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Boka, Chicago, IL
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Boka

$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.

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Executive chef: Lee Wolen

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Open since 2003, acclaimed chef Lee Wolen’s one MICHELIN-Starred restaurant continues to serve up some of the city’s best contemporary American fare—all in a glam, greenery-decked dining room. The approachable, refined menu celebrates seasonal ingredients with bold preparations and exceptional clarity—black-truffle roasted chicken and porcini ricotta gnudi are two standouts. Bonus points for a charming, tree-lined back patio.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 337-6070
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef Lee Wolen serves seasonal American cuisine in a warm & elegant fine dining atmosphere. Whatever your next occasion is, whether it be large, small, formal, or informal, BOKA can cater to all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 337-6070
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross street
    Willow
  • Parking details
    Street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Red Line "El" stop at Clyborn & North Ave
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Restaurant Week 4 Course Tasting Menu

    $60.00 per person

    Jan 24, 2025 - Feb 9, 2025
    Join us for Restaurant Week from January 24 to February 9. Guests can enjoy a special 4-course prix fixe dinner menu for $60 with an optional wine pairing for and additional $40. During this time we will NOT offer our regular à la carte or 8-course tasting menus. Price does not include taxes, fees and service charges.
    Restaurant Week 4 Course Tasting Menu Photo

What 7,174 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

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Boka offers an exquisite dining experience with a reputation for "exquisite cuisine" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the tasting menu, wine pairings, and creative dishes like truffle chicken and scallops. The restaurant's ambiance and attentive staff enhance special occasions, making it a top choice in Chicago's fine dining scene.

7,174 Reviews
  1. Max

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant. Lighting, noise level and overall atmosphere were great. Ordered a la carte. Kampachi was excellent, texture was great and topping was delicious. Baby beets were also delicious with endives and all the other toppings/sauces. Scallops were solid. Ricotta Gnudi was good but the maple, mushrooms and ricotta were overpowered by the strong cheddar. The black truffle roasted chicken and roasted beef short rib entrees were perfect. Wouldn’t have them any differently and would come back for these alone. The one downside of the night was the cocktails. My partner and I tried four drinks and weren’t very pleased with any of them. May just be our preference but I would opt for wine on the next go. Overall excellent experience and delicious food.

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  2. Ryan

    VIP

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a good time, service was great! We will be back for sure!

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  3. Raven

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recommend the tasting menu experience. We loved every item and were completely full by the end!

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  4. Rob

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday dinner. All of the staff was great, offering complimentary treats along with the meal. Cocktails and the meal was very good. Sauces overpowered some of the dishes, but overall very good.

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  5. Luis

    VIP

    Guanajuato

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El pato estaba espectacular, muy recomendable. En mi próxima visita a Chicago seguramente volveré

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  6. Andrew

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    No words can describe the amazing experience we had at Boka. The professionalism from the staff and the “flavor bombs” from all of the dishes we had were second to none. Thank you!!

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  7. John

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant to share a special dinner. Unique dishes with tastes you’ve never had!

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  8. Francis

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar and had a great time. Excellent bartenders, excellent food, phenomenal service.

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  9. Julie

    VIP

    Chicago

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been dining at Boka since they opened 30 years ago. They continue to excel in food prep and service. Don’t miss the duck for 2!

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  10. Heather

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was impeccable, service was excellent. A perfect night.

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FAQs

Boka is rated 4.8 stars by 7174 OpenTable diners.

Boka does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Boka

1729 North Halsted, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Cross street
    Willow
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Red Line "El" stop at Clyborn & North Ave
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 337-6070
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef Lee Wolen serves seasonal American cuisine in a warm & elegant fine dining atmosphere. Whatever your next occasion is, whether it be large, small, formal, or informal, BOKA can cater to all of your needs.
  • Private party contact
    our Event Sales Manager: (312) 337-6070
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