Award-winning

North Pond

Name: North Pond
Address: 2610 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL, United States, 60614
Telephone: (773) 477-5845
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

4493 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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Located within Lincoln Park, at the edge of a pond overlooking Chicago's dramatic skyline, North Pond can easily claim the city's loveliest setting. 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.

North Pond is open for dinner Thursday through Sunday beginning at 5:30pm. We feature a four course tasting menu. Sunday Brunch begins at 10:30am and is a three course prix fixe. We do not offer valet parking. A cancellation charge of $25 per person is applied to all same day cancellations.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 5, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

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
Executive chef
Cesar Murillo
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
Private party contact
John Arents: (773) 477-5845

Location
2610 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
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
CTA 151, 156 (Wrightwood), 22, 36 (Clark & Deming) At the corner of 2600 N. Lakeview Ave. and Deming. Enter the park through the underpass leading to North Pond Restaurant.
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

Experiences

New Year's Eve Seven Course Tasting Menu
$225.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
We are serving a seven course New Year's Eve Tasting menu for $225.00 per person with an optional wine paring for $95.00. It is prepaid with a 21% Service Charge. We will accommodate vegetarians and pescatarians, but no other food restrictions or allergies. Thank you for booking your New Year's Eve Dinner with us. -North Pond

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What 4,493 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago
American

