Antica Pizzeria

Great Italian cuisine.  First time being to a restaurant where you brought your own wine, but definitely something I could get used to.  Our group started off with the La Bottegaia and the fennel was was great.  My entree of the Ravioli Con Salsa Di Aragosta was absolutely amazing.  This was the best ravioli I have ever had.  I am by no means a cook, but it seems the use of the lobster bisque sauce was a very delicious decision.  The only issue was that though they were big pieces, the order only came with about 6 pieces.  After our entrees, instead of ordering a dessert we ordered the Bruschetta Donatella and these were great.  Similar to La Bottegaia, the fennel was great and the roasted red peppers were a nice addition to a dish I have always thought of just being bread and tomatoes.  After we were all done, we finished with a cappuccino from their new espresso machine which was quite good.  Not sure the next time I will be visiting Chicago, but when I do, I will be suggesting this place wholeheartedly.

So much more than a pizza joint.  they make some of the best pasta I've ever had. excellent BYOB date spot.

Hands down the most authentic Italian food around.  I've been coming here since chef/owner Mario brought his delicious food to the neighborhood several years ago and the food has been consistently excellent.  He seems to be always striving to improve Antica Pizzeria and the warm atmosphere makes you feel you are in a trattoria/pizzeria in Italy. Hostess/server Racy makes always makes dining there a great experience.

I can honestly say that everything I have tried from the menu has been excellent.  My favorites include the fried calamari, the pizza Padania and the pappardelle pasta with short ribs. It's great that Mario has kept the place BYOB because it makes dining there very affordable.