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Il Vicinato Ristorante

4.6
RestaurantItalian
Exceptional Food Quality LGBTQ+ Friendly Outdoor Seating Wheelchair Accessible

About Il Vicinato Ristorante

Il Vicinato Ristorante is a vegetarian-friendly, with plenty of vegan options italian spot in Chicago, Illinois. It's especially popular with families and the LGBTQ+ community, and offers outdoor seating, delivery, and takeout. The menu leans toward alcohol, beer, and cocktails. Guests give it 4.6 stars over 464 reviews, and prices are mid-range.

Amenities & Offerings

Dine-in
Takeout
Delivery
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Coffee
Alcohol
Wi-Fi
Catering
High chairs
Comfort food
Outdoor seating
Accepts reservations
Late-night food
Live music

Il Vicinato Ristorante FAQ

Is Il Vicinato Ristorante fully vegan?

Il Vicinato Ristorante is vegetarian-friendly with a solid selection of vegan options. Ask the staff to confirm any dish is fully plant-based.

What food does Il Vicinato Ristorante serve?

Il Vicinato Ristorante serves italian, generally priced around $$. See the full menu on their website or in person.

Does Il Vicinato Ristorante offer delivery or takeout?

Yes. Il Vicinato Ristorante offers delivery and takeout. Availability can vary, so check before you order.

What are Il Vicinato Ristorante's hours?

Weekly hours for Il Vicinato Ristorante are listed on this page; they can change on holidays.

Where is Il Vicinato Ristorante located?

Il Vicinato Ristorante is at 2435 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608. Use “Get directions” on this page for a map and driving directions.

Listing information updated September 2026.

Il Vicinato Ristorante Reviews

4.6
MT

Michael Topps

Google Reviews

Don't come here. Looking for the Italian joint because it's closed.

AK

Anthony Kane

Google Reviews

Fantastic dinner with family. Lamb was phenomenal

MR

marco ramos

Google Reviews

Outstanding as usual Benjamin and staff are the consummate hosts

PJ

pete j

Google Reviews

Great food great service been going since it opened grew up near there

KH

Kimberley Harris

Google Reviews

Even though we had a reservation we still had to wait 20 minutes to be seated. It didn't help that 2 couples walked in and went to the bar in order to "jump" the line and 1 couple ended up being seated, that was unfair. It did also take the waitress a while to take our order. If it were not for my date and the fact that this was important to him and that I absolutely love Italian food, I would have opted to leave the restaurant. But we ended up staying and I had my first glass of wine 🍷 ever and it turned out okay.

PT

Pulinga Thornton

Google Reviews

Food and service were amazing. Special shout-out to our amazing waitress Nicole. They make whatever drink you want. Cleaned my plate 😀

MH

Mike Hurley

Google Reviews

I’m a big fan of this restaurant.(Period.) Unfortunately, tonight’s experience was subpar. Service was slow and inattentive. We never got our soup. Steak overcooked and some bad Chianti. I’m still a big fan, but it might be a while before we’re back.

ET

Eric Trip

Google Reviews

February 2024 Let's start with the grilled calamari- they need way much more love...probably need some good soaking overnight in a milk or so. The mussels dish in marinara sauce was very good, but it did not have a proverbial pan grillada.....big minus! Veal vesuvio with potato wedges did not disappoint. The sauce needed much more refinement and a touch of lemon. The selection of wines is nothing to write home about. The service is average just in any other family restaurant. Street parking was easy. The vibe was good...people had a good time, and we did as well! The bomb now....... the in-house bread was a 5*! They should start selling their bread...amazing!

JB

Justine Barnes

Google Reviews

Leonardo took the best care of us!

LK

Libby Kriz

Google Reviews

Il Vicinato was absolutely fabulous. Food is fire, ambience is amazing, and our server Leonardo was fantastic. 10/10 recommend if looking for good Italian food!