Mano a Mano

Recommend zucchini flowers. Pasta didn’t taste like they were made from scratch with the hydration level. Wine was offered generous pour but tasted ok. I would say it’s an okay Italian restaurant to visit if you live in the neighborhood, not worth a special trip to imo.

I will be thinking about this meal for a very long time! I think this could be some of the best elevated Italian food I’ve had at a restaurant! It was a very cool, moody interior with some of the most friendly staff! The Negroni selection was a head above the rest! They had an entire list of interesting ones. I ended up getting the strawberry basil which I’d recommend! We started with the Burrata and then split a couple pastas, each better than the next! The homemade focaccia was other worldly! We caped it off with some of the best tiramisu!

Jess the owner told me to come back proteins have been added, sooo you know I did! Service is always outstanding. I love the vibe of this dimly lit restaurant. For fun on Special they had a white Negroni I love, switching it up to one of those every now and again. Started with the mussels. I usually like them in a white sauce better but this red sauce was unbelievable could not get enough of it. Wanted to put my face in it . Tried the lobster ravioli this time very good And for a protein, we got the veal I've never had this presentation deep-fried before, but it was friggin delicious. You know I had to End dinner with a lil amaro service. Everything was just fantastic thank you guys so much for adding proteins to the menu. Can't wait to return again soon, Great spot! … I first went to this place back when it had only been open a few months. Our server Johnn was just incredible. Pretty cool place that’s definitely sort of like a dark chic parlor restaurant vibe and cute. The food was good but the main problem in reason I probably won’t be back is because there are no proteins on the menu. We started with their focaccia but it was really more of a Piadina or a flat bread. We thankfully opted to get the mortadella on it because honestly without the protein, it wouldn’t have been nearly as good, but it was delicious with the mortadella. We also got their zucchini blossoms and their carbonara pasta . Finished with the dessert we thought was gonna be kind of like an ice cream sandwich, but it was really more like an Italian doughnut. To be noted that the Mezcal Negroni was one of the best Negroni I’ve ever had in my life !!! Everything was pretty great about Mano A Mano the biggest thing that got us was just, no proteins on the menu. Ambiance is nice food is yummy 😋

My husband and I went here for date night and were blown away! The ambience is dark and cosy, and has a very chill vibe. We got the zucchini flowers and mortadella sando for appetizers, and they were both fantastic. The complimentary focaccia with Calabrian butter was amazing! The pastas were perfectly al dente and took us right back to Italy. I love the menu, it has all the Italian classics. Wish the tiramisu was a little stronger on the espresso but overall great experience. Will definitely come back!

One of my favourite restaurants in Chicago! As an Italian I can confirm is authentic and the quality of the food is amazing! Stuffed Pappardelle and Cacio e pepe are a must!

I visited the Italian restaurant Mano in Chicago with friends in October and we tried several dishes—all were incredibly tasty! The only exception was the tiramisu, which was just okay. Still, a wonderful experience overall!

Mano a Mano is a wonderful spot for an intimate Italian dinner, offering a mix of traditional dishes and thoughtful chef-driven twists. We started with their spring Bruschetta, which was light, bright, and felt like a bite of spring—super refreshing. The ciabatta bread with butter was simple but so good, and a perfect lead-in to the main course. I was excited to try their handmade pasta and chose the Pappardelle with oyster mushrooms—creamy, comforting, and packed with umami from the mushrooms. Their service was also great—friendly, attentive, and they easily accommodated our requests, which made the whole experience feel even more relaxed and enjoyable. From the cozy atmosphere to the quality of the food, everything felt thoughtfully done.

I’ve been very interested in checking out Mano a Mano for a while, especially since I love both sister restaurants in Andros Taverna and Asador Bastian. After getting to experience it myself, I think the “No BS review” folks at Infatuation Chicago owe them an apology and a redo on their review. Our meal was fantastic! We were a party of 4 so we ordered a lot, would highly recommend the tiny fried calamari, mortadella sando, agnolotti, bolognese, and then this crab pasta they had on special (if that’s still available when you go). We also got the zucchini flowers, prosciutto & arancini, and carbonara, all were solid I think we just liked the other stuff better. The pastas were all perfectly al dente, and everything was packed with flavor and great for sharing. The inside was a nice dark moody vibe, and it was packed to the gills but not overly noisy. Our waitress was great and very attentive, so overall a win and I would highly recommend stopping in if you’re in Logan Square for dinner.

