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A photo of Tzuco restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(758)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • River North (Chicago)
Booked 45 times today
Located in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago, Tzuco, helmed by the Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, offers a blend of authentic Mexican flavors and sophisticated French techniques. Named after Chef Gaytán’s hometown, Huitzuco, the restaurant boasts a menu rich in ceviche, seafood, and traditional Mexican dishes, served in a spacious dining room, lively bar, lounge, and an all-weather outdoor terrace.Tzuco’s captivating interiors, designed by the acclaimed Cadena + Asociados Concept Design, tell a story of Chef Gaytán's heritage with preserved materials from Mexico and handcrafted furnishings, ensuring guests not only savor exquisite dishes but also relish an immersive cultural experience.
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4.5
Awesome(2311)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 57 times today
Adalina is a refined hospitality destination serving a modern and engaging Italian menu in a timeless yet alluring setting in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. Led by Michelin-starred and Top Chef alumni Soo Ahn. Adalina’s menu creates a balance between Northern and Southern cuisine, providing expertly staged shared plates along with strong statement items that satisfy a table. Guests can expect house made extruded and stuffed pastas. Adalina’s offerings will be accompanied with tableside services, and a well curated beverage and wine program that aims to evoke a sense of excitement for guests. Adalina makes the perfect venue for a romantic evening, business dinner or special occasion.For parties larger than 10 guests, please email events@adalinachicago.com to inquire about our Private Dining options and availability.
A photo of Le Colonial - Chicago restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7845)
Price: Very Expensive
• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 73 times today
Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere Perched on Oak Street in Chicago’s Gold Coast. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.
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4.9
Exceptional(2311)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 8 times today
Shanghai Terrace offers Chinese cuisine highlighting contemporary interpretations of Shanghainese, Cantonese, and Sichuanese classics. A Private Dining Room is available to reserve for up to 30 guests while The Main Dining Room offers a seductive 1930’s Shanghai eatery-inspired atmosphere decorated in tones of ebony, gold and scarlet. In warmer weather, additional seating is provided on The Terrace, an urban garden with spectacular skyline views that allows diners to experience the magic of summertime in Chicago. In cooler months when The Terrace is not available, additional seating is provided in The Lobby – a soaring, majestic room with floor to ceiling windows, towering ceilings, and elegant chandeliers. Please be sure to indicate your preference when reserving your table. Please note, last orders will be taken at 9 pm on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, and 9:30 pm on Friday and Saturday.For parties of 5 guests or more, please email diningPCH@peninsula.com with your inquiry.
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4.6
Exceptional(2840)
Price: Moderate
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 79 times today
The quintessential American bar, LUXBAR features seasonal and classic cocktails made from freshly pressed juices, premium ice, house made shrubs, and an extensive selection of spirits that runs especially deep in whiskey and bourbon. A "Build Your Own Manhattan" menu, thoughtful, approachable wine list, and beer menu with vintage and local options make the bar a go-to for casual, mid-week drinks and bites with friends, watching weekend sports and post-shopping. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
A photo of The Bellevue restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(149)
Price: Expensive
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 32 times today
Located in the heart of the Gold Coast, The Bellevue is all about the finer things in life. An elevated bar and restaurant with a menu of timeless classics and fresh takes, this is the place for sophisticated socializing.
A photo of Beatrix - Streeterville restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3082)
Price: Moderate
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 57 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 is the brainchild of 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 our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.
A photo of RAMEN-SAN Deluxe - Streeterville restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(164)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Streeterville
Booked 27 times today
Ramen-san is a bold and energetic neighborhood joint that slings hot noodles, ice-cold beer and rare expressions of Japanese whisky all to the tune of the best ’90s hip-hop in town. It respects the traditions but keep things uniquely untraditional in its yuzu sake bombs, crispy dumplings, spicy kimchi fried ramen and more. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and late-night dining.
A photo of The Lobby restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1668)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 19 times today
Select from a memorable Contemporary American menu featuring outstanding dishes in an environment that blends the classic understated elegance of The Lobby's décor. Take a table by the soaring 20 ft high floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the Terrace. Breakfast is a favorite with both early-rising Chicago residents and hotel guests alike, who swear by starting the day with one of the many breakfast options, while The Lobby's approachable, yet American contemporary inspired à la carte is ideal for power lunches and sophisticated dinners.Afternoon Tea is available on Fridays through Sundays, with seatings at 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm. Please visit exploretock.com to book your reservation for Afternoon Tea. NOTE: ALL AFTERNOON TEA RESERVATIONS ARE BOOKED VIA TOCK.
A photo of Francesca's on Chestnut restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2674)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 68 times today
Francesca's Family of Restaurants has opened its doors in 2009 on Chestnut Street in Chicago's famous Gold Coast neighborhood. The restaurant brings Mia Francesca's famous rustic, Italian cuisine to the 150-seat space.

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  • Elizabeth
    Chicago / Illinois •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great service and delicious food! Will come back soon.
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    Vino & - Eataly ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    4.2
  • Robert
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The menu selection and variety tremendous. Best lobster roll and wedge salad I’ve ever had, beautifully prepared and the chef did not cut back on the serving size to cut corners unlike most restaurants. Well with the price which is not inexpensive. Much better than I ever remembered the Gage being in prior years, to bad we have to leave town and could not go again. But we will be back. Our server, Crystal G was over the top in her help selecting choices and in her attentiveness . A wonderful luncheon spot for sure and I’ve been to the best of the best around the world.
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    The GagePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
    4.7
  • TJ
    Denver / Colorado •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Mia Francesca’s was my spot for a few years, back in the mid 90’s when I lived in Wrigleyville until life took me to Colorado. Came in from Denver, CO & normally just stay with family in the south suburbs. This year we decided to stay a night in Chicago so I wanted my wife, son & daughter to experience & taste the BEST ITALIAN food in Chicago for their 1st time. Italian food in Colorado as well as pizza is well below mediocre. Our pasta dishes were amazing. Served hot. Had calamari for an app with 2 salads. Salad portions were perfect to share. Bread/oil was fresh and a perfect size. Pasta dishes were plentiful & if we hadn’t not eaten all day, we probably would have needed to-go boxes but we finished every last bite and then some. SHOUT OUT TO CHARLOTTE, although a packers fan (haha) for the exceptional service and going above and beyond making our experience UN-FORGETTABLE. Super attentive, personable, professional, sweet, fun & friendly. THANK YOU!!! My family couldn’t stop talking about how great the food, staff & restaurant was.
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    Mia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview
    4.6
  • Ricka
    Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    TRAM provided excellent service & reserved my favorite table on Festival Of Lights Parade Day made it magical fantastic day.
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    Lao Sze Chuan - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Chinese• River North (Chicago)
    4.1
  • Maureen
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The cocktails were a bit too sweet for me. The food is solid. The service was great. Overall, it was a good experience.
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    Bar Goa-ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Indian• River North (Chicago)
    4.2
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