Ballyhoo Hospitality has announced the opening of its second DeNucci's location in Highland Park this month. Inspired by its sister location in Lincoln Park, the Highland Park restaurant brings classic Italian-inspired favorites to the North Shore. The new DeNucci's is located at 1850 2nd Street in the heart of downtown Highland Park. Named after family friend Joseph DeNucci, the restaurant celebrates East Coast Italian heritage.
“We’re incredibly grateful to be welcomed into the Highland Park community and to contribute to the renovation of this wonderful area,” said Ryan O'Donnell, Founder & CEO of Ballyhoo Hospitality. "The North Shore has been close to our hearts since we opened our first restaurant here in 2020. With several thriving locations across the area today, we’re thrilled to bring DeNucci’s to the Highland Park neighborhood and share our passion for delicious food and genuine hospitality with this wonderful community."
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The menu at DeNucci’s features classics like artichoke vesuvio, orecchiette pugliese, and veal scallopini, along with New York-style pizzas crafted from Salvatore “Sal” Lo Cascio’s recipe, including gluten-free Sicilian-style options. A kids' menu and catering selections add to the restaurant’s family-friendly appeal. Rotating nightly specials from Monday through Friday bring comforting Italian flavors, with dishes like eggplant parmigiana, lasagna bolognese, pappardelle Genovese, and chicken scarpariello.
The beverage program features a selection of Italian wines and cocktails with a twist on Italian flavors, including the Sbagliato, Limoncello Spritz, Calabria Picante Margarita, and a signature Negroni. DeNucci’s Highland Park will open with a weekday Happy Hour from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., offering a selection of aperitivi, house wine, and Peroni alongside a selection of small bites including pizzette and garlic knot sliders.
The ambiance at DeNucci’s includes a color palette that combines walnut-stained wood, polished brass, and muted craft tiles. The bar seats up to 26, while the spacious dining room accommodates 130 guests. An expansive outdoor patio offers alfresco dining in warmer months.
DeNucci's invites the Highland Park community to enjoy Sunday-Thursday from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 4:30 to 10:30 p.m., with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options available.
Ballyhoo Hospitality has announced the opening of its second DeNucci's location in Highland Park this month. Inspired by its sister location in Lincoln Park, the Highland Park restaurant brings classic Italian-inspired favorites to the North Shore. The new DeNucci's is located at 1850 2nd Street in the heart of downtown Highland Park. Named after family friend Joseph DeNucci, the restaurant celebrates East Coast Italian heritage.
“We’re incredibly grateful to be welcomed into the Highland Park community and to contribute to the renovation of this wonderful area,” said Ryan O'Donnell, Founder & CEO of Ballyhoo Hospitality. "The North Shore has been close to our hearts since we opened our first restaurant here in 2020. With several thriving locations across the area today, we’re thrilled to bring DeNucci’s to the Highland Park neighborhood and share our passion for delicious food and genuine hospitality with this wonderful community."
The menu at DeNucci’s features classics like artichoke vesuvio, orecchiette pugliese, and veal scallopini, along with New York-style pizzas crafted from Salvatore “Sal” Lo Cascio’s recipe, including gluten-free Sicilian-style options. A kids' menu and catering selections add to the restaurant’s family-friendly appeal. Rotating nightly specials from Monday through Friday bring comforting Italian flavors, with dishes like eggplant parmigiana, lasagna bolognese, pappardelle Genovese, and chicken scarpariello.
The beverage program features a selection of Italian wines and cocktails with a twist on Italian flavors, including the Sbagliato, Limoncello Spritz, Calabria Picante Margarita, and a signature Negroni. DeNucci’s Highland Park will open with a weekday Happy Hour from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., offering a selection of aperitivi, house wine, and Peroni alongside a selection of small bites including pizzette and garlic knot sliders.
The ambiance at DeNucci’s includes a color palette that combines walnut-stained wood, polished brass, and muted craft tiles. The bar seats up to 26, while the spacious dining room accommodates 130 guests. An expansive outdoor patio offers alfresco dining in warmer months.
DeNucci's invites the Highland Park community to enjoy Sunday-Thursday from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 4:30 to 10:30 p.m., with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options available.
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