Downtown Chicago Italian Cuisine | Nonnina Check-In

Prime location and great value for money! If you're in the mood for Italian food in downtown Chicago, besides Volare, Granny’s Kitchen - Nonnina is definitely worth a try! During lunchtime, it’s not too crowded, so you can choose to dine indoors or on the heated terrace (p7p8). The ambiance is top-notch! 🌟 Main Courses Squid Ink Spaghetti 🌟🌟🌟🌟 This is the signature dish. It comes with a generous portion of lobster meat and fresh shrimp—a must for seafood lovers. The flavor is quite bold, which I personally love! I recommend squeezing some lemon juice on top to balance the saltiness and enhance the taste. It doesn’t get boring even when you finish the dish. 🍤 Duck Garganelli 🌟🌟🌟 Another signature, the duck garganelli features tender, shredded duck meat with cauliflower for added texture. The only downside is that the seasoning is a bit too simple and conservative, making it slightly less impressive than the squid ink spaghetti. 🦆 Appetizers Cured Meats 🌟 Not recommended. The meat has no distinctive texture and feels like pre-packaged deli meat you’d buy at a supermarket for five bucks. 🥩 Roasted Octopus 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Delicious! The octopus is perfectly portioned for two people, with no fishy taste at all. It’s served with baked eggplant and lettuce. The baked eggplant is incredibly fragrant and a favorite of mine! 🐙 Wine Pairing Prosecco DOC A standard sparkling wine that’s refreshing but doesn’t have any particularly outstanding flavors or textures. 🥂 Overall, Nonnina offers great value for money. The restaurant is comfortable and perfect for dining with friends. #ItalianCuisine #VibeyRestaurant #Chicago #ChicagoEats #Foodie #ChicagoItalian #ChicagoDining