This Charming, European-Inspired Chicago Spot Feels Like A Roman Trattoria—And Its New $10 Aperitivi Will Make You Forget Your Flight To Italy

Every Monday, starting February 2nd, Olio e Più, the River North trattoria, will feature $10 martinis all day at the bar.

Tori Levy
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February 1, 2026

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Start your week with a taste of Italy at Olio e Più Chicago! Every Monday, starting February 2nd, the River North trattoria will feature $10 martinis all day at the bar. As you enter, you’ll be welcomed by a warm and intimate dining room that captures the spirit of classic Italian trattorias.

Martini Monday is the perfect excuse for a post-work aperitif, a casual date night, or a spontaneous celebration with friends. These featured martinis are best enjoyed alongside handmade pasta, classic Italian comfort foods, and a lively bar atmosphere that embodies Italian charm.

Source/Kim Kovacik Aperitivo hour, all day for $10 Dirty Martini French Martini Espresso Martini Cosmopolitan Lemon Drop Martini

$10 House Wines

Sparkling White Red Rosé

$10 Cocktails

Old Fashioned — Old Overholt Rye, Demerara, Angostura Negroni — Citadelle Gin, Cinzano Rosso 1757, Campari Aperol Spritz — Aperol, Club Soda, Prosecco Margarita — El Tequileno, Mathilde XO Orange, Lime Espresso Martini — Absolut Vodka, Lucano Caffè, Espresso

$10 Small Plates

Focaccina Napoli — focaccia bread, tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil Caponatina — Sicilian eggplant with garlic crostini, green olives, capers, celery, tomato paste, basil Bruschetta al Pomodoro — bread crostone, burrata cream, tomato, basil Fritto Primavera — fritto misto with tartare aioli, zucchini, carrots Prosciutto, Formaggio & Olive Plate — Prosciutto di Parma, Italian cheese, olives, bread

Aperitivo hour is available Tuesday-Saturday, 4–7 PM, with wines, cocktails, and Italian small plates served at the bar and on the patio.