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Summer House - Chicago
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(7831)Lincoln Park - 2
The Walnut Room - Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(6663)Downtown / Loop - 3
The Palm Court
Price: Very Expensive•Afternoon Tea•4.7(4829)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(3520)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 5
Girl & the Goat
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(14819)West Loop
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Tre Dita
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.7(700)River North (Chicago) - 2
STK – Chicago
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.1(6342)River North (Chicago) - 3
Mirra
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4.7(81)Bucktown / Wicker Park - 4
Bamboo Club
Price: Moderate•Pizza Bar•4.4(579)Wrigleyville - 5
Daisies Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(166)Logan Square
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Aba - Chicago
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(2582)West Loop - 2
Siena Tavern
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(5993)River North (Chicago) - 3
Maple & Ash
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(4315)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
Sepia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(5334)West Loop - 5
Mercadito - River North
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4.5(6254)River North (Chicago)
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- TTerryvipSeattle / Eastern Washington •43 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat choice. Every dish was top level, well imagined and expertly crafted. I highly recommend aba.More infoAba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop•4.8
- KKenvipChicago / Illinois •72 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoI cannot count the number of visits we've had to The Girl and the Goat, but it continues to be a favorite for both personal and professional dining. I brought three colleagues, who have never been, to the restaurant for dinner. One diner is vegetarian, but there are menu offerings and options available to provide them with enough to eat. All three were quite impressed with the food. My only complaint would be our table was right next to the kitchen, which can be loud. However, we made due, and had an enjoyable meal. Service is always very good, and the cocktails are fun. If you're interested in dining, make sure you book way ahead, as there is almost no chance to get a table day of.More infoGirl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop•4.8
- SSeanvipChicago / Illinois •10 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWe’ve been hesitant to visit the Walnut Room due to food allergies but decided to give it a try. From the moment we sat down, Jesus, our waiter, was so attentive. He noticed our allergen card in the table and immediately addressed it, letting us know he find out anything we needed to know and would talk to the chef personally to see what our son could eat. We’ve always wanted to visit this beautiful restaurant but never did out of fear of allergies. But Jesus helped to make this experience amazing for our whole family. Thank you for taking the time to understand our allergies and walk us through the menu. It was a great start to the holiday season. We will be back again!More infoThe Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop•4.7
- EEstefaniChicago / Illinois •3 reviews5.0Dined on 15 Nov 2024Went for a date night, unfortunately we were sat next to a big party who was very loud. Not the fault of the restaurant per se, but the noise does carry. Overall the food was amazing, the service was unbelievably good, and once the big party left, it was much quieter and enjoyable. I’d recommend coming here!More infoPeanut Park TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy / University Village•4.7
- BCBridgetCChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined on 5 May 2022Always love coming here since I was a kid. The food is excellent and authentic.More infoPompei - TaylorPrice: Moderate• Italian• Little Italy / University Village•4.1
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By 1927, Italians in Chicago owned more than 250 restaurants. Their innovations -- such as deep-dish pizza and mass-produced gyros -- still influence the Little Italy dining scene today. There are at least three theories about who invented the iconic Italian beef sandwich. Or course, you won't care who originated it when you’re sinking your teeth into one that’s dripping with hot gravy. Don’t even think of leaving town without savoring the intense flavor of a dry-aged rib eye. Order traditional Chicken Vesuvio for a pleasing pop of garlic, and if you’ve always wanted to cry, "Opa!" in a crowded restaurant, ask for saganaki cheese flambeed tableside. Do you still have room for dessert? Try a local brownie. The original was invented right here by Bertha Palmer, who whipped up the first batch for the Chicago World's Fair in 1893.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Little Italy Chicago is The Rosebud
The best vegetarian restaurants in Little Italy Chicago are Chez Joel, Tuscany on Taylor and Peanut Park Trattoria
The restaurants with the best service in Little Italy Chicago are The Rosebud, Tuscany on Taylor and Peanut Park Trattoria
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Little Italy Chicago are Chez Joel, Peanut Park Trattoria and Tuscany on Taylor
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