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- OKOrlandoKvipSan Antonio •74 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoMeal was excellent . I enjoyed the lobster roll and Spanish octopus appetizer. My wife loved her food too .. kiddos ate the lobster and steak .. will be backMore infoCatch 35 - Chicago$$$$• Seafood• Downtown / Loop•4.6
- CACAPSyIndiana •5 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoIt's great to have such a lively and delicious restaurant in the Loop. Good variety of options; sharable portions; enthusiastic atmosphere without being over the top with noise or crowds; friendly and delicious. Whether for lunch, drinks and/or dinner, it's a crowd pleaser and has never disappointed. The Fava bean hummus is a must have. Crab cake appetizer as a meal is perfect following the sharing of several starters. Scallops are delish, as is the roasted chicken and the steak. And the salads are fresh and filling on their own. Go and enjoy1More infoRoanoke$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop•4.5
- TTeddyvipChicago / Illinois •150 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoI was there a week ago and liked it enough that I took some other friends and my wife there. They all had meals they liked and made comments like "Why haven't been here before?". My wife asked for rare prime rib and said it was near perfectly rare. The others had sandwiches which made me want to come back for them. I had the steak tar tar again, still good. Instead of a steak, I had the crab cakes. The cakes themselves were good, although they could have used some Old Bay. The remoulade was bland and looked/tasted like a tartar sauce. Bland. Remoulade should have a complimentary spice flavor to whatever it's served with. That said, this has been my only complaint in two visits. As with the first time, our waiter was fun and spot on with the martinis.More infoRemington's$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop•4.7
- JEJackieEChicago / Illinois •7 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023This was a very cute restaurant. My party was seated right away, and our server took care of us and was attentive. The Dearborn burger was recommended and we were not disappointed! With the added caramelized onions it was the best. We replaced the fries with truffle fries which made a great addition. We had the seafood ceviche and it was surprisingly really good! I just wish there were more chips to cover the amount provided. Overall we had a nice dining experience.More infoThe Dearborn$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerSan Diego •5 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Stopped in here for brunch before catching the train back home after our anniversary celebration - staff was so attentive and kind, surprising us with the most amazing crème brûlée!! Nice, quiet atmosphere and everyone was so friendly. Also, right across from Millennium Park:)More infoThe Gage$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop•4.7
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Wednesday Bitchy BINGO!
Lips - ChicagoSouth Loop$32.95 per personReserveSpecial menu
Hotsy Totsy
Sushi by Bou Gold CoastRiver North (Chicago)$80.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Self Guided Deep Dish Pizza Tour
Finger Licking Foodie Tours - ChicagoNear North$65.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Nine Course Tasting Menu
The M RoomRiver North (Chicago)$50.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Chef Macku's 7 course tasting menu
KōmoWest Loop$160.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
19-Course Omakase | Jinsei Motto - $175
CH Distillery | Jinsei MottoWest Loop$100.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Date Night Package
Sushi Suite 202Old Town$150.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Bougie Experience
Sushi by Bou - West LoopBelmont Central / Cragin$100.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Enjoy a 3-course meal tour to Argentina
Artango Bar & SteakhouseLincoln Square$40.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
The M Room Experience @ The M Room
Roka Akor - ChicagoRiver North (Chicago)$50.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Learn to Speak Italian - Lambrusco
AcantoDowntown / Loop$30.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Patio Table
RPM SeafoodRiver North (Chicago)$2.50 per personReserveSpecial menu
Fish & Wine Combo!
The FlorentineDowntown / Loop$50.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
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Gyu-Kaku - Chicago, IL | StreetervilleRiver North (Chicago)$50.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Adorn Tasting Menu
Adorn Bar & RestaurantGold Coast / Streeterville$150.00 per personReserve
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Chicago's downtown Loop district is a bustling center of commerce known for its historical scenery and unique urban culture. Located between Chicago Street and Harrison Street, the Loop is also home to numerous eateries that draw inspiration from across the world. Visitors to the Loop regularly enjoy Chicago-style deep-dish pizza and hot dogs. While these classic offerings have earned a reputation as Chicago's most popular foods, foodies and culinary experts are impressed by the Loop's hip restaurants that are revolutionizing the dining scene. Many small restaurants in the Loop offer upscale New American fare. New American dishes often consist of traditional American dishes that are fused with foreign flavors. People in search of romantic dining environments can enjoy upscale steakhouses. Small family-owned Southern and Eastern European restaurants are also popular in the Downtown/Loop area.
Frequently asked questions
Dog friendly restaurants in Downtown Chicago include Atwood, Ocean Prime - Chicago and The Berghoff Restaurant
Child friendly restaurants in Downtown Chicago include The Walnut Room - Chicago, The Berghoff Restaurant and Petterino's
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