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1. Willow Room
4.7
Exceptional(2235)
$$$$
• American • Lincoln Park
Booked 61 times today
Willow Room is located in Lincoln park, serving European/American bistro food set in a classic yet unique atmosphere.
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2. Beatrix - Streeterville
4.6
Exceptional(3484)
$$$$
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 113 times today
Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.
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3. Nonnina
4.6
Exceptional(3085)
$$$$
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 72 times today
Nonnina echoes old school cooking techniques inspired by the partners’ “nonnas,” offering an upscale, yet approachable experience with a retro vibe. We have installed Plasma Air's state-of-the-art air filtration ionizers that use proactive air purification technologies to deactivate airborne viruses safely.Please note: OpenTable Reservations are not accepted for Happy Hour. We do our best to accommodate all outdoor dining requests, but they are on a first come first serve basis.
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4. Sifr
4.7
Exceptional(532)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • River North (Chicago)
Booked 23 times today
Sifr is a modern Middle Eastern restaurant rooted in bold flavors, open-fire cooking, and contemporary Chicago hospitality. Awarded the 2024 & 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand, Sifr brings together the vibrant culinary traditions of the Levant, North Africa, and the Mediterranean through a fresh, chef-driven lens.Our dining room and bar are the perfect setting for date nights, pre or post-theater meals, and late-night dining. Guests may dine indoors or on our fully enclosed and heated rooftop, one of River North’s most inviting nighttime spaces.Sifr stays open late. Enjoy shareable mezze, charcoal-grilled seafood and meats, breads, creative vegetable dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and desserts inspired by regional flavors. Our team led by Chef Sahil Sethi and Chef Sujan Sarkar.We will gladly accept reservations of up to 8 guests online or by phone. ​For large party reservations Or, to book SIFR for a private event please email info@sifrchicago.com.
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5. Blue Door Farm Stand
4.5
Awesome(982)
$$$$
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 39 times today
From the team behind Chicago Q and Art Smith's Blue Door Kitchen, Blue Door Farm Stand dishes out globally inspired, farm-to-table American fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reclaimed wood, a marble bar, and vintage chandeliers create a chic yet relaxed setting.We want consumers to view Blue Door Farm Stand as more than just a restaurant—we want them to become a BELIEVER in our philosophy.We believe the seasons should dictate what is on the table. We are committed to being part of our community and to having personal relationships with our purveyors. We believe in providing a warm and welcoming space for our guests to enjoy wholesome delicious food.Our customers should associate Blue Door with top quality service and products in an environment that harkens back to simpler times when seasons dictated what was on the table, when people shared a sense of community, and when the human element was present in every aspect of the brand experience.
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6. Francesca's on Chestnut
4.7
Exceptional(3159)
$$$$
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 43 times today
Francesca's Family of Restaurants has opened its doors in 2009 on Chestnut Street in Chicago's famous Gold Coast neighborhood. The restaurant brings Mia Francesca's famous rustic, Italian cuisine to the 150-seat space.
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7. Avaspi
4.7
Exceptional(132)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 15 times today
Avaspi is a unique restaurant in Chicago that brings the flavors of Anatolia, a region in modern-day Turkey, to the city. Inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Anatolia, Avaspi offers a diverse menu of tapas-style mezze platters and authentic dishes, all served with warm hospitality. Step into a modern space with black marble tables and velvet seating that creates a chic atmosphere. The menu features classic Anatolian staples like dolma and ezme, alongside innovative dishes that blend regional flavors with modern techniques. Indulge in mezze platters perfect for sharing, such as creamy haydari, a yogurt dip with fresh herbs, and spicy muhammara, a blend of walnuts, red peppers, and pomegranate molasses. Don't miss the stuffed eggplant, a delightful mix of grilled eggplant, haydari, and homemade tomato sauce. For heartier options, choose from lamb chops, beef kebabs, and chicken kabobs, all prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients and expertly seasoned.
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8. Avli - River North
4.7
Exceptional(284)
$$$$
• Greek • River North (Chicago)
Booked 71 times today
Located in the heart of bustling River North, Avli offers contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.Enjoy our inviting bi-level dining room and expansive outdoor patio that’s dog-friendly for dinner, lunch, and brunch! We look forward to having you in to experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Meraki (passion) and Kefi (joy).For parties of 8 or fewer, book online with OpenTable.For parties of 9-12, please call the restaurant directly at (312) 643-5656. For parties greater than 12, book with Avli Events by contacting our team here: https://www.avli.us/events-group-dining or by calling our Events Team at (312) 526-3606.
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9. The Black Barrel Tavern
4.5
Awesome(207)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 10 times today
We are excited to be bringing our newest concept to a wonderful part of the city, the West Loop! Updated Americana and Brunch fare served in a sport-friendly meeting place with craft beers, signature cocktails, and a kitchen open until midnight. --- We are offering curb side pick up on our meals, family style meals available with the addition of beer, liquor and wine to go for a full at home Black Barrel Tavern experience.
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10. Frontier
4.6
Exceptional(637)
$$$$
• American • West Town
Booked 3 times today
Frontier's Executive Chef Brian Jupiter has created mouthwatering dishes celebrating American contemporary cuisine, blending game and other seasonal ingredients into classic and approachable fare.The seasonal dinner menu includes small plates, vegetables, sandwiches and entrees designed to share. Frontier’s menu also features 8-10 varieties of oysters to order a la carte with dinner, or to enjoy with a bottle of beer at the bar. Over the weekend, patrons may indulge in brunch offerings including a wide selection of Frontier signature dishes alongside traditional brunch items. Complimenting Frontier's savory menu items are unique wines by the glass & bottle, specialty craft cocktails including creative punches and frozen cocktails along with an array of draft, canned and bottled beer.Frontier is closed Monday & Tuesday but will open for private events along with Sunday evenings & weekday afternoons. Email jen@pioneertaverngroup.com to inquire today!

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