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1. The Dawson
4.8
Exceptional(2723)
Price: Expensive
• American • River West
Booked 42 times today
The Fulton River District is home to The Dawson, an expansive indoor/outdoor, multi-level space providing a multitude of dining experiences. The Dawson includes one of Chicago’s best patios conveniently found in the middle of the city.
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2. PERILLA fare - West Loop
4.5
Awesome(409)
Price: Expensive
• Korean • West Town
Booked 18 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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3. Recess
4.5
Awesome(1464)
Price: Expensive
• American • West Loop
Booked 5 times today
Located in Chicago’s West Loop, Recess (838 W. Kinzie St.) offers a vibrant, playful, escape to the daily grind. Home of Chicago’s largest patio, Recess encourages guests to adult…like a kid, while serving up delicious American food and drink. The Recess menu taps into the cravings of everyday life, offering casually elevated dishes with playful Chicago swagger, while our beverage program takes a bright, ingredient-driven approach with cocktails both classic and original. In addition to the energetic adult playground vibes and menu offerings, Recess also offers a nostalgic array of indoor and outdoor activities including giant Jenga and Connect 4, all of your favorite board games.Recess is a 21+ establishment.
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4. Aba - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(2588)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 230 times today
Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.
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5. Gibsons Italia
4.8
Exceptional(3894)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 122 times today
Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
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6. Gino & Marty's
4.2
Awesome(592)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 14 times today
A narrative-driven Chicago Italian restaurant that tells a prohibition-era story with a modern luxury twist. Located on Green & Randolph next door to Nobu Hotel at 844 W Randolph. Join us for our Espresso Martini Happy Hour from 4 - 6pm!
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7. Duck Duck Goat
4.8
Exceptional(5559)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • West Loop
Booked 102 times today
Chef Stephanie Izard brings her take on Chinese-American cuisine to Chicago's Fulton Market District with Duck Duck Goat, her third venture with Boka Restaurant Group. The menu features hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, wontons, fried rice, and more, ensuring no diner leaves hungry. On weekends, Duck Duck Goat also offers a delightful dim sum brunch menu, perfect for starting the day with a creative twist on classic favorites.
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8. Girl & the Goat
4.8
Exceptional(14835)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 123 times today
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.
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9. Sepia
4.8
Exceptional(5338)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 23 times today
Seamlessly melding refined and rustic, vintage and contemporary, Sepia has the feel of an instant classic. The stylish space is warm and inviting, comfortable yet lively. The easy elegance of the room serves as the perfect backdrop for the inventive American cuisine. Chef Andrew Zimmerman's product-driven, seasonal menu showcases the purity and quality of the ingredients, letting both the ingredients and his passion for what he does shine through. Sepia celebrates tradition – with a modern twist.To book reservations of 10 or larger, please email info@sepiachicago.com!
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10. Costera Cocina Tulum
4.6
Exceptional(894)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • West Loop
Booked 64 times today
Costera Cocina Tulum brings the vibrant flavors of Tulum's coastal and Mayan cuisine to life, blending land-and-sea principles with traditional Mexican dishes. Step into a lively yet serene atmosphere that captures the essence of Tulum's unique intersection of jungle, beach, and bohemian nightlife. Experience our day-to-night philosophy, where "the jungle has two attitudes," and enjoy a dining experience that transports you to this enchanting Mexican getaway.

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  • Thiru
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Went for dinner. Professional service. Arancini starter was very good. Risotto was deliciously flaovorsome. Great wine as well. Will happily go back
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    Vino & - Eataly ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    •
    4.3
  • MIchele
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We enjoyed a lovely Thanksgiving dinner. The food was all delicious.We ordered from both the regular and special Thanksgiving menu. Our food took longer than expected due to an unexpected glitch, but our server, Audrey, and the management took very good care of us. We had so much fun enjoying the lively atmosphere. I can't wait to return. Thanks for being open on a holidsy.
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    Mia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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    4.6
  • Robert
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days 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
  • Maureen
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 7 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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    Virginia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 17, 2024
    Caitlin was great and the food was delicious! Definitely recommend. Give that girl her bottle of wine! :)
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    Earls Kitchen + Bar - Lincoln ParkPrice: Expensive• American• Lincoln Park
    •
    4.3

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