RPM Italian

“Birthday dinner for a friend.”

Birthday dinner for a friend. I haven’t been to RPM since it opened in 2012. No reflection on the restaurant but Chicago has so many fantastic eateries! Anyway, I digress…upon entering, you learn quickly the restaurant is large with a lot of pockets to dine & entertain with friends/family of all sizes. The waiter was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and specials. It was Chicago Restaurant Week 2026, so the atmosphere was quite lively and at times, I could see they had people waiting for their tables (or maybe valet)! Appetizers: Meatballs, Bruscetta & traditional Garlic bread. All were good but the winner is the Bruscetta. It is a MUST TRY! Dinner: Restaurant choices were plentiful. My friends inhaled their food, so I can only assume it was great! I was able to taste the Roasted Striped Bass, which was very good! My dinner was the Spicy Dungeness Crab! It comes with Squid ink pasta and Fresno Chili. It was perfection! I will definitely come back soon for that meal. All in all…RPM is a great place to wine & dine with friends, family & whomever enjoys a good meal and a good time. Oh the drinks were good as well! My choice was the Prosecco Supernova (Prosecco & Passionfruit). It was very refreshing!

Kisha Johnson-Smith

Feb 2026

“First time dining in for my partners birthday, Axel was amazing and super attentive.”

First time dining in for my partners birthday, Axel was amazing and super attentive! Food was phenomenal! Will be back soon.

Mia Lewis

Feb 2026

“Beautiful restaurant, impeccable service, outstanding food.”

Beautiful restaurant, impeccable service, outstanding food. Perfect dinner.

Whitney Cochran

Jan 2026

“Had a great experience at RPM Italian.”

Had a great experience at RPM Italian. The chili garlic bread was absolutely amazing perfectly crisp, flavorful, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. The tiramisu was also excellent, very good quality with a rich, balanced flavor and not overly sweet. Overall, a wonderful dining experience and definitely worth a visit for Italian food lovers.

Nikita Tungar

Jan 2026

“RPM Italian- part of the Lettuce Entertain You group.”

RPM Italian- part of the Lettuce Entertain You group. Don’t forget to get your points! We had a reservation and walked right in and was seated. Staff is very friendly and professional. The perfect amount of service. We ordered the Rigatoni Ala Vodka and Bolognese. Both delicious. Would highly recommend. We also did the bread service. AMAZING! It was my birthday and truly everyone stopped by the table to offer their birthday wishes. Menu was customized with my name. We also got a fun little ice cream treat. Only critique is that The Traditional Martini and Espresso Martini weren’t great. I ended up also trying the Lemon Drop Martini and it was great. Such a great birthday dinner and a night to remember!! Shout out to the team for going above and beyond. We will of course be back!!

Ash Purcell

Jan 2026

“Excellent waiting staff, amazing food, ambiance was tremendous.”

Excellent waiting staff, amazing food, ambiance was tremendous. 10/10 recommend. Went for new years. Amazing

Jerry Backus

Jan 2026

“Absolutely loved our experience at RPM Italian.”

Absolutely loved our experience at RPM Italian! From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional—hostesses, bartenders, our server, and the sommelier were all outstanding. The level of coordination and professionalism across the team was truly impressive. We arrived early for our reservation and enjoyed cocktails at the bar, which ended up being a highlight of the evening. The bartenders were fantastic, crafting perfectly balanced martinis, and handled a rather intoxicated neighboring guest with remarkable grace and professionalism. We ended up lingering at the bar longer than planned, soaking in the ambiance and attentive service, before eventually being seated for dinner. Once at the table, our server was wonderful, and the sommelier truly stood out—professional, knowledgeable, and warm, creating an easy connection that elevated the entire experience (I regret not catching her name). The food was outstanding. We enjoyed the tableside tartare, a frito misto-style dish, and the lobster ravioli, which was absolutely divine. Overall, it was a flawless evening from start to finish. I can’t wait to return and explore the other RPM restaurants the next time I’m in Chicago.

Nancy Cavazos

Dec 2025

“This was the best birthday meal I’ve ever had.”

This was the best birthday meal I’ve ever had. I’m Gluten free and had the chicken parm and homemade gf noodles and wow! We shared the Cesar salad . My friend got the beef bolognese and loved that. 10/10 on everything! Our waitress Meg was outstanding and very personable, made me feel extra special on my birthday. They even customized the menu for my birthday… the music was so vibey, they have everything down to a t.

Maddie Heckendorf

Dec 2025

“It was my dream to meet Giuliana.”

It was my dream to meet Giuliana. So during our first trip to Chicago, I was surprised to meet her while having dinner at RPM Chicago. Nice food and service and met Giuliana and Bill in person as added bonus. For Italian food in Chicago try RPM.

Loty Marie Chua

Dec 2025

“I had an incredible dining experience at RPM Seafood thanks to Michael, who was truly an...”

I had an incredible dining experience at RPM Seafood thanks to Michael, who was truly an outstanding waiter from start to finish. His professionalism, attentiveness, and genuine care elevated the entire meal. Every plate and every drink he recommended was absolutely spot-on — beautifully presented, perfectly timed, and far exceeding expectations. Michael anticipated our needs before we even had to ask, ensuring the flow of the experience felt seamless and elevated. His knowledge of the menu, cocktails, and overall hospitality made this visit memorable. It’s rare to encounter service that enhances both the food and the overall ambiance, but Michael delivered exactly that. Highly recommend requesting Michael when dining at RPM Seafood. He embodies excellence and represents the restaurant at its very best.

Dr. Gabriel J Martinez-Diaz, MD

Dec 2025

“Ambiance, attentive wait staff in suit jackets, whipped ricotta with honey to die for.”

Ambiance, attentive wait staff in suit jackets, whipped ricotta with honey to die for! The meatball dish was amazing, my daughter got the rib tip pasta (and didn’t leave a single bite in the plate which NEVER happens!). Fabulous evening! Great place for special occasions! Don’t realize our last trip to Chicago, this gem was right across the street and we missed it! This trip we had to uber in about 25 minutes, but SO worth it!

Barbara Mendez

Dec 2025

“Fancy! Never had a meal where they give new silverware for each course. Drinks were strong and...”

Fancy! Never had a meal where they give new silverware for each course. Drinks were strong and tasty. Food was top notch.

Bryan Langworthy

Nov 2025