Mano o Mano is an amazing Italian restaurant that combines an elevated dining experience with highest quality food, and romantic ambiance. I visited Mano o Mano on a Friday night for a catch up with a friend. While the restaurant wasn't busy at the time, I do still recommend a reservation as the traffic picked up as the evening carried on. We were pleasantly greeted by our waiter who walked us through the menu, explained their specials and also let us know which ones were his favorites. He offered 5 star service which we were grateful for. For food we ordered Tiny Fried Calamari: These mini calarmai had awesome flavor! Some pieces were gummier than others but overall, an amazing starter. Limone: What a yummy, tasty, and refreshing pasta dish. Spaghetti noodles served with lemon heavy cream and topped with parm cheese. Very creamy yet still so light and refreshing. For sure my menu highlight! Tagliatelle: Flavor packed ragu alla bolognese with a tagliatelle pasta. This dish was hearty, filling and so very tasty. We additionally ordered the Hugo spritz was a refreshing pairing with our pasta. Overall Mano o Mano is the perfect Italian destination. They have a diverse menu where you are guaranteed to find an Italian dish you love. For all my folks with a gluten allergy-- most of their dishes have the option of substituting for GF pasta!! I highly recommend a stop here!

Beautiful ambience with delicious home made pastas! The wooden interior panels gives off a cozy and intimate vibe. The complimentary bread with the Calabrian chile butter/basil oil is SO good! We also tried the foccacia appetizer which was more of a flat bread filled with cheese but also very tasty. The pastas are smaller portions so this is a great place to come with a small group and order family style! The pasta Ala nonna was on the spicier side and our favorite! The mushroom papardelle and spring onion pesto were also delicious! Would definitely come back!

Overall, a great meal, all the pastas were perfect, on the toothier side of al dente (as they should be). Pappardelle with the oyster mushrooms was a standout. Service also attentive and quick. The featured wine options were also great. Only catch would be the rather tight portion on the zucchini flower app. $15 for 3 is a bit steep.

Great service! They will serve you family style. The place is packed and yet feels intimate. Our server was very helpful. The bathrooms are individual and clean. They have many specials. I would go back again and again. Good wines and great cocktails.

Mano A Mano has been on my list for quite some time. So let's get into it. The first time I visited, we were told there were no tables available that night. I was confused. No, we didn't make a reservation, but they didn't leave any space for walk-ins? I've legit never heard of that for a restaurant, ever... And I've worked in many. Even very popular ones always save at least SOME space for walk-ins. I was like, we can't wait for a table? There's no wait time? Just - no tables available today? Also - it wasn't even a weekend. Just a very odd and off-putting first experience. The next time, I made a reservation. Obviously. The interior was fine - but it's just 1 room with a bunch of tables. There's no bar or focal point. Just a room with tables. I was surprised how tiny and expensive the appetizers were considering the restaurant isn't fine dining. It basically evened out to nearly $10 per bite of food, lol. The pasta was spectacular and unique, even the bolognese, which I enjoyed! I actually came here really wanting their lasagna that I saw on Instagram, and didn't realize it's only on the menu sometimes, which was a bummer. There are some other pastas I want to try, too. We skipped dessert, but I've heard it's worth it and would stick to pasta and dessert, next time. I also have to admit, I'm not a win-o, per se, but I do enjoy wine, especially of the Italian varieties. Their wine menu straight up confused me, and I really disliked both the red wines they had available by the glass. I will say our server seemed relatively well-versed in explaining/describing the wines, but didn't make a recommendation that I actually enjoyed, which was a bummer. Considering the wine menu seems upscale, hand picked, and with options I wasn't familiar with, I would've loved a sommelier or manager to discuss the wines with our table! Overall, it wasn't quite what I hoped for, but I would give it a second chance.

One of my favorite Italian spots! If you go Dre is the best waiter!!! I love the vibes here, it's a moody vibe. The drinks are amazing. I got a Hugo spritz and some wine. To start we had the focaccia di recco and added prosciutto. We also had the tiny calamari and the carciofi alla romana. The focaccia is amazing. It is a thin crispy focaccia. The calamari is also so good, I love the tiny pieces. For my main I got one of the specials the Atlantic red crab cappelletti. The portion sizes here are perfect. This was so flavorful and so fresh! Can't wait to return

Service was excellent! The man who served us was super friendly and explained everything clearly to us. Make a reservation! It's a small place. Has an old breakfast bar turned mid century modern vibe. Food was 8/10, good portions but nothing out of this world.

We shared: Pappardelle - oyster mushrooms, white wine & mascarpone Artichoke Carbonara - egg, guanciale & black pepper Tagliatelle - traditional ragu alla bolognese Eggplant Cutlet - diavola sauce & stracciatella cheese Tiny Fried Calamari - calabrese oregano, sea salt, diavola sauce Everything was well received. Calamari were soft and didn't have too much breading which I like but that also means they weren't very crispy. Eggplant was crispy, huge, and well seasoned like the calamari. It would be perfect if the eggplant was a little more firm. Pasta were cooked perfectly al dente and rich sauce flavor. Service was good. Wasn't hard to get a reservation two days before. This is a top tier Italian restaurant in Chicago for sure.

