Siena Tavern
Quick info
About Siena Tavern
Siena Tavern is an Italian restaurant on W Kinzie St in Chicago, with a menu of 60 dishes covering Neapolitan pies and homemade pastas. Rigatoni Alla Vodka appears regularly, and the kitchen sends out burrata with olive oil toast to start and meatballs as a shareable plate. The wine list runs to bottles like the Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Asili, and a wraparound bar and pizza bar sit alongside the dining room, with an outdoor patio for eating outside. A private cellar room can be closed off from the main space, suited to groups, and reservations are accepted for larger parties, with booking recommended generally. A wait is common at peak times. Valet parking is available, dogs are welcome, and the kitchen offers both takeaway and delivery for those eating off site. Happy hour runs from 3 to 6pm, and tiramisu closes out the dessert menu.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid multi-storey car park · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityDoes not have assistive hearing loop
- Good for kidsFamily friendly
Menu & Prices
60 dishes · mains $58–950- Mastroberardino, Aglianico, Irpinia, Campania (2018)$72.00
- Feudi Di San Gregorio, Aglianico, Serpico, Irpinia (2011)$166.00
- Dal Forno, Amarone Della Valpolicella, Veneto (06/08/10)$781.00
- Prunotto, Barbaresco, Piedmont (2017)$116.00
- Marchesi Di Grésy, Barbaresco, Martinenga, Piedmont (2016)$134.00
- Bruno Giacosa, Barbaresco, Asili, Piedmont (2015)$366.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention vodka rigatoni, burrata, tiramisu and happy hour specials.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention vodka rigatoni, burrata, tiramisu and happy hour specials.
Customer Review Summary
The vodka rigatoni draws the most repeat praise, with several diners calling it among the best pasta they've had and one traveler returning specifically for it. Close behind, the burrata, tiramisu, and short rib over risotto earn consistent mentions, along with standouts like the sea bass Milanese with lemon caper aioli and the waygu meatballs from restaurant week tastings. Many describe attentive, fast-moving service, including servers who gave menu recommendations, replaced a spilled drink, and surprised a birthday guest with dessert. Private spaces like a reservable cellar area and a lively bar and patio scene come up favorably for groups and special occasions. The recurring complaint centers on cost: one diner detailed unexpectedly high fees and an automatic tip calculated on top of them, and another found restaurant week portions too small relative to the price difference from full-size dishes. A separate visitor noted silverware that still had food on it and had to be reset twice. Several reviewers mention receiving a complimentary treat, like donuts or extra olives, to close out the meal.
Customer Review Summary
The vodka rigatoni draws the most repeat praise, with several diners calling it among the best pasta they've had and one traveler returning specifically for it. Close behind, the burrata, tiramisu, and short rib over risotto earn consistent mentions, along with standouts like the sea bass Milanese with lemon caper aioli and the waygu meatballs from restaurant week tastings. Many describe attentive, fast-moving service, including servers who gave menu recommendations, replaced a spilled drink, and surprised a birthday guest with dessert. Private spaces like a reservable cellar area and a lively bar and patio scene come up favorably for groups and special occasions. The recurring complaint centers on cost: one diner detailed unexpectedly high fees and an automatic tip calculated on top of them, and another found restaurant week portions too small relative to the price difference from full-size dishes. A separate visitor noted silverware that still had food on it and had to be reset twice. Several reviewers mention receiving a complimentary treat, like donuts or extra olives, to close out the meal.
Featured reviews
- Maria Ramirez
“Had such an amazing experience and Kennedy recommended the rigatoni with vodka and it was delicious! Will definitely be back when visiting Chicago.”
- Rachel Vk
“Not an exaggeration by any means, but the Rigatoni Alla Vodka I’ve eaten here is quite possibly one of the best pasta dishes I’ve eaten anywhere in the world. That sauce is worth a king’s ransom. We also ate the pancakes, chicken sandwich and the kale salad and everything was lovely. Our server Daniela was courteous, friendly and helpful. Would definitely go back! Best Italian fare in town”
- david wilson
“For us, Siena Tavern is like an oasis in the middle of the city. The space is huge. They've got a beautiful outdoor patio, a massive wraparound bar, a cocktail area, and a pizza bar. They really designed the place so you can relax instead of feeling packed in shoulder to shoulder. The food is consistently good. Every visit has been excellent. The portions are generous, and more importantly, tastes great. The service is five star. The staff is genuinely attentive and engaged, and the happy hour is one of the most generous in the city. It's been a River North local favorite for years. For happy hour, pizza, or a full dinner, it's a place that's easy to recommend and one we keep going back to.”
- Trinity Pine
“We had an amazing time here! In particular, our server Reilly was a standout. Super knowledgeable, kind, welcoming, and made sure we had an absolutely wonderful time. All the food and drinks were delicious, and it was all really reasonably priced for the area. We will be coming back for sure!”
- Samuel Johnson
“We enjoyed our experience here! Our waiter was very attentive and polite, service was decently fast even around 8pm when it was very busy! Food was delicious, would recommend the salmon. Any time a place has tiramisu I am absolutely trying it, this one did not disappoint but I wasn’t blown out of the water. Would come back!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Neapolitan pies, homemade pastas, and wine in an upscale space with a bar and lounge.”
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Has great wine list
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family friendly
- Serves alcohol
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Offerings· 5
- Serves cocktails
- Serves healthy options
- Has private dining room
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Dining options· 2
- Has catering
- Has table service
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 5
- Cosy
- Lively
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Planning· 1
- Usually has a wait
- Highlights· 4
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Has great wine list
- Accessibility· 1
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
- Parking· 3
- Paid multi-storey car park
- Paid street parking
- Valet parking
Location
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- Crying Tiger4.81,7640.1 mi$50–100Reservations
crying tiger dessert, lobster pad thai, pork belly
- Havana Grill4.52,3050.1 mi$20–30Good for kidsReservations
carne asada, ropa vieja, mojitos
- Tanta Cocina Peruana4.53,5090.2 mi$50–100Good for kidsReservations
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siena TavernReservations | 4.64,941 | — | $30–60 | vodka rigatoni, burrata, tiramisu |
| Crying TigerReservations | 4.81,764 | 0.1 mi | $50–100 | crying tiger dessert, lobster pad thai, pork belly |
| Havana GrillGood for kids · Reservations | 4.52,305 | 0.1 mi | $20–30 | carne asada, ropa vieja, mojitos |
| Tanta Cocina PeruanaGood for kids · Reservations | 4.53,509 | 0.2 mi | $50–100 | ceviche, pisco sour, empanadas |
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