Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in North Center

131 restaurants available nearby

1. Daisies Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(242)

Price: Expensive

• American • Logan Square

Booked 130 times today

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

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2. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(8989)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 123 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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3. Farm Bar - Lakeview

4.7

Exceptional(197)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 75 times today

Farm Bar is a neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant with locations in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We serve approachable midwestern fair with local, organic ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Mineral Point Wisconsin. Stop by for dinner to indulge in our Classic Burger and famous Wisconsin Cheese Curds, or bring the whole family for lunch. Our mixologists behind the bar will happily shake up handcrafted cocktails or pour a glass of local wine to pair with brunch on the weekends. Join us for homestyle cooking, friendly faces and a table that feels like home. We limit our environmental footprint by using a digital menu linked to our tables with a QR code. We understand that some guests may require a paper menu, and one can be provided with a list of standards items upon request. In order to meet added costs from the city, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We understand that rising costs affect our guests too, so we will remove this fee upon request.

4. LUXBAR

4.6

Exceptional(2887)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 97 times today

The quintessential American bar, LUXBAR features seasonal and classic cocktails made from freshly pressed juices, premium ice, house made shrubs, and an extensive selection of spirits that runs especially deep in whiskey and bourbon. A "Build Your Own Manhattan" menu, thoughtful, approachable wine list, and beer menu with vintage and local options make the bar a go-to for casual, mid-week drinks and bites with friends, watching weekend sports and post-shopping. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

5. RL Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(7347)

Price: Expensive

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 110 times today

RL Restaurant is described as a vibrant bar scene due to its modern club atmosphere and diverse cocktail list. Reviews mention the 'trendy atmosphere', 'unique cocktail menu', 'outstanding martinis' and 'great energy' creating a lively and inviting environment. The 'warm, inviting ambiance' and 'spectacular setting' are also praised, contributing to a vibrant bar scene.

6. The Palm Court

4.6

Exceptional(5093)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 74 times today

For those who love their afternoon teas fresh, fragrant and steeped in history, Palm Court at The Drake Hotel serving tea for over a century. Even the Queen and Princess Diana have made their royal visits here. Your afternoon tea begins with Palais de Thes menu, which features 15 tea blends including classic selections like the English Breakfast to modern yet delightful twists like the Mélange du Cap.Tea is served in individual tea pots accompanied by the traditional three tiered tea tray filled with an arrangement of gourmet finger sandwiches and scones; and dainty petit fours with complements of preserves, lemon curd and English double Devon cream.And let’s not forget about our little tea. The Prince & Princess Afternoon tea service, suitable for children between 3 and 12 years of age is available throughout the duration of afternoon tea service.Reservations are heavily encouraged. Tea service seating duration is 90minAdults $78 / Kids $35 (3-12)

7. Boka

4.8

Exceptional(7190)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lincoln Park

Booked 101 times today

Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.

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8. Le Bouchon - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2096)

Price: Expensive

• French • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 94 times today

Le Bouchon has been thriving in Bucktown since 1993, serving classic French Bistro food in a dining room that will transport you to Paris. Voted one of the best French Restaurants in America by Timeout Magazine. Open from 11am-10pm Monday - Saturday.

9. Mon Ami Gabi

4.9

Exceptional(8116)

Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 133 times today

Honoring classic French cuisine, Mon Ami Gabi is a traditional French bistro located in the heart of Lincoln Park. Our menu features simple French food including Steak Frites, fresh seafood, exquisite bites, and French rolling wine carts. Valet is located at the corner of Lincoln Park West and Belden for $17 cash or Zelle. During the holiday season, for all parties of 9 or more, we ask our guests to call the restaurant directly to book a reservation.Did you know that you can use Lettuce gift cards for carryout and delivery? Just place your order through Lettuce website, the LettuceEats app or any Lettuce restaurant website.

10. Eden

4.8

Exceptional(1620)

Price: Expensive

• American • Avondale

Booked 53 times today

Eden’s ever-evolving brunch, lunch, dinner and beverage menus focus on the use of high-quality and seasonal ingredients, with an approach based on simplifying the process that goes into crafting each dish. This focus produces robust, clean flavors to compliment the flowers and herbs from our on-site greenhouse that also add beauty to each dish. Our 20’ x 28’ greenhouse allows us to grow all year, reduce our carbon footprint by sourcing on-site, and it helps the local ecosystem by attracting pollinators. Our sustainability efforts also include composting organic material left over during food preparation. Free Parking is available and easily accessible in the private lot across the street from the restaurant.

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Katy
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food and fun atmosphere. Will definitely come back.
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Farm Bar - LakeviewPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.7
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Georgette
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My first time dining at Daisies and wanted to belatedly celebrate my birthday with friends. From the beginning the food, service, and overall vibes were amazing! Our server Alberto also made my bday extra special. Loved the fritto misto, gooey butter cake, and the truffle ravioli. Will definitely be dining again when I'm back in town!
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Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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4.8
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Daniel
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
everything from the bar to the dinning area's is old school and perfect. the only bad thing is the restrooms are upstairs, reason to burn some calories after such an amazing meal!!!
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Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.8
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ginger
Wisconsin •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I recently dined at the Ralph Lauren Restaurant in Chicago and had an exceptional experience. Our server, John, was truly spectacular—attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. He made sure our dining experience was perfect from start to finish. We were lucky to have a beautiful window view, which added to the overall ambiance and made our meal even more enjoyable. The food was exquisite, and the elegant setting made for a memorable evening. I highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion or a lovely night out in the city!
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RL RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.8
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GiannaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •59 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
Our server was excellent! Great guacamole to accompany Bloody Marys followed by traditional eggs Benedict All served up professionally in a polished welcoming atmosphere. Pure fun, staffers were all so personable as were patrons
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LUXBARPrice: Moderate• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.6

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131 restaurants available nearby

1. Daisies Chicago

2. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

3. Farm Bar - Lakeview

4. LUXBAR

5. RL Restaurant

6. The Palm Court

7. Boka

8. Le Bouchon - Chicago

9. Mon Ami Gabi

10. Eden

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