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Cafe Spiaggia
As the more casual sibling of renowned Spiaggia, Cafe Spiaggia has come into its own as a favorite dining destination for locals and visitors alike. In an artful, warm setting featuring reproductions of 15th century Italian murals, the contemporary Cafe serves dishes reminiscent of authentic Italian sidewalk eateries and trattorias. Chicago Magazine said, “This stylish Cafe sends out lively versions of regional classics…topnotch handmade pastas, fine main courses, and the best tiramisu and ice creams in town.
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329 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 329 reviews
5 stars
(165)
4 stars
(117)
3 stars
(32)
2 stars
(12)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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- fit for foodies(191)
- special occasion(131)
- romantic(117)
- great for lunch(93)
- scenic view(93)
- neighborhood gem(73)
Cafe Spiaggia Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always a good choice for lunch. Food and service is outstanding."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not a stellar evening....
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Usually one of my Chicago "go-to" restos....but on Tuesday night, May 14, this place was a mess. the music was blasting-- destroying any of the usual wonderful cafe ambience. The service was slooooooooooow and the place was empty. The waiter was unenthusiastic. My gorgeous, and I mean gorgeous piece of salmon was so oversalted than I was unable to eat more than a few bites...this has never happened to me, ever. And I eat salmon regularly. the kale salad was wonderful. The dessert was wonderful. And once someone turned down the music and we could converse and hear each other, the ambience was very nice.
Note to chef: pay attention to your food and staff at the cafe on Tuesdays...they're not as wonderful as they used to be."
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 3 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
NOt Good on Sunday Night
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been here several times but this was not a great time food and service was bad....."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 4 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific Place!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved Cafe Spiaggia for its food, atmosphere and energy. The pasta fungi was perfectly cooked as was the roasted salmon with artichokes and fennel. The tiramisu was also outstanding. The energy level is quite robust so don't go if you're looking for a quiet, romantic evening but if you want to be transported to Rome, here is the place. Service was outstanding as well as the gorgeous, rich marble laden interior. We'll be back for sure!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a wonderful lunch celebration with my mother for her eighty-fifth birthday. It is truly one of her favorite restaurants in Chicago!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food is absolutely wonderful--and matched by the service and ambiance. If only two or three of you make sure to ask for a window seat--a nice view over Michigan Avenue and the entrance to Lake Shore Drive."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best meal in awhile
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was delicious! The restaurant was extremely accommodating and the food was fantastic. Despite being full, the noise level was low - a rare find. We had the primavera salad, mixed salad, ravioli,meatballs, and donuts! Yum!! The food is simple and prepared to perfection, with handmade pasta and delicate ingredients. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Both entrees and salads were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Both entrees and salads were outstanding. The chocolate tart was good. The aisles between tables is tight."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic chef. Food is amazing.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic chef. Food is amazing. One of the best restaurant in Chicago."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 10 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not dressed to impress
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Not impressed with Cafe Spiaggia. Food very average & its location in an office block did nothing to assuage our impression of a very average eatery.
So much choice of good eating in Chicago, you don't need to bother with this one."
So much choice of good eating in Chicago, you don't need to bother with this one."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2013
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Review 11 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service were great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and service were great as always"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 12 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food! Different from what you can have in any other place.Friendly staff.will be back for sure for baby octopus and Olives!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 13 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Treated us like gold for our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Treated us like gold for our 20th anniversary celebration!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great pasta and seasonal salads.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food never disappoints. Duck sausage ravioli was outstanding as was the baby kale salad primavera. Wines by the glass and cocktails pricey, but the food is a good value."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view
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Review 15 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our waiter was awesome. He
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waiter was awesome. He helped us with our food choice and told us how to go online and get some recipes!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 16 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food here is tremendous
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food here is tremendous though you have to be willing to drop some cash. Amazing chicken liver mousse appetizer and great pasta entree! Seriously limited drink menu that forces you to spend more $, but that's their vibe. Service, ambiance were great!
