Best Historic Restaurants in Lincoln Square

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ChicagoNorth Suburbs

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Downtown / LoopEdison ParkEvanstonGold Coast / StreetervilleIrving ParkLincoln Park

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

44 restaurants available nearby

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1. Artango Bar & Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(1821)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lincoln Square

Booked 19 times today

Experience Buenos Aires’ Golden Age at Artango Bar and Steakhouse, where the rich cultural heritage of Argentina comes alive. Set amidst a tableau of Art Nouveau and Neo-classical architecture and décor are the exciting tastes, lively music and dancing of Argentina.An evening at Artango feels as if you’ve traveled to Buenos Aires, and guests have the opportunity to enjoy authentic imported Grass-Fed Argentinian steaks. Selection of 120 day wet-aged, grass-fed black angus beef cuts are grilled on an Argentinian parrilla at a slightly lower temperature and for a longer period of time – similar to the Patagonian method of barbecuing crafted by Buenos Aires-born celebrity chef, Francis Mallmann. Argentine cuts are lean, tender and full of flavor.Pair your meal with Prohibition-era cocktails and both classic and rare European and Argentine wines. Dining at Artango is a memorable journey to Argentina.

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2. DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field

4.4

Awesome(42)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Wrigleyville

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field!Adjacent to historic Wrigley Field, DraftKings Sportsbook is the premier destination for entertainment. Feel the energy as you follow the action on a custom-built 2,000-square-foot HD LED display, coupled with state-of-the-art 4-Zone Directional Sound. Enjoy views of every TV from one of more than 300 dedicated seats.American cuisine meets modern innovation. Enjoy artisan burgers, pizzas, wings, shareable favorites, and more. Your perfect dining experience takes place at DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field with a full bar, specialty cocktails and local beer selections.Celebrate together! Private booths and rooms can accommodate parties of all sizes. Whether you’re a group of 6 or 50, DraftKings Sportsbook is the perfect place for all occasions. Inquire today to start planning your perfect group experience. Contact us at dkreservations@levyrestaurants.com

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3. Swift & Sons Tavern and Oyster Bar - Wrigleyville

4.3

Awesome(944)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wrigleyville

Booked 25 times today

Swift Tavern, located just steps from Wrigley Field, is a welcoming neighborhood restaurant and bar where timeless flavors meet warm hospitality. Helmed by Chef Chris Pandel, this lively spot serves up crave-worthy dips and sharable plates, seasonal salads, steak sandwiches, and fresh oysters alongside expertly crafted cocktails and a curated beer selection. Whether you're a Cubs fan, a local, or just passing through, Swift Tavern offers a relaxed yet refined dining experience in the heart of one of Chicago’s most beloved communities.

4. North Pond

4.9

Exceptional(4816)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 24 times today

Inspired by the market, Chef César Murillo utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season. His tasting menu reflects the Arts & Crafts approach of the dining room - complex layers of subtle craft beneath a simple decorative style. We offer a four-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. The menu is not á la carte, however, it provides options for each of the courses. North Pond is open for dinner Thursday through Sunday beginning at 5:30pm. Sunday Brunch begins at 10:30am and is three-course prix fixe. We do not offer valet parking.Tables in the front room or patio, overlooking the pond, are seated first come, first serve. We do not hold tables. All tables for more than 4 people are seated in our main dining room. We accept reservations for a maximum of 8 people at one table.A cancellation charge of $25 per person is applied to all same day cancellations.

5. Buona Terra

4.7

Exceptional(298)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irving Park

Booked 6 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".Closed Super Bowl Sunday, February 9th.

6. Brickhouse Tavern

4.5

Awesome(9)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Wrigleyville

Booked 16 times today

Located next door to historic Wrigley Field at Gallagher Way, the Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern offers an elevated dining experience with four expansive bars, two outdoor terraces, and stunning views of Wrigley Field and the Chicago skyline.

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7. Broken English Taco Pub-Old Town

4.5

Awesome(350)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Old Town

Booked 21 times today

From the minds of long-time Chicago restaurateurs Adolfo Garcia, Carmen Rossi, and Phil Stefani, Broken English Taco Pub provides authentic Mexican tacos and a world-class selection of tequila and mezcal cocktails.We are located at 1400 N. Wells Street, in the heart of the historic Old Town Neighborhood of Downtown Chicago.

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8. Candlelite - Kingsbury

4.8

Exceptional(19)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Lincoln Park

Booked 3 times today

A historic northside pizzeria, now with a second location! Candlelite Lincoln Park is NOW OPEN featuring comfort bar food, delicious drinks, and of course our famous cracker-thin crust tavern pizza. Attached to the iO Theater, Candlelite Lincoln Park is great for weekend lunch plans, pre- or post-show snacks, or just a night out with friends and family. We are kid and large group friendly, and our kitchen is open late! Menu & More information:www.candlelitelincolnpark.comShow times & Tickets:www.ioimprov.com

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9. The Walnut Room - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(7792)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 26 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.

10. il Carciofo

4.5

Awesome(285)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 148 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.

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Elizabeth
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
What an incredible experience my husband, and I had at this restaurant. The atmosphere is very pleasant, incredible service, but the best thing without a doubt is the food with its spectacular flavors. Everything was very delicious, the drinks, the starters and the main.
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Artango Bar & SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Lincoln Square
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4.4
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Kimm
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
HH menu said $8 cocktails. I did not specify specific cocktails so we believed all cocktails were the HH price so we were surprised they were full price. If select cocktails are the HH price of $8 they need to state which ones on menu.
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Swift & Sons Tavern and Oyster Bar - WrigleyvillePrice: Moderate• American• Wrigleyville
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4.3
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Andrew
Iowa •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Great time with fantastic service. They called ahead to ask about any good allergies, which we had. It was also our anniversary dinner and they asked for our names and provided a personalized menu with our names on it with an extra plate and small desert personalized also.
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North PondPrice: Very Expensive• American• Lincoln Park
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4.9
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
We love going to Buona Terra! The food is wonderful and the service is so great! A great way to spend a birthday!
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Buona TerraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Irving Park
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4.7
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ClaireVIP
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
Great experience all around! Food, service and atmosphere all 10/10
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DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley FieldPrice: Expensive• American• Wrigleyville
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4.4

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