Karen B.

The atmosphere here was great! It was quiet and cozy. The service was fast and friendly. Our server knew the menu very well and was able to answer all of our questions. The food was just ok. The bread came with a mascarpone spread that was an odd flavor and texture. It was grainy and had a bitter aftertaste. The bread itself was warm and delicious. I had the farfalle. It was all right, but for the cost I could have gotten better elsewhere. I also had the beef carpaccio, and it was perfect. We had profiteroles for dessert. The pastry is house made, but it was a bit stale and hard to eat. The gelato inside was excellent.

Comensal A.

On this visit, Trattoria #10 was as good as I've experienced it. The food was very good, the ambiance just right (romantically lit but not too dark, unobtrusive music), and the service cordial & engaging. To start with, a baby red romaine salad with roast peaches and marcona almonds was a delight. My companion's grilled scallops were perhaps the best I've tasted -- cooked just right, no grit. My farfalle with duck confit was everything I hoped it would be, rich & flavorful. An apple crostata with walnuts, raisins and cranberries made for a lovely finish to the meal. It was good to see #10 back on its good game. I'll look forward to returning...

AV G.

Professional. You don't stay in business downtown for over 20 years unless you have it going on. Went on a Saturday night with some out of town guests who wanted Pre-theater dinner ahead of the Goodman. Place serves excellent super-rich Restaurant food. Pricy, but good. For a starter, i had Spinach and Ricotta Gnudi,(whatever that is). -- one of the best dishes I have ever eaten anywhere $14--this is plenty for an entree as well. Deserts are excellent. Someone ordered a bottle of 2013 ChiantI--(i suppose DOCG) and it was $48--this is at most a $10 bottle at the store. Nice service. Place is spacious--it was full of tourists --overall good job

Julia J.

I visited Trattoria with my mom and sister before going to see Jersey Boys nearby. It was a delicious meal. We started with calamari and the beef carpaccio, which were both very good- so much so that I remember this several years later. I don't remember what my mom and sister ate. I think they were just ok, but I had the ravioli with asparagus and it was delicious. I don't get down to this part of town often, but I would go back for a special occasion. It is somewhat dark in the restaurant, so I agree with other reviews that is a better winter spot than wasting a beautiful evening in a dark restaurant.

Chia-lun L.

It's a fine restaurant with nice ambiance. Asparagus ravioli tastes a bit strong but it's still good to share; Chicken pappardelle is very delicious with great amount; Tiramisu is traditional style without much alcohol. Overall, everything is fine, but nothing surprise me.

Newcomel E.

We ate there before going to a show and this was a great location. The valet allows you to keep your car parked until the show ends. Very attentive service and good food. The mussels appetizer was a standout. The shrimp ravioli and spicy sausage pasta was very good and a decent portion size. We even loved the white bean spread used on the bread. Wine and beer selection is okay but the prices a little high. Would go back and recommend!

Patrick W.

Risotto was good. Server argued with me about wine, but he was very wrong. Whatever. In a basement. Kinda fun.

Rachel B.

This is my go-to lunch place when I have clients that I want to impress. It's never super crowded, and even when the lunch rush hits, the tables are far enough apart that you can speak at a normal decibel and not pretend to hear what your dining mate just said. The soups are always delicious and their handmade spicy sausage ravioli is perfection. Be advised the butternut/acorn squash ravioli is very sweet, and the beet ravioli appetizer is not in fact ravioli- it's a salad. Wild mushroom crostini appetizer is a must-order, either to share or as a meal.

Mike S.

The meal I had here was a 10-10. Service was perfect. I had the Lobster Ravioli and it was out of this world. The wedge salad had a very nice presentation. And the calamari was a different twist to the Norma fried stuff you get at many restaurants , this was a tomato based appetizer that hit the spot. Highly recommend

John D.

My girlfriend had made a reservation at Trattoria No 10 because she saw the review on Check Please and thought it looked romantic. This place is a gem! The food and service was fantastic. We started out with the cheese plate and a glass of wine our server recommended to us. We shared a lobster ravioli which was spot on and full of delicious claw meat. For our main entree's my girlfriend had the mahi mahi which was incredibly fresh and I had the lamb rack. The lamb was amazing, cooked to perfection and up there in best lamb racks ever.

Mary Ann C.

This place is fantastic! I have been coming here for years, and always for lunch. Last night, I had a birthday certificate that I used to enjoy a lovely meal with my mom. The server was friendly and not pushy. The atmosphere was relaxing and enjoyable. After sampling most of the pastas on the menu in the past, I decided to try something new- a fish. The server went into great detail about the fluke, and it was just as amazing as he described. My mother loved my favorite item on the menu-butternut squash ravioli. They make the ravioli in house, and it makes a huge difference (fresh, tasty). This is a gem in the Loop.

Justin M.

Beer selection from microbrews here and abroad was amazing. I am usually unimpressed by italian restaurants, but this was a pleasant surprise. Selection and attention to detail and pleasantly informed servers set this place apart. Missing a star because of location, in a basement. In such a nice part of town, a view would be nice.

E L.

The best ravioli in Chicago. This is a great place to go before a show. The atmosphere is romantic and it is great for a date. Also close to city hall; we went here after getting married and it was wonderful! In addition to fresh pasta, the starters (soups and salads) are great. I have never had the meat or fish (pasta is too good to order anything else), but my father always gets meat here and loves it.

Jana E.

We ate here for our pasta meal before the Rock N Roll Half marathon in 2014. It is a funny place to duck into ... heading down the stairs to the basement. It reminded me of many NYC restaurants, but BIGGER! This place can really pack people in, but you don't feel crowded. We ate early, with the theatre crowd. Service was terrific, food was a win. I'd go back for another pre-race meal!

Michael S.

The dining room at Trattoria is beautiful and looks quite upscale. I went here for lunch and the place was filled with people in suits on what looked like business meals. The service was quick such that it is reasonable to get in and out in about an hour during the work day. I had the butternut squash ravioli and it was delicious. Only reason I did not give 5 stars is it was expensive. With a tip, the total for just the pasta was around $25. Overall, if you are trying to impress, want great Italian food, and do not mind the price, then definitely make a trip to Trattoria.

Azhar S.

A very pleasant place with very good food. Came here for dinner and was very pleased with the kindness and curteousness from the wait staff. The area was very clean and the decor was very nice. The food itself was excellent. We started off with a fresh homemade mushroom soup, fresh bread and butter, then we had our main course which were the ravioli which were absolutely delicous. We ended the meal with a chocolate mousse cake and coffee. It was all worth it and the price wasn't too bad for an occasional dinner.

Abhinav S.

Ordered the ravioli, pasta and drinks. Drinks were awesome. Do get "The Tiki". Shout out to the bartener.. this thing was epic Portions...dear god... so less. I understand that it's a fine dining place, but whoa, they give you some seriously LOWWWWWWW portion. 7 finger sized raviolis for 25 bucks for so. Plus it's quite salty. Did I mention that the quantities are ant sized already? Wasn't impressed with the bread as well. It was hard, cold and dry. Skip this place and try another fine dining place around this area. But.... if you want to go out on a date somewhere, then this place would be great, since the atmosphere is perfect for that.

Andrew L.

Look, I mean, the food tasted great. I had this wild mushroom crostini (I love hunting mushrooms, so I had to get it), and it was creamy and delicious and flavorful. But shoot man, you gotta have money to eat here. I was here for work and didn't have to pay for my meal, so that was nice. I mean, $12.00 for a salad that's about the size of a little saucer? $15-25 for some of the dishes (I think my dish was around 16 or so dollars)? And then $30.00+ for the main entrees? You aren't getting a gigantic portion. That said, some may say it's all quality over quantity, and I get that. Again, that mushroom thing tasted fantastic. ...But I also think it wasn't anything mind-bogglingly special, and that you can get lots of great dishes at restaurants that are much cheaper. Service was nice, as they put up with our large group while it was busy. And honestly, if they hadn't been nice, I would have understood, because I can imagine it gets hectic in a restaurant like that. Workers are cool. The meal came with some bread - cut up pieces of french bread and some sort of spread. It was a'ight. The irony is that my boss later commented that he thought it was quite economical. Glad he paid. Overall: Really pricey, food is pretty great, but nothing really blew me out of the water - I've been to much more affordable places with dishes that fascinated and thrilled me. But that's just me. Good service.

Jody B.

Hubby and I went here twice. Both times before a Goodman play. It's very convenient to all the theaters in the loop. They also have a very nice loyalty program. I signed up the first time we went, and got a $10 certificate. I also got a $40 "gift" for a birthday meal. Sweet deal! Hubby and I both loved our entrees the second time. He had the pork tenderloin, and I had the salmon. Both were nice and flavorful and moist as well. We both had the minestrone soup. It was very good and came with a crisp grilled slice of french bread. They also gave me a birthday dessert. It was tiramisu with a chocolate covered strawberry. I don't like tiramisu, but for those of you that do, it was a good rendition. I took a bite and ate the strawberry. The first time we went, I had the polenta appetizer and grilled calamari salad for my meal. Hubby had a pasta. The polenta was excellent. The calamari salad had small rings that just didn't seem substantial enough. It wasn't a bad dish, but I think they have so many good items that I will not get it again. Hubby thought his pasta was good that night too. We also shared the cheese plate. It was good. You can see pics of all of these. It's not a new flashy happenin" spot... but come here for a great predictable meal before or after a show. You won't be disappointed.

Jenna C.

Can a place be cavernous and cozy at the same time? I felt like Trattoria No. 10 was, walking down a curving stairway into an expansive dining room with a long wooden bar, archways, and a warm atmosphere. We came for lunch during restaurant week, so it was busy. Understandably, our waiter seemed tired and aloof. But the water guy! Man, was he on his game! Seriously... he deserves a promotion or something. On to the food - I did enjoy the salad with goat cheese and candied walnuts. I will resonate most other reviews on the butternut squash ravioli and say it was very good indeed. But not the best I've had. We both ordered the chocolate cake and agreed it was dry - though the chocolate writing "CRW" was a cute touch. Overall, we agreed nothing to write home about but still a good experience. Glad we tried it!

Rose K.

Trattoria No. 10 has been on my list of restaurants to visit for a while as it popped up on my search of restaurants that had squid ink pasta on their menu. My guess is that their menu is seasonal because they weren't serving it on my visit. Food was good but a bit salty to our taste and portions were small so we were able to try a few things off the menu without worrying about leftovers. Overall great experience! Baby kale caesar salad - highly recommended by a table neighbor. it was good but a bit salty Maine lobster risotto - delicious, rich and creamy Linguini pasta - pasta cooked to perfection, creamy and flavorful with a kick of spiciness but a bit salty Grass-fed new york strip steak - again a bit salty. sides were delicious

Shannen H.

The best butternut squash ravioli I have ever had.

Ana R.

First things come first: Trattoria has a great fine wine selection. My choice for tonight's dinner was the Montepulciano (my favorite Italian) which had great body, flavor and finishing. I also really enjoyed the warm bread served with white beans and mascarpone pate (it's not hummus!). The menu offers small plate or entree size options, which was great since I wanted to try more than one dish. I placed one order of asparagus ravioli and one of lobster risotto (both small plate size). Raviolis were amazing. The dish tasted homemade, clearly made with fresh ingredients and looked great! The risotto was very flavorful. As a northeastern I know what Maine lobsters taste like and everything was cooked to perfection. Bonus points to the Parmesan crust. The lemon mascarpone panna cotta was the perfect delight to end my lovely solo dinner at Trattoria. Service was excellent and I even had the chance to chat with the chef! I am looking forward to come back next time I'm in Chicago.

Yvonne Y.

Great place for a business lunch. Excellent service from the staff as they are unobtrusive and allows you to have your business done while enjoying a well cooked meal. Lobster risotto and the butternut squash ravioli looked delicious. Had the monkfish and it was prepared well.

Daniel G.

I came downtown today to view the Blackhawks Victory Parade. To escape the Maddening Crowd, I descended into one of my sophisticated hideaways, Trattoria No. 10. (10 North Dearborn). I've been coming here for years and was not disappointed. With the waiter's help, I chose the shell crab with baby kale salad, caper raisin agrodolce and spicy aioli. Mmm good. Then I had a cup of superb minestrone soup. This restaurant is a Green Seal and Guaranteed Green restaurant which serves meat without antibiotics and is hormone free. It has a very extensive wine, beer and liquor menu. My waiter/bartender Jon was helpful and very professional. Ritorno presto alla mia trattoria favorita a Chicago.

Bo Y.

Tried their baby pumpkin appetizer - very tasty. Other food are good too. Service is great.

Lee L.

CHICAGO, IL: Trattoria No. 10 was a delight to attend. Located in a cool basement away from the humidity, the upscale dining area was quiet and classy, with handsome waitstaff. We were treated to a menu with many items that looked delicious. I had two menu items, see reviews below: Beet "Ravioli" Antipasti: (4 stars) This dish was playfully served and very good. The "ravioli" are really large, thin slices of red and yellow beets with goat cheese in the middle. Like six beet/goat cheese sandwiches. Day Boat Scallops: (4 stars-$32) These scallops were a mixed bag: the scallops themselves were five-star. They were perhaps the most moist and succulent scallops I've had; juicy, marinated, yet plenty firm, they were awesome. The rest of the plate was 2-star: overly acidic salad greens without much to them paired with five baked potato wedges that were devoid of flavor. If they had been seasoned and served with some ketchup they would have made average potato wedges, but as they were they were just lousy. A few bites were all I could muster.

Joanna T.

Trattoria 10 is a nice oasis in a sea of lackluster Theater District restaurants. Located in the basement of an office building (elevator available for ADA access) the atmosphere is a little old-school. It could probably use a bit of a refresh but it's still rather nice. Make a reservation - Trattoria 10 is very popular pre-show. I started with roasted polenta - rich and delicious. The texture of the polenta was wonderful - not heavy or cakey at all. The Mister had a wedge salad which came with tasty Gorgonzola and crispy prosciutto. Trattoria 10 specializes in ravioli which they make in house - you can get a full or half portion (same thing on pastas) making it great for a lighter meal. I went for the spicy Italian sausage version and loved it. Unlike most places, Trattoria 10 doesn't drown ravioli in sauce - my dish had dollops on top of each individual ravioli which was then garnished with generous shavings of Parmesan. It really was spicy too - definitely would order this again. My husband went with the scallops and he said they were perfectly cooked. Presentation was lovely - they were served with a mixture of orzo and julienned vegetables. The wine list isn't huge (maybe 15-20 bottles of red and white) but its accessable and the prices aren't too terrible. Service was helpful, genuinely friendly and on top of any needs we had. If you're in the area this is definitely worth trying out.

Samantha H.

My sister and I were looking for a new spot to try pre-theater. When you walk into this place, it's a bit confusing as you have to go downstairs and even then, I wasn't exactly sure where to go. The decor is what you would expect from a theater location, nothing fancy but adequate. The service was average, as was the entire experience. Overall a solid spot to put into your pre-theater dining rotation. Nothing blew me away but I'd go back. We started with a cheese plate, which was the standout of the night. They pair each cheese with a type of compliment and I thought these worked well together. People rave about the ravioli and I just thought it was okay. Kudos for the large amount of lobster in there but the pasta itself didn't taste freshly made. I know they say it is but to me it just didn't come through. I thought the portion sizes were perfect though. My sister got the polenta and she enjoyed it. I think next time I would stay away from the ravioli and try something else.

Sid B.

We went with a large group. The wine selection was good with above average appetizers. The best salad was awesome for veg friends. I was very disappointed with the entree. Could have used some more flavor but rather it was salty. Don't recommend this place for veg folks.

Shane R.

The food really wasn't that good. I can't believe this place got the higher rating from so many people. It was very bland. The one saving grace is that the service was excellent. The gelato is pretty good as well. However, the app nor main course were that good.

Kelli M.

I came here on a Friday night before seeing a play at the Bank of America theater, it's just a couple blocks away. I recommend reservations and let the staff know you're seeing a show- they timed our meal perfectly. First we had the potato leek soup and arugula salad. Both amazing. I thought mozzarella with apples in a salad wouldn't go, but it's just a few tiny pieces and trust me...they do. Then we ordered the ravioli. You have to get this because it's what their known for and this is the best ravioli I've ever had. If you randomly asked me what my favorite food was I would say ravioli so I've tried it at many different places. By far this is the best. I had the ravioli with asparagus and that was really creamy. I preferred the butternut squash ravioli, the inside was so sweet and the ravioli literally melted in your mouth. All dishes you can order full or half sizes we did half and shared everything to try more. Steak was great and they allowed us to share with two different cooking styles. The waitress was very accommodating. They have grass fed beef and use local farms. Definitely great Italian restaurant- I would recommend it and make sure to end with the tiramisu.

Dan P.

Liked the food and service was good. Went before a play at Goodman Theater and was done in plenty of time. The wife had sausage ravioli. I ordered pesto risotto. Both were good. The wife ordered the tiramisu and said "it was fluffy and bitter." Apparently that is good for tiramisu. It was somewhat disappointing that the wife ordered a $12 glass of white wine and the glass was about 1/4 full. We saw other people getting wine glasses that were appropriately filled. There were two other minor problems: no plates for the bread and bland white bean spread.

Adrienne G.

BFF & I had luck smiling on us when we were able to secure rezzies at Trattoria No 10 Walk downstairs to the restaurant, there is a nice cozy feel to the place - like being in a nice wine cellar. We arrived a few min early & waited at the bar......it was crazy-busy! We got drinkys quickly but the patrons were little sharks when it came to snagging bar stools & we even got fussed at, for trying to take someone's seat when all we were doing, in reality, was trying to stand out of the way.....it was funny Food was traditional Italian which meant lots of simple ingredients cooked up in the best, lovingly way! I chose the Pumpkin & Mushroom appetizer - garlic cloves, pearl onions & chanterelles stuffed a mini-pumpkin which was tender & extremely flavorful. The flavors were well complimented & I could have had like 3 of these! Main was the Ravioli with Butternut and Acorn Squash - shredded carrots & zucchini w/ a wonderful butter walnut sauce - the squash mixture was plentiful & there were lots of delish pillows! BFF started w/ the Sauteed Prawns & Mushroom Pappardelle for her main & was likewise ooing & ahhing over her dishes Our waitress was super-nice & there seemed to be a huge theater crowd dining that evening - we overheard many people being assurred they'd be out in time for the curtain Too full for dessert, we made promises to return here for our very next visit!

Kevin C.

Dinner to kick off friends visiting the city for the weekend. One of them is very keen on the Italian food scene. This was the middle ground for all of us to meet and the reviews were great. A few of us arrived early to get our beaks wet before dinner. I'd have to say this was the most unenthusiastic bar keep I have encountered. No greeting, barely asked if we'd like another drink, hardly said thanks for having a seat when we left. Craft beers out of the bottle and no drafts. Liquor pours were $12+ and things just kept going down hill. Uninviting to say the least. Table service was a step above. Our waitress knew her stuff top to bottom and helped make recommendations for wine (pointing out the most expensive bottles first of course). Bread was fresh out the oven and a field green salad to start. Readied myself for the black tagliatelle pasta. Great dish and I was overall impressed with the cuisine. Everyone else seemed pleased. Of course, no split checks. Should have seen that coming. It was one let down after another. Perhaps we didn't fit in with the theater crowd? Maybe it was the location and I am used to a less-tourista atmosphere. Forgetful for the most part. Nothing drawing me back except for the proximity to a 20 bus stop downtown. Meh.

Laura K.

We came here before seeing a show at the theater. I had just seen it on Check Please, so I was excited to give it a try. We went during Restaurant Week and participated in the 3 course meal. I was let down. The atmosphere was pretty stale and felt very oldtime-ish. The 3 of us were not super thrilled with anything we got. There is definitely better Italian in the city.

Jialing L.

I've been here twice since it's my friend's favorite place in Chicago and he always has to go whenever he's in town. I've tried the butternut squash ravioli, herbed shrimp ravioli, black pasta, steak and other entrees. The flavors are always good but the portion sizes are a little small so we always tend to order one more entree than the number of people just in case any of us are hungry (we usually are). I've also tried the dessert and cheese samplers here. I'm not a fan of cheese so I can't really speak on that, but my friends were all gushing about it (the portions are very small though). The dessert sampler is really good though, just enough for 4 of us to try a bit of each. The chocolate ganache is also very good; if you love chocolate, definitely order that. The environment here is pretty upscale and professional with wonderful service. Never had a reservation here, so it seems like you can walk in and end up with a table or a spot at the bar but that may just be me getting lucky.

Lavanya R.

They serve two portion sizes. The food was great and the service was fantastic.

Elizabeth F.

Wanted to try someplace different before seeing the Christmas Carol at the Goodman theatre. My husband loves butternut squash ravioli and we had heard that Trattoria No. 10 has great butternut squash ravioli and is only 2 blocks from the Goodman theatre so it was a no brainer. The butternut squash ravioli was excellent. Tried the lobster ravioli as well. It was delicious and had a healthy amount of lobster. I love that you can get half orders (i.e. try multiple types of ravioli). Also enjoyed their variation of a Caprese salad. The Mahi was slightly over cooked so I'm not sure if I would get that it. Shared the warm apple crostata for dessert. It was fab and I don't like cooked apples. Trattoria No. 10 is a great choice for pre-theatre dining. Decor is a little dated but it's still is a warm, cozy place. I liked that it didn't seem as touristy as other restaurants in the theatre district.

Darrelyn M.

We have been here three times and will probably not return. We arrived at 5:00 on a Friday evening for our 5:15 reservations. We were told by three front-of-house girls that we would have to sit in the bar and that they would come and get us when our table was ready. This was odd, as the restaurant was 90% empty, but we complied. The bartender acted like he wanted to be somewhere else. He didn't even greet us as we sat down. He took his time getting to us and barely looked up when he took our order. We did not feel welcomed by him and it was clear that we did not matter to him as customers. Then at 5:20 we had to go to the hostess stand to see if our table was ready. They had forgotten about us! The only redeeming quality about this experience was the good food and friendly, energetic bus boy who brought the bread, and took away all of the dishes as we went through each course. The chocolate cake dessert was also very dry, so don't order that! Why is it that so many employees (including the manager) seemed to be so unhappy? Don't they need the business? There are other choices in the Theatre District. They have forgotten about the necessity for customer service and creating a friendly, welcoming environment. We eat out on a regular basis, and this place needs to 'up their game' if they want to compete in the Chicago market.

John H.

My third time dining at this upscale Italian restaurant. Great service but not hoovering. Thanks to Tammy for guiding us through our meal. We started with carpaccio. Not the regular fair as it had beets and Gorgonzola cheese. Nice change of pace. Two of us had the signature lobster ravioli and the other had the butternut squash ravioli. Perfectly Al dente. As for the lobster ravs, don't skimp and get the small plate and your desires will be asking for the larger plate. Nice dessert menu. All this coupled with a comfortable ambiance made it a very pleasurable experience. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is I would have wanted a bit more extensive wine list. I will say they had a reasonably priced wine list. All said, I will certainly be back. Many thanks again to Tammy for great service.

Jenny Z.

Came here for Restaurant Week 2015 for dinner. Location: Excellent, right in the Loop. Off of a smaller street though, so we had difficulty getting a cab afterwards and Uber drivers just couldn't seem to find us. Kind of a cool place, in the basement (you have to go downstairs). Service: Wonderful, our waiter was very attentive and the hostess at the beginning was similarly kind and helpful. Ambiance: Fairly casual, I was wearing jeans and didn't feel out of place. We were seated very close to a large party so it was louder than I would have liked, but that's not the restaurant's fault. Food: I had the butternut squash ravioli, the tagliatelle with shrimp and scallops, and the apple crostata. All were wonderful, no complaints about any of the food. The ravioli starter was tasty though portions were very small (they give you about 4 ravioli total). The tagliatelle was a real standout - it had plenty of shrimp, scallops and calamari (unlike some places where they really skimp on the seafood!) and tons of pasta underneath. Well-seasoned. The apple crostata was warm and yummy with a scoop of gelato. Filled with raisins and cranberries as well, so a medley of fruits really instead of just apples. Each dessert also came with a cute chocolate sauce decoration of #CRW for Chicago Restaurant Week! Interesting to note - the bread at the beginning doesn't come with butter. Instead they gave us what seemed like a hummus (it was some kind of bean spread). It was delicious so I enjoyed it, but maybe not for everyone. Overall, quite pleased, especially for the Restaurant Week menu.

Colin Y.

A gem in the rough. I would recommend this cozy spot to anyone. The food was flavored spot on and we were served quickly and the server was very informed and friendly. Everyone in my party extremely satisfied with the service and quality of the food. I had.a linguine dish with shrimp and toasted prosciutto in a reduced white whine sauce. We asked for fried calamari and received a funny response "we don't deep fry". Check it out, you will not be disappointed.

C K.

Beautiful lunch today in an interesting space. The grilled ceased was nice, the porcini ravioli was great. Service was really good and pricing was as expected. Well done!

Natalie P.

Wow! I dined here a few nights ago and took advantage of their fabulous Restaurant Week menu. Don't be alarmed when you walk in and see nothing but a staircase to a basement. The restaurant, below ground, is pleasant and charming. Loved the romantic and upscale setting. The staff was helpful, attentive, and polite. They answered all our questions about their Restaurant Week menu. Highlights of the meal included squid ink tagliatelle (served with scallops, shrimp, and calamari) and tiramisu - a must try! Every dish, however, was complex and satisfying. Some great house-made pasta. Would definitely visit again and highly recommend to those visiting Chicago or those simply looking for a new spot.

Shannon K.

If you have David as a server, take all of his suggestions! I did and I had a great meal! I had the grilled peach and red romaine salad which was really light and fresh. I then had a half order if the squash ravioli and a half order of the sausage ravioli, which was amazing and a perfect sweet and savory combination. For dessert I had a profiterole with the caramel gelato...delicious.

D M.

