Viaggio

We absolutely love this cozy place that always has a tasty general menu with a personal touch and we were very glad to see they survived COVID. At the height of COVID we made a concerted effort to try and keep them open by eating there at least once a week. We even sat outside one night when COVID prohibited eating inside - in January - freezing our butts in a windy tent as the only customers in the place but had the best dinner ever, laughing, with great wine, great food and wearing parkas. A special place - not the usual thing.

We came here NYE with our twin 6 year olds. We’d planned to go to the burger spot across the street before going to Botanic for Lightscape, but we didn’t realize it was take-out only. We looked up Viaggio since it was so close we decided to try it, if they even had a table for us being that we had no reservation. The manager/host was so nice and welcoming. He immediately got us a table. All the staff was kind and funny. They gave us play dough for our kids and had warm bread out right away. My husband and I got cocktails which were excellently made. And the food was simple and delicious and perfectly seasoned from start to finish, even the Mac n cheese my son got was in a homemade cheese sauce with penne pasta and it was so good. We loved it all, and we’re so happy we stumbled upon this place. I’ll remember this special place when we’re in Highland Park again!

We were a very large group of kids and adults and had such a wonderful time. From the friendliness of making a reservation for this sized group to the delicious food and wine, from making sure the kids were occupied to the fabulous attentive service, we could not have had a more enjoyable night. The portions were very generous, including desserts! Thanks again and we can't wait to come back next time we are in the area!

Enjoyed a great business dinner with co-workers. We ordered a variety of. appetizers and all were excellent. I especially enjoyed the meatballs. And the sausage and peppers. Others at the table enjoyed the clams and calamari. We ordered a variety of main courses and served ourselves family style. The chicken Limon was very tender and excellent. The lasagna portion was huge and very good. The pasta and vodka sauce with sausage was outstanding. Others had the chicken parm which they really enjoyed and one guest had salmon which was also very good. For dessert people ordered a variety of items the chocolate cake was a huge piece and looked very good. I had the tiramisu which was excellent. Others had a cherry pie which they raved about. One of the guests said they order it every time they're there and love it. Lots of outdoor dining and on a nice night it's a perfect place to eat. Inside the restaurant also is very nice and I look forward to returning and trying other dishes.

This place deserves every praise in the book. From a welcoming, fun, relaxed staff (thank you Lisette) who were always hustling but never appeared rushed. Well done. Food, every thing I ate (caprese, chx parm, canolli) were absolutely top I've had, and I have had this meal forever. Fantastic. I will be back often and share with my nshore friends