Through a combination of curiosity, smarts, and resources, Spiaggia and Cafe Spiaggia have ruled Chicago’s Italian scene from 980 North Michigan Avenue for nearly 30 years. Together, they earn seven ...

“Apparently we renovate every 15 years,” Tony Mantuano says when I ask him how long it’s been since Spiaggia last got an updating. “It’s been 15 years and this is our 30th anniversary.” Spiaggia is ...

In just the last month, James Beard Award-winning chef Tony Mantuano has opened his first-ever restaurant outside of the Midwest (Lorenzo in Miami), announced an extensive revamp for his flagship ...

"Top Chef" alum Joe Flamm is leaving Spiaggia to open his own restaurant. Spiaggia’s current chef de cuisine, Eric Lees, will become the executive chef of both Spiaggia and Cafe Spiaggia. He ...