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Best Restaurants for Birthdays in River North (Chicago)

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A photo of Pizzeria Portofino restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1565)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 158 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 River Roast restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3322)
Price: Expensive
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 83 times today
River Roast is a popular spot for birthday celebrations. With its stunning views of downtown Chicago and a lively social atmosphere, it's a go-to place for birthday dinners. The menu features contemporary American tavern fare that's perfect for sharing, and the restaurant offers accommodating service for all sizes of parties. As one reviewer put it, 'We celebrated my birthday here and the food was phenomenal!'
A photo of RPM Seafood restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1664)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • River North (Chicago)
Booked 101 times today
Introducing RPM Seafood, a dramatic multi-level restaurant overlooking the iconic Chicago River featuring the truest expression of the world’s best fish and seafood.The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Italian, it marks the third collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.
A photo of Siena Tavern restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6044)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 127 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.
A photo of Hawksmoor Chicago restaurant
4.5
Awesome(345)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 61 times today
Welcome to Hawksmoor Chicago, where we bring our acclaimed steakhouse experience from the UK to the iconic LaSalle Powerhouse in River North. Our ethos is simple: ‘Buy the best and let it shine.’ We serve all-natural, pasture-reared, dry-aged beef from US family-run farms, cooked over charcoal and seasoned simply with sea salt. Our seafood, sourced from trusted Northeastern fishermen, is prepared with equal care.In our 16,500 sq ft space, featuring barrel-vaulted ceilings and touches from the Golden Age of Travel, Hawksmoor is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re stopping by for cocktails, a casual lunch or a special celebration, we make sure you leave full and happy. We also offer private dining for groups of 10 to full venue buy-outs for 500—ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.And don’t miss our Sunday Roast: dry-aged beef, beef-dripping potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and bone marrow gravy—something like a Thanksgiving dinner every Sunday.
A photo of RPM Steak restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6201)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • River North (Chicago)
Booked 99 times today
Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Steak is an updated take on the classic steakhouse and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu, an award-winning wine list and a well-curated craft cocktail program. The sister restaurant to RPM Italian, RPM Steak marks the second collaboration between Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and Bill and Giuliana Rancic.
A photo of Sunda New Asian – River North restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7421)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 94 times today
Located in the bustling River North dining scene, Sunda offers a vibrant Southeast Asian dining experience, blending the flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Thailand, and beyond. We elevate culturally significant dishes using high-quality ingredients and modern techniques. Our beverage program includes signature handcrafted cocktails, a robust sake and wine selection, and Asian whiskies and beers. Join us for weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 2pm, or stop by during happy hour Monday to Friday from 4-6pm featuring $6 bar bites, handrolls, and beer, $9 cocktails and wine, and $10 sake. Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.
A photo of Coco Pazzo restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3872)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 18 times today
Since 1992, Coco Pazzo has been an award-winning, Tuscan-inspired Chicago favorite. Menu items include the Porterhouse Bistecca alla Fiorentina and whole Mediterranean Sea Bass filleted tableside. Additionally, find housemade pasta, hand-tossed pizza and daily risotto and seafood specials. Enjoy the wood-burning oven while you sit and eat at the bar. As close to Italy as you can get, you'll enjoy dining in this 1905 former warehouse loft space. Soaring ceilings with theatrical lighting, blue velvet drapes surround the dining room. Sit near an open window and enjoy passersby in this vibrant River North neighborhood. Steps from the Merchandise Mart and a short walk over the river from the Loop. Feel the welcoming and warm hospitality of this Gambero Rosso Top Italian Restaurant & Best Italian Wine List recipient and Wine Spectator award winner. Outdoor patio open weather permitting. Whether you join us for a romantic date night or corporate event, we look forward to hosting you soon!
A photo of Mastro's Steakhouse - Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6357)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 96 times today
Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.
A photo of Gene and Georgetti restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6062)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 53 times today
Gene and Georgetti is Chicago's original steakhouse since 1941. This family-owned establishment housed in Chicago's third oldest building serves the finest prime-aged steaks and chops, pastas, & signature dishes invented here such as The Garbage Salad and Chicken alla Joe. Our curated wine list originates from our roots in Lucca, Tuscany, Italy - we concentrate on Italian varietals that complement our classic Italian steakhouse menu.Securely processed credit card info is required to secure a reservation. No-shows or cancellations within 48 hrs will be charged $25 pp. As a reminder we do have a 15 minute grace period to honor your reservation, past that time your reservation will be forfeit.Valet parking after 3pm is $15 cash.Our dress code is Smart Business/Cocktail Chic - you never know who you might see at G & G!Gene & Georgetti can accommodate your party of up to 100. We look forward to welcoming you to G&G, where classic never goes out of style.

