Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Bucktown / Wicker Park

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1. Taxim

4.7

Exceptional(1115)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 1 time today

Taxim, which is located in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood, features regionally-inspired Greek dishes paired with an all-Greek wine list. The stunning dining room is fitted with soaring 16-foot ceilings, travertine marble floors, dramatic Byzantine-style lamps and artwork, and the rooftop dining area lined with Greek flowering herbs.The restaurant was chosen as one of of Chicago's Best New Restaurants in 2009/2010 by the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine and the Chicago Reader. Additionally, Taxim's housemade yogurt with young favas and lamb confit was selected as one of the Best Bites of 2009 by the Chicago Reader, the house-cured sardines were mentioned in Time Out Chicago's 2009 "100 Best Things We Ate (and drank) This Year" feature, and the wood-grilled octopus was selected as 2010's "Best New Dish" by Chicago magazine. Additionally, chef-owner David Schneider appeared on the Food Network's "Iron Chef America" in April 2011 going head-to-head with Iron Chef Cat Cora.

2. Chop Shop

4.6

Exceptional(432)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Your Wicker Park butcher, deli, and restaurant—all in one lively, casual, and welcoming spot. Located at 2033 W North Ave, just steps from the iconic Flat Iron Building and Milwaukee-Damen-North intersection, Chop Shop is your neighborhood go-to from brunch to late-night dinner. Settle in on our vibrant upstairs patio or cozy indoor seating and enjoy a menu that blends freshly sliced deli sandwiches, juicy steaks, Italian-inspired classics, and our famous burger—each crafted with premium cuts and fresh ingredients. Pair your meal with a craft cocktail or a selection from our extensive beer list. Whether you’re dining in, taking out, or ordering delivery, Chop Shop serves up quality, comfort, and bold flavor in a fun, energetic atmosphere every time.

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3. Beatrix - Fulton Market

4.7

Exceptional(2733)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Loop

Booked 80 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.

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4. Chicago Cut Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(10181)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 44 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. Gibsons Italia

4.9

Exceptional(4480)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 137 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.

6. il Carciofo

4.5

Awesome(490)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 83 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.

7. RPM Seafood

4.6

Exceptional(1977)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • River North (Chicago)

Booked 211 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.

8. Mon Ami Gabi

4.9

Exceptional(8397)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 70 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.

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9. Quartino - Chicago

4.4

Awesome(11279)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 118 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.

10. LUXBAR

4.6

Exceptional(3018)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 100 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.

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Kevin
1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very beautiful restaurant with very attentive staff, had a wonderful time and everything was very delicious.
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Gibsons ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.9
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Jennifer
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was great! Excellent and very attentive service! Thank you.
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Chicago Cut SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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Lance
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Always a great experience at Beatrix. It’s such a cool place to chill over good food and drinks.
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Beatrix - Fulton MarketPrice: Moderate• American• West Loop
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4.7
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susan
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 14, 2025
This restaurant continues to provide excellent food and drink. We visit every time we come into Chicago. The duck pita was succulent. The salad with the carob rusks was so delicious. Also we greatly enjoyed the prassopita which was delectable... a fine appetizer shared by two. I drank the Mountain Sun Semeli rose wine. So fresh and well balanced.
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TaximPrice: Moderate• Greek• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.7
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Talaya
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
The food presentation mtched the taste. It was our first time here, but it won't be the last. Everything was cooked perfectly. The trout dish was flavorful, and all the ingredients blended well together. The short rib arancini I felt was a little light on short rib but the tste distracted me from the of me. They were the right blend of garlic, cheese and crunchy goodness. But the biggest surprise was the foccacia and ricotta appetizer. so creamy.
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Chop ShopPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.6

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