Di Pescara

4.5

5697 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 82 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

A contemporary favorite on the North Shore, Di Pescara specializes in meticulously selected, seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and a satisfying range of Italian and global specialties. The setting is modern, with animated, lively dining rooms, private party rooms, and an intimate, well-stocked bar. Chef-Partner Francis Brennan brings a modern approach to traditional dishes with results such as Ginger BBQ Salmon, Oven Roasted Fish, and house made Gnocchi. With both innovative specials and small bite desserts, Di Pescara will satisfy all appetites any day of the week. Open for lunch and dinner daily, we offer convenient carryout and boast 3 private dining rooms seating 14 to 140 people.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Sushi
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 498-4321
Website
http://www.di-pescara.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Mychael Bonner
Catering
Seal important business deals when you order from our crowd pleasing Office Catering Menu. Call 847-498-4321 or email Lara Jones with Special Events and Meetings for more information at DiPescaraParties@leye.com.
Private party facilities
Many guests are surprised to find out the Di Pescara has three distinctly different private rooms. With seating from 10 - 250 people, consider Di Pescara when planning your next social or business event. Seal important business deals when you order from our crowd pleasing Office Catering Menu.

Location
2124 Northbrook Ct, Northbrook, IL 60062
Neighborhood
Northbrook
Cross street
Facing Lake Cook Rd midway between Neiman Marcus and Shopper's Find.
Parking details
Convenient curb-side carryout and a free public parking lot is available.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menu
$59.95 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Year at Di Pescara, with our special 3 course Prix Fixe Menu served from 4:45 to 8 pm in our dining room. Each guest chooses an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Complimentary sparkling wine toast for guests over 21 years of age. $59.95 per adult, and a special 3 course menu is available for kids under 10 for $25.95.

Offers

Bar Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Happy Hour Specials From 3 to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday in the Bar Lounge. We feature food and drink specials such as- $4 beers, $5 house white or red wine, $6 Sangria, $7 Old Fashioneds or Margaritas, $8 Martinis or Manhattans. Yellowfin tuna tostadas for $7, Braised Chicken meatballs for $5, Crispy Sushi Rice with Spicy Tuna for $6 and the Di Double Cheeseburger for $8

Popular dishes

Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup$6.00
- Cup$6.00
- Bowl$8.00
Spinach Artichoke Arancini$8.00
fontina, lemon aïoli
Crispy Brussel Sprouts$10.00
bacon, caramelized onions, parmesan
Chicken Meatballs$12.00
(3) Marinara
Shrimp Cocktail$15.00
cocktail sauce, lemon
Grilled Calamari Giardiniera$17.00
balsamic, arugula
Fried Calamari Marinara$17.00
crispy zucchini, pickled peppers
Tuna Tartare$17.00
soy-ginger vinaigrette, avocado, wonton chips, wasabi
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$16.00
mustard sauce

Sushi & Poké

Fresh ingredients made-to-order maki rolls. Substitute Soy Paper on any roll.

Sweet Potato Roll$11.00
avocado, tempura sweet potato, soy glaze
Shrimp Tempura Roll$14.00
cucumber, lettuce, masago, spicy mayo
Spicy Tuna Roll$15.00
ahi tuna, spicy mayo
California Roll$16.00
crab, avocado, cucumber
Spicy Tuna Crispy Sushi Rice$15.00
soy glaze, jalapeno
Tuna & Salmon Poké Bowl$22.00
sticky rice, avocado, crunchy asian slaw, soy-ginger-sesame vinaigrette

Sandwiches

Served with lettuce, tomato,& fries

Uncle Paulie's Cheeseburger$19.00
8 oz., brioche bun, tillamook cheddar
Grilled Turkey Burger$18.00
swiss cheese, roasted red pepper mayo, whole wheat bun

Salads

Dressings: Cesar, Italian, Blue Cheese Vinaigrette, Green Goddess, Ranch, soy ginger, balsamic, Lemon, Rémoulade

Traditional Caesar$14.00
romaine, parmesan cheese, croutons, caesar dressing
- Small$14.00
- Large$18.00
Our Chopped$14.00
blue cheese, wasabi peas, jicama, roasted corn, carrot, tomato, cabbage, blue cheese-lemon vinaigrette
- Small$14.00
- Large$18.00
Orchard$14.00
sunflower seeds, jicama, cucumber, apple, pear, dried cranberries, green goddess dressing
- Small$14.00
- Large$18.00
Classic Seafood Chop$34.00
blue crab, lobster, gulf shrimp, hearts of palm, tomato, green beans, avocado, hard boiled egg, Italian, remoulade on side

Salad Add-Ons

Grilled Chicken$6.00
Grilled Shrimp$8.00
Grilled Salmon$9.00
4 oz.
Avocado$3.00

Fresh Fish & Seafood

Di Pescara takes great pride in the freshness of our fish. We work closely with local and national purveyors to procure the best-quality seafood. All fish can be prepared simply oven roasted with cauliflower and tartar sauce.

