Found Another Great Italian Spot in Chicago — il Carciofo 🍝

Went twice in one week — each time felt fresh and satisfying. As someone who eats a lot of Italian in Chicago, I was curious: Google calls it a “Roman restaurant,” but my Italian colleagues say it’s more American‑Italian. From a Chinese palate perspective, though — it’s really good! Today’s Menu 🍽️ 🐚 Capesante Crude (Raw Scallops) A must‑order starter. Not too many scallops, but the sweet‑sour‑salty seasoning makes their freshness pop — super appetizing. 🥓 Prosciutto di Parma Didn’t capture the bread in the photo, but the bread is insanely fragrant. Warm bread wrapped with prosciutto — the heat releases the ham’s oils, and with creamy cheese, it’s absolutely delicious. Bread lovers, don’t skip this! 🍝 Rigatoni Alla Carbonara Portion isn’t huge, but the creamy sauce is rich and aromatic. Pasta is al dente, with crispy, savory bacon bits that cut through the richness. 🥔 Gnocchetti If you love potato/mochi‑like textures, try this. Chewy but not gummy — the potato melts in your mouth. Mushroom seasoning adds earthy depth. 🍰 Tiramisu Served in a cute cup — be careful not to inhale the cocoa powder! Coffee‑forward, boozy, not too sweet. 🥭 Mango Sorbetto A must‑order dessert! Bright, fresh mango flavor — light, not too creamy, and generously portioned (even for two, we couldn’t finish it!). Key Details 📍 🍴 Restaurant: il Carciofo 📍 Address: 1045 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607 💰 Price: $70‑80 per person. #ChicagoEats #ItalianFood #WestLoopChicago #ChicagoFoodScene #MustTryChicago #ilCarciofo