It's held a Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2022 and has carried the recognition four years running, with a fifth bid reportedly in progress. The signature Italiano sandwich anchors the counter menu; food can run 30-45 minutes during a busy rush, which is what the patio seating is for.
A roughly $100-for-two prix fixe date-night menu is also on offer. Its sibling restaurant, Union, opened nearby in Logan Square on the strength of Lardon's reputation.
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