Couples and families in the western suburbs frequent this straight-forward Italian restaurant. Pasta is served in more than a dozen ways, from penne with salmon to rigatoni in brandy-cream sauce; soups, salads and antipastos also come in a wide variety. The restaurant takes reservations only at lunch, sometimes yielding very long waits at dinner.
This upscale restaurant focuses on and serves a northern Italian cuisine. Expect the average entrée to cost $12 to $20, and dress casual, but fashionable.
Atmosphere: The facility has an authentic décor enhanced by murals and flowers and plants. The restaurant is cheerful -- patroned by all kinds of people.
More Reasons to Go: There is background music while you dine. Appetito is appropriate (if not ideal) for anniversaries and other romantic evenings.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner. There`s a Sunday brunch.A full selection of alcoholic beverages are served.
Details to Note: Reservations are not accepted. Carryout is available. Smoking is not permitted. Entrances and walkways are wheelchair friendly. Parking has been arranged for customers.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club and Discover
Hours of Operation: Mondays thru Fridays noon thru 10p, Saturdays & Sundays 11a thru 10p