If you feel like treating yourself to some amazing gourmet eats for a special occasion, check it out!"
If you feel like treating yourself to some amazing gourmet eats for a special occasion, check it out!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 17 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing Dining Experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hostess misread our reservation and had us standing around for 15 minutes since she thought we had arrived 15 minutes early, when we had, in fact, arrived on time for our reservation. Waiter was pushy and repeatedly urged us to order a variety of additional dishes than we did not request. One appetizer, one main course per person and wine for everyone is more than sufficient; it wasn't Thanksgiving. Finally, we sat in the back room where the acoustics are terrible. Loudest dining experience that I've had in a long time. Not an enjoyable dining experience."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
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Review 18 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lunch on Sunday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went for lunch on a Sunday before shopping. It really is a very good overall selection on Michigan Ave. They even offering a prix fix tasting menu for $25 which is quite a value! Service was very warm and genuine and that makes everything that much better."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Took my Fiancee here for her
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Took my Fiancee here for her Birthday and she LOVED it. They can put a little message on the menu which was nice and the food was incredible. Wines were a little on the pricier side but still a great place for a romantic evening."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Our server was fantastic,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our server was fantastic, very knowledgeable about the menu and even accommodated two of our guests (1 being a vegetarian and 1 who wasn't) and they were sharing a meat sauce dish that he split so the vegetarian received the gnocci, but not the meat.
Food- Olive Garden's better. Spent $110.00 for 2 of us, we left unsatisfied and hungry. Food wasn't bad just nothing exceptional, if you want gnocci go to Little Italy, where its done right for half the price. I was surprised the ambiance was not as stuffy as I thought it would be and the little half booth tables are cute, so not worth the price. All 5 of us decided we'd never come back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
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Review 21 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
service was good and the accommodat
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"service was good and the accommodated small changes on our food selection were readily made."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 22 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything from the welcoming
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything from the welcoming receptionist to the atmosphere, to the food and a visit from Sarah Grueneberg was first class!!! I had come from California for a business meeting,and this was the one restaurant I wanted to visit. It didn't disappoint in any way, from the kale and pumpkin salad, to the Salmon with a bed of roasted vegetables, to the caramel gelato and the cinnamon rice pudding. Fantastic! Thanks, Sarah, for making your customers such a priority."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
uptown Italian
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A favorite spot for me in Chicago. Consistently excellent food and service."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A good stop for a trip to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A good stop for a trip to Chicago - definitely not a typical Chicagoland restaurant. Food is great, portions are human-sized (not gigantic :-) like in the rest of the city). The wine list was impressive, and the service was perfection, and not as formal as the main restaurant, so good for a relaxed lunch or dinner."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious meal, nice atmosphere,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious meal, nice atmosphere, kind service, and an overall great experience. It was the perfect way to celebrate the Easter holiday."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
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Review 26 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing menu selection.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Disappointing menu selection. Not enough "Italian" dishes. Trys too hard to be "upscale, chic spot" and food was secondary."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2011
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Review 27 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Friendly and relaxing whether
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Friendly and relaxing whether in a group or dining solo. Window tables are perfect for one or two. Wines are interesting. they need to feature some new cocktails. The ones on the menu have been there for a year. Sweets seem oddly limited and alsthough tasty also need attention. ( Time to update the menu again ) ."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We live in neighborhood and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We live in neighborhood and met friends for a week night dinner. Expensive to do often but excellent. My pasta was a bit salty and I mentioned to our waitress who was very receptive to the input. Fantastic kale salad!!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food - This is my
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food - This is my go-to restaurant in Chicago!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Terrible service on a Sunday
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
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5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
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Quiet
"Terrible service on a Sunday night when they were empty. Will not go back."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
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Review 31 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
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5
We love the quiet of this
Food
(Very Good)
4
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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Noise Level
Moderate
"We love the quiet of this great lunch spot. The views are great and the food excellent as always."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2003
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 32 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I took my wife here for her
