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Item: 312 Chicago
Author: Jamie Bartosch

Cuisine: Italian

Price Range: $$$

10Best Says

Going to see a play in Chicago? This Italian restaurant is a good pre-show pick for dinner. The best thing on the menu are their homemade pastas, but you'll also find a nice selection of salads and a few fish entrees. Customers rave about the Branzino, a Mediterranean skin-on sea bass with yellow pepper puree, crab meat, green onions, radishes, fresno peppers, lime juice, olive oil and micro cilantro. Since the food here is a bit pricey, the best value is to order their prix fixe menus for lunch or dinner, which include a nice choice of appetizers, entrees and desserts.

Address:

136 N. La Salle St.
Chicago, IL 60602
3126962420

Hours:

Sunday Brunch: 8:00am - 3:00pm, Breakfast: Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 10:00am, Saturday 8:00am - 11:00am Lunch: Monday - Friday 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Sunday, 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Tuesday - Saturday 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Website:

312chicago.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Jamie Bartosch
Chicago Local Expert

Group Friendly: "The best items on the menu are their homemade pastas."

Best for Group Friendly Because: It's a good place near the theater district to get pre-show dinners for a group.

Menu Di Cena
- Antipasti
  
  Carpaccio di Manzo
  
  Thinly Sliced Raw Beef Tenderloin, Cured Tomatoes, Capers, Crimini Mushrooms, Parmesan, Arugula ($12.00)
  
  Fritto Misto
  
  Fried Calamari, Smelt, Shrimp and Salmon with Marinara Sauce ($13.00)
  
  Pizzette Fritte
  
  Fried Pizza Dough Topped with Artichokes, San Marzano Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Arugula ($11.00)
  
  Gamberetti
  
  Sauteed Salsa Verde Marinated Shrimp, Mango Pineapple Relish, Coconut Rum Reduction, Micro Cilantro ($13.00)
  
  Antipasto
  
  Sopressata Veneta, Salame Cacciatore, Prosciutto, Vegetable Medley, Cheese of the Day, Crostini ($13.00)
  
  Buffala
  
  Grilled Buffalo Mozzarella Wrapped in Prosciutto, Beefsteak Tomatoes, Basil Pesto, Aged Balsamic ($14.00)
  
  Calamari alla Griglia
  
  Grilled Calamari, Cucumber, Pear Tomatoes, Red Onion, Baby Kale, Lemon Chive Oil ($14.00)
- Insalate E Zuppe
  
  Zuppa del Giorno
  
  Soup of the Day ($8.00)
  
  Tortellini in Brodo
  
  Chicken Broth, Cheese Filled Tortellini, Carrot, Celery, Onion ($8.00)
  
  Mista
  
  Organic Mixed Greens, Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumbers, Red Wine Vinaigrette ($9.00)
  
  Cesare
  
  Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Mediterranean Anchovies, Croutons, Caesar Dressing ($9.00)
  
  Fave
  
  Spring Lettuce, Fava Beans, Pecorino Romano, Pickled Watermelon Radish, Lemon Tuscan Olive Oil ($10.00)
  
  Rucoletta
  
  Arugula, Warm Shitake Mushrooms, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette ($10.00)
  
  Burrata
  
  Heirloom Tomatoes, Baby Kale, Red Endive, Fresh Burrata Cheese, Basil Pesto ($11.00)
- Primi
  
  Tortiglioni Bolognese
  
  Ground Veal, Pork, Beef, Plum Tomatoes, Red Wine, Parmigiano Reggiano ($19.00)
  
  Linguine Nere
  
  Black Squid Ink Linguini, Bay Scallops, Rock Shrimp, Red Peppers, Chives, Saffron Cream Sauce ($21.00)
  
  Orecchiette con Rapini
  
  Mild Italian Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Garlic Olive OIl, Pecorino Romano ($19.00)
  
  Tortelloni
  
  Homemade Tortelloni Filled with Ricotta & Spring Peas, Butter Parmesan Sauce, Fresh Mint ($18.00)
  
  Gnocchi Ripieni
  
  Homemade Gnocchi stuffed with Fontina Cheese, Tomato Basil Cream Sauce ($19.00)
  