We took some friends here for dinner after a long day in the chilly weather. We were craving some nourishing food and this place delivered. We ordered squash blossoms to share and each ordered our own pasta dish. My husband and I ordered the Agnolotti and the Pomodoro dishes and we really enjoyed both. I will say the portion size of the Agnolotti was on the smaller size so order accordingly based on how hungry you are. The Pomodoro and the other pasta dishes that were ordered came in better sizes. We really enjoyed our time here and appreciated the quick service to get our meals while allowing us to stay and talk without kicking us out right away that some other restaurants do.

Handmade pasta! Incredibly fresh ingredients! Low-lit vibe! Don't think twice about the mixed reviews it is def worth a visit!

One of the best meals I have had in a long time! The atmosphere at Mano a Mano is fantastic. They put so much effort into the details - the space is dark and moody but not too loud, and the service was great! Our server was kind and friendly. They gave us free bread to start - focaccia served with Calabrian chili butter - absolutely delicious! We ordered Negronis and the burrata to start. I love that they have so many Negronis to choose from, and the mezcal Negroni was delicious! We split the tagliatelle and the amatriciana and it was the perfect amount of food and sooooo delicious! Ended with the tiramisu which was rich and high quality. I can't wait to come back!

We decided to check this place out during the week during HH and it filled up pretty quickly. As a fan of Andros Taverna, we were surprised bc the vibe is totally different with M-A-M but in a cool way. We did their HH deal for a small pizza and a bottle of red and we also got the lobster ravioli and gnocchi. The food was solid but the servings for everything were really small and pretty pricey so personally idk if we'll be going back any time soon but I'd still say it's worth checking out. Just plan to order more than 3 things for 2 ppl and def go w people who know how to share food :) Note: parking is terrible cuz of all the dumb bike lanes that nobody uses so keep that in mind if you're driving.

My wife and I came for a belated Valentine's date and were thoroughly impressed. The lobby with the front desk is surrounded by a dark light absorbing curtain, separating it from the dining area, which reminded me of Little Bad Wolf. The dining area is dimly lit by ceiling lamps reminiscent of the hats worn by Devo in the music video of "Whip It", and booths that were all occupied by customers. Despite it being very busy it was still possible to have a coherent conversation at our table. The service was exceptional and welcoming. Our server went over the menu and their recommendations since it was our first time. Their happy hour special was also available, but we opted out since it only offered pizza if you buy a bottle of wine. The prices of the food are expensive and I'd want to say the flavors and portions compliment it, but that wasn't always the case from what we tried. The complementary focaccia and spread was a fantastic start. It was crispy on the edges and soft, fluffy, and airy in the center. Our order of smoked sardines which I paired with the focaccia elevated it even further. Tiny fried calamari was true to its name, it was tiny fried calamari. It was good, but not ground shattering. Our entrees consisted of the carbonara and the lasagna (special of the month). I was disappointed with the carbonara. The flavor profile didn't bring back the memories of my favorite pasta dish. The cheese and egg were a bit too creamy and the sauce overpowered the black pepper. The lasagna on the other hand was impressive. Multiple thin layers meticulously prepared, that it almost appeared to be like a crepe cake covered in ragu. It was very satisfying. A beautiful, romantic, and intimate restaurant that is worth the try. Paid street parking is limited, but there is valet available (cash only, or venmo/zelle). No pets inside. Reservations available online. Happy hour mon-fri 4-6.

We were so excited to try Mano a Mano since we love their sister restaurant, Andros Taverna, and it did not disappoint! We started with the zucchini flowers which were perfectly crispy & delicate. Unfortunately they were out of the pappardelle which I was most excited to try. We ended up ordering the ravioletti was rich and full of flavor. The second main we ordered was the tagliatelle with kale pesto (from the specials menu) - it was fresh & absolutely delicious. The housemade pasta in both dishes was fantastic and some of the best I've tried in the city! The ambiance was warm with a great balance of lively energy and cozy vibes, making it perfect for a date night or dinner with friends. The service was fantastic. Our server was friendly and attentive. I loved that they also have a "classics" menu which are 6-8 different pastas that the kitchen can always make regardless of what else is on the menu (these are not listed on the actual menu but on a wall by the bar/restroom area. Ask your waiter about this if you are interested!). The entire menu is also very vegetarian friendly. I appreciated the verdure section on their menu as well of the wide array of vegetarian pasta dishes. Overall, such a great experience and we can't wait to come back to try more pasta!