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my wife here for her birthday and it was a great experience. A couple of days before they called to confirm and asked me if it was for a special occasion. I told them about the b-day, and when they brought the menu that had a happy birthday note for her on the menu itself. Cute touch. We had a window table which provided a great view of Michigan Avenue. Food was outstanding. Only minor complaint is that the waiter could have been better. When asked what he recommended he didn't really note anything other then to say its a "really solid menu." Could have used a little more help there. Otherwise, a great place."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 33 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of the best kept secrets
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best kept secrets in dining in Chicago! Food and service is awesome and the price point in perfect. We made an early reservation and brought our little girl. THe manager made sure to come over and tell us that we could get anything for her, we just had to ask. Usually we come here for lunch, but dinner is great too! Rick is a terrific waiter!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food, but not great.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, but not great. Overpriced for what it is."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
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Review 35 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The gnocchi were light and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The gnocchi were light and tender. The wild boar ragu tasty, The butternut squash-filled pasta delicate in flavor, while substantial in texture. Our only (slight) disappointment was with the ribollita. The flavor was right on target, but the soup was thin and could not possibly have been re-boiled with day-old bread in the Tuscan fashion."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent in every category.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent in every category. Will definitely return. Grilled octopus appetizer and tagliatelle were memorable."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot
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Review 37 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was delicious, the service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was delicious, the service was excellent."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 38 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Aged to Perfection
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our latest of many visits to Cafe Spiaggia was perhaps the best. The Cafe has continued to serve superb gourmet food with attentive service in an uptown charming style. While the food is perfectly prepared and beautifully presented you won't leave hungry as in some gourmet restaurants. Portions are generous without being excessive. Bottom line: one of Chicago's best."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2006
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 39 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cafe Spiaggia is one of the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cafe Spiaggia is one of the best restaurants I've experienced, not just in Chicago. Their service is outstanding, and the food never disappoints. I've been there on at least four occasions, and look forward to visiting again on my next trip to Chicago. Highly recommended."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just truly exceptionally good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Just truly exceptionally good food with refined but not oppressive service. Best pasta around, but that's not all."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 41 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beautiful (frescoed and tiled
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Beautiful (frescoed and tiled with soft lighting), great views, perfect service (highly attentive and anticipatory, but never intrusive), and the food -- the food! -- was absolutely fabulous! And I saw that CS also has a $25 3-course lunch, what a bargain for a talented chef and staff of this caliber. We'll be back -- soon!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 42 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
if you like great food and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"if you like great food and service spiaggia is the place to go"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 43 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love the food here and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love the food here and we are always seated almost right away with our reservations which isn't always the case everywhere else."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 44 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have dined here at least
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have dined here at least ten times in the last 25 years. It is always a treat."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved the butternut squash
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Loved the butternut squash pasta, very tasty.
The soup could be better...and warmer.
The wine, bread and cheese delicious!
!"
The soup could be better...and warmer.
The wine, bread and cheese delicious!
!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was fine and waiter very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was fine and waiter very good. The room was very cold and it took awhile for the staff to get it warmed up"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 47 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cafe Spiaggia rocks!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We stumbled onto Cafe Spiaggia and it wildly exceeded out expect ions. The bartender turned us on to an unlisted drink, "aperol spritzer", which was super delicious. Equally as great was the la Spiaggia. Every food selection was terrific - the gnocchi, the scallops, and the to-die-for, unbelievable, octopus. We felt so privileged to have such a great dining experience."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
solutions & options provided
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"had to wait a while with our reservations to get seated but they had us at the bar for a round of drinks on the house as well as some apps. Food was good as well as the service. No complaints."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, scenic view
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Review 49 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Foodies and travellers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Visiting Chicago from Melbourne Australia, we are freestyle foodies. Cafe Spaggio offered a delightful menu and a great wine list. We completely enjoyed the ambience, food and service, a great evening..
Thank you so much..
Molly and Andrew"
Thank you so much..
Molly and Andrew"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 50 for Cafe Spiaggia
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb food, impeccable service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Superb food, impeccable service."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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