It's been a few years since we have eaten here and it wasn't anything like we remembered. The food was wonderful, the service left us seeing red. The night started well ... but as the tables filled up in our area the service dropped off to the point of our party getting the incorrect food. When this happened our server tried to convince us that the mistake was OK because it was the food that came out was going to be delicious anyway. We had a theater date, meaning we were up against the clock. We ate the food that came, rather than what we ordered since it was implied that the food would take some time to be corrected. Yes it tasted good - no we did not leave feeling good about our experience. If you could rate the food and service separately. Food 4 stars, Service 1 star.

Harold W.

We had an excellent dinner here. For appetizers, we had the butternut squash raviolis and the BLT risotto. The ravioli was very good, and the risotto was excellent. For entrees, I had the strip steak, which was perfectly seared and was one of the best steaks I have ever had. My wife had the Day Boat scallops with pea puree, which was the highlight dish of the evening. I highly recommend the scallops. For dessert we had the panna cotta and friteroles with gelato, which were quite good, especially the chocolate sauce that came with the friteroles.

Sylvia R.

This is a great stop for a business lunch or dinner, a romantic date or before taking in a show in the loop. They start out with bread and a bean butter - a yummy start. Choose from delicious and inventive salads ( my emphasis not complaint is almost all include goat cheese which I don't love but not featured blue cheese so wasn't sure I could sub) and tasty soups but the star of the show is the homemade ravioli - FABULOUS! Whether mushroom, butternut squash, beet or sausage - your tastebuds will be delighted! The one area they could improve are the desserts. They are just ok - not in line with the rest of the food. Service is great snd the space is nice even though it's in the basement. Definitely give this place a chance!

Emily J.

I walk passed this restaurant all the time and finally tried it prior to the Symphony earlier this week. It's nice to find a restaurant in the Loop serving up fresh food; I feel like this area is so over saturated in quick dining restaurants for the lunch crowd. Trattoria No. 10 could be a nice place for lunch but it was a perfect place for a quick and delicious girls' dinner. Our server was delightful and didn't judge when my friend and I each had two glasses of wine in about 50 minutes. Start with the gnocchi, the pieces are lightly crispy, almost like a breakfast potato, and the contrast with the creamy ricotta cheese is surprising. For dinner, you can't go wrong with any of the ravioli, as that is what Trattoria is known for. However, I broke tradition and ordered the parapadelle with chicken and was not disappointed in the slightest. The ragu was the perfect consistency and the noodles were certainly homemade (or tasted that way!). For dessert, get the house made gelato or sorbet, both are bursting with flavor! I would recommend the pistachio gelato over everything.

Tanya N.

We were at the Daily Center getting our marriage license and wanted to celebrate with a drink and early dinner eats. I don't really eat pasta, I wouldn't normally go out to an Italian place, but I figured they'd have some good wine. We were pleasantly surprised and we didn't feel like total a**holes walking in with our street clothes and backpacks while everyone else was in business Loop attire. That's what sitting at the bar is for, right? A white Pinot Noir? What is this you say? I am intrigued. Delish. Good wine selection. Beet ravioli was interesting in concept but the calamari with cannellini beans was the real stand out, as was the chef's cheese plate. THE CHEESE PLATE. Rarely do I rave about a cheese plate, but the homemade accompaniments perfectly paired with each cheese. Do it. A very nice place that we would seek out when we're in the Loop again.

Beth H.

The restaurant doesn't disappoint! The ambience is elegant and sophisticated. We absolutely loved the fresh beet ravioli with goat cheese as an appetizer as well as the dessert trio. A perfect meal before attending a play.

Nikki M.

This place was a complete miss for me. I hated it here. We had a server that I could barely hear, and couldn't understand us. We had to repeat the order slowly a few times which is annoying. He checked on us and should have seen and removed the two empty plates that were there for a good 15 minutes. There are also no specials here, which I found weird. It seemed like everything on the menu either cream sauce, fish,or asparagus on it. It's an Italian place, would it kill you to put something in a red sauce? Oh god, here's the kicker: This is where I got the worst old fashioned of my life. I never even went past 1 sip of it. It was a muddled mush of bad orange and maraschino fruit throughout it & way too much sweetness. It was $13.25 for a very small old fashioned, even though he charged me for Makers Mark rather than Knob Creek. That's just ridiculous. I had the Caprese Salad which was a complete disappointment. Swimming in oil with big chunks of random tomatoes, and for some reason, they salted the mozzarella chunk in the middle but not the tomatoes. I also had the Corn Chowder which looked cool when they brought out the bowl with garnishes and were going to hand pour the soup over the garnishes, but unfortunately what was poured out of it was chunky cream of chicken, oversalted nastiness. Bleh! That should only be done with a pureed soup anyway. Not something with chunks of chicken and vegetables in it. My other half, in addition to our nasty old fashioneds, had the shrimp ravioli and said the pasta was undercooked and it was incredibly bland. Caprese Salad, Corn Chowder, Shrimp Ravioli, and two Old Fashioned cocktails ran us $85. Never again. Yuck.

Rafi O.

I reserved a table for 7 people, among them customers of mine. So I expected the best service and the best dinner; and I got it! Thanks to the manager and the waiters, they took good care of us and made our evening pleasant, as I planned. Food was exquisite, every one enjoyed it, the wine was excellent and great dinning environment, as I experienced years ago (9 years ago!). Thanks!

Joel G.

Solid Italian with a focus on pasta. I had the shrimp ravioli which were solid. Get's a lot of theater customers so they understand how to turn your dinner around quickly. I would go here again if attending a show.

Jim M.

The first time I went to Trattoria No.10 was during Lollapollooza 2012 (my first and last time going to that garbage), Grant park had been evacuated because of extreme weather and every bar on Michigan avenue was packed to capacity. So me and my buddies were wandering around downtown looking for somewhere that would let us in. Trattoria obliged, there were only a few other people there that braved the weather and they were definitely not fellow festival goers... So there we were in brightly colored clothes, a bit buzzed and completely soaked and no one minded in the least, they were very accommodating and professional. Now to the food; based on my other dining experiences in the area I was expecting high prices and average to sub-par cuisine, so when our plates arrived it was a very pleasant surprise, it was probably the best ravioli I had ever had, both the sausage and butternut squash varieties were delicious. This is now my go to for a nice meal when I am in the area.

Julie R.

We had a private room here for our wedding rehearsal dinner and were very pleased with everything! The food was delicious and we worked with Elisa ahead of time to plan the menu and wine selections. They were very accommodating during the tasting and the day of the event - everything was personalized and the service was impeccable. I highly recommend and look forward to next time when we can go just the two of us!

Michael S.

I began going to Trattoria No. 10 years ago, when it first opened. Many, many client dinners. I'm done with all that now, but this fine restaurant remains a favorite. Just last night I had another great dinner there with my wife, who - for the record - is much better company than any client that I ever had. And better looking, too! You can read about menu items on other reviews here on Yelp. I just want to add this: Trattoria No. 10 is one of the very best restaurants in Chicago. And I know my restaurants. The food is always delicious. The atmosphere is always special. And the service, in my experience, has always been excellent. For you out-of-towners or locals who have never been here, know that: Having dinner - or lunch - is going to be very good. Any negative comments on Yelp are from reviewers who: 1) Had, for some strange reason, a very, very rare, not-so-great experience, or; 2) Just don't know what they're talking about. Probably many more of the #2 variety! If you're budget conscious, know that you can have a special night out with your "special other" and - without alcohol - spend no more than $65-$70 for a couple entrees and an appetizer, including a tip. If you like to enjoy a couple drinks or wine with your meal, you are looking at $90-$100 by making careful selections from the menu. And, of course, you can always spend more! My point here is that you don't have to order the most expensive items from the menu to have an absolutely delicious meal at Trattoria No. 10. One that you will really enjoy. And an evening that will leave you with a special memory, too. This is a Top 10 Chicago restaurant.

Michelle B.

We decided to try this place before a show at a local theatre. What a pleasant surprise! The food was top notch and the ambiance was perfect. We will definitely be back.

Stephanie G.

Went for dinner last night before Book of Morman at the Bank of America Theatre. Absolutely perfect location as you can valet park there for $14, walk to the show (3 min) and pick up your car afterward. The valet even had the car up on the street waiting for us after the show. We had reservations for 6:15pm for 8 pm show. Next time I would go earlier maybe 5:45 or 6:00, but depends on how many courses you order. It was my husbands birthday so we went all out so to speak. Mushroom crostini was soooo goood. And a very nice size portion. At least 6 servings. Two of us had baby Kale ceasar. They enjoyed it, but for me too strong of Kale taste (which is why I didn't order it) and kind of tough. But that's Kale. I would have liked to have a romaine version option but not a big deal. We couldn't resist the ravioli as the reviews were so strong on them. My favorite hands down was the squash. Sooo good and not too rich. I also really liked the asapargus which had cheese and chunks of asparagus in it. The sausage ravioli was very good, almost like having a sausage meatball inside the pasta. The provolone is on top. No gummy texture or additives. I like it but not amazing like the others. Good to have a more basic alternative for my son though. A half order is 4 raviolis and a full is 7. If you are getting a salad and a dessert or an app and a dessert the half order is plenty (and I'm kind of a big eater). Unfortunately we had to rush through dessert. Probably should have skipped as we were tight on time but sooo good. The chocolate cake was amazing and loved the profiteroles as well. We left the restaurant at 7:45 and made it to the show on time so all was good. I just don't like to be rushing to my seat when the lights are flashing.

Nataliya A.

We have come here twice now in the late evening for desserts. The pecan pie cake in my opinion is the bet. It is not like a pecan pie, it's definately more like a cake The truffle chocolate cake is extremely rich and sweet. If you love chocolate this is a hit, if you don't like very sweet, skip it. The place itself is very fancy no the staff is very kind. I will have to come back for some actual food next time :)

Jenna G.

I have been to Trattoria #10 twice now. The first time I came I got the Butternut and Acorn Squash Ravioli and it was amazing! Several months later when I came back into town I came back for the same delicious dish, it is one of my favorite all time dishes. I made my reservation through open table and they gave me an 8:45pm reservation, I was unaware that they close at 9pm. I didn't want to be rude so I told the manager that we would go somewhere else to not keep him and his staff there late, the manager insisted we stay. Not only did they take great care of our party of 4, but they brought out a small order of my favorite ravioli for the whole table to try! The appetizers were delicious and the ravioli did not disappoint. Food: 5 stars Service: 5 stars

Leila T.

Not sure how this place has 4 stars. The appetizers were amazing and we were really excited for the pasta and main dishes but everything after the appetizers went completely downhill. Appetizers - The grilled prawns were very flavorful. The polenta was also very unique and full of flavor, although quite a small portion for the price. Pasta - Spicy sausage ravioli did not meet expectations at all. The ravioli did not taste fresh, it was actually tough and dry. I've made homemade ravioli and homemade pasta before and this was not anything close to freshly made. We also ordered the farfelle pasta and again very bland, tough, tastes like cardboard. The rest of the items with the farfelle pasta were oversalted and I don't think the flavor combo worked well with pasta. Main dish - The lamb shank was okay. Nothing special but nothing bad, just merely okay. Very disappointed and will not be back.

Alicja K.

Really nice restaurant for a business lunch. They're known for their ravioli. I had an asparagus and cheese one. It was so delicious!!! They also offer half portions of their pasta which is the perfect size for lunch. I also tried their tiramisu for dessert. It was average. I recommend trying their ravioli!

M J.

Excellent pre-theater choice. We always have great service and they get you in and out when needed. The Caprese with Mozzarella is kinda weird in that it's just one big piece of mozzarella but I like it. The tomato bisque soup was very nice. The butternut squash ravioli is great. The orcchiette with spicy sausage is good but I wouldn't order it again - it has a hearty brown sauce that would work best in colder months.

Heather H.

Just okay. Not quite worth the hype or the price. I had the sausage ravioli and shared a cheese plate. A friend had the lobster ravioli. Nothing was particularly impressive.

Emily M.

I had the lunch menu for Chicago Restaurant Week. Everything was great: the appetizer salad was tasty, the butternut squash ravioli was delicious and the chocolate cake was amazing. The service was good and the atmosphere enjoyable for a business lunch.

Basak D.

I've been here on a few occasions for lunch and drinks. They have a creative menu with delicious house specialties. I high recommend any kind of ravioli but get the lobster if they have any left.

Josie V.

I was surprised by this restaurant when I recently was here for work. On a Friday night, I wanted to find a spot at the bar for dinner and after running into a bunch of places that were full I found this place. The ravioli that I ordered was deliciously rich and filling despite how small the dish looked. I was almost full when my second course came out which was the scallops, which were perfectly cooked! I don't see how someone could do three courses. I couldn't even finish two and I was fairly hungry after a long day.

Jennifer G.

I don't understand why I do not come here more often for dinner. I actually work less than one short block away and every lunch and dinner I've ever had here is really delicious. So delicious this week that I had to write. A friend and I came for dinner this week to celebrate making it through this year at work and started with a bottle of Moscato di Asti. It was so good and really hit the spot for the evening. We then had the Ravioli with Spicy Sausage - which my friend loved. I had the Garganelli Pasta with roasted fall vegetables, goat cheese and pesto. That, too, was delicious. Unfortunately, we had no room for dessert - unless you count our Moscato! Trattoria No 10 is a wonderful find in the city and one I would highly recommend.

Ana C.

Walked in on a Thursday night. Staying nearby while on a business trip. Great find. The reviews here were promising so we decided to give it a try. Glad we did. Seated immediately in the bar. The female bartender was great and the busser was really phenomenal. I don't think I've seen someone hustle like that in a restaurant in a long time. The bar was very busy but this dynamic duo handled it with ease and professionalism. We had the field green salad and it was quite good. Candied walnuts, goat cheese and the lightest tastiest vinaigrette. My husband had a craft beer which he really like. We had the corn ravioli which sounded really good on the menu but was just a little bland. My husband's fettuccine with shrimp (less the chili flakes) was very good. Now here's the best part, the entrees can be ordered full or half size. Fantastic! When you walk in there's the smallest lobby leading down 1.5 flight of stairs to the restaurant. Don't be shy about using the elevator. It just takes a minute to realize there's one there. So look carefully if you need it. Would definitely recommend.

Megan S.

I thought the menu lacked GF options given the upscale nature of the restaurant. The service was great but that was about it. I'm glad we tried it but I don't know if we'll be back.

Mathias P.

We were looking for a nice classy restaurant on our night in Chicago and thanks to yelp we found it. Trattoria No 10 is a great Italian restaurant that has very classy and tasty food. The waiters are very attentive and we enjoyed our time there. The wine (we had a Cabernet-Merlot) fit well to the Ravioli that we had. While the plates are not huge they are very filling (we had the asparagus and the butternut-squash ravioli) and delicious. As desert we got the Tiramisu which was so-so (definitively had much better) but ok. We would go again!

Laci B.

I have been on several business meetings at Trattoria No. 10., and would highly recommend it! I have tried their butternut squash ravioli, their risotto, and their tomato soup... and nothing was a disappointment. I wanted to excuse myself from the table when I ordered the risotto and lick my plate clean in the bathroom. Service is wonderful, and a great environment for conversations. I would highly recommend for a lunch meeting, or a nice dinner.

Karen P.

Let's start with service. The hostess sat us, even though we did not have a reservation and we were there at 11:30 a.m. The waitress was very efficient and took our drink orders immediately. She was right back for us to order from the specials or the menu. I ordered a Chicken Caesar salad and it was really well prepared and good. My sister order the mushroom risotto on special and she claimed it was the best she has ever had. Presentation was beautiful. Also, the lunch, although it was a full restaurant, seemed not too busy. (OMG, it was packed) So, maybe sound proofing or the fact this restaurant had no windows? Very nice atmosphere and food appeared to be outstanding and all six of us were very pleased with our menu choices. I am ordering the scallops and spinach next time! I am also ordering a dessert because they looked awesome!

Lucy N.

I found out about this place through a family friend back in my hometown - Buffalo NY. Her cousin is the chef here and thankfully was able to get my boyfriend and I valentines day dinner reservations before 10pm. We had their oysters (east coast) and prawns to start. The sauce on the prawns was an amazing light white sauce that we soaked our bread in after being done with the prawns. For dinner we had the the herbed pappardelle and black tagliatelle. Great portion sizes and we licked our plates! I can never finish pasta dishes, not the case this time. Finally for dessert we had their profiteroles with carmel, pistachio, and chocolate gelato topped off with warm chocolate sauce. I would like to think I left full, but because everything was so delicious I definitely could have had more! Cannot wait to return to this cozy, romantic italian wonderland!

Ian L.

So three of us went for restaurant week. Ambience: Classy, mediterranian chic. Appetizers: I had the sauteed mushrooms with goat cheese on garlic bread, it was very good, perfectly salted. The sweet potato ravioli with Butternut and Acorn Squash was astounding, one of the best I've had. Mains: Here's where our opinions diverged. The lady got the fettucine with shrimp, a rather boring and underwhelming preparation. I got the Italian style ribeye steak, it was decent. But again, the standout was the ravioli, unfortunately I forgot the preparation. Osso Bucco (veal), as an extra secondi, was done amazingly. Desserts: Warm Apple Crostata - Warm Apple Crostata was very good. Chocolate Truffle Cake (warm chocolate cake, Valrhona Chocolate sauce, pomegranate puree) - excellent. Overall, si, tornerà!

Jordan S.

I ordered the spicy meat ravioli and I was told it was handmade and so good by the waiter. It came out to my table watery and it wasn't even a ravioli, I'm not kidding you they put a meatball between two sheets of pasta. Try cutting one of those! The meatball shoots out the other side. Needless to say there are plenty of other restaurants to try.

Lyndsey C.

Absolutely delicious and great service. Great location near the theater district.

Brian B.

Creative and tasty pasta dishes always make this an excellent stop for lunch or dinner. The menu will never let you down and is changing all the time. Client service is always top notch and the atmosphere can't be beat.

Mary T.

I was excited when Trattoria 10 was suggested for a business lunch; Italian food is a major staple in my diet. I didn't even bristle knowing it would be the 4th out of 5 Italian meals I was partaking in that week, including one that very evening. I've always wondered about this space; it seemed strange that a $$$ restaurant was located in a windowless basement below Sopraffina. Somehow Trattoria 10 pulls it off, and on a gloomy Chicago afternoon, I would've preferred to stay inside than venture back into the windy, overcast day. While Trattoria 10 was a good place for a business meeting, I wasn't overly impressed with my meal, the ravioli with asparagus, aged provolone, onions and sun-dried tomatoes. My biggest complaints are two. First, my pasta was too al dente or firm. Personally, I think you should be able to easily cut ravioli with the edge of a fork; mine required the aid of my butter knife. Second, my meal was oversalted. It's unusual for me to complain about the amount of salt in a meal, as I am usually the first to reach for the salt shaker. However, in this case all I was reaching for was my glass of water to try and blunt some of the saltiness of my meal. Should I have sent the dish back? Probably, but I didn't want to disrupt the flow of our business lunch or insult my host who quite adores the place. Despite the lackluster food, the service was attentive and friendly. Glasses were filled regularly on cue and our server was there when we needed him without feeling like he hovered. Since Trattoria 10's menu changes seasonally, I would give them another shot. There seem to be many fans of the place, so I'm hoping future visits prove me wrong.

Steven N.

Great italian restaurant in the loop. I took my parents here when they came into town from Detroit. They're avid Italian goers and absolutely loved it. All the pasta is made in house and it's a good quality which is often hard to find for a decent price. We had the butternut squash ravioli as an appetizer along with the beet ravioli. Both were exceptional and the beet ravioli was interesting as the ravioli was completely made out of beets. The shells and everything. It was really interesting concept and pulled off well. The service was good also as we never wanted for anything and our server was friendly, informative and engaging. Good wine and beer list as well although, I didn't have anything to drink. All in all, if I want good Italian food, I would go back anytime and expect to enjoy my meal. Definitely a good option if you're an out of towner or a chicagoan and want good italian.

Mallory C.

The lobster ravioli was to die for... as was the mini pumpkin appatizer... hands down some of the best food I've had

Jay S.

Accomodated a large group with no problems.

Steven C.

This was a large group for a work function. The staff worked with us ahead of time to develop a custom menu that keeps to our compliance requirements. Apps included an assortment of Crustinis that were heavenly. I chose the Veal Scallopini for my entre. It was fabulous. Finish with Tiramasu and a double espresso. Great service, inspired food, a great place to stop.

Jeannie A.

I would describe this place as either touristy or a place suburban people eat at before they go to the theater. It isn't bad, but it really isn't great. It is over priced and I won't be back. There are just too many good restaurants to eat at, and way better Italian in the city. Went here tonight with 2 friends to check out their restaurant week menu. $33 bucks for an appetizers, entree, and dessert is a decent deal. It ended up being $65/pp with a glass of wine and tip. Really not worth it - bad pick on our part. Appetizers were good. I had the butternut squash ravioli and my friends had the mushroom ragu. All were flavorful, smallish portion size. You had 3 entrees to pick from. I had the fettuccine with shrimp, sun dried and grape tomatoes, leeks, fennel and a saffron butter sauce. It was good and the shrimp were amazing. My friends both had the Ravioli filled with asparagus tips and aged provolone cheese, onions, and a sundried tomato sauce. They both said it was not good and not fully cooked - hard and chewy. Personally, I would have sent it back, but they did not. Desserts were decadent, as only desserts can be. The restaurant was loud - it was hard to carry on a conversation at our table. Everyone is on top of each other - not well laid out. Again, I would not back.

Devin C.

Excellent Italian food. I had the pesto risotto and was very pleased. Our waitress was also very prompt and engaging. Highly recommend.

rich e.

We celebrated New Years eve here and loved every thing about it. The food was the highest quality at reasonable prices. We had the lobster filled ravioli and veal scalopini. The service was professional and quick enough for us to see a show afterward, but not too fast for us to hurry through the experience. We will go back.

Kathryn H.

Without the pretentious Chicago- foodie feel, this place has great locally grown, quality Italian dishes and PHENOMENAL service. Also is a great place for groups (20ish ppl) who want a private room. It will now be my go-to place for special occasions. Its in a cozy, romantic basement- not a modern decor but is truly classic Italian.

Nicole G.

We celebrated my mother's birthday here last week and had a great time. The food was fresh and delicious and the ambiance was relaxing and welcoming. The only issue us that it's kind of hidden in the loop, and it's really expensive. We spent 3x what we normally spend for a birthday celebration. Definitely try the pastas, they are made in-house and are cooked perfectly.

Julie R.

I've never had anything but a great experience here. The beet "ravoli" - beets stuffed with goat cheese is an outstanding choice for a salad and last night I tried the Black Noodle Seafood Pasta (not quite the name but you'll find it!) - absolutely outstanding! What's nice is that most of the pasta selections come in a large or small (appetizer) size. The service was outstanding and it's a lovely setting - either for a date night or to be able to talk with friends. I'm a fan!

Steve B.

First time at Trattoria No. 10. I was having lunch with a friend in The Loop, so I was looking for a place with valet parking. The Yelp entry said there was valet parking here, so away we go. Long story short, there is no valet here until 5PM. There is metered parking, though. We only had an hour and we had a reservation, so I nervously parked between the poles in front of the restaurant so I could figure it out later. Our server's name was Sarah. I asked her if it was okay to park where I parked and she did not know. I decided to order first, then figure out parking. We ordered and I went back out to deal with my car. I asked the maitre'd if parking between the poles out front was okay and she didn't know. She asked how I found out about their valet parking and I told her I saw it on Yelp. I went outside and spoke to the people smoking outside. I figured they would know since they work in the area. They said where I parked was metered parking. I was relieved and paid for my spot at the box. Once I got back to our table, a different woman approached us. I think she was the MOD. She apologized for the parking situation and said she would get in touch with Yelp to clarify things so this doesn't happen again. She seemed very serious about it. She offered us a free entree for the inconvenience. I was pleasantly surprised, because in all honesty, my parking situation wasn't their problem. Our drinks and appetizer (Carpaccio) came quickly, and our food shortly after that. Both entrees (Ravioli w/sausage and Orrichiette pasta) were outstanding (we sampled each others food). The bonus entree (Ravioli with butternut and acorn squash) was killer, too. I ordered dessert (warm apple crosata) to go. While we we waiting for it, Sarah brought us a full order of tiramisu to try. In summary, this place is awesome. Sarah was great server. Everyone was friendly and personable and the food was magnificent. Definitely check it out if you're in The Loop or taking in a show in the Theater District.

Stephen R.

Food was good, had the Ravioli, and the atmosphere was nice. Nothing exceptional, but I would definitely go back again.

Tom S.

We ate here Friday night. The clam chowder, squash ravioli, baby kale caeser, And basically all the food was fantastic. Also had a bottle of Sangiovese by Umberto Cesari that was great. Lorenzo did a nice job suggesting food and serving professionally. Definitely go!!!

Simon P.

Yum, I've eaten here twice now and have been very happy with my meals both times. The service and decor is great, as is the food. It was comfortable and the staff was amazing.

Karla B.

We had a great quick dinner before the theatre and would do it again. The food was good, but nothing too memorable. I had the black tagliatelle pasta and really enjoyed it. The service was good and was able to get us to the theatre on time.

Michael S.

