Acanto Restaurant + Wine Bar

Across from Millennium Park and situated along Chicago's Cultural Mile, Acanto Restaurant + Wine Bar is a treasured destination for those who appreciate authentic and approachable Italian food in a conversation-friendly atmosphere. Under the culinary leadership of Executive Chef Troy Jorge—whose background includes Michelin-starred kitchens—the menu spans both North and South Italy and includes handmade pastas, stone oven pizzas, and seasonal specials.

Executive Pastry Chef Kymberli DeLost-Cuschieri's dessert menu features contemporary twists on Italian classics and artisanal cheeses.

Acanto is well-known for its award-winning wine list including being one of only 300 restaurants in the world to receive three stars from World of Fine Wine magazine and a "Best of Award of Excellence" honor from Wine Spectator. The curated list showcases more than 700 wines from Italy's 20 regions and includes bottles from upcoming winemakers and rare vintages.