italian in town. Not anymore. I don't know what has happened....change in management?? The food wasn't that good ( except for the pasta as usual) the service slow, and the attitude poor...like they were doing us a favor by serving us. Gone is the traditional Italian feel, replaced by run of the mill mediocre attempts.
Its a little out of the way for us, and now we know we wont go back
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Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 7 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Rosebud a perennial favorite

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful place. Always try to go there when in Chicago even though it is away from downtown. Worth the cabfare!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Never disappoints.

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fantastic meal. Brick chicken and zuppa de mare were excellent. Portions were very solid. Rosebud on Taylor never disappoints."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

HUGE portions

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"You may want to consider sharing with 1 or 2 friends, the portions were massive and we barely put a dent in the meal.
Waiter was very knowledgeable and helpful but make sure to check your bill. We were there for a birthday celebration and the waiter brought us a piece of cake to share, we did not ask for this and considering we had not eaten much of the main course were not hungry, he ended up charging us for the cake ( coconut, not so good) which was insulting. Also with our large group, the waiter kept avoiding the issue of separate bills, how hard is that to do??
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Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 10 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Best Italian food and service in the city. Love this place more and more!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 11 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I have never had a unfavorable

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have never had a unfavorable experience here. The food is always outstanding, the service is attentive, and the atmosphere is perfect for a dinner for two. When I want quality Italian food The Rosebud is always the restaurant I prefer."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food and service were

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and service were excellent.
The lights were too dim to read the menus and wine list; when we asked for a light the waitress recommended we use our phones. I was dining with my 94 yo grandmother, among others, and a phone isn't exactly sufficient for her to see. Nevermind though, because the menu items all had to be explained since the menu doesn't describe any of the meals. We spent a lot of time back and forth with our very patient server, as descriptions had to be given over and again. Having a more informative menu and enough light by which to read it would have helped us all greatly. Skip the tiramisu - it's not worth it.
Many of the tables surrounding us were populated by people whom seemed to be regulars. That's a good sign
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Dined on 04/21/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was outstanding as

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was outstanding as usual. Our server knew the menu well and was friendly and professional.We had a wonderful dinner."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Had a reservation. Waited

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a reservation. Waited over 40 minutes after reservation time to be seated. Many people came in after us and were seated before us. Seems that maybe they give preference seating to people they know who are regulars?"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Rosebud - Great Food but...

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We went to Rosebud before a Hawks game. Be sure to give yourself at least (2) hours before the game. Time to get your meal takes some time. We had a great time and a fantastic meal though. Our waitress was great and very knowledgeable about the menu/specials. Pricey.. Bill was over $235.00 for (4)"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 16 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Alway a favorite before the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Alway a favorite before the "Bull" or "hawks" game! Staff is good about getting you out on time!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place to eat and enjoy

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Great place to eat and enjoy the service. We were going to a bulls game and we let them know that we had to be out by a certain time. They were VERY accommadating and got us out on time"
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 18 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good food, good service and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good food, good service and always a good time. Definitely will be back again."
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service was attentive and

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service was attentive and knowledgeable and prompt. Someone should go to Francesca's and learn how to make an authentic Italian caprese salad - it does not have onions, olives or red peppers!!!!! Spaghetti and meatballs were OK - sauce was terrible as if it came straight from a jar. Food not nearly as good as I remembered it from some years ago - maybe the Rush street location is better. I would come back, however."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 20 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Among the best Italian dining

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Among the best Italian dining in the City!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Eggplant Napolean salad was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Eggplant Napolean salad was delicious. Pappardelle with rose sauce also fantastic!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2008
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Review 22 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We went to dinner before a

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We went to dinner before a concert at the united center. We had reservations for 5:30 before an 8 pm concert start. We left plenty of time for a nice casual meal at a spot that had memories for us. We did feel rushed throughout the meal. With a bottle of wine appetizers and entrees we were rushed out the door by 6:30!!! Servers kept asking to take my plate! We werent even asked if we wanted dessert. That made me sad but not enough to ruin our special dinner. Please don't do that again."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 23 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Gabriel, our server was excellent!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Gabriel, our server was excellent!"
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2002
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a great place! The food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"What a great place! The food is outstanding! You get more then enough food for your money. Place is very professional! Well trained staff. Host staff is top notch, bussers never let you water be half empty, servers are there when you need them and not when you don't. Saw managers hit every table. Been coming here for years and still is the best ran place in the city"
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great spot for dinner before

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great spot for dinner before Hawks & Bulls games."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2007
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Review 26 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely delicious food,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Absolutely delicious food, generous portions and a very lovely setting."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2005
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Review 27 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Did not meet reservation time,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Did not meet reservation time, was sat 30 minutes late, kitchen was behind, made me late for following eveny"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2005
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Review 28 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service and food were terrific.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service and food were terrific. Everytime I come here it's just amazing. From the time you walk in until the time you leave you are treated like a star. Linguini shrimp and broccoli were great, fettuccini Alfredo perfect. Thank you rosebud for yet another great rxperoence"
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 29 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love this Rosebud! Very good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love this Rosebud! Very good Italian Food!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent food and better