This restaurant was utterly amazing. My bride & I were given a $150 gift card, and we intended to use it. And boy, did we ever. First, it's not a flashy place looking at it from the outside. There is a valet, $12 bucks to leave a car there while eating & $14 if you want to catch a show after dinner. The wait staff: one of the most courteous, generous and helpful crews ever. Our waiter was outstanding. We tipped appropriately. The menu changes from day-to-day; on one side there are listings for the locally-sourced food items for the day. If you're interested in that sort of thing or it's important to you, that's probably enough to get you in the door. The other side of the menu lists the entrees, appetizers for the day. We had Caprese "salad" with Buffalo Mozzarella. At first I was concerned about the lack of any kind of Balsamic vinegar; after we devoured everything in several minutes, we'd forgotten there wasn't any. It wasn't necessary. The tomatoes were fresh, seasoned perfectly; the cheese was perfect; and the fresh basil leaves tasted like they were picked earlier that afternoon. One of the cool things about some of the pasta/ravioli items on the menu is that you can have some as an appetizer. The portions are app-appropirate. We did this for the butternut/acorn squash ravioli. HIGLY RECOMMENDED. Holy crap were they good. The bread on the table is the typical (the way it should be at an Italian restaurant) crusty white Italian bread. The spread? NOT butter. It's a mix of ground beans, lemon juice, oregano, and other ingredients I've forgotten...but the taste I won't. It's simple in the best possible way. The loaves of bread went down very easily. So after the two appetizers, it was time for the 2nd course. I chose the veal; it was OUTSTANDING. Made with shallots, white wine, garlic, mushrooms, finely-chopped tomatoes & other ingredients, it was made PERFECTLY. Super-tender, packed with flavor in every bite. Thankfully I'd saved some bread for after everything was gone...needed something to sop up the remaining sauce/juice. Wow. Good thing was that the onions in this dish were NOT the kind you taste for hours afterward. I hate that...and tend to shy away from green onions/any kind of onions. I love them, but not the aftertaste. With this veal dish, I had no problem eating all the onions. Don't know how they did it, but there was zero aftertaste. My bride had a Panka-breaded chicken dish with vegetables, quartered tomatoes and a creme-fresh-type cheese (that's not what it was I'm sure, we're just not sure what kind of white, goat-cheese-like cheese it was) that was light, fresh, and uh-maze-ing. Everything about her dish was outstanding. There were tiny snap peas in pods that had flavor like I've never had before. Another win! She had a martini with a rare, from France liqueur that was floral, but not overly, plus citrus-y. I don't care for alcohol much at all, but her martini was outstanding. Dessert: Tiramisu for her (unreal) and warm apple crostada for me (Granny Smith apples, walnuts, cranberries, raisins) in a homemade crust with vanilla gelato lightly sprinkled with cinnamon. ZOMG. WANTED MOAR. We used every penny of that gift card, and were not sorry that we did so. This place is terrific. The key here: go EARLY. I'll never understand why people want to eat a huge meal at 8:00 PM and then go to bed shortly thereafter. No way. We got there a little after they opened their doors (they opened at 5pm on the weekday we went), and were seated immediately without a reservation. If you like to eat at 9:00 PM at night, you best reserve a table. Otherwise, go early, zero issues. Highly recommended. We don't eat out a ton, so when we do we want it to be worth the dollars we spend. Trattoria No. 10 may have displaced our yearly standby for our wedding anniversary celebratory dinner. It's that good.

Carolyn L.

I tried out Trattoria No. 10 last Monday during a business dinner. Let me tell you, Monday nights in the Loop are just plain slow, especially because there are no performances in the area. That proved good news for us, though! We were seated right away at a table far from other people (so we could be louder). Service was fast and the food was great! We all chose to order the smaller portions of the pasta dishes and we all had just enough to eat. I ordered the squid ink black linguini with mussels. It was fresh, hot, and delicious. The other girls I was with both ordered the duck confit farfalle. The duck was rich and the sauce with pearl onions was a perfect addition. We all shared a plate of 3 desserts: tiramisu, chocolate molten cake, apple tart. The apple tart was by far the best with the chocolate cake not far behind. I love dessert. But tiramisu is never my favorite. It wasn't the restaurant's fault. It's just not my thing. So anyway, if you're looking for a place in the Loop for an intimate dinner on a Monday night, look no further than Trattoria No. 10!

Alan C.

I ate here recently and my food was borderline OK to good. Here are some notes: Grilled Baby Octopus - I was really looking forward to this one as octopus is one of my faves but came away disappointed. The octopus meat was a little tough and could have used more seasoning. The accompanying salad was overly sweet to the point of being cloy and was a huge contrast to the bland protein. It seems like octopus is a dish that a restaurant will either crush or fail miserably at with nothing in between. Farfalle Pasta - This was a good dish. The flavors were rich and the duck was nice. Ravioli w/Butternut & Acorn Squash - This was much sweeter than I expected and almost tasted like dessert after eating the farfalle. It was better than the octopus, but I wouldn't order it again. However our server was very attentive, friendly, and helpful with wine suggestions. She was also very accommodating when our group had a mix up in timing and the second half of the group showed up 45 minutes after the first. Overall I'd say I'd eat here again but I wouldn't go out of my way and I'd try to explore other places first.

Helen Y.

Food is excellent! Pumpkin starter is a must-try! I ordered NY strip steak and my boyfriend had the ravioli, and we both loved our food.

Ronnie B.

Food good, service ok, atmosphere very nice. It odd to see the staff take a break and get it Italian food from a place next door then bring it back and say how good it is!? Hmm not eating there own?

Laurie S.

Tonight was my third time at Trattoria No. 10. Each time the food and service has been excellent. The ambiance is nice and the noise level is good - not loud. Each time I've gone, I've had the ravioli with asparagus or the ravioli with butternut squash. One thing I really like is that you can order full pasta dishes or half dishes, which is good for a lighter meal or to mix and match. My friend had the artichoke entree and was very pleased. Our server tonight, David, was excellent - very friendly and attentive. I look forward to returning!

Justin B.

Picked Trattoria No. 10 purely on its location and OpenTable reviews, and that worked out very well. Tried one of the house-made pastas, the calamari and a chocolate cake dessert with gelato. All were very good, but not quite as good as the Italian meal we had at Sapori Trattoria earlier last week, but if I'm in the Loop again late I will certainly come back. The larger portion size was perfectly sized and not too much pasta (think Maggiano's whole-size pasta), so the $18-$22 price point was perfect and I didn't leave in pain. Love the space and on a Friday night after 8 PM, the place really clears out of the work crowd and has a nice feel to it. Great server as well; not pushy, literally said to wave him down when we were ready, so we had 20 minutes to catch up with a friend before being forced into ordering. Thanks for the low-pressure sale!

John S.

Recently visited roughly a week ago, and was fairly impressed with my overall experience. Started my night of with a Manhattan, which was awesome, and well worth 14 dollars. My girlfriend enjoyed her first drink as well. I was however, fairly under-impressed with the duck confit farfalle pasta. It was significantly under seasoned, and considering the time that the culinary team put into the confit, it lacked flavor and richness. The service was great. After dinner drinks were okay, at best.

Kathiana E.

The ambiance is quite romantic and a perfect place for an intimate evening. As for the food, I ordered the spicy sausage ravioli and found a hair in my pasta. That was the end of my Trattoria No. 10 experience.

Chrysa L.

Lovely, classy (but not stuffy) downstairs spot that fills up with theater-goers. I appreciate that they ask you if you have to make a show, but we did not and, therefore, were in no rush. My mom and I both ordered their acorn and butternut squash ravioli in a light walnut butter sauce. It's possible to order a full portion (which I had) or a half portion (which my mom ordered). Very delicious and very filling. My mom also ordered the adorable baked baby pumpkin with chanterelle mushrooms and cipollini onions as an appetizer. Yummy! They have an extensive wine list, but I opted for a delicious Wisconsin stout. Nice bonus? They make a point of using local farmers as much as possible and list the names of many of their vendors on the menu. I am sure there are better Italian options in the city, but for a tasty and quiet dinner in the Loop, this is a great spot.

Misse D.

After the Art Institute, Denton and I headed here for a romantic date. I am on their mailing list and received a free birthday dinner here. Who doesn't like free in this economy? The venue is lovely and is perfect for an intimate meal. It reminded me of a trattoria in Roma. The service was fantastic. The courses came out perfectly timed. I enjoyed my caprese salad. My pasta was good although a little salty. For dessert, I ordered poorly: cookies. I was in the mood for cookies (when am I not?) but they were pretty mediocre. Despite this, I think I might be willing to give the restaurant a second chance.

Farha K.

I should probably start off by saying that I'm never really blown away by italian food since it's mostly pastas and sauce.. having said that let me tell you that pastas and sauces at Trattoria are not just any pasta and sauce. Every bite here oozes of farm fresh deliciousness and care and you can tell the recipes are classics and haven't been messed around with since the beginning of time! My co workers and I checked out Trattoria No 10 during Chicago Restaurant Week and went for their lunch menu. Ofcourse between the three of us we had the liberty to order everything on the menu so we could taste each other's choices while fighting to keep our own to ourselves. However, we really didn't need to, the portions were as generous as the flavors. We started with the asparagus tip ravioli and mushroom ragu with crostinis, both were absolutely divine! The mushroom ragu was rich, spicy, tangy with the crisp crostinis on top sopping up the ragu and topped with a local farm goat cheese and it all complimented each other perfectly. The ravioli was fresh and cooked perfectly al dente stuffed with a generous heap of cheese and asparagus tips, laid over a dried tomato sauce. For our main course we went with all three options.. the butternut squash ravioli, tenderloin tips with pasta and the roasted white fish served with a wild mushroom and pea pollenta. It was all fabulous. .. i have no other words to describe these dishes except that had we not been sitting in the exquisite underground dining room that oozed elegance and old world charm, i would probably have gladly licked my plate clean! And Dessert? Yes Please! Don't ask questions.. just get one of everything!

Francine C.

Great place for a romantic dinner. Food is excellent and well prepared. Service attentive, not intrusive. Atmosphere relaxing. So good that we went twice in 5 days.

Evan D.

The location was perfect for catching a show at Bank of America Theater. We had an excellent suggestion for a nice red wine from our waiter and the calamari appetizer was delicious (especially the sauce it was served in). He also recommended the sausage ravioli which didn't let me down at all. The sauce was 'spicy' which I enjoyed, the ravioli was fresh, and the sausage was very nice. I'm not going five stars simply because it didn't blow me away, but it didn't let me down either. Very good service and good food - you won't be let down.

Daniele B.

I'm so full! Amazing food. Our waiter David was so attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu items. I loved how you can make the ravioli dishes into smaller portions or full size. I had the herbed shrimp ravioli the full size which had 5 and it was more than enough. I was blown away. The presentation was beautiful and the ravioli had whole shrimp not minced up like some places. The prawns on top were cooked perfectly and the salad that was on top paired perfectly. My bf had the grass fed beef and the smaller portion on the sausage ravioli. The steak for was as thick as it was it was tender, juicy and very flavorful. It also had rapini which he loves and I'm not a fan of but I actually liked it. It was cooked the right way. It wasn't bitter. We also had the arugula salad with the buffalo mozzarella it was so fresh and so light. We also got dessert. We decided on two cause we couldn't decide on just one. We got the tiramisu and the profiteroles. Both were very delicious. The coffee was excellent as well not strong. Perfect ending to an amazing meal.

Lester A.

We just came back after a special birthday dinner with family. I felt it was good but certainly nothing special. When we arrived they were very respectful and kept us informed as when our table would be ready. We requested a round and they honored that request. The service was slow and the waiter was totally inattentive to our needs. He never asked about our meal and did not repour the wine or take additional drink orders. The food was good but certainly not great. The squash ravioli was good but we've had better. I had the chicken Milanese which had way to much cheese and not enough taste. Other people had different dishes and nobody raved about their meals. We shared a chocolate cake and an apple crostata. The chocolate cake was not very sweet and the apple dessert needed more zip. We were never asked if we wanted any coffee refills. We all get downtown quite often and were excited to try a new restaurant but this is certainly off our list.

Kristina B.

I didn't know what to expect when I got here. Well, that's a lie. I think I expected something like your typical first floor, dimly lit steakhouse (even though I know it's not a steakhouse) with lots of space for large parties and large appetites. What I got instead was a basement, dimly lit (I got one part right) that was spacious enough to get around but not super huge. More intimate, if you will (and believe me, I will...meow!). All in all, a nice setup. Very comfortable and romantic (if you're into that sorta thing). Our server was great. He knew a lot about the menu, offered up great suggestions and then also gave the reason for his suggestions. I had the farfalle with duck confit, asparagus and pine nuts. He mentioned that it was an item that has been on the menu for over 20 years. I simply had to try it after hearing that (I am also a huge fan of duck...and asparagus...and pine nuts). I must say, it was amazing. The duck was tender and the sauce (which was only the juice from the duck, really) was out of this world. I started to eat it and didn't want it to end. But it did (though it took awhile as the portion was a decent size). Dessert was amaretto cheesecake. Also amazing. Not overly sweet, not super creamy like your typical cheesecake. It was more 'rustic' and I'm glad it was. It went with the overall theme and feel of the restaurant. I would definitely come back here and would probably order the same thing. I am all about trying new things but this dish was so good that I picture myself wanting to experience it all over again if I am back. I'm pretty terrible with my Arnold impression but let's just say that I'll be baaahk.

Jackie D.

Not as good as on past visits, alas.

Lisa Z.

It's a little known secret that they'll let you split ravioli orders into half orders! I love the food here. I can never decide between the sausage ravioli and the butternut squash. Both are excellent, so it's awesome that I can go there and get BOTH. My only criticism of this restaurant is its temperature. The only time I've been here and wasn't totally freezing was a time that they told me the thermostat was broken, so it was too warm! Maybe someone should permanently break the thermostat.

Angela F.

This 100th Yelp review is dedicated to one of my very favorite restaurants in Chicago, if not the universe. I've dined at Trattoria No. 10 countless times over the last decade under a myriad of circumstances: business lunches, private events, romantic dinners, and can't recall ever feeling less than completely satisfied making the ascent up back to street level. About a year ago, I was diagnosed with gluten intolerance. While I remain cognizant this is entirely insignificant in comparison to many people's health challenges, I am a foodie through and through, and at the time felt like a piece of my soul died the day limitations were placed on my gastronomic assault on the world. While I've found many restaurants' gluten-free menus comprised of unimaginative, lackluster offerings, Trattoria No. 10 *shines* in the gluten-free arena. Their scrumptious pasta preparations can be made with quinoa linguini, and there are always several appetizers & entree options that are naturally gluten-free, or can be made so with a minor alteration. The service at Trattoria never disappoints; you're made to feel like you're the only table in the restaurant. The servers are well-versed on the menu, and aren't afraid to make a suggestion. During our last visit, the waiter talked me out of the pinot noir I was eyeing in favor of an Italian red he felt would pair better with the entrees we'd selected. His selection was dead on. I recommend Trattoria No. 10 without hesitation. If you enjoy fresh, seasonal food made with care and great service, you will love this restaurant. They also have a 'Special Occasion Club' you can join via their website to be emailed special offers & gift certificates. You'd better believe I'll be cashing in my complimentary birthday dinner this week!

Kendall D.

Excellent! We went here for Valentines Day this year and could not have been happier. We were seated as soon as we arrived, and despite being VERY crowded considering the evening, we were seated far enough away from other people so that it didn't feel like we were sitting on top of someone else's conversation. Wait staff was very friendly and attentive. We never felt like we were being rushed by our waiter--he gave us plenty of time to order and was attentive without being pushy, which can be hard to do. But we definitely took our time--we were probably at our table for over two hours and were one of the last ones to leave the restaurant. And I understand that it was probably after 11:00 by this point, but I'm giving this place 4 stars instead of 5 because people started to come around and take off table cloths and stack the tables to sweep the floors WHILE we were still sitting their finishing our meal. I found this to be rude, and even though our waiter was not rushing us or making us feel like we had to hurry and leave, this definitely sent that vibe. The restaurant is divided up in to a number of smaller rooms, and I felt like they could have at least started with an empty room, or just waited until the restaurant was empty. When you're paying that much for dinner, you definitely don't want to feel like you're a nuisance to those working, or like you're the one preventing them from going home or something. But, the food itself was FABULOUS. I ordered the Lobster Ravioli and it was incredible. Big chunks of delicious lobster, perfectly fresh and flavorful--highly recommend. We also started with a couple of appetizers, the grilled bruschetta and the carpaccio, both were delicious. Overall a fantastic experience! Highly recommend!

Lizz M.

Stop number two on the Restaurant Week train. Came here for lunch with a large group of about 13. When we arrived at our table, we noticed we weren't going to all fit in one even though the organizer of said lunch had received confirmation that we could all sit together. When my co-worker asked if we could all sit together, our waiter mumbled something about it not being possible because of Restaurant Week...okay? All right, moving onto the food. Trattoria did not disappoint. I started off with the greens, goat cheese and candied walnuts with a raisin vinaigrette. THANK YOU for not drowning my salad in dressing! Perfect balance of ingredients. Next, the main course. I chose the whitefish with polenta and mushroom and pea sauce--so delicious. The fish was cooked beautifully, the mushrooms and peas also perfection. The polenta was a tad on the firmer side, but still flavorful and creamy. Lastly, dessert. I have to be honest here and say that when I first peeked at the RW menu, the only thing I knew for certain I would get was the tiramisu and I regret nothing! The tiramisu had just the right amount of sweet, and even came with a chocolate-covered strawberry.

Paul L.

We went for.our 39 year anniversary. Food, wine, and service was outstanding. All the wines are Italian so ask for advice if you are not familiar with the varieties. Very nice location downstairs makes for a cozy feel.

Robbie L.

I am a Chicago resident and ate at the restaurant with my girlfriend prior to going to a show at the Bank of America Theater. The restaurant has a large dining area tucked in the basement of a modest building in the loop. It had a nice Italian ambiance to it but you can tell they are setup to serve the masses. I think that took away from it's vibe a bit. It's proximity to the theater district was great. The friendly staff did a good job of getting us in and out of the restaurant too. Perfect pre-show spot if you give yourself enough time. My only real complaint is that the $100+ bill seemed over the top for the in and out meal. I don't eat in the loop very often though, so maybe that is par for the course? I just felt like I could get a similar meal for half of that a couple of blocks north. There seems to be a lot of hype around the homemade ravioli which I thought was pretty good but not fantastic. We got the sausage and lobster varieties. I would have the lobster if I went again.

Nicolas M.

Came here tonight for dinner with a friend's mother. It's a nice restaurant that is underground and we were seated in the corner right next to the wall where the sound and vibrations of the subway could be felt. Unlike the subterranean location and subway, prices for the more exotic dishes here are sky high! Be aware. I ordered a lot of food, too much, as I didn't finish all of my chicken. Then again, they gave me three cuts of thinly sliced chicken breast. If I knew they were going to be so generous, I wouldn't have asked for the small side of pasta which I also didn't finish. Good service, attentive and professional waitress.

Shawn S.

Three instant pet peeves in our early experience with the restaurant. 1. They asked me to call back to confirm my reservation...annoying. 2. After a lukewarm, very UN-Italian greeting, they seated us right next to the kitchen even though we were eating at 6 and there were plenty of empty tables. 3. Exposed service stations along the wall to the left of the check-in. From there, the experience improved. There is a warming ambience even though they are in the basement...and no cell phones because of that :), but I think they could use a fresh coat of paint to keep up with the competition. They menu started with a solid selection of Italian Wine. The veal was good not great, the homemade ravioli was swimming in butter and rather disgusting. We ended up skipping dessert to go elsewhere.

Catherine J.

This was just what I needed on a windy fall night in the Windy City! I was travelling from out of town, and this restaurant was just a few blocks from my hotel. It's in a basement, so it might be a tad hard to find. Food was amazing, I had a duck confit dish that tasted like the essence of fall. And that was after I had the stuffed pumpkin appetizer! The pumpkin was a bit gimmicky, but delicious nonetheless. I'd like to try something similar at home. I wonder how they got the flesh of the pumpkin so soft and fork-friendly without looking like a baked puddle of squash? I was a tad disappointed by the decor. I was expecting something a little more chic after looking at the menu and reviews. Tile floor, cheesy stucco walls... all just a little more 90's and rustic than I was hoping for. Still, the ambiance proved to be cozy, and the food more than made up for it.

Bob S.

Very good Italian food near the hotel we came to stay at.

C. P.

We had tickets to the opera the other night and I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to treat ourselves to a little downtown luxury. Trattoria No. 10 was delightful! Since too many of their pasta options sounded tasty, we decided to make it a tapas kind of night and ordered the Pan Fried Bufala Mozzarella as a starter with 3 of their smaller portion pasta plates to follow - Ravioli with House Made Spicy Sausage, Herbed Pappardelle Pasta and Pesto Risotto. The flavors throughout each dish were amazing and fresh - simple yet complex - yum, yum, yum!

Mandar P.

If I could give 3.5 stars - I would have given it. But really nothing wrong with this place. Its nicely established in the lower level of the building - so you walk in through two doors to get to a curvy staircase which walks you down, nice dark wooden interior -- very much classic Italian. Limited choices for the Vegetarian like me (two raviolis) at least on the day I visited. I chose the butternut squash ravioli (on the recommendation) and it turned out pretty good...The bread and the spread in the beginning was delicious too...If you are in the mood for Italian - give this place at least a try.

Ashley W.

My hubby and I made reservations here to eat dinner before seeing Book of Mormon up the road at the Bank of America Theater. The decision to come here was largely based upon Yelp reviews (of course!) so we had high expectations. Our reservation was for 5:00 on a Saturday which is when they open. We were promptly seated and while the restaurant was relatively empty at that point, it soon began to fill up. Because Yelpers mentioned the ravioli a lot, that's what we went with. I went with the butternut squash ravioli while my husband went with the spicy sausage variety. Both were excellent, but I'd actually say that I enjoyed the spicy sausage more than the butternut squash. Both were light and delicious, and the portion was just right! We also tried the grilled caesar salad which was an interesting take on the classic version. After the first bite, I wasn't crazy about it, but the salad grew on me with each bite. Service was right on and QUICK! We were in and out of there in less than 45 minutes. I'm not sure if they're always that quick, but we had planned to be there much longer and ended up with over two hours to kill before the musical started. Overall it was delicious, but I think I still enjoy Francesca's a little more when it comes to good Italian food.

Ty F.

A truly amazing experience. Atmosphere is romantic without being over the top. Our server was incredibly helpful, especially when it came to the wine list, which can be overwhelming if you don't usually drink wine. We both got the dinner portion ravioli, herbed shrimp for myself and butternut squash for my lady. The food was delectable and the portions were perfect, not overflowing like many other Italian restaurants. A definite must-visit for all special occasions/anniversaries as well as Italian lovers in general.

DONNA M.

Great service, great atmosphere. Overall, a great lunch spot for client meetings, date, etc. I had the most delicious handmade, pillows of butternut squash ravoli. I can't wait to have this w/ my baby belly again - both my 6.5 month old baby in my belly and I were quite pleased :)

Edet N.

I can only provide one star because we never actually ate the food. See, we got there pressed for time. We had a show to get to a few blocks away. If done properly we should have been able to eat at a leisurely pace and move on. I was quite pleased when the waiter asked u if we were in a hurry for any reason as we sat down, (they often cater to the time-constricted crowd in the theater district) I said yes and he assured us that we would be fine on time. We ordered wine, an appetizer and the main course at the same time, about 5 min after we sat down. Apps and wine came out right away, but the main course...well that never quite made it. As the time ticked we arrived at am impasse. We had to leave. Without our food. Our experience was a kitchen slip up and not the waiters fault. The manager was very accommodating. Our apps and wine were comped and off we went.

Karah S.

The ravioli is homemade and delicious. Desserts were also fabulous. We loved the option to try any entree as an appetizer potion for around just $10 - for foodies, it could be nice to order three appetizer sizes and try three dishes instead of having just 2 entrees. The menu does not describe the dishes well, but the waiters do an excellent job elaborating - so don't be shy to ask for their recommendations - our waiter was spot on!

Santi D.

The restaurant's downstairs. It's like a secret! (This is just a take-out review because I didn't stay to eat.) Ambience is nice, lots of wood, large pretty bar, romantic date worthy. Grilled Baby Octopus: salad tasted fresh as did the seafood. The citrus fruit gave it a nice taste, very enjoyable. Grilled Rhode Island Calamari: very nice appetizer. I prefer huge chunks of calamari but here the calamari is more of an ingredient rather than the centerpiece. Served on crostini with what seemed like a light coating of cheese. Asparagus is semi-crunchy. Ravioli with House Made Spicy Sausage: the sauce was rich and delicious, pasta was firm yet soft, sausage tasted fresh. I'd get it again. Ravioli with Squash Blossoms: soft pasta, rich sauce, delicious veggies. Trattoria's way better than average so I'll give it a 4. Wish I could say more but I'm still coming off my high from Sprout and my taste buds have yet to come down.

Sarah H.

The ambiance was just like a Little Italy. I ordered the Ravioli With Butternut And Acorn Squash and it was delectable. I only had the appetizer portion which for me was just right. The dessert was not anything special. I would come here again. This place is just right if you are playing to see a show on Broadway since it is close to the Theater district.

Karolyn S.

Stopped here before a production at Bank of America Theatre. I was quite impressed by their dedication to fresh and organic. The caprese salad was absolutely delicious. My beau had the ravioli with asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes which was also fantastic. I wasn't a fan of the spread they served with the bread, but they had olive oil on the table so all was grand. For my entree, I had the veal scallopini which was great. I thought it had a bit too much oil, but the portobello mushrooms were an amazing treat. If you don't like salt, this dish isn't for you as it's topped with capers. For me, not too salty, but for my beau a bit much. He had the NY strip steak which was succulent and prepared perfectly. We passed on dessert and had some port instead. The Cockburn. Had to mention it as I couldn't help but have a Beavis & Butthead moment looking at it. It was delicious. Our waiter was attentive, but not overbearing. Plus, he cracked up when I ordered the Cockburn. Overall a great experience. The wine was overpriced at 13 bucks a glass. That would be my only drawback.

Martha V.

