Tortello: A Culinary Gem of Italian Homemade Pasta in Chicago

Interesting setup—hybrid between fine dining and a casual meal. You can order and pay at the counter upfront, get handed a number card, and then you're left to find a table for yourself. The food is $$$ with pretty plating. No options for reservations even though it gets busy fairly regularly. Focaccia Ricotta & Honey: This was delicious, and I'm happy we chose this as our appetizer! The Focaccia came out warm, slightly toasted yet soft with lingering salt. The ricotta & honey combination was absolutely wonderful, though I do feel the ratio was a bit off (more honey please). Cavatelli al Pesto: The freshly made pasta really stands out. The pesto was good as well, not too overpowering. The pasta barely covered one layer of the plate. Aglio e Olio: I enjoyed this so much more than the pesto. The pasta was twirled high in a fun pile, giving the illusion of more food than it actually is. Slightly spicy.

Beautiful handmade pasta being made in the window facing the street invites you into this small gem of a restaurant. Order at the counter off a menu board, then grab a seat outside at the patio or inside at one of the tables in this long narrow space. Great small menu. We got the Pizza Frita , Focaccia Ricotta and Honey , Tagliatelle Tina and the Tiramisu. All were fantastic. My stand out was the Pizza Frita. Don't forget a spritz or 2 while you are there.

It’s all in the details! From start to finish everything about Tortello was excellent…The Focaccia, the fennel salad, the carbonara, the wine. Everything was authentic down to the old family photos as wall paper in the restrooms! I loved watching them make pasta in the window! The owner shared that his father was from Venice and his mother was from Sardinia. When he was old enough he moved to Dubai, London and the U.S. He said he always want to have a restaurant… just one that he could perfect, and to do it “right”. And that he has done. I can’t wait to go back. When we left the line was out the door. Grazie Mille

We ordered the Tagliatelle Tina, Tortelli and a focaccia which were really good. You place your order and pay at the counter inside, take a number for your table, get seated and wait. We went on a Friday night so there was a line outside and the food took a bit to arrive but the staff was kind. Highly recommended sitting outside when it’s crowded (weather-permitting).

Our favorite pasta spot in Wicker Park! This Michelin Bib Gourmand does not disappoint… you order, get a number and they bring the food to you. Highly recommend the Tortelli and Cavatelli el Pesto.

We came for lunch on a weekday and it was quiet. Between the two of us, we shared the tortelli (the burrata filling was lovely but there were only four pieces) and the ragu (lacked the depth of flavour you’d expect from a classic ragu). The portion sizes were small so it didn’t feel like great value.

First time here and it was amazing. Pasta was fresh and the best I have ever had. The tiramisu and the Nutella donuts are a 10/10 recommend. Owner was super nice and accommodating as well.

Tortello was absolutely A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! I think we ordered half of the menu! Honestly one of the best & freshest meals we have had! My husband & I met our 2 adult sons and we all LOVED it! From the Insalata di Polpo (octopus salad) & Burrata salad to the appetizers of Ricotta di Pecora & Focaccia, Ricotta & Honey... We were thrilled from the beginning! Then came the most delicious pastas - so fresh, such quality ingredients & beautiful! We each had a different favorite pasta but honestly it was so hard to pick our favorite....WE LOVED THEM ALL! We dined outside. Thanks for an amazing experience!