Best Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar in Chicago

Mimmo Rot

As an Italian living in the U.S., I can say this place is truly special. The food is outstanding, made with top-quality ingredients, many imported directly from Italy. Chef Daniele, originally from Sardinia, perfectly combines authentic Italian flavors with Sardinian touches. The octopus was tender inside and crispy ... outside — simply amazing — and the suckling pig was cooked to perfection, soft and full of flavor. Great atmosphere and excellent service. Definitely deserves 5 stars! Read More

Ian

Loved the octopus as an appetizer to share (too much for one person)! The bread with olive paste was amazing. The waiters were very friendly and caring.

David Jagrosse

Everything tasted fantastic and was presented beautifully. Staff was very attentive friendly and on spot. I wil definitely be back here to explore the menu. Had oysters and Caesar salad Out door seating was perfect for people watching but private enough to eat in peace safely

adriana carvalho

Amazing experience! The octopus appetizer was perfectly cooked, and the mushroom risotto with a glass of white wine was outstanding. Great service, excellent food, and very fair prices. Highly recommended in Chicago!

Anne Chiao

Nora is an absolute gem! Every dish was bursting with flavor - Italian with a delightful Mediterranean twist. We started with the calamari, hummus, burrata, and charcuterie board, all perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. The goat cheese salad and Caesar salad were both mouth watering. The branzino was fresh, ... flavorful, and flaky, the short rib agnolotti rich and comforting, and the chicken dish was incredible. And don’t even get me started on dessert! The baklava with pistachio ice gelato, cannoli, and tiramisu were all heavenly. Every bite was perfection. Best to come with a group and get family style so you can try a bit of everything. Don’t miss out on this spot it’s a true culinary treasure! I was so busy enjoying I only got a picture of the dessert spread, but I will sure be back! Read More

Lashana Cato

Beautiful restaurant kind staff that are very attentive the food was great. We stumbled in this restaurant under dressed and was welcomed seated bass was delicious.

Local Love

The best service hands down! My wife and I were staying across the street at another hotel and we went to Nora’s for an evening glass of wine, which turned into me having their Baklava and my wife having their Seada which are both amazing deserts. The service at Nora’s was especially on par with the entire staff ... really showing that they care about their patrons. Also I forgot to mention after having desert we ordered two of their Americano coffees which were delicious. We crossed the street to visit Nora’s twice while we were here in Chicago visiting and will definitely be back when we come back to the Chi again. Thanks Nora for the hospitality! Read More

Leah Nagy

After a walking Murder Mystery tour in Chicago, this place was a welcome and refreshing treat! The atmosphere is so neat - beautiful decorations on the ceiling, patterned tile on the floor, mood lighting, etc. The food is delicious 🤤 I can’t recall what my friends ordered, but my tuna tartare was soooooo ... goooood. One of of party has a dairy allergy and is sensitive to gluten, and our waitress just told her to tell her what she would like and they would check with the kitchen. They were able to make her food without butter and ensuring there was no cross contamination. She was so relieved! There did seem to be some confusion on who our waitress was but it all sorted out in the end. Highly recommend you to stop in and give this place a try! Read More

Tejasvi Peesay

This restaurant is unique and so so delicious! It’s not your typical run of the mill Italian — they have delicious pasta dishes that I’ve never had anywhere else. I’m really not sure why there are low ratings because the flavors here are outstanding. I’ve been here twice now and can see this being a staple in my ... restaurant rotation. And the staff are so down to earth and friendly. Just go, you’ll love it. Read More