I loved this restaurant. First, I love Italian food. Second, they offer many of their dishes in "starter" sizes. Which means you can share plates with others in your party and have many, many tastes of the delicious food served here. And third, dessert was amazing. You can't go wrong. Italian food that is sized appropriately and followed by dessert. What's not to love? My husband and I split 5 "small plate" sized courses (Make sure to have a ravioli - it is house made and very, very good. We had both the sausage and butternut squash.). The Caprese salad is also not to be missed. But the most amazing, memorable part of the evening was the dessert. We shared profiteroles - two with chocolate gelato and one with caramel. Yum. Yum. Yum. This may have been the best dessert ever. We will be back the next time we are in Chicago....

Cristina H.

If I would have ordered the lamb FIRST i would have given it 5 stars but that Chicken Pasta i ordered at first was disgusting! I have never taken a meal back but I think I may have read it wrong when i ordered it bc I took two bites and I had to re order. I felt bad but then again if Im going to eat I need it to satisfy mt tummy too :) So after i got my lamb it was seasoned perfect and cooked perfect!!! The potatoes and veggies were good too!!! Our waitress was nice about everything and understanding so we had no problems but I liked the atmosphere of the place. I also had the calamari and they gave me alot more than I expected :) Would i go back hmmmm maybe but its so many other places i would try next. I saw this one couple actually make it to dessert and that chocolate covered strawberry looked absolutely AMAZING and DELICIOUS

Rachel S.

I came here for a business lunch last winter, just after reading "Animal Vegetable Miracle" by Barbara Kingsolver, and was especially aware of seasonality of food. I ordered the butternut squash risotto, thinking that surely would be made with ingredients that were in season, ya know, like, butternut squash. Well, there was butternut, but there was also... SUMMER SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI!!! I really wanted to pull the maitre d' aside and ask him when he though SUMMER squash is in season, then make sure he knew what season it was at the time, not that it would be easy to miss, as I recall that it was approximately 2 degrees that day. Anyway, I wasn't impressed, and I think its an abomination to serve summer squash and zucchini in the middle of winter. That's all.

Micki C.

Multo bene! Went here for a dinner with clients while we were in Chitown for an insurance conference. I loved everything about it. I loved the atmosphere going downstairs into a cozy dining room, our wait staff was amazing -- why is it when they read the menu to you everything sounds even more mouth wateringly delicious. My beet salad was delish, and holy ravioli. They home make their ravioli and boy is it worth it. I had the butternut and acorn squash and my fellow diners tried the other varieties. Everyone had rave reviews. I also got to taste the rack of lamb, melt in your mouth. We shared a few desserts: the apple crostata and chocolate truffle cake. Both good--the chocolate cake was very rich. One or two bites is all you need. The apple crostata was the table favorite though, the cranberries baked in with the apples was a scumptious flavor surprise. I booked the reservation based on other yelp reviews--thank you to everyone who preceeded me, you did not lead us astray. My very well traveled New York companions were very impressed with the selection, which means the food was good and earned me a few brownie points too. Thanks Yelp and Trattoria No 10! I've already sent two others your way when they were in Chicago for work.

Winston G.

Definitely one of the finer dining restaurants in the Loop area, especially for Italian food. In terms of food, the dishes were solid. Not five-stars good, but the butternut squash ravioli was a solid four-stars, the grilled octopus appetizer was four-stars, and the shrimp risotto was only three and a half stars. Didn't really like the tomato sauce base in that risotto. Overall though, if you want some good ravioli, this is the place to go. The main drawback about this place is probably the price - I thought that about $20 a dish for lunch was pretty expensive, given that it is just pastas and such. However, the quality is definitely there, and this might be a good option for a treat on a Friday.

Sahar M.

Went there with my office for spacial occasion. Good food. Butter squash ravioli is amazing.

David P.

The ravioli with asparagus is fantastic and the service is great. One of the best business lunch / dinner spots in the Loop.

Jeff F.

Ran is here a few weeks ago. Good call for lunch if there's no real price sensitivity. Ravioli is recommended. close to the Morningstar building.

Milan P.

First of all, no one should get five stars, but this one should get 4 and 1/2. The dining area was nearly filled with business lunch crowd, but we were there for a romantic luncheon and felt very comfortable. The food was very well-prepared in each course. The wait staff was attentive, not mechanically overbearing or scarce as water in the Sahara. The pasta was excellent - straightforward in structure and taste. The sauces were memorable. Three of my four criteria - savory, saucy, subtly. (The good taste of the food comes through unless it is made better by sauces and seasonings.) The fourth is service. Trattoria No. 10 fulfills all of those criteria. (Service is ears, eyes, and hands.) The best aspect of this restaurant is its consistency. Many restaurants can be good in part of their menu, with certain cooks/chefs, or on certain days of the week. This place has ALWAYS been a good experience for us. There are two measures of quality - absolute and comparative. Absolute - Is this place very good or not? Yes, in the case of Trattoria No. 10 Comparative - Are there better places to spend your money? No, not many.

Linh L.

It's pricey. We were here for desert. We came here for Vday night... got 2 glasses of wine and did the 3 desserts special. It came out to $50. Anyways, it was very good. I would come back here for real food.

Nikki S.

Service alone deserves the 5 stars! The chefs were more than accommodating with a large last minute party. And the food is great--especially for a special occasion.

Jeff S.

While not horrible, our meals did not live up to our expectations. Although known for their home-made ravioli, ours did not stand out. Maybe my palate isn't sophisticated enough, but both our meals seemed to lack something. Service was excellent and the restaurant is very romantic in nature but I probably won't be back...

Cristina T.

We came here last Saturday for dinner with friends. As soon as we walked downstairs and entered the dining room, I loved how intimate and cozy this restaurant was. We decided that upon seeing the menu that we would share everything. That may have been my first error. I was dining with a pretty picky eater who didn't want to eat any of my menu suggestions. I wish I could have tried the sausage ravioli, the duck pasta or the octopus dish. Unfortunately we ended up settling on 2 salads(both decent), parmesan ravioli(pretty good), black pasta(a little spicy, but not too much flavor) and the polenta(unique with the figs, but nothing special). The table bread was also lackluster. The only redeeming quality of this meal was the dessert. We shared the sampler dessert and picked the tiramisu, profiteroles and pistachio gelato cup. Everything was gone by the time we left. Dessert left me with a pleasant taste in my mouth, however I don't think that I will be heading back here when there are plenty of great Italian places in Chicago.

Tim S.

My wife and I celebrated our 34th wedding anniversary here. I had asked for a booth through Open Table and although there are not a lot of booths we were promptly seated at one. Our waiter Mike was terrific and explained the menu and answered our questions. The restaurant was relatively crowded, but my wife and I had no problem holding a conversation. The food was great. My wife started with a salad, while I shared the calamari with her. The calamari was very flavorful. My wife skipped a second course while I tried a smaller portion of the mushroom risotto. Again this dish was a winner. For our entree my wife had lobster ravioli while I had the Osso Buco. Both dishes were excellent. The pork in the Osso Buco fell off the bone, was flavorful without being salty. The only thing I wish was different is that I with my dish was served on risotto and not mashed potatoes. Not that the potatoes were not great. I just prefer risotto with this dish. We closed off the meal with Tiramisu which was compliments of the restaurant and had Happy Anniversary written in chocolate. We had a nice bottle of wine with the meal and some coffee afterwards. The service was attentive without being overwhelming. We never felt rushed. All in all an excellent way to celebrate 34 years with a wonderful woman.

Evan Thoreau H.

Alrighty, I'll leave the Michelin star mumbo jumbo up to the real foodies. I just wanna say this: for a fairly affordable and nice atmosphere before going to a show in Chicago's Theater District, Trattoria 10 has a great little feast of a deal. In the early evening, if you can grab a seat at the bar, they have a happy hour buffet for a reasonable $12 w/ drink purchase. Nothing too outstanding, but a nice sampling of antipasti, salads and pasta that makes for a nice light meal before a show. Hey, it's not Broadway, but we're getting there.

Jiordan C.

I've been here twice. Both times I left drunk and full of dessert. The menu is eclectic, they're great with substitutions, and the servers are all very nice and generally knowledgeable. I've only ever been here to tag along on business dinners, so I'm a bit biased. They aim to impress, which always makes dining out more fun. The salads are mixed well, with seasonal fruits and nuts, often making use of asparagus and other greens I really enjoy. The soft shelled crabs are a bit bland, but that may just be my particular palate talking. But on the other hand, truly good duck. I am a duck fan from way back. I wouldn't know about the red meat, but if you're into that, it looks plenty bloody and delightful, so hey. I hear it's damn decent.

Simone C.

Went to Chicago as a tourist and stumbled upon this great place. The pasta is divine, the atmosphere very soft and romantic, the waiters very attentive without being overbearing. Got the Ravioli with squash, it was delicious, made it straight to the top 5 pasta dishes I have ever eaten.

Lindsay B.

Great location in the theater district, and a wonderful pairing with just such an event. Service was fine, not amazing, but attentive. Food was very delicious. I had the deconstructed ceasar salad which was grilled and wonderful. We tried several of the fresh raviolis, all fantastic. I love that they have small portions of the pastas so I can have a portion I'm supposed to, and my boyfriend can try two different items intsead of just one- we had 3 different raviolis at our table and enjoyed sharing. The menu also changes frequently, which is good or bad depending on your opinion (I happen to enjoy the changes when restaurants have them). We will likely be back the next time we are in Chicago for a show. Atmosphere, location, and food all great!

Mary Y.

I'm sad to say that Trattoria has lost its rank as my favorite in Chicago. My last trip there was really disappointing. The service was really poor and our waiter was very indifferent to our requests. They had our favorite wine on the menu, but after that, things went downhill. The food was just ok. The experience, not great. We had to search for our waiter to cash out, and the restaurant was going dark. He came back to check on us once in 3 hours. This is not the sort of service I am used to at Trattoria. The last time I visited (which I've done multiple times a year for 6 years), the chef appeared from the kitchen to tell us she couldn't deliver on our normal request for our caprese, because the tomatoes weren't to her standards. So she whipped up something special for us, just because that's the kind of restaurant they...used to be. I know I should judge on the quality of the food, and not this guy who may have just been having a bad night. But all 3 of us ordered off the menu with slight modifications, so we weren't high maintenance or anything. I'm disappointed. I'll give them another try but could be swayed easily by a new experience.

He And She I.

Butternut squash ravioli, polenta, ramp and pea risotto, and deconstructed potato leek soup, all fresh. Great service, and very innovative plating. I don't know that we would come back soon, as most of the stuff seemed to taste the same, even if it was high quality cooking. Maybe a little heavy on the "savory" taste scale.

Susan G.

Not Great when the Air Conditioning Isn't Working I had recommended and made a reservation at this restaurant for lunch with an out of town friend. I arrived at the restaurant and it was HOT! I was told that the air conditioning had been fixed an hour earlier and that it was getting cooler. We would have gone somewhere else, but it was noon and that would have been very difficult. We started with salads (garden and Caesar) and we each had squash ravioli which was excellent. We thought that we'd try to cool off with sorbet, but not even that helped. I was a bit surprised that no one really apologized about the temperature in the restaurant or offered free ice tea or something to diners to compensate for the ungodly heat. Our meal was definitely 4 stars, but the heat really impacted our enjoyment of the meal. Cost for lunch per person including tax and tip was about $40.

Karen P.

You can blame Mona Lisa in Huntington Beach, CA for this review. I've been spoiled. Anyways, this is by far is the WORSE Italian food EVER. You know that feeling when you spent over $100 worth of food for 3 dishes and it makes you just furious...well that's what I went thru. I demand NOT to be servd a cold ravioli ever again.

A K.

The recent addition of Chef John Caputo is a great find for Trattoria 10. He is a very talented chef. The food is excellent and the service is good. If you haven't been here in awhile, it is time to return.

Eric F.

Very good food! Small portions and overpriced. Lobster ravioli was great and I would recommend it.

Tracy T.

Neat place. Inconspicuous from the outside - walk downstairs to the restaurant. Nice interior, simple, warm, and welcoming. Great atmosphere. Awesome service. Wine was very good. All of our food was amazing from appetizers to dessert. I had been craving good Italian food for a long time (East Lansing, MI is lacking) & Trattoria #10 definitely exceeded expectations.

Beebe G.

i am impressed by the customer service and dining experience today during our lunch at trattoria no. 10. the hostess was very friendly and our server, david was super nice, professional and friendly. he knew the menu very well. i'm glad the owner and chef chose to use sustainable ingredients and, they make their own pasta too. gotta love that! we chose the restaurant week lunch menu. for starters i had the field greens, my husband had the ravioli filled with asparagus and they were very yummy. our secondi was the homemade pappardelle w/chicken ragout and the whitefish with polenta and peas and mushrooms. i like how light and fluffly the polenta was and how fresh everything tasted. the portions were plenty. returning back from italy not long ago and tasting homemade fresh pasta totally brougt me back after i sunk my teeth into the pappardelle. it was so delicious! i didn't finish my entire meal and had half of it wrapped b/c i really wanted to finish my dessert choice, the tiramisu. simply out of this world delish. and the warm chocolate truffle cake was just as to die for. the ambiance was just fine. david offered to sign us up on their mailing list so we can get a gift certificate to use for our birthday meal. i can't wait. i would recommend you try this place for lunch or dinner and have a most pleasant time. you will enjoy it from beginning to end.

Amanda M.

Atmosphere was really nice and cozy. Split the butternut and acorn squash ravioli and spicy sausage ravioli for appetizers. Wow, the ravioli definitely is their specialty. The butternut and acorn ravioli in particular was extremely delightful. Great texture and nice nutty and earthy flavor. The spicy sausage also had a nice unique flavor that wasn't too spicy. Had the wild mushroom risotto accompanied by an arugula salad. Everything was super fresh and the salad was a larger portion than I thought it would be. While the entree dishes were expected to be of smaller plates, it was still very satisfying and not as small as other higher-end restaurants. The risotto itself was decent. While it had plenty of various mushrooms, it did not have as robust of a mushroom flavor as I would have liked. I think think was attributed to the slight overly cream-heaviness of the dish. Service was delightful...refilled our water and wine glasses regularly. There was a mix-up in one of our table's orders, but that was resolved very quickly and respectfully.

Sarah M.

Not having a reservation on a Saturday night in the city can prove to be a challenge. Called ahead and was told we could come in anytime. Perhaps I'm a snob but I was immediately concerned that it was so easy to get a table. Spoiler alert, nothing to fear, this place is actually really good. (sorry for saying spoiler alert. that's really uncool of me) We were seated immediately and the food and drinks were great. The ravioli is truly as good as people are saying. Surprisingly excellent food. The big con: no music. eerie. Luckily I was with a fantastic dinner companion so this was not problematic. However, don't go with someone you don't like very much or on a first date, the silence would make those awkward silences even more awkward.

David L.

All the food here is amazing. The service is quite good. It is downstairs, which is weird to me, but they have an elevator I believe as well as the tight staircase. It is very intimate, and has an upscale feel to it. Nothing I ate - like most of Chicago - was particularly 'light', but man was it good. I went here probably 8 times in a 7 week period - they were right next door to my customer. VERY GOOD FOOD!

Jennifer V.

While the boy and I were in Chicago on a mini-vacation, we decided to come here for dinner on the last Saturday of Restaurant Week (we picked the perfect time to come back out to Chicago, clearly). We made reservations, but it seemed like we didn't really need them. It was still pretty early (5:30pm), because we were going to see "South Pacific" at the Cadillac Palace and wanted to make sure we had enough time. Our server, Steven (or was it Stephen? haha), was awesome. Really friendly, super knowledgable, and not pushy. The boy ended up having the ravioli, and I ended up having the fettucine with shrimp. Holy hell, they were both to die for. The pasta was so fresh - it reminded me of my old friend's Nonna's (Italian for "grandma") homemade pasta that she made every Sunday for family dinners. We really enjoyed our dinner. I also had beer that tasted just like Scotch, which also made me insanely happy.... The place itself is also quite pretty - simple decor, in a basement, dim lighting... I like the dark woods a lot; it gives a warmer, more romantic feel to the otherwise kinda eerie basement vibe. We'll definitely be back here next time we're in Chicago!

Josh V.

I went here on a Friday night with three friends. It's a quiet, elegant place, tucked away in the basement. It's definitely not hip or trendy or "fun". It also wasn't overly busy on a Friday evening around 8:00. In fact there were only a handful of tables seated when we sat down at 7:45. When we left around 9:00 it was noticeably busier, but still not full. So about the food: I liked it a lot. I started with a salad which was tasty and fresh. My entree was the rigatoni with chicken. It was very good... flavorful sauce and not too much of it. The only thing I might change would be to add more chicken. I tried my friends' sausage ravioli and chicken, and both were delicious as well. The service was spot on. Attentive but not overly so. One odd thing happened though. They kept pulling out a ladder and adjusting the track lights in our area. It happened at least 3-4 times throughout our meal. I guess they're trying to personalize the lighting? Anyway it was strange. I noticed a number of couples here, so I guess it's a good date spot. I'll have to remember that in case I ever get a date.

Nancy C.

Do all of us a favor and don't go here and order the house made ravioli with asparagus sundried tomato, and provolone if you are unsophisticated enough to not know that fresh asparagus, cooked correctly, will still have a bit of "tooth" to it. If you think it should be the consistency of baby food, order Chef Boy Ar Dee and stay home and leave Trattoria for those of us who know better. This place rocks and has been in business more than 20 years in the Loop. Great atmosphere, top notch servers, farm fresh food. And that ravioli is heavenly. Go during the holidays (Dec/Jan) and have the best lobster ravioli anywhere.

Anna P.

My office had a goodbye dinner for a dear colleague here recently and they did a wonderful job! I had walked by this place many times (I love the lunches next door) and always wondered what it was like, and in fact the entire restaurant is underground so it's much bigger than it looks. There were about 16 of us, which is a pretty tough group to handle for a full dinner, and they seated us in our own little alcove which was lovely. We did all get some wine and the restaurant week menu, although the regular menu looks fantastic as well. The wine and food were all delicious - I couldn't resist the specialty butternut squash and it actually made a perfect appetizer. I then had a shrimp linguine and pasta dish that was good, and finished off with the apple tart. All delicious and top-notch. The service was fine but a bit surly, though that may have been due to our group size. The prices normally are a little steeper than what I usually like to pay for pasta, but I'd go back here for a special occasion or restaurant week.

Paul B.

Very good food. We went their for my finance's birthday and had a great dinner before a show at bank of America theatre. Service and food were great. It was sort of pricey but that is explained by the 3 dollar signs. We had a reservation at 5pm and were sat at about 4:55.

Pedro S.

2nd visit here. Both were flawless. Perfect food. Excellent service. Great ambiance. All food was carefully crafted and delicious. Grilled caesar salad is spectacular. Pastas were cooked al dente. No complaints. Great door man to hail a taxi in the cold.

Craig V.

My family and I had dinner a Trattoria No. 10 Saturday evening and it was nothing short of amazing. First off, we were fortunate to get a table as we wandered in off the street without a reservation after trying to see the Festival of Lights Parade and failing to get any where near it. The staff was very kind and accommodating. I am not going to write a huge long review, although Trattoria No. 10 certainly deserves it, but here are the highlights: - The Baked Baby Pumpkin, Rhode Island Calamari, and Caprese with Mozzarella di Bufala were fantastic. - The Ravioli and Spicy Sausage were the best I have ever had. I literally could not believe how amazing this dish was. - And the Chocolate Truffle Cake was sinfully good. Although the Smutty Dog Old Brown Dog Ale wasn't made there it was also delicious (they have a very good beer menu). The atmosphere in the restaurant is fantastic for a romantic date (we were undressed - oops, under-dressed LOL- and not representative of the typical Saturday evening crowd I suspect) and the wait staff is amazing (both nice as could be and very knowledgeable). This is the best restaurant I have been to in ages and would recommend it without hesitation.

Saira K.

This is a beautiful restaurant. The butternut and acorn squash ravioli with walnut butter was perfect. My friend had the lobster ravioli, and this was also exceptional. I was so eager to eat my scallops, but sadly, there was some sand or dirt in them. The chocolate truffle cake was great.

Allen H.

Nice place, good atmosphere but wasn't worth the money. Their signature beat ravioli was cold, like ice cold, must have been on purpose, which I wasn't a fan of. I ordered the pepper crusted NY steak and it was OK. The wine was OK but overpriced. The waiter came back at least 4 times asking if we were ready to order, that was a bit annoying. I think there is far better Italian restaurants in the city.

Polly W.

My girlfriend and I went here last night and really enjoyed our meal. We had the Shrimp Ravioli and the Salmon. Both were delicious! We had the Chocolate Molten Cake for dessert. It was perfect. Loved our meal

Jeff S.

The food was amazing and the service didn't skip a beat when dealing with a food allergy. The ravioli with the spicy sausage was my entree and was delicious. The downstairs location adds to the ambiance.

Maggie P.

At Trattoria, I love the simple concept they use for preparing their dishes--- simple, flavorful, and not dripping in garlic sauce (aka a chef's crutch) Although pricey, it's a nice change from your normal high-end dining experience. The staff is attentive, friendly, and made sure I was drinking the exact wine I wanted. My suggestions are the scallops and the butternut acorn squash ravioli. The risotto was pretty weak, a dish I wouldn't order again. Overall, 4 stars. Just know that you're getting simple, fresh food for a high price.

Lauren B.

The restaurant is downstairs and I was wearing my tallest heels. I walked so delicately in my 5 and a half inch heels down those stairs but still managed to sound like an elephant :) I was cracking jokes about myself and the staff at the hostess stand happily joined in.....I liked that. Our waiter, a gentleman whose name I cannot remember, was the best I have had in a LONG time. Attentive but not pushy, he let us gesture to him when we wanted to order, paced our meal perfectly, and as far as I am concerned while he was dealing with other patrons he never really took his attention off of us. I venture to guess everyone else in his section had the same lovely experience. Now on to the good stuff. THE FOOD! Tratorria is a certified green, sustainable restaurant and they list the farms they get their proteins and produce from on the menu....Local!! I LOVED THIS!!! The bread isn't served with butter, but with pureed garbanzo beans mixed with a few other things that I couldn't place, but YUM! I started with the Minestrone that was served table side from an individual carafe/container. Hearty and light, with big chunks of veggies that were cooked perfectly. The boyfriend has the potato leek soup which I of course tried and it was DELICIOUS! The better of the two soups. Trattoria no. 10 is known for their housemade ravioli, so why would I order anything else? I had the roasted corn ravioli that was served with shrimp, pancetta, and a light cream sauce. I really do mean a light sauce, it was not heavy and the perfect amount was served......it wasn't like so many places that drown the pasta in the sauce. Here at Trattoria, they want you to taste the pasta and it is well worth it. The mixture of the roasted corn with the shrimp and pancetta was delightful. A flavor profile I would not of thought of, but I suppose that is why I am not a chef. The boyfriend had a heirloom tomato ravioli that was served cold, with sliced heirloom tomatoes on top as opposed to a sauce. He was happy, or at least I assume so being that he ate his in what seemed like 10 seconds :) This is a great spot for all the theater goers in this area of the city. I also think it would be a great spot for a business lunch or dinner. I WILL BE COMING BACK HERE FOR SURE!

Katy D.

The place is BEAUTIFUL. The service is super. However, with that said, while my whitefish at lunch was indeed tasty, it was way too salty. My husband's ravioli was also too salty. The caprese was simply divine, but it was served on a plate that was recently chipped, and the waiter left the chip in the plate. Too bad. Reasonable price. Good service. But I just wonder about the heavy hand in the kitchen and the lack of attention to detail.

Emily H.

Thanks to my trusty Yelp! app for helping me find this restaurant near my hotel while on a business trip. This is some of the best Italian food I've had! My friend and I split the prosciutto and melon appetizer which was crisp and delicious. For my main I got the duck confit farfalle. What can I say? It's pretty hard for me to pass up duck on a menu... and this was melt-in-my-mouth fantastic! But the best part was the dessert. We got a chocolate lava type cake (don't remember the exact name) and it was amazing. I left stuffed and full of red wine... mmm. I would recommend this to anyone, especially if the company is paying!

Mahsa T.

I really was not happy that we paid $50 for two plates of ravioli and a minestrone soup, but I'll get over it. I thought going here for lunch would be cheaper than dinner, but I was wrong because lunch prices are just as expensive. And there really isn't much to justify the outrageous prices, the restaurant is below ground with no windows or view and layout of the restaurant is a bit awkward and cramped and there's nothing fabulous in terms of decor either. The food was decent--their best entree is the squash ravioli in a lemon butter sauce, delicious and melts in your mouth. The sausage ravioli was a bit too spicy for my taste. The minestrone was decent and the soup of the day, the cream of mushroom, was a bit too strong or pungent or something. Service was excellent. There are many tables so no wait to get seated. Our whole lunch took only half an hour, so if you need a quick lunch or pre-theater dinner place, they can get you in and out in a hurry here.

Mat C.

Definitely my go to pre-theater dinner spot! Always delish-lish, and served impeccably.

Christopher G.

Hadn't been to this tried and true place for a while. Big disappointment. Tomato soup too salty. Ravioli way too salty! I still have the taste of salt in my mouth. I need to eat some raw carrots... Come on, guys! Cooking 101!

Dale K.

the appetizers were good. the carpaccio of beet 'ravioli' was inspired and outstanding. The caprese salad and prosciutto were serviceable. The Entree's were a major disappointment. Our table ordered the butternut squash ravioli was pedestrian and for the most part, too tough to eat. the veal scallopine was tasteless and without seasoning. The farafalle duck confit was equally tasteless and without any seasoning. the sauce with the farfalle was heavy and utterly boring. this is not a restaurant we will revisit. nor is it one i would recommend . the service was fine, but hardly redeemed the otherwise lazy and diffident preparations.

Greg M.

