Authentic Taste of Italy
Bringing authentic Italian cuisine to the heart of West Lakeview, Sal’s Trattoria is a family-friendly neighborhood restaurant. It is the combined vision of Partner Joseph Arnold, Manager/Partner Preston Owen and Chef/Partner Allen Sternweiler, who also own and operate the acclaimed Butcher & the Burger in Chicago’s Lincoln Park.
Chef Sternweiler, among the city’s most respected culinary leaders, pays homage to classic Italian fare on Sal’s well-rounded menu, serving house made antipasti, salads, pastas, entrees and more. The restaurant is open for dinner six days a week (closed Mondays) and brunch on Sundays, providing a charming dining experience for both the surrounding neighborhood and all those who appreciate a finely prepared Italian meal.
Antipasti
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MEATBALLS 7
Marinara
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SHRIMP PARMESAN 13
Garlic, Lemon
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*GRILLED CALAMARI 13
Capers, Tomatoes, Lemon, Olive Oil
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Jumbo Lump CRABCAKE 15
Spicy Aioli
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*MUSSELS 13
Italian Sausage, Tomato, White Wine, Chili Flakes
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*BEEF CARPACCIO 14
Arugula, Capers, Red Onion, Tomato, Pepper-Pecorino
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*Mascarpone POLENTA 13
Wild Mushroom Ragu
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*BURRATA 13
Charred Pear, Pesto, Pine Nuts
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*SAL'S ITALIAN WHITE BEANS 10
Smoked Ham Ragu
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*Denotes a gluten-free menu item, or an item that may be modified to be gluten-free.
Zuppe + Insalate
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*SAL'S MINESTRONE 6
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*CAESAR SALAD 8
Anchovy, Croutons
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*SPINACH + ARUGULA SALAD 9
Pancetta, Apple, Gorgonzola, Fennel, Orange, Sherry Vinaigrette
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*BEET SALAD 8
Goat Cheese, Arugula, Red Onion, Beet Vinaigrette
Pasta
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SPAGHETTI + MEATBALLS 18
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*RIGATONI BOLOGNESE 18
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*FETTUCCINI CARBONARA 18
Pancetta, Egg Yolk
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RAVIOLI 29
Oxtail, Mushrooms, Goat Cheese, Black Truffle
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*SPAGHETTI CACIO E PEPE 16
Lemon Zest
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*LINGUINI FRA DIAVOLO 24
Shrimp, Calabrian Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Lemon Cream
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*SPAGHETTI AMATRICIANA 21
Pork Shoulder, Marinara, Chili Flakes
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*Denotes a gluten-free menu item, or an item that may be modified to be gluten-free.
Piatti Principali
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GNOCCHI 19
Crispy Prosciutto, Mushrooms, Marinara
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CHICKEN PARMESAN 19
Spaghetti Marinara
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*Rainbow TROUT PICATTA 21
Artichokes, Sundried Tomato
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*Roasted SALMON 26
Green Beans, Shallots, Pancetta, Lemon, Capers
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CHICKEN CACCIATORE 23
Mascarpone Polenta
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Braised LAMB SHANK 37
Gnocchi, Artichokes
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*Denotes a gluten-free menu item, or an item that may be modified to be gluten-free.
Dolici
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GELATO 6
Housemade, Daily Selection
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CAPPUCINO PANNA COTTA 6
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TIRAMISU 9
Saffron- Vanilla Sauce
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OLIVE OIL CAKE 7
Sweet Ricotta
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FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE 8
Sambuca-Vanilla Sauce, Whipped Cream
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TORTA di LIMON 7
Raspberry Sauce, Whipped Cream
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DOLCE GORGONZOLA 12
Seasonal Garnish
Kids
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SPAGHETTI MARINARA 6
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SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL 7
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FETTUCINI ALFREDO 6
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RIGATONI BOLOGNESE 7
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GNOCCHI 6
Butter, Parmesan
(All kid’s meals include a scoop of our housemade gelato for dessert!)
Vino Bianchi
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Vigneti Pinot Grigio 2017 8 / 30
Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
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PIEROPAN Soave Classico Garganega 2017 11 / 42
Veneto DOC, Italy
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Bortoluzzi Sauvignon Blanc 2016 12 / 46
Friuli-Venezia Giulia IGT, Italy
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La Scolca ``White Label`` Gavi 2017 12 / 46
Gavi DOCG, Italy
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Antinori Bramito Della Sala Chardonnay 2016 13 / 49
Umbria IGT, Italy
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J. HOFSTATTER PINOT GRIGIO 2017 40
Trentino Alto Adige DOC, Italy
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SUAVIA ``Monte Carbonare`` Garganega 2016 62
Veneto DOC, Italy
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ROGER & DIDIER RAIMBAULT Sancerre 2017 55
Loire Valley, France
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William Fevre Champs Royaux Chablis 2017 57
Burgundy, France
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FROG'S LEAP CHARDONNAY 2016 59
Napa Valley, California
Vino Rosato
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FRESCOBALDI ALIE 2017 11 / 42
Toscano IGT, Italy
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DOMAINES OTT ``BY.OTT`` 2017 48
Provence, France
Vino Bolle
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Lamberti Prosecco DOC NV 10 / 38
Veneto VSQA, Italy
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Cesarini Sforsa Brut Rose NV 58
Trentino DOC, Italy
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POL ROGER BRUT RESERVE NV 100
Champagne, France
Vino Rossi
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Gala Montepulciano 2016 9 / 34
Abruzzo DOC, Italy
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Badia al Coltibuono Chianti Classico 2016 11 / 42
Tuscany DOCG, Italy
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Marchesi di Gresy Barbera d'Asti 2016 12 / 46
Piedmont DOCG, Italy
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AIA VECCHIA LAGONE ``Super Tuscan`` 2015 13 / 49
Tuscany IGT, Italy
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LANDMARK OVERLOOK PINOT NOIR 2015 13 / 49
Sonoma, Monterey, San Benito, California
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Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 12 / 46
North Coast, California
Vino RISERVA
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MASERIA LI VELI Susumaniello 2016 56
Puglia IGT, Italy
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PELISSERO PIANI Barbera d'Alba 2014 58
Piedmont DOC, Italy
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Travaglini Gattinara 2013 60
Piedmont DOCG, Italy
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Casaloste Chianti Classico Reserva 2013 68
Tuscany DOCG, Italy
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LE MACCHIOLE Bolgheri Rosso ``Super Tuscan`` 2016 64
Tuscany IGT, Italy
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Gaja Ca' Marcanda ``Magari`` ``Super Tuscan`` 2016 138
Tuscany IGT, Italy
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FontanaFreddo ``Silver Label`` Barolo 2013 76
Piedmont DOCG, Italy
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CASTIGLION DEL BOSCO Brunello di Montalcino 2015 90
Tuscany DOCG, Italy
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Prunotto Barbaresco 2013 96
Barbaresco DOCG, Italy
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TOMMASI AMARONE Della VALPOLICELLA Classico 2013 132
Veneto DOCG, Italy
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Terlan Monticol Pinot Noir Reserva 2014 92
Alto Adige DOC, Italy
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FREEMAN ``AKIKO'S CUVEE`` Pinot Noir 2015 130
Sonoma Coast, California
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Long Shadows ``Saggi`` Red Blend 2015 112
Columbia Valley, Washington
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DUCKHORN MERLOT 2015 78
Napa Valley, California
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AMAVI CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2015 64
Walla Walla, Washington
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Faust Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 95
Napa Valley, California