Calo Ristorante
Stephanie Polakowski · 253 Google reviewsCalo Ristorante — high-caliber italian in Andersonville. Buzzy, energetic room where the crowd adds to it. The cocktail program is serious. Rye: "The tomato and bed of arugula were fresh too, and the portion was generous" [$$]
What 2,676 diners keep saying
What 2,676 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“I'm visiting from rural Michigan and this was a wonderful place to have dinner with my Chicago family!”
“The neighborhood has changed but then again the whole city has changed. The food is still good and huge portions. Good drinks and good service.”
“The food was amazing as always and the service and ambience are great. We started with the fig & prosciutto special and scampi de Jong and both were excellent. I had my favorite, linguine carbonara and it was as amazing as I remembered. My mom had the chicken parm and said it was the juiciest chicken she's ever had. Hubby had the Lake Superior white fish special and also loved it.”
“Classic Italian spot with great service and nice atmosphere. Parpadelle de funghi was amazing: the shrimp were very fresh and the mushrooms cooked to perfection. The Alfredo was solid with very tender chicken. Will definitely be back for their fried chicken night on a Monday.”
“I love this place. Huge selection of Italian specialties and great pizza. Even the choice of beer, wine 🍷 and liquor covers 2 pages. Great prices and service.”
“My favorite Italian restaurant! It’s everything, the food, drinks, service, energy 🫶 my friends and I had a great time and we’ll be back for sure. Special Thanks to Saqib!”
“THIS Restaurant has a very romantic atmosphere, experience to always remember. Dishes: calamari, creamy pasta with sausage and peas, soup, octopus, dessert tirimasu, Excellent quality foods. Service is perfect.”
“Great food and service. Since '63 when I was growing up in the neighborhood. Had a taste for the Linguini Frutti di Mare and it did not disappoint!! Great portions size. Friend had the Pollo Saltimbocca. And do not forget the fried calamari or drinks!!”
“Yummm 😋 I appreciate the quality of the food at this establishment. 6 of us dined in and we all loved the food. 5 starss ✨”
“Absolutely awesome food. Every time I come here it's like a reminder of how good it is and that I should come more often. The steaks are on par with a higher-end steakhouse and the Italian fare is made very well. The staff is always friendly and attentive. The prices are reasonable and set exactly in the sweet spot of you get what you pay for without going over. 10/10.”
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