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food and better service as always..."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always consistently good food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always consistently good food and service!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 32 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Have been there several times

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Have been there several times but had not been there for a couple of years. It seems that the menu has changed. I remember the food as being better before, but this might be just my imagination."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2008
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Review 33 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had dinner with 4 adults,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had dinner with 4 adults, 2 children and 1 toddler. Our reserved table was set up. For our tastes the lighting was too low. The server was friendly and offered suggestions of ordering family style. It helped that he made some recommendations. We ordered the shrimp of the day, which was delicious. We also had minestrone soup which was okay. The salad was very good as were the spaghetti and meatballs, steak, potatoes, and vegetables of grilled mushrooms, spinach and onions. The cheese ravioli was just okay. It seemed somewhat dry. The chocolate mousse cake was unremarkable, but the children enjoyed the trio of lemon, mango and raspberry sorbetto. We had a very nice meal, with the Sinatra like music not overpowering our conversation."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 34 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was excellent, but the caesar salad was the best I've ever had!! Waiter was wonderful."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 35 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Want Lukewarm, Congealed Food?

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our first experience with a Rosebud restaurant was last week, when we were out in the suburbs. The food there was excellent---tasty and piping hot---the service wonderful, etc. So when our relatives came to visit us this weekend, we couldn't wait to bring them to the Rosebud only a few minutes from our home here in the city. What a mistake. The food took forever, the service was inattentive, and when the meal came, a good portion of it was lukewarm and tasteless. For example, we ordered the stuffed artichoke appetizer, which arrived cold and swimming in a 1/2 inch of congealed gravy, the artichoke unable to be pulled apart with the mushy, bland stuffing. The management gave us a discount, but the whole experience was awful."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2004
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Review 36 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

for the first time a really

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"for the first time a really disappointing meal at Rosebud... very sad, hope this does not reflect a lasting change."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2007
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Review 37 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It's a noisy fun old world

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It's a noisy fun old world place with great food and huge portions."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 38 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We celebrated our daughter's

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We celebrated our daughter's graduation from Rush University w/ a Masters from the College of Nursing, Chicago,IL., and what a great venue to host the celebration. The food was excellent, the service was fantastic and our wine glass' were always full. Dan and the entire Rosebud Staff did an excellent job. Thank you!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 39 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Large portions and so delicious!!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Large portions and so delicious!!! Can't wait to go back to Chicago and visit the Rosebud"
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 40 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed!

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"haven't been there for a while but it was nothing like it used to be. food was average, waiters kept bumping into our chairs, cocktails were short and full of ice so two small sips and you were done. and compared to what's been going on too expensive for what it is.
used to be great. wouldn't go back.
"
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2006
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Review 41 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a group of 8 adults.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a group of 8 adults. From the waiter introducing himself to paying the bill, everything was very timely. We had appitizers, salads, and diner. Perfect timing. Wine and cocktails were kept plentiful. Great time was had by all."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 42 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good service, good food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good food, great service... Stick with the classics though... GF and I tried their specials and they were not up to par with the rest."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2009
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Review 43 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The Rosebud is true old-school

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The Rosebud is true old-school Chicago Italian. Of all the Rosebud restaurants (all excellent) this one has the best ambiance. We love it here. You certainly won't leave hungry!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place, great food! We

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great place, great food! We love to go before the Bulls game."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Rushed to turn the table

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I server was fabulous but obviously wanted to turn the table.
Said he had called us two cabs but which we did not ask for and then came back to check twice to see of I had inserted my card. We were wrapping up a nice team dinner, finishing our coffee and after the two hits about cabs and then checking again on our checks it was frustrating! Not a nice end to a otherwise great meal.
"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2007
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Review 46 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic as usual!!! Brought

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fantastic as usual!!! Brought 4 people who had never been there before and they were beyond impressed! Can't wait to come back."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

danny miller the best been

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"danny miller the best been going here for 36 years never had a bad meal or time"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 48 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very nice place to eat & have

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very nice place to eat & have a few drinks befroe taking in a Hawks game--we really enjoyed it here--great food--great Martini's"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 49 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Thie staff is very, very welcoming,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Thie staff is very, very welcoming, friendly and they make you feel like you are a very important guest! It has a very old school but cool atmosphere! The food is good and the portions are huge ; share your meals. Overall a great experience."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for The Rosebud
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Italian Dining...Old School

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great Italian food close to the UC. Seating can feel a little cramped at times but not a deterant for a good quality meal. Portions are very large and also flavorful. Service is standard fair for a restaurant like this."
Dined on 02/25/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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