Best Romantic Restaurants in Old Irving Park

369 restaurants available nearby

1. Mirra

4.7

Exceptional(85)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 33 times today

Mirra is centered around the excitement of exploring the South Asian and Mexican culinary and collaboration that is really an unknown story up north. A la carte service, wine-focused with a small curated cocktail menu. Our chef's counter will offer a casual prix fixe experience for guests to enjoy. Mirra is a space that is warm, cozy, and comforting, whilst simultaneously executing a bold and vibrant food and beverage program. Mirra is a unique representation of how 2 different cultures can be 1 presented to you by Rishi Kumar, Zubair Mohajir, and David Mor.

2. Mano a Mano

4.6

Exceptional(84)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 21 times today

Mano a Mano is a pasta and wine joint that celebrates classic preparations of traditional recipes. With a wine program focused on 100% Italian grapes that are comforting and familiar. The space is designed to create a cozy enriched environment with deep booths that you can tuck away, warm lighting and walnut paneling with retro lighting.Parking Tip: We offer MVP valet services Monday-Sunday! Sacramento, Kedzie Boulevard Pay to park parking lot along Linden Avenue Parking lot located behind Target Eat & Be Well!

3. Andros Taverna

4.7

Exceptional(185)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Logan Square

Booked 36 times today

Andros Taverna is a contemporary restaurant from Chef Doug Psaltis servingsophisticated Greek food cooked from the soul. Inspired by the cosmopolitan taverns ofGreece, Andros Taverna is a story of culinary heritage, purity of flavors, and warmhospitality in the heart of Logan Square!

4. Mott Street

4.7

Exceptional(1032)

Price: Expensive

• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 47 times today

Supremely Asian American. Eastern cooking technique. Taking inspiration from the night markets of Asia and his Korean-American childhood, Chef Edward Kim pairs eastern cooking techniques with Chicago ingredients to create umami-laden flavors, juxtaposing tastes and textures for a wildly exciting menu. A festive and lively dining scene is anchored by a well-lauded bar program and an open pantry, inviting our guests further into the kitchen experience. Like a nightly Asian Thanksgiving, expect Feast-Style dining, rolling up your sleeves, passing plates with your neighbors, getting sauce on your face - if you’re having a good time you’re doing it right.

5. Thattu

4.7

Exceptional(451)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Avondale

Booked 29 times today

Thattu is a charming spot with a mellow vibe, perfect for a romantic dinner. The ambiance is described as 'quiet and casual', allowing for easy conversation. The authentic Kerala cuisine, rich with aromatic spices, coconut and curry leaves, is a celebration of the bounty of the land and sea, making it an ideal setting for a romantic evening. Reviews rave about the excellent food and service, with one mentioning the 'laid back vibe'.

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6. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

4.5

Awesome(86)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 29 times today

PARKING AVAILABLE IN MOVIE THEATER PARKING LOT ACROSS THE STREET. Parking is 75 cents per hourNow offering daily a 3 Course pre-fixed EARLY BIRD menu for $39.00 from 4-6PM. This menu is also available for Takeout. We are also doing free delivery within a ONE mile radius of the restaurant. “Girasole” stands for sunflower in Italian. A flower that grows in abundance in fields all across 4 different provinces in northern Italy. A classic northern Italian trattoria with daily fresh ingredients & house made pasta dishes served w/ stellar service & exceptional wine & specialty drinks. Providing our guests the best in Italian cuisine we have to offer with a combination of 50 years of experience. We have 2 separate dining rooms for you to enjoy a wonderful family meal or for an impressive 1st date dinner before heading across the street to catch a movie at the theater! Our lovely & inviting space offers a full sidewalk cafe patio & a more private 2nd floor terrace patio.

7. Eden

4.8

Exceptional(1577)

Price: Expensive

• American • Avondale

Booked 29 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.

