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4.9
Exceptional(72)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Valparaiso, IN
From the moment we walked in, we knew the experience was going to be top-notch. Our server was very attentive and we never felt rushed the whole evening. A meal was outstanding and everyone enjoyed it very much. We would highly recommend this restaurant, but know that the place is expensive but it is worth it.
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4.8
Exceptional(6201)
$$$$
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 188 times today
Everything about Gibsons Italia is amazing. This was the second year in a row that we celebrated our birthdays and now will make it our tradition. We were treated like royalty by Genevieve and John. They were the best!
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4.5
Awesome(572)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 26 times today
Absolutely 10/10 The owner, Tony, made us feel right at home, as if we were regulars. Stopped for happy hour first - great deal - and then enjoyed a dinner after. My girlfriend who doesn’t even like sweets, was blown away by the yuzu tart - sensational. Happy hour: - Oysters (2 dozen, 10/10) - Tuna Crudo (8/10) - Steak Frites (8/10 steak, 10/10 frites) - Sancerre (10/10, especially for happy hour of $12.5 per glass) Dinner: - Escargot (9/10) - Potato Dauphine w/ Caviar (9.5/10) - Steak Tartare (9.5/10) - Sancerre (still 9.5/10) - Pinot Noir (9.5/10) Dessert: - Yuzu Tart (10/10, spectacular) - Sauternes (9.5/10) Tony was kind enough to give us complimentary champagne “to go” to finish our night - truly a wonderful host. Will absolutely come back, the question is only when this week or next! Love, Carl & Julia
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4.8
Exceptional(2739)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 71 times today
Fabulous meal! Great service. Can’t wait to go back.
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4.9
Exceptional(1303)
$$$$
• Italian • Merrillville, IN
Booked 10 times today
Great all around experience. The best restaurant in the area!
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4.6
Exceptional(3168)
$$$$
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 41 times today
Amazing! Best gluten free pasta and Annabella is a doll!!!
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4.3
Awesome(138)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 18 times today
Beautiful restaurant, great ambiance, all food was perfectly executed with bold and creative flavor combinations. Service was impeccable, shout out to Alex, Johnny, Santiago, Michael and the lovely food runner with short orange hair! Great spot if you want to impress a date.
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4.5
Awesome(780)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 24 times today
Fantastic brunch special!! Food and bottomless mimosas for $50 is a steal especially in west loop. Our server never let our glasses sit empty and the food was quick and delicious.
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4.7
Exceptional(6761)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 93 times today
The atmosphere, service, and food were all excellent!
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4.7
Exceptional(243)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 15 times today
Esquites empanadas were very good. I ordered the picanha "prime rib." It was only able to be cooked to medium rare which was fine by me, but 1/3 of the meat was very rare. Some of the fat against the skin didn't really render well which made some bites really tough to enjoy. The papas del dia were bbq sweet potato with an incredible sauce and seasonings. Mac and cheese was good as well.

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  • Michael
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great all around experience. The best restaurant in the area!
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    Gamba Ristorante$$$$• Italian• Merrillville, IN
    •
    4.9
  • CindyGold
    Indiana •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderful place. Have been going to Copper Rock in new buffalo four winds for years, but now William B's has moved into this #1 spot! Food and atmosphere so much better. If you've not tried it yet, then put it on your "must try" restaurant list. You won't be disappointed.
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    William B's Steakhouse - Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa$$$$• Steakhouse• Michigan City, IN
    •
    4.4
  • Mary
    Indiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    From the moment we walked in, we knew the experience was going to be top-notch. Our server was very attentive and we never felt rushed the whole evening. A meal was outstanding and everyone enjoyed it very much. We would highly recommend this restaurant, but know that the place is expensive but it is worth it.
    More info
    Figs and Fables$$$$• Contemporary American• Valparaiso, IN
    •
    4.9
  • CarlGold
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Absolutely 10/10 The owner, Tony, made us feel right at home, as if we were regulars. Stopped for happy hour first - great deal - and then enjoyed a dinner after. My girlfriend who doesn’t even like sweets, was blown away by the yuzu tart - sensational. Happy hour: - Oysters (2 dozen, 10/10) - Tuna Crudo (8/10) - Steak Frites (8/10 steak, 10/10 frites) - Sancerre (10/10, especially for happy hour of $12.5 per glass) Dinner: - Escargot (9/10) - Potato Dauphine w/ Caviar (9.5/10) - Steak Tartare (9.5/10) - Sancerre (still 9.5/10) - Pinot Noir (9.5/10) Dessert: - Yuzu Tart (10/10, spectacular) - Sauternes (9.5/10) Tony was kind enough to give us complimentary champagne “to go” to finish our night - truly a wonderful host. Will absolutely come back, the question is only when this week or next! Love, Carl & Julia
    More info
    The Alston$$$$• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
    •
    4.5
  • Ian
    Las Vegas •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on Oct 31, 2026
    Esquites empanadas were very good. I ordered the picanha "prime rib." It was only able to be cooked to medium rare which was fine by me, but 1/3 of the meat was very rare. Some of the fat against the skin didn't really render well which made some bites really tough to enjoy. The papas del dia were bbq sweet potato with an incredible sauce and seasonings. Mac and cheese was good as well.
    More info
    Trino$$$$• Steakhouse• West Loop
    •
    4.7
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