Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in South Side

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1. Miss Ricky's Trattoria

4.6

Exceptional(808)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / Loop

Booked 29 times today

Tucked away in a beautiful historic building located at 203 N. Wabash sits the ever-evolving and delectable Miss Ricky's. Serving up brunch and dinner seven days a week featuring some of Chicago's best fresh and from scratch Italian dishes by Executive Chef Mike Alaridi. Whether you're dining solo or with a large group, Miss Ricky's can accommodate your desired experience. To book a table visit www.missrickys.com *For private dining options e-mail Tricia.moore@virginhotels.com

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2. Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago

4.3

Awesome(4918)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • South Loop

Booked 9 times today

Mercat offers an authentic dining experience that combines fresh meats and produces with the energetic spirit of a Barcelona market.

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3. State and Lake Chicago Tavern

4.0

Excellent(1539)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 31 times today

The sleek contemporary State and Lake Chicago Tavern combines the flair of artisanal American cuisine with the warm, welcoming vibe of a neighborhood pub. Named after the iconic intersection in the heart of the city, State and Lake Chicago Tavern serves up new twists on tavern fare, with an emphasis on featuring the finest locally sourced and wholesome ingredients.Putting a modern spin on traditional tavern dining, the inviting decor features cork floors, leather walls and plush banquettes, radiating upscale hospitality and exceptional service. Cozy enough to lounge in and stylish enough for business, State and Lake Chicago Tavern is ideal for guests and locals alike looking to unwind over a drink, gather together to watch a game, or grab a pre-theater bite before heading to the nearby historic theater district. Whether it's a lunchtime escape or a Happy Hour go-to at the intimate bar, theWit's award-winning eatery takes traditional tavern dining to the next level.

4. The Grillroom

4.6

Exceptional(3141)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loop

Booked 8 times today

Treat yourself to expertly crafted dishes, bold flavors and a stylish vibe at our modern Steakhouse in the heart of Chicago. We proudly serve Allen Bros. award winning steaks, the freshest seafood, pastas, and more. Enjoy steak and style all just steps away from the top hotels, theaters, shopping and the bustling business district.Having dinner before a show or event? 🎭We are located directly across the street from the CIBC theater & within close proximity to several surrounding venues including the Cadillac Palace Theater, Nederlander Theater and Chicago Theater. To ensure the dinner experience standards we pride ourselves on, please allow at minimum 1.5 hours for your reservation with us.• For 7:00 PM shows: Last seating at 5:45 PM• For 7:30 PM shows: Last seating at 6:15 PM• For 8:00 PM shows: Last seating at 6:45 PM •After these times, pre-theater guests are welcome to enjoy offerings at the bar. We look forward to making your time with us special!

5. Proxi

4.7

Exceptional(2398)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • West Loop

Booked 18 times today

Proxi offers Modern American Cuisine with cooking that reflects the diversity, innovation, and openness of American culture. Proxi showcases seasonal ingredients in an elegant setting, emphasizing open-fire cooking. Located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood along Restaurant Row, Proxi, designed by award-winning Meyer Davis, unites an award-winning team to transport its guests around the world, beginning with cuisine and extending to an eclectic beverage program focused on worldly inspirations and diverse, exotic ingredients. Casual, yet fast-paced service guides Proxi’s international culinary experience, with fine-dining standards and in-depth product knowledge leading the charge, balanced by genuine energy and enthusiasm.

6. Roanoke

4.3

Awesome(1448)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 69 times today

Roanoke Restaurant, located in the Loop, is a local favorite known for its excellent service and top-tier culinary offerings. The menu highlights artisan comfort food, signature rotisserie dishes, and hand-crafted cocktails. The restaurant's design features luxurious finishes, copper accents, and warm lighting inspired by the rotisserie and brick oven in the open kitchen. Whether you're enjoying happy hour at the bar, dining by the fireplace for a more intimate experience, or joining the vibrant lunch crowd, Roanoke is an ideal spot to gather with colleagues, friends, or family. The restaurant also offers large event spaces that can accommodate up to 250 people.Guests can enjoy parking validation at the 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, park for free with a $25 meal purchase. Be sure to bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.

7. Industry Ales

4.6

Exceptional(66)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 10 times today

Industry Ales is your destination in downtown Chicago for delicious food, brews, and cocktails. Featuring a lunch and dinner menu curated by Chef Steven Kowaleski, an in house brewing program from Head Brewer Michael Gretz, and a full craft cocktail program lead by James VanDerBosch. Stop in to see a nod to Chicago's forgotten history in this new elevated take on the classic brewery. It's located in the heart of the loop, just steps from your favorite iconic Chicago landmarks. Industry Ales features a dining room, beer hall, as well as two private dining and event spaces. Whether you join us for a quick lunch, group dinner, or after work libations, we are happy to serve you! Don't miss out on our $5 draft beer happy hour or daily specials, follow us on instagram @industryales for our most up to date offerings. Can't wait for you to join us! Interested in hosting a happy hour or private event? E-mail events@industryales.com to host your next party or gathering with us.

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8. Bazaar Meat Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(500)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • River North (Chicago)

Booked 23 times today

STEAKHOUSE, REDEFINEDA carefully curated theater of shared plates, The Bazaar consistently wows its guests with ingeniously innovative cuisine, thoughtfully created cocktails, theatrical presentations, and attentive yet unfussy service. The Bazaar takes guests on a wild sensory adventure born of José’s Spanish roots, both traditional and avant-garde, in a bold, playful atmosphere where anything is possible. Each location is completely unique, adding a fresh, ever-evolving intrigue to the world of The Bazaar.Underneath sparkling crimson chandeliers designed to mimic the flames of a volcano, sit for a curated tasting menu that weaves from raw preparations to the prized vaca vieja, or ribeye aged to perfection. As the flames in the fire kitchen flicker, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind meal, from inventive takes on carpaccio to the most tender rotisserie-style meat. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

9. Beatrix - Loop

4.7

Exceptional(264)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 26 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s Loop, River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.

10. South Branch

4.7

Exceptional(1241)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Loop

One of the best restaurants in Chicago’s Loop in the heart of downtown. Enjoy full views of the Chicago River, nestled among the city’s skyline.

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Virginia
Chicago / Illinois •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great server but he was the ONLY one for the whole restaurant! Food was excellent.
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Miss Ricky's TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / Loop
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4.6
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Megan
Columbus •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Order the Chef’s Menu - well worth it and you get to try so many different things that way. Service was impeccable.
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ProxiPrice: Expensive• Global, International• West Loop
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4.7
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Jan
St. Louis •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
10/10 would come back again. Good holiday drinks and food was superb. Waitress was busy but managed to continually ask how we were doing. Restaurant stayed on top of the fact we were going to a play later that night and kept us on track to be at theatre on time.
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The GrillroomPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Loop
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4.6
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MarlaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •43 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Surprisingly good food for a hotel bar/restaurant. Service was a little slow, probably understaffed, but very pleasant. Would definitely go back.
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State and Lake Chicago TavernPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / Loop
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BarbVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A group of 5 friends went before a CSO concert. It was a short walk to symphony hall and very festive for the holidays. The service and food were both great. We had the bacon wrapped dates, prosciutto and blue cheese salad, gambas, tuna tartar scallops and paella! All delicious! Thank you.
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Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• South Loop
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4.3

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1. Miss Ricky's Trattoria

2. Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago

3. State and Lake Chicago Tavern

4. The Grillroom

5. Proxi

6. Roanoke

7. Industry Ales

8. Bazaar Meat Chicago

9. Beatrix - Loop

10. South Branch

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