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A photo of Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! restaurant
1. Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!
4.8
Exceptional(517)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • River North (Chicago)
Booked 85 times today
Welcome to Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! in River North. The little sister of Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reeba! in Lincoln Park, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! stays true to its Spanish roots serving a wide variety of iconic small plates like Patatas Bravas, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, and our signature Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer. Of course, no celebration would be complete without our classic Sangria. ¡Salud!
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2. Tapas Valencia
4.8
Exceptional(2514)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • South Loop
Booked 14 times today
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.
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3. South Branch
4.6
Exceptional(1279)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 102 times today
One of the best restaurants in Chicago’s Loop in the heart of downtown. Enjoy full views of the Chicago River, nestled among the city’s skyline.
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4. The J. Parker
4.0
Excellent(211)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincoln Park
Booked 33 times today
Sitting proudly above Hotel Lincoln, The J. Parker offers the most spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline. Enjoy the unobstructed scenery from one of the atrium's 140 outside seats or 55 seats inside. The J. Parker is a perfect space for private events, or a night on the town. If you're interested in hosting an event for 10 or more people, please reach out to our Events Team at salescatering@hotellincolnchicago.com.
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5. The L Station
3.9
Excellent(166)
Price: Expensive
• Soul food • River North (Chicago)
Booked 37 times today
The L Station is a vision personified by the owners. As a family, they have always enjoyed catering, hosting gatherings, and providing a rich experience for their family, friends, and guests. Now, they are sharing their love for great vibes and an even better dining experience with the entire Chicagoland area through their labor of love, The L Station, Luxe + Soul.
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6. DJ’s Great Room
4.6
Exceptional(24)
Price: Moderate
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 15 times today
DJ’s Great Room is a neighborhood restaurant and cocktail bar offering modern American dining in a comfortable, relaxed, and classic setting. Step into The Anteroom, where a stunning bar and captivating design set the stage for your culinary journey. As you enter the Great Room, the space opens up, inviting you to gather with friends, colleagues, or family. DJ's Great Room is the embodiment of what a neighborhood eatery should be: a welcoming space where good food, good company, and good times come together.
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7. Selva
4.6
Exceptional(48)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • West Loop
Booked 4 times today
Located on the 7th floor rooftop of The Emily Hotel in Chicago’s Fulton Market District, Selva is a rooftop lounge inspired by the energy of Mexico by night. Stylishly moody and intriguingly vibrant, it's here you’ll find an elevated list of handcrafted cocktails that transport you to another place and a menu of casual fare to savor over shared stories and rounds of mezcal.To our friends, our lovers, and our enemies too - Salud!
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8. RAMEN-SAN Whisky Bar - Fulton Market
4.7
Exceptional(778)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • West Loop
Booked 25 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.
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9. Gaslight
4.8
Exceptional(1)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincoln Park
Booked 11 times today
Gaslight is a lively neighborhood sports bar in Lincoln Park with three full bars, a delicious menu, and a spacious year-round patio open seven days a week for brunch, dine-in, carryout & delivery.
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10. R J Grunt's
4.7
Exceptional(2049)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincoln Park
Booked 29 times today
The first Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, Grunts still exudes the funky, devil-may-care lifestyle of the 70s in its style, décor, music, and menu. Happily for all of us, the best eating of that day continues to be some of the best today. While there's a huge menu that's as much fun to eat your way through as it is to read, many of Grunts' old favorites spark return visits. The burgers are arguably the best in town. The new 'digital' salad bar boasts many of your favorite fresh ingredients daily. Giant malts and milkshakes are hand scooped and come in a rainbow of favors. Oh! Don't forget the barbecued baby back ribs, and sandwich specials.

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