Tuscany on Taylor Refreshes Its Menu — and Little Italy's Dining Scene Is All the Better for It

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/University Village Little Italy · March 11, 2026

There's a fresh reason to pull up a chair on Taylor Street this week. Tuscany on Taylor, the long-standing Italian dining cornerstone at 1014 W. Taylor St., has rolled out a newly updated menu, giving both regulars and first-time visitors something new to explore along one of Chicago's most celebrated restaurant corridors.

The update adds a welcome jolt of energy to a stretch of Taylor Street that continues to draw diners from across the city. Tuscany on Taylor has long been recognized among the neighborhood's top Italian destinations — alongside fellow Taylor Street staples like Franco's Ristorante, Tufano's Vernon Park Tap, and The Embassy Public House — making any evolution to its offerings a noteworthy moment for the community. With spring just around the corner and outdoor patio season approaching fast, the timing couldn't be better for a menu refresh that invites neighbors and newcomers alike to rediscover a classic.

Whether you're a longtime Tuscany devotee curious about what's new or a University Village resident looking for the perfect midweek dinner spot, now is the ideal time to stop in and see what's changed. Share your new favorite dish on social media using #TuscanyOnTaylor and tag @SocialhoodChicago — let's celebrate the flavors that keep Little Italy at the heart of Chicago's dining scene!

Sources:
1. https://www.yelp.com/biz/tuscany-taylor-chicago
2. https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=Taylor+Street+Restaurants+Chicago&find_loc=Chicago,+IL