Kicked off Chicago Restaurant Week with one of Logan Square's new Italian joints. Mano A Mano opened over the summer and is the sister restaurant to Logan staple Andros Taverna which is located right next door. Very cool location on the Milwaukee Strip, the interior of the restaurant is separated from check-in by a curtain adding to the intimacy of the dining room. We did end up waiting about 20 minutes past our reservation time to be seated, and wait times between courses were a little longer than expected, however, there was not an empty seat in the house and this was on the first night of restaurant week, so totally understandable! The inside decor and music choice was reminiscent of a 70s-80s movie and I was all in. The CRW dinner menu is $45 a person includes four apps, the choice of two smaller plates for course 2, a choice of one of the five classics of the restaurant for course 3 and finally for dessert a choice between two gelato flavors. The wine list is sick, but we ended up ordering a couple glasses of the house red, which played off the courses very well. For our starters, the Cacio e Pepe Arancini was beyond, the outside was the crunchiest I've ever had but it played off really well against the tenderness inside. Spicy Broccolini was appropriately heated, the Insalata Mista was really good and lastly the Tuna Crostini had a saltwater saltiness cut by a red sauce. Next course introduced us to the Tuscan Beans and Mediterranean Seafood and Mushroom Polenta both of which were flavorful and filling. Highlights of the beans dish were absolutely the octopus and squid. They played off each other in such a way that you'll keep ruminating on going into the next course. For mains we ordered the Amatriciana and the Buffalo Ricotta Ravioli. The Amatriciana has a pomodoro base which leads to an extremely fresh, juicy rigatoni with brightness paired with basil and red onion. For me though, the Ravioli had this warm, cheesy, comfort that was the perfect pin on the pre-dessert portion of the meal. Rounding us out were hazlenut and popcorn gelato which tasted like a ferrero roche and warm creamy, buttery, roasted corn on the cob, respectively. Will definitely be back to dive into that wine list and try the other classics! Also I need more of that popcorn gelato ASAP. Great kickoff to CRW, get your rezzes in people!

I will be thinking about this meal for a very long time! I think this could be some of the best elevated Italian food I've had at a restaurant! It was a very cool, moody interior with some of the most friendly staff! The Negroni selection was a head above the rest! They had an entire list of interesting ones. I ended up getting the strawberry basil which I'd recommend! We started with the Burrata and then split a couple pastas, each better than the next! The homemade focaccia was other worldly! We caped it off with some of the best tiramisu!

Mano a Mano is a wonderful spot for an intimate Italian dinner, offering a mix of traditional dishes and thoughtful chef-driven twists. We started with their spring Bruschetta, which was light, bright, and felt like a bite of spring--super refreshing. The ciabatta bread with butter was simple but so good, and a perfect lead-in to the main course. I was excited to try their handmade pasta and chose the Pappardelle with oyster mushrooms--creamy, comforting, and packed with umami from the mushrooms. Their service was also great--friendly, attentive, and they easily accommodated our requests, which made the whole experience feel even more relaxed and enjoyable. From the cozy atmosphere to the quality of the food, everything felt thoughtfully done.

I've been very interested in checking out Mano a Mano for a while, especially since I love both sister restaurants in Andros Taverna and Asador Bastian. After getting to experience it myself, I think the "No BS review" folks at Infatuation Chicago owe them an apology and a redo on their review. Our meal was fantastic! We were a party of 4 so we ordered a lot, would highly recommend the tiny fried calamari, mortadella sando, agnolotti, bolognese, and then this crab pasta they had on special (if that's still available when you go). We also got the zucchini flowers, prosciutto & arancini, and carbonara, all were solid I think we just liked the other stuff better. The pastas were all perfectly al dente, and everything was packed with flavor and great for sharing. The inside was a nice dark moody vibe, and it was packed to the gills but not overly noisy. Our waitress was great and very attentive, so overall a win and I would highly recommend stopping in if you're in Logan Square for dinner.

Can we say new fave Italian resto??? From the rather mysterious draped entry to the moody interior (which is a total vibe) to the AHMazing food & service, Mano will be our new go to spot for pasta. We went on a Saturday night with no reservations but arrived early enough to grab a community table (two such tables, 8 seats each). We loved all the pasta we tried (spaghetti - terrific sauce; angolotti - yummy meaty filling & bright acidic tomatoes to cut the rich buttery sauce; & last but not least the amatriciana - rich, pungent red sauce & crispy pork cheek). Unexpectedly, the star of the evening was the daily special, a fall off the bone osso bucco with four huge pieces & bone marrow resting atop a dreamy bed of saffron risotto. Truly chefs kiss! We WILL be back for more. Lovely evening out!

