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A photo of TAK Korean Bistro restaurant
4.3
Awesome(40)
Price: Moderate
• Korean • South Loop
Booked 7 times today
A Korean pocha restaurant in South Loop Chicago is a lively and casual eatery that serves up traditional Korean street food dishes and drinks. Pocha, which translates to "street food tent," refers to the popular outdoor food stalls found in South Korea, and this type of restaurant aims to recreate that experience in an indoor setting.At a Korean pocha restaurant, you can expect to find a variety of small plates, or "anju," that are meant to be shared among friends while drinking soju or beer. These dishes can include popular Korean bar snacks like fried chicken, spicy rice cakes, and seafood pancakes.The atmosphere at a Korean pocha restaurant is usually laid-back and social, with a focus on hanging out with friends and enjoying good food and drinks.Overall, if you're looking for a fun and flavorful dining experience in South Loop Chicago, a Korean pocha restaurant is a great choice. With its vibrant atmosphere and delicious street food, it's sure to be a memorable meal.
A photo of Burger Bar Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(645)
Price: Moderate
• Burgers • South Loop
Booked 11 times today
American Ranchers know a thing or two about beef. When they tell us that Prime is the best, we just go with the flow and serve up the biggest, baddest Prime burgers around.
A photo of Rose Mary restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3323)
Price: Expensive
• Croatian • West Loop
Booked 223 times today
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.
A photo of Pizzeria Portofino restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1588)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 154 times today
Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant located directly on the Chicago riverfront offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera.
A photo of Alla Vita restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2323)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • West Loop
Booked 173 times today
Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients. Follow @allavitachicago to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings.
A photo of Girl & the Goat restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(14941)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 192 times today
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.
A photo of Club Lago Restaurant restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(494)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 6 times today
Opening its doors in 1952, Club Lago has anchored the corner of Superior and Orleans since before the neighborhood River North grew up around it. Serving classic Northern Italian specialties from the Garfagnana Valley in Tuscany to steaks, chops and signature sandwiches too, the Lago's staff will recommend the perfect entree for whatever mood you're in. Third generation owners GianCarlo and Guido are pouring the wine or serving the veal--it's a family affair. Time warp back to the fifties with a glass of chianti in a plush booth in the bar or hold court at one of the tables in the back; Club Lago's ideal for the first date, a meal before the theater or a game, or whenever you're looking to relax to great food and be a regular in a family joint. Some call it "retro," we call it home. Benvenuti, come on in!
A photo of Elina's restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(166)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Town
Booked 54 times today
Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight. Parties of 7 or more must contact Reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee.
A photo of The Gage restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(12030)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 99 times today
The Gage has become a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike for over ten years by effortlessly blending European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list all in a lively, convivial setting. Known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene, The Gage continues to evolve by serving well-rounded food and beverage menus that feature classic dishes and drinks with contemporary twists rooted in tradition.
A photo of Siena Tavern restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6067)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 97 times today
Entirely Rooted In A "From Scratch" Approach, We Present Upscale, Classic Italian Fares, Straight From Top Chef Alum, Fabio Viviani. Siena Tavern'S Extensive Wine List And Our Highly Contemporary Design, Interspersed With Rustic Details, Elevates The Genuine Italian Dining Experience While Simultaneously Maintaining Authenticity. Farm To Fork, Refined And Redefined.

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  • Peter
    Chicago / Illinois •119 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The entire experience was great but our server Jo was the game changer that made it such a pleasant evening
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    Alla VitaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• West Loop
    4.8
  • WhitneyVIP
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food and vibes were great! Our waitress, Casey, was amazing. Only thing that was really annoying was their obvious urge to turn tables over. In a matter of minutes, we had 4-5 separate people try to take our food that we were clearly still eating (literally said “no thank you, we’re still working on that” while we were mid-chew). The same thing happened with our drinks. We had a bottle of champagne in an ice bag that we repeatedly had people take out of the bag to check how much was remaining. Other than feeling rushed, this place was awesome.
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    Pizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    4.8
  • Eric
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food was superb! First time dining here - won’t be the last!
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    Burger Bar ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Burgers• South Loop
    4.6
  • Julie
    Iowa •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    This was one of my top five dining experiences ever! We got kitchen counter seating which I love- being right in the mix and chatting with the chefs is my jam! Cocktails were on point but the food…. I mean come on!!!! We had zucchini fritters, a butternut squash filled pasta dish that had this amazing rich and subtly sweet sauce, roasted beets with this crazy pop of pomegranate and risotto with a taleggio fonduta that I will be dreaming about for a very long time! Bravo, rose mary- you killed it!!!!
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    Rose MaryPrice: Expensive• Croatian• West Loop
    4.8
  • Tim
    Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 25, 2024
    Amazing place. The food, ambience, and vibe were all perfect. Will be back soon. Oooooooo
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    TAK Korean BistroPrice: Moderate• Korean• South Loop
    4.3
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