Formento's · Restaurant · Chicago
Wood-fired Italian steakhouse with Nonna Formento's family recipes on Randolph Street in the West Loop
Formento's is an Italian steakhouse in the West Loop that blends Chicago's steakhouse heritage with the flavors of Italy. It opened on Randolph Street in 2015 as a tribute to Nonna Formento, and Executive Chef David Schwartz backs her family recipes with a serious kitchen and an even more serious wine and reserve-spirits program.
Steaks and chops come off a wood-fired hearth: a 45-day dry-aged bone-in ribeye, a bone-in filet and a bistecca alla Fiorentina sized for the table, finished with butters like 'nduja or black truffle. The raw bar runs from oysters and chilled shrimp cocktail to a grand seafood tower built for three or four.
The Italian side of the menu keeps the family recipes front and center. Nonna Formento's canestri arrives in Sunday Gravy with fennel sausage, meatball and ricotta, the chicken parmesan comes with pomodoro and mozzarella, and the veal Milanese is a 14oz chop under arugula and Grana Padano. Bucatini cacio e pepe and paccheri in vodka sauce round out a menu made for ordering across the table.
Dinner starts at 4:30pm every night, running to 9pm Sunday through Thursday and 10pm on Friday and Saturday, with happy hour in the bar, lounge and patio until 6pm. The wine list and reserve-spirits list reward anyone who wants to settle in, work through the list, and stay past the second course.
Address: 925 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago
Formento's takes reservations through OpenTable. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in Chicago; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 16:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 16:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 16:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 16:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 16:30 - 22:00
- Saturday: 16:30 - 22:00
- Sunday: 16:30 - 21:00
Frequently asked about Formento's
How do I get a reservation at Formento's in Chicago?
Tables at Formento's are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Chicago plan, our Chicago team handles the nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Formento's?
Formento's is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Formento's?
Formento's keeps an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Formento's located?
Formento's is in Chicago, at 925 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607. MyRSVP can build it into a full Chicago itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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