Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Humboldt Park

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Albany ParkAndersonvilleBelmont CraginBerwynBridgeportBronzeville

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1. Elina's

4.8

Exceptional(256)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Town

Booked 45 times today

Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight. Parties of 7 or more must contact reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee. Contact reservations@elinaschicago.com for any additional inquiries.

2. Cabra - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(3178)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • West Loop

Booked 128 times today

Perched atop the Hoxton Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Fulton Market, Cabra Chicago is a lively rooftop escape, inspired by the bold and vibrant flavors of Peruvian cuisine. Led by James Beard Award and Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard (Girl & the Goat) alongside longtime partners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group, Cabra serves up crave-worthy dishes in a colorful and energetic setting. The restaurant’s airy, plant-filled ambiance, paired with its open kitchen and sweeping city views, creates a dynamic dining experience. Guests can savor a variety of shareable plates, from ceviches to savory meats, all bursting with the rich, fresh flavors of Peru.

3. Andros Taverna

4.7

Exceptional(254)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Logan Square

Booked 57 times today

Andros Taverna is a contemporary restaurant from Chef Doug Psaltis servingsophisticated Greek food cooked from the soul. Inspired by the cosmopolitan taverns ofGreece, Andros Taverna is a story of culinary heritage, purity of flavors, and warmhospitality in the heart of Logan Square!

4. Turquoise

4.7

Exceptional(1269)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Roscoe Village

Booked 37 times today

Turquoise Cafe & Restaurant, located in Chicago's Roscoe Village, is a culinary gem blending the best of Turkish and Italian cuisines in a captivating and inviting atmosphere. Owned by a passionate female entrepreneur, this vibrant establishment offers an extensive menu of tantalizing kebabs, handmade pastas, fresh seafood, mezze platters, and wood-fired flatbreads.🍷 With our carefully curated wine selection, you can feel the spirit of the Mediterranean in every sip, making your special moments even more memorable. Red, white, or rosé…🎶 With live music on weekends and a delightful Sunday brunch featuring an authentic Turkish Serpme Breakfast, Turquoise Cafe & Restaurant provides a remarkable culinary journey.

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5. Costera Cocina Tulum

4.5

Awesome(1064)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Loop

Booked 96 times today

Costera Cocina Tulum brings the vibrant flavors of Tulum's coastal and Mayan cuisine to life, blending land-and-sea principles with traditional Mexican dishes. Step into a lively yet serene atmosphere that captures the essence of Tulum's unique intersection of jungle, beach, and bohemian nightlife. Experience our day-to-night philosophy, where "the jungle has two attitudes," and enjoy a dining experience that transports you to this enchanting Mexican getaway.

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6. Little Goat- Southport

4.7

Exceptional(244)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 95 times today

Little Goat Diner, located in the vibrant Southport Corridor, is your go-to neighborhood spot, helmed by award-winning Chef Stephanie Izard. Enjoy all-day breakfast, weekend brunch, coffee catch-ups with friends, and your favorite lunch and dinner classics, all with Chef Izard's creative twist on new all-day favorites. Plus, bring the little ones! Kids eat free every Tuesday from 4-7PM, making it the perfect midweek treat for the whole family. We gladly accept walk-in guests. Come join us and we’ll do our best to seat you as quickly as possible!

A photo of Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab restaurant

7. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

4.9

Exceptional(17874)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • River North (Chicago)

Booked 145 times today

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is the culmination of a partnership between Lettuce Entertain You and Joe's Stone Crab, the legendary seafood restaurant of Miami Beach. Joe's features an extensive selection of seafood, flown in fresh daily, to complement the world's finest Florida Stone Crab claws. Joe's also features signature prime steaks, hand-carved by master butchers such as our 24 oz. Bone-In Rib Eye. Matched with Joe's famous side dishes, dinner only gets better when capped with a slice of key lime pie.

8. Dearly Beloved

4.4

Awesome(126)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • River North (Chicago)

Booked 36 times today

Dearly Beloved is a beautiful mixture of cocktail bar, restaurant and journey of the senses. The new venture from Machine Hospitality Group aims to challenge your taste buds through textures, scents, and a symphony of flavors with unconventional, globally inspired ingredients. With a beverage program curated by master mixologist, Aneka Saxon and a vegetable-forward menu from Executive Chef Kristofer Lohraff, Dearly Beloved is ideal for an intimate evening with friends or a unique date night spot. The stylistically sinister ambience puts the guest experience at the forefront for a memorable night.

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9. Chicago Cut Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(10133)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 113 times today

Chicago Cut Steakhouse is one of Chicago’s most iconic dining experiences in a city that boasts dozens of options for steak-centric dining. Our downtown Chicago steakhouse offers guests a selection of signature, USDA-certified prime beef that is hand-cut and dry-aged on site. Our curated menu also features fish, shellfish, chops and a selection of unique side dishes and appetizers. In addition to delicious martinis and specialty cocktails, Chicago Cut offers a wine list with more than 600 bottles that has been highlighted Wine Spectator, the world’s leading authority on wine. Our dining area features a lively bar scene, vibrant red velvet banquettes and spacious dining tables, private dining options and beautiful, sweeping views of the Chicago River. In the warm months, we also open our sprawling outdoor dining patio, which makes Chicago Cut an excellent spot for an outdoor brunch, lunch or dinner reservation along the river.

10. Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

4.8

Exceptional(463)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • River North (Chicago)

Booked 134 times today

Welcome to Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! in River North. The little sister of Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reeba! in Lincoln Park, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! stays true to its Spanish roots serving a wide variety of iconic small plates like Patatas Bravas, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, and our signature Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer. Of course, no celebration would be complete without our classic Sangria. ¡Salud!

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Daniel
Indiana •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Good service and good food. Nearby parking was difficult to find, but that's not really their fault. A little bit on the pricier side for lunch, but the quality of the food was good.
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Doc B’s Restaurant - River NorthPrice: Moderate• American• River North (Chicago)
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4.6
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Virginia
Hawaii •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Best food, view, service and ambience. Enjoyed everything we ate 😋😋
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Cabra - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• West Loop
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4.7
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Vineet
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Another great experience at andros! Will definitely be back
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Andros TavernaPrice: Moderate• Greek• Logan Square
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4.7
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miaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •25 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
lovely postgame meal on a friday night. Nancy was amazing and the food delicious. perfectly cooked. will be back
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Chez JoelPrice: Moderate• French• Little Italy / University Village
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4.8
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MarisolVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
Second time here, love the ambiance. Friendly and welcoming staff, Alex took great care of us! Food and drinks were delicious. Highly recommend the lobster gnocchi and custard for dessert.
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IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIAPrice: Moderate• Italian• Logan Square
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4.7

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