3-STAR DINING REVIEW

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Carbo-loading: The mortadella pizza, above, at Balena has pistachio and red onion. (William DeShazer/Chicago Tribune)

Prices: Pizza/pasta $10-$19, entrees $19-$22
Credit cards: A, DC, DS, M, V
Reservations: Strongly recommended
Noise: Conversation-friendly
Other: Wheelchair accessible; valet parking

Ratings key:
Four Stars: Outstanding
Three Stars: Excellent
Two Stars: Very good
One Star: Good
No stars: Unsatisfactory

Reviews are based on no fewer than two visits. The reviewer makes every effort to remain anonymous. Meals are paid for by the Tribune.

pvettel@tribune.com

Twitter @philvettel
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