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1. The Walnut Room - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(7586)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 215 times today
For Large Parties 21 or more: please contact us at http://macysrestaurants.com/contact-us/ For Holiday Questions and Menu: http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/holiday2024/The world famous Walnut Room has been a Chicago tradition since 1907. Located on the 7th floor of Macy's on State Street, the Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theater district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show. Enjoy our Famous Mrs. Herring's Chicken Pot Pie and other well known favorites on the menu.
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2. The Gage
4.7
Exceptional(12029)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 168 times today
The Gage has become a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike for over ten years by effortlessly blending European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list all in a lively, convivial setting. Known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene, The Gage continues to evolve by serving well-rounded food and beverage menus that feature classic dishes and drinks with contemporary twists rooted in tradition.
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3. Broken English Taco Pub - Lake Street
4.6
Exceptional(674)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Downtown / Loop
Booked 19 times today
From the minds of Adolfo Garcia (Son of a Butcher, Pearl Tavern) and long-time restaurateur, Phil Stefani, comes Broken English Taco Pub. Located on the corner of Michigan Avenue and Lake Street, Broken English is steps away from Millennium Park, and in the center of the new vibrant hotel and residential area. On the name, Garcia says, “I speak English with my friends, and I often find myself mixing in Spanish words because there are some phrases that simply don’t translate to English. This happens in many other languages and cultures, but that is what makes the name ‘Broken English’ fun – it is part of our daily slang.”
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4. The Berghoff Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2541)
Price: Moderate
• German • Downtown / Loop
Booked 66 times today
---The Berghoff Restaurant is a Chicago landmark, serving German-style cuisine and culture since 1898. One of the oldest family-run businesses in the nation, now run by the fourth generation, Pete Berghoff. Today's Berghoff menus have evolved to add newer, lighter, and more contemporary dishes, but it's still the same old Berghoff, down to the famous root beer. In December 2018, the Berghoff family opened Adams Street Brewery, aptly named after the street they have called home for over a century, to nod to their brewing roots and commemorate the restaurant's 120th anniversary.
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5. PERILLA steakhouse - Riverwalk
4.6
Exceptional(149)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Downtown / Loop
Booked 40 times today
A modern interpretation of the classic Chicago steakhouse inspired by traditional Korean flavors. The MICHELIN-recognized PERILLA brand pays homage to the city’s iconic steakhouse roots while introducing a new iteration of the classic dining concept. Designed to be an energetic and explorative dining experience, the restaurant features custom grill tables and a one of a kind tasting menu featured on the Chef Counter.
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6. Chateau Carbide
3.7
Very Good(214)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to Château Carbide, our botanical-driven, absinthe-inspired cocktail bar, featuring seasonal light bites from Pendry Chefs. Perched on the rooftop of Pendry Chicago, this indoor-outdoor al fresco destination evokes the airy, effortless allure of the French countryside with a sun-drenched garden setting overlooking the city.Please note the following policies:**Chateau Carbide is a 21+ establishment**Light Bite service is available until 10:00 PM**Outdoor tables are subject to availability, and a reservation does not constitute an outdoor table. We do our best to accommodate all guest seating requests. **Reservations are encouraged but not required, subject to availability.
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7. Miss Ricky's Trattoria
4.6
Exceptional(816)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown / Loop
Booked 28 times today
Tucked away in a beautiful historic building located at 203 N. Wabash sits the ever-evolving and delectable Miss Ricky's. Serving up brunch and dinner seven days a week featuring some of Chicago's best fresh and from scratch Italian dishes by Executive Chef Mike Alaridi. Whether you're dining solo or with a large group, Miss Ricky's can accommodate your desired experience. To book a table visit www.missrickys.com *For private dining options e-mail Tricia.moore@virginhotels.com
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8. Bandol
4.1
Excellent(262)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 9 times today
Bandol blends French and Mediterranean classics with modern seafood, a raw bar, and American influences, inspired by the coastal town of Bandol. Its light-filled, art-deco space is ideal for everything from a morning espresso and pastry to a business lunch, memorable dinner, or late-night digestif. Parisian-style outdoor seating offers a relaxing escape in the heart of the city. Bandol serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and weekend brunch.The upscale to-go coffee bar and bakery counter offers Lavazza coffee, grab-and-go breakfast items, and house-made pastries, perfect for a quick pick-me-up.Parking validation is available for guests parked at 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, enjoy free parking with a $25 meal purchase. Bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.
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9. Atwood
4.2
Awesome(4562)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 23 times today
Atwood proudly offers alluring libations and a wildly guest-pleasing menu filled with your favorite all-day American cuisine courtesy of Executive Chef, David Fingerman. Whether for happy hour cocktails, a theater dinner, or the date of a lifetime, Atwood is Chicago’s premier spot to mix, mingle and delight in the joys of food and drink.Atwood’s soaring dining room is strikingly modern with white marble surfaces, glossy subway-tiled walls, and massive windows ideal for watching the State Street shoppers stroll by.
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10. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago (Wacker Dr.)
4.4
Awesome(4373)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown / Loop
Booked 38 times today
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago is a hit with its fresh and seasonal seafood, including Wild Isles Salmon from the Shetland Islands and Hawaiian Seafood from Honolulu. The ambiance is praised as warm and welcoming, with excellent service. The restaurant is also popular for its signature oysters and steaks. It's a great spot for special occasions, date night, and business functions.

