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4.7
Exceptional(2420)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Lincolnwood
Booked 37 times today
Stefani Prime (Italian) brings Chicago dining; experience to Lincolnwood in a modern and comfortable environment. It offers prime cuts, the freshest seafood, signature Italian dishes and more. More than just a steakhouse, the name Stefani Prime is a nod to offering the best of everything from premium fare to top notch service. Stefani Prime is a collaborative effort between famed restaurateur Phil Stefani, wife Karen (owner of Inspired Catering & Events), and their children Gina and Anthony, the next generation of the Stefani restaurant group. Right off the Edens expressway, Stefani Prime is the ideal meeting place where the North Shore meets the city with guests enjoying a “city dining” experience without having to battle the downtown traffic and parking challenges.
A photo of Anelya restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(330)
Price: Expensive
• Ukrainian • Avondale
Booked 22 times today
Comforting favorites in Avondale by Chefs Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim inspired by old-world cooking. Start your meal with a selection of beverages like a bottle of trendy orange wine or head to the bar after work with no reservation needed for a craft cocktail like The Muse with gin and beet kvass. Our appetizer cart will roll to your table to start your dinner with over 10 bites beckoning to be picked like our fan-favorite smoked carrot paté or sunflower seed hummus. Our main dishes offer a variety of homestyle flavors just like your mother made from thick soups to layered pasta and fluffy Ukrainian garlic bread. Coffee, after-dinner drinks and a flaky pastry like our Napoleon invite you to finish the meal with a sweet treat and hours of good conversation in a space that feels like home.
A photo of Daisies Chicago restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(418)
Price: Expensive
• American • Logan Square
Booked 102 times today
Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.
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4.9
Exceptional(4377)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 185 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.
A photo of Happy Camper Pizza - Old Town restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(630)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • River North (Chicago)
Booked 84 times today
Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian for entry. A valid ID is required for guests age 21+.A chic, outdoorsy pizza haven located in Old Town. Happy Camper boasts a décor that includes Airstream trailers, neon renditions of the Great Lakes, warm wooden accents, and tire swing seating around the bar. A wide variety of colorful pizzas and delicious appetizers await you.F*ckin' Charity Bingo on Sundays at 1:30pm is sat on a first come first serve basis. All reservations will be sat in the non-bingo area.We cannot guarantee inside or outside seating.Neighborhood ordinances require our patio to close by 12am. Your table is weather permitting. If there is inclement weather, Happy Camper reserves the right to cancel your reservation. If you are dining when inclement weather occurs your food will be packed and given your bill. You are more than welcome to head to the bar afterward.
A photo of Siena Tavern restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6193)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 135 times today
Entirely Rooted In A "From Scratch" Approach, We Present Upscale, Classic Italian Fares, Straight From Top Chef Alum, Fabio Viviani. Siena Tavern'S Extensive Wine List And Our Highly Contemporary Design, Interspersed With Rustic Details, Elevates The Genuine Italian Dining Experience While Simultaneously Maintaining Authenticity.​ ​Farm To Fork, Refined And Redefined.
A photo of Bar La Rue restaurant
4.5
Awesome(308)
Price: Expensive
• French American • West Loop
Booked 91 times today
Bar La Rue celebrates French-American cuisine with an inventive cocktail program in the heart of Fulton Market. The stylish space boasts a beautiful all-season, street-side, walk-in-friendly pergola bar and dining area, perfect for a cozy patio experience. The menu incorporates French plays on approachable American comfort foods, offering an inviting setting for lunch, brunch, or dinner. Whether you're enjoying cocktails at the bar, celebrating birthdays, or planning a romantic date, Bar La Rue provides a Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere perfect for any occasion.
A photo of avec West Loop restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(968)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 93 times today
avec, a wine-focused restaurant in Chicago, features Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics. Inspired by the sun-drenched wine regions of the Mediterranean, avec West Loop has been a Chicago favorite for over 20 years. Originally conceived as a wine bar, avec is the second concept from celebrated one-off hospitality, with communal and bar seating—it is a high-energy, intimate, and interactive experience.For parties of 6 or more, please call us at 312-377-2002.
A photo of TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3346)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 78 times today
TAO Chicago offers guests a sensual trip through the cuisines of Asia. The design-driven restaurant and adjoining nightclub is inspired by the original TAO locations in New York City, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. TAO Chicago features multiple levels, creating dynamic spaces within the historic building’s shell, while adding TAO’s Asian-influenced DNA to the restaurant, lounge and nightclub including murals by artist Hush and TAO’s signature 16-foot-tall Quan Yin statue anchoring one end of the dining room. TAO Chicago’s restaurant menu, created by TAO Group Partner and Chef Ralph Scamardella , is complete with Pan-Asian offerings from the sea, sky and land including signature dishes like Satay of Chilean Sea Bass, Crispy Rice Tuna and a Wagyu Rib-Eye.
A photo of Barcocina - Lakeview restaurant
4.4
Awesome(989)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 79 times today
Barcocina is a progressive Mexican concept showcasing twists on original Latin flavors. The menu emphasizes shared plates to give our guests the ultimate Eat, Drink, and Socialize experience. Barcocina offers a one of a kind drink menu that features sweet, smoky, and spicy takes on classics, as well as innovative mixology.

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  • MelanieVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our server was very sweet. I believe her name was Nicole. She made great suggestions!
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    Gibsons ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    4.9
  • Robert
    Atlanta •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Outstanding meal! Second time visiting and just as excellent/consistent as the first. One of my favorite places in Chicago, and a great, unique reflection of Slavic (Ukrainian, specifically) culture that is woefully under appreciated by most American diners. Well worth the visit for anyone interested in trying something different from the standard American palate.
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    AnelyaPrice: Expensive• Ukrainian• Avondale
    4.7
  • JosephVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It was my first time going. The food was excellent. They go out of their way in service. The desserts took a long time but well worth it. I would go back to the restaurant. Just know that they charge a 25% tip charge.
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    Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
    4.8
  • Olga
    Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Carmen was an amazing server. Excellent service. She truly cared for our experience. It was our first visit and we will be back.
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    Stefani PrimePrice: Expensive• Steak• Lincolnwood
    4.7
  • Sofiia
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 6, 2025
    We want to sincerely thank you for the wonderful service, delicious food, and warm atmosphere! We ordered Mozzarella Bread Stix, Tenders, Burrata, French fries, Tavern “Peter,” and pizza — everything was incredibly tasty! The pizza was especially great, though I chose the largest size, ordering 5 pies, and it turned out to be way too much — I didn’t expect the size to be that big. We were a large group of 9 children and 6 adults, and everything was organized quickly and thoughtfully! Also, thank you for the budget-friendly prices — a rare and much-appreciated bonus. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend you to our friends!
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    Happy Camper Pizza - Old TownPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• River North (Chicago)
    4.7
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