Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Chicago

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Chicago? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Eight Bar and Patio

4.8

4.8 (70)

$50 and over

American

Gold Coast / Streeterville

About the restaurant

Whether it’s a champagne filled lunch with friends or just a spontaneous Tuesday night out, our Gold Coast gem is where luxury meets ease. From sushi and chops to unforgettable moments, we’re here to take care of you. Experience relaxed luxury, and make your reservation today. (Seating areas can be requested, but may not be guaranteed. Patio seating available on a first come, first serve basis)

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MoniqueVIP

Dined 6 days ago

I have gone to this restaurant for special occasions and I always have a great time. I have also had the same service person, Raymond, who is simply the best. Thank you to the restaurant for always celebrating my special occasions in a fabulous way.

North Pond

4.9

4.9 (4838)

$50 and over

American

Lincoln Park

About the restaurant

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 four-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. The menu is not á la carte, however, it provides options for each of the courses.

North Pond is open for dinner Thursday through Sunday beginning at 5:30pm.
Sunday Brunch begins at 10:30am and is three-course prix fixe.

We do not offer valet parking.
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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PamVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Outstanding service and meal today for a delicious brunch at North Pond!

Ada Street

4.8

4.8 (1086)

$31 to $50

American

Bucktown / Wicker Park

About the restaurant

Located in the Elston Industrial District--not quite Bucktown, not quite Lincoln Park--Ada Street offers dinner service five days a week.

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Chris

Dined 4 days ago

Ada St once again provided a memorable evening of great food & exceptional service. The lamb ribs & sea bass were highlights but everything was incredibly delicious. We look forward to our next visit.

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Experience

Large Reservations

RL Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (7508)

$31 to $50

American

Gold Coast / Streeterville

About the restaurant

If you do not find availability online, please call the restaurant directly at 312-475-1100.

Located adjacent to the Ralph Lauren Chicago flagship store on Michigan Avenue, RL Restaurant features the vision and décor of Ralph Lauren in a modern club atmosphere.
RL Restaurant offers classic American cuisine inspired by Ralph Lauren’s personal favorites. Seasonal dishes range from a chopped vegetable salad to a lobster roll sandwich, grilled fish of the day and steaks. On the cocktail list, guests can choose from classic drinks and a diverse selection of wines and other fine spirits.

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SharonVIP

Dined 1 day ago

I've been dining at RL as long as it's been open and it is consistently extraordinary. The menus are fresh and seasonal and always include my old standbys. The service is impeccable. Anyone who says they didn't enjoy themselves can't be pleased. The best, always.

Doc B's Restaurant - Gold Coast

4.8

4.8 (1395)

$30 and under

American

Gold Coast / Streeterville

About the restaurant

Set in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, Doc B's Restaurant + Bar serves food made from scratch daily. Incorporating the highest-quality ingredients, the menu includes a variety of entree-sized salads, "very special” entrees, crave-worthy burgers and sandwiches, signature Wok Out Bowls™, housemade pizza, indulgent desserts and so much more. Doc B’s also impresses with an extensive craft beer, wine and spirits selection in addition to signature cocktails. No matter what occasion, the expansive menu truly offers something for everyone. With each location having its own personality, Doc B’s Chicago (Gold Coast) is located just steps away from the 900 North Michigan Shops, as well as Michigan Avenue and offers weekday happy hour.

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Linda

Dined 4 days ago

Everything was so delicious, presentations gorgeous, Waiter Kyle was friendly, attentive and accommodating- definitely returning here again soon!

