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Summer House - Chicago
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(8,282)Lincoln Park - 2
Robert's Pizza and Dough Company
Price: Expensive•Pizzeria•4.8(2,286)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 3
3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(3,863)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
Girl & the Goat
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(15,370)West Loop - 5
Shore Club
Price: Expensive•Global, International•4.5(759)Gold Coast / Streeterville
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Pizzeria Portofino
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,101)River North (Chicago) - 2
Cindy's Rooftop
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.4(147)Downtown / Loop - 3
STK – Chicago
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.2(6,725)River North (Chicago) - 4
La Victoria Barra + Cocina Mexicana
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.4(416)Logan Square - 5
Offshore Rooftop
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.2(2,842)Gold Coast / Streeterville
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Tre Dita
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,357)River North (Chicago) - 2
Le Colonial - Chicago
Price: Very Expensive•Vietnamese•4.8(8,148)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 3
Maple & Ash - Chicago
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(4,386)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
Prime & Provisions Steakhouse
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(5,912)River North (Chicago) - 5
Sepia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(5,497)West Loop
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Jeong
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Korean•4.9(883)Modern Korean dining in an elegant yet approachable atmosphere.
At the moment, we are very limited in regards to accommodating dietary restrictions. We can only accommodate pescatarians. We are a very small team at the moment and once we are streamlined we will be accepting more dietary restrictions! Please bear with us!Rollapalooza
Price: Moderate•Sushi•5(379)COZY AND WARM RESTAURANT. FRESH AND DELICIOUS RESTAURANT. WE ARE NOT NO.1 RESTAURANT. HOWEVER WE DO OUR BEST TO SERVE OUR CUSTOMERS.
312 Fish Market
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.9(25)Hidden inside 88 Marketplace is 312 Fish Market -- a sushi lover's dream. We take great pride in improving upon your favorite nigiri, sashimi, hand rolls, sushi rolls, and party sets in new and creative ways.
As we do not compromise on quality, our chef sources the best fish from all over the world including Tuna, Madai, Kanpachi, Uni, Caviar, and more.
312 Fish Market is a BYOB establishment.
Closed every Wednesday.
We are also available for pickup, delivery and catering.
Please reach us at 312FishMarket@gmail.com or 872-222-7288.Cariño
Price: Very Expensive•Latin American•4.9(15)Cariño
1. (afecto) love ⧫ affection
2. (apelativo) darling ⧫ honey
Cariño is a Spanish word that refers to a feeling of fondness or love that a person has for someone or something.
This concept is an immersive culinary journey offering a Latin-inspired tasting menu and taco omakase by Chef Norman Fenton. Each dish has been meticulously crafted to highlight the rich tapestry of flavors and ingredients found across Latin America. These unique combinations of traditional and contemporary techniques, promise to deliver an elevated dining experience that surprises and delights.
Every little detail of Cariño's intimate setting is deeply personal and tells a story rooted in family and love of craft offering each guest an opportunity for a truly memorable dining experience.
From July 23 to July 26, we’ll be hosting a multi-night experience exclusively for Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardmembers. Book now: https://www.opentable.com/r/carino-chi/sapphire-summer-reserved
The Alderman
Price: Moderate•Cocktail Bar•4.9(243)Winner of the 2022 Jean Banchet Award for Best Bar, THE ALDERMAN is an intimate, 16-seat cocktail bar tucked away, behind closed doors, within Pilsen Yards. The cocktail list rotates some of its original cocktail features, while the twists on American classics are staples of the cocktail list.
With a plush velvet banquette and a 4-seat counter, it’s the perfect room for a night cap, a date, or a casual evening of one to several astonishingly good cocktails.Sushi by Bou- Gold Coast Chicago @ Claridge House
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.9(237)Step into Sushi By Bou Gold Coast, where every bite is a step back to the roaring 20s! Our curated Omakase, meaning "Chef's Choice,"' promises a journey through culinary elegance and refinement. Choose from our classic 12-course offering at $65, or indulge in the opulent 'Bougie' Omakase, $100 for 17 pieces, seated hourly. Nestled in the Claridge House Hotel our Gold Coast Bou is where Gatsby glamor meets the art of sushi amidst jazz tunes and speakeasy vibes. Elevate your experience with exotic cocktails and premium sake, perfect for sushi pairing. Date Nights, Birthdays, or intimate private seatings, let us whisk you away on a journey of urban mystique. Visit all of our unique locations, each with its own culture-inspired vibe! Reserve now to secure a coveted seat at Sushi By Bou.
3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(3,863)The 3 Arts Club Café resides in the grand central garden courtyard of RH Chicago, the Gallery at the Historic Three Arts Club, a 70,000-square-foot design gallery in Chicago's famed Gold Coast neighborhood. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. RH Chicago also features the 3 Arts Club Wine Vault.
For group dining inquiries, please email: chicagohospitality@rh.comHiro Izakaya
Price: Expensive•Japanese Speciality•4.7(15)A Modern Izakaya with Tokyo Edge and Chicago Soul.
Hiro Izakaya brings a bold modern take on the Japanese izakaya to Chicago. Inspired by Tokyo’s spirit of tradition-meets-innovation, the menu spans live fire robata dishes, inventive handrolls, flavor-packed small plates, and sweets with edge. Hiro is a space where flavor, rhythm, and hospitality come together — laid-back, but dialed-in. Come to eat, drink, connect, and stay awhile.
Willow Cafe and Bistro
Price: Moderate•Bistro•4.9(3)Willow Cafe and Bistro was built on our passion for our community and a desire to gather in a space where every dish shares our love of good food. Immerse yourself in the heart of Lincoln Square with our bright windows, lively seating, and fresh American Bistro menus. From the setting summer sun to windy winters, Willow Cafe and Bistro offers comforting bliss.Dove's Luncheonette
Price: Moderate•Tex-Mex•4.9(26)Drawing inspiration from bygone diners, Dove’s Luncheonette is your local neighborhood diner featuring southern-inspired Mexican cuisine, alongside a tequila and mezcal-focused bar program, and vinyl records.
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- CCarolinaCincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoI loved this place! The service is amazing! And the food is excellent, highly recommended!More infoSummer House - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• American• Lincoln Park•4.7
- SsarahVIPPhoenix / Arizona •13 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoLoved our experience! Delicious cocktails that always tasted refreshing and delicious, appetizers were fantastic but not overwhelming, and the pizza was perfect! Great views, great music, great selections on the menu, and the service was good!More infoPizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)•4.8
- RRCPhiladelphia County •9 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoService was attentive and the food was wonderful. They did a wonderful job making sure my toddler kids were taken care of.More infoGirl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop•4.7
- DDawnVIPDetroit / Eastern Michigan •5 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoCool vibes and great food. Server was attentive and water was replenished oftenMore infoAba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop•4.7
- LLourdes JazminChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoTavern pizza was delicious. Nice and crispy! Service and atmosphere was excellent.More infoZarella Pizzeria & TavernaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• River North (Chicago)•4.8
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