Best Date Night Restaurants in Belmont Central / Cragin

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Albany ParkAndersonvilleAvondaleBerwynBridgeportBronzeville

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

448 restaurants available nearby

1. Mott Street

4.8

Exceptional(1094)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 95 times today

Supremely Asian American. Eastern cooking technique. Taking inspiration from the night markets of Asia and his Korean-American childhood, Chef Edward Kim pairs eastern cooking techniques with Chicago ingredients to create umami-laden flavors, juxtaposing tastes and textures for a wildly exciting menu. A festive and lively dining scene is anchored by a well-lauded bar program and an open pantry, inviting our guests further into the kitchen experience. Like a nightly Asian Thanksgiving, expect Feast-Style dining, rolling up your sleeves, passing plates with your neighbors, getting sauce on your face - if you’re having a good time you’re doing it right.

2. Tre Dita

4.7

Exceptional(1033)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 130 times today

Led by Chef Evan Funke, Tre Dita, Italian for "three fingers", pays homage to the precise measurement of bistecca Fiorentina. Whether you're booking in the dining room at Tre Dita or Bar Tre Dita, you will enjoy the full menu of antipasti, handmade pastas, signature entrees and steaks. The full cocktail, wine list and dessert menu is also available in both locations.Please note that Tre Dita only accepts reservations 7 days in advance.

3. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2428)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 166 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.

4. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2809)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 252 times today

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

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5. The Walnut Room - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(7792)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 31 times today

For Large Parties 21 or more: please contact us at http://macysrestaurants.com/contact-us/ For Holiday Questions and Menu: http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/holiday2024/The world famous Walnut Room has been a Chicago tradition since 1907. Located on the 7th floor of Macy's on State Street, the Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theater district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show. Enjoy our Famous Mrs. Herring's Chicken Pot Pie and other well known favorites on the menu.

6. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba

4.8

Exceptional(9430)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Lincoln Park

Booked 158 times today

Cancellation policy: For parties of 5+ you need to cancel by 9am on the day of your reservation, otherwise it is a $25 fee. For smaller parties, please give us one hour in advance, in the event of a last minute cancellation or no show it is a $25 fee. Located in Lincoln Park, the All-Season Courtyard and Dining Rooms at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! are open with our new AIRPHX Air Filtration System. Your health is our top priority in all that we do. Steps we are taking: disposable and digital menus, continuous sanitation procedures & hand washing.

7. Rose Mary

4.8

Exceptional(3429)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Croatian • West Loop

Booked 163 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”.

8. PIZZ'AMICI

4.8

Exceptional(59)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizza Bar • West Town

Booked 34 times today

Nothing brings people together more than pizza. Serving up the best Chicago thin crust pizza and classic American Italian dishes for sit down or carry-out, PIZZ'AMICI is the perfect spot for a date night, special celebration or a fine glass of wine. No matter where you come from or who you come with, we guarantee you'll feel at home here and leave with few more friends.

9. BLVD Steakhouse

4.3

Awesome(3006)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 94 times today

BLVD Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse inspired by Hollywood's Sunset Blvd—the golden era's famed strip of dining and entertainment establishments. Our space embodies the glamour and luxury that defined Old Hollywood, offering sophisticated yet approachable service with a chef-driven menu of prime cuts, fresh seafood, and other seasonal favorites from Celebrity Chef/Partner Joe Flamm. Outside, our massive full season patio with a sprawling bar evokes an enchanted ‘secret garden’ look and feel with lush greenery, linen curtains, luxe upholstery, and romantic string lighting.

10. Elina's

4.8

Exceptional(222)

$$$$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. Contact reservations@elinaschicago.com for any additional inquiries.

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Diana
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server was amazing, thank you for accomodating us and moving our seats.
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Duck Duck GoatPrice: Expensive• Chinese• West Loop
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4.8
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DianaVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •65 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We dined for dinner tonight and the dinner menu did not disappoint!! Love Mott St! New family fav! Service was perfect!!
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Mott StreetPrice: Expensive• Central Asian• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.8
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angela
Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful, knowledgable wait person who made ecellent recommendations,, amazing food.
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Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.8
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SandraVIP
San Antonio •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Superb food and helpful,unpretentious service We sampled almost every category of food: bread, salad, antipasti, pasta, beef, dessert and found each exceptionally delicious. Delightful dining experience!
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Tre DitaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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EveVIP
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
I finally had the opportunity to eat here with my boyfriend for his birthday on Tuesday Night. It's such a beautiful restaurant; it reminds me of "OLD HOLLYWOO". The food was great and the service was everything. Will definitely return.
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BLVD SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Loop
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4.3

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