| Cuisine type | Contemporary European | |
| Price range | $30 and under | |
| Neighborhood | Lincoln Square |
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| Cuisines | Contemporary European, Italian |
| Dining style | Casual Elegant |
| Phone number | +1 773 275 7878 |
| Website | www.due-lire.com |
| Dress code | Smart Casual |
| Payment options | AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa |
| Executive chef | Massimo Di Vuolo |
| Location | 4520 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625 |
| Tagliere | $25.00 | Seasonal Meats Cheeses & Condiments Platter / Ask Your Server |
| Olive | $7.00 | House Marinated Italian Olives / Mustard Seed / Roasted Garlic |
| Polpettine | $13.00 | Veal Ricotta Meatballs / Spicy Tomato Sauce / Pecorino |
| Grigliata | $15.00 | Burrata / Grilled Zucchini / Eggplant / Squash / Champagne Vinaigrette |
| Frittelle | $14.00 | Crescenza Cheese Fritters / Roasted Duck Ragu' / Amarena Cherries |
| Calamari | $16.00 | Fried Calamari / Shrimp / Artichokes / Caper Berries / Sage / Spicy Aioli |
| Crostone | $16.00 | Grilled Bread / Italian Sausage / Creamy Robiola Cheese / Rapini |
| Caprese | $18.00 | Buffalo Mozzarella / Prosciutto / Cherry Tomatoes / Focaccia / EVOO |
| Rucola | $9.00 | Rucola / Grape Tomatoes / Parmigiano / Lemon Vinaigrette |
| Zucca | $12.00 | Grilled Squash / Spinach / Kale / Radicchio / Toasted Pumpkin Vinaigrette |
| Gnocchi | $19.00 | Homemade Gnocchi / Bolognese Style Meat Ragu / Parmigiano |
| Pappardelle | $19.00 | Cocoa Infused Ribbon Pasta / Roasted Duck Ragu' / Marcona Almonds |
| Cavatelli | $19.00 | Shell Pasta / Italian Sausage / Tomatoes / Rapini / Crescenza / Pecorino |
| Ravioli | $19.00 | Short Rib Ravioli / Porcini Mushroom Demi / Parmigiano |
| Fettuccine | $19.00 | Chickpea Flour Pasta / Eggplant Tomato Confit / Auricchio Provolone |
| Pesce | Catch of the Day / Seasonal Ingredients | |
| Saltimbocca | $22.00 | Roman Style Pork Loin / Radicchio / Artichokes / Farro / White Port Sauce |
| Galletto | $22.00 | Amish Chicken / Roasted Vegetables / Fried Onions / Garlic Thyme Sauce |
| Brasato | $26.00 | Braised Short Ribs / Saffron Risotto / Mascarpone / Squash / Beef au-Jus |
| Pane | $5.00 | Grilled Italian Bread / Homemade Daily Spreads |
| Cavoletti | $7.00 | Roasted Brussels Sprout / Pecorino Romano / Mint Oil |
| Carciofini | $8.00 | Fried Artichokes / Shallots Vinaigrette |
| Fritte | $7.00 | Polenta Fries / Parmigiano / Rosemary Salt / Tomato Jam |
| Cavolfiore | $6.00 | Roasted Cauliflower / Spicy Chili Oil |
| Foss Marai, Prosecco, Veneto, 2010 | $9.00 | |
| Buglioni, Il Vigliacco, Rose, Veneto, 2009 | $36.00 | 100% Molinara. A great aperitf wine. Intriguing. Light refreshing sparkling. Sip and dream. |
| Adami Cartizze, Prosecco, Veneto, NV | $54.00 | 100% Glera. Rose petals on the nose, hints of apple, apricot, and pear on the palate. |
| Villa La Morra, Brachetto, Piemonte, 2009 | $30.00 | 100% Brachetto. Aromatic sweet wine with floral and fresh fruit notes combined with strawberry and peach tones. A beautiful start to a beautiful meal |
| Botromagno, 'Gravina', Puglia, 2010 | $7.00 | A Greco and Malvasia blend with notes of white peach and current. Dry and crisp on the palate. |
| Buglioni, L'Intruso, Soave, Veneto, 2010 | $30.00 | 100% Garganega. Lively, floral and grassy. This medium-body gem has great potential to hold up many rich and complex dishes. |
| Bigi, Orvieto Classico Amabile, Umbria, 2010 | $7.00 | The Italian take on Reisling. Aromas of wildflowers and honey fruity with a lingering finish and sweet undertones. |
