The Florentine

White Clam Pizza (manila clams , broccolini , lemon cream, fior di latte , chilies): $19 value (at least that what it says on the menu) and free with a $8 adult beverage - cheaper than lunch in the Loop

A sleek and sophisticated Italian eatery inside the JW Marriott Chicago hotel . Grab some antipasti or a pizza at the bar , or spend some time with Chris Macchia 's full menu. Read more

A picnic basket from the Florentine of lovely grilled veggies , roast chicken , potatoes , house-made ricotta & mozzarella , proscuitto & melon , olives , and delicious Italian cookies . Really delicious!

Lamb shank and pork belly risotto both delicious. Risotto was lighter than expected but extra yummy.

Polpo (grilled octopus , confit fingerling potatoes , castelvetrano olives , saffron aioli , salsa verde )

Breakfast starts at 6:30 a.m. Try the almond French toast ($12), made with thick, eggy brioche soaked in the usual egg slurry, grilled and topped with caramelized bananas and orange syrup . Read more

This massive new 220-seat con tempo-Italian resto laid out in the posh new JW Marriot, can cook up a grilled octopus kicked with saffron aioli and giant white beans whose size makes them difficult to Read more

Looking for Italian in the windy city ? Stop by for the creations of Executive Chef Chris Macchia . He's a CIA alumnus, so you know you're in for a great meal!

Smoked Mussels Pizza (onion , gaeta olives , fior di latte , tomato )

The bucatini carbonara is flawless with al dente hollow strands and generous amounts of pancetta . Break the duck egg yolk trembling on top and mix for a velvety sauce with black-pepper bite. Read more

Try the Seared Scallops - (Clockwise from top right) Butternut squash caramelle, seared scallops on butternut squash purée, and roasted cauliflower with Calabrian chili relish .

Choice of free pizza weekdays 4-7 pm with purchase of one alcoholic beverage

"She is My Cherry . . . Gimlet " mixes vodka , cherry purée and lime juice ; "Siamese Dream" — now off the menu — matched dark rum with pumpkin purée, Grand Marnier and spiced syrup . Read more

Free pizza weekdays 4-7 pm with purchase of one alcoholic beverage

The salmon salad was wonderful with a garlic dressing that was light and easy on the garlic flavor.

Serves its lounge menu (veal meatballs , beef carpaccio , pizzas , BLT burger ) until 11 p.m. Monday-Saturday Read more

best dessert I've ever had: zuppa inglese (a banana pudding/bread dessert with cashew brittle on the side)

Kirby, the friendly bartender in the suspenders is great! Very attentive and gives great drink suggestions.

They have amazing French breakfast dishes! Definitely the most flavorful breakfast I've ever had!

The flan dessert and coffee were excellent. Great atmosphere. Very warm and cozy .

Chicago Sour (Woodford Reserve , Lemon , CBD Honey , Egg White , Orange Bitters )

After the meatball tagliatelle , they’ll never look at Chef Boyardee the same way again. Thick, housemade tagliatelle sits with petite meatballs that are just waiting to soak up velvety tomato sauce . Read more

Beer and (free) Margherita pizza : that’s what’s for dinner

Amazing service! Great food! Sip a Mr Howell and bite a Granchi! Yummy!

The masterpiece is a lamb shank with farro risotto , peperonata, and mint gremolata: dramatic, tender, and unforgettable.

Risotto with pork belly and an egg !

The signature hand-made pastas are absolutely divine, evoking a night in Italy (and you don't even need to pay for the flight)

The coffee is Intelligentsia . It's the best cup I've ever had.

Awesome venue! Great meeting place for lunch in the Loop!

Another awesome experience at #TheFlorentine in the #JWMarriott in #Chicago. Great #happyhour option.

Get the Pollo . The sauce is incredible. Best chicken I've had in ages!

This locally driven menu that is Italian inspired with Stein's signature dishes. The buccatini carbonara pasta and bomboloni are both full of flavor and fresh ingredients .

Drinks are great, food is exceptional!

The tortellini is a great menu option!

Wonderful service, great drink menu

The tiramisu reimagines the oft-botched classic as a mascarpone mousse with buttery ladyfingers for dipping .

The blonde haired hostess/floor manager was extremely accommodating to us having kids there, quite a help...

The prime rib is to die for!! Perfectly marbled and cooked to perfection!!!

Thought you’d want to know: The Florentine has been nominated for Best New Italian in Time Out Chicago’s 2011 Eat Out Awards. Vote now! Read more

How convenient that such an elegant establishment is located right in the hotel ! A convenience that would not be lost on Juan Borgia!

The veggie burger was surprisingly good

Food is amazing. The staff is friendly helpful and easy to work with

Try the crab , squid ink pasta , mint & chiles Read more

Free pizza with alcoholic beverage purchase. 'Nuff said.

Great food if you're willing to wait for the slow service

Not bad for bread

Get the bucatini ! It is amazing!

Free pizza , as long as you order a drink.

Free pizza during happy hour

Upstairs of the J.W. Marriott