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Contadino, an Italian Restaurant, To Open in Wilmette
Will take shape this month at former site of 'The Avenue'

Google Maps image of 1146 Wilmette Ave.
Another Italian restaurant plans to open at 1146 Wilmette Ave. in Wilmette.
Chicago Magazine reports Contadino, an Italian eatery, plans to open in the space once home to The Avenue this month. Contadino (Italian for “farmer”) plans a more authentic Italian menu, Chef Will Johnson said.
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The restaurant will prepare pizzas Sicilian-style, with a thick, focaccia-like crust. Johnson thinks his beefsteak rotolo will stand out—a pounded-thin flank steak rolled up with walnut pesto. The menu will feature three risottos made from Acquerello rice.
The new decor is indicative of the improved restaurant, Johnson said.
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