Ummo – Italian
Ummo invites guests into a vibrant, contemporary sanctuary where the comforting scent of golden, house-baked focaccia and the smoky allure of fire-roasted oysters set the stage for a soulful Italian-inspired feast. The kitchen masterfully balances rustic tradition with modern elegance, serving up velvety burrata paired with delicate prosciutto alongside golden arancini and savory meatballs that evoke the warmth of a Mediterranean kitchen. Every plate celebrates bold flavors and shared moments in an atmosphere that feels both sophisticated and deeply welcoming.
22, West Hubbard Street https://www.ummochicago.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, gluten-free, keto, dairy-free, vegan, pescatarian, mediterranean, sugar-free, diabetic, whole30, paleo, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, tlc, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, aip, candida, mayo-clinic, lectin-free, slow-carb, pegan, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Pane della Casa - $12: Warm house-baked bread, black truffle butter, Pecorino Romano DOP, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Focaccia - $12: Warm focaccia, stracciatella, red onion, eggplant caponata, jalapeño oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Arancini - $16: Sicilian-style rice fritters, porcini mushrooms, Taleggio DOP, Parmigiano Reggiano DOP fonduta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Burrata e Prosciutto - $28: Burrata, prosciutto San Danielle, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, apple and fig jam, gnocco fritto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Ummo's Caesar - $20: Romaine, grilled relish, anchovy-buttermilk vinaigrette, avocado, Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, egg, toasted focaccia crumbs Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Bolognese Meatballs - $18: Beef and pork meatballs, Pomodorini sauce, grated Pecorino Romano DOP, crispy arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fire-Roasted Oysters - $18: East Coast oysters, brandy, fresh herbed butter, garlic breadcrumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Burrata e Avocado - $26: Burrata wrapped in avocado, chive oil, 8-year aged balsamic, warm house bread, calabrian chili oil purée Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Caprese Salad - $22: Heirloom and cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil pesto, acacia honey, aged balsamic Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Prosciutto and Focaccia - $14: Garlic oil and rosemary foccacia, stracciatella, lemon oil dressing, fresh sliced Prosciutto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
Pasta
- Carbonara - $22: Pici-style pasta, rich egg yolk sauce, crispy guanciale, aged Pecorino Romano DOP Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Mafaldine Cacio e Pepe - $22: Ruffled-edge mafaldine pasta, Pecorino Romano DOP, cracked black pepper blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Lamb Tortelli - $27: Tortelli filled with ricotta and mascarpone, lamb belly ragù, mint pesto, Pecorino Romano DOP Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Risotto Basilico - $24: Basil infused Acquerello Rice, mascarpone, pickled mushrooms and tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Campanelle alla Vodka - $24: Campanelle-style pasta, chicken ragù, tomato and vodka sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Lasagna alla Bolognese - $25: Seven-layer spinach lasagna, beef ragù, béchamel sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano DOP Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Seafood Chitarra - $32: Chitarra-style pasta, lobster cream sauce, scallops, mussels, prawns, lemon, chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Main Courses
- NY Strip - $72: 12 oz Prime Black Angus NY Strip, braised garlic bulb, gorgonzola cheese sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Turbot alla Siciliana - $45: Turbot fillet, lemon-caper cream, pickled carrots, pearl onions, confit tomatoes, chili oil, chive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating
- Florentine Chicken - $32: Chicken breast, lemon velouté, spinach-potato mille-feuille, fennel confit, prosciutto powder Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Ribeye Tagliata - $42: 6oz Ribeye marinated with balsamic and paprika, confit tomato, fresh arugula and cherry tomato salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
Sides
- Roasted Carrots - $14: Roasted rainbow carrots, carrot-cardamom purée Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Asparagi - $14: Charred asparagus, Parmigiano DOP foam, chive oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Italian Mashed Potatoes - $14: Ricotta-whipped potatoes, melted cheese fonduta, black truffle paste, fresh chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Smoked Cauliflower - $18: Josper-smoked cauliflower, tomato fonduta, arugula pesto, citrus powder Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Brussels Sprouts - $14: Dijon Glazed brussel sprouts, almond pesto, toasted almond, Pecorino Romano DOP Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Atkins, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
Desserts
- Ummo Ferrero - $18: Dark chocolate cream, toasted hazelnuts, hazelnut gianduja, vanilla & chocolate nitro drops, frangelico jelly Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cherry - $16: Cherry mousse, cherry compote, amaretto ice cream, toasted almond crumble, almond jelly Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- 22 W Tiramisù - $16: Almond dacquoise, mascarpone mousse, cold brew, amaretto, chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pistachio Cheesecake - $16: Baked pistachio cheesecake, chantilly cream, caramelized pistachio praliné, almond crumble, vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Honey-Mascarpone Ice Cream - $8: Two scoops Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Salted Caramel Ice Cream - $8: Two scoops Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Guanábana Sorbet - $8: Two scoops Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Grapefruit Sorbet - $8: Two scoops Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Aperol Spritz - $10: Aperol, Prosecco, soda
- Espresso Martini - $18: La Colombe cold brew, BroVo Boomerang, Grey Goose vodka, aged cocoa-nib syrup, vanilla chai cold foam
- Tzuco Margarita - $16: Cuervo Tradicional tequila, Cointreau liqueur, cucumber, St. Germain, lime juice
- Ummo Old Fashioned - $20: Maker's Mark 46, Amaro Nonino, Amaro Di Angostura, Grappa, Amaro, Bourbon
- S. Pellegrino 1L - $10: Sparkling water
- Acqua Panna 1L - $10: Still water
- Espresso - $5
- Double Espresso - $8
- Latte - $8
- Cappuccino - $8
- Americano - $6