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1. Daisies Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(166)
Price: Expensive
• American • Logan Square
Booked 102 times today
Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.
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2. Asador Bastian
4.7
Exceptional(171)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 32 times today
NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS FOR THANKSGIVING!Asador Bastian is a Chicago chophouse with Basque influences from acclaimed ChefDoug Psaltis. Located in the iconic “Flair House” originally built in 1883, this historictownhouse has been revived and brought back to life with culinary inspiration from thegreat asadors of San Sebastián, Spain to serve the world’s best boutique beef withoutcompromise. The most remarkable dining experience comes from the purest ingredientsdelivered in the supremely thoughtful, welcoming and hospitable manner. This ethoshas directed every aspect of the experience at Asador Bastian, whether you’re joiningus for small bites and libations in our Bar Room or for a more intimate experience in ourDining Room.
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3. Mon Ami Gabi
4.8
Exceptional(8031)
Price: Moderate
• French • Lincoln Park
Booked 84 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.
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4. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(8818)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 114 times today
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
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5. RL Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(7210)
Price: Expensive
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 96 times today
If you do not find availability online, please call the restaurant directly at 312-475-1100.Located adjacent to the Ralph Lauren Chicago flagship store on Michigan Avenue, RL Restaurant features the vision and décor of Ralph Lauren in a modern club atmosphere. RL Restaurant offers classic American cuisine inspired by Ralph Lauren’s personal favorites. Seasonal dishes range from a chopped vegetable salad to a lobster roll sandwich, grilled fish of the day and steaks. On the cocktail list, guests can choose from classic drinks and a diverse selection of wines and other fine spirits.
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6. Duck Duck Goat
4.8
Exceptional(5556)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • West Loop
Booked 130 times today
Chef Stephanie Izard brings her take on Chinese-American cuisine to Chicago's Fulton Market District with Duck Duck Goat, her third venture with Boka Restaurant Group. The menu features hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, wontons, fried rice, and more, ensuring no diner leaves hungry. On weekends, Duck Duck Goat also offers a delightful dim sum brunch menu, perfect for starting the day with a creative twist on classic favorites.
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7. Le Colonial - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(7834)
Price: Very Expensive
• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 133 times today
Heralded as an escapist's paradise, Le Colonial is a celebration of the seductive spirit and vivid flavors of Vietnam. The restaurant opened on iconic Oak Street in March 2019, after moving from its location of over 20 years on Rush Street. Le Colonial features a dining room, an all-season terrace overlooking Oak Street, an evocative bar/lounge, and The Monkey Parlour (a private dining room with seating for up to 12 guests).
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8. Eden
4.8
Exceptional(1574)
Price: Expensive
• American • Avondale
Booked 37 times today
Eden’s ever-evolving brunch, lunch, dinner and beverage menus focus on the use of high-quality and seasonal ingredients, with an approach based on simplifying the process that goes into crafting each dish. This focus produces robust, clean flavors to compliment the flowers and herbs from our on-site greenhouse that also add beauty to each dish. Our 20’ x 28’ greenhouse allows us to grow all year, reduce our carbon footprint by sourcing on-site, and it helps the local ecosystem by attracting pollinators. Our sustainability efforts also include composting organic material left over during food preparation. Free Parking is available and easily accessible in the private lot across the street from the restaurant.
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9. Boka
4.8
Exceptional(7132)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Lincoln Park
Booked 54 times today
Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.
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10. The Palm Court
4.7
Exceptional(4830)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 177 times today
For those who love their afternoon teas fresh, fragrant and steeped in history, Palm Court at The Drake Hotel serving tea for over a century. Even the Queen and Princess Diana have made their royal visits here. Your afternoon tea begins with Palais de Thes menu, which features 15 tea blends including classic selections like the English Breakfast to modern yet delightful twists like the Mélange du Cap.Tea is served in individual tea pots accompanied by the traditional three tiered tea tray filled with an arrangement of gourmet finger sandwiches and scones; and dainty petit fours with complements of preserves, lemon curd and English double Devon cream.And let’s not forget about our little tea. The Prince & Princess Afternoon tea service, suitable for children between 3 and 12 years of age is available throughout the duration of afternoon tea service.Reservations are heavily encouraged. Tea service seating duration is 90minAdults $79/ $82 with Carolers / Kids $35 (3-12)

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  • Nancy
    Chicago / Illinois •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Every time we enter the restaurant we feel so welcome and truly are excited to yet again enjoy a fabulous evening of delicious food, excellent and friendly service. I anticipate the perfectly chilled martini in the elegant coupe glass. We never feel rushed or forgotten. We are lucky to have Mon Ami Gabi in Chicago!
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    Mon Ami GabiPrice: Moderate• French• Lincoln Park
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    4.8
  • Vanae’
    St. Louis •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The restaurant was crowded. Yet the noise level was not overpowering. The greeters at the check-in were friendly. Our server, Peter Axelsen was awesome!!! He recommended a mocktail that was the best drink ever. We appreciated the restaurant managers stopping by our table to check on us twice. The food was superb.
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    RL RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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    4.9
  • Brea
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My friend and I had a fantastic experience at Daisies last night! I moved to Logan Square about four months ago and this restaurant came highly recommended by so many. The ravioli and the rigatoni were absolutely divine! So wonderful to have this gem just a few blocks away. Highly recommend!
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    Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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    4.7
  • LABradvip
    Los Angeles •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    You can always count on Gibson’s for a quality steak in a fashionable location. I was dining with a friend you had a short term dietary restriction. Our server, Lee, said they had nothing on the menu to meet it but he promised to check with the kitchen. Lee returned with the item, from a nearby restaurant, so our entire party didn’t have to change locations. Outstanding service!
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    Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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    4.8
  • OpenTable Diner
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    What a gem! Asador Bastian totally knocked it out of the park. Our server, Yousef ( potentially spelling his name wrong), was fantastic - super friendly and really knew his stuff. His recommendations were perfect for our dinner. We started with their Tortilla Española, which was a great way to kick things off - light but packed with flavor. The arroz cremoso that came next was incredible - the flavors were spot on. But the real showstopper was the Akaushi beef, cooked exactly how we wanted it, paired with these amazing bone marrow potato purée that I'm still thinking about. We wrapped up with a delicious cheesecake that hit all the right notes. The whole experience, from walking in to walking out, was just perfect. Can't wait to come back and try more dishes! If you're thinking about going - just do it. You won't regret it!
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    Asador BastianPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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    4.7

Discover best special occasions restaurants in North Center

Discover exceptional dining options in Chicago's North Center neighborhood, perfect for celebrating special occasions. This area boasts a variety of restaurants that cater specifically to making your events memorable, offering unique atmospheres and gourmet menus. Whether you're planning a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or a festive celebration, you’ll find establishments here that provide both exceptional service and outstanding culinary experiences. The dining scene in North Center is vibrant and diverse, with options ranging from intimate bistros to upscale eateries, ensuring a perfect fit for any taste and occasion. Each restaurant in this locale prides itself on quality, creativity, and the ability to create special moments. Enjoy the convenience of exploring top-rated dining spots where every meal is prepared with the utmost care and attention to detail. Celebrate your special moments in North Center, where every dining experience promises to be as extraordinary as the occasion itself.

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