We had a party of 4 and upon arrival our reservation wasn't ready unless we took some communal table. I pointed out 2 open booths but the hostess said she already has reservation assigned to those which didn't make sense to me. But they started cleaning up a booth and when I told her that then she sat us at a booth finally. The server was...painful? He had this grand entrance with a whole speech ready and a very thorough but quick rundown of the menu. He added some jokes here and there and basically talked for 7 minutes before we even had water. Then when he took our order he high-fived one of our friends even she visibly showed she didn't want to. She basically was forced into a "up to - high-five" which felt very odd and pushy. And then he asked why we chose a spaghetti....odd again! Very odd experience. Looking past this very overly stimulating server was kinda hard but the food was generally good - portioning and sauces were properly made. I'd recommend eating here at least once. They do not have a good dessert menu though - attached:

Much more relaxed and welcoming than I expected. Quality was high. Service was also. Overall worth the price. FYI, they ask for "business casual"; my friend's and I were the only ones that even came close. The amatriciana was wonderful. My friend's lasagna must have been as awesome as it looked, since he didn't even offer a bite to me. Only slight disappointment was the tiramisu. Nice presentation, but definitely "meh".

My friend recommended Mano a Mano for dinner since she'd enjoyed a meal here previously (especially the bread, which she loves). Three of us arrived a couple minutes early for our reservation, but weren't seated for about 20 minutes after the reservation time. I'm not exactly sure what happened, if they sat a walk-in in error or had some campers, but they were completely full. They brought us some popcorn ice cream after dinner to make up for it. Highly recommend that ice cream! The restaurant is, as many have mentioned, pretty dark. It makes for nice ambience, but a little harder to read the menus or admire the food. We got the zucchini blossoms and eggplant cutlets to start. Both were excellent. The zucchini blossoms were lightly fried, still delicate, and filled with lovely melted cheese. The eggplant was fully a half-eggplant in a crisp breading. It had a wonderful spicy marinara that I wish there was a bit more of. For entrees we got the ravioletti, pappardelle with mushroom ragu, and a pasta with lamb (I forget what it was called). All were good, not amazing. The reason I can't give them more than 3 stars is that we originally ordered the lasagna, which was a special, specifically saying "If there's any left--we have a backup." Our server said he would check and when we didn't hear back we assumed all was well. My pasta came and we waited so we could all eat together. After a couple minutes the second one came. When the lasagna hadn't arrived, we started eating and sharing what was there. It became pretty evident it was forgotten and we were more than halfway done when we flagged down our server, who had not yet checked in. He went back to the kitchen and found they were out. By the time my friend's backup (the ravioletti) arrived, everything else was finished. While the apps & ice cream were great, nothing really stood out about the mains. Certainly not for the price and the issues we had. Late seating can be overlooked, but not forgetting 1/3 of the entrees and not checking in.

Come for the Sunday service -- a truly great deal and a tasty sample of different pastas and appetizers. I would be remiss if I don't commend the staff for their great service. Not only did we get a great app and wine recco from our server, we left behind a bag at our table and the food runner literally sprinted to catch us. So kind and above and beyond!

The mushroom pappardelle pasta dish is really very good! The chicken and eggplant dishes are also both very good! I liked the arancini, pass on the calamari. Tiramisu is American style. More cake than mascarpone but to each their own. Espresso martini so good! I'll have another. Negroni, also good! Loved the bread with olive oil and spread. Not sure what that spread was but it's divine. I need to listen better. Service was good and the place was very busy. Next time I'd love to try the rigatoni, ravioli or ragu bolognese. Homemade pasta! Nice design, love the wood veneer. I actually previously sourced those orange pendants for one of our projects at work in green! Fun fact. They come in green, orange or white. They look very nice in there and it's rare you get to see a product prior to procurement. Anyway, Love the bar design, millwork and mirror! Very nice. Makes the small space seem much larger. Last note, I love your restaurant next store (Andros Taverna) that octopus! Oh my. And the spreads and homemade pita! Okay, I'll shut up about that. Can't wait to try Asador Bastian. Thank you and Happy Holidays! Eat Well.

THIRTY DOLLARS & EIGHT CENTS + FOUR DOLLARS AND EIGHTY EIGHT CENTS (20% tip) for what looks like a childs portion. This should have blown me away for that price. Never again. What a joke.

