DeLullo's Trattoria — Restaurant in Cicero

Came here with another couple to try out on a week night based on the solid online reviews. Parking is available on the street, but also in the lot to the west of the house-like restaurant. The entrance is also on the west side of the building, which has a ramp leading up to it, just so you don't make the mistake of trying to enter via the front door like we did.

They have signs up indicating that masks are required, but I didn't notice anyone wearing a mask. They seemed pretty busy, but the hostess quickly greeted us and took us to a table. Since it is a converted house, it isn't overly spacious, but that was fine by me as it has some charm. Preferred seating would probably be on their covered front porch, as I imagine an older couple would have preferred for our party based on the icy stares we received throughout the evening.

Menu seems to have a variety without being too much and the prices seem very reasonable. I ordered the Seafood Ravioli (16.95) and my wife chose a Pasta By You with mushrooms, artichokes, and spinach (13.25). We also split a Mama's Salad (7.75). We very much enjoyed the salad as they make their own dressing and the tomatoes were very good. I would order the ravioli again, especially with the vodka sauce that had a bit of kick over the alfredo. My wife actually was semi-disappointed in her dish because the vodka sauce was not an option listed in the menu.

Our service took a little while, but I understand that things happen and don't hold that against restaurants with the way things are right now. Why I didn't give 5 stars in this review is because a mistake had been made with the order for the wife of the other couple. They brought Spaghetti and Meatballs to our table by itself first, but we indicated that no one had ordered that. A couple minutes later they came with the orders for 3 of us, but did not have the Spaghetti Florentine that she had ordered. They said they would have it out in 5 minutes, but it was actually well more than 10 before she received it. There was no attempt to compensate for the error, unless you count the $2 difference between the wrong order and what she actually ordered, which I don't. If not offering her meal for free, they could have offered a dessert, a discount for a future visit, or heck, even the spaghetti and meatballs that they tried to bring us first before we knew what was going on. Considering the other couple had ordered beverages and an appetizer (BTW, their bread appetizers use the same bread that comes with the meal), those also could have been options.

So bottom line, enjoyed the meal that we ordered, but were disappointed with how our friends' experience was handled. Would probably consider returning if in the area, but not making a special trip as we did for...

So overall we had a very good experience while dining. The restaurant has been converted from an old house and was very warm and welcoming. It reminded me of years ago eating dinner in my grandmother's dining room. The staff were friendly and very attentive. The food was very delicious and fresh, I had the lasagna which was outstanding. The only reason I gave four stars instead of five, when I got home and took a bite of my leftovers. I bit into a chunk of glass that looked as if it had come from a broken jar. I wasn't hurt and immediately called the restaurant to let them know what had happened, knowing lasagna is cut from a pan and didn't want to risk anyone else biting into glass. They were very apologetic and I felt a genuine concern for my well-being asking if I was okay. They offered me a free entre on my next visit and told me they were checking into what may have broken in their kitchen. I understand accidents happen and this has not discouraged me from giving them another shot in the near future and look forward to some more delicious...

Everything about DeLullo's is different, in a great way. The restaurant itself is in a house, giving it a small, quaint look. The food is delicious, unique, and very filling.

On my first visit I tried the Tour Of Italy, for the ability to try multiple things. I expected something similar to an Olive Garden Tour, with one small scoop of each entree - but I was surprised with the amount of food, and the quality. I highly recommend this if you don't know what to choose - because it shows you how good even their simple dishes like Lasagna and Fettuccine Alfredo can be.

If you're not in the mood for pasta, they also have very good pizzas.

Prices are a little higher than you would expect to pay at a place like Olive Garden, but this isn't Olive Garden. You get real flavor, real food, and a real authentic small-town experience.

Tips: Follow their FaceBook page to see weekly food specials/deals Call ahead for carryout Outside front porch seating for...