Formento's

4.6

2199 reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Located in Fulton Market District within Chicago’s bustling West Loop, Formento’s is an Italian restaurant steeped with the bright and fresh flavors of Italy. Created as a nod to the owner’s grandmother, guests will experience an array of dishes from house-made pastas, seasonal antipasti and wood-fired fish and steak. At Formento’s, Chef David Schwartz combines new world culinary creativity with generations past. Our world-class wine program offers guests more than 300 varietals from around world.

Three private event spaces can accommodate parties of 10 to 200 guests in an intimate second floor loft overlooking Restaurant Row, featuring a private bar and amenities.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

11 Aug 2022

19:00

Booked 82 times today

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(312) 690-7295

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 690-7295
Website
http://www.formentos.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
David Schwartz
Private party facilities
Formento's offers two gorgeous private event spaces and one semi-private spaces for groups from 10-200 guests. Contact us to learn more and to craft a one-of-a-kind experience for your next event.
Private party contact
Elizabeth Bolger : (312) 690-7295

Location
925 West Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60607
Area
West Loop
Cross Street
Randolph and Sangamon
Parking Details
There is pay-to-park and open street parking in the area.
Public Transit
El: Morgan Green Line Stop
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Marinated OlivesUS$6.00
Prosciutto di ParmaUS$14.00
Crenshaw Melon, Sicilian Olive Oil Sea Salt
Bigeye Tuna CrudoUS$20.00
Castelvetrano Olive, Tomato Broth Sicilian Pistachio, Olive Oil
Cold Smoked CrudoUS$22.00
Sicilian Swordfish, Frisee, Shallot Serrano
Whipped RicottaUS$16.00
Grapes, Pistachio Dukkah Hot Honey, Maldon Salt, Sourdough
Nonna's MeatballsUS$17.00
Parmesan, Marinara
Fritto MistoUS$17.00
Tempura Fried Calamari, Olives Peppadew Peppers, Fennel & Pepperoncini Aioli
CauliflowerUS$15.00
Chilies, Pepperoni, Lemon
OctopusUS$19.00
Giant White Beans, Fennel Sausage

Salads

Gem LettuceUS$16.00
Radicchio, Avocado, Red Onion Pecorino, Oregano Vinaigrette
Wood-Roasted BeetsUS$15.00
Fried Quinoa, Sicilian Pistachio Red Wine Vinaigrette, Goat Cheese
Chop SaladUS$16.00
Iceburg Lettuce, Provolone, Cured Meats Olives, Red Onion, Capers, Italian Dressing
Kale SaladUS$16.00
Brussels Sprouts, Golden Raisins Pecorino, Egg, Almonds, Citrus Vinaigrette

Pastas

We gladly offer gluten free pasta

Bucatini Cacio e PepeUS$19.00
Black Pepper, Parmesan
StrozzapretiUS$22.00
Lamb & Mushroom Ragu, Pecorino Cheese, Parsley Breadcrumbs
Bucatini CarbonaraUS$24.00
Pancetta, Egg Yolk
Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$20.00
Parmesan, Basil
OrecchietteUS$21.00
Squid Ink, Rock Shrimp Cured Tomatoes, Hot Chilies, Mint
CanestriUS$21.00
Pork Neck Gravy, Fennel Sausage Meatball, Ricotta
TortelloniUS$22.00
Black Truffle Ricotta, Burro Fonduta, Peas, Fennel
RisottoUS$21.00
Farro, Autumn Squash, Parsnip, Goat Cheese, Spiced Pepita, Sage Oil, Pomegranate

Steaks & Chops

From our wood-fired grill. Steaks Prime Grade, Creekstone Farms. Served With Bordelaise Sauce

Skirt Steak
- 10ozUS$39.00
Bone-In Ribeye
Dry Aged
- 21ozUS$69.00
NY Strip
- 16ozUS$62.00
Bone-In Filet
- 10ozUS$58.00
LambUS$57.00
Pin Oak Farm Chops, Mint Pesto
Porterhouse
- 32ozUS$98.00

Entrees

Pork Chop
Sauce Robert, Frisee & Apple Salad
- 12ozUS$37.00
ChickenUS$32.00
Spaetzle, Chicken Jus, Crunchy Salad
Ora King SalmonUS$36.00
Grilled Beets, Almond Yogurt Fennel, Arugula
Whole Grilled BranzinoUS$42.00
Pea Tips, Chilies
Chicken ParmesanUS$37.00
Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil
Swordfish SalmoriglioUS$35.00
Blistered Cherry Tomatoes, Fried Capers, Arugula

Sides

$12

Brussels Sprouts
8 Yr Balsamic, Parmesan
Crispy Potatoes
Creamy Parmesan, Chilies
Giant White Beans
Kale, Lemon
Spinach
Garlic, Chilies, Breadcrumbs
Mushrooms
Shiitake & Oyster, Red Wine Jus
Cauliflower alla Robuchon
Butter, Herbs
Broccolini
Lemon, Garlic Butter

