Donny G's Ristorante

“Truly a hidden gem.”

Truly a hidden gem! Stopped by for a quick dinner and some drinks while visiting the city and were amazed with how friendly the staff was! We were brought free appetizers and dessert out of the blue! And the homemade giant rigatoni pasta is some of the best vodka sauce i’ve ever had! Simply a must for if you are close.

Grant Murray

Oct 2025

“Attended Donny G's for an event.”

Attended Donny G's for an event. The staff was very friendly and the food was amazing!! Thank you for the great food, I'll definitely be back.

Frank Espinoza

Jun 2025

“Everything great, clams are only ok.”

Brett Johnson

Apr 2025

“Italian restaurant in Elmwood Park, that's been around for decades.”

Italian restaurant in Elmwood Park, that's been around for decades. Good food , nice ambience and good service! The Italian bread and dip( parmesan cheese mixed with olive oil and a little pepper flakes) are goooood! For appetizers I started with 1/2 dozen Baked Clams- Whole littleneck clams on the half shell, topped with seasoned breadcrumbs, fresh herbs, garlic, , they were on the smaller side which I assume maybe because they're not in season- they were ok, I'll pass on these next time & then I also ordered the Pasta Fagioli soup, which is Cannellini beans, small tubular pasta, and plum tomatoes in a light savory tomato broth with garlic and olive oil, very GOOD! You must try this !! Annnnnd I also ordered the Caprese Salad-thick sliced tomatoes, bocconcini cheese, and fresh basil drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar😋😋😋 You can never go wrong with a caprese salad and here it's very good too So for dinner I chose the Rigatoni pasta with crumbled spicy sausage, tomato, and marjoram in a creamy sauce topped with parmesan. And let me tell you, this was a winner for me! & my dinner partner ordered the Salmon Lemon Butter W/Spinach- Salmon fillet in a lemon butter sauce, served with sauted spinach.. omg this was SOOO good. A must to order it you like good Salmon !! To finish we ordered the in house made canoli- which was good too but the winner had to be the Lemon sorbet... nice and refreshning after a great meal! They just recently started opening for breakfast so I'll definately be coming back to try that out and give a review of that in the near future! Buon Appetito 🤌😋!!

Eric Palangana

Dec 2024

“One of the best in the neighborhood.”

One of the best in the neighborhood. Every dish had excellent flavor.

Joe Hobbs

Jun 2024

“Excellent food all around and everyone working there were all great.”

Excellent food all around and everyone working there were all great. The octopus was a stand-out but my deliciously simple Pasta, Peas and Prosciutto was exactly what I was hoping for! (pictured)

Rusty Gygax

Jun 2024

“Fabulous old school Italian joint.”

Fabulous old school Italian joint. Martinis were amazing, steamed clams and peas and pasta (not pictured) were perfect. Hospitality was top notch, and all guests were made to feel like family.

Lacey Mizell

Apr 2024

“If you're looking at a top notch Italian Restaurant at a decent price you will not be disappointed with Donny Gs.”

If you're looking at a top notch Italian Restaurant at a decent price you will not be disappointed with Donny Gs. A must try, excellent service, atmosphere and delicious food.

Rogelio Barrera

Mar 2024

“Delicious and authentic Italian food.”

Delicious and authentic Italian food. Everything was amazing from the fettuccine alfredo, minestrone soup, salad, down to the bread. Intentional and tastefully done. Friendly service!

Stephanie Garrow

Dec 2023

“Came for Simply Kathleen.”

Came for Simply Kathleen. Will be back for the Gimbotta. Excellent band tonight was the motivation to go. The food was excellent as well and the waitress was very helpful. This place was still hopping at 10 pm

Anders Stubkjaer

Apr 2023

“Brought from family here that were visiting from NY and they were very happy and pleased with the meal.”

Brought from family here that were visiting from NY and they were very happy and pleased with the meal. Definitely the best Italian food I have had in the Chicago area. Donny G’s has great prices, and a nice menu to choose from, and excellent service from the whole staff. I went with the grilled octopus, Shrimp scampi and pappardelle bolognese for dinner. Can’t wait to come back and try some more items.

Alexis Parrillo

Oct 2021

“Amazing food and service.”

Amazing food and service! Real Italian restaurant. I went with my friends, everyone was so happy with the choice of the restaurant!

Snizhana Yakhno

Sep 2021