the Albert

4.3

900 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

The art of simplicity – creating Italian inspired dishes with focus on fresh ingredients, creative recipes and presentations that tease the senses. Twirled onto a fork, an array of homemade pastas inspired by traditional recipes.

the Albert is a playground for the senses, where guests revel in the season’s finest offerings and peak flavors in a room filled with self-discovery—from science novels and vintage copper pots to Surrealist murals along the walls. the Albert showcases an ultra-seasonal menu—selecting high quality, locally sourced ingredients, from both nearby farms and the urban, rooftop garden program that sits atop the building. This garden captures Chef Chiappetti's culinary vision, where he takes farm-to-table to a whole other level—integrating nature and seasonality and bringing freshness to the dishes he creates.

Dining areas

Additional information

Location
228 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611
Phone number
(312) 471-3883
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sun 7:00 am–1:30 pm Bar Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available for $14.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Steve Chiappetti

Experiences

Pi Day
$35.00 per person
Mar 14, 2025 only
Pi Day Friday, March 14, 2025 6:30-9:00pm $35 per person Location: Emmy Noether Room Come celebrate Pi day with a cooking demo and wine tasting revolving around the day. Watch chef Maribel Areas make all things around pies, from the chicken pot pie to a double dark pecan pie. Creative cocktail class with Patrick will make the experience truly fun.
Italian Easter Menu
$60.00 per person
Apr 20, 2025 only
Italian Easter Menu April 20, 2025 $60 per person Inspired by the flowers beginning to bloom and fresh vibrant tastes from the garden, Chef Chiappetti celebrates the occasion of Easter at The Albert. Enjoy a sampling from our anti-pasta buffet, then ordering a main course, and finish by indulging from our delicious sweets table. A time for family and friends to gather and celebrate the holiday. Anti Pasti Buffet Roasted mint carrots, Sicilian mushrooms, Asparagus with aged balsamic, Italian olives, Shaved salumi, Italian cheeses, Fig jam, Crackers, Frittata, Spiral Ham, Cheese tortellini with fresh basil tomato sauce Full Buffet Carving Station Roasted turkey Herb crusted prime ribeye Honey glazed ham Seared pacific coast salmon Grilled lamb chops Dishes Cioppino Roasted garlic chicken Garlic broccolini Oven roasted lemon potatoes Lasagna Sweet Table Assorted cakes, Assorted pies, Cannoli’s dark chocolate brownies, Butter cookies, Hazelnut mousse bar
Mother's Day Brunch
$60.00 per person
May 11, 2025 only
Mother’s Day Brunch Menu May 11, 2025 $60 per person Mother’s Day is a special time for me, honoring the woman who inspired me to become the Chef I am today. In that spirit, I have created an experience for you and your family. Come enjoy the holiday and taste your way thru mom’s favorites. Anti Pasti Buffet Roasted mint carrots, Sicilian mushrooms, Asparagus with aged balsamic, Italian olives Shaved salumi, Italian cheeses, Fig jam, Crackers, Nuts, Frittata, Spiral ham, Cheese tortellini with fresh basil tomato sauce Menu to choose from Eggs benedict, Lemon ricotta pancakes, Roasted turkey, Herb crusted prime ribeye, Gnocchi, Seared pacific coast salmon, Grilled lamb chops Sweet Table Assorted cakes, Assorted pies, Cannoli’s dark chocolate brownies, Butter cookies, Hazelnut mousse bar

Salumi$19.00
MKT selected Italian meats and cheeses, fig jam, cerignola olives
Crostini$17.00
assorted mushrooms, garlic chips, chili flake, rosemary, ricotta honey smear
Mussels$15.00
PEI, braised in spicy 'Nduja broth
Vendura$17.00
curried cauliflower, hazelnut green beans, roasted peppers
Polenta Board$19.00
corn meal, butter, parmesan, two chef sauces of the day

Anti Pasta

Crudo$17.00
seared ahi tuna, Calabrian chili aioli
Fennel$12.00
cerinola olives, orange, toasted almonds, white balsamic dressing
Artichoke$13.00
fried, lemon gremolata, hot house arugula
Arugula$12.00
mushrooms, focaccia crumbs, truffle honey dressing, goat cheese
Scallop$21.00
tart apple, corn, truffle honey, micro greens

Pasta

Risotto$22.00
blend of maitake, portabella, enoki mushrooms, EVO, butter, asiago
Spaghetti$26.00
spicy shrimp, peppers, garlic, basil, pinot grigio butter, parmesan
Tagliatelle$24.00
pasta, braised veal, beef, pancetta, chianti reduction, parmigiana
Garginelle$21.00
fresh tomato, garlic, pesto
Ravioli$24.00
3 cheese, white truffle cream sauce, marsala glaze

