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- NNicoleChicago / Illinois •4 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoJoe's is an institution. The food is always on point. Steaks cooked to perfection, raw-bar is unmatched and service is stellar. It's our favorite date spot. We really love coming here for lunch too.More infoJoe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone CrabPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• River North (Chicago)•4.9
- JJenChicago / Illinois •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoTasty and beautiful cocktails that are worth their pricepoint. Wish there were more small bites options. Came when opened and was only 1 other table, but took a while for the server to come over to put down coasters, then come back later to give water, then come back to take a cocktail order. Would've preferred to get an order in sooner.More infoThree Dots and a DashPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• River North (Chicago)•4.7
- TTimothyVIPSouthwest Florida •46 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoPork belly and king crab appetizers were out of this world. My hand cut filet was as good as any I’ve ever had in Chicago!More infoRPM SteakPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• River North (Chicago)•4.7
- JJohnVIPChicago / Illinois •28 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoReally great atmosphere and outstanding service. Just wish there were a bit more vegan options for my dining companion, although they were extremely accommodating for thatMore infoRPM Italian - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)•4.6
- PPamelaVIPLondon •78 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoFantastic! I had the lobster and pasta dish. The lobster was charred perfectly and so flavorful! I changed the noodles to bucatini and they were covered in a wonderful lobster sauce filled with claw meat!!!! The others at our table enjoyed the rigatoni and the Cobb salad. The waiter was helpful and very knowledgeable about the menu and ingredients. Can’t wait to go back and also dine in other Fabio’s restaurantsMore infoSiena TavernPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)•4.7
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River North is located on the Near North Side of Chicago. It is famous for its beautiful architecture and attractions such as the House of Blues. The nearby Magnificent Mile attracts shoppers from all over the world. Steakhouses are among the most popular restaurants in River North. When you prefer something other than steak, you can choose from a variety of dining options for a fun night out. River North is home to some eclectic restaurants, and you'll discover chefs specializing in Mexican, Czech, and American food. From upscale French food to Mediterranean-inspired dishes, from seafood to some of the best beef you'll ever eat, River North has got them all.
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Dog friendly restaurants in River North Chicago include Happy Camper Pizza - Old Town, Ema - River North and Chicago Cut Steakhouse
Child friendly restaurants in River North Chicago include JoJo's ShakeBAR - River North, Lou Malnati's - Chicago, Michigan Ave. and Quartino - Chicago
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