8. Khmai

4.8

Exceptional(104)

Price: Expensive

• Cambodian • North of Foster / Rogers Park

Booked 1 time today

Khmai Cambodian is a culinary journey that celebrates rich heritage and indomitable spirit of Cambodia. Named as an homage to Khmer, the native language, Mai means mother, which pays homage to Chef's mother. Our restaurant is a testament to the enduring bond between family and food.Khmai Cambodian is Inspired by the childhood experiences of our founder, Mona Sang, and her mother, Sarom Sieng, who survived the Cambodian genocide, our menu pays tribute to their unwavering resilience and passion for cooking. As a James Beard Semifinalist for Best New Restaurant in 2023, Khmai Cambodian has earned acclaim for its commitment to preserving and showcasing the culinary treasures of Cambodia.Also enjoy our new concept Kaun Khmai, where the spirit of Cambodia comes alive through bold flavors and vibrant experiences. Translating to "Children of Cambodia," our lively and casual atmosphere invites you to explore the innovative fusion of traditional Khmer street food with a generational twist.

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9. Farm Bar - Lakeview

4.7

Exceptional(184)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 41 times today

Farm Bar is a neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant with locations in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We serve approachable midwestern fair with local, organic ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Mineral Point Wisconsin. Stop by for dinner to indulge in our Classic Burger and famous Wisconsin Cheese Curds, or bring the whole family for lunch. Our mixologists behind the bar will happily shake up handcrafted cocktails or pour a glass of local wine to pair with brunch on the weekends. Join us for homestyle cooking, friendly faces and a table that feels like home. We limit our environmental footprint by using a digital menu linked to our tables with a QR code. We understand that some guests may require a paper menu, and one can be provided with a list of standards items upon request. In order to meet added costs from the city, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We understand that rising costs affect our guests too, so we will remove this fee upon request.

10. Buona Terra

4.8

Exceptional(272)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irving Park

Booked 9 times today

As one of the most beloved (and highest-rated) Italian restaurants in Chicago for over 22 years, the historic Buona Terra continues to serve scratch made pastas, brick oven pizza, fresh fish and seafood options as well as chops and steaks. The wine selection is meticulously chosen (and inspired by our yearly trips to Italy for the Vin Italy fair) to pair with our different plates made with the freshest ingredients. Chef Chepe sources fresh items from the market daily. He butchers our fish and meats daily, makes all of our sauces and soups in house and most of our deserts. You might note that you see familiar faces as our servers have been with us since we opened our doors.Whether you've been here a hundred times or tonight is the first visit, we think that you'll "Come for the food, leave as a friend".

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Andrewvip
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Loved the food combination. Sat at the counter and the team was very chill and attentive to the details. The flavors and spices (the spices!) stood out from each small plate. Doubled down on the tacos and margaritas because you only get so many opportunities to catch lighting in a bottle. Dope experience overall.
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MirraPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.7
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Jackvip
Chicago / Illinois •87 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was our first visit. The service was superb in all aspects. The food is inventive and well prepared. Not all dishes were fully successful but all displayed creativity. The deserts wrere wonderful. The ambience was very comfortable and inviting. All staff. were friendly and welcoming. A word of caution. The City of Chicago in their infinite wisdom has installed bike lanes on Milwaukee Ave. and effectively reduced street parking by 50 percent. There is valet parking next door and save yourself aggravation by using it.
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Mano a ManoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Logan Square
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4.6
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StephanieJvip
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Easy reservation and good amount of food and fast service
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Mott StreetPrice: Expensive• Central Asian• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.7
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Viktotiavip
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Absolutely outstanding! This restaurant has some of the best Mediterranean flavors I’ve ever experienced. The Lavraki was perfectly cooked—crispy on the outside, tender and flaky inside, with just the right touch of seasoning. The beet salad was a fresh and vibrant masterpiece, beautifully balanced with flavors and textures. The Tzatziki was creamy, tangy, and the perfect complement to the meal. And don’t even get me started on the baklava— frozen yogurt, crispy pastry sheets, honey with just the right amount of sweetness to end the meal on a high note. From start to finish, the food was impeccable, and the service was warm and attentive. Highly recommend!
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Andros TavernaPrice: Moderate• Greek• Logan Square
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4.7
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Enid
Wisconsin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Everything was full-flavored without being too spicy. Creative and beautiful plating, and all the flavors worked really well together. Generous portions and thoughtful service! If we didn't live a few hours away we'd be back weekly! Easy to find free parking nearby.
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ThattuPrice: Expensive• Indian• Avondale
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4.7

Best Romantic Restaurants in Old Irving Park

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369 restaurants available nearby

1. Mirra

2. Mano a Mano

3. Andros Taverna

4. Mott Street

5. Thattu

6. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

7. Eden

8. Khmai

9. Farm Bar - Lakeview

10. Buona Terra

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