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1. Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna
4.8
Exceptional(194)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • River North (Chicago)
Booked 99 times today
Zarella, a neighborhood pizzeria and taverna from Boka Restaurant Group, is located on the bustling corner of Grand and Wells in the heart of River North. Chef Partners Chris Pandel (Swift & Sons, Cira, Swift & Son’s Tavern) and Lee Wolen (Boka, Alla Vita, GG’s Chicken Shop) have come together to craft a menu featuring a mix of tavern-style and artisan pizzas, an array of entrées and small bites, as well as fresh salads, alongside an ever-rotating menu of Italian specialties, promising a dining experience that is both nostalgic and unique.‍Reminiscent of a classic Italian eatery, the space exudes a timeless charm that makes it feel as if it has been a beloved corner spot for generations. Whether guests are at a large table enjoying a meal with family and friends; having a bite and a beer while watching the Bulls or Bears; or retiring to the downstairs taverna for expertly crafted cocktails, Zarella promises to be a neighborhood favorite.
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2. Pizzeria Portofino
4.8
Exceptional(2098)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 238 times today
Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant located directly on the Chicago riverfront offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera.
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3. Mercadito - River North
4.5
Awesome(6495)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • River North (Chicago)
Booked 136 times today
Located in the heart of River North, Mercadito is a topdestination for modern Mexican cuisine andhandcrafted tequila and mezcal cocktails. Our menufeatures fresh takes on traditional dishes, includingsignature tacos, guacamole, ceviche, andmore—perfect for sharing and savoring.Downstairs, Mercadito’s Lounge offers a hidden,speakeasy-style escape with a chic, intimate vibe.Guests can enjoy the full menu in this cozy setting,complete with dim lighting, plush booths, and elevatedcocktails.Join us for bold flavors, warm hospitality, and a vibrantdining experience in the city’s premier Mexicanrestaurant.
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4. Ema - River North
4.6
Exceptional(4702)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • River North (Chicago)
Booked 140 times today
A Mediterranean & California-inspired restaurant featuring small plates & Chef CJ Jacobson's lighter style cooking in Chicago's River North.
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5. Sunda New Asian – River North
4.6
Exceptional(7531)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 73 times today
Located in the bustling River North dining scene, Sunda offers a vibrant Southeast Asian dining experience, blending the flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Thailand, and beyond. We elevate culturally significant dishes using high-quality ingredients and modern techniques. Our beverage program includes signature handcrafted cocktails, a robust sake and wine selection, and Asian whiskies and beers. Join us for weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 2pm, or stop by during happy hour Monday to Friday from 4-6pm featuring $6 bar bites, handrolls, and beer, $9 cocktails and wine, and $10 sake. Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.
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6. SUSHI-SAN - River North
4.8
Exceptional(1435)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • River North (Chicago)
Booked 142 times today
Sushi-San serves up the best sushi in Chicago made with the freshest ingredients they can find, all served with a side of old-school hip-hop and ice-cold beer. The bar is kept stocked with rare Japanese whisky, sake, wine and inventive cocktails. Join them for lunch and dinner.
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7. Siena Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(6242)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 120 times today
Entirely Rooted In A "From Scratch" Approach, We Present Upscale, Classic Italian Fares, Straight From Top Chef Alum, Fabio Viviani. Siena Tavern'S Extensive Wine List And Our Highly Contemporary Design, Interspersed With Rustic Details, Elevates The Genuine Italian Dining Experience While Simultaneously Maintaining Authenticity.​ ​Farm To Fork, Refined And Redefined.
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8. Beatrix - River North
4.6
Exceptional(5446)
Price: Moderate
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 158 times today
Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant was created by Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and house blends from our very own, Beatrix Coffee Roasters. Beatrix is open daily for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
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9. Hawksmoor Chicago
4.5
Awesome(657)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 40 times today
Welcome to Hawksmoor Chicago, our biggest and boldest steakhouse yet, located in the iconic LaSalle Powerhouse in River North. We've brought everything we've learned from nearly 20 years in the UK, Ireland and the US to create something genuinely special in downtown Chicago - a city that knows and loves great steak. Named the World's Best Steak Restaurant and a James Beard Foundation semi-finalist, Hawksmoor is built on a simple philosophy: buy the best and let it shine. That means incredible beef from family-run farms across the Northeast and Pacific Northwest, cooked over open fire. Our responsibly sourced seafood from the Northeast is treated with the same care. In our 16,500 sq ft space, with barrel-vaulted ceilings and touches from Chicago's Golden Age of Travel, you'll find world-class dining without formality - no stiff uniforms or scripts, just relaxed, knowledgeable teams who love what they do. Join us for Happy Hour (daily 5-6pm), and our award-winning Sunday Roast.
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10. RPM Italian - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(12514)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 91 times today
Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit, featuring a contemporary menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

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