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A photo of Francesca's on 95th restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1359)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Lawn
Booked 18 times today
Francesca’s on 95th is located in vibrant downtown Oaklawn. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.
A photo of La Malquerida - Berwyn restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(216)
Price: Expensive
• Latin / Spanish • Berwyn
Booked 8 times today
La Malquerida Latin Fusion Restaurant Bar, in Berwyn, Il, is a premier dining establishment serving the Chicago, Cicero, Riverside, and Oakpark areas. Specializing in steaks, seafood, tapas, and the best-handcrafted cocktails in the area. We offer a Latin Fusion menu, a full bar, dine-in and carry-out options. For your next dine-in experience visit La Malquerida Latin Fusion in Berwyn! The best Latin Fusion around town!
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4.8
Exceptional(14909)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 163 times today
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.
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4.8
Exceptional(4004)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 117 times today
Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
A photo of Ema - River North restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4550)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • River North (Chicago)
Booked 164 times today
A Mediterranean & California-inspired restaurant featuring small plates & Chef CJ Jacobson's lighter style cooking in Chicago's River North.
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4.5
Awesome(980)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • River North (Chicago)
Booked 69 times today
Fresh oysters piled on mounds of sparkling ice. Ceviches that taste of the ocean. Chef José Andrés’ brilliant renditions of iconic seafood classics like fried calamari and lobster rolls. Located at the Bank of America Tower in Chicago, Bar Mar is a true celebration of the bounty of the sea, with modern takes on classics you know and love, festive cocktails, and a bright, beautiful space that interweaves the nautical with the elegant. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
A photo of Mott Street restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1047)
Price: Expensive
• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park
Booked 87 times today
Supremely Asian American. Eastern cooking technique. Taking inspiration from the night markets of Asia and his Korean-American childhood, Chef Edward Kim pairs eastern cooking techniques with Chicago ingredients to create umami-laden flavors, juxtaposing tastes and textures for a wildly exciting menu. A festive and lively dining scene is anchored by a well-lauded bar program and an open pantry, inviting our guests further into the kitchen experience. Like a nightly Asian Thanksgiving, expect Feast-Style dining, rolling up your sleeves, passing plates with your neighbors, getting sauce on your face - if you’re having a good time you’re doing it right.
A photo of Chicago Cut Steakhouse restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(10022)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 68 times today
Chicago Cut Steakhouse is one of Chicago’s most iconic dining experiences in a city that boasts dozens of options for steak-centric dining. Our downtown Chicago steakhouse offers guests a selection of signature, USDA-certified prime beef that is hand-cut and dry-aged on site. Our curated menu also features fish, shellfish, chops and a selection of unique side dishes and appetizers. In addition to delicious martinis and specialty cocktails, Chicago Cut offers a wine list with more than 600 bottles that has been highlighted Wine Spectator, the world’s leading authority on wine. Our dining area features a lively bar scene, vibrant red velvet banquettes and spacious dining tables, private dining options and beautiful, sweeping views of the Chicago River. In the warm months, we also open our sprawling outdoor dining patio, which makes Chicago Cut an excellent spot for an outdoor brunch, lunch or dinner reservation along the river.
A photo of Piccolo Sogno restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6973)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River West
Booked 68 times today
Our name, which means “little dream” in Italian, was chosen by partners Tony Priolo and Ciro Longobardo because it had always been their dream to open a restaurant of their own. “The restaurant fits our personal goal to get to the heart of Italian wine and food,” says executive chef Priolo. “You go to Italy for simple food prepared by hand with local ingredients. We wanted to bring that experience to Chicago.”Piccolo Sogno features a menu of seasonally fresh rustic Italian cuisine. The impressive all-Italian wine list boasts over 400 selections to pair with your meal.When the weather allows, enjoy al fresco dining in the hidden garden patio-regularly recognized as one of the best in the city.Starting December 1, Monday-Thursday we'll open at 5 pm rather than 4 pm-just for the winter. You are welcome to bring a cake to celebrate. If you do, we will charge a $3 fee per person cake-cutting fee. Beginning January 1, all credit card transactions will be charged a 3% fee.
A photo of Elske restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1213)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • West Loop
Booked 29 times today
PLEASE NOTE: **We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten free, dairy free, nut/peanut free & shellfish free diets. Before booking, please email us at info@elskerestaurant.com regarding any restrictions that are not listed above. We may be unable to accommodate certain restrictions, or diners with multiple restrictions.** Elske means love in Danish, a nod to both David Posey’s Danish mother and the fact that the couple got engaged in Copenhagen. “Our travels in Denmark have really influenced us,” Chef Posey said. “We like that clean, simple aesthetic.” The dining room — all crisp lines, minimalist décor & soft lighting — is anchored by a wide open kitchen on one side & a small patio with a working fireplace on the other. Combined with the friendly service, it creates the impression that you’re eating in a supremely tasteful Scandinavian friend’s weekend home.

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  • LouisVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •38 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The lobster and cauliflower Stilton bisque were very nice. They could have been a little warmer. The chicken sandwich and chicken Milanese were excellent. Our service was amazing. Unfortunately we did not get his name so that we could thank him personally in this report.
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    RL RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
    4.9
  • Cara
    Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Wow! Amazing! So glad I was able to snag reservations! Want to go back and try more. Tried the Green beans, poke, goat belly and pork belly. We loved it all. Amazing textures and flavors.
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    Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
    4.8
  • Quetzalli
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I had a delightful lunch at Gibsons Italia with my friend, and it was an experience to remember! From the moment we arrived on the 3rd floor, we were treated to excellent service. The staff was attentive, friendly, and ready to answer all our questions—including explaining what gold-extruded pasta meant, which we found fascinating. The food was absolutely delicious! The salads were fresh and flavorful, the portions were just right, and the baked potato was a standout—so good that I’ll be thinking about it for a long time. The ambiance, paired with the gorgeous riverside view, made it hard to leave after our meal. Instead of heading out right away, we decided to continue our stay at the bar, and I’m so glad we did! PJ, the bartender, was exceptional. His service, engaging conversations, and the memorable baked Alaska he recommended truly elevated our experience. He even crafted some amazing drinks that were the perfect finish to our visit. From start to finish, Gibsons Italia exceeded our expectations, and I can’t wait to return—especially to see PJ again for another round of his amazing hospitality. Highly recommend!
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    Gibsons ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    4.8
  • Amy
    Chicago / Illinois •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Always great! Christmas Day Dinner is usually stressful and expensive at a restaurant. It was perfect at Francesca’s last night. They did a great job allowing off the menu selections, friendly service and a beautiful atmosphere. But, pls for the love of Italian food, bring back the old Ceasar Salad. The new recipe is not good. The old one was perfection!!!
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    Francesca's on 95thPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Lawn
    4.6
  • Sara
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Dec 2024
    Everything from the food to the service was amazing!
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    La Malquerida - BerwynPrice: Expensive• Latin / Spanish• Berwyn
    4.6
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