  Ravioli
  
  Homemade Ravioli Stuffed with Four Cheeses, Heirloom Tomatoe Ragu, Garlic Basil Sauce ($20.00)
- Secondi
  
  Salmone
  
  Roasted Faroe Island Salmon, Asparagus Puree, Grape Tomatoes, Oyster Mushrooms, Lemon Oil ($26.00)
  
  Ippoglosso
  
  Roasted Alaskan Halibut, Fava Beans, Red Onion, Watercress, Pancetta, Cauliflower Puree, Organic Oil ($27.00)
  
  Branzino
  
  Roasted Mediterranean Sea Bass Filet, Grilled Endive, Artichokes, Yellow Peppers Puree, Basil Oil ($26.00)
  
  Pollo
  
  Roasted Airline Chicken, Potato Cake, Oven Dried Tomatoes, Spinach, Chicken Succo ($25.00)
  
  Maiale
  
  Grilled Pork Chop, Spring Corn Salad, Crumbled Feta, Red Wine Pork Succo ($26.00)
  
  Filetto
  
  Grilled Beef Tenderloin, Tri-Colored Fingerling Potatoes, Truffle Butter, Porcini Mushroom Sauce ($35.00)
Breakfast Menu
- Cereals and Grains
  
  Selection of Cold Cereals
  
  ($5.00)
  
  House Made Almond Coconut Granola
  
  With vanilla yogurt and seasonal fruit ($10.00)
  
  Banana Walnut Bread
  
  With lemon cream and seasonal fruit ($8.00)
  
  Steel Cut Oatmeal
  
  With cinnamon-sugar walnuts, apples and dried cranberries ($8.00)
- From the Griddle
  
  Buttermilk Blueberry or Pineapple-Walnut Pancakes
  
  With vermont maple syrup ($11.00)
  
  Brioche French Toast
  
  With caramelized bananas and candied walnuts ($11.00)
- Main Courses
  Two Farm Eggs
  
  With toast, bacon or sausage, and parmesan potatoes. Meat, bacon, sausage ($10.00)
  
  Short Rib Hash
  
  Potatoes, scallions, roasted peppers, two eggs any style and hollandaise sauce ($12.00)
  
  312 Eggs Benedict
  With parmesan potatoes
  
  With Proscuitto Cotto: $12.00
  
  With Smoked Salmon: $15.00
  
  With Baby Organic Spinach: $12.00
  Sharp Cheddar and Bacon Omelet
  
  With tomato and white bean ragu ($11.00)
  
  Frittata
  
  Wild mushrooms, peppers, spinach, sausage, feta cheese ($11.00)
  
  Vegetable Omelet
  
  Kale, mushrooms, caramelized onions and goat cheese ($12.00)
  
  Caprese Omelet
  
  With basil, mozzarella and tomato ($11.00)
  
  Croissant Sandwich
  
  With bacon, egg and cheddar cheese ($10.00)
  
  Smoked Salmon
  
  With toasted bagel, onions, capers and cream cheese ($14.00)
  
  The Continental
  
  Choice of breakfast pastry, fresh fruit, juice and choice of coffee or tea ($10.00)
- Sides
  
  Bacon or Sausage
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Fresh Fruit
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Fresh Berries
  
  ($7.00)
  
  Parmesan Potatoes
  
  ($5.00)
  
  Bagel with Cream Cheese
  
  ($4.00)
  
  Whole Wheat or White Toast, English Muffin, Rye/Bagel, Breakfast Pastry
  
  ($3.00)
  
  One Egg
  
  Any way ($4.00)
  
  Vanilla Yogurt
  
  ($3.00)
  
  Greek Yogurt
  
  ($5.00)
Brunch Menu
- Antipasti
  
  Pane Piano
  
  Homemade Whole Wheat Flat Bread with Stracchino Cheese, Pork Belly, Arugula, Roasted Tomatoes ($12.00)
  
  Fritto Misto
  
  Fried Calamari, Smelt, Shrimp, and Salmon with Marinara Sauce ($13.00)
  
  Antipasto
  
  Sopressata, Salame Cacciatore, Prosciutto, Vegetable Medley, Cheese of the Day, Focaccia Crostini ($12.00)
  
