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Restaurants near Natural History Museum

Restaurants in this area are known for Italian, American, Spanish, Sushi and Contemporary American cuisines.

Some of the popular local menu items include Patatas Bravas, Gambas Al Ajillo, Potato Risotto, Rabbit and Chocolate French Toast.

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23 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Kurah Mediterranean restaurant
1. Kurah Mediterranean
4.0
Excellent(521)
  • $$$$
  • Mediterranean
  • South Loop
Booked 3 times today

Sat on patio. Service was exceptional.

Top special
  • Daily Happy Hour 4-6pm!
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2. Aurelio's Pizza South Loop
4.4
Awesome(25)
  • $$$$
  • Pizzeria
  • South Loop

Quite possibly the best pizza I’ve ever eaten in my life. Amazing ingredients, perfect crust, great sauce. Loved every bite.

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3. Burger Bar - South Loop
4.4
Awesome(262)
  • $$$$
  • Burgers
  • South Loop
Booked 3 times today

Always love them!

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4. Victory Tap
4.6
Exceptional(560)
  • $$$$
  • Italian
  • South Loop
Booked 8 times today

Food was great and service was on point. We visited last week and sat outside and hope they continue to offer additional our door seating.

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5. Weather Mark Tavern
4.3
Awesome(158)
  • $$$$
  • American
  • South Loop

We love weathermark. they have an amazing brunch deal for bottomless mimosas.

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6. SX Sky Bar at Hotel Essex
4.2
Awesome(75)
  • $$$$
  • American
  • South Loop

Nice place , amazing drinks & our server was amazing .

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7. 720 South Bar And Grill
3.7
Very Good(104)
  • $$$$
  • American
  • South Loop

We were staying at the hotel for the conference and had an enjoyable dining experience. Our server was fantastic, presentation of courses were lovely. We would highly recommend!

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8. Tapas Valencia
4.7
Exceptional(1813)
  • $$$$
  • Tapas / Small Plates
  • South Loop
Booked 14 times today

Great, friendly service. Food is wonderful.

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9. Acadia
4.3
Awesome(1113)
  • $$$$
  • Contemporary American
  • South Loop

The best dining ever Thank u all

A photo of Chicago Curry House (Indian and Nepalese Restaurant) restaurant
10. Chicago Curry House (Indian and Nepalese Restaurant)
4.4
Awesome(347)
  • $$$$
  • Indian
  • South Loop

Excellent authentic Indian and Nepalese food. Friendly service.

Dining around Natural History Museum Hot Spots

Landmark

  1. The Forks
  2. Chicago O'Hare International Airport
  3. Marina City
  4. Madison Square
  5. Lake Point Tower

Shopping area

  1. Magnificent Mile
  2. Oak Street, Chicago Illinois
  3. Water Tower Place
  4. Oakbrook Center
  5. Oakbrook Shopping Center

Train Station

  1. Ogilvie Transportation Center
  2. Oakland Station
  3. Sayre Station
  4. Hyde Park Station
  5. Elmira Station

Stadium or Arena

  1. Wrigley Field
  2. United Center
  3. Allstate Arena
  4. Soldier Field
  5. Rosemont Theatre

Theatre

  1. Chicago Theater
  2. Goodman Theatre
  3. Millennium Park
  4. Cadillac Palace
  5. Second City

Popular area

  1. Michigan Avenue
  2. The Magnificent Mile
  3. Oak Street Beach
  4. Villa Olivia
  5. Centennial Beach

Institution

  1. University of Chicago
  2. Northwestern Memorial Hospital
  3. Northwestern University
  4. Loyola University Chicago
  5. Depaul University

Convention Center

  1. Mccormick Place
  2. Chicago Cultural Center
  3. Donald E Stephens Convention Center
  4. Chicago Architecture Foundation
  5. Catalyst Ranch

Monument

  1. Picasso Statue
  2. Millenium Park's Christmas Ice Skating
  3. Philip H Sheridan Statue
  4. God Bless America Statue

Museum

  1. The Art Institute of Chicago
  2. Holocaust Museum
  3. Shedd Aquarium
  4. Natural History Museum
  5. Field Museum

Park

  1. Grove Park
  2. Southport
  3. River Park
  4. Herald Square
  5. Washington Square

Underground railway station

  1. Lasalle L Station

Attraction park

  1. Navy Pier
  2. Lincoln Park Zoo
  3. Ravinia Festival
  4. Six Flags Great America
  5. Arlington Park Racecourse

Marina

  1. North Point Marina
  2. Fiftyninth Street Marina
  3. Nor West Marina
  4. Washington Park Marina
  5. Three Rivers Marina

Gallery

  1. Art Institute of Chicago
  2. The Chicago Athenaeum
  3. Oriental Institute Museum
  4. Trickster Gallery
  5. Anderson Arts Center

Golf Course

  1. The Glen Club
  2. Oak Brook Golf Course
  3. Woodridge Golf Club
  4. Glenview Park District Golf Course
  5. Mistwood Golf Course

Business area

  1. American Medical Association Headquarters

Ski lift

  1. Wilmot Mountain
  2. Villa Olivia Country Club
  3. Four Lakes Ski Area
  4. Raging Buffalo Snowboard Ski Park
  5. Pines Peak Family Ski Area

Hotel / Lodging

  1. Four Seasons Chicago
  2. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Downtown
  3. Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
  4. AC Hotel Chicago Downtown by Marriott (Formerly Hotel Rush)
  5. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North

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