What is an Italian restaurant near Hancock Building in Chicago? ?

So, I know this incredibly vague, but here's the deal. My boyfriend and I went to some Italian place within walking distance from our hotel, Seneca, a few years ago. We loved it, but we can't remember the name or the street it was on. We sat outside. I think there might have been a park across the street, but I'm not sure. We are going to be in Chicago next week and really want to go there, but of course we're having trouble locating it. So, does any local Chicagoian happen to know what I'm talking about?



On another note, can anyone recommend a great, affordable pasta place in the same area?



Thanks a lot!What is an Italian restaurant near Hancock Building in Chicago? ?
Carmines, it's the best Italian restaurant in Chicago.



The best Italian sausage and meatballs you've ever had!



It's right near the corner of Division and Rush.
1) Spiaggia (980 N. Michigan) is super-pricey and close to the John Hancock Building (875 N. Michigan). You could go up to the Signature Room on the 96th floor for "the view".

2) Go to wttw.com.....click "Programs".....click "Check, Please!".....click "Restaurants"......click "By Cuisine"......click "Italian"......browse through those listings.What is an Italian restaurant near Hancock Building in Chicago? ?
one great italian place that's easily accessible by train or bus from downtown is tufano's.



http://www.menuism.com/restaurants/aqXqF鈥?/a>



it's definitely a "locals" kind of place. the menu is always changing, so it's written up on a large on the chalkboard - not the same as holding a menu in your hands, but at least you know everything you're getting is as fresh as possible. the lemon chicken is easily in the top five chicken dishes in the city.
I agree with Katie. You probably ate on Rush Street near Bellevue. There is a small "park" across the street.

http://chicago.metromix.com/restaurants/鈥?/a>
If you want affordable in the area try Coco Pazzo Cafe or Volare. These will have a little different vibe than the Gold Coast.
Giordano's

Here's their website with all their locations:

http://www.giordanos.com/locations.php

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