  Buffala
  
  Grilled Buffalo Mozzarella Wrapped in Prosciutto, Artichokes, Sun Dried Tomato Pesto, Aged Balsamic ($13.00)
  
  Polenta e Porcini
  
  Grilled Polenta, Taleggio Cheese, Porcini Mushrooms, Braised Short Ribs, White Truffle Oil ($12.00)
- Zuppa / Insalate
  
  Tortellini in Brodo
  
  Cheese Filled Tortellini, Carrots, Celery, Onion in Chicken Broth ($8.00)
  
  Mista
  
  100% Organic Mixed Greens, Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumbers, Red Wine Vinaigrette ($8.00)
  
  Cesare
  
  Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Croutons, Mediterranean Anchovies, Caesar Dressing ($8.00)
  
  Rucoletta
  
  Arugula, Warm Shitake Mushrooms, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette ($9.00)
  
  Carpaccio di Barbabietole
  
  Thinly Sliced Golden and Red Beets, Baby Greens,Hazelnuts, Ricotta Salata, Blood Orange Vinaigrette ($10.00)
- Secondi
  
  The 312 Burger
  
  12 lb. Ground Sirloin, Provolone Cheese, Grilled Scallion Aioli, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche ($16.00)
  
  Pollo Panini
  
  Grilled Chicken Breast, Portobello, Asiago Cheese, Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Aioli, Ciabatta ($15.00)
  
  Caprese Panini
  
  Tomato, Basil, Fresh Mozzarella, Olive Oil, Ciabatta Bread Add Prosciutto $4 ($14.00)
  
  Calamarata Bolognese
  
  Ground Veal, Pork, Beef, Red Wine, Plum Tomatoes, Grana Padano ($18.00)
  
  Tortelloni
  
  Homemade Stuffed with Butternut Squash, Amaretto, Brown Butter Sage, Parmigiano Cheese ($18.00)
  
  Salmone
  
  Roasted Faroe Island Salmon, Tri Color Lentils, Cipollini Onions, Kale, Lemon Thyme Oil ($26.00)
  
  Pollo
  
  Stuffed with Fontina, Prosciutto, Sage, Swiss Chard, Potatoes, Oven Dried Tomatoes, Chicken Succo ($24.00)
- Cocktails & Wines Btg
  
  Bellini
  
  Prosecco, Peach Puree ($11.00)
  
  Bella Bolle
  
  Prosecco, Raspberry-Peach Liqueur ($12.00)
  
  Birramosa
  
  Allagash Witbier, Orange Juice, Peychaud's Bitters ($12.00)
  
  Negroni Sbagliato
  
  Campari, Martini Rosso, Prosecco ($11.00)
  
  Sicilian Sunrise
  
  Solerno, Grapefruit Juice, Orange Bitters, Soda ($11.00)
  
  312 Chicago Bloody Mary
  
  Purus Organic Italian Vodka, Housemade San Marzano Tomato Puree, Garnished with Fresh Basil Leaf, Salami, Mortadella Stuffed Olive and an Italian Chili Pepper ($11.00)
  
  NV Prosecco, Zonin, Veneto
  
  ($10.00)
  
  NV Moscato D'Asti, Bricco Riella, Piedmont
  
  ($11.00)
  
  NV Brut Rose, etoile, California
  
  ($16.00)
  
  NV Blanc de Noirs, Gloria Ferrrer "Kimpton Cuvee", Sonoma
  
  ($15.00)
  
  13 Chardonnay, Tormaresca, Apuglia
  
  ($10.00)
  
  12 Pinot Grigio, Esperto, Veneto
  
  ($11.00)
  
  12 Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon, Cadaretta, WA
  
  ($12.00)
  
  11 Fiano, Feudi di San Gregorio, Campania
  
  ($14.00)
  
  11 Nero D'Avola, Sedara, Sicilia
  
  ($11.00)
  
  11 Merlot, Scarbolo, Friuli
  
  ($11.00)
  
  11 Barbera, Terra D'Oro, Amador
  
  ($11.00)
  
  10 Chianti Rufina, Nipozzano, Toscana
  
  ($14.00)
  
  12 Pinot Nero, J. Hoffstatter, Alto Adige
  
  ($14.00)

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