Idaho Rainbow Trout$32.00
broccolini, lemon brown butter
- Dinner$32.00
Almond-Crusted Whitefish$23.00
roasted brussels sprouts, lemon butter
- Lunch$23.00
- Dinner$30.00
Horseradish-Crusted Whitefish$23.00
sautéed spinach, tomato-white wine sauce
- Lunch$23.00
- Dinner$30.00
Sea Scallop Piccata$36.00
lemon, capers, spinach, parmesan risotto
- Dinner$36.00
Barbecued Ginger Salmon$24.00
blistered sesame green beans
- Lunch$24.00
- Dinner$32.00
Mediterranean Branzino$35.00
parmesan crust, roasted brussel sprouts
- Dinner$35.00
Parmesan-crusted Shrimp Oreganata$26.00
angel hair pasta, spinach, garlic
- Dinner$26.00
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$36.00
roasted corn, peppadew peppers, mustard sauce
- Dinner$36.00

Chicken

Chicken alla Parmigiana$26.00
mozzarella & parmesan, marinara
Chicken Milanese$26.00
arugula salad
Chicken Giardiniera$26.00
spicy vegetable relish

Pasta

Gnocchi Alla Vodka$22.00
fresh basil, parmigiano reggiano
Spaghetti & meatballs$25.00
3 chicken meatballs, marinara, basil
Four-Cheese Ravioli$24.00
pomodoro, burrata
Mezze Rigatoni$25.00
braised beef and pork ragù napoletano

Steaks

12 oz. USDA Prime Chopped Steak$24.00
peppers & onions, mashed potatoes
8 oz. Red Wine-braised Short Ribs$36.00
parmesan-mashed potatoes, carrots, shallots
12 oz. Skirt Steak$42.00
balsamic marinated, au jus, fries
- 12 oz.$42.00
8 oz. Filet Mignon$46.00
thick cut onion rings, au jus
- 8 oz.$46.00

Sides

Side Pasta$9.00
Sesame Green Beans$8.00
Roasted Sweet Corn with peppadew peppers$9.00
Roasted Brussels sprouts$9.00
Fries$7.00
Baked Sweet Potato$8.00
Parmesan-Mashed Potatoes$8.00
Sautéed Spinach$8.00
Sautéed Broccolini$10.00

Dessert

Homer's Peppermint Ice Cream$9.00
hot fudge
Homer's Vanilla Ice Cream$9.00
hot fudge
Key Lime Pie$9.00
graham cracker crust, whipped cream
Valrhona Chocolate Mousse Cake$10.00
Apple Crostata$9.00
vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce

What 5,697 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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North Suburbs
Most Booked

Review summary

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Di Pescara offers a delightful dining experience with "terrific food" and "fabulous service." Known for its "wonderful atmosphere" and attentive staff, the restaurant impresses with fresh seafood and a varied menu. While some reviews mention inconsistent service, many highlight the "excellent dining options" and "outstanding servers" like Raul and Marco.

5,697 Reviews

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Debbie
VIP
Chicago
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was great. I had the poke bowl and it was a generous portion. We split two desserts, key lime pie and Door County cherry pie. Both were AMAZING!
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David
VIP
Chicago
18 reviews
1.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We had an order of the Bronzino. The fish was average at best. The brussels sprouts or mushy and terrible. Overall, the experience was disappointing.
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Arlene
VIP
Milwaukee
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
As part of my team Christmas outing we went to dinner at DiPescara. After going to the Chicago Botanical Gardens light show it was the perfect place—friendly and attentive staff, good selection of beverages, specials, appetizers, salads, entrees and wine. Everyone loved their meal and the prices were very reasonable.
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kristin
VIP
Chicago
25 reviews
3.0
25 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice place. Our server was great! Unfortunately the food was less than impressive-“medium” filet came out rare in the middle. The salmon was seared on the outside but raw on the inside. We had to send both back for continued cooking. The Russel sprouts were mushy. The server was ice enough to comp a dessert sampler for us- which was very good
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Pamela
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We ordered appetizers that literally came out after our meals. No apology nothing. I ordered the special and received something completely different. All the waiter did was offer to have them make what I did order but then everyone else at the table would either wait and their food would be cold or I’d eat alone.
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Laurakathlee
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always have a fabulous experience at DiPescara! Their chopped salad is so delicious! I usually get the Almond Crusted Whitefish - which I love - but tonight I went with the Chicken Milanse - perfection! And their chocolate mousse cake is the best dessert ever!!! I'm picky about my chocolate desserts, and this one is my favorite!!! 😋
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Paul
Chicago
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good value and solid service. Had the supper club with a family outing
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David
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Service was slow and poor. Had to send back an order of onion rings as they were cold. Asked for several things that either were never brought or wren very slow in coming. I needed salad extra dressing to supplement my salad that finally came when my wife was almost done with her salad, The food which is usually excellent was in my opinion mediocre.
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Pamela
VIP
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our 1st time eating at Di Pescara and will definitely go back. The cocktails are YUMMY and the food was amazing. The 5 of us all LOVED our dinners and the grilled calamari app was fantastic. We had reservations but got there super early so sitting at the bar trying the drinks was a bonus.
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Lynn
Chicago
73 reviews
3.0
73 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
very good food. too bad it took 45 minutes to get our food, even tho we were the first in the back dining room. service was meh.
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FAQs

