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Saranello's, Wheeling, IL

Saranello's

4.5
4.5
5637 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
601 North Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Inspired by his travels and passion for Italy's culture, Executive Chef Mychael Bonner has created a broad menu of Italian-fare utilizing the freshest ingredients to create the fullest flavors to bring homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, as well as prime steaks and fresh fish dishes to the table.
Feel the energy while dining in a casual and rustic 6700-square-foot setting. Dine at natural reclaimed wood tables with seating for 175, surrounded by inviting darker woods, exposed brick and beams, subtle filament lighting, and accented with muted chocolate and caramel tones throughout.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:45 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mike Brownell
  • Catering
    Catering options available for large party groups. We offer a wide array of family style options and food pans that are guaranteed to please. Catering is available for delivery and pick.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining facilities also are available for holiday parties, business meetings and other gatherings. Our private dining spaces accommodate parties from 8 to 250. Call our private dining managers to book today.
  • Private party contact
    Lara & Mary: (847) 777-6878 ext. 2
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Wheeling
  • Cross street
    Milwaukee and Wolf Rd.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 5,637 people are saying

Saranello's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Saranello's offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food" and "great service." Guests rave about the made-from-scratch pasta and "amazing" brunch buffet. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for special occasions. Attentive staff, including standout servers like Mike B and Damon, ensure a memorable visit.

5,637 Reviews
  1. Rob VIP

    Chicago15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent brunch! So grateful they had valet parking which was complimentary, I provided the attendant with $20.00 gratitude. Highly recommend this establishment! Thank you

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  2. Larry

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jo, the hostess is always there to greet you with a smile. We come in about 2 times per month, and she always remembers me by name and offers a friendly hug, and a welcoming personality.

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  3. Jeff T VIP

    Chicago107 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party of 4 were sat immediately with our OpenTable reservation. The host stand was very professional and accommodating. This was our first brunch at Saranello’s. The variety of food was amazing along with a beautiful presentation. Made to order omelets are a must. Everyone in our party enjoyed the food tremendously. With little room to spare we found ourselves at the dessert table. The display was amazing along with the variety of desserts. Our server Mike B made our brunch experience even better. He was very attentive and knowledgeable about the brunch menu. Managers Dan and Kobie stopped by to say hello and check on our satisfaction. We highly recommend Saranello’s for a delicious brunch.
    Saranello'sResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Jeff! We're delighted to hear that you and your party enjoyed your first brunch at Saranello's. It's great to know that our variety of food and presentation impressed you. We're especially pleased that our omelets and made-to-order benedicts hit the spot for you and your party. We're also glad that our desserts and service made your experience even better. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great brunch soon! Best regards, The Management Team at Saranello's

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  4. Martin

    Chicago4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a special dinner for pass over it was great
    Saranello'sResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Martin! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us at Saranello's. We're glad you found our service to be great. We noticed that you rated the value lower and we appreciate your honesty. We're always looking for ways to improve. We hope to see you again soon.

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  5. Nick VIP

    Chicago8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Solid choice for dinner my girlfriend had. Booked a 7 p.m. res on Open Table same day (Friday), as needed to use up some Lettuce Entertain holiday bonus gift cards that were expiring. Food, service and atmosphere were great. We live in in the metro, but did not know about Saranello's even though we had dined at other restaurants that were close by. Pleasantly surprised!
    Saranello'sResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Nick, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner at Saranello's! It's always a pleasure to know that our guests are happy with our food, service, and atmosphere. We're glad you chose us based on the Open Table promotion and we're grateful for your understanding regarding the proximity of other dining options. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. BARRY VIP

    Chicago73 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lunch with a friend We share the same birthday in March, so we did a late celebration. We both have eaten at Saranello’s many times and today’s lunch was quite nice. Randi our server gave us excellent service and was most amiable. Very professional. We both ordered lunch specials which gave us a cup of soup and a mini dessert with our main courses. I had the Shrimp Diavola over linguini and my friend had Chicken in a pesto sauce over fusilli. I also had a 6 oz pour of a nice Washington Cab. Prices have gone up at restaurants so expect to pay high teens into the twenties for a plate of pasta and $15 and up for a glass of vino. With that in said, it was a lovely lunch with a long time friend.

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  7. Cariann

    Des Moines2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Damien was the absolute best server! He made sure we were taken care of and made my family’s dinner was very enjoyable! The food was great absolutely loved the fried raviolis and the banana tiramisu was AMAZING!!! Will be back! Thank you Damien for the great service!
    Saranello'sResponded 6 days ago
    Hey Cariann, We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience at Saranello's! It's great to know that our team was able to provide you and your family with top-notch service and delicious meals. We're especially glad you loved our fried raviolis and banana tiramisu. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another enjoyable dining experience! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  8. Scott VIP

    Chicago114 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice mid tier Italian with a decent menu and the right pricing for the entrees.

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  9. Jeff T VIP

    Chicago107 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party of 4 were sat immediately with our OpenTable reservation. The host stand was very pleasant and accommodating. Everyone in our party enjoyed the food and ambiance of the restaurant. I ordered the Chicken Cacciatore special which was delicious and served in a large portion. Our server Mike B was very professional and attentive. Managers Kobie and Ari stopped by our table to check on the quality of the food and service. We highly recommended Saranello’s
    Saranello'sResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Jeff T! We're thrilled to hear that you and your party enjoyed your dining experience at Saranello's. It's great to know that our Chicken Cacciatore special and portion size hit the mark. We're also glad that our team was able to provide you with professional and attentive service. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another excellent meal!

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  10. Mary

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had short rib ravioli. They were very good and the sauce was rich and very tasty

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FAQs

Saranello's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 777-6878.

Saranello's is rated 4.5 stars by 5637 OpenTable diners.

Saranello's does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. North Suburbs
  5. Wheeling

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
Google Map for Saranello's

601 North Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Milwaukee and Wolf Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Wheeling
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:45 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mike Brownell
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Catering options available for large party groups. We offer a wide array of family style options and food pans that are guaranteed to please. Catering is available for delivery and pick.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining facilities also are available for holiday parties, business meetings and other gatherings. Our private dining spaces accommodate parties from 8 to 250. Call our private dining managers to book today.
  • Private party contact
    Lara & Mary: (847) 777-6878 ext. 2
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