Spiaggia Reviews List

Dined on 5/22/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Outstanding restaurant... one of the best meals I have ever had in Chicago and I have had many amazing meals there. very imaginative fresh pastas, service was excellent"

Dined on 5/22/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 2 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/22/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Wonderful tasting menu (although the final savory course, duck, was a bit too heavy). Love the exclusively Italian wines and cheeses. Nice to be at a fancy Chicago restaurant that actually has windows."

Dined on 5/22/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 3 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/20/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It is a beautiful restaurant. I do think the portions, while lovely, are small versus the price."

Dined on 5/20/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, special occasion

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Review 4 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Excellent food and beverage service. Attentive staff with confident and detailed food and wine knowledge. Thoughtful flavor combinations without too many ingredients. Relaxing atmosphere. One of my all time favorite reaurants in Chicago."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 5 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Experience

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Was there for dinner with 4 other people on a Saturday night and the food presentation and preparation were both flawless. This s a really e pensive restaurant but worth every penny. All of the wait staff were friendly and explained each item you were being served. We had a great time and ill be back."

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 6 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Nice authentic Italian

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was very nice, a little pricey, but acceptable for this quality."

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 7 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Extremely Overpriced,Mediocre Food

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Nice ambience and good service but they should be embarrassed by what they charge for the food given how mediocre it is. I started with a scallop that tasted like it had been sitting under a heating lamp for far too long and had the beef as my entree and it was tasteless-truly! My husband felt the same way about his salmon and said that while the sauce on his gnocchi was good, the pasta itself was not."

Dined on 5/18/2013

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Review 8 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A little over the top ?

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We have been to many fine Italian restaurants, including Rome, Venice , London and Toronto. We would normally order a starter [ salad ] and a pasta dish, without a "secondi" and be fully satisfied. At Spiaggia, we were told the pasta dishes were small and would not be an adequate quantity on their own. So we opted for the Table d'hote - I think six dishes for $98. The servings were extremely small and while very good, at this price it was not what we had expected."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 9 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

New Tradition

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"My husband and I have dined at this elegant restaurnat for several anniversaries. Spiaggia has now become one of our favorite traditions. The service was meticulous and of course the food is the best of the best."

Dined on 5/02/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list

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Review 10 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great dining experience, from the wine, to the service, the atmosphere & the view of the North end of the Magnificant Mile. I highly recommend Spiaggia."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 11 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing!!!

Dined on 5/08/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"My fiancé and I had the pleasure of having the tasting menu with beverage pairing. We were prerpaired for a grand evening, but the restaurant exceeded our expectations on every level. The ambiance was grand and romantic. The food was delicious and luxurious. The service was accommodating and attentive. We can't wait to return for another amazing experience."

Dined on 5/08/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 12 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Spectacular

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Quiet Tuesday; all of the excellent service of a Fri/Sat sans all the noise. Pasta tasting menu was divine - as we're the beverage pairs. From beginning to end the staff were attentive and knowledgable. Basil-ricotta rolls should not be missed from the bread plate offering. Give Atkins a night off - you'll be glad you did. On our way out we stopped to watch the chefs prepare and plate three dishes. Their artful coordination and professional handling of their tools and food was impressive. And, the kitchen IS SPOTLESSLY CLEAN. It was a final bit of confirmation; evidence of a well run establishment. We will return!!"

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 13 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent food but . . .

Top 1000 contributor

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food at Spiaggia was great, but it could tone down the attitude a bit. It's a bit more full of itself than is deserved. Generally good service, but some gaffes justify the three stars. Wine alert - the wine list has some amazing wines but very little that is reasonably priced and most of the gems are too young. For example, why would someone pay $800 for a bottle of Barolo that is nowhere near approachable? Also considering what you're paying, the wine service was weak. Go for the food, but be prepared for other disappointments."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 14 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Very good food, a little expensive

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My husband and I ate at Spiaggia on a Saturday night. We struggled to find the restaurant as it was inside an office building, but once we figured it out, we were ok. We both had the pasta tasting menu with drink pairings, which we thought was very good and the pairings were thoughtful. We did the tasting because it was the most cost effective option. As some other diners noted, it was really hard to find a wine that was under $100, which was disappointing. The restaurant has a pretty view, but I found the decor to be a bit dated. We also had to wait almost an hour after we were done eating to get our check, which was annoying. Nevertheless, the food was delicious!"

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 15 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great food and service but very expensive (for two $680 with tip) and use of space isn't the best,no changes in decor in 30 years."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 16 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great view

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great views with an eclectic degestation menu."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, special occasion

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Review 17 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent as always

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food and service were outstanding. Expensive but worth it. A few more affordable wine choices would be appreciated."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 18 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Exceptional Dinner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The service and quality/uniqueness of the dishes was exceptional. This is a high priced restaurant however the food is outstanding in all courses, bread to dessert, and definitely 4 star and a must to experience while visiting downtown Chicago. The staff were very helpful, personable and attentive. A first class dinner!!!!"

