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A photo of Mercadito - River North restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6688)
$$$$
• Mexican • River North (Chicago)
Booked 73 times today
I always have an amazing experience at Mercadito. The quality of the food and service is always top tier. Rafa is an amazing host/server. Definitely recommend to all.
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4.6
Exceptional(1148)
$$$$
• Mexican • West Loop
Booked 22 times today
Lovely experience, great food very friendly servers ! 
A photo of The Gage restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(12958)
$$$$
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 158 times today
Wonderful birthday celebration with my best friend. Delicious martini and lobster roll, and the bread, cheese and fig jam was the perfect starter! Delightful service, and remains a Chicago favorite :)
A photo of Costera Cocina Tulum restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1469)
$$$$
• Mexican • West Loop
Booked 79 times today
Awesome place to come eat , great drinks food a must…
A photo of Matilda restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(434)
$$$$
• Mexican • River North (Chicago)
Booked 57 times today
Food was great. Staff was lovely. Perfect business lunch for us all!
A photo of Labriola Chicago restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3099)
$$$$
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 90 times today
Brought a party of 6 in from a business meeting. 3 folks were local but had never been to Labriolo before. Service was amazing and food was so good. Way too much and send everyone home with leftovers.
A photo of Franco's Ristorante restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(764)
$$$$
• Italian • Bridgeport
Booked 13 times today
Great food and service - I had the Chesse Ravioli and Chopped Salad. All were very good.
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4.8
Exceptional(8701)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 148 times today
Le Colonial is a must-do every time I come home to Chicago. The food prep and presentation are outstanding as is the gracious service. The room is relaxing even when every table is filled. I have been dining at Le Colonial since its original location on Rush Street and have never been disappointed. I wish there was a location in Blue Ridge, GA. Highly recommended.
A photo of Olio e Più - Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1730)
$$$$
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 91 times today
We had a long business lunch and received excellent service.
A photo of Siena Tavern restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6698)
$$$$
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 110 times today
Amazing food, great service, and a beautiful vibe!

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  • Kat
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Le Colonial is a must-do every time I come home to Chicago. The food prep and presentation are outstanding as is the gracious service. The room is relaxing even when every table is filled. I have been dining at Le Colonial since its original location on Rush Street and have never been disappointed. I wish there was a location in Blue Ridge, GA. Highly recommended.
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    Le Colonial - Chicago$$$$• Vietnamese• Gold Coast / Streeterville
    •
    4.8
  • RebekahGold
    Chicago / Illinois •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderful birthday celebration with my best friend. Delicious martini and lobster roll, and the bread, cheese and fig jam was the perfect starter! Delightful service, and remains a Chicago favorite :)
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    The Gage$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop
    •
    4.8
  • OmarGold
    Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I always have an amazing experience at Mercadito. The quality of the food and service is always top tier. Rafa is an amazing host/server. Definitely recommend to all.
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    Mercadito - River North$$$$• Mexican• River North (Chicago)
    •
    4.6
  • Diane
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 29, 2026
    We sat outside and everything was wonderful. Inside was very loud but our request to sit outside was immediately granted, and it was quiet and lovely out there. Food was great, service was cordial and efficient. All around a wonderful experience.
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    Siena Tavern$$$$• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    •
    4.6
  • Scott
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 20, 2026
    Great food and service - I had the Chesse Ravioli and Chopped Salad. All were very good.
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    Franco's Ristorante$$$$• Italian• Bridgeport
    •
    4.8
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