Acanto Restaurant + Wine Bar

Acanto Restaurant + Wine Bar The wine program is The wine program is one of the most lauded in the U.S. with a two-glass “Best of Excellence” rating by Wine Spectator.
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Italian Fare & Award-Winning Wine Program Across From Millennium Park
Acanto is the ideal destination for those who appreciate authentic Italian cuisine together with an inviting dining experience in a conversation-friendly atmosphere.

Quiet moments before service.Join us for lunch, dinner, or a glass of wine in the heart of Chicago.
06/08/2026

Quiet moments before service.

Join us for lunch, dinner, or a glass of wine in the heart of Chicago.

Sip Between Sets. 🍹The final day of Blues Fest is here. Stop by Acanto for spritzes, pasta, and wine just steps from Mil...
06/07/2026

Sip Between Sets. 🍹

The final day of Blues Fest is here. Stop by Acanto for spritzes, pasta, and wine just steps from Millennium Park before heading back to the music.

A midday escape on Michigan Avenue.Weekday lunch begins at 11am with favorites like our Panino con Prosciutto—prosciutto...
06/01/2026

A midday escape on Michigan Avenue.

Weekday lunch begins at 11am with favorites like our Panino con Prosciutto—prosciutto di Parma, fig jam, stracciatella, arugula, and lemon vinaigrette on ciabatta. 🇮🇹

Steak, spritzes, and a seat in the sun.📸:
05/28/2026

Steak, spritzes, and a seat in the sun.

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Memorial Day starts here.Sunny patio, views, doors open at 11 AM. ☀️🍹
05/25/2026

Memorial Day starts here.
Sunny patio, views, doors open at 11 AM. ☀️🍹

An afternoon at Acanto. Bruschetta di Prosciutto, a glass of red, and nowhere else to be. 🍷
05/20/2026

An afternoon at Acanto. Bruschetta di Prosciutto, a glass of red, and nowhere else to be. 🍷

A little rosé on the patio kind of day ☀️
05/15/2026

A little rosé on the patio kind of day ☀️

She deserves a proper cocktail. 💐🍸Celebrate Mother’s Day with us, 12–8pm. Walk-ins welcome.
05/10/2026

She deserves a proper cocktail. 💐🍸
Celebrate Mother’s Day with us, 12–8pm. Walk-ins welcome.

We’re closed this evening for a private event.We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back ...
05/06/2026

We’re closed this evening for a private event.
We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow for regular service.

To host your next event with us, please email [email protected] ✨

Rosé All May starts now. 🌸🍷A glass in hand, a page to turn, and nowhere else to be.
05/01/2026

Rosé All May starts now. 🌸🍷
A glass in hand, a page to turn, and nowhere else to be.

Join us this Wednesday at 6:30 🍷 A night in Abruzzo—family-style dishes, thoughtful pairings, and stories behind every p...
04/27/2026

Join us this Wednesday at 6:30 🍷
A night in Abruzzo—family-style dishes, thoughtful pairings, and stories behind every pour.
Limited seating available. Book at acantochicago.com

Patio dining & celebratory specials await this Mother’s Day 🌸Fritelle with wild berry jam, pan-seared Atlantic halibut w...
04/17/2026

Patio dining & celebratory specials await this Mother’s Day 🌸

Fritelle with wild berry jam, pan-seared Atlantic halibut with white asparagus risotto, spring candele & more—best paired with featured rosés, all May long.

12PM–8PM • Reservations at acantochicago.com

A seat at the bar requires no reservation.
04/09/2026

A seat at the bar requires no reservation.

Abruzzo on a plate 🇮🇹Sagne Ricci all’Abruzzese—hand-cut pasta diamonds tossed with crispy guanciale, chickpeas, and saff...
03/20/2026

Abruzzo on a plate 🇮🇹

Sagne Ricci all’Abruzzese—hand-cut pasta diamonds tossed with crispy guanciale, chickpeas, and saffron, finished with rosemary, garlic, pecorino, and fennel frond gremolata. Rich, rustic and unforgettable.

