Best Casual Restaurants in China Town

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AvondaleBerwynBucktown / Wicker ParkCalumet HeightsChina TownDowntown / Loop

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How are Featured results ranked

1. VU Rooftop Lounge

3.9

Excellent(283)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • China Town

Booked 2 times today

VU Rooftop is a 13,000 square foot concept located 22 stories high next door to McCormick Place. Here, you can enjoy an ingredient-driven beverage program, a top-notch culinary experience and unparalleled views of the Lake and Downtown within a modern designed space. VU is a year-round rooftop with outdoor terraces and enclosed spaces. Outdoor seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Due to weather or limited availability, seating may be indoors.

2. Offshore Rooftop

4.3

Awesome(2849)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 35 times today

Offshore is a bright and airy rooftop bar open year-round on the third floor at the East end of Navy Pier. With collapsable floor to ceiling windows you get sweeping views of Lake Michigan and Chicago’s city skyline. Our globally inspired menu features items from coast to coast that include light to substantial fares. Outdoor seating is not guaranteed! It is on a first come first served basis.21 years of age and older after 9pm daily.The last reservation is one hour before closing.

3. Beatrix - Loop

4.7

Exceptional(302)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 28 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s Loop, River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.

A photo of RAMEN-SAN - River North restaurant

4. RAMEN-SAN - River North

4.8

Exceptional(296)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 66 times today

Ramen-san is a bold and energetic neighborhood joint that slings hot noodles, ice-cold beer and rare expressions of Japanese whisky all to the tune of the best ’90s hip-hop in town. It respects the traditions but keep things uniquely untraditional in its yuzu sake bombs, crispy dumplings, spicy kimchi fried ramen and more. The restaurant is open for lunch, dinner and late-night dining seven days a week.

A photo of RAMEN-SAN Whisky Bar - Fulton Market restaurant

5. RAMEN-SAN Whisky Bar - Fulton Market

4.7

Exceptional(775)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 41 times today

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6. Castaways Beach Club

3.8

Excellent(35)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 25 times today

Castaways is synonymous with summertime in Chicago. The iconic boat house on North Avenue Beach features the best views in the city – overlooking the lakefront and the Chicago skyline. The newly reimagined Castaways Beach Club is the perfect blend of old and new. The classic charm of Castaways has been preserved while incorporating modern design elements, additional seating, and elevated food & beverage offerings. The result is a warm and inviting atmosphere that appeals to both loyal regulars and new customers alike. Come and experience the best of both worlds! Castaways is an outdoor venue, suit up for the elements.

7. Grant Park Bistro

4.4

Awesome(40)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • South Loop

Booked 8 times today

Grant Park Bistro is an American bistro focusing on approachable contemporary dishes. The menu highlights dishes made with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients.

8. Kennedy Rooftop

4.6

Exceptional(286)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 17 times today

Welcome to the Kennedy Rooftop! Whether you are joining us for a date, celebration, Happy Hour, or simply looking to dine with unobstructed views of the Chicago skyline, we are happy you can join us. Both reservations and walk-ins are accepted!

9. Kashmir

4.6

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • West Loop

Booked 2 times today

A tribute to the golden age of NYC nightlife, Kashmir is a music lounge and cocktail bar featuring live music, art, theatrical performances and DJs in Chicago’s Fulton Market District.On any given night you’ll discover DJs, up-and-coming rockers, jazz bands and theatrical performances. Influenced by the subversive late night party culture of decades past, Kashmir is an homage to the over-the-top parties of New York clubs in the 80's set in a stylish room with sexy interiors filled with Italian panache and Parisian chic. Located at the end of Randolph Street in Chicago’s Fulton Market District, Kashmir is an escapist nightlife experience from international hospitality group Bonhomme.We love walk-ins, accommodated on a first come, first served basis but always suggest Table Reservations that can be made easily via OpenTable. Please EMAIL us at CHRIS@KASHMIRCLUB.COM.

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10. Abrah Bakery & Daily Bistro

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3.8

Excellent(10)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Lincoln Park

Booked 24 times today

Abrah blends modern European flavors with a unique two-part concept: a to-go bakery offering fresh-baked bread and pastries daily, and a dine-in bistro serving seasonal plates, craft cocktails, and a curated wine list. Don’t miss our signature Chicken Kyiv — a house favorite.

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From verified diners like you

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Cory
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Good vibes and a wonderful view of the city of Chicago.
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VU Rooftop LoungePrice: Moderate• American• China Town
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3.9
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OmarVIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great dinner. The team there were very accommodating and sweet from the hostess, waiter and manager (as we had infant with a stroller). Food was great too. Will be back!
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Beatrix - LoopPrice: Moderate• American• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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Thomas
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was excellent. The real issue we had was that we sat for about fifteen minutes without any attention from service staff. People who came in after us were eating before our order was taken. Once a server did arrive (I don’t think it was his table), service was good.
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RAMEN-SAN - River NorthPrice: Moderate• Japanese• River North (Chicago)
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4.8
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Rowena
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The vibe was awesome and the food and service was really enjoyable.
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Offshore RooftopPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.3
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Victoria
Miami - Dade •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 25, 2025
Best Raven in the US. Coming back next month when in town.
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RAMEN-SAN Whisky Bar - Fulton MarketPrice: Moderate• Japanese• West Loop
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4.7

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