Il Vicolo Trattoria
Aleks Ruso · 435 Google reviewsIl Vicolo Trattoria — honest italian in Oak Park. Romantic without trying too hard. Nothing here has been watered down. Fast service. Elon Van Rhein (Elonvr): "The service was great and overall it was an incredible restaurant" [patio]
What 813 diners keep saying
What 813 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Great authentic food, great service and a nice atmosphere. Always very helpful friendly and catering to your needs. Don’t change Il Vicolo Trattoria!”
“The food was so delicious. We got the hot honey pepperoni pizza and rigatoni bolognese. Definitely will be coming back.”
“Five stars is an insult to this establishment, as I would give them 10 if possible! Every aspect of the night was perfect! We'll be back soon.”
“My time at Il Vicolo Trattoria was excellent! It only took a couple of minutes to find a table at 5 PM on a weekday, and the wait staff was friendly, attentive, and answered all my questions. Warm bread and water came quickly, and the food was worth the 15 minute wait. For the appetizer, I had a green salad, which was very fresh, and for the entree the spaghetti con vogole (with clams); it was cooked just right and seasoned well. I had the pistachio gelato for dessert, creamy and delicious. A very good way to end the dinner. Overall, I can’t say enough about this restaurant. It exceeded my expectations!”
“incredible food, our server was fantastic. A romantic spot with amazing delicious food. We ordered mussels and a caprase salad. Both fresh and very delicious. Wife had the short rib and I had the chicken parmigiana.”
“Great Italian place in Oak Park, from the food to the service, and the beautiful outdoor patio. Even on a 95 degree summer day it was shady and quiet with not much noise from the street. They make an excellent espresso martini 🍸”
“The ambience there was by fire one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been to parking was good. There was a parking garage right behind there. I had the chicken Ramon sauce was a little funky. It was a very thin chicken breast. It was a little overcooked it was lunch portion was appropriate. They do have really good olive oil with cheese and salt and pepper for fresh bread. I’d like to give it another try and see if I enjoy myself.”
“If you like Mediterranean cuisine, this is the perfect place. The Albanian chef was very friendly and every dish from him tasted delicious.”
“The food was amazing! Mozzarella cheese on the Margherita pizza was FRESH. Yum. The Cavatelli is also bangin'!”
“Excellent food and atmosphere. Our waiter Jack was superb. Would highly recommend, planning on returning on out next visit.”
“I usually never write reviews but I wanted to come in here and give this restaurant its credit due. Food, atmosphere and staff were outstanding. Such friendly and respectful staff. I came in on Mother’s Day without reservation and was afraid I was going to get turned down but that was not the case, the hostesses accommodated my table and were able to squeeze me in such busy day! Would definitely come again and recommend this place.”
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