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1. Everything Chicago

5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Town

Welcome to "Everything: Bar, Bagels, and Bootleg" in West Town! We've got a cool mix of great food, drinks, and vibes all in one spot. Grab a cocktail or a gourmet bagel on the main floor, then head downstairs to "Bootleg" for some banging tunes from our DJ. Chill out with your faves on the TVs and join us for weekly themed nights and events. We're all about good food, awesome drinks, and a laid-back nightlife experience.

2. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2585)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 199 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.

3. Gino & Marty's

4.2

Awesome(592)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 9 times today

A narrative-driven Chicago Italian restaurant that tells a prohibition-era story with a modern luxury twist. Located on Green & Randolph next door to Nobu Hotel at 844 W Randolph. Join us for our Espresso Martini Happy Hour from 4 - 6pm!

4. Gibsons Italia

4.8

Exceptional(3890)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 174 times today

Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

5. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5557)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 90 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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6. Tsukiji Sushi & Sake Bar

4.6

Exceptional(262)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • West Town

Booked 2 times today

Tsukiji is a family owned Latin Japanese restaurant. The owners Sam and Jessy are 100% involved in running the restaurant. Their goal is to serve you the best sushi in town and make you feel at home when you dine in at Tsukiji.A thorough process starts with the freshest seafood and the best ingredients. Our experienced chefs transform these ingredients into the best dishes with new and refreshing flavors and textures.Since we took over Tsukiji, we have introduced a number of fusion rolls where we combine Japanese and Latin flavors. Ask us for Lime Fusion, Spicy Fusion, Hamachi Fusion, Tuna Jalapeno and Guacamole Fusion. We also have Tropical, a delicious roll with fried plantains.We are also known for our authentic Japanese cuisine where we aim to serve the freshest fish. At Tsukiji you can enjoy dishes like Okonomiyaki (Traditional Japanese Seafood Pancake), Ikebukuro, Ramen and Udon.We invite you to visit us to experience our warm atmosphere and our unique art of cooking.

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7. SUSHI-SAN - Lincoln Park

4.8

Exceptional(174)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Lincoln Park

Booked 78 times today

Serving up the best sushi in Chicago and binchotan roasted meats using the freshest ingredients we can find, all with a side of old-school hip-hop and ice-cold beer.

8. Sepia

4.8

Exceptional(5337)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 36 times today

Seamlessly melding refined and rustic, vintage and contemporary, Sepia has the feel of an instant classic. The stylish space is warm and inviting, comfortable yet lively. The easy elegance of the room serves as the perfect backdrop for the inventive American cuisine. Chef Andrew Zimmerman's product-driven, seasonal menu showcases the purity and quality of the ingredients, letting both the ingredients and his passion for what he does shine through. Sepia celebrates tradition – with a modern twist.To book reservations of 10 or larger, please email info@sepiachicago.com!

9. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14834)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 161 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. Costera Cocina Tulum

4.6

Exceptional(890)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Loop

Booked 42 times today

Costera Cocina Tulum brings the vibrant flavors of Tulum's coastal and Mayan cuisine to life, blending land-and-sea principles with traditional Mexican dishes. Step into a lively yet serene atmosphere that captures the essence of Tulum's unique intersection of jungle, beach, and bohemian nightlife. Experience our day-to-night philosophy, where "the jungle has two attitudes," and enjoy a dining experience that transports you to this enchanting Mexican getaway.

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Stephen
Atlanta Metro •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our waiter was wonderful and personable and forthcoming, he was quick with Service for both drinks and bringing the meal and attentive, but not over-bearing. He was great at making food recommendations. We had a great time and highly recommend the restaurant !. The flourless chocolate cake was to die for.
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The GagePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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4.7
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Maureen
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
The cocktails were a bit too sweet for me. The food is solid. The service was great. Overall, it was a good experience.
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Bar Goa-ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Indian• River North (Chicago)
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4.2
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Morgan
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •11 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
This was a last minute reservation for a large party on a work trip. I had always wanted to go to an Eataly, so this worked out great that we could have dinner and explore the store. The food was pretty good, and best of all we could hear our conversation.
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Vino & - Eataly ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.2
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Meredithvip
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
The service started out strong, then petered out. Our meal, however, was quite good, and we would most likely return.
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Mia FrancescaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.6
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Franklin
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
Great spot for an authentic Italian meal. Chicken Marsala is the best and Isaac makes some espresso martinis to die for.
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Oggi Trattoria- Chicago AvePrice: Moderate• Italian• West Town
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4.6

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276 restaurants available nearby

1. Everything Chicago

2. Aba - Chicago

3. Gino & Marty's

4. Gibsons Italia

5. Duck Duck Goat

6. Tsukiji Sushi & Sake Bar

7. SUSHI-SAN - Lincoln Park

8. Sepia

9. Girl & the Goat

10. Costera Cocina Tulum

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