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RPM Italian - Chicago, Chicago, IL

RPM Italian - Chicago

4.7 (12481)
$31 to $50
Italian
52 West Illinois, Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 124 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit, featuring a contemporary menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 222-1888
  • Website
    http://www.rpmrestaurants.com/rpm-italian-chicago/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    RPM Restaurants offers catering to events of all sizes including intimate dinners, weddings and corporate parties. Allow us to curate a custom menu that reflects your unique vision, paired with impeccable service that ensures a memorable occasion. Let us bring the extraordinary to<br />your gathering!
  • Private party facilities
    RPM Italian offers private dining for group of any size. Our Parties & Special Events team isavailable to help guests create their own personalized private dining experience, payingattention to every detail from menu selection and design to wine pairings and floralarrangements.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    52 West Illinois, Chicago, IL 60654
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    Dearborn & Illinois
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Grand Ave. Red Line
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

  • RPM Italian Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us for River North’s most sought after Happy Hour and enjoy specially priced cocktails, wine by the glass, and small plates starting at $8. Available weekdays at the bar from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Menu

RPM Italian - Chicago's menu was last updated on 6/16/2025.

Signatures

  • Martha M's Special Occasion Carrot Cake$15.00

    Five Layer Secret Recipe, Cream Cheese Frosting

    • RPM Cheesecake$15.00

      Seasonal Compote, Graham Cracker

      • Bomboloni$15.00

        Italian Brioche Donuts, Nutella, Vanilla Sugar

        Italian Classics

        • Pistachio Gelato$14.00

          Wild Italian Strawberries, Sicilian Pistachios

          • Tiramisu$17.00

            Mascarpone, Coffee Cremeux, Dark Chocolate

            • Bill's Chocolate Budino$11.00

              Salted Caramel, Dark Chocolate Cocoa Nibs

              • Spumoni Torta Meringata$21.00

                Pistachio, Vanilla, Raspberry, Warm Chocolate Sauce, Prepared Tableside, Serves 2-4

                Affogatos

                • RPM Affogato$11.00

                  Tiramisu Gelato, La Colombe Espresso, Almond Biscotti

                  • Classic$9.00

                    Vanilla Bean Gelato, La Colombe Espresso

                    Dessert Wines

                    • Moscato d'Asti - Elio Perrone, '23$14.00

                      • Vin Santo del Chianti Classico - Badia a Coltibuono, '15$28.00

                        • Recioto della Valpolicella - Tenute Falezza, '16$18.00

                          Cordials

                          • Amaro - Agrosan dell'Etna, 120th Anniversario Riserva$29.00

                            • Fernet - Branca$13.00

                              • Vermouth - Vergano, "Luli", Moscato Chinato$16.00

                                • Limoncello - Caravella$11.00

                                  • Orangecello - Caravella$11.00

                                    Dessert Cocktails

                                    • Rare Brew$19.00

                                      Eagle Rare 10yr Bourbon, Varnelli Caffe Moka, Cinnamon, Espresso

                                      Last updated: May 30, 2025

                                      What 12,481 people are saying

                                      RPM Italian - Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                      4.7
                                      4.7 based on recent ratings
                                      • 4.7Food
                                      • 4.7Service
                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                      • 4.4Value

                                      Noise • Moderate

                                      Review summary

                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                      RPM Italian in Chicago offers a "culinary delight" with "impeccable service" and "exceptional cuisine." Known for its "inviting atmosphere," it excels in special occasions, offering personalized touches like custom menus. Highlights include "delicious desserts" and "gluten-free" options. While the ambiance is lively, the food and service make it "a must-visit destination."
                                      12,481 Reviews

                                      1. Paul VIP

                                        Chicago / Illinois33 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Excellent atmosphere, exceptionally delicious food with high-quality service.

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                                      2. Debra VIP

                                        Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        We went to RPM Italian for my daughter's 30th bday. Great food, great service and they went out of their way to help her feel celebrated. Portions are a little small for the price but the quality of the food was excellent! We will be back.

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                                      3. Thomas

                                        Virginia2 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Fantastic meal. Elegant, classy and sophisticated decor, amazing staff. Will be on our list the next time we come back to Chicago. Well done, RPM!

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                                      4. Erika VIP

                                        Indiana4 reviews

                                        3.0

                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                        1. Overall 3
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 2
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        This was our second time here. The food is very good. Not priced too high. I will say the service was terrible. The wait time for us to get our drinks was way too long for the type of place RPM is. Better off just sitting at the bar.

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                                      5. Elaine

                                        Dublin1 review

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Really enjoyed our meal Our waiter Josh was excellent

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                                      6. Joe

                                        Chicago / Illinois1 review

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        We were a party of 8 celebrating my sister’s 75th birthday and the staff at RPM Italian really went out of their way to make the experience so very memorable. The food was delicious, the service impeccable. I could not thank them enough for such a remarkable evening.

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                                      7. Kathy VIP

                                        Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Great food, drinks and service. I highly recommend this place.

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                                      8. Jorge VIP

                                        Chicago / Illinois54 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Too crowded and too busy. Food was excellent. Payment process is a bit complicated and cumbersome

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                                      9. Darcy VIP

                                        Los Angeles2 reviews

                                        3.0

                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                        1. Overall 3
                                        2. Food 3
                                        3. Service 4
                                        4. Ambience 2
                                        We were not seated in the area I had requested and it wasn’t even acknowledged. They were out of one of the appetizers we ordered and took a lot of time to let us know. Generally the food took too long. And my favorite pasta doesn’t taste like it used to.

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                                      10. Tani

                                        Cleveland / Akron / Canton3 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined on June 9, 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Delicious food! Excellent service. Highly recommend

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                                      FAQs

                                      RPM Italian - Chicago offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 222-1888.

                                      RPM Italian - Chicago is rated 4.7 stars by 12481 OpenTable diners.

                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                      1. Home
                                      2. United States
                                      3. Chicago / Illinois
                                      4. Chicago
                                      5. River North (Chicago)

                                      Make a reservation

                                      2 people
                                      7:00 PM
                                      Booked 124 times today
                                      Google Map for RPM Italian - Chicago

                                      52 West Illinois, Chicago, IL 60654

                                      Dining areas

                                      Additional information

                                      • Cross street
                                        Dearborn & Illinois
                                      • Neighborhood
                                        River North (Chicago)
                                      • Hours of operation
                                        Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
                                      • Price
                                        $31 to $50
                                      • Cuisines
                                        Italian, Steak
                                      • Dining style
                                        Casual Elegant
                                      • Dress code
                                        Smart Casual
                                      • Parking details
                                        Valet
                                      • Public transit
                                        Grand Ave. Red Line
                                      • Payment options
                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                      • Additional
                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                      • Delivery & takeout
                                        Order direct
                                      • Website
                                        http://www.rpmrestaurants.com/rpm-italian-chicago/
                                      • Phone number
                                        (312) 222-1888
                                      • Catering
                                        RPM Restaurants offers catering to events of all sizes including intimate dinners, weddings and corporate parties. Allow us to curate a custom menu that reflects your unique vision, paired with impeccable service that ensures a memorable occasion. Let us bring the extraordinary to<br />your gathering!
                                      • Private party facilities
                                        RPM Italian offers private dining for group of any size. Our Parties & Special Events team isavailable to help guests create their own personalized private dining experience, payingattention to every detail from menu selection and design to wine pairings and floralarrangements.

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