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A photo of El Che Steakhouse & Bar restaurant
1. El Che Steakhouse & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2168)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 81 times today
Located just beyond the West Loop’s famed “restaurant row,” El Che Steakhouse & Bar is Chicago's go-to destination for steak, seafood, and live-fire cooking. The restaurant is modeled after Executive Chef/Partner John Manion’s fascination with Argentinean asados: traditional backyard barbecues surrounding the flame. A 12-foot custom-built grill serves as the centerpiece for this downtown asado which embraces South American-tinged meats, seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and of course, steak. The hearth also serves as the heart of the restaurant’s experiences such as dining at the Hearth Table. Join us for happy hour at our cocktail bar, featuring signature cocktails and fiery bar bites or indulge in a glass of wine from the country’s only South American wine list. No matter what you choose, El Che brings the heat seven nights a week.For large groups, private events, birthdays, or celebrations, email us info@elchechicago.com.
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2. Bar Siena - West Loop
4.5
Awesome(3313)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 40 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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3. Girl & the Goat
4.8
Exceptional(15039)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 183 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. Duck Duck Goat
4.8
Exceptional(5676)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • West Loop
Booked 119 times today
Chef Stephanie Izard brings her take on Chinese-American cuisine to Chicago's Fulton Market District with Duck Duck Goat, her third venture with Boka Restaurant Group. The menu features hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, wontons, fried rice, and more, ensuring no diner leaves hungry. On weekends, Duck Duck Goat also offers a delightful dim sum brunch menu, perfect for starting the day with a creative twist on classic favorites.
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5. BLVD Steakhouse
4.2
Awesome(2985)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 55 times today
BLVD Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse inspired by Hollywood's Sunset Blvd—the golden era's famed strip of dining and entertainment establishments. Our space embodies the glamour and luxury that defined Old Hollywood, offering sophisticated yet approachable service with a chef-driven menu of prime cuts, fresh seafood, and other seasonal favorites from Celebrity Chef/Partner Joe Flamm. Outside, our massive full season patio with a sprawling bar evokes an enchanted ‘secret garden’ look and feel with lush greenery, linen curtains, luxe upholstery, and romantic string lighting.
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6. The Izakaya at Momotaro
4.7
Exceptional(861)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • West Loop
Booked 50 times today
The Izakaya is located on the subterranean level of Momotaro. The Izakaya and its shared-plates pub-inspired menu echoes the Yokocho street scene of Tokyo. Narrow lounge-inspired ‘alleys’ around a central bar bedecked with hand-painted Japanese menus, moody neon lights, and vintage Tokyo street signs set the scene for the Izakaya’s direct nod to Tokyo’s most famous post-war black markets. Dark, energetic, and ripe with expectation, the Izakaya additionally offers a 30-seat bar featuring crafted cocktails, sakes, and a quality selection of Japanese whiskeys. Parties and programming are no strangers to the Izakaya, where a rotating selection of events, including Monday Night Karaoke, feel right at home in this lively lower-level atmosphere.
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7. Swift & Sons
4.7
Exceptional(4691)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 67 times today
Swift & Sons is an American Steakhouse brought to you by Boka Restaurant Group. The stunning multi-room space was designed by the world-renowned design firm AvroKO and is located in the heart of the Fulton Market District — the birthplace of Chicago meatpacking. Executive Chef Chris Pandel's menu is based in traditional ideas and elevated with a modern approach that makes it unique in the Chicago steakhouse landscape. Signature dishes include the Beef Wellington, a staple of traditional steakhouse dining showcased with expertise in the Swift dining room.
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8. Formento's
4.7
Exceptional(2874)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 52 times today
Located in Fulton Market District within Chicago’s bustling West Loop, Formento’s is an Italian restaurant steeped with the bright and fresh flavors of Italy. Created as a nod to the owner’s grandmother, guests will experience an array of dishes from house-made pastas, seasonal antipasti and wood-fired fish and steak. At Formento’s, Chef David Schwartz combines new world culinary creativity with generations past. Our world-class wine program offers guests more than 300 varietals from around world. Three private event spaces can accommodate parties of 10 to 200 guests in an intimate second floor loft overlooking Restaurant Row, featuring a private bar and amenities.
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9. The Publican
4.7
Exceptional(5930)
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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10. Beatrix - Fulton Market
4.8
Exceptional(2675)
Price: Moderate
• American • West Loop
Booked 74 times today
Beatrix - Fulton Market is a vibrant bar scene according to multiple reviews. Customers describe the atmosphere as 'fun and lively', 'great drinks', 'excellent cocktails' and 'fun energetic ambiance'. It's a popular spot for catching up with friends, date nights, and business lunches. The restaurant offers a variety of menu options and is praised for its 'knowledgeable servers' and 'great food'.
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  • Glen
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Everything we ate from starters to dessert were excellent !
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    Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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    4.8
  • Penda
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We were the 1st to show up today. The Maitre’d was Dressed Impeccable and greeted Us immediately. Asked us to have a seat at the Bar and we’d be seated in 10-15mins. When we were, they offered to Check our Coats. Literally EVERYONE wished my Daughter a Happy Birthday 🥳 The Ambiance & Decor is Absolutely Beautiful 😍 including the Bathroom. Our waitress made great suggestions for Drinks, Appetizers & Main Courses. We ordered Based off our taste buds and Her Recommendations ( My Daughter is Vegetarian) EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS!! The wait staff was attentive with cleaning the table consistently while ALSO wishing my Baby Happy Birthday 🎈 Both the Manager & General Manager came over to ask about our Meal & Experience and I couldn’t help but RAVE ABOUT EVERYONE, the Service & FOOD. I would give a rating of 10 out of 10💥 the Mommy/Daughter Date ended with the most Delectable Dessert & Sparkler. I can’t thank you enough. It was very emotional bcus My Son/Her ONLY SIBLING passed (Car Accident) and HIS HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY 😇 iS TOMORROW🙇🏽‍♀️ Yes a Day after hers. She was HIS PRESENT 🎁 🥰 Needless to say it’s been HELL but you all MADE OUR DAY/NIGHT. GOD BLESS 🙏🏾EACH AND EVERYONE FOR TODAY. Sincerely, Penda F. Young the proud parent of Nia 🥰& Quest Nehemiah 😇 YOUNG
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    BLVD SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Loop
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    4.2
  • David
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Beautiful space and incredible food. Our server remembered it was our 5th wedding anniversary and certainly helped make it special. We will be back!
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    Bar Siena - West LoopPrice: Moderate• Italian• West Loop
    •
    4.5
  • Sam
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I just went here for our anniversary and it was an excellent experience. The food was amazing. The grilled shellfish platter was one of the best dishes I’ve had in my life. We had a little bit of a later reservation so the kitchen was closing soon after our appetizers but our server made sure to get our entree order in and did not make us feel rushed at all. He brought us out some desert and even a little toast to celebrate our anniversary. Our busboy as well noticed that our table was uneven and fixed it without being asked. Even the manager was attentive and stopped by the table to see how everything was. I will 1000% be back for the excellent service and amazing food.
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    El Che Steakhouse & BarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Loop
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    4.7
  • Laura
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Best meal I've had in a long time. We ordered everything off the vegan menu and it's so refreshing to have options that are so full of flavor and don't rely on faux meats. One of my favorite places to come in the city. And best green beans in the world!
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    Duck Duck GoatPrice: Expensive• Chinese• West Loop
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    4.8

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