Half Italian Grocer

They've been opened since March but I only made it over here recently. I was well taken care of by Dawn who explained all the sandwiches. I was having trouble deciding if I wanted something healthier and arugalish or something more meatier. But the she mentioned there's was fresh cheese ravioli available. That sealed the decision for me. I took my container to go. Verdict: satisfying ravioli with a great homemade-tasting red sauce.

I was in a hurry so I didn't grab anything else. But in the refrigerator case I saw the porcini encrusted chicken which sounded intriguing. And of course I have to come back for the deserts.

They do take credit cards now with a $15 minimum. There is a big city parking lot right behind the place.

Love this place, and love that Nancy put it all together and is making it work! It's like being in a quaint, European cafe - unpretentious and simple. I usually get the prosciutto sandwich, and love to stop by and pick up odds & ends for the kitchen every now and then. Whenever I'm in the neighborhood at lunch hour, it's my go-to spot for an affordable, delicious lunch. The cash only thing is a bit annoying, but it is what it is, plus my bank is next door. They do have some tables and I have hardly ever had a problem finding a place to sit if necessary. Whenever my Italian mother in law comes to visit, she runs with the kids down to Half Italian as fast as she can. That's a good sign!

Plus, cannoli! I mean, come on!

I really wanted to love this place and was hoping they'd have real deal italian sandwiches.
My rating is strictly for their sandwiches & customer service.
where is the meat on these things? They charge $6-8 for one layer meat. With so many great sandwich shops in Chicago, they should step up their game!
Bari on grand is cheaper and with more meat. Sterling goss in wicker may be $1 more, but they use boars head meats and layer it on THICK.
It is cute inside and the coffee is good. I like the chairs outside. The customer service isnt that great. My friend asked them for a plastic bag after she bought something and they gave her all this guff like "do you really need one?" B.S. and meh.