Chicago Bites #114
Il Mulino

The bruschetta was piled high... just the way it should be.

Il Mulino is swanky. Located in the historical Biggs mansion on Dearborn Street, it appears to offer diners an escape from the every day. But does the food live up to the vibe? Listen in and find out.

(12.0 M)

00:00 - 01:16 Touring the mansion inside and out
01:17 - 02:03 Wine by-the-glass worth the wait
02:04 - 03:10 Antipasto gets us started off right
03:11 - 04:10 Starters and escargot surprises
04:11 - 07:30 Main dishes--half orders of pasta and spicy clams
07:31 - 08:49 Dessert sampler and gelato
08:50 - 10:36 Chef chat
10:37 - 11:58 Ratings and sign-off

The veggie pasta was also a table favorite.

Il Mulino
1150 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 440-8888
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Average price per person: $65

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Online buzz about Il Mulino:
Centerstage
Gracenotes NYC
The Reader
Yelp

Check out our Il Mulino photos on Flickr.