Across from Millennium park and along Chicago’s Cultural Mile, Acanto Restaurant + Wine Bar is a treasured destination for those who appreciate authentic and approachable Italian food in a conversation-friendly atmosphere. Acanto serves seasonally-driven Italian cuisine from both regions of Italy utilizing artisanal ingredients from Midwest farmers and producers. While Acanto is well-known for its expansive, award-winning wine list that showcases more than 700 bottles, the libations menu is rounded out by Italian classics including spritzes and negronis along with craft cocktails, beer, and spirits.
Salumi, pizza, pasta & other Italian fare plus cocktails & a large wine list in a relaxed setting. Based on 791 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
18 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: (312) 578-0763
Website:
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Hours
| Sunday |
4–10 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–10 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday |
4–11 PM |
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Reservations: acantochicago.comopentable.com
Reviews
Mohd Hasan
Great food despite the price. You will leave full if you’re willing to spend a bit more for the experience. The staff was very patient and nice despite it being our first time and needing some help with the menu.
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Courtney Smith
Gorgeous space (indoor and out) with yummy food. I got all sides since I’m plant based, and was able to request no dairy (cheese) for all of them. Our server was very friendly and our water glasses never reached half empty with the attentive and prompt refills. My only wish is that bread was included with entrees, but it is available for purchase. Everyone was really nice and we were glad they were open on the 4th of July
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Deborah Bourlon
Perfect place for a special occasion! And wine drinkers
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Clint Gengler
We came here for our 20th wedding anniversary and the experience was wonderful. My wife has food allergies so we emailed them our questions beforehand and they responded with the answers in only a few hours. The food was incredible. The wine our waitresses originally suggested had just sold out, but the sommelier came over with 2 other suggestions and the one we picked matched the evening perfectly. The staff was great. The atmosphere was cozy. All and all in was a perfect evening. Thank you.
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Stephanie H
Came here with friends and the risotto was amazing! The server was so friendly and fabulous as well! We also had delicious summer drinks. We sat outside and it was great. Inside is pretty crowded and would be difficult with a wheelchair or stroller.
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Liv Durica
Really the best experience at a restaurant I’ve ever had. Every bite of food blew me away and the service was amazing. My girlfriend and I came here for our anniversary and they even gave us some champagne to celebrate. We really felt taken care of. Definitely coming back!
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Sonia
Beautiful candlelit dinner with the family. We stayed at The Palmer Hotel and were thrilled that the restaurant was a walking distance from it. The ambiance was exquisite, food and service was on pointe! The only 2 negatives were 1. the fact that the restaurant did not have any bread…if we wanted a slice or two of bread with our meal, we had to buy another bread selection. 2. The bucatini was extremely undercooked….if the chef was aiming for al dente, they undershot! The tiramisu and all of the other entrees were well made and delicious!!
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ARI K PRODUCTION (Arian Khoroushi)
Lovely ambience and setting with low romantic candle lights next to the Cage Restaurant.
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Sharon Bao
Really lovely space to eat. They have a nice terrace as well. Food was good, but standard. I actually liked the appetizers more than main. Service was a little slow despite the restaurant being pretty empty.
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Leah K
Came for restaurant week lunch and loved it! Really cute vibe and great deal. I started with the onion soup which was delicious — cheese and bread were so good and was very heavy on the onions. For my main dish I got the mushroom tagliatelle which had really nice flavor and wasn’t heavy. Portions looked small but we’re actually filling.
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