Acanto

About Restaurant: Across from Millennium park and along Chicago’s Cultural Mile, Acanto Restaurant + Wine Bar is a treasured destination for those who appreciate authentic and approachable Italian food in a conversation-friendly atmosphere. Acanto serves seasonally-driven Italian cuisine from both regions of Italy utilizing artisanal ingredients from Midwest farmers and producers. Acanto boasts one of the most lauded wine programs in the US, including a 3-star rating by World of Fine Wine and a two-glass “Best of Excellence” rating by Wine Spectator. The libations menu is rounded out by Italian classics including spritzes and negronis along with craft cocktails, beer, and spirits. The word Acanto is the Italian translation of Acanthus, the flowery leaf featured prominently in Roman architecture. Famed architect Louis Sullivan used Acanthus in his distinctive terra cotta ornamentation found on the facade of the historically-landmarked building that houses Acanto.

Positive Review Count: 3646 Reviews

Price Range: $31 to $50

Restaurant Type: Italian

Keywords: Charming, Good for special occasions, Great for fine wines

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Details: 4.7Food , 4.7Service , 4.7Ambience , 4.3Value

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Dining style: Casual Dining

Price: $31 to $50

Cuisines: Italian, Wine Bar

Hours of operation: Dinner
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

Phone number: (312) 578-0763

Website: http://www.acantochicago.com/

Payment options: AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Dress code: Smart Casual

Executive chef: Chris Gawronski

Private party facilities: The intimate dining room is ideal for rehearsal dinners, engagement celebrations, showers and post-wedding brunches, while Acanto’s patio on Michigan Avenue is a dream setting for cocktails. Up to 75 (seated) or 100 (cocktail) guests, inclusive of outdoor space.

Private party contact: events@acantochicago.com: (312) 372-4001

Location: 18 South Michigan, Chicago, IL 60603

Neighborhood: Downtown / Loop

Cross street: Between Madison St. and Monroe St. across from Millenium Park.

Parking details: The nearest self-park garage is the Grant Park North Garage. Enter from Michigan between Randolph and Monroe Streets. Every day we offer a discounted parking rate of $18 rate for parking for up to 12 hours. Please see our host stand for parking discount vouchers. $32 valet parking is also available at the University Club, 76 East Monroe Street.

Additional: Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine