About this spot
Via Carducci delivers authentic Roman flavors right in the heart of Wicker Park & Bucktown, where you should start with their signature carbonara or creamy cacio e pepe. The kitchen focuses on traditional techniques over fancy garnishes, ensuring every pasta dish tastes exactly like it came from a neighborhood trattoria in Rome.
💡 Tips before you go
- Ask for extra pecorino cheese on your pasta if you want a richer, more authentic flavor profile.
- Reserve ahead of time because this spot fills up quickly with locals looking for a genuine Roman experience.
- Save room for the tiramisu, which is made fresh daily and pairs perfectly with an espresso.
Menu26 items
Appetizers
Bruschetta
$14
Calabrese Sausage
Salsiccia Alla Calabrese
$18
Fried Calamari
Calamari Fritti
$19
Grilled Calamari
Calamari Grigliati
$19
Grilled Vegetables
Verdure Alla Griglia
$17
Meats and Cheeses Platter
Salumi e Formaggi
$23
Prosciutto Wrapped Mozzarella
Involtini oil Prosciutto
$18
Stuffed Bell Pepper
Peperone Ripieno
$13
Mains
Arrabbiata Penne
Penne Alla Arrabbiata
$18
Carbonara Spaghetti
Spaghetti Carbonara
$19
Deep Dish Mozzarella Pizza
Chicago Deep Dish Pizza
$20
Deep Dish Provolone Pizza
$20
Fantasia Pizza
Carducci's Fantasia Pizza
$25
Hawaiian Pizza
$18
Linguine with Clams
Linguine Alla Vongole
$23
Penne Pesto
Pennette Genovese
$20
Pizza Inferno Bianca
$21
Pizza Margherita Bianca
$18
Pizza Milano Bianca
$20
Pizza Roma
$20
Pizza Rustica Bianca
$19
Santa Lucia Rotini
Rotini Santa Lucia
$20
Traditional Cheese Pizza
$16
Vegetarian Pizza Bianca
$19
Desserts
Caramel Cheesecake
$9
Tiramisu
$9