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  • teri
    St. Louis •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    The location, ambiance and food were good. Our server was just ok but the manager, Ernesto, was absolutely amazing !!!
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    River RoastPrice: Expensive• American• River North (Chicago)
    4.5
  • JessicaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    What a perfect place to go for date night after seeing the Nutcracker on a winter afternoon. The food was absolutely phenomenal. We stuck with a light dinner, so strayed away from the apps and dessert. We ordered the rigatoni vodka pasta with the prosciutto sausage (yum) and the gnocchi. Both of us loved our meals and I'm enjoying the leftovers now! The portion sizes were great and it was a good $$$ value with quality ingredients and obviously fresh pasta. If we were hungrier, we would have ordered a few apps - like their burrata, arancini, or the waygu beef meat balls. Their salad offering was also great - the Siena Chopped caught my eye. It was also awesome to see pizzas being fired up in the oven across from where we were seated. We ordered a white wine and standard dirty martini. The tini was not my favorite- i think next time I'd get their speciality dirty martini. They didn't skimp on the alcohol which I can appreciate, but the blue cheese stuffed olives were lacking and squeaky and it wasn't a smooth taste. Our server was great, he was timely, kind and was right with his recommendations! We went at 4:30 and the atmosphere was inviting. It was very quiet and peaceful. Thanks for a great dinner, Siena Tavern!
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    Siena TavernPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    4.7
  • GregVIP
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great menu and super delicious food! Patrick our server was incredibly excellent and made the evening very special. Megan was so friendly and helpful even on a busy night when our friends hit a travel delay. Service and food quality like this make dining there a true pleasure
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    RPM SeafoodPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• River North (Chicago)
    4.7
  • KellyVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Love Pizzeria Portofino's riverfront location & we were seated on the enclosed "patio" which was very nice but a little chilly. Also a bit loud. But the cocktails & food more than made up for that. I highly recommend the limoncello spritz - it's amazing! We had charred pepperoni pizza, vodka pasta pasta, octopus & arugula salad. All were good but the pizza was the star of our meal. Our server was excellent. We'll be back without a doubt.
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    Pizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    4.8
  • Andy
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Hawksmoor is a wonderful addition to Chicago's dining scene! We first discovered Hawksmoor several years ago in London and quickly made it a tradition to have Christmas Eve dinner at their Seven Dials location before returning to the States from our annual holiday trip. This year, our travels brought us to London earlier than usual, so we were unable to continue our tradition there. However, since Hawksmoor Chicago opened, we’ve had the pleasure of dining here several times, and we were thrilled to continue our Hawksmoor tradition—not in London, but in Chicago—tonight! Everything about Hawksmoor Chicago is wonderful—the food, ambiance, and service are all exceptional. The portion sizes are just right, and the quality of the steak and all ingredients shines through in every dish. In a city brimming with steakhouses, Hawksmoor stands out for being unpretentious, fun, and consistently delivering a perfect night out. We’re so excited to have this piece of London here in Chicago, and we’ll definitely be back soon!
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    Hawksmoor ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
    4.5

Discover best birthdays restaurants in River North (Chicago)

Planning a birthday celebration in River North, Chicago? This vibrant area boasts a variety of restaurants perfect for marking such a special occasion. Whether you're looking for contemporary American fare, Pan-Asian dishes, or high-quality sushi, River North has an array of venues known for their lively atmospheres and exceptional service. These establishments are celebrated for not only their delicious menus but also for their ability to make birthday celebrants feel extra special, often featuring complimentary desserts and personalized attention. The dining scene in River North is dynamic and well-suited for both intimate gatherings and larger parties, making it a top choice for birthday dinners. Each restaurant offers a unique blend of ambiance and cuisine, ensuring that your birthday celebration will be as memorable as it is delightful. So, if you're searching for the perfect place to enjoy another year around the sun, consider the eclectic and exciting options in River North, Chicago.

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