
Mart Anthony's Italian Restaurant
1200 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60642
About Mart Anthony's Italian Restaurant - steak house in Chicago, Illinois
Old-school eatery serving Italian specialties & pizza in warmly decorated surrounds.
Customer Review Summary
Mart Anthony's Italian Restaurant is considered one of the best Italian spots in Chicago, renowned for its welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service. Owner John creates a warm environment where guests feel valued. The food is described as phenomenal, with standout dishes like Chicken Saltimbocca, Italian sausage and peppers, and unique appetizers. The new outdoor patio adds a magical dining experience, complete with heated floors. The venue has a cozy ambiance, though it can be a bit small and requires reservations. Valet service is available, and while parking can be challenging, the experience compensates for it. Overall, diners appreciate the authentic Italian cuisine, attentive staff, and the sense of belonging they feel. Many express a desire to return, making it a cherished dining destination.
Key Features
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Valet parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
lisA fRosT
If Frank Sinatra were alive, this is where he'd be dining—Mart Anthony’s is hands-down the best Italian restaurant in Chicago! From the moment you step in, the warm and welcoming owner, John, makes you feel like the most important person in the room. The food? Absolutely phenomenal. My favorite dish is the Chicken Saltimbocca, but the sugo and the sausage with peppers are just like my Nana used to make—pure comfort on a plate. The new outdoor patio is magical, like dining inside a snow globe, complete with heated floors to keep you cozy. The valet guy is incredibly kind, and every server is the epitome of perfection, ensuring an unforgettable experience every time. If you're looking for authentic Italian food served with love and old-school charm, look no further than Mart Anthony’s. It’s a true Chicago gem!
Dorothy Lamb
Two different shrimp appetizers, whose Italian names I don't remember, were delicious. Soup with spinach and egg was something I hadn't tried before. I really liked it. Pork chops with broccoli and baked potato were fantastic. I love this restaurant! Service is attentive and friendly. The atmosphere always makes me feel as if I belong here for a wonderful dinner experience.
Jay Shipinski
This is an amazing establishment with a wonderful ambiance, attentive and friendly staff members, and food that makes you feel like love was put into it just for you. I personally loved the Italian sausage and peppers!
Josh Friedman
Authentic, old school Italian place with a super welcoming vibe. I had the Chicago style bar pizza, which was exactly as it should be, crispy and perfect with a drink.
Audrey Waechter
Great food, atmosphere and service. Loved the pasta and have leftovers for tomorrow
Nataliya
The place from outside looks more like a bar, but it’s definitely a little hidden gem if you’re looking for delicious Italian food. I, myself, not a big fan of Italian kitchen, but this place is definitely worth it! The food is good quality and very flavorful. It’s not a very spacious place, and you definitely need a reservation, but is very cosy looking inside. Parking is tough, but they do offer valet service. Grilled calamari was delicious! Salmon was oceanic, didn’t know it came with pasta, which wasn’t bad, but the fish and vegetables were delicious. Cannoli was pretty good, but not the best, however cappuccino was very good! The waiter was okay, but was a little too busy, and could definitely do a better job of coming by a little more frequently. The owner was very nice!! Don’t come to Downtown areas too often anymore unfortunately, because of the safety concerns, but if someone wants to come here and drive, definitely would come back!
Angelica Porras
Great Food and wonderful service! Staff is very attentive. Will definitely be back. The lasagna was delicious and also tasted delicious as leftovers 😁
R G
Always a great time. Been to a few celebrations and a lot of wine pairings. Great, authentic Italian cuisine as well as wine. Talk to strangers and enjoy the atm9s0here that is conducive to conversation. The owners greet you by name and go all out to make sure your dining g experience is one that will make you come back. Glad we don't drive...
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