Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in North Center

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Albany ParkAndersonvilleBelmont CraginBerwynBridgeportBucktown / Wicker Park

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83 restaurants available nearby

1. Turquoise

4.7

Exceptional(1263)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Roscoe Village

Booked 10 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.

2. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba

4.8

Exceptional(9439)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Lincoln Park

Booked 119 times today

Cancellation policy: For parties of 5+ you need to cancel by 9am on the day of your reservation, otherwise it is a $25 fee. For smaller parties, please give us one hour in advance, in the event of a last minute cancellation or no show it is a $25 fee. Located in Lincoln Park, the All-Season Courtyard and Dining Rooms at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! are open with our new AIRPHX Air Filtration System. Your health is our top priority in all that we do. Steps we are taking: disposable and digital menus, continuous sanitation procedures & hand washing.

3. Elina's

4.8

Exceptional(225)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Town

Booked 46 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.

4. Mon Ami Gabi

4.9

Exceptional(8265)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 82 times today

Honoring classic French cuisine, Mon Ami Gabi is a traditional French bistro located in the heart of Lincoln Park. Our menu features simple French food including Steak Frites, fresh seafood, exquisite bites, and French rolling wine carts. Valet is located at the corner of Lincoln Park West and Belden for $17 cash or Zelle. During the holiday season, for all parties of 9 or more, we ask our guests to call the restaurant directly to book a reservation.Did you know that you can use Lettuce gift cards for carryout and delivery? Just place your order through Lettuce website, the LettuceEats app or any Lettuce restaurant website.

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5. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(9117)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 135 times today

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

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6. Costera Cocina Tulum

4.5

Awesome(1020)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Loop

Booked 61 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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7. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

4.7

Exceptional(136)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 10 times today

PARKING AVAILABLE IN MOVIE THEATER PARKING LOT ACROSS THE STREET. Parking is 75 cents per hourNow offering daily a 3 Course pre-fixed EARLY BIRD menu for $39.00 from 4-6PM. This menu is also available for Takeout. We are also doing free delivery within a ONE mile radius of the restaurant. “Girasole” stands for sunflower in Italian. A flower that grows in abundance in fields all across 4 different provinces in northern Italy. A classic northern Italian trattoria with daily fresh ingredients & house made pasta dishes served w/ stellar service & exceptional wine & specialty drinks. Providing our guests the best in Italian cuisine we have to offer with a combination of 50 years of experience. We have 2 separate dining rooms for you to enjoy a wonderful family meal or for an impressive 1st date dinner before heading across the street to catch a movie at the theater! Our lovely & inviting space offers a full sidewalk cafe patio & a more private 2nd floor terrace patio.

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8. CheSa’s Bistro & Bar

3.6

Very Good(267)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 4 times today

CheSa’s Bistro & Bar will offer a fusion of Creole and contemporary American flavors in a full fine dining ambiance. The 1800-square-foot bar & bistro will feature a scratch-made entirely gluten-free menu. Prepare your palette for starters such as charbroiled oysters; main course dishes such as chicken pasta made with roux creamy mix tortellini; finally, the dessert menu will feature items like deep-fried cinnamon rolls. There is something for everyone, including a kid’s menu plus vegetarian options. Expect a delicious array of craft cocktails as well.We look forward to you coming to experience more of what Avondale has to offer, and to introduce your taste buds to a memorable food experience!

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9. Butcher and the Bear

4.7

Exceptional(294)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lincoln Park

Booked 32 times today

A boutique steakhouse, a chef-driven restaurant, is described as "where the classic speakeasy meets the timeless allure of a modern premium steakhouse."

10. Dearly Beloved

4.3

Awesome(110)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • River North (Chicago)

Booked 20 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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Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Love it my favorite best sangria and tapas in CHI City
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Café Ba-Ba-ReebaPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Lincoln Park
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4.8
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Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was a great experience for my first time, meet CheSa personally. Such a caring person when it comes to the service at the restaurant. The food was amazing, especially those green tomatoes! I will def be back to visit soon!
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CheSa’s Bistro & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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3.6
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Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was our first time here and was pleasantly surprised at how welcoming and friendly the owner and the staff are with us and all the customers. It’s a neighborhood place that all ages can come to and are treated like family. The food was excellent and abundant. I am looking forward to coming back during the spring and summer to dine outdoors and enjoy another meal.
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Mart Anthony'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• West Loop
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4.8
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ChristopherVIP
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Absolutely a fantastic dinner! And the service was NEXT LEVEL!
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IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIAPrice: Moderate• Italian• Logan Square
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4.7
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Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Overall, great! The food was fantastic! Our server was very attentive. The ambience was average, but not the best for a date, which I was on. Great if you want to go with friends or family. My only concern was they didn't provide gloves to break up the seafood. Still though, I would go back!
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Angry Crab - Wicker ParkPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.2

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