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1. The Chew Chew
4.9
Exceptional(1806)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Riverside
Booked 5 times today
The Chew Chew is celebrating 28 years of great food & hospitality in the heart of Riverside, IL directed by original Chef/Owner Scott Zimmer. Located one-mile east of Brookfield Zoo, 5 miles northwest of Midway Airport and 10 miles west of Downtown Chicago. There is a Metra Train stop on our block for safe & easy access in/out of the City. We feature a multi-level dining room, vibrant full-bar & a cozy outdoor patio May-October (weather permitting). Happy Hour daily 4-6pm with beer, wine & cocktail specials. Make sure to try one of our famous Jumbo Martinis during your visit! We appreciate all the great reviews & voting us Chicago's #1 Neighborhood Restaurant on Open Table. If you cannot find a reservation online, please call us direct 708-447-8781. We look forward to serving you.
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2. Lavergne's Tavern
4.5
Awesome(171)
Price: Moderate
• American • Berwyn
Nestled in the heart of Berwyn, Lavergne’s Tavern blends historic charm with a modern, welcoming vibe. Opened in 2016 in the former Garv’s Inn, a beloved gathering spot since the ’60s, it preserves its roots with restored tin ceilings, original hardwood floors, and a stunning bar handcrafted from reclaimed black walnut.With a perfect mix of cozy and lively, the space offers high-top bar seating and family-friendly tables, making it ideal for date nights, group outings, or casual meals.The menu is elevated yet approachable, featuring shareable appetizers and hearty entrées crafted with quality ingredients. A must-try is the Italian Beef Egg Roll, a fusion of tender Italian beef, zesty giardiniera, spicy queso, and Monterey Jack, served with rich au jus. As one guest put it, it’s “life-changing.”Whether sipping craft beer, enjoying a cocktail, or savoring bold flavors, every visit to Lavergne’s Tavern feels like a neighborhood gathering.
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3. il Carciofo
4.5
Awesome(310)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 154 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.
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4. Rose Mary
4.8
Exceptional(3451)
Price: Expensive
• Croatian • West Loop
Booked 147 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”.
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5. Swift & Sons
4.7
Exceptional(4725)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 68 times today
Swift & Sons is an American Steakhouse brought to you by Boka Restaurant Group. The stunning multi-room space was designed by the world-renowned design firm AvroKO and is located in the heart of the Fulton Market District — the birthplace of Chicago meatpacking. Executive Chef Chris Pandel's menu is based in traditional ideas and elevated with a modern approach that makes it unique in the Chicago steakhouse landscape. Signature dishes include the Beef Wellington, a staple of traditional steakhouse dining showcased with expertise in the Swift dining room.
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6. The Allis- Soho House Chicago
4.4
Awesome(407)
Price: Moderate
• American • West Loop
Booked 19 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.
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7. Bambola
4.1
Excellent(37)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 3 times today
Silk Road Romanticism. Bambola is an Italian restaurant that embarks on a journey along the Silk Road in search of new flavors to complement our favorite dishes and drinks from Italy.Traveling along the Silk Road, Bambola’s executive chef Marcos Campos interprets iconic dishes from Italy to China, evoking nostalgia with a contemporary approach. From their wood-fired kitchen, Bambola’s culinary team combines the finest ingredients with an exclusive selection of aged beef, artisanal pastas, mezze and Turkish spices, creating a unique culinary experience.Led by industry vanguard Brian Sturgulewski, Bambola’s bar celebrates modern beverages inspired by timeless ingredients from the historic Silk Road. Inspired by the amalgamation of cultures along the trade routes, our creative craft cocktails combine local drinking traditions, global spirits, complementary spices and ingredients.
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8. The Desi Accent
4.5
Awesome(90)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Lombard
The concept of The Desi Accent reflects the sentiments of Desi (people of Indian subcontinent) and their diaspora derived from the Ancient Sanskrit (deśá) meaning Land or Country. Our team aims to share the 4,500 years old culture through a culinary experience deeply rooted in India’s heritage. With a rich heritage, the history of Indian cuisine is as old as our civilization. The Indian dining etiquette is built on traditions. Behind almost every tradition are centuries of invasions, conquests, religious beliefs, political changes and social customs.Our culinary team’s goal is to transform Indian spices and ingredients to memorable meals and authentic experiences. Indian cuisine is reflective of the historic eras. Our menu is reflective of a unique blend of vibrant colors and flavors with regional inspired recipes passed on from one generation to another.

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