Election night, November 4, 2014. The pulse of Illinois quickened as the state seemed to hold it's breath. At Bruce Rauner's headquarters, a sea of red signs flared in the dim light, their slogans promising change, while across town, a blue banner draped across Pat Quinn's campaign office--a symbol of the old guard, clinging to a narrowing ledge. The map of Illinois unfolded on screens everywhere like a battlefield. Early in the evening, the deep blue of Chicago burned bright, an impenetrable fortress that Quinn had counted on. He watched with a tense smile as Cook County rolled in, painting the heart of the state a brilliant shade of Democratic blue. It was his stronghold, the place that had saved him before. He hoped it would again. But then, the suburbs--those unpredictable swathes of manicured lawns and mystery--began to change color. DuPage, Lake, Kane--each one a critical swing that could tip the balance. First they shimmered purple, a blur of undecided votes, before turning an ominous shade of red. Rauner's strategy was working. He was chipping away at the blue, pixel by pixel, county by county. The difference was staggering in its slimness. Less than 150,000 votes--out of nearly 4 million cast. It was as if the entire state had been sliced in half by the thinnest of razors. Rauner's win was a margin of 3.8%, a statistical knife's edge, the closest gubernatorial race Illinois had seen in decades. The map told the story: a sea of red, edged in blue around Chicago and the river counties, the only bastions that Quinn could cling to. The color contrast was stark--yet the difference in votes was a whisper, a breath, a heartbeat. But wait, Sabrina! While this has been really informative and interesting, I thought you were reviewing a quaint new Italian restaurant located in Chicago's trendy Logan Square neighborhood? How is this story related to that restaurant? I am so glad you asked. I grew up in Chicago and returned in my adult life during the pandemic. Since returning I have been wholly perplexed by the restaurant scene in Chicago, which tries very hard to embody New York or San Francisco, but lands somewhere around aunt Julie's house on the outskirts of Indianapolis. Why is everything fried to smithereenes? Why do my salads float in a pool of oil reminiscent of an under-sunned over-fed body squeezed into an inner tube floating around the lazy river at Six Flags Great America? Yes - every restaurant on the Eater 38 even the famous one around the corner. Enter, Mano A Mano and a shred of hope. The interior didn't scream Millennial midlife crisis which was a welcome change for the neighborhood. I also liked that the view into the street is blocked so you can pretend for a moment that you aren't a few doors down from a Target and living in a city where people spend hours of their finite lives watching ball sports and gawking at a metal bean. For a moment, like Quinn, I felt hopeful. The dim lighting created a private ambiance. We ordered three pastas, and--surprisingly--all were edible, another rarity in this town. For a moment in time, I dared to believe I might be somewhere else, outside the Midwest. But then, our waiter trotted out with the abomination. A parmesan cheese shaped parmesan cheese container so offensive it shattered my fragile illusion, instantly reminding me that I am surrounded by a lake and several bordering states where marrying your first cousin is completely legal. I have attached a picture of it for your review. The restaurant interior is giving cosmopolitan - deco inspired even! The ceramic parmesan cheese shaped parmesan cheese container is giving dusty estate sale table displaying items from the crypt that is someone's midwest grandparent's attic. The lesson is this. You - like Quinn - might feel safe in Chicago. You might think ok this is a blue city, people here think like I think, oh look at me I am so cosmopolitan and cool and hipster and I am so happy I moved here from Naperville. NEVER forget that there is a jarring, middle of America, first cousin marrying, dusty, estate sale-looking parmesan cheese shaped parmesan cheese container lurking right around the corner. Keep your guard up at all times, and don't declare victory too early. To speak a language that people here will understand: "when ball close but ball not all the way, point not won! Must continue to stay alert until point won".

By the time the weekend rolls around I'm done making decisions. This puts husband in the annoying spot if throwing out dining suggestions, most of which get 'no'. To his surprise, this was a quick yes. Mano A Mano is by the folks who brought you Andros Taverna next door. The space is on the smaller side, there's no bar to sit at, but you can grab a drink at Andros. The interior is a lot of wood paneling with a MCM feel. From the outside it looks closed. The main door is completely blacked out and the dim lighting and blinds makes it appear closed. Our table wasn't ready when we arrived so we went next door for a drink. We popped back in because it had been longer than expected and staff was incredibly apologetic. Service was excellent, staff was attentive (but unobtrusive) and knowledgeable. They even have us a free dessert for the delay in dining. We started with the focaccia, which most likely different than any you've had before. It's very thin, reminding me almost of paratha. It was very good and not overly filling. They also came around with a bread basket and spread, which was excellent. I could've made a whole meal of it. Next we had the zucchini blossoms, which I highly recommend. For our mains, we both got specials. Husband got the tagliatelle Bolognese and I got the spaghetti al limone. We were very pleased with our respective meals and cleaned out our plates. We were very full and weren't expecting dessert, but were given the popcorn gelato. It sounds weird, but was delicious. I was glad we were walking home because we were stuffed at the end of the night. We'd definitely come back and look forward to trying it's big brother next door.

Luck was with us when we stumbled upon Mano a Mano. Gorgeous, lux, minimalistic ambiance was very romantic. The welcoming staff guided us through the inventive, decadent menu. The fresh pasta was some of the best I've ever had. The ricotta toast and smoked sardines were also fire. Wine game was strong and we really enjoyed the Sangiovese we settled on. Finished up with the incredible tomato basil ice cream and a vintage amaro from Heaven. This spot is not to be missed.

First off, the ambiance was wonderful. Went for restaurant week, so we tried things that we wouldn't normally get, and did not like. BUT, the foods like the salad, broccolini, and ravioli were fantastic. The portions came out very slowly and we were there for over 2 hours due to slow service. Overall, a gorgeous restaurant and fun place.