What 2,199 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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FeFe
Chicago
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall1food1service2ambience4
Food was awful. Went on a Tuesday and everything seemed like it was leftovers from the weekend. Prawns were gummy. Steak was highly disappointing. Service was lacking. Kids vegetables looked like they came from a can and microwaved. I came here for a private event months ago and had fantastic food. Maybe it was an off night? Nevertheless, enough for me not to come back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience4
For an Italian restaurant I was disappointed with the flavor of the gravy. I wanted to love the chicken parmigiana but there was just not much flavor. The salad was good. The service is great.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary here. Everything was superb from the wait staff to the food. We had the Gem salad, Branzino and the brussel sprouts. All we’re delicious. We loved it and will definitely return the next time we’re in Chicago.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The whipped ricotta was incredible. Had the cacio e pepe and agnolotti for main course, both were superb. We asked our waitress to surprise us with her favorite dessert which was a wonderful coconut tapioca with dark chocolate and strawberries. Such a wonderful experience and can’t wait to come back!
JL
JulieL
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were a party of 8 and all of us agreed that the service, the food and the ambiance were top notch! We were greeted and seated in a timely manner and from the moment we sat down, our experience was superb. Absolutely outstanding team at Formento's and we look forward to dining here again.
M
Margs
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 3 August 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
The pasta was amazing. The prawns-not so much. Bar service was a bit slow and not very engaging.
DL
DarrenL
Philadelphia
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
Great food, service was slow but food worth the wait
KM
KathrynM
Chicago
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on 30 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner at Formento's was wonderful! Our giant prawns, burrata, canestri pasta, and Icelandic cod were excellent, and the cookie dessert was out of this world. The service was friendly and efficient. We will be back soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 July 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
We sat outside on a lovely day. Very enjoyable! The food was delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was really good but the manager Sabrina was the greatest person
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 29 July 2022
overall4food5service2ambience5
Food and outdoor patio were a hit. Our server just forgot about us for very long stretches. It was a nice night but not expecting 2.5 hr meal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Formento’s was perfect. The service was just right, the food was phenomenal, and the patio was so cute.
MM
MonicaM
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
2.0
16 reviews
Dined on 27 July 2022
overall2food3service2ambience3
Service was slow however the servers were really trying to accommodate us. The staffing was low, staff seemed new and kitchen overwhelmed. They did comp a lot off of our bill however it was a rough experience.
T
Tiger
Chicago
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 24 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Edwin the server was fantastic! Above and beyond on all accounts! Great food, atmosphere and ambience! See you again, soon!
LL
LoLothefoodie
St. Louis
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 23 July 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Had dinner with my friends and the spritzers were amazing and pasta portion sizes are perfect to fill you up without needed to take any home
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 22 July 2022
overall2food3service1ambience4
It seemed like our waiter was new. It was understandable that our drinks and food orders were slow, but our waiter seemed annoyed with us right off the bat. We were really patient with him, but it definitely tainted our experience because he wasn’t friendly or even apologetic about giving us the wrong orders, forgetting our orders, or the lack of attention he gave our table. I don’t see us coming back.
DB
DiannaB
Phoenix
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 22 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a marvelous time and the staff were so accommodating. It made our night. Love this place. Food is incredibly good. Thank you!!
SS
StephanieS
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 20 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, everything came out timely for food, and the wait staff was extremely hospitable and knowledgeable.
Y
Yama
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 19 July 2022
overall3food4service5ambience4
Food was a bit pricy. Soft drinks don’t come with refills and pasta is small portions. Quality of the food is delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Tallahassee
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Nina was excellent. Very nice, personable and knowledgeable. Good food and atmosphere outside was awesome. Would recommend and visit again soon.
AH
AshleyH
Chicago
46 reviews
vip
4.0
46 reviews
Dined on 19 July 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Delicious meal. Server was very friendly but busers took our one guests food before he was done/while he was chewing which made us feel rushed despite continuing to order other drinks and have conversation.
ML
MLucas0122
Chicago
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on 17 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waitress was timely, engaged, and seemed to enjoy the experience of waitressing, which is not always the case in today’s environment. The food was exceptional and I can Hardly recommend the squid ink orecchiette pasta and shrimp dish. It was excellent and was the perfect entree size for a lighter dinner. The beets appetizer was also delicious. The meal was flavorific!
JP
JodiP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent amazing food and drinks! We sat outside on a beautiful evening and it was all perfect! Our 5th time there and highly recommend!!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 16 July 2022
overall1food3service3ambience1
Horrible experience. Table right next to us was extremely loud and obnoxious. Little help from the staff. Food was ok. Not happy at all.
MH
MarkH
