Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in River West

35 restaurants available nearby

1. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2320)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 182 times today

Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients. Follow @allavitachicago to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings.

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2. Summer House - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(7918)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 343 times today

Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Summer House is the place for sunshine all year round. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Reserve your table today and be transported to the West Coast by the beach house decor, retractable glass ceiling, and all-season courtyard. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.

3. il Porcellino

4.7

Exceptional(4265)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 114 times today

Il Porcellino, located in the heart of River North in downtown Chicago, is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic Italian-American comfort food in a casual setting. Our seasonal menu focuses on housemate pastas, vegetable antipasti and daily specials, all crafted with ingredients sourced from quality artisans, purveyors, and local farmers. The fun and approachable wine program encourages sharing with selections primarily from Italy. As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.

4. Mon Ami Gabi

4.8

Exceptional(8106)

Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 124 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.

5. Tzuco

4.7

Exceptional(827)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 68 times today

Located in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago, Tzuco, helmed by the Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, offers a blend of authentic Mexican flavors and sophisticated French techniques. Named after Chef Gaytán’s hometown, Huitzuco, the restaurant boasts a menu rich in ceviche, seafood, and traditional Mexican dishes, served in a spacious dining room, lively bar, lounge, and an all-weather outdoor terrace.Tzuco’s captivating interiors, designed by the acclaimed Cadena + Asociados Concept Design, tell a story of Chef Gaytán's heritage with preserved materials from Mexico and handcrafted furnishings, ensuring guests not only savor exquisite dishes but also relish an immersive cultural experience.

6. Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

4.8

Exceptional(401)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • River North (Chicago)

Booked 72 times today

Welcome to Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba! in River North. The little sister of Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reeba! in Lincoln Park, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! stays true to its Spanish roots serving a wide variety of iconic small plates like Patatas Bravas, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, and our signature Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer. Of course, no celebration would be complete without our classic Sangria. ¡Salud!

7. Osteria Via Stato

4.7

Exceptional(3484)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 31 times today

Osteria Via Stato, a Lettuce Entertain You restaurant follows the Italian tradition of seasonally prepared dishes featuring local ingredients and artisanal producers paired with an all Italian wine list. Open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday at noon - 2PM.Join us for Happy Hour everyday for 1/2 priced pizzas and glasses of wine, Sunday - Thursday at 5PM - 6PM, Friday - Saturday at 4:30PM - 5:30PM.

8. Mart Anthony's

4.8

Exceptional(1685)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 28 times today

A third generation, old-school Italian restaurant serving classic family recipes like Braciole, Stuffed Artichoke, Tortellini Romano and more. A hidden gem of Chicago, but once you know... you know.

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9. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago (Wacker Dr.)

4.4

Awesome(4373)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown / Loop

Booked 32 times today

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks on Chicago's Wacker Drive is conveniently located in the Loop, just minutes away from Chicago Theater, Oriental Theater, Millennium Park, various shopping areas and some of Chicago's best hotels.From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations.As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.

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10. Fogo de Chao - Chicago

4.1

Excellent(4695)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / Loop

Booked 150 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fabulous experience, great food, wonderful server, great atmosphere. Highly recommend!
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Buona TerraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Irving Park
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4.9
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New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
The food was absolutely amazing, the carne asada was literal perfection and so were the ropa vieja plantains, the cochinita pibil and the ceviche. They were able to accommodate our large party of 10 on short notice and the service was wonderful- thank you Chris!!!
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Maya Del SolPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Oak Park
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4.8
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Chicago / Illinois •69 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
This is one of the best kept little family owned restaurants in Chicago!!! Friendly, festive, good and hearty food!! It’s a ‘Cheers’ kinda place!!! If you don’t know anyone walking in you will most likely know someone walking out! Stuffed artichoke, calamari and oysters always a good start. Caesar salad is cold and crisp Gnocchi Arribiatta, eggplant parm, mart Anthony steak is fabulous!! Tirimisu and Madeline cookies for dessert!!
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Mart Anthony'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• West Loop
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4.8
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Neil
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Dec 2024
First time at Chez Joel, confirming it’s never too late to find something wonderful. Comfortable space, good cocktails, great food, I had the special rack of lamb, along with friendly staff and a low keyed atmosphere. Definitely on my list of places to return to.
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Chez JoelPrice: Moderate• French• Little Italy / University Village
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4.7
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Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 June 2024
Very homey, I love coming here for breakfast whenever I'm in the area. Never disappoints
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Nellie's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Puerto Rican• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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35 restaurants available nearby

1. Alla Vita

2. Summer House - Chicago

3. il Porcellino

4. Mon Ami Gabi

5. Tzuco

6. Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

7. Osteria Via Stato

8. Mart Anthony's

9. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago (Wacker Dr.)

10. Fogo de Chao - Chicago

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