Coco Pazzo
Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: (312) 836-0900
Fax: (312) 836-0257
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Franklin Street
- Directions:
- El: Brown Line to Merchandise Mart
- Specialties:
- Italian Food
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm, Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Sat 5:30pm-11pm, Sun 5pm-10pm
Message from Coco Pazzo
Bringing fine Italian food to Chicago since 1991
- Italian Cuisine
- Gourmet Pastries
- Private Parties
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Editorial Review for Coco Pazzo – by Elisa Kronish
The Scene
Dramatic velvet curtains frame windows and separate sections of this loft space, a favorite of River North diners. Rustic wood floors, exposed beams, soft lighting and whimsical centerpieces take the edge off serious business.
The Food
The menu offers carefully planned, lusty Italian fare. Start with grilled oyster mushrooms, toasty and peppery, over baby spinach. Other antipasti include cod croquettes, calamari, wild boar ragu and seared beef carpaccio. Creative entrees include pheasant breast, Peking duck, venison, veal and a 26-ounce rib eye. North Atlantic salmon wins high praise--sweet and moist, served with an earthy medley of Swiss chard, grapes and thyme. The lamb special (never on the menu, always offered) is a must. Pasta dishes are rich and flavorful, such as the farfalle pasta with mushrooms, peas, pesto-tomato sauce and goat cheese. Killer desserts include peanut- and chocolate-swirl ice cream with toasted peanuts.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasFor more casual Tuscan dining, try Coco Pazzo Cafe, just off the Mag Mile.
What to DrinkTry anything off the only-Italian wine list for a complete and traditional dining experience.
User Reviews for Coco Pazzo
06/16/2008 Posted by rb7691
We went on Father's day evening and had a really enjoyable evening. There were 3 generations at the table ranging from 75 years old to 10 years old, added to that , half the party was vegetarian. The wait staff were wonderful, guiding us through the vegetarian options and providing a lovely plate of crispy bread and a white bean dip (for free). My father in law asked for a bruchetta (which wasn't on the menu) and they made it for us and it was delicious. The food was excellent especially the pizza. Again, for dessert my son wanted just plain chocolate ice cream and they got it for him. The evening was wonderful made especially so by the really attentive wait staff.
01/27/2008 Posted by cpnbk
What a wonderful meal. The Gnocchi appetizer was just the right size and I thought it was spectacular. Next was the Tortelli DiZucca, and all I can say is, Oh My God! You should experience it to truly understand it. The Ossobuco was the most tender I have had in....ever. The wine was exceptional, the wait staff was always there, but did not hover. We will definitely return, as often as it is possible.
Pros: By far the food and wait staff
Cons: A little on the noisy side
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