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Best Restaurants for People Watching in Avondale

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4.6
Exceptional(279)
Price: Expensive
• Ukrainian • Avondale
Booked 15 times today
Comforting favorites in Avondale by Chefs Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim inspired by old-world cooking. Start your meal with a selection of beverages like a bottle of trendy orange wine or head to the bar after work with no reservation needed for a craft cocktail like The Muse with gin and beet kvass. Our appetizer cart will roll to your table to start your dinner with over 10 bites beckoning to be picked like our fan-favorite smoked carrot paté or sunflower seed hummus. Our main dishes offer a variety of homestyle flavors just like your mother made from thick soups to layered pasta and fluffy Ukrainian garlic bread. Coffee, after-dinner drinks and a flaky pastry like our Napoleon invite you to finish the meal with a sweet treat and hours of good conversation in a space that feels like home.
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4.7
Exceptional(8986)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 103 times today
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
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4.6
Exceptional(3058)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • West Loop
Booked 65 times today
Perched atop the Hoxton Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Fulton Market, Cabra Chicago is a lively rooftop escape, inspired by the bold and vibrant flavors of Peruvian cuisine. Led by James Beard Award and Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard, alongside longtime partners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group, Cabra serves up crave-worthy dishes in a colorful and energetic setting. The restaurant’s airy, plant-filled ambiance, paired with its open kitchen and sweeping city views, creates a dynamic dining experience. Guests can savor a variety of shareable plates, from ceviches to savory meats, all bursting with the rich, fresh flavors of Peru.
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4.8
Exceptional(606)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • River North (Chicago)
Booked 27 times today
Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian for entry. A valid ID is required for guests age 21+.A chic, outdoorsy pizza haven located in Old Town. Happy Camper boasts a décor that includes Airstream trailers, neon renditions of the Great Lakes, warm wooden accents, and tire swing seating around the bar. A wide variety of colorful pizzas and delicious appetizers await you.F*ckin' Charity Bingo on Sundays at 1:30pm is sat on a first come first serve basis. All reservations will be sat in the non-bingo area.We cannot guarantee inside or outside seating.Neighborhood ordinances require our patio to close by 12am. Your table is weather permitting. If there is inclement weather, Happy Camper reserves the right to cancel your reservation. If you are dining when inclement weather occurs your food will be packed and given your bill. You are more than welcome to head to the bar afterward.
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4.1
Excellent(142)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Wrigleyville
Booked 4 times today
Alma is located on the second floor of Hotel Zachary
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4.7
Exceptional(1181)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Logan Square
Booked 7 times today
A cozy neighborhood restaurant located in the bustling neighborhood of Logan Square that focuses on the wine and cuisine of the Piemonte region of Italy. Featuring a 100% Piemontese wine list, fresh handmade pasta, and typical Piemontese dishes like Vitello Tonnato, Plin, Risotto, and white truffles during their peak season in the fall/winter. Nationally and internationally recognized as the recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence (every year since 2018), Time Out Magazine's Top 100 Best Dishes (for Plin), Gambero Rosso Best Wine Program, Gambero Rosso Best Italian Restaurant, and others.
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4.6
Exceptional(200)
Price: Expensive
• French American • West Loop
Booked 48 times today
Bar La Rue celebrates French-American cuisine with an inventive cocktail program in the heart of Fulton Market. The stylish space boasts a beautiful all-season, street-side, walk-in-friendly pergola bar and dining area, perfect for a cozy patio experience. The menu incorporates French plays on approachable American comfort foods, offering an inviting setting for lunch, brunch, or dinner. Whether you're enjoying cocktails at the bar, celebrating birthdays, or planning a romantic date, Bar La Rue provides a Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere perfect for any occasion.
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4.6
Exceptional(5913)
Price: Expensive
• American • West Loop
Booked 38 times today
A homage to oysters, pork and beer, Executive Chef Paul Kahan's eclectic menu is inspired by simple farmhouse fare in a space evocative of a European beer hall.
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4.4
Awesome(284)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Bucktown / Wicker Park
Booked 23 times today
Elia, a stunning new Modern Mediterranean restaurant, is now open in the heart of Wicker Park. Elia's menu features dishes inspired by Greece, Italy, France, Spain, and other Mediterranean countries. The restaurant's beautiful interior and friendly staff enhance its charm, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Elia offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing" food and a cozy atmosphere. Guests rave about the "fresh and delicious" seafood, Mediterranean dishes, and a broad menu. Service is often praised as "excellent" and "attentive."
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4.5
Awesome(3284)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 31 times today
Perfectly Centralized In Chicago's West Loop 'Restaurant Row', The Two-Story, 8,000-Square-Foot Restaurant Is The Sibling Of DineAmic Hospitality'S River North Staple Eatery, Siena Tavern. Bar Siena Offers Diners The Perfect & Approachable Setting To Enjoy Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, And Weekend Brunch. The Menu Features An Expansive Italian Street Food And Pizza Bar Selection, All Served Within The Streets Of Fulton Market. Our Team Of Hospitality Professionals Are Thrilled And Dedicated To Host Your Next Dining Experience, Private Event Or Catering Function!

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  • Mitch
    Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Every single dish is outstanding, flavorful, generous, and complex. Service is fantastic. The cocktails are innovative. While a bit noisy, the feel is energetic and comfortable. I love this place. Try the Solterito.
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    Cabra - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• West Loop
    4.6
  • Jason
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My wife and I shared a New York Strip steak, asparagus and the chocolate mousse. All were outstanding. The steak was crispy on the outside and required very little chewing, perfect. The asparagus was great and there was enough mousse for 6 people, so we took a lot of it home for later. The service was spot on given the high price point. No complaints from us about anything.
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    Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gold Coast / Streeterville
    4.7
  • SusanVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We shared 3 appetizers, 1 dumpling, the pork belly ( main course), and dessert. The portions are large enough that we were full. Ask your server about the food, as Ukrainian combinations and ingredients seem strange, but work beautifully. Rather than have a cocktail, I had an infusion- a shot of vodka or brandy with a fruit or herbal infusion. I still could not bring myself to do the horseradish one!
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    AnelyaPrice: Expensive• Ukrainian• Avondale
    4.6
  • Dorothy
    Chicago / Illinois •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Absolute perfection. We really enjoyed the Globes, games, s'mores, and music. Such a cozy and perfect family outing. Worth every single penny.
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    AlmaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Wrigleyville
    4.1
  • MichaelVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    Excellent evening great service. Pizza was excellent!
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    Happy Camper Pizza - Old TownPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• River North (Chicago)
    4.8
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