Best Restaurants for Foodies in Lower West Side

74 restaurants available nearby

1. Fioretta

4.6

Exceptional(811)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • West Loop

Booked 90 times today

Fioretta is reminiscent of a new-age Copacabana, celebrating old-world Italian cuisine with an opulent twist, a steady flow of impressive cocktails and wine, world-class live entertainment, and a glamorous vibe cast over the entire experience.Seamlessly blending steakhouse fare with elevated versions of old-world Italian cuisine with help from Italian-American Chef, Joe Rizza. The menu pays homage to the Italian immigrants who graciously first introduced Americans to southern Italian classics. Fioretta’s custom-built solid-fuel hearth and open kitchen allows Rizza and his culinary team to impart superb flavor, char and texture to each dish. The menu strives to strike the perfect balance between nostalgia and innovation.

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2. Mercadito - River North

4.5

Awesome(6261)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 86 times today

We are the city’s top Mexican restaurant for authentic modern cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal cocktails, located in the heart of River North. Our culinary team features popular Mexican dishes, including our signature tacos, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole, ceviche, esquites and more.Mercadito's lounge is nestled in the lower level of Mercadito. It offers a speakeasy-style experience with a chic and exclusive ambiance. The space features banquet-style booths and dim lighting that enhances the elegant wood furniture, creating an inviting and intimate atmosphere. Once inside, guests can enjoy the full Mercadito menu, with the same delectable cuisine and beverages that our restaurant is known for.

3. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14844)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 201 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.

4. Momotaro

4.6

Exceptional(3849)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 120 times today

Momotaro is a multi-level Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro has had the honor of being named Restaurant of the Year in both Chicago Magazine and Chicago Social. Under Kato’s leadership the restaurant has come to define the balance between traditional values and modern technique, blending the two in a science and art that has resulted in an authentic, innovative menu. The restaurant, designed by the world renowned AvroKO, also contains the subterranean Izakaya at Momotaro (a laid back, lively lower-level bar and restaurant reminiscent of the neon-lit haunts of trendy Tokyo neighborhoods) and an elegant second floor private space that overlooks the main dining room.

5. River Roast

4.5

Awesome(3302)

Price: Expensive

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 63 times today

Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house and gathering place. The menu features contemporary American tavern fare with dramatic presentations of whole roasted chicken, whole roasted fish and slow roasted beef; all carved table-side. The food is handcrafted, yet rustic, with many plates designed for sharing. The bar offers a large selection of local beer, craft cocktails, beer, and wine. With one of the best patios in Chicago, River Roast is a great place to enjoy dining outside on a hot summer afternoon or a crisp fall evening. River Roast Private Events offers six spaces, all with spectacular views, for parties from 10 to 1,000. Saturday and Sunday features our Brunch menu from 11:00AM-3PM. We are open Mon-Fri for lunch and daily for dinner.

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6. Bar Siena - West Loop

4.6

Exceptional(3261)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 67 times today

Perfectly Centralized In Chicago's West Loop 'Restaurant Row', The Two-Story, 8,000-Square-Foot Restaurant Is The Sibling Of DineAmic Hospitality'S River North Staple Eatery, Siena Tavern. Bar Siena Offers Diners The Perfect & Approachable Setting To Enjoy Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, And Weekend Brunch. The Menu Features An Expansive Italian Street Food And Pizza Bar Selection, All Served Within The Streets Of Fulton Market. Our Team Of Hospitality Professionals Are Thrilled And Dedicated To Host Your Next Dining Experience, Private Event Or Catering Function!

7. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5562)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 115 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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8. Le Colonial - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(7857)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 142 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere Perched on Oak Street in Chicago’s Gold Coast. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.

9. Bar Mar

4.6

Exceptional(937)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • River North (Chicago)

Booked 148 times today

Fresh oysters piled on mounds of sparkling ice. Ceviches that taste of the ocean. Chef José Andrés’ brilliant renditions of iconic seafood classics like fried calamari and lobster rolls. Located at the Bank of America Tower in Chicago, Bar Mar is a true celebration of the bounty of the sea, with modern takes on classics you know and love, festive cocktails, and a bright, beautiful space that interweaves the nautical with the elegant. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

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10. The Izakaya at Momotaro

4.7

Exceptional(827)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 62 times today

The Izakaya is located on the subterranean level of Momotaro. The Izakaya and its shared-plates pub-inspired menu echoes the Yokocho street scene of Tokyo. Narrow lounge-inspired ‘alleys’ around a central bar bedecked with hand-painted Japanese menus, moody neon lights, and vintage Tokyo street signs set the scene for the Izakaya’s direct nod to Tokyo’s most famous post-war black markets. Dark, energetic, and ripe with expectation, the Izakaya additionally offers a 30-seat bar featuring crafted cocktails, sakes, and a quality selection of Japanese whiskeys. Parties and programming are no strangers to the Izakaya, where a rotating selection of events, including Monday Night Karaoke, feel right at home in this lively lower-level atmosphere.

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Daniel
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Never disappoints! Girl and the Goat is always 5 stars!
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Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.8
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Andrewvip
Chicago / Illinois •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We enjoyed a great "birthday" lunch at Mercadito! The food and drinks were absolutely delicious—so flavorful and thoughtfully prepared. Every bite was a delight, and the creative cocktails complemented the meal perfectly. The staff was wonderful, attentive, and incredibly accommodating. They went out of their way to ensure everything was just right, making the experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend Mercadito to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience!
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Mercadito - River NorthPrice: Expensive• Mexican• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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Ethanvip
Wisconsin •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Obviously the sushi was amazing, but the most surprising dish was the mushroom skewers. Thanks to our waiter Phil for the rec!
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MomotaroPrice: Expensive• Japanese• West Loop
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4.6
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Stephanie
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had the most wonderful Thanksgiving dinner at Fioretta. The service and atmosphere were top notch. It was the first time my parents and I had ever been out for Thanksgiving dinner and we were so impressed. The staff was also incredibly kind and attentive. We really had a night to remember. Thank you, Jose and Fioretta!!
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FiorettaPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• West Loop
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4.6
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Paula
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
After watching Chicago's Thanksgiving Day parade, our family went for our Turkey feast on Thanksgiving Day at River Roast. The Thanksgiving buffet menu had all delicious choices from salads, veggies, stuffing, turkey and desserts. Service was impeccable (Witche was our waitress, and thank her for the great service). The restaurant and location and views of the Chicago River were spectacular. Our family left feeling we definitely made the right choice in choosing River Roast for our Thanksgiving meal. We are looking forward to going back to River Roast in the summer to try their regular menu and enjoy the outdoor terrace.
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River RoastPrice: Expensive• American• River North (Chicago)
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4.5

Best Restaurants for Foodies in Lower West Side

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74 restaurants available nearby

1. Fioretta

2. Mercadito - River North

3. Girl & the Goat

4. Momotaro

5. River Roast

6. Bar Siena - West Loop

7. Duck Duck Goat

8. Le Colonial - Chicago

9. Bar Mar

10. The Izakaya at Momotaro

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