Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Chicago

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Updated June 05, 2025

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North Pond

4.9

4.9 (4882)

$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 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.

Top review

Molly

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing dining experience with excellent service. The first 3 dishes were some of the best dishes I have ever had.

RL Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (7590)

$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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donna

Dined 1 day ago

Food and atmosphere is great! Our waiter Jeff was outstanding and made the experience so fun and memorable!

Ada Street

4.8

4.8 (1103)

$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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KendallVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Ada Street was phenomenal - the food, drinks, and atmosphere were top notch. Our server Taylor was very helpful suggesting dishes and was incredibly warm and friendly. Highly recommend!

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4.8

4.8 (459)

$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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RobinVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Everything we ordered was excellent! Our server, Kayla, was spot on with her recommendations and describing items we asked about. The homemade "Ruffles" and onion dip are a definite get! As is the asparagus panzanella salad. Everything else was wonderful. Other than our server, Kayla, all the servers and wait persons were attentive and really nice ... looking forward to returning to Daisies.

Hopsmith Tavern

4.7

4.7 (33)

$30 and under

American

Gold Coast / Streeterville

About the restaurant

Hopsmith Tavern is where game day, happy hour, and late nights collide. Located in Chicago’s Gold Coast, we’re pouring 30 rotating taps, serving scratch-made American fare, and keeping the party going long after the final whistle.

If it’s on TV, we’ve got it—college rivalries, pro sports, or local matchups. Our two-story space blends modern design with eclectic charm, featuring a fireplace, bold décor, and a retractable second-floor roof. With street-level open windows and TVs everywhere, you won’t miss a play.

But let’s talk food. From Chimichurri Steak Sliders to Nashville Hot Chicken Dip, dry-aged smash burgers, and signature flatbreads, our menu hits the spot whether it’s kickoff or last call.

The MSU Spartans call us home, but everyone’s welcome. Whether it’s post-work drinks, burgers with friends, or a last round before sunrise, Hopsmith keeps the drinks flowing and the energy alive.

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MarieVIP

Dined on Mar 30, 2025

great atmosphere and great waitress! would definitely go back here!!!

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Experience

Girl's Night Out - Ladie's Night in June

The Evie

4.8

4.8 (998)

$31 to $50

American

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

Led by a team of lifelong Chicago restaurant figures, The Evie is a locally-owned upscale dining destination located at the heart of the Magnificent Mile. Led by Partner George Archos (Wildberry Café), Chef-Partner Nick Nitti (Forno Rosso, Lucia Rose, Cucina 3 Italian), and Executive Chef Phil Rubino (Spiaggia, L2O, Cicchetti), the restaurant provides city locals and visitors a place to unwind and indulge while overlooking iconic Michigan Avenue. Named after George’s mother and daughter, the concept puts family at the forefront, with an emphasis on warm, Midwestern hospitality.

Evie offers full lunch/dinner and weekend brunch, presenting a menu of reimagined American classics and city favorites, spotlighting dishes like chef-crafted sushi rolls, freshly baked breads, Chicago-style Wagyu hotdogs, and USDA prime steaks. Complementing the menu, our dynamic beverage program weaves together seasonality and elegance, featuring an array of classic and craft cocktails, sake, beer & wine.

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Jen

Dined 1 day ago

The food was fantastic and I would definitely go back again.

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Experience

Surprise your dad with an original Scotch cocktail

Roscoe's Tavern

5.0

5 (221)

$30 and under

American

Roscoe Village

About the restaurant

Welcome to Roscoe’s Tavern, Chicago’s leader in nightlife and entertainment. Guests must be 21+ and present valid ID for entry.

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George

Dined 6 days ago

Great show great menu great time , friendly neighborhood vibes !

Willow Room

4.8

4.8 (2011)

$31 to $50

American

Lincoln Park

About the restaurant

Willow Room is located in Lincoln park, serving European/American bistro food set in a classic yet unique atmosphere.

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Andre

Dined 1 day ago

Front of house was so nice and helpful at communicating issues with the weather

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4.8

4.8 (1727)

$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.

Top review

Brenda

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Loved it. Decor was lovely. Food was delicious, and the service was fantastic. Our sever was so friendly and helpful.

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Popular dish

Red Crab Bucatini

Popular dish

Roasted Beet Salad (vegan)

Elske

4.8

4.8 (1303)

$50 and over

American

West Loop

About the restaurant

OUTDOOR DINING: Our patio is uncovered and seating is weather dependent. We are not able to move reservations indoors in the case of inclement weather.

DIETARY: We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten, dairy, nut/peanut, & shellfish free diets. If any guests in your group have restrictions not listed above, or multiple restrictions, email us at info@elskerestaurant.com before booking, as we may not be able to accommodate.

ABOUT: 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 friendly service, it creates the impression that you’re eating in a tasteful Scandinavian friend’s weekend home.

Top review

Joe

Dined 1 day ago

The food was phenomenal!!! Every bite was an experience.

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