Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in West Loop

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BerwynBucktown / Wicker ParkDowntown / LoopGold Coast / StreetervilleLincoln ParkLittle Italy / University Village

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1. BLVD Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(3075)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 68 times today

BLVD Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse inspired by Hollywood's Sunset Blvd—the golden era's famed strip of dining and entertainment establishments. Our space embodies the glamour and luxury that defined Old Hollywood, offering sophisticated yet approachable service with a chef-driven menu of prime cuts, fresh seafood, and other seasonal favorites from Celebrity Chef/Partner Joe Flamm. Outside, our massive full season patio with a sprawling bar evokes an enchanted ‘secret garden’ look and feel with lush greenery, linen curtains, luxe upholstery, and romantic string lighting.

A photo of Beatrix - Fulton Market restaurant

2. Beatrix - Fulton Market

4.7

Exceptional(2729)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Loop

Booked 131 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, The Loop and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners Andrew Ashmore, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. 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.

3. Gibsons Italia

4.9

Exceptional(4455)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 186 times today

Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

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4. Chicago Cut Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(10158)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 114 times today

Chicago Cut Steakhouse is one of Chicago’s most iconic dining experiences in a city that boasts dozens of options for steak-centric dining. Our downtown Chicago steakhouse offers guests a selection of signature, USDA-certified prime beef that is hand-cut and dry-aged on site. Our curated menu also features fish, shellfish, chops and a selection of unique side dishes and appetizers. In addition to delicious martinis and specialty cocktails, Chicago Cut offers a wine list with more than 600 bottles that has been highlighted Wine Spectator, the world’s leading authority on wine. Our dining area features a lively bar scene, vibrant red velvet banquettes and spacious dining tables, private dining options and beautiful, sweeping views of the Chicago River. In the warm months, we also open our sprawling outdoor dining patio, which makes Chicago Cut an excellent spot for an outdoor brunch, lunch or dinner reservation along the river.

5. RPM Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(1943)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • River North (Chicago)

Booked 184 times today

Introducing RPM Seafood, a dramatic multi-level restaurant overlooking the iconic Chicago River featuring the truest expression of the world’s best fish and seafood.The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Italian, it marks the third collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

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6. Quartino - Chicago

4.5

Awesome(11258)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 126 times today

Quartino Ristorante is a lively, authentic Italian restaurant and wine bar in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Our menu features Italy's regional specialties including artisanal salumi, Neapolitan thin-crust pizza, house-made pasta, and seasonal dishes. Menu items, served in moderate portions and meant to be shared, are perfect for adventurous diners ready for a unique experience.

7. LUXBAR

4.7

Exceptional(3007)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 104 times today

The quintessential American bar, LUXBAR features seasonal and classic cocktails made from freshly pressed juices, premium ice, house made shrubs, and an extensive selection of spirits that runs especially deep in whiskey and bourbon. A "Build Your Own Manhattan" menu, thoughtful, approachable wine list, and beer menu with vintage and local options make the bar a go-to for casual, mid-week drinks and bites with friends, watching weekend sports and post-shopping. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

8. Mon Ami Gabi

4.9

Exceptional(8382)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 73 times today

Honoring classic French cuisine, Mon Ami Gabi is a traditional French bistro located in the heart of Lincoln Park. Our menu features simple French food including Steak Frites, fresh seafood, exquisite bites, and French rolling wine carts. Valet is located at the corner of Lincoln Park West and Belden for $20 cash or Zelle. During the holiday season, for all parties of 9 or more, we ask our guests to call the restaurant directly to book a reservation.Did you know that you can use Lettuce gift cards for carryout and delivery? Just place your order through Lettuce website, the LettuceEats app or any Lettuce restaurant website.

9. Elske

4.8

Exceptional(1302)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Loop

Booked 26 times today

OUTDOOR DINING: Our patio is uncovered and seating is weather dependent. We are not able to move reservations indoors in the case of inclement weather.DIETARY: We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten, dairy, nut/peanut, & shellfish free diets. If any guests in your group have restrictions not listed above, or multiple restrictions, email us at info@elskerestaurant.com before booking, as we may not be able to accommodate. ABOUT: Elske means love in Danish, a nod to both David Posey’s Danish mother and the fact that the couple got engaged in Copenhagen. “Our travels in Denmark have really influenced us,” Chef Posey said. “We like that clean, simple aesthetic.” The dining room, all crisp lines, minimalist décor & soft lighting, is anchored by a wide open kitchen on one side & a small patio with a working fireplace on the other. Combined with friendly service, it creates the impression that you’re eating in a tasteful Scandinavian friend’s weekend home.

10. Barrio

4.5

Awesome(2984)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 56 times today

Located In The Heart Of River North, At 65 West Kinzie Street, Dineamic Hospitality Added Its First Mexican Restaurant, Barrio, To The Hospitality Group'S Culinary Roster In 2017. A Creative Take On Traditional Mexican Fare With American Influences, Barrio Is A 6,000-Square-Foot Space Accommodating 200 Guests Indoors And Throughout Our 3 Private Dining Spaces And 70 Guests Amongst Our Expansive Outdoor Patio. Barrio Is Located Near The Chicago River, Right On The Cusp Of Downtown In River North.

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SherriVIP
New York City •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fish tacos and mango corn salsa are amazing! Great place for indoor or outdoor casual dining. Equally great for lunch or dinner.
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Beatrix - Fulton MarketPrice: Moderate• American• West Loop
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4.7
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CydneyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was so lovely, the staff is friendly and welcoming our server was perfect. The view is breathtaking and the ambience is very pleasing chairs are comfortable seating not to close to other tables. Our food was delicious we had a pasta dish and steak yummy . The mushrooms were so good , it is perfect for a special occasion or anytime. I will definitely put it on my short list .
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Gibsons ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.9
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AIDA
Mexico City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It's a nice place and a wonderful food! Congratulations!
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RPM SeafoodPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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CelineVIP
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Matthew was a great waiter He was very attentive Had a great night
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Chicago Cut SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.8
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Patty
Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The steak was just okay but our waitress and service was excellent.
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BLVD SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Loop
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4.4

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