Giacomo's - Des Plaines

We tried the eggplant parmesan and lasagna. Both were absolutely fantastic (and the neat sauce that came with the lasagna as well) we'll definitely be back.

Authentic Italian. How do I know? My native Italian friend told me so while speaking Italian with a smile on his face and pasta in his mouth. Tables are a little cramped but for the most part not overly crowded when we went in. Good wine selection. Not a place you picture Frank Sinatra but a nice neighborhood joint.

Giacomo (Jack) and his amazing wife, Anna, own and operate this legitimate Italian restaurant. Pasta made fresh every day. You can legitimately feel the love in this place. Calamari is excellent, as is the chicken parmesan and marsala (Just ask for it). Great value. Awesome food. Intimate atmosphere.

Looks like a nice little Italian restaurant, been wanting to go for a long time. Prices looked reasonable, but got Sat and waited over 20 min and no one came to the table (only about 10 to 12 tables). Just completely ignored, so got up and left. The chicken parm. Looked great, probably worth going, but maybe on an easy weekday night.

Had a business appt dinner here upon recommendations from existing clients. The salmon on spinach was generous and very well prepared. The small side dish of penne with red sauce was a perfect compliment to this healthy dinner. My out of town guest had the shrimp special and was very pleased with his choice. Great hidden gem. Need to take my wife there yet this month as she will enjoy the atmosphere and dinners.