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1. Artango Bar & Steakhouse
4.6
Exceptional(1762)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Lincoln Square
Booked 10 times today
Experience Buenos Aires’ Golden Age at Artango Bar and Steakhouse, where the rich cultural heritage of Argentina comes alive. Set amidst a tableau of Art Nouveau and Neo-classical architecture and décor are the exciting tastes, lively music and dancing of Argentina.An evening at Artango feels as if you’ve traveled to Buenos Aires, and guests have the opportunity to enjoy authentic imported Grass-Fed Argentinian steaks. Roman’s selection of 120 day wet-aged, grass-fed black angus beef cuts are grilled on an Argentinian parrilla at a slightly lower temperature and for a longer period of time – similar to the Patagonian method of barbecuing crafted by Buenos Aires-born celebrity chef, Francis Mallmann. Argentine cuts are lean, tender and full of flavor. Pair your meal with Prohibition-era cocktails and both classic and rare European and Argentine wines. Dining at Artango is a memorable journey to Argentina.
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2. Daisies Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(176)
Price: Expensive
• American • Logan Square
Booked 77 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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3. Mon Ami Gabi
4.8
Exceptional(8050)
Price: Moderate
• French • Lincoln Park
Booked 75 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.
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4. Boka
4.8
Exceptional(7138)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Lincoln Park
Booked 50 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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5. Eden
4.8
Exceptional(1577)
Price: Expensive
• American • Avondale
Booked 29 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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6. Mott Street
4.7
Exceptional(1032)
Price: Expensive
• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park
Booked 47 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.
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7. Sapori Trattoria
4.7
Exceptional(4431)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lincoln Park
Booked 66 times today
Cozy Italian Restaurant serving fresh pasta & other authentic Italian dishes in Chicago's Lincoln Park & Lakeview Neighborhoods
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8. North Pond
4.8
Exceptional(4766)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Lincoln Park
Booked 7 times today
Inspired by the market, Chef César Murillo utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season. His tasting menu reflects the Arts & Crafts approach of the dining room - complex layers of subtle craft beneath a simple decorative style. We offer a four-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. The menu is not á la carte, however, it provides options for each of the courses. North Pond is open for dinner Thursday through Sunday beginning at 5:30pm. Sunday Brunch begins at 10:30am and is three-course prix fixe. We do not offer valet parking.Tables in the front room or patio, overlooking the pond, are seated first come, first serve. We do not hold tables. All tables for more than 4 people are seated in our main dining room. We accept reservations for a maximum of 8 people at one table.A cancellation charge of $25 per person is applied to all same day cancellations.
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9. Farm Bar - Lakeview
4.7
Exceptional(184)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 41 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.
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10. Riccardo Trattoria
4.7
Exceptional(2813)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lincoln Park
Booked 36 times today
Riccardo started his career at a very young age in Milan's prestigious "GIRARROSTO" family owned. Then, in 1982 he moved to the United States and he opened the famous Sonny Bono's in Los Angeles. In 1987 he started to work with his cousin Roberto Ruggeri, with him he opened Bice New York, Los Angeles and many others around the world. Together with his wife (and sous chef), Veronica, and his cousin (and hostess), Barbara, he decided to continue his gastronomic artistry and creativity in his restaurant named after himself "Riccardo Trattoria."Here through the craftsmanship of an Italian food connoisseur, dishes are prepared with an almost zen-like essentiality that has shaped Riccardo's professional and existential life course. Some highlights of the menu are Veal Chop Milanese, Veal Shank Osso Bucco, Pappardelle with Short Rib Ragu, various classic Rissotto preparations, and for dessert options like Panna Cotta, Homemade Tiramisu and Tuscan Ricotta Cheesecake round out the menu.

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  • Janie
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My family made reservations for the Thanksgiving dinner, and it did not disappoint. The food was spectacular and now I'm curious about what Artango's regular menu is like. The service was great, I appreciated so much that they were working on Thanksgiving day. The live music was also a really nice touch for the experience. I would definitely recommend Artango to others.
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    Artango Bar & SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Lincoln Square
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    4.6
  • lisavip
    Chicago / Illinois •151 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Such great food. So many wonderful veg options! The crudo was amazing as was the squash main course w fregola. Warm and efficient service. Love this place!
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    EdenPrice: Expensive• American• Avondale
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    4.8
  • Mario
    Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had the tasting menu. Food was delicious. The wines of the reserve wine pairing were very special. Service was excellent. Ambience was good.
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    BokaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lincoln Park
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    4.8
  • OpenTable Dinervip
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Absolutely delicious!! The beet agnolotti was amazing and the rigatoni was delicious too. Highly recommend the onion dip!!
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    Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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    4.7
  • Nelsonvip
    Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    It’s crazy to think there are only three of these restaurants left in the world. We used to go to the Oak Brook location but now we finally got to visit the one in Chicago. We were pleasantly surprised to find out that this was the original one. It’s a classic French bistro fare with amazing servers and food. I highly recommend the steak and frites!  make sure to get your reservation early because we had to dine at 4:45 PM due to later dinner times not being available
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    Mon Ami GabiPrice: Moderate• French• Lincoln Park
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    4.8

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Lincoln Square

Discover the perfect dining destinations for special occasions in Chicago's charming Lincoln Square neighborhood. This curated list of restaurants offers a delightful blend of atmospheres, from intimate and cozy settings ideal for romantic dinners to vibrant, lively spaces suitable for celebrating big events. Each establishment is renowned for its exceptional service, exquisite cuisine ranging from local to international flavors, and a commitment to creating memorable dining experiences. Lincoln Square itself boasts a diverse dining scene that catifies and reflects the rich cultural heritage of the area, making it a prime location for both casual and sophisticated outings. These restaurants not only cater to special occasions but also emphasize high-quality ingredients and innovative culinary techniques, ensuring every meal is special. Whether you're marking a milestone or simply looking to enjoy a night out with loved ones, these spots in Lincoln Square promise an unforgettable experience that combines both flair and flavor.

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