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: romantic, scenic view, special occasion

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Review 19 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Low bang for your buck

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Split the antipasti and first pasta course and 2 entrees, plus 2 drinks each It ended up being $350 with not so generous tip because I have enough loans as it is. Antipasta course was scallops, usually an s at the end of a noun insinuates plural, but for your hard earned $33 scallops...you get 1 scallop. It's a nice place but extremely over priced and you end up paying for the name, not what you eat. If you want to pay for hype/a name it's your place, if you want a good, fullfilling meal I suggest another place"

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: romantic

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Review 20 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Elegant

Dined on 4/21/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"What a perfectly elegant restaurant with service to match. The food was delicious, and my parents enjoyed the prix fixe menu. Not a single complaint to be made. Had dinner a few nights prior at Cafe Spiaggia, and while the food was of a higher level at Spiaggia, both meals were delicious. If you want a quiet and romantic meal, Spiaggia is the pick."

Dined on 4/21/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, special occasion

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Review 21 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A truly brilliant dining experience

Dined on 04/20/2013

2008

Dined on 04/20/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"A truly brilliant dining experience. Service is excellent - a lot of times i wasn't even aware of water glasses being filled, dishes being taken away, etc. The only very minor drawback is the portions are extremely small."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 22 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Chicago's best Italian food

Dined on 04/20/2013

Dined on 04/20/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I've eaten at Spiaggia about once a year for the past 20 years and I would say their food has consistently evolved but always remained outstanding. Service though, can be spotty at times. For example, during this dinner, we were efficiently shown to our table but then we were left there for 15 minutes - no offer of a menu, water, or drinks. We just sat there. It is one of my pet peeves so I got up to complain when one of the head service staff noticed and duly got our table going. Perhaps a miscommunication but this type of lapse should never happen at an establishment like this. The other pet peeve is the "jackets required". I've been to most of San Pellegrino's top 50 of the world's best restaurants and NONE of them require one."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, scenic view

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Review 23 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent across the board.

Dined on 04/19/2013

Dined on 04/19/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Excellent across the board. The gnocchi was the best we have ever eaten.
Would highly recommend it for a special occasion."

Dined on 04/19/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 24 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Expensive - but the meal was

Dined on 04/19/2013

Dined on 04/19/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Expensive - but the meal was exceptional."

Dined on 04/19/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 25 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome Italian

Dined on 04/19/2013

Dined on 04/19/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food was delicious. Very accomodating if you want to make substitutions on the tasting manu. Agnoletti in particular was amazing. Definitely worth a visit if you're looking for an upscale dining experience with great food."

Dined on 04/19/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 26 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Really, really expensive for

Dined on 04/18/2013

Dined on 04/18/2013

2011

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Really, really expensive for food that was only ok, and not great, but overall. I am really disappointed since we did the tasting menu to get an amazing taste on a different take on Italy. I don't think we will be back. I was also disappointed that there were no bottles of wine under $80?"

Dined on 04/18/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 27 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice place but very very expensive.

Dined on 04/16/2013

2013

Dined on 04/16/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Nice place but very very expensive. Only Special occasion."

Dined on 04/16/2013

2013

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 28 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The very best Italian food.

Dined on 04/15/2013

2010

Dined on 04/15/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The very best Italian food. All of us had the pasta special menu and iw was great."

Dined on 04/15/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 29 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Expert staff and only place

Dined on 04/15/2013

2012

Dined on 04/15/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Expert staff and only place I have eaten where scallops was cooked to perfection. Wonderful food and wine pairing was perfect."

Dined on 04/15/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 30 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Their service is getting worse

Dined on 04/14/2013

Dined on 04/14/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This was third time for us to have a dinner in this restaurant. We think their service is getting worse than before.
Especially, the service level of waiter is really bad.
They did not even know how to put the knife and folks correctly. They do not even explain about food at the end.
There are a lots of good restaurant recently and they know what the service is.
The food is still ok but it was getting salty a little bit, especially at the end of the course menu.

We are kind of disappointed this time. I hope they will train the waiter and rethink about service."

Dined on 04/14/2013

2011

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 31 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Beyond amazing!

Dined on 04/12/2013

Dined on 04/12/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Everything was absolutely perfect with the service and the food was sublime! Trevor, our server, was exceptional!
I rank this restaurant in my top 3 in the USA with Melisse and Per Se."

Dined on 04/12/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 32 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were thrilled by the tasting

Dined on 04/13/2013

2004

Dined on 04/13/2013

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We were thrilled by the tasting menu and paired wines. Everything was delicious and beautifully presented. This was a perfect way to celebrate my 60th birthday!"

Dined on 04/13/2013

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 33 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

equivalent of a 3 star Parisian

Dined on 04/13/2013

2005

Dined on 04/13/2013

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"equivalent of a 3 star Parisian Several different tasting menus available as well as a pasta menu and a la carte Wines served in elegant BV stemware. Service seamless. If a 3 star means "worth the trip" then Spiaggia is worth suffering thru the O'Hare to downtown traffic."