| Colterenzio, Pinot Grigio, Alto Adige, 2010 | $8.00 | The real deal from the region where Pinot Grigio gets the cool air and the brisk water from the Alps. This bright wine displays apple and pear notes combined with great balanced acidity with citrus tones. |
| Pojer e Sandri, Muller Thurgau, Alto Adige, 2010 | $34.00 | This new breed grape, a mere 200 years young, is a hybrid of Riesling and Sylvaner. Intensely aromatic with hints of peach and lemon. |
| Piccolo, Gavi, Piemonte, 2010 | $9.00 | 100% Cortese, a native grape from Piedmonte, displays a full-body feel with sea fresh minerality, citrus and fennel notes. |
| Gagliardo, "Fallegro", Favorita, Piedmonte 2010 | $36.00 | Obscure indigenous grape from this region. Lively, slightly fizzy, slightly tart, very yummy. Ok, "let's be happy!" |
| De Lyeth, Chardonnay, Sonoma, 2009 | $8.00 | The Chardonnay lover's choice! Freshly picked flowers and herbs with flavors of green apple and melon. Creamy finish with toasty notes. |
| Fireroad, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, 2011 | $8.00 | A perfect expression of New Zealand's queen of wines. Gooseberry, passion fruit, kiwi and herbilisous! |
| Raventos, "Perfum De Vi Blanc", Penedes, 2010 | $32.00 | 50% Muscat and 50% Macebeo, two classic grapes typically used in Cava. This "still" blend from the "sparkling" region of Spain is very aromatic with fresh fruit notes of melon and tropical fruit. |
| Alberto Longo, Primitivo, Puglia, 2009 | $32.00 | From the sunniest region in Italy comes this medium-bodied, fruit forward Primitivo. An intense bouquet reminiscent of wild berries, great minerality and slightly spicy notes. |
| Terravecchia, "Pampana", Negroamaro, Puglia, 2008 | $7.00 | Longer maturation on the vine gives a deep red color and deep red fruit flavors. Structured with sweet tannins and a rounded body. |
| Collefrisio, "Zero", Montepulciano, Abruzzo, 2008 | $7.00 | 100% Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. From one of the most upcoming wine regions in Italy. A distant relative to the Sangiovese grape results in ruby red hues with reflections of violet. Hints of cherry, plums and lightly spicy with a dry finish. Very drinkable! |
| Colterenzio, Pinot Nero, Alto Adige, 2010 | $8.00 | Representative of what an Italian pinot noir should be. Fresh, fruity nose with hints of red currants and black cherry. Light to medium-bodied, round with soft tannins. |
| Tenuta Sant' Antonio, Ripasso Superiore Valpolicella, Veneto, 2008 | $9.00 | 70% Corvina, 20% Rondinella and 10% Oseleta yields a medium-bodied, savory and slightly spicy wine. The link between one of most well known Italian wines, Valpolicella and it's big brother, Amarone. An incredible value. |
| Luigi Righetti "Capitel de Roari" Amarone, Valpolicella, Italy, 2008 | $70.00 | The king is back! Intense red and black fruit, hints of blueberry, plum, black pepper and liquorice. Full-bodied and elegant. Sip, dine, and enjoy it! |
| Vietti, "Tre Vigne", Barbera D'Asti, Piemonte, 2009 | $10.00 | 100% Barbera from three different estates in the area. Dry with refreshing acidity, ripe red cherry with hints of mineral and vanilla. |
| Marchesi Di Gresy, Martinenga, Nebbiolo, Piemonte, 2010 | $40.00 | 100% Nebbiolo. Think of a baby Barbaresco from a great winemaker. Aromas of prune, black cherry and raspberry. Harmonious, well balanced with firm tannins. |
| Capezzana, "Barco Reale", Carmignano, Toscana, 2008 | $8.00 | A unique blend of 85% Sangiovese and 15% Cabernet distinctive of this area. Elegant and refined, sweet and fruity with spicy aromas. Soft yet firm, well balanced with long finish. |
| Carpineto, Chianti Classico, Toscana, 2009 | $9.00 | 90% Sangiovese and 10% Canaiolo from one of the first DOC areas in Italy. Ruby red with garnet reflections. Hints of violets and cherry provide a velvety, full-bodied red wine. Definitely a classic. |
| Casanova Di Neri, Rosso Ciliegiolo Prugnolo, Toscana, 2008 | $42.00 | 90% Sangiovese and 10% Colorino. From one most respected producers in this region. Expansive on the palate, compelling notes of dark cherries and wood. Great depth with long dry finish. Dee-lish. |
| Aia Vecchia, "Lagone", Tuscana, 2008 | $36.00 | 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. Classical blend of the rogue Tuscan winemakers. Structured, elegant, juicy sour cherries and hints of spice. No wonder it's a Super-Tuscan! |
| La Spinetta, Casanova, Sangiovese, Toscana, 2008 | $40.00 | 100% Sangiovese. One of the most innovative young producers. Intense cherry, dark fruit and mint characteristic. Magnificently structured, round with an elegant finish. |
| Carpineto, "Farnito", Cabernet Sauvignon, Toscana, 2006 | $60.00 | 100% Cabernet grown in an area where vines and ancient oak trees (aka farna) share the same soil. Clean and intense, with complex hints of spices, licorice, vanilla and cherries. Strong but gentle just like the tree. |
| Tenuta Caparzo, Brunello Di Montalcino, Toscana, 2006 | $70.00 | 100% Sangiovese Grosso, from Montalcino where tradition and innovation share the same path. Garnet red with light purple hints, intense wild berry bouquet, dry yet delicate with a persistent finish. |
| Terra Valentine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2009 | $50.00 | 100% Cabernet from Spring Mountain. This winery shows how passion for life produces great wines! The nose opens with aromas of spicy cedar, boysenberry, bright fruit and eucalyptus. |
| Qupe, Syrah, Central Coast, 2009 | $10.00 | Bright ruby color, delicate aromas of raspberry and cherry, with a floral quality adding complexity. Juicy, pinot-like red berry flavors pick up a touch of black pepper with air, reminding that this is actually syrah. |
| Beckmen, "Cuvee Le Bec", Saint Ynez, 2010 | $36.00 | Rhone style blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre and Counoise yields a complex wine with hints of minerals, wild berries and licorice-with a fantastic finish. |
| Ridge, "Ponzo", Zinfandel, Russian River Valley 2009 | $50.00 | The 2009 "Ponzo" Zinfandel is reminiscent of Zins from times past. It is not an over-extracted, high-octane knock you over the head Zin, but has an elegance infused with bright red fruits, tart plum, white pepper and dried herbs. |
| Rex Hill, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, 2009 | $46.00 | One of our favorites! Bright red, spicy raspberry and cherry notes are complicated by lively floral and herbal qualities. Round with sweet red fruit and candied rose flavors, supple tannins and spiciness. Drink now before it is gone! |
| Ichanka, Malbec, La Rioja, 2009 | $9.00 | A great yet uncomplicated wine-a perfect example of what an Argentinean Malbec should be. Fruit notes balance the medium to full body structure. Definitely a crowd pleaser! |
| Beronia, Tempranillo Crianza, Rioja, 2008 | $8.00 | 90% Tempranillo and 10% Grenache. A fresh, pleasant wine, smooth on the palate and revealing floral touches. Complex and enveloping. |
| Alvaro Palacios, "Camins di Priorat", Priorat, 2009 | $46.00 | 60% Carinena and 30% Garnacha, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. From one of youngest Spanish winemaking stars who combines innovation and tradition. Aromas of cassis, plum, licorice with lively acidity and spicy, dark fruit flavors. |
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