Torchio Pasta Bar

“Torchio Pasta Bar was an amazing experience from start to finish.”

Torchio Pasta Bar was an amazing experience from start to finish. The Midnight Pasta was beautifully simple yet bursting with flavor. The wine pairing was spot-on, perfectly elevating the meal without overpowering it. Cozy atmosphere, attentive service, and a true appreciation for authentic Italian dining. Can’t wait to come back!

Jolene Morice

Sep 2025

“This place was absolutely fantastic!”

This place was absolutely fantastic!! Couldn’t not recommend this more - eggplant caprese, risotto and all things pasta were delicious. Cant wait to come back to Chicago to eat here again ❤️

Brenda Boucher

Sep 2025

“The 5 stars isn't enough.”

The 5 stars isn't enough. The food is absolutely ridiculous, it's so delicious and every bite gets better and better. The service, the food, the wine, everything. It's the best meal I've ever had. We got the meatballs, the pizza pasta, the truffle pasta, the tiramisu, and the lemon olive oil cake and again - never had food like this. Don't miss out

Nina Chahin

Aug 2025

“I celebrated my birthday solo at the bar, and I’m so glad I did.”

I celebrated my birthday solo at the bar, and I’m so glad I did! The staff were warm, friendly, and made me feel truly welcome. The truffle and fried burrata with freshly made fettuccine was absolutely to die for, and the home made lemon olive oil cake was the perfect finishing touch. I even had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Bill, whose hospitality made the experience even more special. I left Torchio with a full heart and a happy stomach. Definitely one of the highlights of my trip!

Tiffany Bartolome

Aug 2025

“One, if not, the best restaurant I’ve ever experienced.”

One, if not, the best restaurant I’ve ever experienced! The food was exceptional, you can tell every single menu item was perfectly crafted. What really stood out to me at Torchio, was the love and pride all of the staff showed throughout our evening! Bibi was incredible and made our dining experience wonderful. Billy, the owner, was very humble and welcoming. He even bought us a round of Guinness at Brehon Pub across the street to show us his gratitude! Will definitely come visit every time I’m back in the city. Thanks for showing us Texans an authentic Chicago evening!

Tony Rincon

Aug 2025

“Lovely casual place to grab a freshly made risotto and pasta.”

Lovely casual place to grab a freshly made risotto and pasta. Love the variations and the taste. Service is quick and welcoming.

Vladislava Kursheva

Jul 2025

“The best pasta in Chicago.”

The best pasta in Chicago. I love white sauce and seafood. The service here is excellent, the atmosphere is nice, and everything is clean. The pasta dishes cost around $30–$40 each, but the portions are very large.I’ve never been able to finish a whole plate. I recommend trying the pasta, meatballs, and Caesar salad

Peachy Chan

Jul 2025

“This is an incredible restaurant.”

This is an incredible restaurant. Went twice and was very happy both times. Top quality good food, excellent service (my water was never empty for more than 30 seconds), friendly staff, and a great atmosphere. Everything we had here was tasty but I'd especially recommend the Tomato Tartare appetizer, the Sunday Meat Sauce Pasta and the Pizza Pasta. Best served for small groups or a date. Although I had fun as a solo diner.

B F

Jun 2025

“This pasta bar is a hidden gem.”

This pasta bar is a hidden gem! First off, everything is homemade and cooked perfectly! Next, the owner started this in his retirement (went to Italy to learn technique, built the entire inside of the restaurant by hand, everything is immaculate). His wife does the desserts. The staff is so kind and attentive. Would not be surprised to see this restaurant get a Michelin Star in the near future. ✴️ Can’t wait to visit again the next time I’m in Chicago.

Brittney Patel

Jun 2025

“The best kept secret in Chicago.”

The best kept secret in Chicago! This restaurant is like the bar from “Cheers” — filled with locals and everyone knows each other. The atmosphere is so inviting, it genuinely feels like home — something that you can taste in the food. The arancini was perfectly fried with expertly cooked rice and I loved that the sauce was actually spicy. The Sunday Sauce pasta was lovely, rich and creamy. The Braised Short Rib was perfect. Sticky, beefy, slightly sweet chunks of pulled short rib laid over freshly made pasta that tasted like butternut squash. The lemon olive oil cake was the perfect acidic note to end the decadent meal on while the tiramisu was a great play on the traditional recipe that used cold brew to give it a stronger espresso taste. Torchio Pasta Bar is a one of a kind restaurant and one I cannot wait to revisit.

Gavin “GJM_reviews” Meichelbock

Jun 2025

“We joined for dinner on Saturday night.”

We joined for dinner on Saturday night. The restaurant was lively with great energy. We were seated right away and were greeted quickly by our server. The drinks and food were very good. Service was great, clearing plates and resetting the table between courses. We were sharing the server brought sharing plates without needing to be asked. The truffle baratta was very nice with great flavor and a nice sized portion. Both the pastas we had were also great. Both the sauces were perfect and the pasta was cooked perfectly.

JayBellPhilly

Jun 2025

“Awesome everything - food, service, atmosphere.”

Awesome everything - food, service, atmosphere. Everything tasted homemade and delicious. Server was outstanding - personable and knowledgeable. All the staff was great, we were seated promptly and my water was never empty for more than 20 seconds. The owner and bartenders were all happy and hustling around. Highly recommend! Tomato tartare is a must have.

Brad F

May 2025