Like just about everyone there we were having dinner before seeing a play (Book of Mormon, really good) and the waiter made sure we were out on time. The dining room had a comfortable feel and wasn't too loud. The food was really good. I have a gluten allergy so I got the spinach fettuccine but substituted in their gluten free linguine. The sauce was light and creamy with lots of flavor, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. My wife had one of their many versions of ravioli and said it was one of the best she's had. Easily four-star worthy. The only negative is its in the lower-level of the building so no windows, but it wasn't that noticeable.

Leslie S.

This is a really great little place. First we had the carpaccio. WINNER! It tasted fantastic. Next I had the housemade pappardelle, prepared with wild mushrooms, marsala wine and a gorgonzola cream sauce. It was in the top 3 most delicious things I've ever eaten. So why only 4 stars? It was drafty as all get out! It was a nippy day in the windy city, and gusts of cold air kept on blowing through the place. The waiter told us it was an old building and they got drafts like that coming through all the time. Ladies: bundle up a little bit, and you'll be very glad to eat there.

Jenny H.

This is one of the best Italian restaurants I ever went to. All their food is so fresh and their sauces, pasta, cheeses, and meats are all so absolutely delectable: You must get: Butternut squash ravioli- it comes in this light, buttery sweet and salty sauce, and the ravioli pasta is thin yet perfectly al dente, with the inside buttery, sweet, soft squash- like nothing I've ever had before Farfalle with duck confit and pine nuts- the sauce that this pasta is in is absolutely delicious, it's this rich yet light burgundy, flavorful, meaty sauce, and the duck confit is delicious The mozzarella salad was fresh and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and the dessert of the trio of chocolates was fantastic as well. YOU MUST VISIT this restaurant!!!! Service was excellent as well.

Ardy O.

We had a wonderful lunch, food was excellent (especially the ravioli filled with butternut squash and pumpkin) ~ our waiter Dave was especially nice. He recommended food to us and let us take our time since we were sharing a bottle of wine. Love this restaurant, sorry I didn't find it sooner!!

Josh B.

Had a fantastic dinner at no. 10. Great atmosphere, terrific service, good food, good wine. The specialty seems to be handmade ravioli; they had 5 different kinds the night we were there and we ordered 3 kinds in appetizer portions. Wow. I really recommend doing what we did. Also our server was very knowledgeable about Italian wines and made excellent recommendations on what to drink, even letting us know which wines were sub-par. Setting is quiet and romantic, a nice change from the noisy open kitchens of many other places I ate on my visit.

Katie T.

This is an absolutely lovely restaurant! The location is unassuming, below ground, but once you enter the decor is old style italian. I had their signature ravioli (made fresh in house) and it was fantastic! I could definitely tell it was homemade. My husband had their pork and enjoyed his dish as well. The thing I appreciated was the portion sizes. We had an appetizer, main course, and still had room for dessert. They give you just enough food to enjoy and feel full without being ovewhelmed by a gigantic portion as other italian restaurants tend to do. Service was attentive and quick, which was perfect since we were headed to see a show after dinner. This place is a must-go if you're in this part of Chicago and want a nice, elegant italian meal.

karen e.

Took my 13 year old son before a casual opera event. He was a little wary but ended up happy. The waiter was great and very helpful with trying to find food that my finicky son would eat. I don't think it was the restaurants fault that the portions were smaller than he would have liked and a little more complicated than he prefers. Atmosphere lovely, they seemed happy to have a well behaved kid. My food was delicious and I would go back in a heartbeat. Although I would wait a few years to take my guy again. He probably needs a slightly lower priced, larger portion place like the Italian Village right now.

Patty S.

The stars are based on the atmosphere and a dish I tried. I ordered their one of their "Signature Ravioli" which was Ravioli with fresh mozzarella, grilled asparagus, caramelized onions, pea tendrils, pine nuts, lemon, and herbs which as just okay. I think if a restaurant is going to put "Signature" on their menu, it should be shockingly good and not forgettable the minute you are done with the dish. On the other hand, my dinner date got the veal scaloppini and it was delicious! Probably one of the best veal scaloppini's I've had in the city. The mushrooms added a nice flavor profile to just a simple veal with prosciutto (how you'll see served at most places). Oh, I almost forgot to mention one of the best parts of the dish - the roasted shallot demi-glace sauce! OH MY! I think I'd be happy just drinking that sauce by itself! It's a good place to go for dinner if you are going for a show afterwards. I just wouldn't recommend the ravioli I got....

Jim D.

This restaurant was very convenient, as we were going from here to the Chicago Theater, only a block or so away. The food was quite pleasant and the ambiance of the restaurant was very comfortable. Our waiter was knowlegable as to the menu and wine list. Overall my family and I were quite pleased and would return on our next trip to the theater.

Carol K.

Trattoria No. 10 is one of those perfect places to grab dinner before going to any of the many theaters in the area. The food is great, and their quick, efficient service will ensure that you make your curtain call on time. If you are really in a hurry, or want to stop by after work to fill up- Mon - Friday they have a $12 buffet that has all sorts of beautiful salads and meats (quite the spread) in the bar area. It looked delicious but we opted to sit down and order off the menu ( I, for once, was actually early for our reservation as the "traffic gods" were smiling yesterday!). I am a big sharer of food and I love when a restaurant splits it in the kitchen for me and then brings it out. Our serving team took the time to do this with both our appetizer and our dessert. Way to go! We started with the prosciutto plate. It was supposed to come with pineapple but since I have an issue with citrus, they just added a few more slices of the delicious meat. Interesting combination of flavors as it was served with nuts and slivered mint. Next up for our appetizer we split the spicy beef ravioli, and spicy is was! Splitting it was perfect as we each got 3 raviolis as any more would have been too much. And finally for our entrees-we went with the server's recommendation of the lamb osso bucco and the veal scallopini. Both were delicious but in my book the veal was the winner. Glancing at our watches we quickly split the highly touted apple crostini which was just as good as our server said it would be. Love the location as it is intimate and cozy (it is actually below street level) and that the server's know that their "bread and butter" is from the theater crowd so they do an excellent job in getting you in, out and on your way (in our case all that food in a little over an hour and we didn't feel rushed). Definitely a great way to start your night in the theater district.

Jo W.

All the single ladies! (All the single ladies!) All the si- *bitchslaps self* Sorry about that. Ladies, all I'm going to say is that if you want some SERIOUS eye candy during your lunch hour, make your way down here. Ahem. Moving on to the food - in a word, delicious. I had the rigatoni pasta dish with grilled chicken and it was perfect in every way. I'm someone who HATES leftovers, but I'd gladly take this home. In fact, I'm kind of regretting I didn't. My coworkers both got the ravioli which was so delicious (I'm told) that they both cleaned their plates. Lunch for the 3 of us ran $100. This isn't somewhere I'd eat every week, but if I wanted to have a nice lunch with a friend or coworker I'd definitely come back here. Service was eh. Our server was generally not very friendly and a bit slow to do everything which got really annoying, but the busboys were quick with the water refills for me (I think I drank a gallon or so thanks to them) and the food came out fast. So, there's that. Reservations are accepted and strongly recommended. We were able to call ahead and get a table with about 15 minutes notice, but I think we just lucked out because this place is hoppin'. If you're looking for a lunch on the nicer side and want to escape the hustle and bustle of the loop, slip underground to Trattoria No. 10, relax, and enjoy the amazing food.

Mara S.

I've been here a couple of times now - 1 lunch, 1 dinner. I wasn't overly impressed. The service is quite good, but the food is only ok. I had the Butternut squash for dinner and it was so rich I couldn't finish it. I had a salad for lunch that was good, but small. I appreciate the quaint atmosphere and can see where it would be a good date restaurant, the homemade pasta is good, but I left both times feeling like it wasn't as good as it could have / should have been. I'd typically give the restaurant 3 stars, but because of their good service, which has been lacking in some other experiences lately, I'm giving them an extra star. Also, they had gluten free pasta for my friend and I think that's kind of awesome. Worth a try for sure, but wouldn't go back on my own dime.

Sandy R.

I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed No. 10. Went there before the Jeff Beck concert because of location but would travel downtown to dine there again (which is high praise considering how much I despise going downtown). It's a large restaurant but it's divided into smaller rooms which keeps the noise down. We started with the pan-roasted mushroom ragu and the beef carpaccio. We enjoyed both but the mushrooms were the standout dish with earthly flavors and a touch or more of cream for decadence. We also had the arugula salad with Granny Smith Apples and grilled Caesar salad with organic romaine hearts. The slight grill on the romaine really amps up the profile and the anchovies were delicious. For entrees we had housemade veal agnolotti, black pepper pappardelle and the ravioli with asparagus. The pappardelle was my favorite but all were really good. We ended a great meal by sharing the Amaretto chocolate mousse cake which was outstanding.

Michael G.

Went with a party of six adults. The basement dining room was very nicely decorated and provided a nice atmosphere. The appetizers were great, with fresh ingredients (especially the burata cheese!). The pasta was very good but with a bit too much sauce (spicy ravioli had large gobs of tomato sauce on top). I had the stuffed porchetta, which was also very good; one of my guests said the scallopine was overcooked. Very nice desserts. The service was uneven - our waiter forgot about us for a bit (though he was generally attentive), and the person refilling the water glasses spilled water on the table three times without apologizing or making an effort to clean up. I gave three stars because I expected more of an expert touch given the high prices. A good dinner, but I'm not sure I'd go back.

Reuben C.

Solid Italian food. Wasn't blown away by the lobster ravioli, but the duck confit pasta was very flavourful. Good service: the waiter facilitated wine choice by bringing samples and was helpful when we wanted to substitute the type of pasta that came with the duck confit. Location worked well as a pre-Opera dinner venue.

B. Y.

Cozy, romantic Italian with housemade ravioli. yum. I had the heirloom tomato ravioli (served chilled) and the butternut squash ravioli in walnut butter. Both were delicious. Service was good and patient (we took a while to order and also shut the place down).

Lisa T.

Ahh, Restaurant Week. The shining beacon of yummy goodness in an otherwise dreary February. Friend and I came here on a Saturday night and the place was packed. Crowd seemed to be older and everyone was very well dressed. Decor was something you'd expect from a nice upscale Italian place: dimly lit, but a nice ambiance. Service was very good. Our waiter was attentive and the food arrived fast. i started off the first course with the Butternut Squash Ravioli topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Delicious. The ravioli was soft and doughy and the herbs and vegetables made it surprisingly refreshing. When my fork found the puréed butternut squash, it was like discovering gold. I then had the fettuccine with shrimp and sun-dried tomatoes and leeks (i believe). It was pretty average and could have done well with a sauce or a thinner pasta. For dessert, tiramisu, which again, was pretty average, but still good. I'm giving this place 4 stars, for the good service and the ravioli, which is worth coming back for!

Sarah S.

Great ravioli - we shared the house made spicy sausage and the maine lobster ravioli - YUM!

Timothy S.

Great place for a business lunch. Food and service was excellent.

Michelle M.

Did you know? This restaurant has been Michelin rated! I came here bc my bf was obsessed with michelin stars and wanted to try something that was rated (ex. Blackbird, Sepia, Spiaggia). He also wanted to try during restaurant week, when everything was booked. We decided upon this place since they still had open reservations. The restaurant is in an easy to find location and offers valet parking for $12? or $15. It's not bad considering parking on the street is already $10 (5 bucks per hour) -- that is, if you can find street parking. You enter into the basement into a neat, italian, homely, warming and welcoming restaurant with tables covered with white linen. It's a great date place. Although the ambiance was nice, the food was not so much. We ordered from the prix fixe menu, trying 1 of everything. We had a ravioli with butternut squash to start (GREAT), as well as pan roasted seasonal mushrooms, and some salad. The latter 2 were not so good. For the entree, my bf had a skirt steak which was ok. I had the squid ink linguini which was bland and tasteless. My friend has the ravioli with asparagus which was ok as well. However, the DESSERT WAS AMAZING! The granny smith apple crostada with vanilla gelato was to die for! Another good thing was you could substitute your dessert with the house wine. It was a nice option. Overall, I've experienced better. 2 stars for great try, but I'm somewhat disappointed by the Michelin rating.

Tak-seng L.

A nice find of a restaurant! It's quite sneaky and hidden because there's only one doorway to the restaurant and it's located in the basement of the building across the street from Cosi and the Adler School of Professional Psychology. The food is quite delicious...from the appetizers to the desserts. The wine selection was good but many of them I didn't know and my wife and I drink a fair amount of wine. They seemed mostly to be imported so that's probably why I was ignorant to them. We mostly go for CA wine. For dinner I had the salmon with sauteed spinach and it was wonderful. Nice size portion, well prepared with a good balance of flavors and textures. We had a three dessert sampler and it was oh so tasty! I'd definitely recommend this place for business, romantic dinner or even hanging out at the bar. During happy hour they have food trays with apps that you can nibble on. Quite a nice perk and seems to be common in this type of place. La Rosetta on Madison used to do the same thing, don't know if they still do though. Anyway, I think it's worth a try for those who like to try different fine dining places in Chicago.

D H.

I used to go here many, many years ago for my book club and they used to have a great happy hour buffet. I was here for lunch and ordered the sirloin steak, which I have to say, was surprisingly tough. They either need to raise the price point and get a better quality meat or take it off the menu. The other thing is the lighting. I get the idea of intimate lighting but this is more like dark. I think it tries hard to be what it wants to be, but I don't think it succeeds. All in all, we had a nice lunch but it was fine rather than fabulous.

Jen B.

Trattoria No. 10: Your menu is to die for and your cave-like bar is my new favorite place to grab an after work (or midday, if I'm being real) drink. I love, love, love this place. So many great pasta, fish and salad dishes on the menu. Plus, I dig the underground ambiance of an Italian wine dungeon. Try the salad sampler. You get three "salads," which are actually mini-entrees like a coucous-stuffed apple, shrimp on pasta and other wondrous things. I got the rainbow trout salad, and it was a large piece of fish next to a really yummy mix of arugula, green beans and tomatoes in a lemony vinaigrette. Also split the blueberry lemon panna cotta. It comes with a shot of lemoncello. Just awesome. Kick back and resist emerging out into the daylight.

Ali W.

SOOO GOOD! I had the spinach pasta and it was amazing. The chicken was melt in your mouth good and the cream sauce wasn't too heavy. There was a lot of flavor- it was perfect. Highly recommend checking this place out. Would be a great spot before the theater too! The restaurant is downstairs which is kind of weird, but it was packed during lunch- I bet you def need a reservation for dinner.

Brent W.

I understand that you're likely going to be in tight quarters dining Trattoria, but No. 10 is a bit too much when it's peak hour; if not overly packed, it does work and I like it's actually housed downstairs underneath the City. They do a great Squash Ravioli dish and the Farfalle w. Duck Confit is outstanding.

Jeremy B.

Wow! I was pleasantly surprised. I have Italian family that have been cooking for me all my life and left me so spoiled that I can't seem to find many Italian restaurants I like , this one really surprised me. Although the decor and pink walls feel very dated, the restaurant is cosy, and the staff personable. Every dish we had was really outstanding, from antipasti, to salads, veal scallopini, and homemade ravioli with REAL homemade ragu sauce, all were excellent. Wine was very nice as well. The food- five stars, the service- 4 stars, the decor- 2 stars, value for price- 4 stars- a bit pricey, but an excellent meal nonetheless. Motto bene!

Jackie M.

I had the risotto with chicken, haricot vert, and potatoes and my boyfriend had the rack of lamb. The risotto was perfectly done but a little too much citrus for me. Just a personal preference. His lamb was outstanding, one of the best he has ever had. The starter bread was warm and came with a white bean and mascarpone spread which was very good. Since we were celebrating a birthday, they brought out a complimentary piece of tiramisu with fresh chocolate sauce spelling out "happy birthday" on the plate. Nice touch! With our perfect espresso, it was a nice close to the meal. Upon getting our vehicle from valet, there was a hand written "thank you" from the chef with some chocolate covered mints. All in all this was a Really good meal and I would recommend this place.

Paul M.

Probably the best ravioli I've ever had-- light, flavorful, and obviously home made. Just a good meal in a pleasant setting with attentive service. Prices are moderate. Everyone enjoyed their dinners, and we all are looking forward to a return visit.

Risa P.

This place is really cute and I have totally walked by here so many times before and not realized where it was. They have valet parking in the front if you don't take the train. The hostess was really sweet and hilarious and made us feel very welcome the second we walked in. We were seated near the back, and the restaurant was lit nicely and it was very quiet were we were sitting. Our waitress....well at the beginning she was quite curt and not that welcoming. Like when we asked about portion size, she was very quick to answer and didn't really make us feel that we knew our answers. By the end of the night we actually got a smile (gasp!) but she was just not the most welcoming of waitresses. The flat bread they pass out instead of a bread basket is salty and yummy. We got the arugula salad which was delicious, yet small. It had smoked mozzerolla, and apples and pine nuts. I could have easily had that salad as my dinner, it was very fresh and good. I got the appetizer portion of the wild mushroom ravioli. It is very small. Like a good light meal for sure--but just four piece of pasta. Now, I know it was a smaller portion but that was really small, I was expecting at least a somewhat larger pieces of ravioli for the price. Now, not Olive Garden portions, but a little bigger. The pasta was stuffed with yummy mushrooms and had some onions on top. It was not the most memorable of dishes since I cant remember what else was on it. It was good but I felt like I finished in 3 minutes. The awesome hostess had over heard that it was my husbands birthday the next day and we got a surprise tiramisu which was deconstructed and quite good. The inside of the dessert was creamy and good and they had this crispy chocolate balls that were on the side. The dessert was delicious. They had "Happy Birthday" in chocolate on the plate, which is always sweet. Thank you awesome hostess! I am glad that I went, but I don't think that I would need to go back. The entrees are slightly overpriced, and I feel like I could easily recreate the larger pasta dishes at home by myself. The company was awesome, the ambiance was nice, but not the most amazing Italian I have ever had.

Haley W.

I had my company dinner here and I must say, it was excellent! Service was great and I love the cozy décor. I got the Grilled Caesar Salad as a starter. I never had a salad not chopped but it was still yummy. I had the Maine Lobster Ravioli. I finish everything. Many of my coworkers ordered two pastas because you can order two different for half the cost and half the portion. As for dessert, we ordered a few for everyone to share but my favorite was the Tiramisu. I can't wait to go back!

R K.

Loved the place. Nice atmosphere and really good food. Pricey but very good. We tried salad, calamari, 2 types of ravioli and all was excellent. Wish there was more but very good. I am used to doggy bags from Italian places but portions were enough to finish as all in our party did.

Mona A.

My daughter and I dined here before going to a show. Our waitress was very nice. The burrata appetizer plate was very good. The glass of chianti I ordered was not good at all. The main dishes were just ok for them both being their "claim to fame" at this restaurant. I was told my dish had plenty of shrimp in it, and there was a total of 3 if I recall. Ambiance very nice.

Kerry S.

If I'm giving something a half a star, I round down for consistency's sake. Trattoria No.10 is a fantastic pre-theatre option. One is usually a little dressed up, and if you're like we are, not in the mood for TONS of food before sitting for 2+ hours watching a show. That being said, the portions are a little small. I'm not expecting the grotesque Americanized way people eat Italian food (i.e. a pound of pasta drenched in sauce) but even so, a little on the petite side, for the price. Delicious, none the less. It can be a little pricey, choose wisely, but then again, for location, it's less expensive than most of it's counterparts. Unlike some other reviewers, I really like that it's downstairs and kinda sexy and cavernous. The best times I've had here are sitting at the bar, noshing, drinking, a little dessert. So it's a three and a halfer. Solid.

Eva M.

Good food, good wine. good for a date.

Sara E.

The excellent ravioli now comes in appetizer size - which means I can order both the squash and sundried tomato raviolis for a main course! (And now I don't have to wait for my mom to come up here so she can order one and I order the other... then swap half.) Good wine, salad, and limoncello. Yum!

Lynn B.

We enjoyed our evening at Trattoria No. 10. The food was very good, and the service was excellent. Our waiter helped us choose wine to compliment our dinner selections, and we were very pleased.

Sarah P.

expensive and tastes not that great

Milly P.

Trattoria No. 10 is my favorite Italian restaurant in Chicago. If you are thinking of going to Italian Village, STOP, and go to Trattoria No. 10 instead. PLEASE! You will not be disappointed. Trattoria No. 10 has delicious Italian food. Their risottos and raviolis are so good! Recently I had their farfalle pasta with duck confit and the prosciutto and melon salad, they were so delicious. I went with some work people and everyone enjoyed their meals tremendously. This is also a great place for a delicious lunch (if you have an hour to spare!) Their lunch menu is phenomenal as well! I recently heard that their white fish and water melon salad is awesome! The service here is hit or miss. I have had slower servers here in the past.

Matthew L.

Not sure if I went in with unfair expectations, but it didn't live up to the hype. I made a special trip while in Chicago, but I'm not sure I would again. It's supposed to be all about the ravioli. I tried the spicy sausage. The pasta was excellent, but overall it was just okay. I will say, I've had the farfalle with duck confit and it was excellent. Perfect mix of hearty with a slightly sweet flavor which melt to savory. I tried several desserts and while they were satisfying, i'd say to go somewhere else after. The service is great, but it's dark and dank, a basement property. There is only so much you can do with the space.

Viper B.

Went for a midweek lunch, just after noon. TN10 offers a white tablecloth Italian dining experience without much fuss and sans the heavy weight of many American Italian dishes. Service was prompt, polite, and helpful. Ambiance was quiet, though not dead (~70% capacity). We had a nice table set apart from the main dining room in a back room. Long cracker-flatbread in lieu of bread keeps with the light fare theme. Grilled calamari with peppers and crostini on the lunch antipasti menu was tasty and just big enough for two. My ravioli with roast corn, laughing shrimp, and some other goodness was al dente and flavorful without weighing me down. Il mio tesoro had the chef's trio salad (steak with arugala and cucumbers, caprese salad, and something with some big beans), each of which were good. The steak and arugala was full of flavor and the steak was cooked well, and the mozzarella in the caprese was "how mozzarella should taste" as she put it. Give it a try if you're up for breaking from the ordinary, and want a pleasant and straightforward meal.

Vanessa D.

I went here last week for dinner and, let me tell you, it was wonderful. I had come here the first time about 10 years ago so obviously I didn't quite remember what it would be like. The restaurant is located downstairs and the decor is nice and cozy. This was a business dinner so people were dressed up but nothing too extravagant. The service was prompt and friendly, and accommodating to our large party. I started with the delicious tomato basil soup and ordered the famous butternut & acorn squash ravioli for the main course. DELICIOUS. I am still thinking about the ravioli and finding an excuse to go back there as soon as possible. It had a wonderful butter sauce with chopped nuts (walnuts?) on top. Probably the best entree I've eaten all year. I had the chocolate gelato for dessert, which, quite honestly, was not that great. It tasted more like chocolate ice cream. It didn't have that creamy gelato goodness that I'm used to. But, it's still chocolate and tasty. If you go to this restaurant, I highly recommend you to try the ravioli -- you can also order a smaller portion as an appetizer. The wine selection was alright -- most of the people at the table split a bottle but I ordered a single glass of the Cabernet. Not bad. Remember: Butternut & Acorn Squash Ravioli. Get It. Now.

Mike S.

My wife and I went here for dinner before going to the theater last week. The food and service were outstanding. I don't normally order a steak in an Italian restaurant but I'm glad I did. It was the best steak I've had in many years. The valet service was great too. The asked us if we were going to a show and then had the car ready for us on our return. They also left some mints from the chef on the dash... Nice touch.

Dave L.

Good place for business lunches. Not too expensive but very delicious. Can get in and out in an hour.

Justin O.

I haven't had Trattoria No. 10's food. I have been there for a Italian beer tasting and it was awesome. I will be returning to try their standard fare and will update this review. The servers and owner were friendly and inviting.

Alicia V.

Loved this restaurant from the atmosphere to the food, dessert and wine. The arugula, pine nut, tomato, apple, mozzarella salad was so very tasty. The apple and mozz. Perfectly balanced out the tart arugula. My Pinot noir was very smooth. The soft crabs were very tasty but after a few bites I realized there was way too much salt. Couldn't finish. The black tagliarinni with shrimp, mussels and calamari was excellent. All cooked to perfection and saffron tomato sauce was perfect. Finished with gelato stuffed profiteroles, one pistachio, one chocolate and one vanilla with a hot chocolate sauce drizzled over top. Large profiteroles. Very tasty. Highly recommend.

Varun M.

4.5 Stars I have been here several times now for Lunch with a variety of folks and enjoyed it every time. First off the service has always been phenomenal. The orders come out quick and obviously everything is delicious. The ravioli and handmade pastas are their specialty so I'd recommend sticking to these. I tried the Spicy Sausage and it was delicious. The best part is unlike other "fancy" italian restaurants, that give you 3 pieces of ravioli for $30, Trattoria has fantastic portions. On my last visit there I remember really enjoying the fact that the portion for my meal was perfect and I left not hungry or overly full. Every time I have been here this place is absolutely packed, with groups of people waiting to be seated. I'm looking forward to future visits and trying more of what they have to offer.

Philip C.

We went to Trattoria No. 10 because of the favorable reviews and close distance to our hotel. The ambiance was nice except that it was very odd to enter the front door and not see the restaurant. It's down a flight of stairs. Now for the food. First we ordered a Caesar salad. The lettuce was intentionally singed and burned in some places. That's really strange and did nothing to make it tastier. The dressing was not traditional and ok, but not exceptional. There was a small tomato (not usual to a Caesar salad) and some anchovy. Neither my wife nor myself cared for the salad. Next came the ravioli with spicy sausage. The marinara sauce looked and tasted as if it came out of a bottle. The sausage was not particularly spicy nor tasty. My wife liked the dish better than I did, but I was very disappointed. Last was the veal cutlet with pancetta. Three small pieces of veal in a creamy sauce with a taste of cinnamon. The sauce contained some capers and sliced nuts, possibly almonds. Again, very disappointing. It felt as if the chef had thrown together various ingredients as an experiment. And cinnamon in veal cutlet? What were they thinking? Needless to say, we will not be returning. Too bad, because it's a nice place, with friendly and efficient service.