I first went to this place back when it had only been open a few months. Our server Johnn was just incredible. Pretty cool place that's definitely sort of like a dark chic parlor restaurant vibe and cute. The food was good but the main problem in reason I probably won't be back is because there are no proteins on the menu. We started with their focaccia but it was really more of a Piadina or a flat bread. We thankfully opted to get the mortadella on it because honestly without the protein, it wouldn't have been nearly as good, but it was delicious with the mortadella. We also got their zucchini blossoms and their carbonara pasta . Finished with the dessert we thought was gonna be kind of like an ice cream sandwich, but it was really more like an Italian doughnut. To be noted that the Mezcal Negroni was one of the best Negroni I've ever had in my life !!! Everything was pretty great about Mano A Mano the biggest thing that got us was just, no proteins on the menu. Ambiance is nice food is yummy

Food and drinks all very good. However: last Friday 6/6/25 I was on time, the other 3 people in my party were running late. It wasn't crowded yet, so the table was just sitting empty. This is one of those restaurants that refuses to seat you until the rest of your party arrives. Rather stupid for a restaurant that doesn't have a bar to wait at, just a 5 foot square entryway. So they had me just standing there awkwardly with no drinks while the table was empty. They could have made some extra $ off of me, and I wouldn't have been disgruntled, not sure what the reasoning is there. Some restaurants do and some don't, but it only makes sense at restaurants that can tell you "feel free to wait in the bar".

Drool! The gluten free pasta here was beyond! Top notch - I can't wait to go back. The atmosphere was cozy and perfectly intimate. The service was great - no complaints about any aspect of it he experience.

Absolutely incredible! The best meal I had on my trip here to Chicago, this place is a MUST. first of all the vibe when you walk in is so fabulous, it feels like you're transported to another time. Everybody that works there is so friendly and cool. The most delicious pastas I have ever had, so flavorful and fresh. Get the Tagliatelle Bolognese and the Arancini appetizer to start. SOOOO GOOD!!!!

Overall: small portions, salty pastas. The portion size for most of the dishes are like 2-3 servings, so rather small... except the tiramisu was a giant cube which can be shared by 3-4 people. Unfortunately, the pastas are way too salty. But our faves were the short rib & bone marrow and the mushroom. Also, it'd be helpful if the drinks menu included descriptions of the cocktails. Lastly, our server was friendly and happily answered our questions, and the ambience was good - not too dim and not too loud.

Friday night, after a long day of work, and I'm starving. $33 tagliatelle via door dash, and it's so salty, it's inedible. Thanks Mano a Mano. Looks like cereal tonight

Everything here is delicious especially the handmade pasta. Except for the arugula ceaser salad (which could have served 4) portions were quite small. The wine list is all Italian regional which I should have studied before ordering. We had an early reservation so service was instant and friendly. The retro supper club interior was cozy but maybe a little too dim. I'm glad we had a booth as the tables looked small.

A green velvet curtain and dark wood meets you as you walk into this intimate Italian spot. Sat at a comfortable booth for our party of 6 and Tristian greeted us with a warm welcome, the list of specials and suggestions for wine. Our table started with some crafts of wine over a bottle which was a great choice for both the white wine and red wine drinkers. Some favorites from the menu included eggplant cutlet, meatballs, verde salad, mortadella panini and duck Sugo pasta. Loved the house made ice cream. Personally I thought the popcorn ice cream was amazing, base tastes perfectly like the milk leftover from corn pop cereal. It also had crunch from dehydrated sweet corn and caramel. Save room! We'll absolutely be back to try more!

THEY DO NOT TAKE ALLERGIES SERIOUSLY! We specifically informed them multiple times and the waitress verbalized understanding, but they still served it to us, resulting in an allergic reaction and having to take emergency medication. The waitress was great and we are understandable mistakes happen but what made it worse was the Assistant Manager telling us we were wrong. The Assistant Manager, J is highly unprofessional and rude, gaslit us and said the allergy and allergic reaction was not real, did not apologize, said she "trusted her team" and argued with us. She brought out another ingredient and said the allergic reaction did not happen. I've never experienced such unprofessionalism where they treat customers with such disrespect. The waitress also disappeared... what kind of management is this?!

Was looking forward to dining here as we are big fans of both Andros Taverna and Asador Bastien. In a city with so many good Italian restaurants this is among the best. The menu featured fresh locally sourced food, quality ingredients with a focus on pasta. Most of the pasta is made in house and well made and perfectly cooked al dente. We had two pasta dishes, cacio e pepe and braised rabbit pappardelle. Both excellent. Started with the local fresh tomato, peach and sweet corn salad. The produce was at the peak of ripeness. Heavenly. The tiny whole fried calamari might be the the best in the city. My wife says the best and I can't disagree. The meatballs were very tasty and tender. I like meatballs with a bit more meat texture but would order again. For a new restaurant the front of the house had it together. Manager greeted us and the servers were knowledgeable and attentive. Pacing of the food was spot on and never felt rushed. Wine list is small but well selected and reasonably price. This is not only a great addition to the Logan Square neighborhood but to the list of top quality Italian restaurants in the city. Worth a trip and we will be back soon.

