“There is no better Italian restaurant in America than Spiaggia; Tony Mantuano has always been committed to the truest flavors and finest pairings of wine for his extraordinary cuisine.”
–John Mariani, food and travel correspondent for Esquire magazine and author of The Dictionary of Italian Food and Drink.
Since opening to great fanfare in 1984, Spiaggia has set the tone for Italian fine dining in Chicago and in the United States. A favorite of critics and patrons alike, this timeless four-star restaurant celebrates the cuisine of Chef/Partner Tony Mantuano, who creates luxurious, world-class Italian cuisine showcasing the finest ingredients presented with simple elegance. The award-winning wine list, impeccable service, spectacular view and sophisticated, contemporary setting contribute to Spiaggia’s universal regard as a premier Italian dining destination.
As a reflection of his continued commitment to expanding the landscape of Italian fine dining, Mantuano devotes enormous energy to seeking out and importing the finest Italian products yet to be introduced stateside.
Spiaggia continues to receive prestigious accolades representative of its ongoing pursuit of elegance in fine food and service. In a May 2006 re-review, the Chicago Tribune’s dining critic, Phil Vettel, reaffirmed Spiaggia as Chicago’s only four-star Italian dining destination, “It was an exhilarating evening abetted by flawless and highly personable service…Mantuano continues to redefine the Italian experience while maintaining a devotion to tradition.”
Spiaggia received the James Beard Foundation nomination for Outstanding Restaurant in America in 2006 and 2007. Spiaggia was also nominated for Outstanding Service in 2008.
SPIAGGIA INFORMATION
LOCATION
Level Two
980 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60611
PHONE
312.280.2750
HOURS
Service begins at 6pm Sunday through Thursday, and 5:30pm on Friday and Saturday evenings.
DRESS CODE
Jackets are required for gentlemen.
PARKING
Discounted parking is available for Spiaggia’s main dining room and Cafe Spiaggia for 14.00 in the One Magnificent Mile building (entrance on northwest corner of Walton and Michigan, just west of Michigan Avenue). From there, the elevator can be taken up to Level 2.