Best Casual Restaurants in South Loop

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1. Lou Malnati's - South Loop

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • South Loop

Booked 74 times today

No true Chicago experience is complete without a visit to one of the oldest names in Deep Dish Pizza: Lou Malnati’s. Located on South State Street in the South Loop of Chicago, Lou’s South Loop is convenient to the McCormick Center, Soldier Field and Grant Park. Enjoy Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years. A cozy experience awaits ... whether you’ve been at a sporting event, sightseeing, or out for a night of jazz, Lou Malnati’s South Avenue is the perfect spot to satiate your deep dish cravings.

2. Grant Park Bistro

4.2

Awesome(15)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Loop

Booked 10 times today

Grant Park Bistro is an American bistro focusing on approachable contemporary dishes. The menu highlights dishes made with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients.

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3. Burger Bar Chicago

4.5

Awesome(638)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • South Loop

Booked 6 times today

American Ranchers know a thing or two about beef. When they tell us that Prime is the best, we just go with the flow and serve up the biggest, baddest Prime burgers around.

4. TAK Korean Bistro

4.5

Awesome(36)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • South Loop

Booked 7 times today

A Korean pocha restaurant in South Loop Chicago is a lively and casual eatery that serves up traditional Korean street food dishes and drinks. Pocha, which translates to "street food tent," refers to the popular outdoor food stalls found in South Korea, and this type of restaurant aims to recreate that experience in an indoor setting.At a Korean pocha restaurant, you can expect to find a variety of small plates, or "anju," that are meant to be shared among friends while drinking soju or beer. These dishes can include popular Korean bar snacks like fried chicken, spicy rice cakes, and seafood pancakes.The atmosphere at a Korean pocha restaurant is usually laid-back and social, with a focus on hanging out with friends and enjoying good food and drinks.Overall, if you're looking for a fun and flavorful dining experience in South Loop Chicago, a Korean pocha restaurant is a great choice. With its vibrant atmosphere and delicious street food, it's sure to be a memorable meal.

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5. AO Hawaiian Hideout

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5.0

Exceptional(2)

Price: Moderate

• Hawaiian • South Loop

Booked 3 times today

Aloha!!! AO Hawaiian Hideout (est.2013) is a husband and wife team, serving ono grinds & boozy libations. We invite you to join us on a journey through the tropics...our little hidden gem, serving home-style comfort foods that will have you coming back for more. Sit back, relax and enjoy a Mai Tai, Pina Colada, Tiki-la Style Passionfruit Margarita or Lychee Martini in our home away from home. Come one or come all, as we are a short walk from Chicago's main attractions: McCormick Place, Wintrust Arena, Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Adler's Planetarium, Art Institute, Grant Park, Navy Pier & the Riverwalk. We offer dine-in, carry-out, delivery, catering and buffets for large party celebrations. Local favorites: Spam Musubi, Island Nachos, Lomi Lomi, Indonesian Seafood Noodle Soup, Poké Bowls, Hawaiian Pulehu Beef Short Ribs, Kalua Pig, Loco Moco, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Thai Panang Curry, Kung Pao, Mongolian, Thai Basil and much more. Mahalo nui and look forward to your future visit.

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6. Aurelio's Pizza South Loop

4.5

Awesome(25)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • South Loop

Booked 2 times today

Aurelio's Pizza was awarded, 2016 Chicago Tribune's "Top 25 Pizzas" for their thin crust cheese and sausage pizza.Aurelio’s is Chicagoland's first and the nation's fifth established pizza chain. With a history as rich and entrenched in the community as the pizza it’s famous for, the very first Aurelio’s restaurant opened on Ridge Road in Homewood, IL as the pride and joy of Joseph A. Aurelio, Jr. who decided to give it a go as a restaurateur at the age of 26. With its legendary "old oven" dating back to 1959 in its Homewood location, Aurelio’s was a pioneer in the concept of the Family Pizzeria in the United States and helped to launch pizza into the American lexicon. Since that time, Aurelio’s has become a favorite pizzeria franchise to 41 locations across six states, growing a strong fan base for the taste of Aurelio’s. Learn more at www.aureliospizza.com.

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7. Pizzeria Portofino

4.7

Exceptional(1480)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 88 times today

Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant located directly on the Chicago riverfront offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera.

8. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2265)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 94 times today

Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients. Follow @allavitachicago to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings.

9. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14835)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 124 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.

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10. Miru at The St. Regis Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(1211)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 70 times today

Miru, Japanese for "view" celebrates the flavors and cuisine of Japan. We invite you to join us for a collection of sharable dishes including tempura and crispy rice, a robust seafood and beef selection, as well as expertly crafted sushi, overlooking the Chicago River and Navy Pier.

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Phil
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had their Thanksgiving Buffet. Very reasonably priced. The buffet offered all of your traditional Thanksgiving foods(Turkey, Stuffing, Potatoes and Gravy) along with a very tasty salmon and very well prepared New York Strip. The service was excellant and we would return to try their regular menu
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Grant Park BistroPrice: Moderate• American• South Loop
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4.2
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Paul
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Met another family group of 4 on a busy Saturday evening period and whilst we had to wait for our table due to straggling diners (and in a busy front of house section), from there food and service was attentive and prompt. Our server in particular had a few busy tables on her plate never missed a beat with ours and seemed not with others too. Plenty of pizza options in Chicago and this is one of the classics i will revisit.
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Lou Malnati's - South LoopPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• South Loop
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4.5
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Melissa
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
Delicious food and great staff! Can’t wait to come back and karaoke next time.
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TAK Korean BistroPrice: Moderate• Korean• South Loop
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4.5
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Leilani
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
Had a great time, ordered a passionfruit drink and my hubby had the Mai Tai. Crab Rangoon was the best I’ve had, had a bit me if the spam musubi. Ordered way too much, but was happy to bring home leftovers. Everything was delicious.
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AO Hawaiian HideoutPrice: Moderate• Hawaiian• South Loop
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5
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Massimo
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 20, 2024
I have found the staff very friendly. The food was great. You could tell that the ingredients were fresh
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Burger Bar ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Burgers• South Loop
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4.5

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1. Lou Malnati's - South Loop

2. Grant Park Bistro

3. Burger Bar Chicago

4. TAK Korean Bistro

5. AO Hawaiian Hideout

6. Aurelio's Pizza South Loop

7. Pizzeria Portofino

8. Alla Vita

9. Girl & the Goat

10. Miru at The St. Regis Chicago

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