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1. Pastas keep me coming for more!!!!
   Have now been to Ballo three separate times for dinner, and I am looking forward to my next visit. First off, if you are looking for a stuffy place this isn't the spot for you. Ballo is a fun... (james1970, 2007-11-26)
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2. Worst waitrress ever
   Our waitress Amy was terrible. She was distracted, unattentive, and verry rude. She should be working at ihop. In fact, I've recieved better service at ihop. She needs to be fired... (jensmithe, 2007-11-12)
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3. Ballo is a very nice restaurant, however the restaurant was pretty dead for a Friday night at 9:30. Our waiter was extremely (Alison C., 09/24/2007)
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4. food, good. if you have patience...
   we were staying in the hampton inn and suites (which is conjoined to this restaurant) and decided, based on an ad in the elevator claiming it was "family friendly" and that the 2 kids were screaming... (mabstb, 2007-08-04)
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5. A delicious and super fun experience1
   We came in for the annual restaurant and food convention and had been told to go here. Great recommendation! Large portions... (07/20/2007)
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6. The first time I went the food was amazing. The second time was definitely not up to par with the first so that brings it do (Jen K., 07/15/2007)
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7. "Amazing Italian!!! Larg portions, and great meatballs"
   We ate dinner one night at Ballo while in Chicago for the July 4th holiday. The portions are so large, my fiance and shared... (07/8/2007)
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8. Great for lunch or dinner - loved the spaghetti and meatball
   This is place is great for dinner or lunch. For dinner it?s a great spot for a date or a group. It has a nice vibe, great service and great Italian food. I recently went there for lunch and asked... (matthewross, 2007-05-04)
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9. We wandered past this place after not finding another restaurant we were looking for. So having not known anything prior to (Allen M., 04/05/2007)
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10. Came here for lunch whilst at a conference- conciege suggestion. All I wanted was some pasta vongole. The manager was helpful (N P., 03/06/2007)
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Setting the new tempo of Italian dining, drinking and dancing Italian Comfort Food Lively Atmosphere Menu Changes Daily

While there are plenty of Italian Restaurants in Chicago, the cuisine at Ballo sets it apart from the competition. Italian comfort foods with a contemporary twist are the house specialty. The menu offers an extensive selection of appetizers, wood-oven fired pizzas, family-style entrees and desserts. A fabulous antipasto menu is also available including: cured meats, cheeses and grilled vegetables. In addition to ordering a cocktail from the full-service bar, customers can choose from a large selection of Italian and domestic wines to compliment their meal. Ballo is the ideal juxtaposition of a great restaurant and fun-loving lounge or nightspot. The beat of the music, sparkling disco ball and plasma television screens covering the walls set the mood inside this unique space, converted from a 50's diner. View Website View Menu Choices Editorial Review for Ballo

Lively music, a disco ball and "Godfather" movies create a upbeat vibe at this River North Italian restaurant. The Scene Speakers pulse '70s disco and techno tunes while a disco ball bounces colors off the dining room giving the restaurant a club-like feel. Diners--dressed from ultra-casual to fashion-conscious--sit at banquette tables along one wall, or at closely spaced tables in the center, taking in the action in the open kitchen or viewing gangster movies on flat-screen TVs. For couples seeking a more private experience, a disco ball-less dining room is to the left of the entrance. The Food The contemporary Italian menu changes daily, with pasta and seafood dishes prevailing. Entrees like linguine Vongole in a white wine sauce with baby clams and a sprinkling of chili flakes, are perfectly portioned for lighter appetites. Spicy pork chops get a kick from chili peppers and lemon--a la carte sides like baked tomatoes, escarole wit

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Restaurant Description: The upbeat atmosphere at Ballo transforms an ordinary dining experience into a feast for all senses. The open kitchen breaks the barrier between chefs hard at work and guests enjoying their culinary creations including authentic Italian meatballs, house made pastas, seafood and veal specialties. Begin your dining experience with a crispy thin crust pizza or an antipasti platter with cured meats, artisanal cheeses and house marinated vegetables. Red leather banquettes and cozy tables encourage a feeling of camaraderie within the restaurant and entice customers to let worries drift away while feasting on stuffed pasta shells filled with ricotta cheese or Rosebud's famed, brick chicken. Enjoy an after dinner drink in the comfort of the lounge or a glass of wine from Ballo's eclectic and extensive wine list as the late night energy intensifies. Ballo is the perfect destination for a celebration or simply an enjoyable evening in the city combining the best in dining and nightlife.
Price: $31 to $50
Primary Food Type: Italian
Neighborhood Name: CHI - River North

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