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1. Elske
4.8
Exceptional(1303)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • West Loop
Booked 27 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.
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2. Blue Fire Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(58)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Oak Park
Booked 8 times today
Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.
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3. Redstone American Grill - Oakbrook Terrace
4.4
Awesome(5845)
Price: Expensive
• American • Oak Brook
Booked 66 times today
From the moment you walk into Redstone, you know you’re in for a truly special experience. Each guest is warmly greeted at the door with a genuine smile. The people here are glad to see you and it shows. As you pass the cozy fireplace and take in the view of the bustling bar, you know you’ve arrived.Dining at Redstone is so much more than a delicious meal; it’s a memorable experience – from the carefully selected music to the first class service.Redstone features a wood-burning grill, rotisserie and an open exhibition kitchen where our signature steaks, creative appetizers, chicken and the freshest seafood available are creatively prepared. The rugged yet romantic atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, an intimate dinner, a business lunch or Sunday brunch.Adventurous and uncompromising, Redstone’s attention to detail is evident in our commitment to making everything from scratch and to our relentless pursuit of total guest satisfaction.
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4. The Dawson
4.6
Exceptional(2791)
Price: Expensive
• American • River West
Booked 58 times today
The Fulton River District is home to The Dawson, an expansive indoor/outdoor, multi-level space providing a multitude of dining experiences. The Dawson includes one of Chicago’s best patios conveniently found in the middle of the city.
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5. Lucca Osteria & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1941)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Oak Brook
Booked 64 times today
Lucca Osteria & Bar is the vision of chef and veteran restaurateur, Claudio Ulivieri and his partner Steven Hartenstein. Raised near the Italian city of Lucca, Claudio’s passion for food began. He brought this passion to the States, and started his culinary career as a chef. Now, after decades of creating menus and running restaurants, he and his partner have opened Lucca Osteria - tapping into his roots - to share his favorite rustic Italian flavors with you. Please come and enjoy the amazing food and creative libations. You will absolutely be blown away by customer service unlike you have ever experienced. We guarantee we will exceed your expectations.
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6. Frontier
4.6
Exceptional(595)
Price: Expensive
• American • West Town
Booked 31 times today
Frontier's Executive Chef Brian Jupiter has created mouthwatering dishes celebrating American contemporary cuisine, blending game and other seasonal ingredients into classic and approachable fare.The seasonal dinner menu includes small plates, vegetables, sandwiches and entrees designed to share. Frontier’s menu also features 8-10 varieties of oysters to order a la carte with dinner, or to enjoy with a bottle of beer at the bar. Over the weekend, patrons may indulge in brunch offerings including a wide selection of Frontier signature dishes alongside traditional brunch items. Complimenting Frontier's savory menu items are unique wines by the glass & bottle, specialty craft cocktails including creative punches and frozen cocktails along with an array of draft, canned and bottled beer.Frontier is closed Monday & Tuesday but will open for private events along with Sunday evenings & weekday afternoons. Email jen@pioneertaverngroup.com to inquire today!
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7. The Violet Hour
4.8
Exceptional(204)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Bucktown / Wicker Park
This James Beard award winning bar program, serves seasonally-driven libations amongst candlelit tables and a sprawling marble bar. Centrally located in the heart of the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood, surrounded by delicious restaurants and boutique shopping. Cocktails are inspired by trailblazing head mixologist Toby Maloney.
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8. Parkers' Restaurant & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(4423)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downers Grove
Booked 43 times today
The Very Best of Land & Sea. Zagat Rated and a four-time recipient of the Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence award, Parkers’ is a full service restaurant and bar serving lunch, Sunday brunch, dinner, and private functions. We are open for lunch Monday - Friday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sunday brunch 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM and for Dinner on Sunday - Thursday 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, & Friday - Saturday 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.Great happy hour specials in the lounge, Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Live music in the lounge, Wednesday - Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM & Saturday 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Our Crooners Thursday series features Lenny Capp, Randy McCallister, & Gary Ward. If New Orleans inspired food & jazz are more your style, come see McCrackin's Oysters and the Fred Cantu Dixieland Trio during during Sunday Brunch.
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9. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Burr Ridge
4.4
Awesome(3945)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Burr Ridge
Booked 36 times today
Located in the Burr Ridge Village Center, Eddie Merlot’s offers a steakhouse experience that’s second to none. If you're looking for a night out in Burr Ridge, or nearby Oak Brook, you won’t want to miss this gem. Right outside of Chicago, just minutes from La Grange and Downers Grove, it’s easy to find—and even easier to fall in love with. The luxurious and welcoming atmosphere sets the stage for an unforgettable meal, while its proximity to key local attractions makes it a go-to spot for locals and visitors.At Eddie Merlot’s, the steaks are the star of the show, with the New York strip and filet mignon stealing the spotlight. Each cut of beef is masterfully prepared, ensuring the ultimate steak experience. And if you’re in the mood for something different, the king crab legs or signature Seabass are equally mouthwatering. But that’s not all! The side dishes are just as exceptional. The extensive wine list and specialty cocktails make this steakhouse stand out from the rest.
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10. Selva
4.7
Exceptional(47)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • West Loop
Booked 5 times today
Located on the 7th floor rooftop of The Emily Hotel in Chicago’s Fulton Market District, Selva is a rooftop lounge inspired by the energy of Mexico by night. Stylishly moody and intriguingly vibrant, it's here you’ll find an elevated list of handcrafted cocktails that transport you to another place and a menu of casual fare to savor over shared stories and rounds of mezcal.To our friends, our lovers, and our enemies too - Salud!

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