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1. Quartino - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(11112)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 129 times today
Quartino Ristorante is a lively, authentic Italian restaurant and wine bar in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Our menu features Italy's regional specialties including artisanal salumi, Neapolitan thin-crust pizza, house-made pasta, and seasonal dishes. Menu items, served in moderate portions and meant to be shared, are perfect for adventurous diners ready for a unique experience.
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2. Legal Sea Foods - Chicago
3.9
Excellent(315)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • River North (Chicago)
Booked 79 times today
Legal Sea Foods Chicago is now open along the vibrant Riverwalk in the bustling River North neighborhood at the famous Marina Towers. Legal's first Midwest location features two floors of upscale casual New England vibes with sweeping riverfront views and an outdoor space. The brand-new restaurant features a large main dining room, bar area, private event space, and outdoor terraces. Enjoy New England favorites, including Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more! Legal Sea Foods combines New England's coastal fishing traditions with modern culinary flair. A taste of New England in the Mid-West.
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3. Beatrix - River North
4.7
Exceptional(5387)
Price: Moderate
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 182 times today
Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant was created by Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. 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 house blends from our very own, Beatrix Coffee Roasters. Beatrix is open daily for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
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4. Osteria Via Stato
4.7
Exceptional(3498)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 27 times today
Osteria Via Stato, a Lettuce Entertain You restaurant follows the Italian tradition of seasonally prepared dishes featuring local ingredients and artisanal producers paired with an all Italian wine list. Open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday at noon - 2PM.Join us for Happy Hour everyday for 1/2 priced pizzas and glasses of wine, Sunday - Thursday at 5PM - 6PM, Friday - Saturday at 4:30PM - 5:30PM.
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5. The Kitchen American Bistro - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(1837)
Price: Expensive
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 59 times today
The Kitchen American Bistro in River North offers an imaginative array of globally-inspired shared plates & killer drinks crafted in a stylish, casual space.
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6. Celeste
4.7
Exceptional(193)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)
Booked 8 times today
**For Rooftop Garden and Disco reservation, please visit our website at celestedisco.com**Celeste is a modern, refined interpretation of the classic American drinking establishment. Our four levels are each inspired by nuances in architecture, art movements, social clubs, and a breakdown of the barriers between art and life. A carefully curated space, upscale cuisine, and imaginative cocktails create the essence of Celeste.Reservation Types:Whiskey Bar High-Top:On the first floor, The Bar is a nod to classic neighborhood bars. This space offers a casual atmosphere, perfect for gathering with friends during happy hour while indulging in elevated spirits, modern American cuisine, and an expanded whiskey list.Open Wed-Sat at 5pmDeco Supper Club:Located on the second floor, Deco Supper Club pays homage to the glamorous architectural history of Chicago at the turn-of-the-century with a drink menu spotlighting craft cocktails.Open Thurs-Sat at 7pm.
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7. bar avec
4.2
Awesome(66)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • River North (Chicago)
Booked 1 time today
Enjoy our open-air rooftop offering sweeping views of Chicago’s magnificent skyline while indulging in delicious cocktails and sharable plates.
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8. Tre Dita
4.7
Exceptional(1035)
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.
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9. RL Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7425)
Price: Expensive
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 93 times today
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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10. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(9099)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 123 times today
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

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