Follia

Follia is a Pizza Place in Lake Forest, IL. The restaurant delivers modern Italian cuisine, highlighting handmade pasta, seasonal ingredients, and a curated wine list within an elegant, upscale environment. It welcomes individuals and groups looking for fine Italian meals, accommodates private celebrations through reservations, and provides take‑out service. The venue carries a 4.30 rating based on online reviews and primarily serves the Lake Forest community.

Founded by chef Bruno Abate, Follia blends tradition with contemporary design. Abate first opened a restaurant named Follia in New York’s Meatpacking District, later launched Tocco in Winnetka, and has now brought the Follia name to Lake Forest. The menu features refined antipasti such as prosciutto di Parma, burrata, and a Roman‑style flatbread called pinsa, alongside specialty items like tuna‑crab tartare, fried calamari and artichokes, scallop‑based capesante, and a selection of handmade pastas, including truffle‑infused tortelli and classic rigatoni. Seasonal salads, soups, and desserts round out the offering, and a curated wine program complements each course. The restaurant emphasizes a thoughtful dining experience that merges classic Italian flavors with modern techniques.

Follia’s focus on handcrafted dishes and a sophisticated setting makes it a distinguished option for Italian dining in Lake Forest.