Any special affair, including business meetings, bridal showers, or birthdays can be arranged by our experienced staff. Polished service and attention to detail will assure your satisfaction.

Gabriel's beautiful wine cellar room will accommodate intimate gatherings on very special occasions, like anniversaries or wedding rehearsal dinners. European country manor charm and cozy privacy make this room a favorite on Chicago's North Shore.

You next important party will be treated to deceptively simple, boldly flavored Italian and French dishes carefully created by virtuoso chef Gabriel Viti and his competent team.

This menu is for parties of 11 or more, however smaller parties can order the Degustation Tasting menu. Also, Hors d'œuvres can be ordered for $14.50 per person

Description of Degustation Menu $75

First Course: Appetizers
Three different appetizers served family style

Second Course: Pastas
Three different pastas served family style

Third Course: Entrees
A choice of 3 different entrees, 1 meat, 1 fish & 1 Poultry

Fourth Course: Desserts
Four tasting sized desserts, individually plated.

The following are just examples of the menu; actual items will change throughout the year.

Appetizers:
Steamed artichoke with grainy mustard vinaigrette
Ragout of Wild Mushrooms with Asparagus and Shallot Cream
Shrimp Kataifi with tomato horseradish sauce

Pastas:
Crespelle with Parmesan sauce
Rigatoni with Italian Sausage Sugo
Gemelli with green beans, sun-dried tomatoes & pesto

Entrees:
A choice of:
Papillotte of Chilean Sea Bass with Lemon and Herb Vinaigrette or
Roasted Rack of Lamb with Ratatouille & Thyme Sauce

To see a past example of a custom private dining menu click here.