This small Italian restaurant offers better food than most along with a decent wine selection. The lunch and dinner menus include two types of bruchetta, mussels and calarmari marinara, the traditional caprese salad with fresh mozzarella, pastas and entrees like roasted duck and grilled pork tenderloin. The restaurant also boast its "famous bread" served with a variety of toppings like Kalamata olives and roasted garlic with olive oil. There's an extensive wine list plus the option of catering.

Average cost: $10-$20

Centerstage Reviewer: Centerstage Chicago Staff