Dined on 04/13/2013

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 34 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely fantastic, food

Dined on 04/13/2013

Dined on 04/13/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Absolutely fantastic, food service and ambiance. Highly recommend either tasting menu."

Dined on 04/13/2013

2007

Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 35 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Nothing green on the menu

Dined on 04/05/2013

Dined on 04/05/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Nothing green on the menu (not salad or vegetable). Also, limited choices for diners who choose not to eat cows or pigs. Wouldn't go back."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 36 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had an absolutely wonderful

Dined on 04/06/2013

Dined on 04/06/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We had an absolutely wonderful meal and terrific evening at Spiaggia. This restaurant is probably the best restaurant in Chicago. The food is delicious, the service is impeccable, and the room and view are beautiful. I highly recommend Spiaggia."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 37 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Very poor value for the price

Dined on 04/06/2013

2008

Dined on 04/06/2013

2008

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Very poor value for the price point. Pasta oily, salad without flavour, roasted suckling pig excellent. Service wonderful, however at 9:00 p.m. a small child was seated at the next table. She was squealing. Not appropriate when spending $660 for my dinner. Maitre'd told me that Spaggia was a family restaurant. No Thanks."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2008

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Review 38 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Okay at best.

Dined on 04/05/2013

2010

Dined on 04/05/2013

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Very avg service for high price. Waiters took 25 minutes to get us started. Wine pairing nice. Just not worth the $600."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2010

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Review 39 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Very dissappointing experience. Wa

Dined on 04/04/2013

2013

Dined on 04/04/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Very dissappointing experience.
Waited for ever to order and the food was average at best my meet selection was tough and the fish salty.
I was expecting much better from a reputable 4 star restaurant and the high price."

Dined on 04/04/2013

2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 40 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A truly outstanding dining

Dined on 04/01/2013

2008

Dined on 04/01/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"A truly outstanding dining experience. The personal attention was remarkable and the food was terrific."

Dined on 04/01/2013

2008

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 41 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Time for the Truffle Tasting Menu

Dined on 04/01/2013

2002

Dined on 04/01/2013

2002

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We celebrated a special anniversary by both of us having the Truffle Tasting Menu. I also included the wine pairing. It was the most mouth watering food I have EVER tasted! Every course was better than the previous.

If you can only get one entree, get the gnocchi. It was AMAZING!"

Dined on 04/01/2013

2002

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 42 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic

Dined on 03/23/2013

Dined on 03/23/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Spiaggia gets it right! The perfect fine dining Italian dining destination to celebrate special occasions! A huge thank you to all the wonderful people at Spiaggia for making my husband's birthday dinner so special. Everything from the service, to the food, to the ambience was spectacular."

Dined on 03/23/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 43 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Our party of four ordered

Dined on 03/23/2013

Dined on 03/23/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Our party of four ordered very different things from both the ala carte and the tasting menus. While there was nothing served to us that was terrible, nothing was served to us that should have commanded the prices that were charged either. Wine by the glass was $25.00 and seemed to be a very short pour.

The one of us who ordered the pasta tasting menu was the most satisfied, but, overall, it did not live up to the hype."

Dined on 03/23/2013

2009

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Review 44 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Duck breasted with fois gras

Dined on 03/25/2013

2006

Dined on 03/25/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Duck breasted with fois gras was outstanding. Other dishes were unremarkable. Way overpriced!"

Dined on 03/25/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 45 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

top-notch, service can't be beat!!!

Dined on 03/22/2013

2001

Dined on 03/22/2013

2001

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The attention to detail is AMAZING!!! The service is impeccable and the food is great. The emulsion of flavors in every dish is perfect."

Dined on 03/22/2013

2001

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 46 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We chose Spiaggia for our 20th anniversary celebration. The restaurant had printed a special menu with our names on it for the occasion and all the servers wished us a Happy Anniversary. The service, food and wine chosen by the sommelier were outstanding! We also had a special table overlooking Michigan Ave. and Oak St. Beach. It was a wonderful, romantic experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 47 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

just marketing!!!

Dined on 03/22/2013

2002

Dined on 03/22/2013

2002

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I was expecting so much more from this place!!!
My wife had the pasta menu. I got a regular menu.
I would say that the food os so normal for a restaurant that had a michelin star...
I would not reccomend this place.
Keep your money and go for a real food experience."

Dined on 03/22/2013

2002

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 48 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Extra Special

Dined on 03/21/2013

2004

Dined on 03/21/2013

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Our experience was outstanding. The Maitre de', Chad, was charming and tremendously accommodating. Service, superb. Food presentation and flavor outstanding. Had a premiere window table overlooking the street scene, the park and a view of the lake. Would sincerely recommend Spiaggia for a special dining experience. Can't wait to go again!"

Dined on 03/21/2013

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 49 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Overall experience from food

Dined on 03/16/2013

Dined on 03/16/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Overall experience from food to service was outstanding but VERY expensive."

Dined on 03/16/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 50 for Spiaggia

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely amazing. Slightly