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North Pond, Chicago, IL
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North Pond

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$50 and over
American
2610 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
Inspired by the market, Chef César Murillo utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season. His tasting menu reflects the Arts & Crafts approach of the dining room - complex layers of subtle craft beneath a simple decorative style.
We offer a five-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. The menu is not á la carte.
Tables in the front room or patio, overlooking the pond, are seated first come, first serve. We do not hold tables. All tables for more than 4 people are seated in our main dining room.
We accept reservations for a maximum of 8 people at one table.
A cancellation charge of $25 per person is applied to all same day cancellations.

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Executive chef: César Murillo

From the OpenTable editors: Chef César Murillo’s seasonal tasting menus are just as stunning as the lush Lincoln Park setting of this beloved restaurant. An alum of Grace, Murillo combines classical technique with hyperlocal ingredients—including fresh produce from the restaurant’s rooftop garden—in elegant dishes that could include a Cornish hen with summer squash and charred cherries. Snag a seat by one of the windows in the Arts and Crafts-style dining room for the best garden and skyline views.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, French
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:00 pm Dinner Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 477-5845
  • Website
    http://www.northpondrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    North Pond provides one of the most distinctive settings in the city for private social and business events. Our Lincoln Park location offers stunning views of Chicago’s dramatic skyline. We offer an inclusive evening for your special occasion, complete with a seasonal four-course dinner
  • Location
    2610 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross street
    Lakeview & Deming
  • Parking details
    Taxi drop off location: Drop-off is at the intersection of Lakeview and Deming, on the West side of the park. From there, the restaurant is a short walk into the park.
  • Public transit
    At the corner of 2600 N. Lakeview Ave. and Deming. Enter the park through the underpass leading to North Pond Restaurant. CTA 151, 156 (Wrightwood), 22, 36 (Clark & Deming)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,869 people are saying

North Pond reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Good for special occasions

  • Chicago / Illinois

    American

  • Chicago

    Best Ambiance

  • Chicago

    Good for special occasions

  • Chicago

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
North Pond offers an "unforgettable" dining experience in Chicago, blending serene Lincoln Park views with "artful and soulful" dishes by Chef César Murillo. Guests rave about its "impeccable service," "creative and seasonal" tasting menus, and the "warm and cozy" atmosphere. Perfect for special occasions, and highly recommended for its "incredible experience."
4,869 Reviews

  1. Sarah

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible anniversary dinner at North Pond. The service was impeccable and every single dish was delicious. We opted for the wine pairing and additional foie gras and pickles course which was amazing. Our server was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, and the chef even came over for a chat at the end of the night. We will be back! Highly recommend.

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  2. sun VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating our son's high graduation. It was perfect place do so. We took some photos around the area as it was beautiful before we dine in. They made our celebration special. The service and food were great and we love the beauty of the place. I would return again.

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  3. Tracey

    St. Louis6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every brunch course was better than the one before it. The drinks were outstanding. The service was top notch.

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  4. John

    Atlanta4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    North Pond blends serene Lincoln Park views with Chef César Murillo’s artful, soulful tasting menu. Each dish balances elegance, technique, and whimsy—sunflower tartlets, foie gras, lamb, and rhubarb finale—all perfectly paced. A hushed sanctuary of flavor, design, and hospitality. Among Chicago’s finest dining experiences. Unforgettable. Transportive. A masterpiece.

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  5. Siri VIP

    Austin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service and great food. We got the vegetarian tasting and it was so thoughtfully done and very filling. We had a 6:30 reservation and food came out at a good pace until around 7;30 where the dining room filled up completely and pace slowed down considerably. All in all still a great experience, would come again.

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  6. Kathi

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We made the reservation for a birthday dinner but birthday went unrecognized. Host even confirmed the spelling of my husbands name when I called to confirm the reservation. Additionally, the food was only ok. The bread was probably the best part of the meal.

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  7. Shalini

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend! I’ve been coming here for special occasions for over 15 years and while it never disappoints, the food and service last night were exceptional. The menu is seasonal and the spring preparations are outstanding. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. For a 5 course meal it is perfectly balanced and delicious but not overly rich, definitely room for dessert. The service is lovely as is the dining area. Easily the best fine dining in Chicago in a beautiful, singular setting. It’s pricey but so is everything these days and this place is worth it.

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  8. Colin VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredibly balanced and bright food. From the moment we walked in you could tell the service members were next level. Gerald was fantastic and couldn’t have asked for a better experience

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  9. Roland

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Impeccable service. Made our 10th Wedding Anniversary absolutely special.

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  10. Fabrice VIP

    Chicago47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    well executed and not overly "precious" fine dining, excellent service and wine pairings were well matched

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FAQs

North Pond is rated 4.9 stars by 4869 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. Lincoln Park

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
Google Map for North Pond

2610 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lakeview & Deming
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:00 pm Dinner Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, French
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Taxi drop off location: Drop-off is at the intersection of Lakeview and Deming, on the West side of the park. From there, the restaurant is a short walk into the park.
  • Public transit
    At the corner of 2600 N. Lakeview Ave. and Deming. Enter the park through the underpass leading to North Pond Restaurant. CTA 151, 156 (Wrightwood), 22, 36 (Clark & Deming)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.northpondrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (773) 477-5845
  • Private party facilities
    North Pond provides one of the most distinctive settings in the city for private social and business events. Our Lincoln Park location offers stunning views of Chicago’s dramatic skyline. We offer an inclusive evening for your special occasion, complete with a seasonal four-course dinner

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