Chicago's Delectable Yet Hard-to-Book Italian Cuisine 🍝

We always find ourselves wandering around River North, and this restaurant, recommended by Carla, is always fully booked. Finally, we managed to snag a reservation for a Friday afternoon at High Table. When we arrived, the place was bustling, with tables constantly turning over. So, if you're planning to visit, make sure to book well in advance! 📆 What to Eat Today? 🥩 📌 The Italian Salad The portions are surprisingly generous! The salad dressing is fantastic, and I particularly love the cheese in it. 🥗 📌 Fried Calamari The calamari is incredibly tender and perfectly seasoned. Both sauces are unique—the red sauce has a tangy kick, while the white sauce is rich and creamy. However, about half of the calamari pieces are peppered with chilies (which can be a bit spicy), and the portion size is a bit small. 🦑 📌 Burrata Lasagna This is the highly recommended lasagna. The tomato flavor is prominent but very fresh and not overly salty. The pasta sheets are soft and perfectly cooked! 🍝 📌 Crab Fettuccine Limone This dish was a special of the day and was incredibly refreshing. It had a lot of crab meat, and the lemon flavor was just perfect. 🦀 📌 Spumoni Pistachio ice cream topped with cherry sauce! 🍦 What to Drink Today? 🥂 🧷 Mediterranean Mule A classic take on the Moscow Mule, with a strong ginger beer flavor. 🍸 🧷 Respect Your Elders A delightful cocktail with a sweet and tangy, fizzy finish! 🍋 Important Info 📝 📍 Restaurant Name: Il Porcellino 📍 Address: 59 W Hubbard St #2, Chicago, IL 60654, United States 📍 Average Cost: $70-$80 Overall, the portions at Il Porcellino are not overly large, but the flavors are perfectly balanced (unlike some other Italian places I've tried that were too salty). The decor is absolutely stunning, making it a perfect spot for an after-work drink. Do you have any other recommendations for delicious but hard-to-book restaurants in Chicago? 🤔 #ChicagoItalianCuisine #ChicagoEats #ChicagoDining #ChicagoFoodie #ChicagoRestaurantRecommendations