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Volare

201 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3311 (Near North Side)
312-410-9900
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Ranked #11 of 7,342 restaurants in Chicago
Price range: $0 - $40
Cuisines: Italian
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Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night, Dessert
Neighborhood: Near North Side
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Lincoln, Nebraska, United States
2 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW via mobile

We ended up here accidentally when we couldn't find a restaurant on Mother's Day evening without a very long wait. We were tired, cold, hungry & had our 4-year-old soon with us. First, we did get in on the patio (which was heated) without a wait, which was awesome. Then, our waitress made it pretty obvious that children were not... More

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ohio
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18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

If you are in the mood for some great Italian food and want to get away from all the touristy restaurants, go to Volare .Incredible food. Great atmosphere. Courtyard dining. As most Italian restaurants serve way too much food, Volare offers half portions, which is great. We started with the mussels. Caesar salad. The GMs Father sat next to us... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW via mobile

Stopped for drink because they were rated fairly high. Didn't eat but saw numerous cooks eating in their open kitchen, hats on sideways, backwards, you name it. Also leaning over on counter, just not what I expected. Decided to eat elsewhere..bartender very friendly & knowledgable though!

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Carmichael, CA
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44 reviews 44 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

I have eaten at this restaurant several times over the last few years while on business, and I have never been disappointed by this dining experience. The service is outstanding, and the menu offers a large range of appetizers, salads, pastas, seafood and meat selections. On a recent visit in April, I met a coworker for a 7 pm dinner... More

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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW via mobile

This place has become the one place we always have to go to when visiting Chicago. Our trips wouldn't be the same if we didn't eat here. The amount of food you get for your dollar is unreal and the food has always been the best. But the best is how we have always been treated by the waitstaff and... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

I didn't even know Volare existing until a friend took me there. Great southern Italian food. Very nice sized portions. Friendly staff. Good value. If you're looking for Italian food near North Michigan Avenue, this is definitely a place to go.

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See 4 more reviews by Mudge828 for Chicago
Kansas City, Missouri
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Waited 30 minutes to get a table even with reservations, food served almost immediately after ordering, mediocre food, noisy. There has to be better Italian in this city.

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See 4 more reviews by KKC1019 for Chicago
St.Louis
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48 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Wonderful Italian food, have eaten here for over 10 years on my visits to Chicago and always look forward to at least one meal here. This time with three couples, all had something different and all were great. Have expanded the reataurant seating since I was here a year ago. The outside dining, in warmer weather, has always been enjoyable... More

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See 8 more reviews by BillParker for Chicago
Los Angeles, California, United States
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54 reviews 54 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

We took a flyer on this restaurant and while it is good Italian, it is not much else. The place was busy but everyone was packed in like sardines. The decor is just so so. it feels a bit like a cafeteria. Our food was fresh and tasty but nothing special from a presentation standpoint. The place was simply okay.... More

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See 4 more reviews by Ian B for Chicago
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33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

Had a business dinner at Volare in Chicago with a colleague. It was an AWESOME dinner! I travel all over the country (was here directly from Seattle, WA) and I have to tell you that the meal here was incredible. We both had the Sea Bass and it was prepared perfectly and was phenomenal. The restaurant staff was friendly and... More

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