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Summer House - Chicago
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(8,319)Lincoln Park - 2
Robert's Pizza and Dough Company
Price: Expensive•Pizzeria•4.8(2,330)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 3
3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(3,903)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
Girl & the Goat
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(15,427)West Loop - 5
River Roast
Price: Expensive•American•4.4(3,491)River North (Chicago)
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Pizzeria Portofino
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,192)River North (Chicago) - 2
STK – Chicago
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.2(6,751)River North (Chicago) - 3
Cindy's Rooftop
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.4(179)Downtown / Loop - 4
Adalina
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.6(2,586)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 5
Cabra - Chicago
Price: Expensive•Peruvian•4.6(3,271)West Loop
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Tre Dita
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,407)River North (Chicago) - 2
Prime & Provisions Steakhouse
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.8(5,943)River North (Chicago) - 3
Le Colonial - Chicago
Price: Very Expensive•Vietnamese•4.8(8,180)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
Maple & Ash - Chicago
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(4,398)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 5
Sepia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(5,515)West Loop
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Moody Tongue Brewing Company
Price: Very Expensive•Brewery•4.9Founded in 2014 in Chicago by cousins Jared Rouben (Brewmaster) and Jeremy Cohn (CEO), Moody Tongue is built on the philosophy of culinary brewing, appealing to those with a discerning palate or, as Rouben describes, a "moody tongue." Utilizing his extensive culinary background and brewing education, Rouben approaches brewing with a chef's mindset. In 2019, the brewery relocated and expanded to launch two dining concepts: (1) a lively, à la carte restaurant, THE BAR, and (2) an elevated, intimate fine dining restaurant, THE DINING ROOM, helmed by Executive Chef James Bingham. Since opening, Moody Tongue has been honored to receive stars in the Chicago MICHELIN Guide in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Please note: our tasting menu is exclusively available in The Dining Room; our a la carte menu is exclusively available in The Bar.
For parties with 7+ guests, please e-mail contact@moodytongue.com for reservation inquiries as well as information regarding Semi-Private and Private Events.La Cantina Grill
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(18)La Cantina Grill is one of Chicago's Favorite Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar. We have received numerious Best in Chicago Awards For 2010, 103.5 KISSFM Listners...Best Tequila & Margarita Bars.
Our Los Famosos Culinary Team, from Mexico, only prepares top quality dishes using only the freshest (delivered daily) ingredients for our guests. Our bar is always stocked with over 150 tequilas from Mexico and around the world to serve up our famous margaritas, sangrias & mojitos. We welcome you and all of our guests from Chicago & around the world to dine with us, at La Cantina Grill.We are La Cantina Grill, an authentic Mexican restaurant in Chicago’s South Loop. We are located near Soldier Field and McCormick Place at 1911 S. Michigan Avenue. We have a full-service restaurant, bar, outdoor patio, and offer carryout, delivery, and catering.
Chicago Oyster House
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.7(876)When it comes to finding the best oyster restaurant in the country, look no further than Chicago Oyster House. Chicago Oyster House has been ranked among the top 21 oyster houses for the entire United States by The Daily Meal, and it continues to serve excellent food. The casual atmosphere and friendly staff make it a perfect spot to dine or catch up with friends, and the varied menu has plenty to offer.Diners at Chicago Oyster House can order entrees such as fresh oysters, sushi, sashimi, lobster tails, spring rolls and chicken fingers. There are also a number of different daily specials throughout the week, and guests are encouraged to check out the website to see what is coming up. Chicago Oyster House is also happy to host private meetings or parties, and those looking for such services are encouraged to call to discuss details.Tapas Valencia
Price: Moderate•Tapas / Small Plates•4.8(2,513)Located in Chicago’s South loop, we offer creative Spanish tapas, unique cocktails, and a lively atmosphere with walls adorned in multi-colored mosaic artwork reminiscent of the art of the great Spanish artists Joan Miro and Antoni Gaudí! Whether you’re dining with friends and family, exploring on a first date, or planning your next big event, Tapas Valencia is the perfect backdrop for any occasion. We carry on the tradition of great food and service that was started at our original location, Mesón Sabika in Naperville.
