Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio

The ambience is really nice. The food was delicious. Make sure to ask for Freddy as your waiter. He was awesome. His suggestions were on point. Best service I’ve had in a while! Will definitely go back next time I’m in Chicago!

From start to finish an outstanding dining experience. The food was incredible. We ordered stuff zucchini blossom, ham and burrata plate, Pacific prawns and the braised lamb ravioli special. Our server Rose was exceptional. Her knowledge of the food and wine were unmatched. She made great recommendations both on the food and a music venue to visit after. The plates aren't just dumped on the table at once. They come one at a time for you to savor each bite. While it is a little pricey, it is worth every penny. Highly recommend

Freddy was an exceptional server. He knew the menu well. Every staff member was attentive. The atmosphere was quiet even though the place was bustling. The drinks were creative. I wish I could have tried the desserts. I can't wait to return for dinner and the wine list.

We have literally been trying to get a reservation at this place for _years_. Not every week or anything, but many, many times without success. It feels a bit harsh to drop a star for that, but "perception is part of the whole" in dining.
We shared (four of us) quite a large portion of the menu, and there were simply no "misses",. absolutely none. One of the party was a vegetarian, but they went away full as well. And the sommelier recommended wine was perfect and unusual.
That being said, I'm not entirely clear as to why this place has remained so difficult to get in. The food is top notch, sure, uniformly. And the service, from every member of the staff, is impeccable. But then you are paying essentially, at least close to, top-ticket prices so that sort of goes without saying. But I have had the equal or better in Chicago on many occasions, and without the wait.
Go if you can, but don't worry that you are missing something "life changing" if you can't.

Anyone who begins to negatively over analyze this restaurant’s qualities should simply stop and check their head. outstanding service and a highly positive emotional eating experience for my wife and I. The Accolades and awards are worthy of the hype. Will recommend to everyone who visits this great city!