Description:
Self-consciously retro, this restaurant re-creates the feeling of downtown dining in the 1940s and '50s. Located in the Goodman Theatre building, Petterino's is a popular pretheater option, so book a table in advance if you have to catch a show. The dimly lit dining room is decorated in dark wood with red leather bootST, and the overall feel is relaxed rather than hyped-up. The straightforward menu is filled with classic American big-night-out favorites: veal chops, New York strip steak, slow-cooked beef brisket, and some fresh fish selections. Pastas include baked ravioli and fettuccine Alberto (a version of Alfredo with peas and prosciutto). Among the old-time appetizers, you'll find shrimp de jonghe, coated with garlic and bread crumbs, and an excellent tomato bisque soup. In keeping with the restaurant's entertainment connection, some dishes are named after local celebrities -- a nicely done salad of chopped mixed greens and blue cheese is named for longtime Sun-Times columnist Irv Kupcinet. The lunch menu offers smaller versions of the dinner entrees, along with a good mix of salads and sandwiches.
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User Reviews for Petterino's
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Close to theaters and great food!
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The blacken scallops and fresh pasta dishes are awesome. Cool old chicago type restaurant with a warm classy environment for dinner and a great bar with places to eat.
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- posted on 11.26.12
- by John C
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Great Pre-Theatre Meal
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Petterino's is in the heart of Chicago's theatre district. There are caricatures and photos of actors and others all over the walls. We were there for Sunday brunch before...
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- posted on 11.26.12
- by travbud1
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Been here twice. Once average and once poor. There will be no third time
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My wife suggested we pop in to warm up and have a drink. My first thought was that I had a steak dinner here two years ago and nothing was memorable. Rather than suggest another place,...
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- posted on 11.25.12
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Awards:
Frommer's
- Highly Recommended 2009
- Highly Recommended 2010
Message from Petterino's
Recalling the Golden Age of Chicago nightlife, Petterino's, in the heart of the theatre district, rekindles the excitement of luxuriant dinners before an evening of music or drama...of dining on a grand scale with crisp, folded linens?uniformed servers bearing silver trays?and creative kitchens turning out dazzling, delicious, glamorous meals. At Petterino's, classic culinary techniques and the finest contemporary ingredients provide sophisticated, fashionable dining for modern, nutrition-aware diners. Today's business leaders, up-to-date shoppers, and theatre lovers delight in the hundreds of caricatures depicting the talented actors, writers, and directors (Petterino's patrons all) who have made Chicago's contemporary theatre scene so highly regarded for its traditions of quality and ingenuity. Dinner patrons have the option of leaving their cars with Petterino's valets to reclaim after the performance.
- Traditinal American Fare
- Sophisticated Ambience
- Power Lunches & Theatre Dining
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 312/422-0150
Address:
- 150 N. Dearborn St
- At Randolph St
- Chicago, IL 60602
Payments:
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Hours:
- Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri 11am-11pm; Sat 11:30am-11pm; Sun 3:30-7:30pm
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