After 25 Years, Here Are 25 Reasons to Love Antico Posto
Celebrating 25 years of the cozy Italian restaurant and wine bar in Oak Brook
Antico Posto, the longtime favorite spot for pasta, brick oven pizza, Italian wines and housemade gelato is celebrating 25 years of serving Oakbrook Center shoppers and the community this October!
From Thursday, October 17 – Wednesday, October 23, enjoy a la carte anniversary specials including Pizza Bianco with Parmigiano Reggiano, red onion, rosemary and pistachio and House-Made Veal Tortelloni Alla 1999 with braised mushroom, oven-dried tomato, ricotta cheese and natural jus – a guest favorite from the original menu!
Plus, toast to 25 years of Antico Posto with select wine bottles for $25, plus tax (gratuity not included), available for dine-in only, or enjoy a carryout special for the 25th anniversary celebration with the 25th Anniversary Wine 3-Pack: Mix and match bottles of wine hand-selected by Antico’s in-house sommelier paying homage to the restaurant’s Italian roots and authentic recipes, from new, exclusive finds to tried-and -true Antico favorites. Choose from assorted red, white and rosé options to curate your own 3-pack for $75, plus tax. Place your order via Tock for pick-up at Antico Posto between Thursday, October 17th and Wednesday, October 23rd. Cheers!
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Here are 25 delicious dishes that are all mouthwatering reasons to love Antico Posto!
1. Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka
The top-selling newcomer on the menu, the Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka features al dente rigatoni tossed with a creamy tomato sauce and is topped with Calabrian chili, parmesan and fresh basil.
Get Antico Posto’s recipe for Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka.
2. Fried Calamari
*Original Menu Item
The textured and flavor-packed antipasti feels like the ultimate lunch or dinner indulgence, especially with a squeeze of fresh lemon on top followed by a dunk into the garlic tomato sauce or lemon aioli.
3. Chicken Parmesan
The Chicken Parmesan ensures everyone at the table gets a bit of crispy breading, fresh mozzarella, provolone, garlic tomato sauce and basil in every bite. Enjoy with a twirl of spaghetti!
4. Caesar Salad
*Original Menu Item
This staple offers all the classic Caesar components with an Antico twist! Perfect as a shareable starter, the house-made Caesar dressing is mixed in with romaine hearts, arugula, parmesan and migas croutons.
5. Pistachio Crusted Whitefish
Just in time for those cooler temps, cozy up to a Pistachio Crusted Whitefish with parmesan smashed potatoes, spinach and herb butter sauce.
6. Angel Hair Pomodoro
*Original Menu Item
Get ready for the Angel Hair Pomodoro to land a spot on your ‘must-have again next time’ list! This perfectly cooked pasta is tossed with roma tomato, fresh mozzarella, roasted garlic and fresh basil.
7. Spaghetti Bolognese
Slow-cooked meat sauce + parmesan over piping hot spaghetti sounds exactly like what your Sunday needs. This dish can make even the biggest pasta snob feel nostalgic for their nonna’s home cooking!
8. Gnocchi Delicati
*Original Menu Item
The dish that truly has it all: Gnocchi Delicati with herb butter, tomato basil sauce and pesto. Pro Tip: grab some house bread to dip into this irresistible trifecta of sauces.
9. Linguini with Shrimp
A seafood lover’s dream, this bowl of linguini comes doused with aglio e olio, red chili, oven-dried red cherry tomato and breadcrumbs that taste oh-so-good with the sauteed garlic shrimp.
10. Chicken Chopped Salad
The perfect lunchtime salad, topped with roasted pepper, avocado, tomato, fennel, bacon, bleu cheese and sweet basil vinaigrette (not to mention the grilled chicken).
11. Chicken Piccata
One of the most beloved and recognizable dishes is the Chicken Piccata, lathered in a white wine sauce with roasted artichoke, caper, garlic and lemon.
12. Tiramisu
Given it’s the national dessert of Italy, who can be surprised that Tiramisu made the Top 25 list? Espresso-dipped lady fingers, creme anglaise and white chocolate shavings make it a must-have to end the meal (with a glass of vino or cappuccino, of course)!
13. Eggplant Parmesan
*Original Menu Item
This vegetarian dish is super hearty with thick slices of baked eggplant tucked underneath fresh mozzarella and garlic tomato sauce.
14. Ravioli Splendori
*Original Menu Item
The house-made ravioli filled with ricotta, parmesan and mozzarella has been a staple for a good reason: it has herb butter, tomato basil sauce and pesto for a little taste of everything!
15. Chicken Meatballs
You’ll want to consider ordering a couple of the signature Chicken Meatballs for the table to start, served piping hot with arrabbiata sauce that brings just the right amount of heat.
16. Gnocchi with Porcini Ragu
Part of the Gnocchi Della Casa menu section, the Gnocchi with Porcini Ragu is full of flavor with a brown butter sauce, grana padano and crispy sage.
17. Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Savory yet sweet, the Crispy Brussels Sprouts with honey ricotta, lemon and balsamic should be shared at every table no matter what else you order!
18. Golden Beet & Avocado Salad
Making its menu debut in Spring 2024, the Golden Beet & Avocado Salad brings color and texture to the table with tangerine, hazelnut and ricotta salata playing delightfully with the salted beets.
19. Housemade Gelato
Vanilla Bean Gelato is available daily, but real Antico fans know that the rotating “flavor of the day” is where it’s at. With 20 flavors in rotation, ask your server for the ‘scoop’ on what’s featured that day!
P.S. – In October, $1 from each Strawberry Cheesecake Gelato sold benefits The Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation’s Chicago’s In Good Taste.
20. Cavatelli with Sausage Ragu
The pasta experts at Antico would recommend pairing the Cavatelli with Sausage Ragu with a glass of Mazzei Poggio Super Tuscan for a “treat yourself” type of night out and we couldn’t agree more.
21. Chocolate Budino
*Original Menu Item
Who doesn’t love chocolate, especially when it’s in the form of toasty warm chocolate pudding cake topped with vanilla whipped cream? It’s a must!
Find more chocolatey treats this way.
22. Margherita Pizza
*Original Menu Item
The Margherita Pizza at Antico Posto is like the best friend you know will always have your back – familiar and comforting every single time you meet again. Each pizza is hand-stretched and baked in a rotating brick oven for that true ‘Italian’ taste.
23. Chicken Raguso
Named after a long-time server and familiar face at the restaurant, Suzi Raguso, the Chicken Raguso holds a special place on the menu and in the hearts of everyone who’s worked at Antico Posto.
24. Antico Fashioned
Cheers to 25 years with an Antico Fashioned stirred with Sazerac Rye, Amaro Montenegro and spiced cacao bitters!
25. Gnocchi Bolognese
*Original Menu Item
Fun fact: the Gnocchi Bolognese is Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs’ favorite dish on the menu! The soft, ricotta-based pillows are the perfect accompaniment to the traditional slow-cooked meat sauce.
Having been with Antico from the start, Marc shared: “I am excited to celebrate 25 years with my family and friends at Antico Posto! We’re thankful for our wonderful employees and guests who have been with us since the beginning, and we look forward to welcoming you for the next 25!”