John G.

Worth five stars the first time. Though, it could use a little improvement with the interior - The track lighting is circa 1993 and the waiter we had was a little less than desirable. We went there a second time for a birthday party and that waiter was kind of a douche too. Down graded to 4 stars.

Kevin B.

My girlfriend and I went to the ballet in the afternoon and decided we would do dinner at Trattoria No. 10 after the show. I made reservations well in advance. We arrived on time and were immediately seated. The restaurant only had a few tables empty which is why it was curious that they placed us at the table by the entrance to the kitchen. Before arriving we looked at their menu online. For weeks my girlfriend was excited for the Lobster stuffed Ravioli. It wasn't on the menu. We were told they update their menu daily and clearly didn't have lobster. Almost immediately my girlfriend's experience was soured. Two types of bread were served before orders were taken. One was a regular white bread with salt on top and the other was a cheddar crispy bread. Both were actually quite good. Service was fair. The waitress took a while to even take our drink orders. She also took a while to bring us our bill. Another small was point is that she seemed a bit cold and clinical. However, service in between that was pretty punctual. Especially the food which was served to us maybe ten minutes after our order was placed. I had a risotto with smoked bacon which turns out was very good. Perfect blend of creaminess in the sauce and smokey bacon flavor. My girlfriend had a sausage stuffed ravioli. It wasn't too bad but nothing exceptional. Mine was better. The environment is nice. As the evening went on it got a lot more crowded but wasn't all that loud. It was dimly lit but the ceiling had individual lights shining on each table so it was never too dark. Prices are variably decent. I had a good dish for $13. It didn't look like a lot but was pleasantly filling. Wine was $8 a glass. Maybe it is because I'm not into wine, but the price for that felt a bit steep. My rating for the restaurant is pretty challenging. The food itself was pretty good. Prices may have been slightly high, at least for the wine. Service was mediocre. My girlfriend's disappointment in the inaccurate online menu may be souring my experience too. Trattoria No. 10 isn't a bad restaurant by any means. The food was good but the whole experience wasn't amazing. What is pushing me from a 4 to a 3 is my doubt that I would recommend it to someone else. In a small town lacking a nice restaurant, I would think this place is phenomenal. There just have to be better restaurants in a city like Chicago which moreso deserve the 4 stars.

caroline e.

Here's why you'll Iike it... - Consistently good food - Reasonable prices - Charming atmosphere - Nice staff - Suitable for everything from a business lunch to a pre-theatre dinner date. I find that there's really nothing overly amazing about this place, but you know what, that's okay. They always deliver and that counts for something in my book.

nicole l.

Top 3 meal of my life. DEEEEEFUC$@#*INGLICIOUS. I visited Trattoria No. 10 while visiting Chicago over the weekend...and me and my dining companions were all in total agreement...everything about this place is outstanding. All green and seasonal menu. I had sweet corn ravioli. Amazing. I tried everything on my fellow diners plates. Polenta, risotto, shrimp, squash filled ravioli, (i can't remember it all the pinot greicio was outstanding too:) It was all absolutly delicious. Our service was outstanding as well..friendly, polite, full of knowledge of the menu and wine list, and full of great suggestions I loved this place.....Trattoria No. 10 COME TO MINNEAPOLIS!

Jennifer P.

Yummy food! I went with my mom and grandma last night for the first time. House made ravioli? Yes please! I had the butternut squash ravioli and it rocked! Most ravioli is too rich for me, but this hit the spot. Also had the goat cheese and mushroom crustini with marsala and it was soooooo gooood!!!! A little on the pricy side... but it's worth it.

Travis S.

Chose Trattoria No. 10 for dinner before seeing a musical. Our party had salads, entrees, and desserts. For starters, we had grilled calamari, beef carpaccio, caprese salad, and caesar salad. Both salads were good. I was surprised that the calamari was grilled, but served cold. The carpaccio was quite nice. Entrees were the spicy sausage ravioli, steak garganelli, risotto, and pork tenderloin. The tenderloin and ravioli were both outstanding. The risotto and garganelli were both good. The appetizer portions were quite small. Dessert was a trio of profiteroles, tiramisu, and the chocolate truffle cake. Profiteroles are one of my very favorite desserts and these did not let me down. They were filled with an outstanding vanilla ice cream, rather than the traditional cream or custard. The tiramisu had an excellent taste, but had more liquid on it than normal and was quite soggy. The truffle cake was good, but nothing spectacular. The service was good and our waiter was careful to make sure we made it to our show, which was much appreciated. The ambiance was warm and comfortable. Be warned that the restaurant is located in the lower level of a building and you must climb stairs. In summary, a good place to dine before catching a show in Chicago's theatre district!

Gwendolyn H.

Saving room for dessert is NOT a problem. Out of all the pre-theater restaurants... this one probably is the best which is why I gave them 3 stars instead of 2. And their service seems pretty good though my experience is a slight exception. I read here that they had small portions which is usually a good thing. I decided to order a salad and a half order of the butternut squash ravioli. I got 3 medium-to-small sized raviolis. Definitely SMALL portions. My cousin got the spinach and mozzarella raviolis which she refused to eat and I don't blame her. They were not very good... the sauce was terrible and the filling had a bad texture. Our meals were late getting to the table (we informed the waitress as we sat down that we had a show to catch). Since they were so late they comped our desserts. This is a really nice gesture, but seeing as they were already late on the entrees... giving us free dessert seems almost rude... but we stayed anyway!! Dessert was by far the best part of the meal. We each got something different - a peach ice cream, the cornucopia, cream puffs, and gelato. Amazing. Just be warned that "small portions" really means barely anything. Go for the full order... the half portion is a joke.

Michael G.

Food and service were excellent. Entire staff was efficient and friendly. Easy access - even during the NATO summit with convenient parking. Made reservations on Yelp, arrived about 30 minutes early and was seated immediately. Menu had great choices, portions were substantial and I had the best rack of lamb I've ever tasted. The waiter cautioned us as we got close to show time for Jersey Boys, so we would not be late. Overall this was a wonderful experience and I will definitely return.

Thomas N.

Stopped by for lunch had the carpaccio (sp?) and the butternut squash ravioli. The carpaccio was very good the sauce on the ravioli I think took away from he dish rather then added to it. The fresh herbs and the flavor of the butternut squash were excellent however, and saved the dish. Over all not super impressed. I will go back if someone I am with wants to eat there but other wise I think there are better places to spend my $$$.

Genevieve S.

Best ravioli - ever! Even though there are thousands of restaurants in Chicago, I can't wait to return to this one!

Lindsay G.

My friend and I went here before Dreamgirls on a Tuesday night. It was close to the theater, and we both were craving Italian, so it seemed like a good choice. We got to the restaurant around 6:30 or so. It's an odd entrance...you immediately have to go down the stairs or the elevator to get to the main dining area. I like the ambiance there...it was very cozy with dim--but not dark--lighting. The bar would be a great place to grab drinks after work. We were brought some really yummy bread instantly and our waiter came quickly to take our drink orders. We both opted for Martinis, which were about $12.00 each. We ordered our food soon after and it came quickly as well--we both had the Spicy Sausage Ravioli. I thought it was pretty solid. The sausage was really good--moderately spicy with great flavor and the ravioli was cooked perfectly. I was not a big fan of the sauce, though. For lack of a better way to explain, it tasted fake or canned. Good thing the sausage was so good that it outshined the rest of the dish. I would have like to see the portions a bit bigger too, for the price that we paid. We both decided to have dessert after--I got the Profiteroles and she got the Chocolate cake. Both were excellent. I wish that I had been hungry enough to finish all of mine. Unlike the entrees, I was very pleased with the size of the desserts. We probably should have just shared one, but what's the fun in that? Our bill totaled about $85 bucks and if we hadn't talked so long during dinner, we wouldn't have had to run to get to our play at 7:30. The service was good and fast and the evening was very enjoyable. I would recommend it to any pre-theater folks.

Lisa B.

My latest edition of Good Deal Meals: the weeknight buffet (5:30 to 7:30) at Trattoria 10. For $12 per person (with a one-drink minimum) you can help yourself to a spread of salads, antipasti, pastas and fruit. This worked well for us because we were going to the theatre and didn't want to carry any aromatic bags of leftovers around. The staff was very helpful in finding us a table (we arrived at 6:20 and it was pretty full) and they did a fairly good job replenishing the empty trays. Only minus: I would have liked a salt and pepper shaker, maybe some olive oil, on the table, because the food was a little on the bland side. We decided to order dessert off the menu, and got the "Chocolate Trio" for another $12. It was enough for four of us to share, and it was positively scrumptious. I also thought the bathrooms were nice.

Rachael P.

I dined her tonight prior to the theater. I think that the food (Sauteed Calamari stuffed with Crab & the Butternut Squash Ravioli) was bland and overpriced. Overall Disappointing.

Amanda G.

I took my fiance to Trattoria No. 10 for his birthday dinner on our trip to Chicago. The service was fantastic and the food was delicious. I got the black seafood linguine with a saffron tomato sauce - it was one of the most amazing dishes I've ever had. The sauce was delicious and the seafood was cooked perfectly. They even brought my fiance a complementary piece of cake at the end of the meal! Next time I go to Chicago, I'm definitely going back to Trattoria No. 10!

Tad S.

Had potential, but fell short of my expectations. The space is neat. You walk in, and go down the stairs into the basement where the restaurant is located. Now, keep in mind, I did eat at the bar and not a table. I ordered the octopus salad, which had orange slices. Odd... I then get a fish dish. Orange slice again... extremely odd. I saw multiple other dishes coming out to other people with what? You guessed, orange slices! They must have gotten a smoking deal on oranges. Now, in all fairness they were small blood oranges. Still, who needs this much citrus at an Italian restaurant? I found it highly suspect that there was no bread available at an Italian restaurant - and when asked, they stated they could bring some out and charge me for an appetizer. Ummm.... no thanks! Probably will never be back based on this experience.

Jill S.

(9/2008 Review carried over from Opentable since I'm a new Yelper - YAY Me!) I scheduled a lunch with my project team and was encouraged to make reservations, which are REQUIRED!!! Its packed during the lunch rush on weekdays. As their menu changes daily (I suppose) I was given the wrong menu, so that resulted in me having to reorder quickly as we had already order 15min previous to them realizing the dish wasn't available. Everyone thought the food was presented well, but was lacking any sauces. All noodles were really dry!

Jennifer A.

The salmon was really good. My husband got the hanger steak , which he said was ok. But the tiramisu was terrible, worst I have ever had. This is our favorite dessert had it in Italy, and several italian rest. It was a cake not a tiramisu. Overall ok, will not return, much better italian rest. in the city.

Juliana E.

I have been here twice before going to see a musical and both times were fantastic. The first time we didn't think to make a reservation but got a seat in the bar with no problems and great service. The second time we made reservations and had a fantastic time. Their food tastes so fresh it's really a treat, you must start with the appetizer serving of the rissoto with wagyu, it's so delicious i was about to lick the bowl. Their decor is good, but not much to write home about they do a good job of masking the fact that it's a basement restaurant but not overly stunning. Our service both times was friendly and well paced, I defintely didn't feel rushed which can happen when you have to make a theater time. Defintely a restaurant to try- but make reservations!

Maria D.

My boyfriend and I went here for the first time before the opera last week and loved it so much we're thinking of making it our regular pre-Loop-function place. We started with a reasonably-priced bottle of pinot grigio, which was a nice compliment to the delicous flatbread (the other bread was good with oil as well). I had the arugula salad to start, he had the cream of mushroom soup. Then quinoa spaghetti for me and asparagus ravioli for him, followed by pistachio gelato. Everything was perfect; I've been lucky this year to discover a couple of fantastic new (to me) Italian places and this is definitely one of them. Service was efficient and friendly and the atmosphere was relaxed and subtly romantic. We were there fairly early (sixish) on a Monday; I would imagine Thursday and Friday are busier, though it had filled up a bit by the time we left. It's a bit pricey, yes, but this is the Loop; you get what you pay for in my experience. Portions are smaller than at Maggiano's but I for one find that refreshing; we left feeling satisfied and weren't weighed down by to-go containers. To sum it up, I can't wait to go back!

Adam W.

I was in town solo for a business trip and didn't want to eat the spew the hotel was shilling. My selection criteria was (1) something close to the Palmer House, (2) something of quality and (3) not a chain. A perusal of various web reviews led me to T#10, and when it was all over I was not sad. My reservation was made on line via opentable.com . I like this service and it rewards frequent use. The fact that T#10 was on opentable was a plus but not a selection criteria. I was greeted promptly and politely by the hostess and shown to a table. Although I was dining by myself, I was not given a crappy table in the back of the room. Some places treat solo diners as lower than whale S&^t, but this was not the case here. My server was well informed about the menu. I quizzed her about the things I was considering and she made appropriate recommendations. She was at first a bit timid about making wine suggestions, but with additional prompting came up with something excellent at a reasonable price. The meal iteself was excellent. My first course was a roast beet salad, composed with goat cheese, pine nuts and flavored oils. Very tasty. I then had ravioli made with spicy sausage and tomato sauce. The ravioli was obviously house made and quite good, and the portion size was perfectly filling without being ridiculously huge. My only moment of non-mirth came with the desert menu. I had a glass of wine remaining from my bottle with dinner and was hoping for a cheese course with which to finish it off. Alas, no cheese. The sweets looked good but my wine looked better, so no desert. I should mention that a selection of grappas was also offered, which is a plus for when you just can't say no to grappa. Recap: Staff polite, service professional, food well executed. I would return and would recommend T#10 to friends as well.

James W.

Great restaurant to go before the theater. I was a little suspect of this place because its in a basement but the atmosphere is actually very nice. Excellent service and good food. I had a chicken and vegetable dish (I think it was a special) which was excellent. I also tried the squash ravioli which was very good.

Patrick W.

Fantastic. Perfect portions, flavor, service. Need more info? Try it.

May C.

Just order the risotto with short braised ribs. And don't forget to order the tiramisu. You'll thank you me later. Btw - Customer service was excellent.

Brad P.

Tried this place after a show. Was a bit surprised that they weren't open until 5:30 on a Saturday night (not even the bar), but we managed to kill some time. Here's what we had: Caprese salad: mozzarella was fresh and creamy and tomatoes were good. Veal Scallapini: veal was super tender. Good flavor. Spice sausage ravioli: the best item we had. Great sausage, ravioli and sauce. We sat at the bar. Service was good. Would definitely go back.

Dman W.

Food was good if a little pricey, service was just okay to poor. We were there with the before-theater rush so that may have something to do with the less than responsive service. I didn't order a bottle of wine (we were a table of two) which I feel always locks in ignore status from waitstaff from the get-go. Polenta starter was the highlight and nice for a chilly winter evening, pork tenderloin entree was serviceable. Restroom was funky and borderline Wrigley field-stinky. Saw Addams Family show which lifted the bad restaurant vibe from the evening.

Lindsey M.

The Lobster Ravioli was mouth watering, normally I offer someone I am dinning with a bite, but that was not the case! The restaurant is located in the basement giving it a very Italian hide-away feeling. We were seeing Jersey Boys afterwards and I thought Italian cuisine was the most appropriate for the evening. My entire party raved about their food and no one was willing to share. The restaurant offers appetizer sizes of the pasta which is the perfect portion when pairing it with a salad. And the profiteroles were divine. My mouth is watering just thinking about the entire meal. Oh and PS the prices made everything even more delish!

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Zoooooooommm....that is how I felt while there-I've never been in and out of a restaurant in record speed like I have at Trattoria No. 10- Reservations were at 8:15, by the time I ordered it was 8:25, food came out around 8:30 finished my entree at 8:40, ordered dessert and it came out in under a minute-Paid the bill and it was 8:55, I was amazed- I'm guessing that since this is a pre-theatre restaurant they know how to turn around tables quickly, but we laughed the whole time b/c it was like speedy gonzales ran the whole place- What I ordered: Entrees: Butternut Squash Dessert: Chocolate Truffle Cake, it was ok, I've had better- If you are in a hurry, and I mean serious hurry dine here, nice selection of unique pastas and entrees, fast service and you will never wait for anything, snap your fingers and it's there-

Heather S.

My boyfriend and I went here with his parents when they were in town. I liked this place. The food was delicious and fair portions. The waitstaff was attentive without being intrusive. All in all this is a great place to go for a special occasion, but a bit pricey for more than that!

E M.

I had no idea what to expect from this restaurant. We had a group dinner before an event at Depaul and we didn't really know of any dining options in the area; found Trattoria No. 10 on Yelp. Typically, when downtown for dinner, we're River North or Gold Coast so we had no clue so this was a more than pleasant surprise. I really loved descending from the street into a really intimate and cozy space. It's elegant without being pretentious and not too romantic/couple-y that a group of 6 women would feel out of place. Food was really good and we all just ordered a bunch of plates and shared. Ravioli dishes were delish (yum-pumpkin) as was the corn risotto. Nice wine selection and a few lower-priced options if you're trying to keep it at $50 and under. The bar looked like a good spot too if you just wanted a more intimate spot for drinks and appetizers - plenty of room and just off to the side of the dining area. Still can't believe that I haven't heard of this place before! I highly recommend and would love to dine here again.

Sue W.

I have eaten here several times and always enjoyed the food. Last night was a totally different experience. All four of us were served cold food and we would have loved to let the waiter know except he never returned to check on us. I will say the bus boy was excellent and took great care of us. Neither the hostess or our waiter who were at the front door when we left said goodbye or thanks..just a pet peeve especially when you spend close to $200 on dinner.

Glen F.

The decor is nice without being stuffy -- linen tablecloths, tasteful archways everywhere, the whole 9. Much brighter than Morton's, which lightens the mood (no pun intended), as you might expect from an Italian place. Our waitress was efficient and friendly. No complaints on the service. I had an appetizer of ravioli filled with butternut and acorn squash and I have to say that it was fan-*****-tastic. Almost mind-blowing. It's available as an antipasto or an entree. Unfortunately, I was there mainly for seafood, and the halibut that both of us ordered was very underwhelming. I wish I'd gotten the pasta as an entree. That said, I'd definitely recommend it & try it again.

carol s.

Dinner tonight was good to great. Chickpea cake was okay. It was an inventive presentation but just a tad bland. Ordered the shrimp fettucini without shrimp (I'm vegetarian) and it was sublime. Absolutely fantastic. The bread looked pedestrian but was also amazing. The only "beef" (pun intended) was the service. When I walked in and said "table for one" (I'm on business), the hostess snapped back "You'll be sitting in the lounge." Ouch! Went along for the ride, prepared to leave if the rest of the evening continued the vibe. Server was nice enough but combination of guys setting up big trays for the server and the server presenting them when she had time created a detached and cold experience. Got the job done-ish. The restaurant isn't big enough to warrant such a "system." The pasta was really delicious. With service, netted out to above average

Jo R.

We had been meaning to try this place. My husband worked across the street for years. We finally decided to go there this weekend. My husband and I had the pasta. The presentation was pretty enough (albeit the portions were very small). My ravioli was luke warm- and very stringy. The spinach inside was not fresh or properly cooked. My husband had a very similar complaint with his coin pasta. It reminded me of the Woody Allen line "Boy, the food at this place is really terrible...and such small portions." On the plus side: they had a nice wine selection and the host was very welcoming. Overall I would recommend taking your money elsewhere- this place is too expensive for blah food.

Christine M.

So wait, there is a high quality restaurant that isn't a chain in downtown Chicago? Who knew! Went here for a meal as part of a rehearsal dinner and was extremely impressed with the quality of the dishes and selection. If you didn't know it was there, I can imagine you've walked right past it (as I have many times). I really like the ambiance of the place, wood details and a great bar area with French-style tiles. The food was extremely tasty and even with a large group prepared wonderfully, did not hear complaints from anyone. Was especially impressed with the presentation - delicate yet enough on the plate to appease a large appetite (as opposed to a sloppy mess as I've seen at other Italian restaurants *cough*Gold Coast*cough*). Great spot for a before-theater dinner or after work entertaining evening meal. If you're pressed for time and have to take a date out right after work, it would definitely work for that too!

Kevin D.

Been coming here for 10 years. Routinely excellent and a nice quiet change of pace from the normal loud loop restaurant. A great place to meet and talk with clients. The buttnernut squash ravioli is amazing. Soups are also a fave.

Kevan S.

Trattoria no 10 worked well for pre theatre dinner. Tasty food, quick service and well located. Chose just two entrees as didn't want to be too stuffed for sitting in the theatre! :) Rack of lamb and salmon were both good choices - tasty, lots of flavor and nicely cooked. Would definitely return for a pre-theatre meal but environment might be a bit dark and dingy for a prolonged dinner.....perhaps more of a winter place?

Alexanderia H.

Amazing food!! The butternut ravioli and the spicy sausage ravioli was delicious. I recommend getting 2 appetizer ravioli dishes so that you have enough food and it allows you to try more than 1 thing. I also recommend the polenta and sausage appetizer. The sausage is not spicy even though it is called spicy, it is very tasty though. Save room for dessert. The apple crostata is not what you would expect. I would go there just for this dessert! The chef came over to our table toward the end of dinner and was very personable and answered all of our questions about the food. The only downside was the coffee. It was cold and they didn't make a new batch. I would go there over and over again for the fresh delicious food and dessert!

Rachel W.

I came here pre-theatre with my sister. Tables were booked up on Opentable, but we called the restuarant directly and were able to get a table in the "lounge," which is attached to the dining room and is honestly no different. Great ambience, and I didn't get the feeling that we were in some sort of pre-theatre "eat and out" factory that can happen in restaurants in the theatre district. Our waitress was attentive and helpful. My meal was delicious: arugala salad and butternut squash ravioli. If you are in the mood for desert, you must get the chocolate torte. UNREAL. Two glasses of wine, two salads, two entrees, one desert, = about $100 w/ tip. Not bad at all for an excellent meal if you ask me.

Lesley S.

I love this restaurant and don't agree with what everyone is saying about the quality and cost. I think you completely get what you pay for. You may not get a heaping pile of pasta like you would at a place like Carmine's, but the food you do get is absolutely delicious and unique. I always get some type of butternut squash ravioli along with a salad to start and sometimes desert, and although there is not a ton of food piled on the plate, the food that is there is quite memorable and incredibly fresh. Fresh is the key word here. My father usually gets the whole wheat coin pasta which I tried and it is delicious as well. The service is also fantastic as far as I am concerned. I have never had to wait here and the staff are incredibly polite. Every time I have dined here, the other patrons have been very classy people. You don't have to deal with drunks or snooty hostesses like you would at places in the Gold Coast. It is a very relaxing and soothing atmosphere with soft music playing in the background and dim lighting. I go here every time my father comes to town and we will most definitely go back many more times.

Steve S.

Went here for a rehearsal dinner on a Saturday evening several weeks ago. We were probably a party of 25 or so. The breads were exceptional! The meal was excellent as well. Had the Lake Superior baked whitefish over spinach and mushrooms - fan#%&@tastic! The deserts were great as well. Service was good until the desert course. The staff seemed to disappear after desert was served - and they never asked if any of us wanted coffee or tea! I had to track down a server to get coffee - and no one was around when we wanted a refills.

Jose G.

Okay, so this place is one of those super over-priced Loop joints that I could never afford to go to without someone with money treating me. And boy, this was not a treat. Okay, except for the staff, who were friendly, helpful, and quick. There were racist businessmen to the right of me, and an ugly ceilling, but my gripe at restaurents always comes down to food: quality, quantity and price. A $20 ravioli dish totalled six smallish raviolis. Preposterous. Well, I never. Simply shocking. Six. Even Sesame Street's The Count would hate this place. The only thing he'd get to count is the cash leaving his wallet.

J. K.

Excellent food, wine selection is only Italian wines. We had polenta with Italian sausage, super spicy but super good. Butternut squash ravioli with walnuts was amazing, not sweet at all unlike most other dishes of this kind. BLT risotto was very tasty, too.

Dee W.

Fantastic food - their appetizers were light yet tasty. With one of our work clients, we went to lunch here and the service was fantastic. It definately is larger than it looks on the outside. The dining room is below in a basement setting that still maintains its ambiance and sense of cozy classy Italian restaurant. I had their soup of the day which was roasted red pepper soup with a chicken stock base and garnished with mini goat cheese ravioli. Delish! It had a little kick to it. I topped it off with a grilled salad - didn't taste much of olives in there as it was advertised with but their ravioli (stole off of a co-worker's plate) was fabulous. (Check out the pictures for the soup, ravioli and salad) We topped off lunch with coffee/cappuccinos and their dessert platter - I don't know where to begin -t he chocolate mousse melted in your mouth - they had french vanilla ice-cream topped with a crust of chocolate on top of a biscotti. YUM! andt heir tiramisu was fantastic..their apple dessert was fabulous - crispy crust - warm delicious apple pastry on the inside topped off by french vanilla ice cream. Great option for a classy Italian meal. Impressive, delicious, and doesn't break the piggy bank either. :)

So wait, there is a high quality restaurant that isn't a chain in downtown Chicago? Who knew! Went here for a meal as part of a rehearsal dinner and was extremely impressed with the quality of the dishes and selection. If you didn't know it was there, I can imagine you've walked right past it (as I have many times). I really like the ambiance of the place, wood details and a great bar area with French-style tiles. The food was extremely tasty and even with a large group prepared wonderfully, did not hear complaints from anyone. Was especially impressed with the presentation - delicate yet enough on the plate to appease a large appetite (as opposed to a sloppy mess as I've seen at other Italian restaurants coughGold Coastcough). Great spot for a before-theater dinner or after work entertaining evening meal. If you're pressed for time and have to take a date out right after work, it would definitely work for that too!

Dave O.

