Welcome to Gusto Italiano
Gusto Italiano in Glenview, IL offers a classic Italian dining experience with a cozy atmosphere and impeccable service. Known for their outstanding lamb chops, mouthwatering short ribs, and flavorful chicken parmesan, this restaurant is a favorite among families and wine enthusiasts. The knowledgeable staff provides excellent wine recommendations, creating a delightful dining experience. With a blend of traditional Italian cuisine and a touch of old-school charm, Gusto Italiano is a must-visit for those craving authentic Italian flavors in a welcoming setting.
- 1834 Glenview Rd Glenview, IL 600251834 Glenview Rd Glenview, IL 60025 Hotline: (847) 729-5444
Welcome to Gusto Italiano, a charming Italian restaurant nestled in Glenview, Illinois, at 1834 Glenview Rd. With a dedicated phone line at (847) 729-5444, Gusto Italiano is the embodiment of authentic Italian cuisine, delivering a delightful experience that captures the essence of traditional dining.
As you step inside, the ambiance transports you to Italy, with classic tunes by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin enveloping you in warmth and nostalgia. The old-school vibe pairs harmoniously with a menu that boasts an impressive selection of both classic and innovative dishes, ensuring there’s something delectable for everyone.
Start your meal with the Grilled Octopus, perfectly cooked to tenderness and elegantly complemented by potatoes, shallots, spinach, and a hint of lemon. Priced at $21.00, this gluten-free appetizer sets a high standard for the culinary journey ahead. For a comforting warm-up, the Eggplant Rollatini and Salsicca Pepperonata come highly recommended and showcase Gusto Italiano's flair for balancing flavors.
When it comes to pasta, Gusto Italiano excels in variety and quality. Each dish is made fresh in-house, allowing diners to choose their favorite pasta type—whether it be angel hair or rigatoni—and pair it with an array of rich sauces. The Carbonara, featuring pancetta and peas, and the Baked Ziti Al Forno, with molten cheeses and a hearty marinara, are must-tries that promise to delight both the senses and the palate.
Patrons rave about the generous portions here. One must try the Chicken Parmesan, a signature Italian dish, served with a side of penne that invites you to savor every bite. Or experience the satisfaction of the gnocchi, which is perfectly balanced in portion to leave you fulfilled but not overly stuffed. It’s clear from the reviews that Gusto Italiano doesn’t skimp on quality or quantity.
Beyond the food, the service at Gusto is often highlighted. Customers appreciate the knowledgeable waitstaff, who provide thoughtful recommendations to enhance the dining experience. Whether it’s pairing a wonderful wine or adjusting menu items to meet individual preferences, the staff’s dedication shines through.
For dessert, Gusto Italiano continues to impress, ensuring that their menu remains a delightful adventure. It’s a place where not only the food speaks, but also the connections shared over meals. Regular diners cherish the consistent quality and welcoming atmosphere that makes them feel like family.
Join the ranks of thrilled diners at Gusto Italiano, where every meal is a celebration of Italian culture, hospitality, and extraordinary flavors. A trip to Gusto isn’t just a meal; it’s an experience. Make your reservation today!

Best lamb chops ever! We both ordered them. Delicious!!! And the soups - minestrone and chicken sausage - both excellent. Lovely space, good service. If you haven't been here absolutely try it. Every time my daughter and grandson come to visit me in Chicago come to Gustos in Glenview. The short ribs and ravioli tonight were outstanding. And Conrad, who is our waiter, is just a wonderful human being and a terrific server. I would love to eat here every night.

We were going to order a bottle of wine when our waiter said our choice of Meomi Pinot noir was kind of "light," so he recommended another (Sea something or other). Glad we listened. The wine was lip-smacking good! We had a wonderful conversation with our waiter about different wines. He was VERY knowledgeable and offered some other recommendations. We both had pasta: arribiata wasn't too spicy. My choice was carbonara. It was listed as chicken carbonara but I requested no chicken. No problem. Pasta had peas (love it) and pancetta (ditto) but the menu said it was served with an Alfredo sauce. Real carbonara is made with egg yolk and cheese so I'm taking one star off for saying it was served with Alfredo. I love the white fish here and get it often. We had the octopus appetizer. Good but perhaps just a touch over cooked but the portion was so huge that the majority of our pastas were boxed up and taken home, as was a hunk of octopus. Seems like all portions are huge. Entrees come with soup or salad. I think they need to extend their hours beyond 8 pm. 8 o'clock in Italy is a typical dinner hour, not closing time. Lots of people like to eat later. All pastas are made in house. You can choose what type of pasta you want (spaghetti, penne, ravioli, etc) and your sauce ( marinara, pesto, olio y aglio, etc). Really like this place. Food is consistently good.

Another solid dinner at Gusto. I've come here several times with the family and we've never been disappointed. The restaurant has an old school feel, with classic voices of the past playing overhead as you eat. Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Andy Williams all taking you back to yesteryear. My chicken parmesan was very moist and flavorful, perfectly cooked with hot mozzarella and Parmesan melted all over the top. It came with penne pasta in marinara sauce, a very traditional accompaniment. My son loves their fettuccine Alfredo which he orders every time. This is normally a rich dish wherever you get it, but Gusto's has a great balance of well seasoned creaminess without being clumpy or oily, which seems to happen too often at restaurants. My daughter's gnocchi in marinara was very tasty. The total portion size was very large but the potato dumplings were small enough so that 4 or 5 bites didn't quickly make her feel stuffed. There's plenty in the dish so after eating over half of it, she still had plenty to take home for the next day. Each entree comes with soup or salad which seems harder and harder to find these days as you have to order a salad in addition to your entree. Prices are definitely reasonable for the amount of food you get. Gusto is a very tasty Italian meal and a pretty good value for all the food you get.

This place is always great. Service is attentive. Food is wonderful. The place has a great relationship with the customer!

Always good food and service. Old school Italian in every way. Don't go if you want quiet foo foo. We go once or twice a month and always enjoy our dinner.