La Scarola

Italian restaurant · Fulton River District

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"An Italian American time capsule awash in Joe Mondelli’s legendary hospitality, gigantic portions, and red sauce, La Scarola immediately comes to mind when Chicagoans think of family-run restaurants. The walls are as you’d expect: lined with photos of celebrity dinners and neighborhood regulars, all family when they’re there. The veal chop could feed a family of four, but regulars know not to share it with anyone — you’ll have to get your own." - Alex Jewell

Chicago’s Best Family-Owned Restaurants
La Scarola

721 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654 Get directions

lascarola.com

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