Giant

Welcome to Giant, a hidden gem in the heart of Chicago, offering a unique dining experience in the Beer Bar and Wine Bars category. Located at 3209 W Armitage Ave, this trendy restaurant boasts a diverse menu with plenty of vegetarian options to cater to every palate.

From the moment you step in, Giant exudes a cozy and intimate ambiance, perfect for a date night or catching up with friends. The menu features a variety of small plates meant for sharing, allowing you to sample a little bit of everything. Whether you're a fan of seafood, pasta, or innovative dishes, Giant has something for everyone.

One standout dish that keeps customers coming back is the Sortalini - a decadent pasta filled with nutty cheese and drizzled with a delicious butter sauce. The flavors explode in your mouth, leaving you craving for more. The Crab Salad and Trout Roe are also must-try items that will tantalize your taste buds.

Customer reviews rave about the impeccable service at Giant, with attentive staff who go above and beyond to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies. The staff's knowledge of the menu adds to the overall dining experience, making every visit a memorable one.

Overall, Giant offers a culinary journey filled with bold flavors and inventive dishes. Whether you're a pasta lover, seafood enthusiast, or simply looking to indulge in creative cuisine, Giant is the place to be. Book your reservation, explore the diverse menu, and prepare for a culinary adventure like no other!

Giant Menu

Location

Address: 3209 W Armitage Ave Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: (773) 252-0997

🕓 Work Hours
MON 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
TUE 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
WED 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
FRI 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
SAT 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
SUN 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • QR code menus available
    No
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Best nights on Wednesday, Saturday
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Not Good For Groups
    No
  • Not Good For Kids
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Erica B.

    31 August 2024

    Giant was so cute! I saw that one of the biggest complaints was the tight seating but we did patio seating and it was very spacious and very cute outside (though I did get a few bug bites)! For food we did 5 dishes for 2 people with one of them being the biscuit which is pretty small. I would say it was the right amount of food. The biscuit itself was good, but the maple butter was definitely the best part - it reminded me of eating a savory breakfast biscuit! For smaller plates, both the eggplant and the peppers were really good. I would say the eggplant was a little better to me especially with the soft pita and the spices almost gave the eggplant an Indian flare. The peppers were good, too, especially due to the bread which does not taste like anchovies at all. For pastas the trofie was a little bit of a letdown - not too much flavor, the pasta was a little too aldente, there were A LOT of peas, and not a lot of mushrooms. The Pansotti and Gnudi however was incredible, definitely my favorite dish of the night. Both noodles were soft and so so yummy!

  • Author: Jen N.

    16 August 2024

    My review is way overdue, so some of my menu items are not on their menu currently, but I wanted to make sure and get a review on here. We made a reservation for a mid week evening and were able to get the Chef's Counter, which I was super excited about. We got a text about 30 minutes before our reservation saying the party before us was taking longer, and was it ok to push back our reservation an extra 30 minutes. It was no problem, as we were having a drink down the street. Then we got a text as it got closer saying the party was still there, so they would save us a table, and if they weren't gone when we got there, we could keep waiting or take the table. When we got there, the party was still at the counter. The hostess was so apologetic, and we opted to take the table. They said they could move us once the party at the counter left and informed us they were already working on a complimentary dish for us. We sat down, and our server came over right away and was also very apologetic. We had never been there before, so we got the run down and drinks were ordered. Our first dish then came out with our drinks, so our experience got started right away. After some help from our server, we placed an order for our other dishes. The counter spots did come open at that point, but we decided since we had already ordered, we would keep our table. They say their menu is a little all over the place, but we loved that about it. Every dish we got was so flavorful and full of different textures. We had veggies, the biscuit, pasta, seafood...everything was outstanding. My husband says he always leaves places with shareable dishes hungry, but he was stuffed. So good food at reasonable prices that left us full and happy. The restaurant is definitely small, but I would take that for their amazing staff and food any day. They checked on us an appropriate amount of time, knew their stuff, and everyone seemed genuinely interested in making sure we had a great dinner. While it wasn't the experience we originally expected, we still really enjoyed it. We will be back in Chicago later this year, and will hopefully snag the counter at that time. Regardless we will be back!

  • Author: David H.

    14 August 2024

    Tasty dinner, not perfect but everything was good. Favorites were the crab salad (the fries are awesome!), the mafaldine with corn and mushrooms (favorite dish), and the tagliatelle with dungeness crab. The mushroom trofie was ok (texturally great but lacking depth and oversalted), and the broccolini was a good side. Dishes leaned on the saltier side, did not save room for dessert. Service was very friendly and bubbly, there were a couple long spaces between courses but overall not bad.

  • Author: Ashley C.

    23 July 2024

    I loved my dinner at Giant so much that I went back five days later with another friend to eat it again! The intimate restaurant has been on my wishlist for a long time, and I was very impressed with both my meals. Trout Roe: Oh...my...god! You have to order this bite. The flavor explosion and its warmth is one of the best single bites I've had in Chicago. My friend Kelsey and I loved it so much that we had it again for our last course instead of dessert! Pastas: In a Chicago that has a lot of great in-house pasta, Giant has to be on the list for one of the best. The Sortalini made my cheese-living heart happy. The Trofie had so much umami from the porcini. The Tagliatelle is worth every penny. If you don't go to Giant and order a pasta, you're doing it wrong. Peppers with Anchovy Bread: WOW! Wow wow. That is an "order it every time" dish. Crab Salad: very inventive! Little Jalapeño Buscuit: The Maple Butter is the star, and I'd get it again. Broccolini: It's good, but didn't compete against everything else I had. Service: I love a staff who clearly know their menu. They were attentive, informed, and enthusiastic.

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