Spiaggia Review

Reviewed by mmgilmer from South Carolina on 7/8/08
We visit Chicago at least once or twice a year, and every time we are sure to get in a meal at Spiaggia. Very romantic, especially if you get a table at one of the lovely windows. Be sure not to eat all day prior so that you have plenty of room to indulge. The truffle gnocchi is fantastic. We always order several courses, and just when we think a dish has hit the top of the scale, the next one is even better. Save room for cheese sampling after dinner. The fromagier is very knowledgable and interesting to talk to. Excellent wine selection. Some may consider pricey, but for the true foodie, and considering that you are dining on the Magnificent Mile, it is worth it.

Member Rating: 4.8
Ratings details: Food: 5.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 5.0 Value: 4.0

Reviewed by Cathy_Phoenix from Arizona on 6/9/08
We had our daughter's wedding reception at Spiaggia. The food was fine and the location was great. Everything was very nice--until we got the final bill. We were overcharged by $2,000 in "extras" (premium brand upcharges that we didn't agree to, additional hours that we didn't agree to, etc). When we tried to negotiate a settlement, our requests fell on deaf ears. It's probably a fine place to have lunch or dinner, but if you're planning an event, avoid it like the plague! There are many choices in PVR. Choose a different place.

Member Rating: 2.6
Ratings details: Food: 3.0 Atmosphere: 4.0 Service: 2.0 Value: 1.0

Reviewed by AlpacaHunter from lansing MI USA on 3/4/08
My wife and I ate their for a late lunch on a Saturday. She order a specialty pizza which was pretty good. I had a butternut squash pasta dish which was very good and unique. Good service and good atmosphere.

Member Rating: 4.2
Ratings details: Food: 4.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 4.0 Value: 4.0

Reviewed by MR_312 from Chicago on 11/10/07
The culinary experience at Spiaggia was a true disappointment. The food was mediocre at best. There was not one dish(and there was seven of us!) that anyone believed deserved a five star rating. The service and the wine were very good, however, if you are planning a special evening, look elsewhere!

Member Rating: 2.6
Ratings details: Food: 2.0 Atmosphere: 4.0 Service: 4.0 Value: 1.0