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  • donald
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    First time for my sons(15 and 9)! They enjoyed immensely! My wife, our friend and myself had a great time. It’s a tradition to meet up the top of the year and have brunch. I had the pot roast and it was NOT HOT! We had fried at the table a could have times and they were cold too. My 9 year old didn’t care for the pot pie because he thought it was crust on the top and bottom. It was only crust on top. They did replace with chicken tenders for him. Wife and son had burgers. They say they were pretty good. Missing lettuce and tomatoes. Our friend had a chicken Caesar and the chicken was very dry and old looking. He ate it but didn’t enjoy. Our service was great (Stephanie) but was really busy. It was a busy day. But she did her best and was very nice.
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    The Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop
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    4.6
  • Kathleen
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I gave the food 4 stars, but that applies to the Rueben sandwiches. Three stars for my entree, the Schlachteplatte - Sauerkraut, smoked pork chop, chopped Bratwurst, Thuringer & Knockwurst with fingerling potatoes. Sounds like a lot of food, so split it with another person. The dinner plate was small. Piled with sauerkraut, but only 2 slices each of the sausages & the pork chop was the thickness of a slice of ham. Could not be thinner. And for $25, it wasn’t worth it. We also ordered a side of potato pancakes that tasted like hash browns. Our waiter was great! The Christmas decorations were beautiful and the ambiance was very cozy. Maybe other entrees are good, but if I go again, I’ll stick to one of the sandwiches.
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    The Berghoff RestaurantPrice: Moderate• German• Downtown / Loop
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    4.6
  • MattVIP
    Indiana •29 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    First time visiting and we were impressed. The guac and tacos were great, as was the service. Was not very crowded for lunch but I suspect very popular for dinner
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    Broken English Taco Pub - Lake StreetPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Downtown / Loop
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    4.6
  • RebeccaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 26, 2024
    My very favorite restaurant in the city! They have consistently high-quality, wonderful dishes and rotate the menu so there’s always something new. They are great to us and our kids with special needs and dietary restrictions and we’re always great when they were babies as well. I’ve been coming for years and always bring out of town guests here. Get the scotch egg, drinks are great, the latest past I got was amazing and if you’re lucky to come for brunch, try the pastries!!! They are out of this world!
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    The GagePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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    4.7
  • HyeVIP
    Houston •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 24, 2024
    The quality of the meat is outstanding, but the food overall is delicious! Everything we ate was amazing. We had the wagyu set, soybean soup, dumplings, tteokboki, steak tartare, raw oysters, monkey bread, and banana sesame. Homemade kimchi!!! All delicious and the service was phenomenal. Thomas, Kellen, Eric, and Alexis were all attentive and made everything perfect. Will be back every time we visit Chicago from Ohio. Could not have been happier with the experience.
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    PERILLA steakhouse - RiverwalkPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Downtown / Loop
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    4.6

Discover best fun restaurants in Downtown / Loop

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Downtown / Loop, Chicago, where a variety of restaurants offer an exciting and fun atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a lively spot with a festive decor or a cozy place with a comfortable ambiance, the area is teeming with options that promise a delightful dining experience. These establishments are celebrated for their exceptional service, high-quality food, and welcoming environments. From fresh seafood to classic Chicago fare and festive Irish pubs, each restaurant brings its own unique flair to the table, ensuring an enjoyable meal out. The dining scene here is versatile, catering to both casual outings and special celebrations, making it a prime destination for food lovers. Indulge in a culinary adventure where the food is as enjoyable as the atmosphere, and experience firsthand why these restaurants are a hit for anyone looking for a fun time in Chicago.

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