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4.7
Exceptional(15294)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 237 times today
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.
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4.7
Exceptional(12472)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 117 times today
Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit, featuring a contemporary menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.
A photo of Bazaar Meat Chicago restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(656)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • River North (Chicago)
Booked 46 times today
THE JOSÉ ANDRÉS STEAKHOUSE - Enjoy Washugyu Ribeye, Rosewood Ribeye, Coffee Rubbed Wagyu Hanger Steak, and a carefully curated theater of José’s favorite shared plates. Bazaar Meat consistently wows its guests with thoughtfully created cocktails, theatrical presentations, and attentive welcoming service. The Bazaar takes guests on an iconic sensory adventure of Michelin Star winning chef José Andres' Spanish roots, from Jamón Ibérico to Spanish Octopus, in a bold, playful atmosphere where anything is possible.Experience intimate & elegant dining ambience with an optional curated tasting menu that weaves from raw preparations to the to prized Ribeyes aged to perfection. Enjoy José’s inventive take on carpaccio to the most tender rotisserie-style meat. Bazaar Meat offers unbeatable downtown views of the skyline and Chicago River with private dining and event spaces. Join us for a memorable date night, special occasion, and immersive kitchen view seating. Gluten free options available.
A photo of Gioia Ristorante e Pastificio restaurant
4.3
Awesome(555)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 3 times today
GIOIA, [joy-ah] meaning joy in Italian, brings the joy of Italian cuisine to Chicago. Infusing the romance and traditions of Italy with the energy and sophistication of Chicago's West Loop.We open for dinner, nightly beginning at 5pm, for delicious dishes created by our own, Chef Cristiano Bassani. Check our social @gioiachicago for more!
A photo of Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails restaurant
4.4
Awesome(686)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 74 times today
Located in Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling offers a captivating steakhouse diningexperience. Chef Partner is James Beard Award-winning Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldlyperspective and decades of wood-fired cooking. With our live-fire show kitchen, prime steaks, fresh seafoodand handcrafted cocktails, Kindling brings the warmth of the hearth to the heart of the city. It's the idealsetting for pre-theatre dinner, a large group business lunch, and after-work happy hour at the bar.Follow us on social @kindlingchicago & @chefsawyer!
A photo of Jameson's Charhouse - Skokie restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1778)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Skokie
Booked 11 times today
Fine-eating establishments know the essence of the restaurant business. It isn't merely enough to provide good food. The truly memorable dining experience depends upon several other ingredients from the top food selections, to the most dedicated people serving you. We want to lift your dining experience to a whole new level of harmony, which shows in our atmosphere and our philosophy to bring you an experience that is simply unparalleled in the restaurant industry.For more than 30 years, Jameson's Charhouse has served quality steaks, chops, and fresh fish, for exceptional value. Our extensive menu selections feature modern American cuisine full of delicious choices.
A photo of The Metropolitan restaurant
4.3
Awesome(524)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Loop
You’re invited for an exclusive ‘guest pass’ dining experience at Chicago's finest Private Business and Social Club, The Metropolitan, on floor 67 of the iconic Willis Tower. This reservation includes limited access to our Private Club. Member events, benefits, charge privileges etc, are for Members Only. While enjoying the Club, ask about your invitation to Membership for future All Club ACCESS to Dine. Host. Connect. Work. And Play. DRESS CODE: Smart Casual. No rips or tears in denim, athletic wear, hats or sandals. Jackets are recommended for gentlemen in Craftsman. Text: 312-940-9375 or Call: 312-876-3200.All food and beverage purchases are subject to an automatic 20% Service Charge, which is distributed by the Club to food and beverage service employees. The Service Charge is not a tip or gratuity. Please inform your server if you or anyone in your party has food allergies or special dietary requirements. ©Invited. All rights reserved.

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