Amano Bistro Chicago

“Chef Danny make best pasta ever 👌 Servers Jelica and Gaga were absolutely terrific 👌❤️.”

Senad Topluha

Feb 2026

“We had an absolutely cozy and romantic dinner here.”

We had an absolutely cozy and romantic dinner here. Service was exceptional and everyone was very welcoming and polite. NY strip steak was so juicy and delicious, as well as short rib ragu pasta.Everything was so so so good! Big shoutout to Ana and Jelica for taking care of us. Thank you Amano!

Dragana Jankovic

Jan 2026

“I will live in North Center in a few days so I decided to check out one of the restaurants close to my future home.”

I will live in North Center in a few days so I decided to check out one of the restaurants close to my future home. Amano Bistro was such a great discovery. The interior is not that big but very cozy. The ambiance was nice and people were not loud at all, unlike many others places. I loved that I could see the kitchen and was able to watch the chefs preparing the food. The glass window is a very nice touch. My waitress was welcoming and attentive to my needs from A to Z. Food was excellent, I had a free welcoming appetizer, the ragu pasta, a glass of red wine, a nutella tiramisu, and a café. I will definitely come back because I want my wife to also experience this top-notch restaurant :)

jerytor

Jan 2026

“Very cozy neighborhood favorite.”

Very cozy neighborhood favorite! The restaurant has a very pleasant atmosphere inside, and they also have a patio setup with a heated tent for the winter. The service was phenomenal - they provided recommendations and walked us through some of the menu staples, which vas very helpful. We really enjoyed the food. First, they brought homemade cornbread with feta cheese dip for the table, which we enjoyed. My favorite entree was the short rib pasta, but I'd also recommend the pork chop (which comes with some of the best homemade chips I've ever had). Overall a great experience and I'll be back!

Eduardo Guardia

Jan 2026

“I'll start this review by just telling you to go here.”

I'll start this review by just telling you to go here. If you're on the fence don't be. Everything about this place is amazing; the food, the service, the ambiance, pricing, portions... All great. We ordered specials, the arincini, lamb chops and pasta fruiti di mare. Every piece of seafood was cooked perfectly Calamari was tender not rubbery, which is a feat in itself but especially in pasta. The demi glace on the lamb was glossy and rich, the lamb itself was fresh, sweet and tender, no gamey lamb here. The wine list is phenomenal as well, some great bottles at very reasonable prices (the gruñon was amazing, punching way above its price point). Another point to make was everything we ordered was at the recommendation of our server (Jelica, ask for her!), and everything was great. Again, if you've made it this far, just go.

Daniel

Jan 2026

“Love love love this place!”

Love love love this place!! Come twice already and we are very satisfied with the food, service and the vibe. Just wonderful!!

Shelly Wu

Jan 2026

“I never feel compelled to leave restaurant reviews but I love this restaurant so much I just have to.”

I never feel compelled to leave restaurant reviews but I love this restaurant so much I just have to. My fiancé and I have dined here I’d guess almost 10 times since opening; our first visit was on the second or third day after opening. The experience is wonderful: the inside is cozy and intimate, and the patio is excellent year round. The staff is very friendly and attentive as well. I love the food here. I fell in love with the Pork Chop Athena the first time I went and I’ve ordered it almost every time. The serving is massive and the potatoes are the perfect complimentary side. I’ve also ordered the Veal Scallopini which I loved and would definitely order again. My fiancé has tried most of the pastas: his favorites are the Fettuccine Gorgonzola (the pine nuts add a fabulous sweet flavor) and the irresistible Short Rib Ragu. The Fritto Misto is a must have starter if you enjoy seafood, it instantly transports me back to Italy. Although I don’t personally enjoy Bruschetta, from what my brother and fiancé told me, it’s wonderful as well. This restaurant is the perfect place to go for any occasion. We’ve been for anniversaries, birthday dinners, or just because. When showing our family and friends North Center, this is where we take them, and so far none of them have been disappointed. The best part is the cost of dining here is much cheaper than you’d expect for a restaurant with a similar menu and atmosphere. If I could give Amano 6 stars I would!

Cabel Smith

Nov 2025

“Absolutely amazing experience!Service was great and the food was excellent.”

Absolutely amazing experience!Service was great and the food was excellent. Looking forward to check out the brunch.

Darko Nikolovski

Sep 2025

“The atmosphere was great and relaxed.”

The atmosphere was great and relaxed. We felt very welcome. We came all the way from Europe and we wanted do go to a cozy and pleasant restaurant. The scallops were so flavorful and the portion was perfect. Pork chop was perfectly cooked and so juicy, and the chips on the side were delicious. The prices were very fair for the portion size.

Miljan Andjelic

Sep 2025

“I usually don’t leave reviews—I’m more of a “devour in silence and let the food seduce my soul” kind of person.”

I usually don’t leave reviews—I’m more of a “devour in silence and let the food seduce my soul” kind of person. But Amano? Oh no, this place demands to be shouted about. If I weren’t already married, I’d be on one knee proposing to the chef right now. 💍👨‍🍳 Let’s start with the 18-day aged ribeye—so tender I’m pretty sure it apologized for making me use a knife. The gravy? Completely unnecessary, yet I still drowned my steak in it because it tasted like liquid heaven, personally approved by the food gods. Then there's the bruschetta. I have no doubt there’s a Nonna hidden in the kitchen, gently whispering sweet Italian nothings to those cherry tomatoes while pouring her heart into the balsamico. As for the freshly baked cheesecake—I won’t even attempt to describe it because perfection defies words. And the staff? So warm and welcoming, I half expected them to tuck me in and read me a bedtime story after dessert. Amano, you’ve officially ruined all other meals for me. I’ll be back. Probably tomorrow. Don’t judge. 🍽️🔥

Alex Sardi

Mar 2025

“I had an incredible dining experience at this charming Italian restaurant.”

I had an incredible dining experience at this charming Italian restaurant! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm hospitality by Nikola and Nemanja. The menu offered a fantastic selection of classic Italian dishes, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious.The staff ( Peter and Jelica) were attentive and knowledgeable. If you’re looking for authentic Italian cuisine in a welcoming setting, this place is a must-visit

Aleksandra Mihajlovic

Dec 2024

“This was a very small restaurant.”

This was a very small restaurant. The only drawback from our experience was the seating location for our party. We were seated next to the server entrance for the patio seating. It was very busy for them and the door kept being left open cause cold air to hit our table. I thought the food was very good and the plating was beautiful. The appetizers of Bruschetta were delicious!

robert sharp

Oct 2024