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 15 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good for large groups
p
paulr
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 15 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and awesome food!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 12 July 2022
overall2food3service2ambience2
I took some clients here for dinner. The shrimp cocktail was $23 for 4 small shrimp. Two of my clients ordered the same steak. One was rare plus and the other medium. They were served to the wrong people and we had to hand plates over the table to exchange. Not that big of a deal if your at Outback Steakhouse, but this was a $700 dinner for 4 people. We order an after dinner drink off the menu that they didn’t have. It was little things that added up to me never going back. If you want a delicious Branzino then go to Girl and the Goat. The Good: the sommelier was really good, Brussel sprouts, crispy potatoes
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing food and most thorough wine list I have seen in some time. Service was impeccable and was a very pleasurable experience. We will definitely come back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on 11 July 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
Our table service was not good but it seemed to be our server, not the overall wait staff because the tables around us had attentive waitresses, nor the hostesses, etc. we interacted with. Focaccia was offered as we sat down and took 45mins to get to the table. When we asked about it during that time, the waitress blamed it on the men who were serving the food, saying they took it to other tables. In one case (because bread came by multiple times), the focaccia was served to a table who had already finished eating. Anyway, once it finally arrived, it was hard. Oil was delicious. We ordered tiger prawns as our starter and were served 2 prawns and 2 very small shrimp, which was disappointing because the menu says prawns and the price point. Our drinks and pasta dishes were good, but, since I’ve heard so many great things about Formento’s, I was underwhelmed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We arrived about 30 minutes before closing and the care and attention we received was terrific. We were not rushed and our server & the manager were incredibly accommodating & gracious about our inquiries and requests. We had a lovely meal after a very long day.
m
madisons
Chicago
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on 2 July 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
The overall experience at this restaurant was decent - the cocktails are made well and the staff is incredibly friendly and informative. The waitress recommended 2-3 dishes / person, however that recommendation left us with an excessive amount of food leftover. The chicken parm and the side dish potatoes was the highlight of all of the dishes - the chicken entree was pretty dry and flavorless . I felt overall the food was decent but for the price lacking any significant notes of flavors that would make me come back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
51 reviews
vip
4.0
51 reviews
Dined on 1 July 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Tom was great getting us a good table. Santiago was fabulous and speedy. Sommelier was very helpful. All in all, a great celebration for our 30th anniversary!
SS
SSJL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 1 July 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Their pasta is delicious, but the Bucatini Carbonara in particular is just divine, the best you'll find this side of Italy. Their cocktails are creative, well balanced, and great tasting. Steaks are good. Desert menu is unimpressive. Prices overall are steep, but you know that coming in. Definitely recommend.
P
Penelope
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 29 June 2022
overall3food2service1ambience2
1, our waitress was very rude. she had just set the check down, a few seconds later when my friend left she came back to pick it up, looked inside and literally said "this isn't done yet" and made a face...
AK
AllenK
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 28 June 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
The four of us went there to celebrate a birthday and spent nearly $300.00. To celebrate the birthday, Formentoes wrote "Happy Birthday in chocolate on the recipient plate. The Birthday Girl ordered a $4.00 sorbet and charged her for it. The sorbet probably cost the restaurant a $1.00 or less. Really!! Can the afford it?. Note to self, never ho to Formentoes for a birthday agin.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on 27 June 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
The service was a little slow. A large group seated after us got served before us and we sort of got forgotten. The food was ok, generous servings but nothing outstanding and quite salty. Menu descriptions didn’t match up to the actual dish eg. One dish had a cream sauce but it wasn’t on the menu as such, the Milanese Veal was just a crumbed chop, and a salad was laden in Parmesan!
AS
AnaS
Salt Lake City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 June 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
First time here - old timey vibe with big leather banquets, dark wood, big bar. The Rat Pack would be quite comfortable in the dark rooms! Loved the atmosphere but it was a little loud for my middle aged ears, probably better for a large, rowdy 20-something group like the one right next to us. Pasta was very good and housemade. Chicken parmesan was the size of a small island. Gelato was also very tasty and beet salad and gem salad were solid. I'm giving it four stars only because I reserve five stars for foodie, chef-driven places. he outdoor area looked really nice but it was raining so we had to sit indoors. There's really nothing to complain about here - it's a nice, solid, traditional Italian restaurant.
M
Maggie
Chicago
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on 26 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding, so was the service - amazing place will visit again
MK
MacKenzie
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Truly phenomenal food and great service. We rated it a 13 out of 10!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolute greatest service I have ever received. The waitress Paolina could not have taken better care of me. Food was unbelievable. Will Be coming back again.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Formento's using the Order Online button. Formento's also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Formento's also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 690-7295.

Formento's is rated 4.6 stars by 2199 OpenTable diners.