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1. Roanoke
4.5
Awesome(1905)
$$$$
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 86 times today
Roanoke Restaurant, located in the Loop, is a local favorite known for its excellent service and top-tier culinary offerings. The menu highlights artisan comfort food, signature rotisserie dishes, and hand-crafted cocktails. The restaurant's design features luxurious finishes, copper accents, and warm lighting inspired by the rotisserie and brick oven in the open kitchen. Whether you're enjoying happy hour at the bar, dining by the fireplace for a more intimate experience, or joining the vibrant lunch crowd, Roanoke is an ideal spot to gather with colleagues, friends, or family. The restaurant also offers large event spaces that can accommodate up to 250 people.Guests can enjoy parking validation at the 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, parking for four hours is $10 with validation. Not valid for valet parking.
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2. Beatrix - Loop
4.8
Exceptional(378)
$$$$
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 103 times today
Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s Loop, River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.
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3. Willow Room
4.7
Exceptional(2235)
$$$$
• American • Lincoln Park
Booked 47 times today
Willow Room is located in Lincoln park, serving European/American bistro food set in a classic yet unique atmosphere.
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4. Beatrix - Streeterville
4.6
Exceptional(3484)
$$$$
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 100 times today
Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.
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5. La Bella Trattoria Loop
4.5
Awesome(190)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown / Loop
Booked 29 times today
La Bella Trattoria is a bold Italian restaurant in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, located inside a historic landmark building at 120 W Monroe, the restaurant pairs historic elegance with modern style. Our restaurant serves traditional Italian and Italian-American dishes, specialty cocktails, and fine wines in a lively, stylish setting. Join us for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, after-work happy hour, or for a pre-theater meal before a show.For Private Dining & Catering Inquiries please visit our website!
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6. Francois Frankie
4.3
Awesome(312)
$$$$
• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 20 times today
Francois Frankie is an American Brasserie featuring a rotating carousel bar and food from Executive Chef Matt Ayala in the heart of Chicago's Loop area. Perfect for dinner before the theater, the menu highlights French classics like escargot, steak tartare, mussels and steak frites, alongside contemporary American fare, including one of the city''s best cheeseburgers.
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7. STK - Chicago
3.9
Excellent(7369)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 89 times today
STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.
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8. The Dearborn
new
4.7
Exceptional(5402)
$$$$
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 160 times today
We are where you want to be in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, a perfect break from the bustle of the theaters, museums and shops around us. Settle into a seat in our spacious dining room and enjoy Chef Aaron Cuschieri’s Midwest-focused cooking for lunch or dinner.
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9. Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave.
4.3
Awesome(938)
$$$$
• American • Lakeshore East
Booked 6 times today
Nestled on the corner of Wabash and Lake, Elephant & Castle is your go-to British restaurant and bar in the heart of Chicago's vibrant theatre and shopping districts. Just steps from the iconic Chicago Theatre and two blocks from the scenic Chicago Riverwalk, we offer classic British pub fare like fish and chips, hearty breakfasts, and live sports on big screens. Whether you're stopping by for happy hour, catching a football match, or grabbing a bite before a show, Elephant & Castle delivers an unforgettable pub experience right in downtown Chicago.
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10. State and Lake Chicago Tavern
4.3
Awesome(1653)
$$$$
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 11 times today
The sleek contemporary gastropub State and Lake Chicago Tavern combines the flair of artisanal American cuisine with the warm, welcoming vibe of a neighborhood pub. Named after the iconic intersection in the heart of the city, State and Lake Chicago Tavern serves up new twists on bistro fare, with an emphasis on featuring the finest locally sourced and wholesome ingredients. Putting a modern spin on traditional tavern dining, the inviting decor features cork floors, leather walls and plush banquettes, radiating upscale hospitality and exceptional service. Cozy enough to lounge in and stylish enough for business, State and Lake Chicago Tavern is ideal for guests and locals alike looking to unwind over a drink, gather together to watch a game, or grab a pre-theater bite before heading to the nearby historic theater district. Whether it's a lunchtime escape or a Happy Hour go-to at the intimate bar, theWit's award-winning eatery takes traditional tavern dining to the next level.

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  • aaron
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    I love your Happy Hour the brussel sprouts & cauliflower are fantastic! Great celebration for my Grandson & the complimentary birthday cookie was outstanding! The server was great & all the dishes!
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    Beatrix - Streeterville$$$$• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
    •
    4.6
  • Jean-MarieGold
    Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Very attentive wait staff and bus helpers. They kept our water filled which I really appreciate! The fig and prosciutto pizza was excellent- one of the best I’ve ever had. We went here because it was close to the Nederlander Theatre and I am so glad we found it!
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    Roanoke$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop
    •
    4.5
  • RobinGold
    Greater Boston •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 29, 2026
    Good food and watching World Cup on the multiple tvs
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    State and Lake Chicago Tavern$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop
    •
    4.3
  • Robert
    Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 29, 2026
    Thank you! Always have a great meal when I eat with you. I work in the building so it’s my go to spot!
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    Beatrix - Loop$$$$• American• River North (Chicago)
    •
    4.8
  • Kelly
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jun 23, 2026
    We chose La Bella for its proximity to Symphony Center and were happy with the location and ambience. It was a small space but nicely laid out, staff were pleasant, and we were able to linger a little on a Tuesday night before our show. I had a Giglio Mule and GF penne with spicy sausage and broccoli. Both were delicious. Would recommend!
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    La Bella Trattoria Loop$$$$• Italian• Downtown / Loop
    •
    4.5

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