We enjoyed our visit here. The setting in an older home is very nice. The food was of the highest quality in every respect. The service was enthusiastic and knowledgeable , although it felt a little odd being served in what is to be a slice of Bologna by a young Cal graduate. He was genuinely interested and helpful although... more

Jeremy was the waiter. Hubby had the striped bass served over three types of exotic mushrooms (light and flaky); I had the special which was two types of home made pastas - a raviole and a tagliatelle (sp?) which were both delicious and oh so fresh. Unfortunately we had a little "whoops" when my hubby accidentally batted his wine glass... more

I travel to Chicago on business frequently from the West coast. My hotel recommended this restaurant and I am thrilled to say that this is one of the best restaurants that I've found in the U.S. in a long time. The food is amazing, ambiance was great and the wait staff (especially Robby) were great. I travel to Italy frequently... more

If you're not into Wild Bore, you can still choose from an amazing selection of home made pastas. Great wine selection and wonderfully authentic Italian food. more

For me (being from nearby Bologna) it is the real deal. The Sassi's (owners) brought Bologna and its faboulous cuisine to Chicago more

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An outstanding find in a city of a thousand restaurants. The pasta is made on site, is light, delicious. I had the night's special, a double tagliatelle with truffles/the other with mushrooms. It was delectable. My husband had a 'heavier' pasta dish with bolagnese sauce which he LOVED! We would go back again and again if we were closer! Wine... more

We went to Merlo on Saturday night recommended by our Hotel. Whilst the food was good, we found the waiter to be really patronising and basically he made us feel that we shouldn't be eating there ! We decided to just have a main meal and get out . He offered us desserts but made sure he told us the... more

This was by far THE WORST RESTAURANT experience I have ever had. Waiters were switched without notification, the appetizer arrived before my beer did. I was served “Rare” meat instead of “Well Done”, my date was served uncooked Chocchi. Manager came by our table and said he will take care of everything. My date got the remaining 8 pieces of... more