4 1/2 Rating (Very good). Once seated, my friend and I were each given a complimentary piece of warm homemade focaccia bread accompanied by a small bowl with a bit of olive oil and a spread (pretty good). We had the Beets & Apples salad, which was okay - too much radicchio, not enough beets, in my opinion. We also split the Ricotta Bruschetta, which was my favorite part of the meal. Very soft bread topped with ricotta, hazelnuts and truffle honey, such an amazing combination - loved it! I had the Pappardelle with mushroom ragu, which was rich and delicious. My friend had the Mezzi Rigatoni, which she liked, but said it wasn't as good as the pappardelle. We split a bottle of Vermentino (light and pleasant). Service was good - the server was helpful with our wine selections and cleaned the table between courses. The restaurant lacks a bit of ambience, but otherwise a great dinner.

Ambiance of the restaurant was great with great music! Food was delicious. We ordered the calamari, lobster ravioli, and pappardelle. They were the perfect portions. We got the pistachio gelato for dessert and it was so creamy. Our waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable. We had to leave by a certain time to make a show and she made sure we stayed on track with everything!

The food was absolutely delicious. We had several vegetarians in our party. We ordered the cauliflower crudo and zucchini flowers for apps - AMAZING. The very verde salad was very good too. You cannot go wrong with any of the pastas. We switched out the spaghetti for the pappardelle with the pomodoro sauce. The tagliatelle bolognese was also super tasty. Honestly, you can't go wrong with anything at this restaurant. I will definitely be coming back again. Our server was wonderful as well and very attentive. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! :)

Dray was exceptional one of the best servers I've ever had the way he coed out presented the drinks menu options for us was impeccable

Overall just a really great experience!! Great room great service and most importantly great food. Calamari and eggplant were standouts. All the pastas were very flavorful and perfectly cooked. Shout out to the manager who worked the room like a pro and made sure everything was perfect.

I'm doing speech to text so if it turns out that this is really horrendous I'm sorry for that anyways the day was Valentine's Day February 14, 2025. I woke up feeling like I was gonna go on an adventure this morning and I did I got a nice coffee? I had a smoothie and I even saw my cats. Hooray! Unfortunately, the day took a quick turn the second that I stepped into Moné mono "translates to Hand in Hand" Megan Megan Thee Stallion. We got like three zucchini flowers, but then the table next to us. They had a whole plate of calamari and it didn't make sense because the portions were so wildly different from one another. I understand that they are two different dishes, but we got three flowers three tiny flowers, tiny flowers. I left a lot to the imagination. You gotta talk about your salad. OK I'll talk. I'll talk about my salad. OK, I'll talk about my salad. OK. Talk about my salad. So I ordered the arugula salad expecting there to be croutons, chopped walnuts, and a little bit of cheese to accent on top however I was met with the monstrosity of 50% arugula 49% cheese .5% walnuts and .5% croutons Overall, I basically just opened my mouth and dumped Parmesan down my esophagus with a little bit of arugula to coat it was disgusting and overpowering and made me beg: I can't continue. I believe I spent I think $16 on this tiny, tiny teeny weenie itty-bitty super small minuscule Pino delete delete delete delete the last words I meant Picantillo I meant Picantillo in Spanish. Do not come here do not call my name. Do not come to this house. There is no mono, a mono only mono only mono sad face.

Quality everywhere. Super friendly staff, from management to bussers. Nice new room, no bar, the waiter is your bar tender (solid drinks in a wine focused place) and barista. Very farm to table. Started with the squash blossoms and artichokes and the tomatos, all 3 aced it. Lovely focaccia with a choice of pepper spread or infused olive oil to go with it (no charge). My wife did the extra green salad as her main and enjoyed the kale centered mix. I went with the spinach tortellini and our sone took the agnolotti, both were rich and well textured, I an a location that means you will be compared to Daisies these folks hold their own and them some (only a week into being open). My wife had a hazelnut gelato and my son and I went with the maritozzi (brioche, cream, raspberry) and both choices were great. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Just ate at Mano a Mano for the first time. Our waiter Dre was the best waiter I've had in years -- phenomenal personality, guidance and drinks. The food was great, we will definitely return!

Went here for girls night during restaurant week. Andre was an amazing server- kept the fun vibes going all night, made conversation, and made sure we were happy with everything we ordered. 10/10 would recommend!!

Everything we got was very good! It's a nice atmosphere. They have a ton of pasta options but I wish they had more variety on the menu