Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Old Irving Park

28 restaurants available nearby

1. Akahoshi Ramen

4.8

Exceptional(348)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Logan Square

Booked 8 times today

Akahoshi Ramen is a humble ramen shop in the city of Chicago. Everything is made in the restaurant, including all soups, seasonings, toppings, and noodles. We are not an authentic ramen shop, though we value the history of ramen, and our ramen is influenced by its past and its future potential. The dish, popularized in Japan after World War 2, is symbolic of both struggle and perseverance. It is both a simple dish, and a fantastically complex one that we treat with reverence and respect. Roughly translating to “Red Star,” the name “Akahoshi” is a love letter to two cities; Sapporo, Hokkaido, where red stars adorn city monuments, and Chicago, Illinois, where the red star decorates the city flag. Our ramen is influenced by Japanese and American ideals in cooking. We hope you will join us to enjoy a bowl of ramen, made with the respect and passion it deserves.

2. Tama

4.8

Exceptional(153)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Logan Square

Booked 12 times today

A charming intimate neighborhood restaurant by Chefs Avgeria Stapaki and Adalberto Olaez that merges Mediterranean traditions with South American and Asian ingredients. Tama has a strict 2 hour turn time. Your reservation starts at the time it is booked, whether all the members of your party have arrived.Please understand that we are a small restaurant and ever so grateful you have decided to join us.

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3. Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana

4.8

Exceptional(422)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Norwood Park

Booked 4 times today

Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana is a bistro that serves Italian cuisine in the Norwood Park area. Guests can watch their food being prepared in the open kitchen or grab some wine and cocktails while enjoying the sites and sounds of the outdoor seating area. Stop in and grab a quick lunch of cozze marinara with a nice insalata D'Arte, or bring the entire family in for an authentic Italian dinner.Start your visit at Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana with an appetizer of bruschetta con mozzarella, then decide between a ciociara pizza or a risotto dish. The fresh tastes continue with sacchettini Bolognese or a selection from the ever-changing specials. Those craving a dish with more bite can try the tilapia al limone or the braciole di carne. Guests will also appreciate Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana's dessert menu, which includes treats like the Chocolate Lava Cake and Apple Crostata.

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4. Moe's Cantina Wrigleyville

4.6

Exceptional(44)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Wrigleyville

Moe’s Cantina is located in the heart of Wrigleyville just steps away from the friendly confines of Wrigley Field. Moe’s offers a menu of shareable small plates, traditional full-sized entrees, signature tacos and a cocktail list featuring house-made sangria, handmade margaritas, premium tequilas, and more. The cantina features exposed brick walls, concrete-topped bars, an open kitchen with wood-burning grills, a stunning rooftop bar, retractable glass garage doors, a state-of-the-art sound system and a plethora of HDTVs showing the day’s top sporting events!

5. Rose Mary

4.7

Exceptional(3244)

Price: Expensive

• Croatian • West Loop

Booked 148 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.

6. Elske

4.7

Exceptional(1197)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Loop

Booked 22 times today

PLEASE NOTE: **We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten free, dairy free, nut/peanut free & shellfish free diets. Before booking, please email us at info@elskerestaurant.com regarding any restrictions that are not listed above. We may be unable to accommodate certain restrictions, or diners with multiple restrictions.** Elske means love in Danish, a nod to both David Posey’s Danish mother and the fact that the couple got engaged in Copenhagen. “Our travels in Denmark have really influenced us,” Chef Posey said. “We like that clean, simple aesthetic.” The dining room — all crisp lines, minimalist décor & soft lighting — is anchored by a wide open kitchen on one side & a small patio with a working fireplace on the other. Combined with the friendly service, it creates the impression that you’re eating in a supremely tasteful Scandinavian friend’s weekend home.

7. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14831)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 150 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.

8. Fioretta

4.6

Exceptional(799)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • West Loop

Booked 67 times today

Fioretta is reminiscent of a new-age Copacabana, celebrating old-world Italian cuisine with an opulent twist, a steady flow of impressive cocktails and wine, world-class live entertainment, and a glamorous vibe cast over the entire experience.Seamlessly blending steakhouse fare with elevated versions of old-world Italian cuisine with help from Italian-American Chef, Joe Rizza. The menu pays homage to the Italian immigrants who graciously first introduced Americans to southern Italian classics. Fioretta’s custom-built solid-fuel hearth and open kitchen allows Rizza and his culinary team to impart superb flavor, char and texture to each dish. The menu strives to strike the perfect balance between nostalgia and innovation.

9. Leña Brava

4.8

Exceptional(989)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • West Loop

Booked 20 times today

Located in Chicago's West Loop, Leña Brava is a culinary gem celebrating the dynamic flavors of Baja California Norte. Our kitchen, devoted to the art of live-fire cooking, breathes life into dishes that embody the essence of Mexican culinary traditions and the diverse tastes of Baja. Influenced by a fusion of Mexican, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines, our menu transcends conventional boundaries, offering an array of vibrant ceviche, tantalizing agua chiles, succulent flame-kissed Pacifico seabass, and hearty steaks.Under the skilled guidance of Chef Brian Enyart, with over two decades of innovation in Mexican cuisine, we showcase seasonal ingredients, capturing the essence of Mexico and Baja Norte's culinary landscape. Complemented by our open-plan kitchen and curated beverage program, spotlighting an immense mezcal collection and an array of Baja, New and Old World wines, Leña Brava invites guests on a culinary journey, where Mexican tradition harmonizes with innovation.

10. Cabra - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(3030)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • West Loop

Booked 42 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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Chrisvip
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food and service was outstanding! The short rib orzo and cauliflower were our favorites.
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TamaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Logan Square
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4.8
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Lynda
Montreal / Quebec •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Staff, food, ambiance… everything was perfect. We were lucky enough to get 2 seats at the counter overlooking the kitchen. The ballet was spectacular with all those chefs working together. We had an early reservation and when we left, we could see that it was a trendy place as lot of young preppy looking were coming in. I highly recommend 🥰
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Rose MaryPrice: Expensive• Croatian• West Loop
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4.7
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Sandyvip
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a great experience at Akahoshi Ramen. Casper was wonderful and attentive! We sat at the counter and enjoyed sipping on our delicious cocktails as we watched the ramen being made! My husband enjoyed the midwestern ramen and I had the Akahoshi. It was SO delicious that my husband had a second round of ramen. HIGHLY recommend and cannot wait to visit here again. Until then, I’ll be dreaming about it.
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Akahoshi RamenPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Logan Square
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4.8
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Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
We were celebrating our anniversary and Elske exceeded our expectations not only with their food, but with their service and kindness. They made accommodations for food allergies and were one of the best meals we’ve ever had.
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ElskePrice: Very Expensive• American• West Loop
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4.7
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Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 July 2024
The best place to have fun, really enjoyed my time & it was worth it spending a Friday night in there. Definitely going back soon.
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Moe's Cantina WrigleyvillePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Wrigleyville
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4.6

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Akahoshi Ramen

2. Tama

3. Pasta D'Arte Trattoria Italiana

4. Moe's Cantina Wrigleyville

5. Rose Mary

6. Elske

7. Girl & the Goat

8. Fioretta

9. Leña Brava

10. Cabra - Chicago

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