Very pleasantly surprised. Had never heard of this place and was there for a business lunch and so I had no real expectations, but the butternut squash ravioli I ordered was tasty and perfectly cooked. I look forward to going back to try more of their menu.

Bridgett M.

Really great Italian in the Theater district. Our waiter let us sample wines he recommended based on our app/entree selections. Overall, very nice!

Gfiddy F.

I think their food is outstanding.

Cameron C.

Just an akward experience altogether. Hostess was a bit disheveled looking and seemed like she was trying way to hard. Server was one of those people who would constanly leave you feeling like he should have said more. Almost like ending a sentence before he should. Food was decent I guess, but nothing blew me away. I'd skip it and head to one of the many other Italian staples. Oh and did I mention its in a basement...yeah, no windows creeps me out!

J R.

The cellar setting is awesome and cool on a hot Chicago day. Service was excellent and servings were well sized and paired with the wine list. 4-stars for what it delivers at the price.

Joscelyn M.

Easily the best place in the loop for a nice, sit down dinner. Well, there's not much competition, but I still really love the food. I always love the polenta and WHATEVER ravioli they have. I've had almost all of them, and have never been disappointed! Service is a little slow and I was surprised at how little the waiter knew about the wines - I wouldn't expect that at such a nice place.

lisa l.

The Grilled Casear Salad is to die for. A must have! Also, the BLT risotto is unlike any risotto you've ever experienced. Please don't skip the wine list or dessert.

Dave S.

I met the wifey here for lunch the other day as it is right by her office. Everything was excellent right up to the end of our meal. Let me explain... The hostess and our server were great. They were very friendly and helpful and did their job with the utmost efficiency. i really liked the dark woody atmosphere here as it really lent itself to a relaxing meal. I started out with the minestrone soup which was good but not extremely flavorful which surprised me a bit. My main entree was the natural chicken rolled with smoked mozzarella and prosciutto, on herbed fettuccine alla pizziola. This was suggested by our server and he made an excellent suggestion. This meal was freaking outstanding. I had a cup of coffee after my meal and I was really shocked that it was so weak. In an Italian restaurant I was expecting something a bit more full bodied. This was not the killer though. As I was leaving I stopped to use the restroom. The restroom had a pungent sewage odor hanging in the air and I seriously almost lost my lunch. It was a very disappointing way to end such a very good meal.

Crystal S.

OMG - YUMMO!!! Ok first I have to warn you this place will cost you, so you want to savor this place for special occasions. High Quality Food - High Quality Service!!! I have never had one bad thing here - EVER!!!! The service is perfect, the place has a nice feel to it but it is small so make a reservation! You will never have the same thing here because they change the menu - daily I believe. This is the kind of place you think of when your watching shows on the Food Network. I had a mixed greens salad with goat cheese, walnuts and cherries. The risotto. Some Mahi Mahi and a few bites of my husbands steak....which I then regretted not ordering. This is a MUST try place if your looking for fine dining before a show.

Dan P.

Been here 3 or 4 times for lunch. The quality is high, as are the prices, but I've never had a bad meal here. I do like the fact that the portions aren't over-sized. They are relatively small, but in a lunchtime pasta place, that's not a bad thing.

Robert W.

Expensive but uninspired

Michelle M.

Had the pleasure of dining here last Friday night. Food was fresh and delicious! Service was fantastic and the ambience was romantic! Perfect location for a great dining experience with your loved one. Choice of portion size was perfect. You can select either the appetizer size or the entree size. The appetizer size is perfect if you can't decide on one dish. My husband had the blackened shrimp ravioli and the spicy sausage ravioli both in the appetizer portions since he couldn't decide between the two. It was a perfect option to sample more of the menu options. Definitely will be back!!!

Angela T.

Took two aunts and an uncle who were in from out of town. Had a wonderful dinner. Appropriately priced, the ambiance is fabulous and the service is excellent. Everyone cleared their plates - which is unusual for this health-conscious bunch. You can't miss with this selection.

Mari N.

have to say used to be one of my favorites, but a recent visit has be taking it off the list. Ravioli was very tough.....guess all good things must come to an end...

Frankie J.

How NOT to be seen while eating at an Italian restaurant... First, most of the places above ground will charge you an arm and a leg, plus everyone sees you in the restaurant. Second, the food is usually MEDIOCRE at best. You can get the same food at half the price without a waiter at a cafeteria elsewhere. Other restaurants with "Italian" in their name are VERY mediocre and a total tourist trap. Trattoria No. 10 is a real restaurant in the middle of the loop that has great Italian food. ENVIRONMENT: Dark, quiet, private tables that let you hide in a corner. The bar is good too. LUNCH: The Italian food is very good. It is a lot of pasta in rich sauces, or a meat dish with a side. Not exactly your Zbarro's offering in volume, but more than enough in quality. I had the pasta with duck confit and vegetables (pasta tossed with a good serving of boneless dark duck meat, in a rich duck sauce with peas, carrots and other root vegetables). My lunch friend had a hazelnut ravioli in a pumpkin sauce (try that with gorgonzola and it just makes the dish). Caesar and Italian salads, plus traditional panini sandwiches are also available at a reasonable price. It all comes with a very good bread basket, full of a nice assortment of artisan breads and flatbreads. DESSERTS: At lunch, they have a dessert menu. Tiramisu and strawberry cheesecake looked good, but we didn't have time. CAVEATS: It IS a trek down the stairs or by elevator. Also, its a little pricey. Lunch ranges from $10-$15 for one dish. A drink and a plate with tip will cost you about $16-20 per person. BUT, what you are paying for is PRIVACY. Also, expect to stay the full hour for lunch (no express here). In all, take your lunch date, your early dinner, or your theatre date here if you want to escape the rush of the loop at an upscale restaurant hideaway at a slight premium.

Kenneth S.

The food is 5 star. We had ravioli x2, salmon, veal. Drinks and wine were good. Did not understand service at all. We were dressed dressy. Made reservation early the week for 8:45 on Friday. Got there and were seated in bar. Took a long time to get attention.. Best way I can describe service would be snotty and condescending. Felt like server wanted to go home or go out. Didn't feel like they wanted us to be there??? Just spent 5 days in NYC and didn't get treated like this high or low. Great looking place. Great food. But why have a restaurant if it irritates you to have people come in to dine?

Jeff N.

Actually 4.6, but this rounds up to 5 stars. The Burrata (mozzarella) and Polenta were both very good. But the Burrata may be the most outstanding mozzarella I have ever tasted. I had the Rack of Lamb and my wife the Scallopini of Veal. Both were delicious. For dessert the Pistachio Semifreddo (semi-frozen) was really, really good. Service was very attentive and the server quite knowledgeable. Wine selections also very good.

Yvonne M.

We went to this restaurant before going to see Les Miz a few weeks ago. Unfortunately, due to traffice, we arrived at 7pm and our show began at 8. Thankfully, the service was incredible!! They understood we were running late and got our drinks and food to us quickly. Moreover, our waitress was very pleasant. As far as the food, I was impressed! I got the BLT risotto and it was positively delicious. As was the veal that my date ordered (I had to try a bit! :) Overall, it was a very good experience, although I have a feeling it would have been better had there been more time to relax and enjoy our dinner slowly.

Tom G.

Was looking for Chicago pizza and found this great place that actually specializes in ravioli. We had cold tomato ravioli appetizer and then went for two rav entrees: spicy sausage and butternut/acorn squash. Both were amazing. House chianti was fine as well. No idea how good the non-ravioli dishes are but I expect they would be equally tasty.

D J.

I was here last night with some folks that I'm pretty fond of and some others that made it to my list of favorites by the end of the night. As did the food here. I loved the perfectly portioned asparagus and sun dried tomato drenched ravioli. Probably the best I've had in a while, and light enough that I could actually get through my dish and even consider dessert afterward! Highly recommend the dessert sampler. If the entree portions seem stringent, the dessert portions more than make up with the generous overdose. It was hard to pick a favorite, but the memory of the wickedly rich and delicious profiteroles is still fresh, so it gets my vote! While the food was inarguably amazing, I do believe that the place is a bit overpriced, given the rather ordinary ambiance and unexceptional layout. However, it definitely deserves a fan-following among food snobs.

Erica R.

We received a gift card as an anniversary gift last year and decided to go with some friends to check this place out. We had 5:30 reservation and were seated quickly, it was empty and seemed as if there were a slightly older crowd then us, but the left about an hour into our meal as most were headed to the theater. We had the wild mushroom crustine recommend, duck confie, recommend and the ravioli recommend, our friends had the risotto which he said had an annoying smoky taste and pork chop which was good but nothing spectacular. Overall we had a great night of food and fine, but stick to what they are good at and you will love it.

Rachel P.

Very very delicious food and good service. We were an hour late for our reservations due to a flat tire, but they still got us in. Our server was super quick as well since we had a show to catch down the road at the Goodman. I had a beet salad, and the butternut squash ravioli, both were incredible. The only down side is the price tag. I wouldn't go here if someone else wasn't buying. Note: I may have just gotten lucky with my ordering. My boyfriend informed me that his food was good, but he would've been just as satisfied with a can of chef boyrdee.

Ang R.

I had a meal a long time ago here, and it was to die for. I think we mythologized this place based on that one meal, but we never came back to prove that the place was worth that legend. Well, it's not. Our second meal here was little better than mediocre, though it did include some wonderful highlights. All our appetizers were delicious, and I loved mine--the Prosciutto Americano. It was served with absolutely mouthwatering artichoke hearts and a luscious, creamy Burrata. And the Prosciutto was very good for American prosciutto. My entree, however, was only okay. I had veal scallopini in a lemon reduction, but I couldn't taste the lemon. And the dish included melted Fontina, which was everywhere, and sadly overpowering. The veal itself was almost too thick to be a scallopini, and while it wasn't tough as shoe leather, it didn't melt in my mouth either. My boyfriend had a Waygu beef, which was fatty and bland, with a corn/pancetta side dish, which was inspired. Our other dining companion had the butternut squash ravioli, which she did say was the best she'd had a in long time. So that's a plus. I think if I went back, and I might never, I'd stick to the pasta, and I'd be sure that everyone got at least one appetizer.

Kathryn H.

The butternut squash ravioli is AMAZING! The downside is I'm more into food than I am the service. I don't like servers that are snobby. The place is trying hard to give a fine dining experience but unfortunately it is not quite there. It is a nice place to take a date but not a place that I would probably ever want to go to again. My dish was amazing but also $17. My boyfriend and I shared a small $8 dessert which was good but nothing special.

Steve R.

I contracted some scientists from Belgium to fly into Chicago and bring their best equipment. Through their powerful and well-calibrated electron microscope, I was juuuust able to make out my ravioli on the monitor, with the help of immense magnification and theoretical mathematics to determine its location on the enormous plate. Said ravioli was tasty, but good god it's expensive for what you get. From what I saw of the rest of my group's dishes, it's essentially a tasting menu. A good one though.

Rebecca K.

Recently took my boyfriend here to celebrate his birthday. To begin, I was a bit disappointed right off the bat because they sent their valet home early and we needed to search for a street spot...to then be informed that we needed to order right away because the kitchen was closing (then why did you take my 8:30pm reservation?) Had the food not been SPECTACULAR, then my review would be very different. So, despite the cold reception, our server was very friendly and made some excellent recommendations. We got the BLT risotto as an appetizer... absolutely DIVINE!!! Probably too rich to eat as an entree, but I have been dreaming about it ever since! I ordered the scallops, which were very large and cooked to perfection. My boyfriend ordered the veal scallopini, and I was equally impressed by it! I told the server it was his birthday and they brought out a nice piece of cake with Happy Birthday spelled on the plate with chocolate syrup! Nice touch! Also, their martinis are HUGE and a great deal for the price... would recommend again, just be sure to go on a weekend night when they have valet and you aren't being rushed to order because of a silly 9pm closing time...

Tina C.

You know, this is good food. But lol it's NOT italian. It's really americanized. I admit, it's good. NOT GREAT. The service is really impecible. (spelled right? ) lol . It's fun to come here with some girlfriends, get a bunch a different plates and share. The portions are just enough to do that. Not a great wine list, a bit dissapointing. It's OK, but I was expecting a bit more. 10 stars for service, 4 for food. I'll come back, but it might a little while. Oh, you can take the blue line straight here if you needed too.

Alexis Q.

Amazing! Food was great, service was stellar. Will definitely come back here on our next visit to Chicago. My favorite two elements were 1. They accommodated my veganism easily and tastily; 2. the ambiance was upscale enough to allow us to dress up a bit (I wore a lbd with black heels and my boyfriend wore black collared shirt with slacks and nice shoes) for our pre-show dinner.

Big Z.

Food and service were both very good: -grilled calamari appetizer was very good -everyone at the table ordered a different type of ravioli and no one was disappointed. The food was a little pricey and the portions were a little small but overall it was a very good experience.

Susan S.

I came here for a business lunch. It was delicious! Try the lobster ravioli. Real nice size pieces of lobster in those. Oh, I want more! And the ambiance is really great. It's downstairs which is probably why I never knew it was there before. I'm definitely coming back.

Janice R.

This is one of the first places I came to when I first came to Chicago and its turned into one of my go to places for Italian food and profiteroles. I really love their pasta! ....but the chocolate profiteroles are my favorite!

Agnes F.

had lunch recently at trattoria, sad to say but the place really have gone downhill started off with their special appetizer, roasted morel over polenta, the morel mushrooms were over salted, the polenta was super oily and there were no discernable flavor to the dish the housemade black pepper spaghetti was better, with guanciale and artichoke hearts my friends who opted to have dessert said the tiramisu was worse than the ones they get at grocery stores.. and the coffee was weak i noticed they scaled down the menu by quite a bit too, unfortunately this must be the result of the economic downturn hopefully with the economy recovering, the place will recover as well

Ellie B.

I ate here yesterday for a late lunch and I think I may still be full today. Everything was PHENOMENAL. My office gathered here for a wedding shower for our manager, so the appetizers had already been selected. Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto and phylo dough, stuffed portebello wedges and grilled veggie skewers... That alone would have been enough! The bellinis were refreshing and the farfalle pasta with duck confit and asparagus was mouth-watering. I will certainly be back to try the weeknight buffet! (Minus one star for the server calling me ma'am. I'm 23. I don't think I fall into "ma'am" status for another 23. I mean, do I LOOK like I should be called MA'AM? Doubtful.)

Kay M.

I had dinner here with some friends last weekend. Our waitress was fine and the support staff was outstanding!!! They got us in and out in 1h 45m. Just enough time to catch our show. The hostess was very nice, we talked some 'shop' and she gave me a brief overview of their computer system. As for the food, just like others have said, portions are a bit on the small side, but the flavor was fantastic. I had a half portion of the squash ravioli and the linguine, both were outstanding. I will say it was nice to be able to order two half portions, one as an appetizer and one as an entree. For dessert we ordered the trio plate. We had the amaretto chocolate, the raspberry one, and the lemon pear tart. All three were really good but the raspberry and the lemon pear tart were amazing. I would recommend a reservation, especially if you are seeing a show.

Christa F.

Good Italian food, good service. Food comes pretty fast. I recommend making reservations as they could be really busy if there's a show at a nearby theater going on. Restaurant is downstairs and has a cozy wine cellar feel. Caprese salad is great. Spicy sausage ravioli is good. Fruit & gelato dessert is yummy.

Joel O.

This place is a little expensive for me, but it's great for special occasions. The steak they have can only be described as heavenly. They also have amazing asparagus ravioli. A typical two person meal can run around $120. The portions are reasonable, but not big. The place has a great feeling to it also. Some dress nice while others are casual. Either fit. There is valet parking for $10, and if you drive there it is the best option. Reservations is a good idea. So if you are looking for a high end meal with a high end price, this is the place.

Lisa L.

It's the frickin' weekend baby, 'bout to have me some fun...as a famous lyricist once said, and I currently agree! Stopped by Trattoria No 10 tonight for the Mon-Fri happy hour (5:30-7:30 in the bar, $12 plus a drink gets you an Italian buffet feast) and was very impressed with the quality / selection of the food and the great drinks. I had a cosmo, which was one of the better cocktails I have had out lately, and my GF had a rum and coke (which was quite strong by the look on her face as she took the first sip:) The food was really great and included shrimp cocktail, tomato/mozzarella salad, fresh fruit, antipasti of grilled veggies and meats/cheese, bread, green salad with grilled chicken, and made to order pasta (hello alfredo sauce, please be nice to my waist). Overall? I had a great time: you get as many plates of food as you want, and along with a good drink, why not stop in if you are in the loop for happy hour!

Fred S.

Trattoria #10 is fine, but I think it is way too expensive for what you get. I went with a friend on a Saturday in February; we went very early in the evening before going to see the symphony. One piece of advice - be sure to make reservations if you want to go early in the evening on a weekend night: This place does a huge pre-theater business. We were seated in the bar area, and the atmosphere is quite nice. In fact, the atmosphere in the entire restaurant is really pleasant. It would be a great place to bring a date (at least as far as the atmosphere is concerned). We ordered an appetizer (prosciutto) that was quite tasty but overpriced. The plate came with four very small slices of prosciutto, a bit of mozzarella, and some greens. Everything was really good, but there wasn't much of it for $12. We also ordered salads, which at $8 were overpriced given the quality. For dinner I ordered risotto, and my friend had one of the ravioli dishes. I didn't finish my entree because the taste of the risotto was so bland. The dish was dominated by a single flavor - cheese - and it was really unimpressive for $23. My friend liked his ravioli well enough, but there weren't many on the plate considering the $18 price tag. In addition to our food we each had a beer, and the total came out to approximately $90. A terrible value. I might go back, but it won't be something I am eager to do. For my money, I prefer the less expensive "comfort" Italian food that they serve at the Italian Village.

Mike S.

So close to becoming my first five star swanky loop spot. But not quite. The food was very good, bordering on great. I had one of the daily specials, which was a noodle whose name I don't remember, in a mushroom cream sauce with beef cheek. The beef was incredibly tender and had a phenomenal flavor. The sauce was good enough to have me wiping the bottom of the bowl with bread (having a "scarpetta" as us Italians call it). There were several other items on the menu that looked tasty as well, but I'm quite happy with my choice. The service, however, is probably what keeps me from giving that last star. Although he was friendly enough, the bartender (I tend to sit at the bar for lunch) was very inattentive, to the point of forgetting to bring me bread until quite some time after I ordered. At the end of the meal, he'd accidentally charged me for two glasses of wine instead of just one. He quickly corrected in and apologized, but still, I'm glad I double checked the bill. Although the prices were a bit high, I definitely think that the food was good enough to be worth it, although maybe not for lunch. Either way, I plan to return and hope that the service quirk was just a random unlucky thing for me.

Matt L.

Date night setting. good lobster ravioli. bad beer selection. ...when are the upper scale restaurants gonna get better beer? the rest of the food at the table was also very good. small portions. quick dinner, had to catch a show.

Liz W.

Celebrated my 2 year anniversary with the bf here and it did not dissappoint. The restaurant is in the basement, but a nice one not one of those creepy looking basements. We have a reservation for 8:30 pm and were seated within 5 minutes. We decided to go with an appetizer portion of the sausage ravioli. It was pretty good. For dinner I had the pork tenderloin. All I have to say is WOW! I loved everything about this dish and it didn't even have any carbs! I seriously drenched the pork in the delicious demi glace sauce. The acorn squash went perfect with the pork. The bf had the steak with mashed potatoes. I was really jealous of his dish because the potatoes were so good. For desert I had to get the chocolate truffle cake. It was fantastic, but I was so full so I took it home. Dinner was great, but it did run about $100 for 2 drinks, 1 app, 2 dinners, and 1 desert. Atleast I wasn't paying =]

Patrick R.

Went here for 1 night of Restaurant week. I really enjoyed it but I think I just ordered the right stuff. Would really like to give it a 3 1/2. For one, I know it's restaurant week, but the portions were a bit small. Other places seemed to really give you a deal for your $32 - Trattoria not so much. To start, I had the calamari. I should have read the menu better as it was grilled calamari and not fried. It was okay, but the grilled side had an overly charred taste. My entree was the Grilled American Wagyu Steak. This was phenomenal. It was my first time having any sort of Wagyu steak and I am hooked. I'm surprised I didn't see it on the regular menu. I ordered it medium rare and was a bit closer to rare than medium, but I didn't really mind. The other members of my party had the other entree's. They seemed happy with theirs but not as blown away as I was with mine. For desert I had the Tiramisu. It was excellent. It wasn't all cakey like other tiramisu - it was very creamy. And without an overly alcoholic taste. Some of the best Tirmisu I've ever had. The decor and ambiance was nice, but nothing extraordinary and the service was spot on. I think if I went any other week, I would give it a 4. But seeing as I had some much better food during restaurant week, I'm giving it a 3...would like to give it a 3 1/2. I'll go back if I'm in the area or seeing a show, but I'm not planning out my next visit.

Elizabeth M.

I really loved this place! First off, our table was ready when we got there, and the hostess was very nice. Our server was very friendly and always had our drinks filled, and the food came fast! My boyfriend booked the reservation on OpenTable and wrote that it was our anniversary, so the manager came up to our table and greeted/congratulated us personally. The food was delicious! Even though it was in small portions, it was the portion that you should be eating. I didn't feel really stuffed afterwards like i do at most Italian restaurants, i felt pretty good. It was expensive however, so I recommend this place for special occasions!

J. B.

My husband and I dined here on Valentine's Day before going to see a show at the Oriental theater. I was really looking forward to the homemade ravioli since so many people had raved about it - unfortunately it didn't live up to all of the hype. I would say this is a solid place to have a pasta meal if you are going to a show and looking to dine close by but by no means is it the best in Chicago.

Mike C.

Downstairs joint in a good location. Food was good and service was solid. Minestrone on a cold day really hit the spot. Pasta was good, as well as the salad trio. Not sure if it's touristy or locally but during lunch there were tons of business suits talking about court and briefs and other sleep inducing things. Can't be bad if they keep coming was my thought.

Alison T.

We came here before a symphony performance, and it appeared nearly everyone was there for a pre-show dinner since at exactly 7:30 it went from bustling to empty. That said, its quite large and so can accommodate that type of crowd. Service was prompt, friendly, and very nice. The only complaint on the service was that I had ordered my veal scallopini with no asparagus and it still came out with it (the waitress was willing to take it back, but I told her to give me a minute to see if the flavor had seeped into anything else - since it hadn't I just moved to the side). I personally loved the atmosphere of cozy, stucco walls. It was a great romantic ambiance without being overkill. The food was mixed. The clam chowder and prosciutto appetizer were quite good, with a very fresh cheese (I forget the exact kind but it was gooey and delicious) served with the prosciutto. I loved my primi portion (that's the half size they do if you want both pasta and an entree) of fettuccine with shrimp and actually had to have half wrapped because I would not have been able to eat any of the entree (it was just as good the next day). The shrimp were jumbo and very tasty. My husband's portion of tortellini was smaller but perfect for him. He really enjoyed the taste but I found it too salty, as I did my veal scallopini (really the reason for 4 stars). Dessert was very good. Go for the almond-mascapone cheese one. It came out like little pieces of soft cake. The gelatto was good as well but not nearly as tasty as the other. By the way, the wine list has a small number of half bottles that are perfect if you're looking for something other than the by the glass selection but aren't up for a full bottle before a show.

Ishaq L.

Our favorite Italian restaurant. Nice casual setting, excellent food, no pretension. Good place to take your lady. Recommend the butternut squash ravioli and save room for dessert.

Koizumi Y.

I loved this place when I went there once many years ago. Certainly a warm and inviting, white tablecloth establishment. But to be honest, I'm still too traumatised by the horrific person I was dating at the time to give it five stars. Perhaps if the waiter had gazed through his crystal ball and saved me from one month of hell....

Richard L.

I came here for lunch today and left a bit disappointed after reading prior reviews. We were seated promptly in the "lounge area" next to the bar because we didn't have reservations. Started off with the soup of the day - roasted tomato something something with goat cheese ravioli for $6. The bowl had 2 very small ravioli and the soup was poured on top. Besides the portion being quite small, the soup tasted like marinara sauce. Not so good. i had the amish chicken with shittake mushrooms and veg's for $25. it was pretty good. my friend had the grilled chicken entree salad - also not so good. the chicken was burned on the outside and that ruined the taste of the bland/slightly dry chicken. also, the portion was small for it being a $16 salad. $43 after taxes before tip. Barely full. Not impressed. Skip this place.

Sarah S.

I have been there a few times and it's not bad. Food is pretty good, depending on what you get. I tasted the caprese salad and it was good, risotto was al dente but the soup was just ok. I would recommend to go there anyway, it's a nice spot for an Italian meal

Colleen B.

I went there with some co-workers last night, and I think I can safely say I'll never go back to this place (unless someone else is paying). I had fettuccini and shrimp with peppers and a white wine butter sauce (i think). It was pretty tasty, no complaints... but for $28 it should have blown me out of the water, and it didn't. Other people at my table got fish and ravioli dishes. People sounded pretty satisfied with their meals, no one had any complaints. Though, I was looking at the ravioli, and while it looked delicious, the portions were pretty skimpy--that didn't seem to bother anyone, though, they actually seemed glad they hadn't eaten too much. They did provide pretty tasty rolls and cracker-type bread things while we were waiting for our meals, and they were pretty good. I wouldn't say much towards the service... it was pretty slow, which was ok because we weren't in a hurry, but it was slow. Overall, it was very good taste-wise, but for the price, I guess I expected a little more (fortunately I wasn't paying).

Cindy L.

