Enoteca Piattini

This corner restaurant, located in the Depaul/Lincoln Park neighborhood, is a great place to stop for some great Italian food. I was once told that the words Enoteca Piattini have something to do with small plates, kind of like Spanish tapas - but somehow I always end up with leftovers. The plates may be smaller but they are definitely filled to the brim. There are daily specials for their pasta, risotto, fish, appetizers and wines. It is portrayed as a restaurant and wine bar and the extensive wine list is proof of that. My favorite day to visit is Sunday evening when it is buy one entree get one free. The atmosphere is lowlight with candles on the tables, but don't think this means only couples can go there. In fact I almost always go with a group of friends. Enoteca Piattini is definitely worth a visit. more

Plenty of space but warm and very cozy. Outdoor dining available in nice weather. Great Italian but not heavy food - sort-of new-fangled. Great place. Just east of the "L" tracks but feels like it's a world away from the bars that are just west of the "L" tracks. A good place for a party since the prices are low, it fits a lot of people, and they have lots of small tables so it's easy to add just a few more people to your party. more