Got a craving for Italian pasta with a funky name? Then you’ve come to the right place! We have created a list of the best restaurants near you in Chicago to get killer gnocchi. And for the record, here’s how you pronounce it. So sound like a pro next time you order Nee-Oh-Key. *chefs kiss*
Pisolino Italian Market
2755 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
This laidback Italian restaurant serves up ALL the goodness including pizza, wines by the quartino, and of course, gnocchi. Their Gnocchi Pesto features a potato based pasta, pesto genovese, garlic confit, and overnight tomato. And Gnocchi alla Romana offers semolina dumplings, amatriciana, and pecorino.
Pasta Palazzo
1966 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Are you looking for a cozy Italian eatery that offers gnocchi near you in Chicago? You’ll absolutely want to try the Jalapeno Gnocchi which consists of jalapeno stuffed dumplings with roasted red pepper puree. Stop by this cute location for lots of pastas, sandwiches, salads, and daily specials.
Sapori Trattoria
2701 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Head to this small neighborhood joint and plan on stuffing your face. Sapori’s Gnocchi al Brivido features tender potato gnocchi sautéed in a basil pine nut pesto, tossed with tender chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, and pine nuts. Just. Wow.
Piazza Bella
2114 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618
This Roscoe Village staple offers ~ambience~ with candlelit brick and wood rooms, a cocktail lounge, and sidewalk seats. If you’re looking for the top restaurants that offer fresh gnocchi near you in the city, the folks at Piazza Bella serve up a traditional Potato Gnocchi with fresh, handmade pasta served with a rich four cheese sauce.
Pasta Al Gusto
1955 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Three words describe Pasta Al Gusto: fresh, fresh, and FRESH. Get down on their no-frills potato-based Gnocchi, served with your choice of sauce and topped with (dangerously addicting) parmesan cheese.
Quartino Ristorante
626 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654
Grab a friend and get to this bustling space for dope cocktails and generous carafes of vino. Quartino’s Gnocchi is served in an organic tomato sauce with fresh basil and ricotta. Yum.
A Tavola
2148 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Since their reopening, A Tavola offers a 4 course menu featuring their best sellers for $64, created by Chef Dan. Of course, you’ll want to indulge in their mouth watering Gnocchi with browned sage butter & parmesan.
Antico
1946 N Leavitt St, Chicago, IL 60647
The folks at Antico focus on authentic Italian cuisine with an emphasis on using the freshest ingredients possible. Their execution? Simple. Just straight up Gnocchi, made fresh daily. Choose how you want it prepared. Easy, right?
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