Was visiting from out of town and we were in a rush to grab something to eat before heading to the Oriental Theatre to watch Wicked. Since all the places accessible by foot was PACKED, we tucked into this place. It was a lot pricier than I had expected for not-so-great quality food. My friend, the local, said Raviolis were their specialty, so she got some squash raviolis that were just DRENCHED in oil. She couldn't even eat it. I got some shrimp variety with pine nuts and spinach - and that was pretty filling. The shrimp was grilled to perfection and I like how the texture of the pine nuts went with the dish. However, just like my friend's dish, after 2/3 into the dish, I see a spool of oil at the bottom of the plate....not very appetizing so I stopped eating. After the abysmal experience with my friend's entree, we decided to get some dessert to fill up. We got a raspberry and grapes tart and it was delicious. The tart was warm so the ice cream melted perfectly on top. My friends got some great wines, and I got a mediocre cab (probably my own fault, oh well). I probably wouldn't go back again because of the price and what you get. I give this place a 2.5.

Cali K.

I recently ate at Trattoria No. 10 with my Mother-in-Law and a friend before we went to see Mary Poppins. First off, the place is super cute. I have walked by this place thousands of time, and did not realize what a great restaurant it is. When you walk in, you immediately walk down some stairs to find the maitre d' and a hostess waiting there for you with a smile. We had reservations so were sat immediately. The tables were all dressed up in white linen with sunflowers on every table. The lighting was very warm and inviting. The service was great too; our waitress was very informative about the menu as it does change everyday. Trattoria No. 10 is known for their ravioli, and upon our waitress' suggestion we each had the asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes with provolone ravioli. It proved to be excellent and was just the right amount to not be too full before the show. I also had the arugula salad to start with; the combination of apples, mozzarella, nuts and a seasoned tomato was delicious. My Mother-in-Law and her friend both had a tomato and rice soup that looked amazing and both of them enjoyed. We had a great experience at Trattoria No. 10 and I will definitely keep it in mind when going to shows in the future. Also, valet was $12 and for an additional $2 we were able to leave our car for the duration of the show. In the end, we left happy and enjoyed the rest of our night.

Marian L.

The BEST restaurant in Chicagoland - hands down! Unbelievable food for great prices! The ravioli stuffed with asparagus tips is to die for! Everything on their menu is truly spectacular! Not too fancy but not too casual - just right for a pleasant calm dining experience. The atmosphere and service is lovely. Business casual dress code - just don't wear jeans and gym shoes and you're golden! Also - be sure to try the salad with candied walnuts and the nutternut squash! Absolutely mouth-watering! Valet parking available! Right in front of the blue line Washington stop. Enjoy!

Gina P.

great food, superb service, relaxing and inviting atmosphere. russell the waiter is on fire!

Chris B.

One of my favorite business lunch spots in the city -- it has it all: great food, great service, and quiet 'acoustics' at the tables -- i.e., you can have good conversations without screaming at each other, or without having to 'low talk' to avoid being overheard. Most recently, we enjoyed the recent plethora of duck on the menu...I'm not normally a duck guy, but it was fantastic. I also had a tenderloin pasta that was phenomenal. Oh! And most recently, an orechiette with sausage -- can't get enough, Their ravioli is the 'signature item,' I would say, and you can't go wrong there, either. I also love their caesar salad...something special about the 'light' nature of it...not smothered like most restaurants. I could list all of their entrees, but you must check it out for yourself. I haven't ever been there for dinner (we tend to go to 312 or Bin 36 for our pre-show dinner...something about numbers in the Loop, apparently), but will certainly make it there at some point.

Elizabeth K.

that atmosphere killed the experience. Music can go a long way in a fine dining experience. I can't remember the last Italian restaurant that didn't have music playing. It was also really uncomfortably hot. Service was great. I ordered a pasta dish that had cajun pepper that apprently the chef didn't taste first because i almost went into cardiac arrest. but the waiter ordered me another with the pepper on the side. Don't let your Dad the steak guy order the ravioli (what its known for), because you'll be making an extra stop at Dominos on the way home to fill him up.

Bridget N.

Came here solo during a business trip and a combo of the atmosphere, service, wine and that frigging amazing butternut squash raviolli totally tranformed my mood.

Anpan W.

Great food! Wine was o.k. Limited selection. Service was o.k.

kb j.

Trattoria No. 10 is a nice place for dinner before attending the theater. It's close to the Ford Center, Palace and the Chicago theaters. We went there on a weekend evening and enjoyed well prepared meal. a The restaurant is entered at street level, though the dining rooms and bar area are below grade level and accessed through stairs or an elevator. We started in the bar waiting for the rest of our party to join us. There is a smallish list of wines by the glass and a wine list, all of which (or substantially all of which) are Italian. Dinner selections include several hot and cold appetizers, several pastas and a selection of other choices (when we dined, it was somewhat like a protein version of Noah's ark- - a couple of fish items, one chicken, one veal, and one pork). I enjoyed the veal scallopine. Desserts were good and included a "trio" choice that consisted of three of the dessert choices. Service was efficient, but not rushed. This place thrives on turning out good food quickly and makes a great choice for pre-theater dining in the Loop.

Lauren M.

We picked this restaurant based off of the Yelp reviews and couldn't be more pleased! We shared a wonderful bottle of white wine. The wine list was awesome and it made me happy to see that they included wines from the Umbria region, which I had just visited. Our waiter was incredibly helpful along with the rest of the staff. I have never been to a restaurant where even the bus boys were attentive to what we needed. The spread that came with the bread was a nice change from olive oils and butters. I had the panko crusted chicken breast with the hunter sauce and was surprised to see that I was given a portion of THREE chicken breasts. This made for a wonderful day after lunch! The root mash that came with came with the chicken was indescribably good. My date had two appetizer plates of ravioli. The sausage ravioli was delicious, but the butternut squash ravioli was out of this world! We both agreed that if we visit this restaurant again (which we fully plan on), we will order a full portion each, because sharing was incredibly hard! We also sprung on dessert. The profiteroles were to die for. We did the vanilla, caramel, and chocolate gelatos with our profiteroles (which are like cream puffs stuffed with gelato and drizzled in chocolate sauce). The gelato was better than even the best gelato I had in Italy, with the caramel topping the list. If you get dinner here and don't get the profiteroles for dessert, you are truly missing out. It was also a great place to go to before the theatre. They got us in and out in a convenient, yet not rushed, time. Extra bonus: Free coat check made for a nicer environment. :)

Chris D.

I really enjoyed my meal here. We were on our way to the theatre and had a light dinner before the show. I had an appetizer and a salad and a glass of wine and everything was fantastic. It not only tasted great, but was unique.

John S.

My goodness that squash ravioli was a treat. They were on the mark for timing and making sure we could get to Mary Poppins on time. Great friendly service. Upscale but not pretentious.

Veggielicious V.

This place was pretty good for italian,I wanted my girls and I to get dressed up and have a nice dinner. I had the fish, I definately enjoyed the wine and the company of my friends.

Jenny B.

love this place everything is great, just don't like it underground and always full

Denton J.

So I had lunch here today and, for the first time, ate at a place I've heard a lot about over the years. It was enjoyable, but not as good as I had expected. I had the Garganelli with beef tenderloin and the arugula salad. The pasta was good with nice flavors but too much salt for my taste. The salad was fresh and quite enjoyable. The service was good: unintrusive yet gave us all we needed. I would go back, but I'd rather not pay.

George K.

You know what? I think I was born in Italy because I can eat lot of Italian food like I have been starved for weeks. People tell me how in the world I can eat so much of it? Well. Maybe it's in my blood? I like this place, clean, cozy, fast service, and everything looks really good. I had gigantic ravioli; it was little spicy because they make their own sauce. I'm use to eating ravioli out of the can and heated in the microwave. So I said what the heck. "Sir, I would like to have ravioli! Right there. Yes please" They were so goooood. It was spicy for me and I drank down two glass of water with it. One piece of this ravioli is like 5 times bigger than ones you get from can ravioli. I wasn't use to eating this size so I did what I normally do with little size ravioli; I put one or two pieces in my mouth. So I'm eating it, shoving it in my mouth without cutting in to little pieces first. Then I start talking with my mouth full... it was kind of funny if you were there. I can't wait to go back to this place to try some other Italian food.

lance s.

this was a great find,open on july 4th and did not cost an arm and a leg. service was perfect, food was fantastic. very close to grant park you can choose entrees or small plates and priced accordingly.

Ellen P.

My favorite Theatre District Italian restaurant - bar none. Have been dining here longer than I can remember, am still a huge fan of the first dish I tried: Butternut Squash Ravioli, simply delectable. They don't even skimp on the Happy Hour Buffet, and offer hot and cold appetizers - get there early, tables go fast, people tend to linger. Most recently had a very successful private party for my colleagues, and everyone raved about the food, service, ambiance - a very "hard to get" group was very impressed. I will return again and again, and yes, it's NOT a chain. Love that!

Alex T.

It really deserved 3.5. The service was fine, and the food was very good. Carpaccio---recommended, though really, it's a hard thing to mess up. I had the farfalle with duck confit with asparagus and I think pinenuts and mushrooms. It was really excellent and had a huge amount of duck, but also was a bit too salty and the sauce quickly did that coagulating thing that alfredos do (though this wasn't an alfredo) which was less than appealling. My dad had ravioli, which were good but I liked mine a lot more. The atmosphere leaves a bet to be desired---I didn't mind being underground, but the drop ceiling was disappointing. The prices also seemed a bit steep, but I guess it caters mostly to the theater/tourist crowd.

Kathleen C.

Excellent regional Italian fare, and one of the few restaurants in the area where you can get a normal portion of Italian food, rather than a boat filled with pasta (I honestly think Italian restaurants want people to become morbidly obese!). Ravioli with asparagus tips is to die for. Nice, cozy atmosphere, and a huge hit with the business lunch crowd, but still possible to get a table without reservations. Also a good pre-theatre choice due to the proximity to the various theatres.

Mike P.

The food at Tratt 10 has always been excellent when I've gone for lunches. I do find the basement location to be somewhat claustrophobic. I still think I'm more of an Italian Village guy.

Reyna H.

Their buffet Mon-Fri is a steal! $12 a person and a $6 a drink purchase is all you need to have a beautiful night, and some exceptional food! Just look out for the one server who you almost feel bad for because he has the entire pre-Wicked crowd! You just wished you got a lil more attention for the buffet service that you tip on!

Paul C.

Recommend you avoid the two two-tops near the bar. The bartender services them, and when she's busy you suffer a little. Food was top-notch.

Tim Q.

Most everything I've had is quite good and they have several vegetarian, though not many vegan dishes. The food is fresh and tasty. Some items are very reasonably priced and some a bit expensive, but not out of the ordinary for the location. Definitely a good alternative to Corner Bakery etc. One of the best deals in loop food though is to come here between 3 and 4 when their pizzas are all half price. You get a fell pizza for less than $5. I usually go later for lunch and it's not too busy then, but if you go between 11:30 and 1:30 expect it to be packed. Also, be aware that the restaurant closes at 4pm, so not after work eats.

Brandon H.

Wonderful ambiance, and the service is outstanding. The food is pretty good.. I ordered the Kobe steak, they warned against it being on the rare side (which is how I like it) so I went with medium-rare.. What I got was closer to medium-well. Not wanting to be "that guy" I ate it, it was decent, just consider yourself warned. The garlic butter was a nice touch, but almost made it too buttery. We made a reservation for 17 for New Year's Eve, and they ended up splitting up two tables so we couldn't all sit together. The coat check is complimentary and the bar area is very nice. Overall it's a quality restaurant.

Loreen B.

Not great service. Had dinner here before seeing "Jersey Boys." It took for----ever to get entree. The atmosphere was nice. The meal....so so. I won't be back.

Tom A.

Another great meal while in Chicago at the suggestion of some local folks at a training. The caesar salad was fresh and their dressing was great. I had the london broil (the first time I've ever seen it on a menu) and boy did I not regret it. The meat was cooked perfectly, and the garlic butter on top made the meat melt like butter. Hardly any fat, but just a great tasting piece of meat. My coworker had the Veal which he said was also a great presentation and taste. The waiter was very well versed in the available wines as well as knowing the various dishes in and out. I could go to this restaurant for a at least a week straight there were so many different meals on the menu that looked worth trying.

blake m.

This is going to be a basic review. Everything at this restaurant is decent. It is good, but not great. With all the great Italian places in Chicago I will not be going back anytime soon. I went with 3 others and tried all 4 apps and 4 entrees. Out of the 8 things that I tried none of them did anything special for me. Apps: pasta fagoli, Caresse salad, scallops and the shrimp, eh. Entrees: farfalle duck confit, lobster ravioli, sausage ravioli, risotto with venison, meh. Do yourself a favor and skip this one, not because it is bad, but because you could do so much better.

Giacomo M.

Excellent food and service. We go there often as we go to so many plays in the area. The food is so different and varied each time we go there; a new menu is printed each day. Creativity is alive and well. The wine selection is great and reasonably priced,try the Sardinian wine. The servings are just the right size before going to the theatre. And did I mention the Great Service ! Buon Apertito !

Aimee C.

I wouldn't say that Trattoria is the best restaurant in chicago.. but I will say it has a warm wonderful atmosphere, where I'm sure a number of business deals are signed, sealed and made.. A quick and easy place to get good food. I'll go back for more...

Andrew T.

Been here for the bar buffet downstairs. I think you have to spend a minimum of 8 bucks or so on drinks (just get a glass of wine, you'll be fine), then the buffet is 12 or so bucks. Something like that. Anyways, the food is light italian fare, with a good selection of cheese/meats/crackers, shrimp, two types of pastas (red and white sauce) and salad and olives and toppings, etc. I enjoy it as it's hard to find a dinner buffet in the loop!

Geoff M.

The food here was excellent - the rigatoni with tomato, caramelized onions, spinach, pine nuts and goat cheese was a big success and the shrimp in our appetizer were perfectly cooked. Four stars for the food. The atmosphere left a little to be desired. I felt like I was dining in a wine cellar, only with people dressed in power suits and not quite so rustic. The place was pretty empty, so conversation wasn't a problem. Minus one star for ambiance. I'd go back if someone else was footing the bill.

Laura I.

I'd actually probably give it an extra half star if I could. This place is weird though. It's all underground so there's no windows in the seating area. However, it is very well lit so you don't feel weird without the windows. The waiters are extremely nice and the dishes are phenomenal. The downside is the pricey-ness of it. However, it's a good place with tasty Italian food. The ravioli with asparagus tips will make your mouth water for more.

mark l.

We had a superb dinner on Friday night before the Symphony. We arrived at 5:30 just as the restaurant opened and were greeted promptly and shown to a very quiet table as requested. The tables are very well spaced in this subterranean space and conversation is no problem. The wine list is a home run, with Italian varieties well picked and a few very affordable. The service was friendly and efficient but my oh my, the food was just great. We told them we were going to the CSO afterwards and they comped desert. We started with a polenta and sausage creation that was excellent, spiced beautifully, but the portion size truly enough for two to share or a main course. We then went on to house made ravioli, whre I had the asparagus and my best friend the squash and pumpkin. Both were as advertised, heavy on the wowie. We had the half portions, which again were huge. Once more, you could easily split these. We both went for the salmon, which was well executled on veggie rissoto and with pickled veggies on the side. Wonderful. Desert was a semi freddo pistacio creation that I would highly recommend and my girlfriend raspberries. Total check with wine and beverage before was $159 without tip. This is a really good restaurant, well run, and with a chef that knows what he/she is doing. ZB

Kay B.

My husband and I dined here on a Friday evening, pre-theater. We haven't eaten here in about 5 years. The food was good, but I am not sure it justifies the prices. But before I go any further, I must say that I was appalled and shocked that you actually have to buy your bread here. Yes, you heard that correctly. I know things are bad all over, but come on. What Italian restaurant doesn't serve bread. They serve flat, crunchy pieces of dough (crackers??) in lieu of bread. When it costs 2 people upwards of $125 for dinner for two, before tip, I think that they can throw a little bread your way gratis. The meal was good, but I don't think I would go running back anytime soon. For that price I can think of many other places I would go to (that serve bread).

Joe T.

I went here with two friends and we were all very impressed by this place. They have a great wine selection and their food was quite good. Our favorites were tomato and basil-stuffed crespelle (appetizer) and the sausage ravioli in arrabiatta sauce. Service was good, with friendly and attentive wait staff. Prices are a bargain for the quality of the food and the location in the Loop. The space itself is cozy, but I had a hard time reconciling the grotto-like archways in the dining area with the white industrial tile ceilings above them. A sort of "Big Night" meets "Office Space" kind of feel.

Jenn B.

After reading review after review of theater district restaurants, there was just something interesting about Trattoria No. 10 that appealed to me. I was going to take my 75 year old spry grandmother to Mary Poppins and I dreaded another Italian Village experience. So we decided on Trattoria. I called on Monday, booked us in at 5:30pm on Thursday. Thanks to another yelper, I saw that you could valet for dinner and the show for only $14...which was awesome for the situation - Grandma had to catch the 10:40pm metra and while she's quite the urban adventurer, I was a little uneasy about traipsing her around the loop at nite. The valet was professional and very gracious. When you walk in at street level and descend down the wooden staircase, it feels almost European (actually reminded me of a wine bar I frequented in Earls Court, London several years ago). The staff was uber-friendly, and, even though we waited for about 15 minutes before our server appeared, he was clearly apolegetic and quickly made up for the error by giving us outstanding service. We both started with the caesar salad - the presentation was lovely and the dressing just tangy enough. The grandmother had the eggplant linguini and, even though she admitted to our server she had never had eggplant before, ate every single bite! A big compliment coming from my German meat and potatoes grandma! I had the ravioli with asparagus, provolone and sundried tomatoes and could not get over how fresh it tasted - the raviolis were clearly homemade and didn't have that processed fresh-from a bag or can taste at all. Yummy! We ended with a slice of tiramisu and coffee, which was the BEST tiramisu I've had since living in Rome itself!!!! You could taste the booze...it was heavenly! It was accompanied by a gargantuan chocolate dipped strawberry that was refreshing after the richness of the tiramisu. The place is cozy, intimate, and feels like you're in a different world rather than in downtown Chicago. As a nearly decade-long city dweller, I was so thrilled to find a gem like Trattoria No. 10!!!!

Matthew S.

Very traditional, dimly lit (read: romantic-ish) place with pretty good food overall. The ravioli (any of them) is far and away their specialty in my opinion and worth a shot. Certainly the best items I have had there. The service was OK, and no real complaints... but didn't knock my socks off, either (does anyone actually say that anymore?).

Rose P.

One of the better Italian restaurants in the Loop and I agree that the butternut squash ravioli is awesome. If you go on weekydays just after work do try the $12 all you can eat buffet + 2 drink min (its a small buffet of fresh salads, pastas, grilled vegetables etc.) which is excellent, and even better on mondays when I believe that bottles of wine are half off. Trattoria 10 is perfect for a date and the theater, and I have recommended it many times for a business lunch or dinner spot.

Elizabeth C.

I went here for the first time today for a business meeting. We had no problem hearing one another, and the waiter was kind enough to inform us that there were some large parties tying up the kitchen, in case we were in a rush. Everyone loved their food. I would highly recommend it.

Pasha B.

Good food, good service. Classy, I was the only one not wearing a suit at lunch.

Sheila Y.

So I am giving this four stars, but I am much more in the 3.5 star range (I have a tendency to over-reach) I have a weekly tradition while I am in Chicago for the summer to go out to a different restaurant in the vicinity of my job. Today I opted for something directly downstairs...Trattoria #10. The ambiance left much to be desired. Because I was dining alone I was sort of placed in a strange corner of the restaurant (still surrounded by other tables mind you), but everything was kind of off kilter. My waitress was quite nice, but definitely seemed out of place if they are trying to break into the finer dining establishment scene. Plates took longer than expected to be cleared and other elements of fine-tuned service were lacking. There was little if any art on the walls and because this restaurant is located below ground it felt kind of cramped and depressing. The food however saved this from being truly ordinary. I started with a Pinot Bianco and the Grilled Calamari with hearts of palm, fresh mozzarella, haricots vert and cherry tomatoes. The calamari was perfectly seasoned and the hearts of palm and mozzarella were refreshing. I think they could completely do away with the last two additions because they complicated the dish. My crisp and relatively dry Pinot Bianco matched quite well and I let it lead me into the main dish. For my Secondi I ordered the Grilled Sea Scallops, served aside sauted spinach and porcini mushrooms. This was also bordering on quite delicious were it not for a couple of hiccups. First, I felt the meaty porcini, although wonderful, competed with the delicate scallop. I also felt my scallop could have been more grilled. It was almost as if their "grill" was not hot enough to quickly sear the scallop and leave it wonderful and moist inside. I appreciate however that they did not overdo it and leave me with tough rubber. The sauce served underneath was almost a buerre blanc and a bit overpowering as well. I think my expectations may have been a little high, but overall this is a decent place to take clients (it was full of business folk and lawyer wannabes (me)) for a decent meal in the loop.

Jen K.

Went here for a business lunch this week. The food was very good. I had a sweet potato gnocchi and a caprese salad. I liked that the portions were not huge and overwhelming since then I feel like I have to finish the meal. Its on the expensive side though so unless the company is comping it I won't be back during the lunch hour.

Joseph P.

OK place, but a pricy for my suburban wallet - when the cheapest glass of house wine is $9, you know its going to hurt a bit. Great soup of the day. Pastas are priced like moderate entrees, but are really appetizer-szed. The desert sampler is a great ending for an otherwise skimpy meal. But, at $100+ with tip for 1 glass of wine, 2 soups & pastas plus 1 desert sampler, I think its pushing it. Nice enough atmosphere - like a family restaurant in a Hyatt. Close to the theater district - that's how we wandered in

Ren H.

The butternut squash ravioli is fantastic! THey've also got a great buffet and an extensive wine list!

S G.

went here over the weekend for my birthday dinner. It was not that busy and service was great, drinks were good, had the pomagranate martini appetizer was good, but needed more bread- mushroom crostini and calamari i had the mushroom and marsala pasta with gorgnozola cream sauce whic was awesome. Other people in our group tried the Mahi Mahi and the Pork belly which were good per them too. dessert- I had tiramisu which was the standard tiramisu wines and drink menu were great for everyone. overall a great dinner.

Anthony A.

Service - 5 Food - 4.5 Ambiance - 4 Great service, attentive to our needs but never felt like anyone was hovering. I love the ravioli and the tiramisu. The Italian wedge salad was very flavorful but unfortunately the wedge itself was warm temperature and limp, not cool and crunchy like I was expecting. The appetizer size for the entree is perfect for combining with a soup, salad or desert. The ambiance is wonderful for being in the basement and it never felt cramped or claustrophobic. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a romantic meal off the beaten path.

Dimple M.

Absolutely fantastic experience. Service was good. prompt. Great vegetarian options, although the menu does not explicitly state it. Ask! We were celebrating a friend's birthday and they made it special by bringing in a candle lit desert :-). Watch out for some awesome ravioli options.

Mindy S.

Whoa! Awesome food and wine list. The restaurant gets packed and it's because the food, wine and ambiance are wonderful. The tables are spaced nicely so you can have a private conversation, the staff is very pleasant, the food is tasty. I will be back!

Elizabeth A.

Mushroom risotto is insanely rich deliciousness. Just do it. Better yet, just do it on a cutesy little date because the place is perfect for a cutesy little date!

Thomas B.

Had a quick dinner here with my boss, and overall it was very enjoyable. Nice atmosphere, and our waiter was very nice and accommodating of the fact that neither of us was terribly hungry (I have so often in other restaurants sensed annoyance when you refuse to order more than 2 courses). Cuisine itself wasn't too heavy. Probably better for a night out with friends or romantic-other rather than with your boss.

Nelson B.

Great place for a business lunch! We made reservations and were seated immediately. The waitstaff was very attentive and the food was excellent (We had the baby pumpkin appetizer - like a delicious squash and for my entree I had the Black Tagliatelle Pasta - highly recommended). Great atmosphere for a business meeting... classy, easy to maintain a conversation and comfortable. My only knock on this place is the price ($$$$)... which is why you go here for business on an expense account :-)

Shauna D.

Romantic and authentic Italian restaurant! Thoroughly enjoyed the asparagus raviolis and Caesar salad! Will definitely return when we are back in Chicago!

Helmut B.

Five stars for the food alone. The basement space is nice in a faux Italian way. Service was friendly and efficient. The focus here is the food. I had the house made Ravioli with spicy sausage which were delicate and flavorful and the veal scaloppini with mushrooms and green beans, which may have been the best veal I have had in a long time. Very authentic and subtle flavors. Good selection of house wines. A great place for a date or intimate group dining experience. We went before the theater and had no problem getting in or out with plenty of time to spare. I love this place in a pure way...the way a boy loves his first dog.

Ashley S.

Atmosphere was good and the service was excellent. The food, while good, did seem overpriced though. While I realize prices in the city are going to be higher, I still left the restaurant thinking it wasn't really worth it. It was a nice, romantic dinner, but it's probably not somewhere I would go regularly,

Onur U.

I don't have a whole lot good to say about my experience there. The service was friendly and attentive, but that hardly makes up for the lousy food and high prices. A lot of times when I don't like a dish at a restaurant, I can tell it's because the chef messed it up or because the ingredients weren't fresh. In those cases, I'm turned off because the restaurant should really be trying harder. At Trattoria No. 10, the food is meant to taste this boring. My pasta dish was made with mid-tier noodles, cooked till they're mushy, topped with a lifeless duck confit, and finished with an ill-conceived dark sauce that clearly was meant for beef (or at least should have been). It was an uninspired, thoroughly mediocre plate of pasta that cost a whopping 25 dollars for lunch. Hey, at least the Parmesan crisps were good. I got to sample the other dishes at the table, and felt exactly the same way. In a city with so much great Italian food, this place is the definition of bland Italian food catering to tourists.

Chris B.

This is based on 1 visit, so it might be revised after the next time I go, but 2nd best Italian I've had in this city. Yes it is over-priced but that is all Italian restaurants I find. I mean $20 for pasta, it's flour and water, come on. But it's is really delicious, and I had a dessert there that was fantastic. Atmosphere is great, a little on the classy side so save this for a fancy/romantic night out.