
Provare Chicago
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About Provare Chicago
Provare Chicago is an Italian restaurant with Creole and fusion touches on West Chicago Avenue, pairing its dining room with a cocktail bar. The menu draws from 37 dishes, including salmon egg rolls, crab cake egg rolls, and the spinach and artichoke dip among its starters. A hidden bookcase entrance downstairs leads to Privé, a speakeasy that gives guests a separate space to continue the evening after dinner. Reservations are recommended, and a wait is common even with a table booked. The entrance is step-free and wheelchair accessible, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout. Those who prefer to eat elsewhere can order takeaway or delivery. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday and closed on Mondays. A 20 percent service charge is added automatically to every bill.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsFamily friendly
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
37 dishes · mains $8–67- Salmon Egg Roll$17.00
- Fried Lobster Tails$31.00
- Garlic Parm Fries$10.00
- Grilled Caesar Salad$15.00
- Spinach And Artichoke Dip$20.00
- Crab Cake Egg Rolls$25.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention seafood trio pasta, salmon/crab cake egg rolls, lamb chops and butter cake.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention seafood trio pasta, salmon/crab cake egg rolls, lamb chops and butter cake.
Customer Review Summary
The seafood trio pasta emerges as the clear favorite across reviews, repeatedly praised alongside the crab cake egg rolls and salmon egg rolls as standout starters, with many diners also singling out the lamb chops and the butter cake for dessert. Close behind, the crabby fries and spinach and artichoke dip draw consistent praise, and cocktails are frequently called strong and well balanced. Service is described again and again as attentive and fast, with several reviewers noting food arrived quickly even on busy nights, and the downstairs speakeasy adds a distinct draw for many. Recurring caveats include a dining room several found too loud for conversation, one reviewer whose lemon pepper chicken alfredo came dry and bland and who was charged extra for additional sauce, and another whose lamb chops felt over-seasoned with corn and whose speakeasy seating had a poor view of the entertainment. Multiple diners flag a 20% automatic service charge added to the bill, advising others to expect it. One reviewer also recounts a medical emergency during their meal, describing staff as quick to assist. Reviewers who celebrated birthdays or anniversaries repeatedly mention receiving complimentary desserts or prosecco to mark the occasion.
Customer Review Summary
The seafood trio pasta emerges as the clear favorite across reviews, repeatedly praised alongside the crab cake egg rolls and salmon egg rolls as standout starters, with many diners also singling out the lamb chops and the butter cake for dessert. Close behind, the crabby fries and spinach and artichoke dip draw consistent praise, and cocktails are frequently called strong and well balanced. Service is described again and again as attentive and fast, with several reviewers noting food arrived quickly even on busy nights, and the downstairs speakeasy adds a distinct draw for many. Recurring caveats include a dining room several found too loud for conversation, one reviewer whose lemon pepper chicken alfredo came dry and bland and who was charged extra for additional sauce, and another whose lamb chops felt over-seasoned with corn and whose speakeasy seating had a poor view of the entertainment. Multiple diners flag a 20% automatic service charge added to the bill, advising others to expect it. One reviewer also recounts a medical emergency during their meal, describing staff as quick to assist. Reviewers who celebrated birthdays or anniversaries repeatedly mention receiving complimentary desserts or prosecco to mark the occasion.
Featured reviews
- Kimberly
“Provare` it was my first visit. Love the decor and ambience. My sister and I had salmon eggrolls, Brussel sprouts(love the dipping sauce that comes with it). Our entrées were Branzino fish and shrimp scampi. They were delicious! I don't even like shrimp scampi but this version was tremendous. The Butter Cake ...OMG!! I would drive up there from the SSide just for the cake. After dinner we went downstairs to the Speakeasy Prive`. The service was lovely. I will be back!!!”
- Janice C
“Linda was our sever for tonight, she was amazing! Professional, polite, and attentive. We will most definitely visit again when we come back to Chicago!”
- Adrianne Fleming
“My boyfriend and I visited over the weekend and I just want to say how much I appreciated every bit of the experience! We were celebrating his birthday when my boyfriend had a medical emergency (unrelated to the food or anything to do with our experience there) in the restaurant and the staff did not hesitate to act and make sure he was taken care of! They also helped me to keep a clear, calm head in such a stressful situation. I can’t thank them enough! Now, BEFORE my boyfriend’s health scare we were genuinely having such an incredible time! Our server (Darius I believe?) was absolutely spectacular! He was so funny, knowledgeable about the menu, and really makes you feel like you’re just a friend in his home. The food: We started with the crab cake egg rolls and boy was it a delicious start! I’ve been thinking about them since! I ordered the branzino and it did not disappoint!!! It was cooked to perfection! Before it came, I’d second guessed my order, because the table next to us had lamb chops that looked soooo good! Darius reassured me that I’d love the branzino and he did not lie one bit! My boyfriend LOVED the seafood trio pasta! We both are so upset we didn’t get to finish the food, because it was truly so delicious. The Drinks: Our drinks were great (I don’t remember the names). You can tell the bartender cares what they’re sending out. The presentation was gorgeous and the ingredients were well balanced. The atmosphere: very sultry environment. Perfect for a date night or girls night! They also have a speakeasy that we can’t wait to go back for. The service: Again, truly wonderful. Darius was attentive and our food came pretty quickly! Management and their Director of Security were so kind and helpful. Thank you again, Provaré! We will be back soon… without the ambulance this time.”
- Rachael Pandazides
“I accidentally booked for the speakeasy and it was the best mistake ever. Great vibes, music, and feel all around. The service was appreciated and Keke was a gem! They were able to help my wife and I celebrate our anniversary with complimentary ice cream and prosecco- 10/10 for everything we ordered to eat and drink! Small detail, but I loved the names of the drinks representing all sides of the city!”
- Weston Turner
“We are in town to go the Obama Presidential Library, so I looked for a good restaurant to eat at and Provare’ kept coming up. Tik Tok told the truth!!! Our food was 10/10, our server KeKe was 20/10. KeKe was knowledgeable about the menu, and her positive demeanor really made it a nice experience. The Wabash drink reminded us of our wedding cocktail. The vibe was also great! Wes and Michelle Tampa FL”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for popular for dinner
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
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- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Offerings· 10
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves late-night food
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Dining options· 5
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Popular for· 2
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Highlights· 5
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Serves local speciality
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Planning· 3
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Usually has a wait
Location
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- 1.2 mi$15–30
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- Il Porcellino4.85,0391.9 mi$30–80
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- The Village4.54,9092.1 mi$20–60
lasagna, meatballs, homemade mozzarella sticks
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provare Chicago | 4.85,522 | — | $50–100 | seafood trio pasta, salmon/crab cake egg rolls, lamb chops |
| Viaggio Restaurant Chicago | 4.7948 | 1.2 mi | $15–30 | rigatoni vodka with sausage, meatball salad, short rib ravioli special |
| Il Porcellino | 4.85,039 | 1.9 mi | $30–80 | lasagna, garlic bread, calamari |
| The Village | 4.54,909 | 2.1 mi | $20–60 | lasagna, meatballs, homemade mozzarella sticks |
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