Primi

Whitefish$33.00
scallop, shrimp, mussels, fennel saffron broth
Chicken$34.00
garlic chips, grapes, new potatoes, rosemary
Albert's$44.00
featured cut, balsamic rosemary cipollini onions
Pork Chop$32.00
parmesan crust, caper berries, blistered rainbow tomatoes, balsamic glaze
Lamb Chops$34.00
stuffed with pesto, lentils, chianti reduction

Sides

Layered Caramelized Onion Bacon Potato Torte$7.00
Prosciutto Asparagus Spears, Aged Balsamic Glaze$8.00
Broccolini with Toasted Garlic and Chili Oil$7.00
Mushrooms, Chili, Herb Crumbs$7.00
Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Parmesan Cheese$7.00

Dolce

Emmy's$11.00
torched marshmallow, layered gelato, olive oil cake
Chocolate$10.00
72% chocolate nut bomb, flourless cake, candied hazelnuts
Lemon$11.00
tart, Sea salted caramel
Brulee$10.00
vanilla bean, almond cookie crumble
Sorbetti$11.00
daily house made fruit ice

Classic Cocktails

Old Fashioned$15.00
Elijah Craig, Demerara Syrup, Orange Bitter, Angostura Bitters, Orange Peel
Martini$15.00
Grey Goose or Bombay Dry, Vya Dry Vermouth, Pimento or Bleu Cheese Olives
Manhattan$15.00
High West Rye, Vya Sweet Vermouth, Orange Bitters, Angostura Bitters, Brandied Cherries
French 75$15.00
Sipsmith Gin, Simple Syrup, Lemon, Prosecco
Margarita$15.00
Tapitio Blanco, Lime Juice, Agave

Dessert Cocktails

Espresso Martini$15.00
Grey Goose Vodka, Cynar, Simple Syrup, Espresso
Banana Foster$15.00
Disaronno Liqueur, Matusalem Rum, Cream, Tempus Fugit Crème De Banane, Lemon Juice, Egg White

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Ruggeri | Prosecco | Veneto, Italy$12.00

White Wine

Veiga Naum | Albarino$10.00
Olianas | Vermentino di Sardegna$11.00
Moreau & Fils | Chardonnay$16.00
Gilgal | Sauvignon Blanc$12.00
Kokomo Valley | Chardonnay$14.00

Red Wine

Nicolas Potel | Bourgogne Pinot Noir$14.00
Montaribaldi | Nebbiolo, Langhe DOC$12.00
Dom Corne Loup | Cotes du Rhone$11.00
Capezzana | Barco Reale di Carmignano$11.00
Altocedro | Cabernet Sauvignon$14.00

Wine by the Bottle

Sparkling Wine

Hermann J. Wiemer Cuvee | Traditional Blend | Brut | New Mexico, United States | NV$108.00
Chateau d'Esclans Whispering Angel | Rose | Vins de Pays d'Oc | Cotes de Provence, France | NV$83.00

Crisp Whites

Ca dei Frati Lugana Bianco | Trebbiano Blend | Lombardy, Italy | 2017$65.00
Vietti | Arneis | Roero, Piedmont, Italy | 2018$64.00
Gilgal | Sauvignon Blanc | Israel | 2018$60.00

Silky Whites

Chappellet | Chenin Blanc | Napa Valley, California | 2013$118.00
Domaine Gramenon | Viognier | Cotes du Rhone, France | 2014$74.00
J Moreau & Fils | Chablis | Burgundy, France | 2020$81.00

Full Whites

Jean - Marc Brocard | Chardonnay | Chablis, Burgundy, France | 2018$68.00
Inama | Garganega | Soave Classico, Veneto, Italy | 2016$105.00
Mayacamus | Chardonnay | Napa Valley, California | 2014$156.00

Light Reds

Domaine Chofflet - Valdenaire | Gamay | Cote du Py les Grands Mises, Morgon, France | 2017$95.00
Au Bon Climat | Pinot Noir | Santa Maria Valley, California | 2015$105.00
Shea Estate | Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley, Oregon | 2015$148.00

Medium Reds

Raymond Reserve | Merlot | Napa Valley, California | 2017$108.00
Chateau Armandiere | Malbec | Cahors, Occitanie, France | 2016$68.00
Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva | Sangiovese | Chianti Classico, Italy | 2015$149.00

Bold Reds

Chateau Lescalle | Bordeaux Blend | Bordeaux, France | 2012$72.00
NV 15 Cain Cuvee | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley, California | 2014$128.00
Colome Altura Maxima | Malbec | Salta, Argentina | 2015$320.00

What 900 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Albert offers a captivating dining experience with "delicious food" and a "vibrant atmosphere." Guests rave about the "amazing staff," particularly servers like Steve who elevate the dining experience. The polenta board and olive oil cake are highlights. Perfect for special occasions with its "unique and stylish ambiance."