Part of our Acanto Passaporto series—explore the flavors of Italy, one region at a time.

Hop to it 🐰 Easter Sunday is only 3 weeks away.Join us for brunch and all day specials from 11am-7pm. Reservations at ac...
03/15/2026

Hop to it 🐰 Easter Sunday is only 3 weeks away.

Join us for brunch and all day specials from 11am-7pm. Reservations at acantochicago.com 🐣

03/13/2026

Catch us on WGN News this morning 🍇🥂

Riesling is one of the most misunderstood wines—often thought of as overly sweet or one-dimensional. On International Riesling Day, our Sommelier & Beverage Director Torrence O’Haire stopped by to dispel a few myths and highlight the range, balance, and food-friendly versatility that make Riesling so special.

Want to keep learning? Join us for Learn to Speak Italian (Wine)—Acanto’s weekly wine class exploring the regions, styles, and stories behind Italy’s most exciting wines. Enjoy a guided tasting of four wines and build your confidence in Italian wine. Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30PM. Reserve your seat at acantochicago.com. 🍷

Daylight saving means more daylight which means more time for wine, pasta, and good conversation. ☀️🍝 Join us for happy ...
03/09/2026

Daylight saving means more daylight which means more time for wine, pasta, and good conversation. ☀️🍝 Join us for happy hour or dinner.

From our Passaporto series: Abruzzo & Molise. 🇮🇹Pampanella Molisana — grilled chile-rubbed iberico pluma steak, porcini ...
03/05/2026

From our Passaporto series: Abruzzo & Molise. 🇮🇹
Pampanella Molisana — grilled chile-rubbed iberico pluma steak, porcini mushroom polenta, braised rapini, and vino cotto di Montepulciano.

Fresh pasta, made daily. 🍝
03/01/2026

Fresh pasta, made daily. 🍝

Post-work plans? Handled. 🍸Meet us for a perfectly poured cocktail, a plate of pasta, and a slow unwind.
02/27/2026

Post-work plans? Handled. 🍸

Meet us for a perfectly poured cocktail, a plate of pasta, and a slow unwind.

Dolce della Tradicione 🍫A five-piece journey through regional Torrone—from traditional brittle to modern saffron air. In...
02/24/2026

Dolce della Tradicione 🍫

A five-piece journey through regional Torrone—from
traditional brittle to modern saffron air. In the mountains
of Abruzzo, Torrone is more than a confection; it is a
landscape. Too often dismissed as a simple hard candy,
true Torrone is an evolution of texture—moving from
the density of earth to the lightness of air.

This flight is a personal collection of moments. Each
piece features a distinct honey hand-selected and brought back from our travels through Italy, the essence and soul of every bite. We invite you to experience the progression in order, tracing the transformation of honey, nut, and tradition.

Welcoming warm weather the only way we know how — with a spritz. 🥂
02/18/2026

Welcoming warm weather the only way we know how — with a spritz. 🥂

Love is in the air… and so is the Parmigiano. ✨Join us all Valentine’s weekend. ❤️
02/13/2026

Love is in the air… and so is the Parmigiano. ✨
Join us all Valentine’s weekend. ❤️

Chocolate dreams do come true 💭Tortino al Cioccolato — warm, fudgy chocolate cake with orange, candied hazelnut & espres...
02/04/2026

Chocolate dreams do come true 💭
Tortino al Cioccolato — warm, fudgy chocolate cake with orange, candied hazelnut & espresso gelato.

An intimate dining room for an intimate night ♥️🕯️ Celebrate that special someone with a $120 4-course prix-fixe menu wi...
01/29/2026

An intimate dining room for an intimate night ♥️🕯️ Celebrate that special someone with a $120 4-course prix-fixe menu with optional wine pairings 🍷

Menu and reservations at acantochicago.com

*Regular menu not available

Address

18 S Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL
60603

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 4pm - 11pm
Sunday 4pm - 10pm

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