Amici-Chicago is a charming, Black- and women-owned restaurant located in the heart of Chicago, dedicated to serving comfort food that delights the senses. With a menu featuring an array of unique dishes, such as their famous arancini stuffed with flavors like butter chicken curry and jerk chicken, Amici-Chicago invites guests to explore a fusion of tastes. The welcoming atmosphere and wheelchair-accessible seating make it a perfect spot for solo dining or quick bites. With rave reviews underscoring the quality of the food and the warmth of the owners, dining here promises a satisfying experience for everyone.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
From the business
Identifies as Black-owned
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Paid street parking
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Reviews For Amici-Chicago
Nick Osborne
Apr 14,2025
What a fun hole in the wall place. Owner is from Italy and was a fun and friendly guy. Food was great. Get the flight of them and try them all. Share with the family. Don't get stuck with just one flavor.
Snehal (thefoodblogie)
Mar 13,2025
Loved the place! The food was soo good! Multiple option for vegetarian peps! Some of the dishes have the perfect combo of Italian and Indian food! Weekends they have the flight specials so totally worth it. They have dips on the side too which mostly are vegetarian. They have chicken, beef, vegetarian options. Cozy place, fun spot to hangout with friends. You get to talk to the owner too incase it’s less busy. Super quick with the service!! Will be coming here back soon! Posted more on @thefoodblogie
Allison L.
Feb 24,2025
Really good food, I liked the jerk chicken ball, house salad, seasoned fries, and corn salad. All are really good and the owners are so very nice. They're really helpful and kind, explaining everything.
Stacy A
Feb 6,2025
Wow, this place is great! If you love arancini, you’re in for a treat—Amici serves up these delicious Sicilian rice balls in a variety of global flavors. Arancini are crispy, golden-fried balls of risotto, often stuffed with cheese, meat, or other flavorful fillings, making them the perfect combination of crunchy and creamy.At Amici, you can get a full-size arancini (try the classic Italian arancino) for 8, which comes with a side. Or, if you want to mix and match, go for five smaller arancini with two sides for 20. Sides include fries, house salad, pasta salad, or corn salad.The atmosphere is small and the service very friendly—perfect for a casual date night or a relaxed meal with friends. A true gem of a local spot!
Papa Patty
Jan 22,2025
There has only been two times in my life that I’ve cried over how good food is. This was one of them.The owner of the shop definitely puts his heart and soul into his dishes. The atmosphere was so calming and I appreciated the fact that the music was at a good volume to hear your conversations.This place is definitely something coming back to. If I am ever back in the area, this is definitely my go-to for food.
Ashley Brey
Jan 15,2025
Fabulous! The man who owns this place is the sweetest and I will be back many times. Food is delicious and a steal for the price. He gave us a taste of the jambalaya as well…and OMG!!! Delicious
Sena Bui
Jan 5,2025
Really delicious spin on an assortment of different food cultures including Ethiopian, Italian, Mexican, Indian, and so on. Food tastes almost like home! And the owners are so sweet and nice
Alihi Volsteadt
Jan 2,2025
Very cute cafe style restaurant! A limited but SO good menu of unique arancini. I was really impressed with both the flavors and the sauce that came with them. I love Ethiopian food and the doro-wat arancini was phenomenal and the flavors were spot on to what I know and love.
Reviews For Amici-Chicago