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Summer House - Chicago
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(8,222)Lincoln Park - 2
Girl & the Goat
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(15,297)West Loop - 3
Robert's Pizza and Dough Company
Price: Expensive•Pizzeria•4.8(2,242)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(3,821)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 5
River Roast
Price: Expensive•American•4.5(3,425)River North (Chicago)
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Pizzeria Portofino
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,020)River North (Chicago) - 2
STK – Chicago
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.2(6,700)River North (Chicago) - 3
Cindy's Rooftop
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.4(119)Downtown / Loop - 4
Gibsons Italia
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(4,455)River North (Chicago) - 5
Daisies Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(459)Logan Square
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Tre Dita
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,293)River North (Chicago) - 2
Prime & Provisions Steakhouse
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(5,890)River North (Chicago) - 3
Maple & Ash - Chicago
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(4,379)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
Adalina
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.6(2,561)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 5
Sepia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(5,477)West Loop
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Itoko
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.8(612)Situated in Lakeview's iconic Southport Corridor, Itoko is a neighborhood Japanese and robata restaurant from Gene Kato, Executive Chef of Momotaro. “Itoko” meaning “cousin” in Japanese, refers to the connection with Momotaro, located in the Fulton Market District. The menu features the high level of ingredients and technique that Chicago has come to expect from Chef Kato, alongside a beautiful interior curated for the Southport neighborhood. The menu itself features uniquely interpreted sushi rolls that allow the high-quality fish to be the star of the sushi experience. In addition, an innovative beverage menu with a focus on cocktails & highballs highlights the relationship between the technique of the food created by the kitchen and how this is complimented by the beverage selection.Sushi Mura
Price: Moderate•Japanese•4.8(38)Sushi Mura is located in Chicago, Illinois, and serves Japanese cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy one of the restaurantÕs specials named after a regular customer and youÕll see how Sushi Mura cares for the diners. The menu for lunch and dinner at Sushi Mura contains a mixture of the traditional dishes youÕll find in many Japanese restaurants and many unusual ones as well. Some of these include sweet jalapeno, DannyÕs super awesome roll, white dragon roll, temptation roll, shumai, gyoza, seaweed salad, bi-bim-bop, katsu, ramen and yaki soba. Desserts like the tempura ice cream are a perfect ending.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Chicago, IL | Lakeview
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.8(554)Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.
Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!
Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!Cafe El Tapatio
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4.8(353)The Parra family has owned and operated this cheerful restaurant for 46 years and make frequent trips to Mexico for menu ideas and cook up several family specialties. Beyond the standard tacos, burritos, and chimichangas are dishes such as crepas de pollo.
The Gundis Kurdish Kitchen
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.6(354)The Gundis Kurdish Kitchen in Chicago offers a unique dining experience, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. As the city's first Kurdish restaurant, it invites you into a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with rich aromas and modern decor.
The menu celebrates Kurdish culinary heritage, featuring dishes made from fresh, seasonal ingredients and traditional recipes. Enjoy the Sampler platter, a delightful mix of hummus, baba ganoush, and ezme, served with warm, house-baked bread. For your main course, try the perfectly seasoned Adana kebab or the Mardin Eggplant Stew, which includes your choice of protein. Don't miss an extraordinary Michelin recommended breakfast, served every Saturday and Sunday.
At The Gundis, every bite reflects a commitment to quality and authenticity, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers in Chicago. Come experience the rich flavors and warm hospitality that define Kurdish cuisine.Lark
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(250)Lark's dining experience is hip, friendly and fun: perfect for date night, groups, weekday dinner or weekend brunch with the family. Our specialty is wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, with excellent burgers, sandwiches, and pasta, plus a late night After Dark menu. The walnut finished oak bar features 15 craft beers to grab before taking a seat by our cozy fireplace. Or enjoy one of our handcrafted cocktails on our award-winning patio. There's something for everyone at Lark!
Oak and Honey
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(21)Kuljas Gupta and Harry Honeyman, our co-owners, bring deep culinary expertise and artisanal baking skills to every dish we serve. Led by Executive Chef Zachary Paske's creative New American cuisine and complemented by General Manager Diane M. Honeyman's inviting hospitality, we strive to offer unforgettable experiences.
Our welcoming space, adorned with rustic wooden features and cozy corners, is the ideal place to enjoy our handcrafted cuisine. We take great pride in our freshly made breads and pastries, which provide a taste of both quality and tradition. From our delicate ravioli to our rich crème brûlée, each plate showcases our commitment to flavor.
Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, we offer a curated menu of craft cocktails and expertly brewed coffee, suitable for any occasion. Whether you're here to enjoy a leisurely meal or just want to relax with a drink, we invite you to treasure each moment with us. You're always welcome.Sochi Saigonese Kitchen
Price: Moderate•Vietnamese•4.7(559)Come enjoy Vietnamese cuisine from the Saigon region. Showcasing Pho, eggrolls, fresh spring rolls, salad, and main dishes. Accompanied with homemade desserts that completes the meal. Complimented with a full bar with wonderful wine pairings and an array of hand crafted cocktails.
Our dining room is inviting and bright with and open kitchen so you may be able to see all the action that is happening.
Black & Caspian
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.6(251)Black & Caspian Wine Bistro is a Modern Mediterranean Wine Bistro in Lakeview East.
Highly regarded locally, our modern international restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating, and a reputation for excellent service. We are known for creating stunning food experiences and our meals are known for being outstanding and well remembered. Our wine bar flows with great international selections – wine and good food pairing forever.Crab King Cajun Boil & Sushi
Price: Moderate•Cajun•4.7(72)Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar is a new business of seafood in this community. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of seafood, and give you the best dining experience. At our new Chicago location, we strive to make Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar to be the best seafood restaurant in town.
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- CCarolineVIPDetroit / Eastern Michigan •2 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat time celebrating my mom’s birthday! Everyone loved their food and the spritzes were really goodMore infoMia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview•4.6
- TTeresaDallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews4.0Dined 6 days agoFood and service were great. We went for brunch and the music was a little loud and hard to talk, but there was a large private party on one side of the restaurant who were enjoying it so I didn't fuss about it. Good drink selection. Vibe was very lively like the neighborhood.More infoFelix Modern American DiningPrice: Expensive• American• Lakeview / East Lakeview•4.3
- IIsaacChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoThe polo con mole was excellent. The papa vedas was cooked just right.More infoISTMO Oaxacan CuisinePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Lakeview / East Lakeview•4.7
- KKateVIPChicago / Illinois •153 reviews4.0Dined on Jun 4, 2025A nice selection of tapas in a cozy, but not cramped, space. We had tortellini, asparagus bruschetta and meatballs and all were good. They have a nice selection of cocktails on wine. Beer is not a focus. Very welcoming and relaxing.More infoFigo Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview•4.5
- RRachelVIPChicago / Illinois •13 reviews5.0Dined on May 23, 2025Really enjoyed the friendly and fast staff. Would reorder the basil cream mussels and soft shell crab sliders. Cannot recommend the Bite Me sushi roll.More infoBITES Asian Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Lakeview / East Lakeview•4.8
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