Sofi Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(1,720)Born in Milan to a renowned restaurant family, Chef/Owner Maurizio Michi has always had a passion for cooking.
This Northern Italian Restaurant features classics that include, Ossobuco alla Milanese, Braised Short Ribs of Beef, Veal Chop Emiliana, Fish Stew Viareggina, along with Steaks, Lamb Chops and grilled Sea Bass Branzino all of which are executed to perfection under his watchful eye.
Sofi also offers authentic Italian pastas that are prepared in house daily with the freshest ingredients in the market.
Bread, Focaccia and all of our desserts are also prepared daily.
some examples of the desserts include Panna Cotta, Chocolate Souffle, TiramiSu and Ricotta cheese cake.
The wine list is comprised mainly of wine from Italian vineyards with some California exceptions.
Hospitable and Welcoming, Sofi creates the perfect Italian Restaurant experience.AO Hawaiian Hideout
Price: Moderate•Hawaiian•4.7(21)Aloha - please note, we require a NON-REFUNDABLE RESERVATION FEE of $5/adult, this will NOT be deducted to your final bill. We welcome all walk-ins or you can simply call us directly to rsvp. AO Hawaiian Hideout (est.2013) is a husband and wife team, serving ono grinds & boozy libations. We invite you to join us on a journey through the tropics...our little hidden gem, serving home-style comfort foods that will have you coming back for more. Sit back, relax and enjoy our home away from home. Come one or come all, as we are a short walk from Chicago's main attractions. We offer dine-in, carry-out, delivery, catering and buffets for large party celebrations.
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- SSueNew York City •11 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoFoood was excellent. Just don’t listen to the amount of pple it says each size feeds - it was easily 1-2 more than that so we over ordered. It was all delicous thoughMore infoLou Malnati's - South LoopPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• South Loop•4.6
- KKellyCincinnati / Dayton •9 reviews4.0Dined 7 days agoHad no idea we had to use a call box to get in Service was ok Great black pink videos/music playing 2 of our meals were great! 2 not so much — took 2 bites and left those meals — would’ve appreciated a bit off the bill for thoseMore infoTAK Korean BistroPrice: Moderate• Korean• South Loop•4.2
- CChyristinaChicago / Illinois •23 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 16, 2025It was a great experience in the middle of the afternoon.More infoAO Hawaiian HideoutPrice: Moderate• Hawaiian• South Loop•4.7
- RRobertVIPChicago / Illinois •29 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 5, 2025Came for the bottomless mimosa brunch and as this was our first visit, was delightfully surprised by the experience, the great service and food was surprisingly good, too. It was a breakfast menu but done with skill and flavor. Sat outside (recommended) on a beautiful sunny day, across the street from Chicago's incredible NASCAR street race. So thunderous engine noise, but honestly was fun to be in the midst of it. We live in the area and will definitely be back. Solid value and hospitality.More infoGrant Park BistroPrice: Moderate• American• South Loop•4.3
- LLukeChicago / Illinois •3 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 28, 2025It was fantastic, we had my wife's 40th birthday there. The host, Sheridan, was very accommodating and so friendly. The service was great and the food was better. The location is perfect for a good meal before heading to the museum campusMore infoBurger Bar ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Burgers• South Loop•4.5
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South Loop offers a variety of dining options that draw people in from all over. One will find a vast array of eateries near the neighborhood's museums and historical areas like Japanese and Thai cuisine as well as some of Chicago’s top casual restaurants. If you're in the mood for something else in the neighborhood, you can get pierogi from a Polish restaurant or tapas from a Mexican restaurant. Visitors should be sure to sample local home-grown flavors like the Windy City’s very own deep dish-style pizza and authentic Chicago-styled hot dogs. For those who simply want a classic burger and a craft brew, try one of the pubs around the Chicago Bears’ Soldier Field.
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Child friendly restaurants in South Loop include Lou Malnati's - South Loop, Connie's Pizza in Bridgeport and Tapas Valencia
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