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$18.00Tender mixed beets paired with crisp fennel, fresh citrus, wild greens, toasted hazelnuts, and creamy Gorgonzola DOP cheese.
Tender mixed beets paired with crisp fennel, fresh citrus, wild greens, toasted hazelnuts, and creamy Gorgonzola DOP cheese.
Crisp Tuscan kale ribbons tossed with sliced radishes, golden croutons, and a house-made lemon-parmesan dressing.
Fresh field greens tossed with sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots, grape tomatoes, and a tangy Dijon vinaigrette.
Imported Italian buffalo mozzarella paired with wood-roasted bell peppers, capers, fresh basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
Fresh arugula leaves paired with sweet sliced peaches, creamy Capriole goat cheese, and a delicate lemon-olive oil dressing.
Traditional Tuscan heirloom tomato and toasted bread salad with fresh basil, cucumbers, celery, onions, red wine vinegar, and olive oil.
Lightly battered and golden fried calamari and shrimp served with fresh lemon wedges and savory dipping sauce.
Silky nineteen-month aged Prosciutto di Parma paired with sweet, freshly sliced cantaloupe melon.
Creamy hand-stuffed mozzarella paired with savory mortadella, crunchy pistachios, and marinated roasted grapes.
Wood-roasted oyster mushrooms baked with house-cured pancetta, aged balsamic glaze, radicchio, and tender spinach.
House specialty platter featuring cured Prosciutto di Parma, Pecorino DOP cheese, marinated olives, beans, and grilled seasonal vegetables.
Chilled, lightly spiced rustic tomato and vegetable soup garnished with toasted bread and finely diced vegetables.
Handcrafted squid ink black spaghetti tossed with fresh mussels, clams, shrimp, calamari, San Marzano tomatoes, and red chili flakes.
Signature four-cheese filled ravioli gently tossed in butter, toasted pine nuts, a sweet Marsala wine glaze, and Parmesan curls.
Wide ribbon pappardelle pasta tossed in a rich, slow-simmered Tuscan spiced wild boar ragù.
Traditional spinach pasta sheets layered with creamy Béchamel sauce and slow-cooked Bolognese meat ragù.
Tender potato gnocchi sauteed with toasted garlic, roasted eggplant, heirloom tomatoes, and ricotta salata cheese.
Rolled pasta pouches filled with ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan in a tomato-vodka cream sauce with blistered tomatoes and stracciatella.
Wood-fired white pizza topped with fior di latte mozzarella, fresh wild arugula, olive oil, and shaved Reggiano cheese curls.
Classic Neapolitan pizza with sweet San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh fior di latte mozzarella, and aromatic basil.
Wood-fired crust topped with tomato basil sauce, fresh fior di latte mozzarella, and draped with sliced Prosciutto di Parma.
San Marzano tomato sauce pizza baked with fresh pulled mozzarella, garlic, basil, extra virgin olive oil, and stracciatella.
Whole sea salt-crusted Mediterranean sea bass served with grilled asparagus and a bright citrus caper reduction.
Pan-roasted Loch Duart salmon served over roasted bell peppers, olives, chickpea puree, and a frisée herb salad.
Slow-braised beef short ribs served over creamy local white corn polenta, sautéed greens, and rich red wine reduction.
Pan-seared Alaskan halibut served in a aromatic saffron-shellfish broth with mussels, clams, pickled fennel, and toasted bread.
Char-grilled seafood feast featuring tender octopus, calamari, and jumbo shrimp with grilled gem lettuce and lemon caper oil.
Bone-in chicken breast wrapped in sage and prosciutto, served alongside corn and rapini farrotto with white wine sauce.
Selection of house-made Italian cookies including almond golden raisin biscotti and chocolate hazelnut biscotti.
Selection of fresh seasonal wild berries served plain or with fresh whipped cream upon request.
Silky eggless vanilla and lemon custard topped with house-made blackberry sauce and fresh berries.