Di Pescara offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 498-4321.

Di Pescara is rated 4.5 stars by 5697 OpenTable diners.

Di Pescara 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 82 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

2124 Northbrook Ct, Northbrook, IL 60062

Additional information

Cross street
Facing Lake Cook Rd midway between Neiman Marcus and Shopper's Find.
Neighborhood
Northbrook
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 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
Seafood, Italian, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Convenient curb-side carryout and a free public parking lot is available.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mychael Bonner
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.di-pescara.com/
Phone number
(847) 498-4321
Catering
Seal important business deals when you order from our crowd pleasing Office Catering Menu. Call 847-498-4321 or email Lara Jones with Special Events and Meetings for more information at DiPescaraParties@leye.com.
Private party facilities
Many guests are surprised to find out the Di Pescara has three distinctly different private rooms. With seating from 10 - 250 people, consider Di Pescara when planning your next social or business event. Seal important business deals when you order from our crowd pleasing Office Catering Menu.

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Di Pescara

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menu

Bar Happy Hour

skirt steak

chicken parmesan

Chicken alla Parmigiana

Appetizers

Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup$6.00

Spinach Artichoke Arancini$8.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$10.00

Chicken Meatballs$12.00

Shrimp Cocktail$15.00

Grilled Calamari Giardiniera$17.00

Fried Calamari Marinara$17.00

Tuna Tartare$17.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$16.00

Sushi & Poké

Sweet Potato Roll$11.00

Shrimp Tempura Roll$14.00

Spicy Tuna Roll$15.00

California Roll$16.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy Sushi Rice$15.00

Tuna & Salmon Poké Bowl$22.00

Sandwiches

Uncle Paulie's Cheeseburger$19.00

Grilled Turkey Burger$18.00

Salads

Traditional Caesar$14.00

Our Chopped$14.00

Orchard$14.00

Classic Seafood Chop$34.00

Salad Add-Ons

Grilled Chicken$6.00

Grilled Shrimp$8.00

Grilled Salmon$9.00

Avocado$3.00

Fresh Fish & Seafood

Idaho Rainbow Trout$32.00

Almond-Crusted Whitefish$23.00

Horseradish-Crusted Whitefish$23.00

Sea Scallop Piccata$36.00

Barbecued Ginger Salmon$24.00

Mediterranean Branzino$35.00

Parmesan-crusted Shrimp Oreganata$26.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$36.00

Chicken

Chicken alla Parmigiana$26.00

Chicken Milanese$26.00

Chicken Giardiniera$26.00

Pasta

Gnocchi Alla Vodka$22.00

Spaghetti & meatballs$25.00

Four-Cheese Ravioli$24.00

Mezze Rigatoni$25.00

Steaks

12 oz. USDA Prime Chopped Steak$24.00

8 oz. Red Wine-braised Short Ribs$36.00

12 oz. Skirt Steak$42.00

8 oz. Filet Mignon$46.00

Sides

Side Pasta$9.00

Sesame Green Beans$8.00

Roasted Sweet Corn with peppadew peppers$9.00

Roasted Brussels sprouts$9.00

Fries$7.00

Baked Sweet Potato$8.00

Parmesan-Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Sautéed Spinach$8.00

Sautéed Broccolini$10.00

Dessert

Homer's Peppermint Ice Cream$9.00

Homer's Vanilla Ice Cream$9.00

Key Lime Pie$9.00

Valrhona Chocolate Mousse Cake$10.00

Apple Crostata$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews