DineAmic Hospitality Unveils Fioretta

 

DineAmic Hospitality Unveils Fioretta 

CHICAGO, Ill. — DineAmic Hospitality invites diners back in time with the latest addition to its growing portfolio of world-class restaurants, Fioretta, an Italian American Steakhouse. Now open, Fioretta is located on the ground floor of global real estate developer and owner Tishman Speyer’s new luxury office tower at 318 N. Sangamon Street in Fulton Market District. The remarkable new space will be reminiscent of a new-age Copacabana, celebrating 1950’s Italian American cuisine with an opulent twist, a steady flow of impressive cocktails and wine, world-class live entertainment, and a glamorous vibe cast over the entire experience. 

At Fioretta, diners are transported to the mid-century era of dining out, when Italian red-sauce fare and the importance of a smart cocktail reigned supreme, and when an evening out was a glamorous affair filled with luxurious frills that seamlessly accompanied the dining experience. The mood is dim and sexy—think live music and an energized, imbibing late-night crowd. Opulent decor harkens back to this golden age and the cuisine follows suit, infused with steakhouse elements culled from DineAmic’s popular Prime & Provisions. 

The 8,200 SF space is elegant with polished walnut paneling throughout, the grain of which is softly illuminated by handmade tinted crystal chandeliers, wall sconces, bar lamps, and trace lighting. Glass vases hold fresh cut florals abound. Flames flicker and embers float in the wood burning hearth of the central open kitchen. Scents of garlic, olive oil, and prime steaks waft through the air. The sign outside reads ‘FIORETTA’ in large, warm glowing letters spanning over its main entrance off Sangamon Street, beckoning Fulton Market patrons to enter. 

The Bar Room (seating for 75 people): Upon entry, guests will be greeted by members of the host team and may move to the north side of the space, where they will step down 3 steps into a sunken bar area, bespoke with a marble bar top and crystal lamp.  

Dining Room (seating for 100): Guests may also be escorted to the south side of the space into the main dining area where they will find circle shaped booths dressed in lavender mohair, along with plush, dark leather chairs and wood tables inlaid with honed granite.  

Private Dining Room (The Velvet Room): Past the main bar and dining rooms lies Fioretta’s private dining room. 

The Penthouse: A few steps to the north of Fioretta’s main entrance is a single glass door. There is no sign. The terrace is a 5,000 square foot outdoor veranda with 360-degree views of the skyline of Chicago. 

The Dining Experience 

Behind Fioretta’s menu is the esteemed DineAmic Hospitality veteran Chef Joe Rizza, partner in the hospitality group’s wildly popular steakhouse Prime & Provisions and formerly of Chicago Cut. The Italian American Chef, who has this cuisine in his DNA, brings his love for both steakhouse and Italian cuisines to the kitchen of Fioretta. DineAmic not only operates Prime & Provisions, but some of the city’s top Italian concepts among others (Bar Siena, Siena Tavern). DineAmic’s Co-Founders assembled a culinary dream with Rizza at the helm, accompanied by Chef Kevin Kathman and Chef Samuel Rosales, formerly of Monteverde and now Executive Chef of LYRA. 

Fioretta seamlessly blends steakhouse fare with elevated versions of classic Italian American cuisine. The menu pays homage to the Italian American immigrants who graciously first introduced Americans to southern Italian classics. Rather than reinventing the wheel, Rizza instead presents his most quality versions of well-known Italian staples by utilizing luxurious ingredients and thoughtful cooking methods. Fioretta’s custom-built solid-fuel hearth and open kitchen allows Rizza and his culinary team to impart superb flavor, char and texture to each dish. The menu strives to strike the perfect balance between nostalgia and innovation. 

The rest of the menu focuses on preparations that celebrate the flavors of southern Italian cuisine, while layering in luxury ingredients and notes of extravagance to the presentations. Guests can begin their meal with “Proper Beginnings”, opulent Italian “pastries” that include savory bites created in the forms of classic Italian dolce like the Caviar Zeppole (a savory doughnut topped with stracchino cheese and a generous portion of Kaluga Caviar).  

Pastry Chef Alen Ramos, formerly of Hogsalt, has partnered with the DineAmic team to create a decadent array of desserts for the menu including a Nostalgic Pie Program that features classic and comforting flavors like Coconut Cream and Lemon Meringue.  

Fioretta’s hours of operation are Sunday through Thursday from 5 to 11 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. For more information and reservations, please visit www.fiorettasteak.com. Follow along at fiorettasteak.com and @fiorettasteak. 

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