900 Reviews

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Jan VIP
Chicago39 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We ate brunch there and I had the frittata. It was 🙂 t a frittata, but a flat egg dish with mushrooms and feta on top. My girlfriend had the chicken and waffles which looked good but the menu said it was a half chicken and she only got chicken wings. Good mimosas!!
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Barbara VIP
Chicago5 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Now been to The Albert several times, this weekend was first time service was below expectation. Have had really good service in the past both at the bar and at a table. This waiter was different than prior visits and though he didn't do anything specifically wrong, he was simply not very attentive or personable, we had to chase him to get the bill. Service has to align to the prices...great food has to come with great service or its not worth the price. And PLEASE offer the pizzas on your menu, they are so good!!
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Leslie VIP
Chicago112 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and we enjoyed the creative cocktails. Our server gave us great wine suggestions too. This was my first time here and I will definitely return!
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Chip VIP
Detroit1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you for going above and beyond to make our sons birthday experience one to remember.
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Ryan
San Francisco1 review
2.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The service was great. My group was bothered by a group that sat next to us smelling like smoke and listening to our conversation at times. The other annoying part was the bathroom was on the third floor of the hotel
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Tiffany
Memphis/West TN3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite places in Chicago. We went to The Albert for our anniversary dinner and it was amazing from beginning to end. The food was amazing and the staff were so nice. They even signed a card with well wishes and congratulations on our 15 year anniversary. Elizabeth was a superb server and Maribel and company made our meals to perfection. If you haven’t already please be sure to check out the Albert you won’t be disappointed!
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Maricela
Chicago4 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious. Service was ok. He was very nice but water wasn't refilled until I asked and he really didn't check on the table until food was being served. In all fairness, he seemed to be working the room with 2 other wait staff. But an overall good choice. I would recommend.
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Elias
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambience and great food! Very cool design!!!
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Paris
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our family frequents The Albert! The customer service is beyond impeccable and the entire dining experience is absolutely wonderful!!!! Exceptional dining at its finest…
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Jennifer
Grand Rapids2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, unique decor, amazing service. It was a great atmosphere for dinner that was a mix of casual business and social. We will be back!
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FAQs

the Albert offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 471-3883.

the Albert is rated 4.3 stars by 900 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

228 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(312) 471-3883
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sun 7:00 am–1:30 pm Bar Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking is available for $14.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Steve Chiappetti

the Albert

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Pi Day

Italian Easter Menu

Mother's Day Brunch

Shared Items

Salumi$19.00

Crostini$17.00

Mussels$15.00

Vendura$17.00

Polenta Board$19.00

Anti Pasta

Crudo$17.00

Fennel$12.00

Artichoke$13.00

Arugula$12.00

Scallop$21.00

Pasta

Risotto$22.00

Spaghetti$26.00

Tagliatelle$24.00

Garginelle$21.00

Ravioli$24.00

Primi

Whitefish$33.00

Chicken$34.00

Albert's$44.00

Pork Chop$32.00

Lamb Chops$34.00

Sides

Layered Caramelized Onion Bacon Potato Torte$7.00

Prosciutto Asparagus Spears, Aged Balsamic Glaze$8.00

Broccolini with Toasted Garlic and Chili Oil$7.00

Mushrooms, Chili, Herb Crumbs$7.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Parmesan Cheese$7.00

Dolce

Emmy's$11.00

Chocolate$10.00

Lemon$11.00

Brulee$10.00

Sorbetti$11.00

Classic Cocktails

Old Fashioned$15.00

Martini$15.00

Manhattan$15.00

French 75$15.00

Margarita$15.00

Dessert Cocktails

Espresso Martini$15.00

Banana Foster$15.00

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Ruggeri | Prosecco | Veneto, Italy$12.00

White Wine

Veiga Naum | Albarino$10.00

Olianas | Vermentino di Sardegna$11.00

Moreau & Fils | Chardonnay$16.00

Gilgal | Sauvignon Blanc$12.00

Kokomo Valley | Chardonnay$14.00

Red Wine

Nicolas Potel | Bourgogne Pinot Noir$14.00

Montaribaldi | Nebbiolo, Langhe DOC$12.00

Dom Corne Loup | Cotes du Rhone$11.00

Capezzana | Barco Reale di Carmignano$11.00

Altocedro | Cabernet Sauvignon$14.00

Wine by the Bottle

Sparkling Wine

Hermann J. Wiemer Cuvee | Traditional Blend | Brut | New Mexico, United States | NV$108.00

Chateau d'Esclans Whispering Angel | Rose | Vins de Pays d'Oc | Cotes de Provence, France | NV$83.00

Crisp Whites

Ca dei Frati Lugana Bianco | Trebbiano Blend | Lombardy, Italy | 2017$65.00

Vietti | Arneis | Roero, Piedmont, Italy | 2018$64.00

Gilgal | Sauvignon Blanc | Israel | 2018$60.00

Silky Whites

Chappellet | Chenin Blanc | Napa Valley, California | 2013$118.00

Domaine Gramenon | Viognier | Cotes du Rhone, France | 2014$74.00

J Moreau & Fils | Chablis | Burgundy, France | 2020$81.00

Full Whites