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    Quartino

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    626 N State St
    Old Town/River North, Chicago  | Map

    312-698-5000  | Make a reservation

    El: Red to Grand. Bus: 22, 36, 65, 156  | Directions

    http://www.quartinochicago.com

    Prices

    Average small plate: $5.

    Description
    The Gibsons folks go rustic Italian with this cavernous dining room decked out with reclaimed wood and subway tiles, vintage mirrors and mismatched chairs. To ensure authenticity on the plate, they’ve enlisted chef John Coletta, who doesn’t disappoint with housemade salumi like beef bresaola, spicy soppressata and duck prosciutto served with housemade giardiniera and mostarda. The pizza is among the better thin-crust versions in town (go for the Margherita), and small plates of grappa-cured salmon and braised pork–filled ravioli topped with crispy speck and al dente fava beans are impressive. Living up to the name, the affordable, half-Italian, half-global wine list is offered in quarter, half and full liters.

    Hours

    Lunch, dinner.

    Keywords
    • Private party room(s)
    • Outdoor seating
    • Notable wine list
    • Cheap (entrees under $10)


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