Best Authentic Restaurants in Bridgeport

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Albany ParkAndersonvilleAvondaleBerwynBridgeportBrookfield

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1. il Carciofo

4.5

Awesome(285)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 153 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.

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2. Pizzeria Portofino

4.8

Exceptional(1734)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 197 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.

3. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5701)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 119 times today

Chef Stephanie Izard brings her unique twist on Chinese-American cuisine at Duck Duck Goat. Reviews rave about the flavorful food, with one saying, 'The food is very good and sophisticated'. The ambiance is also highly praised, with one review describing it as a 'unique and flavourful' experience. While not all reviews explicitly mention the authenticity of the food, the high ratings suggest a genuine and enjoyable dining experience.

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4. Mercadito - River North

4.6

Exceptional(6365)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 88 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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5. Quartino - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(11111)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 137 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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6. La Grande Boucherie - Chicago

4.3

Awesome(1164)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • River North (Chicago)

Booked 49 times today

Housed in Chicago’s Belle Époque building, the unique Art Nouveau-inspired space honors the iconic building’s legacy while providing guests with a one-of-a-kind atmosphere and menu. La Grande Boucherie blends the ambiance of an indulgent steakhouse with a refined Parisian brasserie charm, and fuses traditional French cuisine with Chicago’s River North culinary heritage. The two-story restaurant boasts custom curved stained-glass windows overlooking the bustling streets of Chicago. The interior features custom mosaic marble floors, authentic fixtures, and a racetrack bar sourced from France. Guests can lean into the view and take in all that Chicago has to offer.

7. Bistronomic

4.8

Exceptional(6151)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 32 times today

Bistronomic brings guests together with the ambiance of an authentic Parisian bistro while exhibiting the "je ne sais quoi" and romance only found in Chicago's Sister City, the City of Lights. Three seating options are available: the Main Dining Room, the Grand Salon and the Petit Salon. Also, the bar is another offers a more casual experience. Dark wood, subdued lighting and French accents set the inviting mood. During the holidays, Bistronomic is festively adorned with garland, lights and red bows to make holiday get-togethers even more special. Whether guests seek an inviting holiday experience, social gathering or have business to conduct, Bistronomic's inviting seasonal and locally grown French food is the answer. Bistronomic is a Family Owned Business, Chef Martial & Lulu Noguier as well as the incredible Staff will welcome you with warmth a for a very French Experience!

8. Cabra - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(3119)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • West Loop

Booked 70 times today

Perched atop the Hoxton Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Fulton Market, Cabra Chicago is a lively rooftop escape, inspired by the bold and vibrant flavors of Peruvian cuisine. Led by James Beard Award and Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard (Girl & the Goat) alongside longtime partners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group, Cabra serves up crave-worthy dishes in a colorful and energetic setting. The restaurant’s airy, plant-filled ambiance, paired with its open kitchen and sweeping city views, creates a dynamic dining experience. Guests can savor a variety of shareable plates, from ceviches to savory meats, all bursting with the rich, fresh flavors of Peru.

9. Momotaro

4.6

Exceptional(3955)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 104 times today

Momotaro is a multi-level Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro has had the honor of being named Restaurant of the Year in both Chicago Magazine and Chicago Social. Under Kato’s leadership the restaurant has come to define the balance between traditional values and modern technique, blending the two in a science and art that has resulted in an authentic, innovative menu. The restaurant, designed by the world renowned AvroKO, also contains the subterranean Izakaya at Momotaro (a laid back, lively lower-level bar and restaurant reminiscent of the neon-lit haunts of trendy Tokyo neighborhoods) and an elegant second floor private space that overlooks the main dining room.

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10. RPM Italian - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(12365)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 104 times today

Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit, featuring a contemporary menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

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Diana
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server was amazing, thank you for accomodating us and moving our seats.
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Duck Duck GoatPrice: Expensive• Chinese• West Loop
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4.8
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SaraVIP
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious ! Pastas are very rich so good to share. The prosciutto was amazing, the artichokes were good and interesting. The Rosso pizza was very good too!
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il CarciofoPrice: Expensive• Italian• West Loop
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4.5
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MercBenz
New York City •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
I had a wonderful time at Quartino. The food came at lightning speed and the service was excellent. We loved loved the Tuscan kale salad, you must try at all costs. The penne vodka chicken and veal meatball app were delicious but I found the fettuccini Alfredo to be very eggy and unpleasant. Our server Christopher was friendly and quick! The zeppole were cooked in old oil and were immediately noticed by all of us at the table. Their nojitos are yummy, I recommend the passion fruit. I will come back especially with these awesome prices!
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Quartino - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.6
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Ellen
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Accommodations were exceptional, food was excellent and our server went above and beyond!
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Pizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.8
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Champagne
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was a birthday celebration today and me and my family had good time…Michelle was a very good waitress
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Mercadito - River NorthPrice: Expensive• Mexican• River North (Chicago)
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4.6

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