Segnatore

I do not want to be dramatic, but Segnatore offered one of the greatest all around dining experiences of my 26 on this earth. I posit this experience will remain in the upper echelon for the rest of my days.Normally, I begin with food, but today I need to start with the hospitality. We walked in about 10:30 on a Sunday morning to a vacant restaurant. A bit uneasy, we take our seats. The host calls us beautiful humans, and Al greets us with water and a brief over view of the menu. Energetic, authentic, and attentive Al was eager to make sure we had the best experience possible. We were celebrating an anniversary and being the only 2 inside it felt insanely special. Al got us some cherry bellinis and paced our meal perfectly. The interior is simple, rustic, and beautiful. Well curated, designed, and implemented. The meal? To be honest, one of the best I have ever had. The burrata was great. Paired with the homemade sourdough it was perfect. The sourdough was warm, with crispy edges. The burrata was awesome, the only thing it is missing? A sprinkle of flaky salt and cracked pepper.The biscuit was one of the best I have ever had. Crispy, buttery edges made it melt in your mouth. It was layered, but also crumbly. A slight sweetness balanced with a bit of salt. The strawberry jam was insane. Sweet, slightly chunky. Just a masterpiece.Now, the carbonara--indubitably--was the best I have ever had. This carbonara has a few key details that make it stand out. First: the pancetta is not over cooked. It was still fatty, chewy, and salty. Superb. Next, the beans added a whole new dimension. Some extra crispiness and freshness. A solid new riff on carbonara. Lastly, the egg yolk and pecorino were perfectly mixed. Thick, with the pecorino adding a slight grittiness as it was not completely melted. Perfectly executed. It was creamy, salty, rich, and just superb. I loved every single aspect of this meal. The care given to us, the quality of the food, and the ambience.The staff even gave us an anniversary card. We may be from St. Louis, but Segnatore will be a must visit every time I find myself in chicago moving forward. Divine, beautiful, perfect.To the fine folks at Segnatore: thank you. An experience I won't ever forget, and I cannot wait to get back!

At this point, my husband and I have been to hundreds of restaurants in Chicago but there is a reason Segnatore has been our go to for birthdays, anniversaries and even the day after our wedding. It's the ambiance - curated but not pretentious or stuffy.It's the food - hands-down delicious and inventive. Our go to order is the meatballs and the incredible Leek Gramigna. It's the service - welcoming and consistent.I've never had a bad time at Segnatore and if the Leek Gramigna was one of the last things I ever ate, I'd be a happy woman.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Segnatore, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The ambiance was warm and inviting, creating the perfect setting for a memorable meal.We started with the meatballs, which were tender, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. Each bite was a delightful blend of spices and herbs. The risotto was creamy and rich, cooked to perfection with a wonderful balance of flavors.The steak was cooked exactly as ordered and was incredibly juicy and flavorful. It was accompanied by a side that complemented it perfectly. The fried chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, a true comfort food done right.The Branzino was a highlight of the meal, with its delicate, flaky texture and exquisite seasoning. It was a true testament to the chef's skill and attention to detail.To top it all off, the Old Fashioned was expertly crafted, providing the perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness. It was the ideal accompaniment to our meal.Overall, Segnatore exceeded all our expectations. The service was impeccable, the food was outstanding, and the overall experience was unforgettable. We can't wait to return and explore more of the menu!THANK YOU!

Best restaurant I have been to in Chicago. This place is absolutely amazing. From the ambiance to the service to the incredible food. We were a big party so we got to sample plenty of it, everything was a showstopper but I think I loved the lasagna the most. I also loved the cheese in the meatball. The service was impeccable and the meal was even better. I need to come back next time I'm in town.

3/4 empty told us we couldn't come in, probably because we had small children.She was rude.

Good spot! Cute interior. Slightly clumsy/awkward service. We came during happy hour and drank cocktails off that menu- our drinks were good but nothing groundbreaking. We were choosing between a happy hour app and the rosemary fries and the server recommended the fries- they were good, standard. My wife loved the cacio e Pepe arancini! I ordered the freestyle lasagna and the flavors were good but the sauce to noodle ratio felt off to me- would've liked slightly more pasta. Reading reviews and looking at photos from other diners, it doesn't appear they change up the menu much, which is a shame because I feel like I've ordered most of what I'm interested in trying off this one. If they change it up I'd love to try again!

We had the pleasure of visiting Segnatore last week and had a fantastic experience overall. The service was exceptional, receiving a solid five stars. From the moment we arrived for our reservation, we were promptly seated, and the staff was attentive throughout our meal.The ambiance at Segnatore also deserves a perfect rating of five stars. The atmosphere was lively and inviting, adding to the overall enjoyment of our dining experience. The restaurant had a welcoming and vibrant vibe that made the evening memorable.Next, food and drinks!! Segnatore boasts an impressive collection of Italian white wines, and we were delighted by their crisp and mineral flavors. The cocktail menu was creative, offering unique and enticing options. The cocktails we ordered were well-crafted and I would recommend exploring the cocktails menu.Moving on to the food, there were a few highlights but also some room for improvement. The smoked olives were a delightful appetizer that left us craving for more. However, when it came to the pasta dishes we ordered, they fell slightly short of our expectations. While they were decent, they didn't quite reach the level of excellence we had hoped for.Despite this minor setback in the food department, I would still highly recommend paying a visit to Segnatore. The outstanding service, lively ambiance, and overall experience make it a worthwhile dining destination.

We had reservations for a party of six around 7 PM on a Tuesday. We were seated immediately, and I loved the vibe of the place from the moment that I walked in. The host is extremely friendly and the interior is super aesthetic.We ordered a bunch of really great dishes. I feel like you honestly cannot go wrong. I personally got the leek pasta... Oh my God. Phenomenal! This is a super low-key place, but I would recommend it to anyone heading to this part of Chicago

The ambiance of this place is absolutely beautiful. But the service and food didn't live up to that expectation. Selected this place because of restaurant week and the menu on the site. Which was incorrect. So the item that got the best reviews was the solo item that they took off.I ordered the Aracini / Meatball / FreeStyle Lasagna / Italian Sausage.The best item was the arancini ball. The meatball was sufficient and the sauce kept it afloat. freestyle lasagna could be a show stopper but it felt lacking. The Italian sausage was entirely too spicy for me and I couldn't eat it. Service was poor and it felt rushed. To send a plate back and no one see what was wrong or see what the issue was, felt lacking. I understand the hype, just don't believe this was the best Italian spot for me.

Was looking forward to eating here with our group. We are a pretty young and energetic group and were taken aback by the high pitched crowd noise here...combined with their non-descript music that feels like dorm music‍ Almost unbearable.A very small limited menu of underwhelming overpriced noodles and few generic salty meat dishes. $27.00 for these sloppy noodles?