Elske

4.8

4.8 (1274)

$50 and over

American

West Loop

About the restaurant

PLEASE NOTE:
**We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten free, dairy free, nut/peanut free & shellfish free diets. Before booking, please email us at info@elskerestaurant.com regarding any restrictions that are not listed above. We may be unable to accommodate certain restrictions, or diners with multiple restrictions.**

Elske means love in Danish, a nod to both David Posey’s Danish mother and the fact that the couple got engaged in Copenhagen. “Our travels in Denmark have really influenced us,” Chef Posey said. “We like that clean, simple aesthetic.” The dining room — all crisp lines, minimalist décor & soft lighting — is anchored by a wide open kitchen on one side & a small patio with a working fireplace on the other. Combined with the friendly service, it creates the impression that you’re eating in a supremely tasteful Scandinavian friend’s weekend home.

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Joshua

Dined 3 days ago

Absolutely outstanding. Possibly one of the best meals I have ever had anywhere in the world. Confident and refined, but unfussy and at times playful, we ordered the tasting menu and were blown away. The all natural wine pairing was incredibly interesting and we, in addition, had the NA pairing which is under no circumstances to be missed. We also ordered an extra course which received its own perfect pairing, as well as samples of their in-house schnapps, all of which were immaculate. The design of the interior is also so welcoming and cool, the ambience was amazing. Can’t wait to return, many thanks to Hannah who took good care of us!

Daisies Chicago

4.8

4.8 (395)

$31 to $50

American

Logan Square

About the restaurant

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm.

Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.

Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays.
Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day.
Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day.
We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served.

Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

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LisaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

delicious food and wonderful service. no notes! Can‘t wait to have brunch there again

Elephant & Castle - Chicago Adams St.

4.4

4.4 (376)

$30 and under

American

Downtown / Loop

About the restaurant

Located in Chicago's bustling central business district, Elephant & Castle on Adams offers an authentic British pub experience with hearty pub fare like fish and chips, classic breakfasts, and live sports. Whether you're grabbing a bite after visiting the Art Institute, catching football matches after work, or enjoying happy hour near Willis Tower, we've got you covered. Conveniently attached to the Club Quarters Central Loop hotel, Elephant & Castle is your go-to sports pub for great food, drinks, and a lively atmosphere in the heart of Chicago.

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TrishaVIP

Dined on Apr 10, 2025

We were there during happy hour so of course it was loud, we expected that. The food was very good, we enjoyed it!!

D4 Irish Pub and Cafe

4.8

4.8 (1043)

$30 and under

American

Gold Coast / Streeterville

About the restaurant

D4 Irish Pub & Cafe, named after Dublin's premiere zip code, brings a taste of Dublin to Chicago's Streeterville neighborhood. Serving modern favorites with an Irish flair, our kitchen puts the comfort of home cooking into all of our dishes. From our rustic shepherd's pie and hand battered fish & chips to our towering Angus beef burgers and warm bread pudding, we use the finest and freshest ingredients in all of our homemade recipes.

Cozy up next to one of our two fireplaces during the colder months or enjoy a private table in our main dining room. Alfresco dining is also available on our lush and expansive outdoor patio during the summer months. D4's libations list offers a vast collection of craft and imported beers, wines from around the world, seasonal cocktails and an extensive scotch and whiskey list to satisfy your every whim.

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deniseVIP

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

Excellent and consistent food, service and ambience. By far my favorite goto restaurant! Love the location!

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Popular dish

Chicken Pot Pie

Eden

4.8

4.8 (1700)

$31 to $50

American

Avondale

About the restaurant

Eden’s ever-evolving brunch, lunch, dinner and beverage menus focus on the use of high-quality and seasonal ingredients, with an approach based on simplifying the process that goes into crafting each dish. This focus produces robust, clean flavors to compliment the flowers and herbs from our on-site greenhouse that also add beauty to each dish. Our 20’ x 28’ greenhouse allows us to grow all year, reduce our carbon footprint by sourcing on-site, and it helps the local ecosystem by attracting pollinators. Our sustainability efforts also include composting organic material left over during food preparation.

Free Parking is available and easily accessible in the private lot across the street from the restaurant.

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Karen

Dined 7 days ago

A hidden gem worth finding. Delicious food and attentive servers.

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