4,493 Reviews

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HansD
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have wanted to dine at North Pond for years. Aside from only visiting Chicago a couple of times per year, I'm not sure why we delayed it as long as we did, but we're certainly glad we finally had the experience. It was a wonderful meal! Great presentation and unique ingredient pairings. Additionally, the service was doting and very pleasant. We highly recommend North Pond.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love North Pond and had yet another amazing late autumn harvest dinner. Creative and delicious defined every course. Wine and cocktails were superb, too. Service was excellent. Thank you, North Pond!
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KateC
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated a family birthday at North Pond on a Saturday evening and had a wonderful experience. The environment is warm and beautiful, and it was comfortable for conversation even for someone with some hearing loss. Every course of the prix fixe meal was stunningly presented and just as delicious, and additional small touches made the evening memorable. We highly recommend for a celebratory meal: picturesque views, seasonal offerings, and honoring local and native foods make us want to visit in another season!
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SeetalA
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unique and delicious seasonal food. Great service and care. Surprise treats. Interesting pairing of flavors that really worked! Creative and worth the price.
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Jeanette
Chicago
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were blown away by this restaurant. Food was excellent and service was outstanding. I look forward to returning and highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was incredible. Chef kept us on our toes all night and treated us very well.
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Julian
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal, went for my sisters birthday and they printed her name on the menu and provided a special dessert. Everything was delicious and the service was amazing. Can’t wait to go back this summer!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best experience in my life, it was genuinely incredible and would recommend 10/10!
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RichardB
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We come here regularly for special occasions and are never disappointed. It is a fine dining experience and always very creative.
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LindsayS
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Brunch was a three-course meal, with an optional add-on. The food and cocktails were delicious and all had stunning presentations with every course.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
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Neighbor
Chicago
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were married here 8 years ago (family still talks about what an awesome wedding it was) and when come back every year to celebrate (even though we no longer live in Chicago). This please does not disappoint! It you want a fab culinary experience, awesome service and spectacular view of the best city in the world, North Pond Restaurant should be on your “Must See” list! Thank you, NP, for yet another amazing experience!!
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Joyous
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite restaurant for celebrations. Each plate is unique, beautiful and delicious.
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Keanu
Las Vegas
17 reviews
vip
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
It was nice , the place is inside a park and it’s really nice . Service was good , food was ok .
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
North Pond was exceptional. I went with my aunt, and we both had a great time. The wagyu is incredible, the service is top notch, and it is a truly elevated experience.
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RomanB
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, served by happy staff in a lovely atmosphere. Also, this must be the most romantic restaurant in Chicago. Wonderful all around!!
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lovegoodfood
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our brunch at North Pond was FANTASTIC! We were served nine different food dishes, and every one of them was amazingly delicious! The service was excellent too. And it features its exquisite setting in the middle of the park, facing its namesake pond with the city skyline looming over the opposite shore. We love coming here and now it's better than ever!
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Foodie
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
John and Liz always make everything special. The food was wonderful.
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AnneB
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience5
Excited to try North Pond after walking past the restaurant so many times over the last few years. Unfortunately, it was a disappointment. Food was beautifully presented but the taste profiles were bland and disappointing. Of the 4 of us dining - only two dishes stood out, the elk and the quail. Otherwise, we were uniformly unimpressed. With a total bill over $1000, I expected much better. In fact, I have had much better in Chicago for 1/2 the cost.
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AlexB
Ottawa
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and wine pairings, very knowledgeable and friendly staff
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EdwardC
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nick, our waiter, was fantastic. I ordered the wine pairing, and he told us about the grapes, the vintners and why each wine went with the individual dish. He added immensely to the dinner. The food was exceptional and just the right amount. It was our anniversary and the restaurant sent some extras our way that made things even more special. My wife and I are already planning our next visit.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The tasting menu was excellent and paired well with the recommended wine pairings!
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PFG55
Chicago
129 reviews
vip
5.0
129 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best food and service. Great historic setting, asked about the slogan carved into the wood fascia, and was presented with a list of all the slogans about the premises. I recommend the wine flight. Everything on the prefixe menu was different this time, has elk, quail and some kind of tart. It was delicious.
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Andy
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The choices for every course were fantastic. In fact, I would have been happy with all three second course choices as my pre dessert meal. The variety of selections and the imagination in putting each plate together are beyond admirable. The many wonderful tastes in every dish, presented by very caring and knowledgeable servers make for a perfect evening. I am still savoring my tuna tartare, celery root, truffles, mushrooms, quail and chocolate! Can't wait to return again, again and again!
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Elliot
Cleveland
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not a minor item out of place. The blending of flavors and textures and wine pairings were perfect. Beautiful setting. Fine service
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KatherineC
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food and service in an impeccable setting. Chicago gem!
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Ethanael
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An exquisite place where the chef makes a traditional cuisine with a twist and this set in a historical building with a (rare) quiet atmosphere.
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Chi1
Chicago
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We are vegetarians. Every course, starter, entree, and sweet, were outstanding, even the Champagne Cocktail. Every taste was contrasting and complementary, like a Mozart Symphony. THE place for a very special occasion.
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WilliamR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went here for our anniversary and it was one of the best dining experiences either of us had ever had. The service was outstanding, they accommodated my dietary restriction knowledgeably and consistently, the wine pairing was perfect, and the food was outstanding. There were several instances where we looked at each other and said "I've never tasted that before" in the best way possible. It's pricey, not a regular outing for the vast majority of us, but for a special occasion it's the perfect spot.
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dave123
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant with a wonderful staff! We will be back!!!
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JoshuaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
I'm an occasional fine diner though my experience at North Pond has probably changed that. Attentive service, wonderful food and friendly staff made this a wonderful time.
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Neil
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brunch at North Pond is really special. The artful plates tasted as amazing as they looked. A feast for the senses with exceptional service. We will be back. :D
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EmmaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about our experience at North Pond was absolutely perfect. From the way the staff warmly greeted us, to our precious server Liz, who was so thoughtful and kind, to the impeccable food, everything was beyond our expectations. It felt so wonderful to be there and we are so grateful to have had the experience that we did.
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mikeluvsfood
Chicago
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Really enjoyed my evening at North Pond. The service was excellent. Every course was well received. We were there for a little over two hours, but it didn't feel like it. The wait staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall, a great place to go for a date or a group of friends. Very good experience and would go back.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic and service was exceptional. Our server Jeff was attentive and was very informative. Kudos to the staff at North Pond. We had a great evening
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AndrewK
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The tasting menu is exceptional and location makes it feel like you are miles away from the city.
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karenl
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pricey but worth it! Interesting but delicious food and exceptional service.
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lindyb
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, service and FOOD. It’s never disappoints
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Kevin
Las Vegas
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An outstanding dining experience. Be prepared to pay for the quality and attention to detail.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of Chicago’s best restaurants. Thoughtful menu, delicious food, amazing ambiance. Always a treat.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

North Pond is rated 4.8 stars by 4493 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 5, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

2610 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
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
CTA 151, 156 (Wrightwood), 22, 36 (Clark & Deming) At the corner of 2600 N. Lakeview Ave. and Deming. Enter the park through the underpass leading to North Pond Restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Cesar Murillo
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
Private party contact
John Arents: (773) 477-5845

North Pond

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

New Year's Eve Seven Course Tasting Menu

Popular dishes

Foie Gras Ricotta

Cheese Plate

Chocolate Truffle

Menu

What 4,493 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is North Pond restaurant rated?

Is North Pond currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information