Raffi's Locale

“Very quiet on a Tuesday night but they seem to do a decent amount of take out.”

Very quiet on a Tuesday night but they seem to do a decent amount of take out. I came here for dinner with my Mom and sister. Next door is a convenience store where I grabbed a cold bottle of Sauvignon Blanc to share since it is BYOB. Although I enjoy a good martini this kept everything cost effective. We had the chicken vesuvio, stuffed gnocchi and chicken francesse. For an appetizer we had the sautéed calamari in lemon butter sauce. Portions are huge and very shareable. I would definitely return to try other items! Very friendly service from the owner and waitress Sofia!

Estelle Strantz

Apr 2025

“Has been one of the best BYOBS I've visited.”

Has been one of the best BYOBS I've visited. The food was delicious and high in flavor. One thing is that's it's a great place for date nights

Juan Jose Quiroz

Mar 2025

“Great little Italian restaurant that has incredible fresh fish dishes.”

Great little Italian restaurant that has incredible fresh fish dishes. Grab a bottle of wine and stop in for a great meal!

Nick Pecora

Feb 2025

“We went during their anniversary celebration.”

We went during their anniversary celebration. What a deal! $35 per person for unlimited samplings of all (most) of their food. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. We are planning another visit. It is BYOB. Highly recommend!

Mary Morrison

Feb 2025

“Visiting Chicago, and I found this amazing lovely and so cozy restaurant.”

Visiting Chicago, and I found this amazing lovely and so cozy restaurant. The food is so delicious, the environment so amazing. Thank you for the experience Raffi.

Karla G

Jul 2024

“I’ve gone twice now and both times I had to have the stuffed gnocchi.”

I’ve gone twice now and both times I had to have the stuffed gnocchi. It melts in your mouth and the sauce is so flavorful. My partner has tried two different dishes: spaghetti and meatballs and the chicken francese. Both absolutely delicious. The meatballs were so juicy and flavorful. It’s very convenient being byob as well! The food, service and atmosphere are all impeccable. I can’t wait to go back.

Erin Rooney

Sep 2023

“Dined last night with my Mom and Son as we have been wanting to go here for some time.”

Dined last night with my Mom and Son as we have been wanting to go here for some time. Started our meal with warm, crusty Italian bread with infused garlic olive oil on table with cheese. House salad was served in cold bowl, very hearty with homemade Italian dressing. Minestrone soup could have been served a bit warmer. Two of us ordered the Sea Bass over angle hair pasta which melted in your mouth. My son had the veal with mushrooms, equally as delicious and tender. Would have enjoyed some soft music playing in the background.

Peggy Kennedy

Aug 2023

“Fantastic little find.”

Fantastic little find. Although the sign is hard to read at night..the interior looks quite modern. It seems to be a favorite of the locals as I heard many tables chatting with each other their hellos and sweet conversations with the servers. We had the stuffed artichoke, tomato basil soup, Linguine con Vongle in white sauce and the Lasagna… Absolutely delicious 😋. Although they do not have a liquor license, they are happy to put it in wine glasses for you.

Julias Bento

Dec 2022

“The food was fresh and flavorful.”

The food was fresh and flavorful. The portions were very generous. I cannot say enough about the service. We were lucky enough to have the bananas foster and hands down it was the best I've ever had. My husband and I will definitely be back.

Evelyn R

Dec 2022

“Excellent food and service from this experienced team (Basillico's).”

Excellent food and service from this experienced team (Basillico's). Pleasant ambiance. BYOB for now. Take advantage.

Cliff Kubek

Sep 2022

“Hidden gem. Open since February. Owner greets you at the door ! The bread was warm from the oven...”

Hidden gem. Open since February. Owner greets you at the door ! The bread was warm from the oven and the house italian tasted homemade, (maybe shallots in the dressing made it sweet and savory?). Perfectly Al dente pasta In the Frutti di Mare. The Calamari was tender and the shrimp, sweet. Service was attentive, kind, and timely . Cute unassuming local joint. BYOB.

Josephine Boggs

Jun 2022

“Everything was delicious and the owner is so friendly and generous.”

Everything was delicious and the owner is so friendly and generous. Definitely will be coming back

Katie F

Jun 2022