We’re thrilled to share that this summer is coming up rose[bud]s! We’re bringing back three of our most iconic restaurants: The Rosebud on Taylor Street, Rosebud Naperville, and Carmine’s Chicago—and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you back.
Leading the celebration is the return of The Rosebud on Taylor Street, our original location at 1500 W. Taylor Street. After a brief hiatus, during which the space served exclusively as a private event venue, our flagship restaurant will reopen to the public in Summer 2025. We’re bringing it back to its roots—as the heart of Rosebud and a proud landmark of Chicago’s Little Italy.
To our founder, Alex Dana, this location is more than a restaurant. It’s a reflection of Chicago’s rich culture and community. We’re not just reopening a space—we’re reviving the spirit, the hospitality, and the flavors that have brought people together for decades. We’re bringing back not only the food you love, but the warm, familiar atmosphere that makes you feel like family. This is a celebration of where we’ve been and where we’re going—together.
When we opened The Rosebud in 1976, our mission was simple: to serve delicious, authentic Italian food with heartfelt hospitality. What began as Bocciola della Rose (“bud of the rose”) quickly became a Chicago favorite, known for dishes like chicken parmesan, veal piccata, chicken vesuvio, and our famous baked ziti—once called the best Tom Hanks ever had.
Over the years, The Rosebud on Taylor Street became a gathering place for both locals and legends—Frank Sinatra, Robert De Niro, Oprah Winfrey, and even Prime Minister Tony Blair. Our walls, lined with photographs and stories, reflect decades of unforgettable moments and remarkable guests.
At every Rosebud location, our menu is built around timeless Italian-American classics that continue to bring comfort and joy to generations of guests. With the reopening of Taylor Street, Carmine’s Chicago, and Rosebud Naperville, we’re excited to bring back the signature dishes and warm hospitality that have made us a part of Chicago’s dining fabric.
The Rosebud on Taylor Street offers an atmosphere that blends vintage charm with timeless elegance. Rich dark wood, plush leather booths, and historic black-and-white photographs reflect our roots in Little Italy. Once home to a macaroni factory, the space now includes a welcoming bar and intimate dining room—formerly a family butcher shop—featuring wood panels, vintage lighting, and artwork steeped in Chicago history.
Upstairs, our private event space accommodates 130–150 guests with two distinct rooms. The front features booths for 16, a 14-seat bar, and cozy tables, while the back room offers a more intimate setting for around 105 guests.
While renovations are underway, we invite you to visit our other Rosebud Restaurants throughout the Chicago area, suburbs, and Boca Raton. And when Taylor Street, Naperville, and Carmine’s reopen this summer, we hope you’ll join us to celebrate tradition, community, and the return of a beloved Rosebud experience. To get the latest on our reopenings, subscribe to our VIP List here.
— With love,
The Rosebud Restaurants Family