Traditional Sicilian ricotta cheesecake accompanied by fresh strawberry puree and mixed berries.
Assorted Mediterranean olives marinated with citrus zest, garlic, and wild herbs.
Fresh asparagus spears char-grilled with extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, and lemon.
Sautéed Italian rapini greens cooked with garlic, chili flakes, and extra virgin olive oil.
Crispy oven-roasted potato cubes seasoned with fresh rosemary, sea salt, and olive oil.
House-made wood-fired bread stuffed with savory pork and beef meatballs, pomodoro sauce, and melted fior di latte mozzarella.
House-made rosemary focaccia filled with delicate Italian mortadella, pistachio pesto, and creamy stracciatella cheese.
House-cured pancetta-wrapped meatloaf served with green beans and creamy mashed potatoes.
Pan-grilled ahi tuna steak served over a warm cannellini bean salad with red onion, celery, carrot, and green beans.
Crispy breaded flattened chicken cutlet served with wild arugula, radicchio, and lemon wedges.
Two-tone green and white ribbon pasta tossed with tender, slow-cooked veal ragù.
Nestled in River West, Piccolo Sogno—meaning "little dream" in Italian—delivers an authentic, ingredient-driven Italian dining experience rooted in Tuscan tradition and regional rusticity. Led by Chef Ciro Longobardo, the restaurant has long established itself as a premier destination for Chicagoans seeking comforting handcrafted pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and exceptional regional Italian seafood.
Stepping into Piccolo Sogno feels like escaping directly to the Italian countryside. The dining space balances a cozy indoor trattoria filled with warm wood tones and soft ambient lighting alongside one of Chicago's most celebrated outdoor garden dining patios. Surrounded by lush greenery and romantic strings of lights, the patio offers a idyllic setting for sunlit business lunches, intimate romantic dinners, or memorable group celebrations.
The core of Piccolo Sogno’s menu lies in its devotion to fresh, scratch-made pasta and wood-oven techniques. Signature offerings showcase bold, balanced flavors and authentic techniques:
Piccolo Sogno presents moderate-to-upscale dining value. Appetizers and salads range between $11 and $25, while handmade pasta courses average $23 to $35. Prime main courses like braised short ribs and roasted seafood range from $30 to $55. Midday visitors can take advantage of approachable lunch specials including wood-fired panuzzo sandwiches and regional salads around $17 to $29.
Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during warmer months for outdoor patio seating. The restaurant accommodates diverse dietary preferences, offering clearly labeled gluten-free items (GF) and gluten-free optional preparations (GFA) for many pasta dishes. Valet parking is available on Halsted Street, and the location sits conveniently steps away from the Grand CTA Blue Line station.
730 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
302 N Green St 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60607
837 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
932 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607
809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
233 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606
Piccolo Sogno is renowned for its signature house-made Spaghetti Neri (squid ink pasta loaded with fresh seafood in tomato chili broth) and the namesake Ravioli Piccolo Sogno (four-cheese ravioli finished with Marsala glaze, pine nuts, and butter sauce). Other diner favorites include Pappardelle con Cinghiale and spinach Lasagna Bolognese.
Yes, Piccolo Sogno features one of Chicago's most acclaimed garden patios. The lushly landscaped outdoor dining area offers a secluded, romantic setting shaded by trees and illuminated by garden lighting during summer months.
Piccolo Sogno provides extensive gluten-free (GF) and vegetarian choices across salads, antipasti, and entrees. Many pasta dishes can be prepared with gluten-free pasta alternatives upon request (labeled as GFA on the menu).
Appetizers range from $11 to $25, handcrafted pasta dishes run from $23 to $35, and seafood or meat entrees (Secondi) range from $30 to $55. Lunch menu specials feature sandwiches and lighter portions starting around $16 to $27.
Yes, valet parking is available on-site for a fee. The restaurant is also conveniently located right next to the CTA Blue Line Grand Station and local bus routes.
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