Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in Bridgeport

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Albany ParkBerwynBronzevilleBucktown / Wicker ParkDowntown / LoopGold Coast / Streeterville

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1. Bar Mar

4.7

Exceptional(1170)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • River North (Chicago)

Booked 204 times today

Fresh oysters piled on mounds of sparkling ice. Ceviches that taste of the ocean. Chef José Andrés' brilliant renditions of iconic seafood classics like fried calamari and lobster rolls. Located at the Bank of America Tower in Chicago, Bar Mar is a true celebration of the bounty of the sea, with modern takes on classics you know and love, festive cocktails, and a bright, beautiful space that interweaves the nautical with the elegant.

2. Nobu Chicago

4.5

Awesome(2277)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 126 times today

OPEN FOR LUNCH 7 Days a weekCentrally located in Chicago's West Loop, Nobu Chicago playfully blends elements of old world Japanese and new world utilitarian.

A photo of Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago restaurant

3. Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(14488)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • River North (Chicago)

Booked 138 times today

Since 1984, Shaw’s Crab House has earned its status as a Chicago icon with its unwavering commitment to quality and warm, dedicated staff. This generational restaurant embodies timeless seafood traditions inspired by America's coastal crab houses, creating a classic dining experience that stands the test of time. Signature dishes include King Crab Legs, oysters from both coasts, hand-rolled sushi, fresh fish, and more. After 40 years of excellence, Shaw's was ranked #8 in Chicago Magazine's Best Chicago Restaurants of 2024.The restaurant's 1940s-style design features two distinct dining rooms: the lively, casual Oyster Bar and the elegant, white-tablecloth Main Dining Room. Guests who reserve "Hightop" seating will dine in the Oyster Bar, while "Standard" seating is for the Main Dining Room.Located in the heart of River North, Shaw’s is just a short walk from Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a memorable seafood experience.

4. Rose Mary

4.8

Exceptional(3499)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Croatian • West Loop

Booked 213 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.

5. il Carciofo

4.5

Awesome(376)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 134 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.

6. Kumiko

4.7

Exceptional(828)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Dining Bar • West Loop

Booked 33 times today

Kumiko is a Japanese Dining Bar (ダイニングバー)* where food and drink are treated with equal reverence. Located in Chicago’s West Loop, Kumiko boasts incredible cocktails and spirits with exquisite food to pair.Owner and creative director Julia Momosé blends Japanese ingredients and techniques to create an elevated menu of beverages and bites. Whether you come to savor some of Japan’s finest saké or walk in for a lovely dinner with friends, Kumiko welcomes you with warmth and gratitude.Kumiko is currently 18+ and does not offer a BYOB option. Sign up for our mailing list to receive occasional updates and news.

7. BLVD Steakhouse

4.3

Awesome(3047)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 53 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 The Allis- Soho House Chicago restaurant

8. The Allis- Soho House Chicago

4.4

Awesome(417)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Loop

Booked 41 times today

The Allis is a public outlet located on the ground floor of Soho House Chicago set in a relaxed and welcoming social space for group dining, meetings, and date nights.Serving modern European dishes drawing inspiration from British Brasseries along with classic and seasonal cocktails. On Fridays through Sunday from 1pm to 4.30pm, we offer an elevated afternoon tea experience. Enjoy tea and Champagne paired with pastries and savory bites. Afternoon Tea is only available to book through the OpenTable experience.Additionally, The Allis offers a traditional Sunday roast, served from 1 PM – 5 PM, at a price of $75 for 2 people. Reservations for the roast can be made through OpenTable or by calling the restaurant at 312-521-8000, walk-ins are also welcome.The Allis Bar is named after the family that commissioned the restaurant's historic building in 1907 and features bar and patio seating.

9. il Porcellino

4.8

Exceptional(4413)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 104 times today

Il Porcellino, located in the heart of River North in downtown Chicago, is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic Italian-American comfort food in a casual setting. Our seasonal menu focuses on housemate pastas, vegetable antipasti and daily specials, all crafted with ingredients sourced from quality artisans, purveyors, and local farmers. The fun and approachable wine program encourages sharing with selections primarily from Italy. As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.

A photo of HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen restaurant

10. HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(521)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Pilsen

Booked 63 times today

Experience elevated Vietnamese Cuisine in a an atmosphere that is chic, approachable, warm & inviting. Chef Thai & Danielle Dang’s critically acclaimed restaurant celebrates Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of a vibrant Chicago neighborhood, Pilsen. Five times recognized MICHELIN Bibb Gourmand & four James Beard nominations.Enjoy Chef Thai's famous Caramelized Fish Sauce Wings, his signature Whole Fried Fluke and one of the New York Times favorite dishes, HaiSous' Grilled Oysters ! Guests may also enjoy a special and seasonal Grand Tasting Tour, 3 curated courses with the option of an optional wine pairing or join us at the bar for Happy Hour.The more guests you bring, the more dishes you get to try! Great for groups.

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michelleVIP
Chicago / Illinois •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
the perch, the scallops and the seafood salad was outstanding
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Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• River North (Chicago)
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4.8
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ConnieVIP
Atlanta •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and service was amazing! Each course was delicious and the presentation was perfect. A must-visit.
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il CarciofoPrice: Expensive• Italian• West Loop
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4.5
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Ramesh
New York City •203 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Unusually unoccupied at lunch. But great food and service. Miso Cod and Miso Eggplant were excellent as were sashimi and sushi. Cauliflower needed a bit more cooking. Sorbets were just ok. Good wine list. Another fine NOBU outpost. Having visited nearly 20 locations, many Tim’s, always a reliable winning experience. Highly recommended.
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Nobu ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• West Loop
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4.5
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VanithaVIP
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was good - portions on the smaller side - but the food was fresh, flavorful and interesting ( ceviche with sweet potato- for example) Really pretty space - and cocktails were solid and heavy pour!
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Bar MarPrice: Moderate• Spanish• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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TakodaVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
As always, it was a top notch experience. Amazing staff and amazing food.
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Rose MaryPrice: Expensive• Croatian• West Loop
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4.8

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