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1. Aba - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(2759)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 230 times today
Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.
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2. Hubbard Inn - River North
3.9
Excellent(191)
Price: Expensive
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 20 times today
Located among an ever growing number of River North restaurants in Chicago, Hubbard Inn creates a unique dining experience with delicious options for brunch, dinner, late night dining and everything in between.Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner for two, a table for a large group, or a late night restaurant, Hubbard Inn is the perfect option for out-of-town guests and locals on the hunt for dinner and drinks or a quick bite to eat!
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3. Roanoke
4.4
Awesome(1506)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 31 times today
Roanoke Restaurant, located in the Loop, is a local favorite known for its excellent service and top-tier culinary offerings. The menu highlights artisan comfort food, signature rotisserie dishes, and hand-crafted cocktails. The restaurant's design features luxurious finishes, copper accents, and warm lighting inspired by the rotisserie and brick oven in the open kitchen. Whether you're enjoying happy hour at the bar, dining by the fireplace for a more intimate experience, or joining the vibrant lunch crowd, Roanoke is an ideal spot to gather with colleagues, friends, or family. The restaurant also offers large event spaces that can accommodate up to 250 people.Guests can enjoy parking validation at the 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, park for free with a $25 meal purchase. Be sure to bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.
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4. Maggiano's - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(3920)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 31 times today
Welcome to Maggiano's Little Italy, located in downtown Chicago on the corner of Clark & Grand. Our restaurant is a quick trip from the Water Tower Mall, Navy Pier & the Art Museum. Our dining room is ideal for family-style dining with our Italian–American cuisine, reminiscent of a Sunday night visit to your grandmother’s house -- or as they say in Italy, nonna’s casa! These delicious dishes paired with great service, generous portions and a warm atmosphere keep our guests and their families coming back for more. The outdoor seasonal patio has an old-world feel of dining on the bustling streets of Florence. Join us soon! We look forward to hosting your next business or family gathering.
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5. Fulton Market Kitchen
3.3
Good(706)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 1 time today
Inspired by the 1980s NYC art scene and the Wynwood Walls in Miami, Fulton Market Kitchen offers guests the rare opportunity to enjoy dining, drinking, and the work of incredible artists in a single, truly unique setting. Executive FMK presents a refined, contemporary American cuisine with a global influence. We offer seasonal presentations with ingredients sourced from regional farms, local markets, and our neighbors from Fulton Market Street. FMK's Bar Team, delivers one of the West Loop’s most innovative cocktail programs, executed with fresh ingredients and small batch spirits pulled from a carefully curated collection. Together they have developed an impressive spirit list that boasts over 650 bottles with a special focus on hand-selected barrels, limited allocations, and rare vintages.
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6. La Perla Chicago
4.5
Awesome(32)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Lake View
Booked 5 times today
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Lakeview East, La Perla Chicago, Restaurant & Lounge offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Under the culinary direction of Chef Edwin, we celebrate the finest ingredients and creative flair to bring you a sophisticated dining experience.Our Grilled Seafood Platter is a must-try, embodying the essence of our fusion menu, designed to tantalize the palate and captivate the senses. The elegant ambiance at La Perla is perfect for any occasion, from a delightful happy hour to a memorable night out. Located just down the street from Wrigley Field, La Perla is the ideal spot to start or end your exploration of Chicago.The atmosphere at La Perla is both chic and welcoming, with special features like our cozy lounge, perfect for an intimate gathering or a relaxing evening under the lights and disco balls. Join us at La Perla, where culinary excellence meets the vibrant spirit of Chicago.
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7. Osteria del Pastaio
4.4
Awesome(1141)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 26 times today
Osteria del Pastaio, specializes in traditional Italian Cuisine. Our menu reflects the culinary team’s passion for using only the freshest ingredients. Our Artisan pastas are made daily, our breads are baked fresh each morning, our seasonal desserts and candies are hand-made. Our soups are all from vegetarian stock and whenever possible our produce comes from local organic farmers. At Osteria del Pastaio we are pleased to bring you the highest quality ingredients in traditional, Italian cuisine.
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8. A Tavola
4.7
Exceptional(690)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Ukrainian Village
Booked 4 times today
Founded in 1995, a tavola is one of the city’s best restaurants, bringing Chicago an intimate and authentic dining experience. At a tavola the emphasis is, appropriately, on the food. Authentic dishes from Italian regions are re-created using Italian cooking methods and the finest imported Italian products.a tavola is the culmination of professional cooking experience by Daniel Bocik, a versatile chef from Chicago, who brings back home the knowledge and experience of an education at the California Culinary Academy and the finest restaurants of San Francisco, Paris, and Milan. To ensure the freshest food at a tavola, fresh fruits and vegetables are selected from a local organic farmer, meats and seafood are personally selected by Chef Dan from local markets.
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9. Eduardo's Enoteca - Gold Coast
4.7
Exceptional(428)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 27 times today
Nestled away in the adorable Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago, Eduardo’s Enoteca offers authentic Italian fare in an intimate setting, akin to the bistros and cafes of Italy itself. Located at the bustling intersection of Dearborn and Division, Eduardo’s serves as a cozy escape from the busy city streets. This romantic Italian wine bar offers a small-batch boutique wine selection, craft cocktails, handmade pizzas and pastas, charcuterie boards, decadent desserts, and seasonally rotating specials.We ask that each party maintains a 90 minute time limit to accommodate and respect reservations of other guests. Tables will be held for 10 minutes after their reservation time. If you are running late please feel free to call us at (312) 337-4490 to let us know and we will push back your reservation time!
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10. Level Two
4.0
Excellent(275)
Price: Moderate
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 1 time today
The Level Two Dining Room, Lounge, and Bar are open daily from 6:30 AM until 11 AM and 4:00 PM until 11:00 PM for your dining needs. Stop by to eat, drink, mingle and enjoy a menu featuring American regional cuisine with an equally impressive cocktail list.

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  • Donielle
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Amazing as always. No matter the location I always enjoy my food & the atmosphere. I celebrated my birthday with them & they started me off with birthday sparkles then the manager made sure to stop by with an extra serving of ice cream with my birthday cookies. Overall one of the best experiences I’ve had.
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    Maggiano's - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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    4.6
  • Hanna
    Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The short rib hummus and the truffled salmon were unreal. Harissa Bloody Mary was very good. The Brussels sprouts and the steak and eggs were tasty but nothing extraordinary. The restaurant is so beautiful which really add to the experience. The patio being open in the winter is great, but it could’ve used an extra heater or two in the corners. Overall I am excited to go back and try more things.
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    Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
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    4.8
  • JaneVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We went here after getting married at city hall and the staff made this such a wonderful experience! They put flowers at our table and wrote us a handwritten card with complimentary Prosecco. Great service and food, and they were accommodating to our party of 12. Would recommend to anyone!
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    RoanokePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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    4.4
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    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Was an amazing place to spend Valentine’s Day! The food was delicious as well!
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    Fulton Market KitchenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• West Loop
    •
    3.3
  • Shelley
    Chicago / Illinois •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Everything was great. The service at bar was phenomenal. Jenna the server was great. The bartender was wonderful. Andre was very friendly and made sure everything was up to standards. Can’t wait to go back soon.
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    Hubbard Inn - River NorthPrice: Expensive• American• River North (Chicago)
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    3.9

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