Best Restaurants for Handcrafted Cocktails in Little Italy / University Village

19 restaurants available nearby

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1. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(5613)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 83 times today

In A World Of All-Natural Cleanses, Organic Stores And Paleo Diets, Prime & Provisions' Beef Program Contributes To The Clean-Eating Lifestyle By Serving 100% All Natural Linz Heritage Usda Prime Black Angus Beef. We Are Proudly The First Steakhouse In Chicago To Offer Beef From The "Never-Ever" Program Which Linz Heritage Angus Prides Itself On.

2. Gino & Marty's

4.1

Excellent(604)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 5 times today

Gino & Marty's is praised in reviews for its handcrafted cocktails, with many customers appreciating the bartenders' mixology skills. The reviews mention a variety of cocktails like the 'Espresso Martini', 'Manhattan', and 'Hugo'. The cocktails are described as 'well balanced', 'unbelievably delicious' and 'perfect'. The bartenders are also mentioned as friendly and helpful in accommodating drink requests.

3. Adalina

4.5

Awesome(2349)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 45 times today

Adalina in Chicago serves handcrafted cocktails as indicated by multiple reviews. Customers have praised the restaurant's well-made cocktails, with one review stating, 'Delicious food and well made cocktails.' Another reviewer mentioned the 'creative cocktails,' while others have described the drinks as 'amazing' and 'great.'

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4. Sunda New Asian - Fulton Market

4.6

Exceptional(219)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • West Loop

Booked 61 times today

Located in Chicago’s culinary destination, Fulton Market, 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. Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.

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5. Mercadito - River North

4.6

Exceptional(6286)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 52 times today

We are the city’s top Mexican restaurant for authentic modern cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal cocktails, located in the heart of River North. Our culinary team features popular Mexican dishes, including our signature tacos, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole, ceviche, esquites and more.Mercadito's lounge is nestled in the lower level of Mercadito. It offers a speakeasy-style experience with a chic and exclusive ambiance. The space features banquet-style booths and dim lighting that enhances the elegant wood furniture, creating an inviting and intimate atmosphere. Once inside, guests can enjoy the full Mercadito menu, with the same delectable cuisine and beverages that our restaurant is known for.

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6. Sunda New Asian – River North

4.6

Exceptional(7419)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 58 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.

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7. PERILLA fare - West Loop

4.6

Exceptional(417)

Price: Expensive

• Korean • West Town

Booked 27 times today

Located in the West Loop of Downtown Chicago, PERILLA fare offers Korean American cuisine centered around a communal dining experience inspired by classic Korean flavors and traditional ingredients. With an emphasis and focus on quality and premium selection of meats for Korean BBQ, Chef Andrew Lim and the team proudly works with local farms and quality importers to provide our guests with an adventurous culinary experience. We offer an expansive beverage list which includes handcrafted cocktails, craft beers, a curated wine list, and hand selected imported sojus and makgeolli. Our menu accommodates all dietary restrictions with a focus on vegetarian options including locally sourced mushrooms. We are excited to welcome you in to our warm and inviting space featuring artwork from local artists. Located in River West / Fulton Market area

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8. Ocean Prime - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(3535)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Loop

Booked 44 times today

Located on the second level of the LondonHouse building on the corner of Michigan & Wacker, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptionalambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

9. Pilsen Yards

4.7

Exceptional(1597)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Pilsen

Booked 7 times today

Pilsen Yards is a vibrant and lively restaurant in the heart of Pilsen, offering a unique dining experience with its bar-centric and music-driven atmosphere. The open-air vibe and one of the largest patios in the city create a welcoming and inviting space for guests to enjoy delicious Latin-inspired street food and handcrafted cocktails. Executive Chef Juan Carlos Gutierrez's menu features a variety of creative and flavorful dishes, from tacos and ceviches to hummus and carne asada. The menu is designed to share and encourage guests to try a variety of flavors. The bar program, curated by beverage director Lance Bowman, boasts an extensive selection of mezcal, tequila, whiskey, and other spirits, along with a variety of craft beers and cocktails. Pilsen Yards is the perfect spot for a casual night out with friends, a lively weekend brunch, or a special occasion. The restaurant's spacious interior and expansive patio can accommodate large groups and private events. With its lively atmosphere, delicious food, and extensive bar program, Pilsen Yards is sure to provide a memorable dining experience.

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10. Farm Bar - Lakeview

4.7

Exceptional(195)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 18 times today

Farm Bar is a neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant with locations in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We serve approachable midwestern fair with local, organic ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Mineral Point Wisconsin. Stop by for dinner to indulge in our Classic Burger and famous Wisconsin Cheese Curds, or bring the whole family for lunch. Our mixologists behind the bar will happily shake up handcrafted cocktails or pour a glass of local wine to pair with brunch on the weekends. Join us for homestyle cooking, friendly faces and a table that feels like home. We limit our environmental footprint by using a digital menu linked to our tables with a QR code. We understand that some guests may require a paper menu, and one can be provided with a list of standards items upon request. In order to meet added costs from the city, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We understand that rising costs affect our guests too, so we will remove this fee upon request.

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JennVIP
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Best bread service, fried green tomatoe salad, and all the entrees are the best! Service is top notch!
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AdalinaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.5
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joanneVIP
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great service. Our daughter was very nice and knowledgable! Will definitely return!
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Prime & Provisions SteakhousePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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KarenVIP
Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Stunning ambience, energetic vibe, creative cocktails (cheers to you, Rowan!), and very friendly service (thank you, Connor!). Most importantly, the food was beyond fantastic! The 4 of us loved loved loved the beautiful sashimi platter assortment, sushi hand rolls, hamachi styled tuna garnished with green peppers, and steamed pork buns for appetizers. Our entrees were unanimous hits, with melt-in-your-mouth pork belly with a yummy coconut sauce, perfectly prepared grilled veggies in a nice lightly spicy sauce, and a couple of stand-out sushi rolls (rainbow roll and tuna & mango roll). Each plate was perfect for sharing so everyone could savor the wide variety in Sunda’s amazing menu! We topped off our dinner with a heavenly bowl of halo-halo. A perfect dining experience from beginning to end! A huge Thank You to the entire cooking staff of Sunda - Fulton Market for their incredible culinary skills. We will be back!
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Sunda New Asian - Fulton MarketPrice: Expensive• Asian• West Loop
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4.6
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felipeVIP
Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I’ve been a guest since the day they opened the doors and it’s amazing to see this place still be busy delivering some of the best food in the city. Great job to the team behind this operation.
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Mercadito - River NorthPrice: Expensive• Mexican• River North (Chicago)
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4.6
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LanedraVIP
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Had dinner last night at Gino & Marty’s. Our first waiter was Julio and he was amazing. He took his time to explain the specials, drinks and dishes on the menu. He was funny yet very personable and professional. The food was amazing! EVERYTHING!! The bread, grilled oysters, pasta, steak and broccolini were all amazing. I will definitely be back!
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Gino & Marty'sPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• West Loop
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4.1

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse

2. Gino & Marty's

3. Adalina

4. Sunda New Asian - Fulton Market

5. Mercadito - River North

6. Sunda New Asian – River North

7. PERILLA fare - West Loop

8. Ocean Prime - Chicago

9. Pilsen Yards

10. Farm Bar - Lakeview

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