Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Near North

27 restaurants available nearby

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1. Olio e Più - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(977)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 82 times today

OLIO E PIÙ brings Italian tradition and true sense of Mediterranean liveliness to the vibrant neighborhood in Chicago.As an authentic trattoria, its cuisine is based on classic Italian dishes. As you dine at OLIO E PIÙ, you’ll be transported not just by the flavors of Italy but also by the authentic atmosphere that surrounds you. It’s a place where time slows down, and conversations flow freely, just as they do in a true Italian household. Here, the spirit of 1970s Italian elegance lives on, and every meal is a celebration of life, love, and the joy of shared moments, especially with the open kitchen concept.OLIO E PIÙ is more than just a restaurant; it’s a portal to a different time and place, where the essence of Italy’s rich culinary and cultural heritage is captured in every detail.

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2. Beatrix - Streeterville

4.7

Exceptional(3101)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 133 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.

3. Tanta

4.7

Exceptional(5069)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 59 times today

Tanta is dedicated to sharing the flavors and culture of Peru with Chicago, serving authentic Peruvian dishes and beverages in an approachable, fun and casual downtown setting. We provide service that is casual yet knowledgeable, genuine and attentive, utilizing locally sourced products and vendors that are sensitive to sustainable farming and fishing.Tanta has two Chef’s Tables that each seat up to 10 people. These tables are located in our main dining room in between our open kitchen and cebiche bar which allows you and your guests to experience our chefs creating Peruvian cuisine while you dine.The menu, created by Acurio and Tanta Chicago Chef Tito Rocha, takes diners on a voyage through Peru via its food. From the Pacific Ocean, through the Andes, to the desert, to the Amazon, Tanta celebrates the diverse landscape and ethnicities that make up Peru’s culture.

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4. Weber Grill - Chicago

4.5

Awesome(6915)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 83 times today

Come and enjoy over seventy years of grilling expertise in a comfy and friendly environment. Featuring cuisine cooked on authentic Weber charcoal grills as well as thoughtfully crafted salads, sandwiches and more. Weber Grill Restaurant has something for everyone, come dine with the brand you trust, Weber!

5. Harvest

3.7

Very Good(140)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Harvest Restaurant located at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile celebrates the integrity and simplicity of classic Midwestern fare, focused on locally-sourced farm-fresh seasonal ingredients and the practice of scratch cooking techniques by a kitchen staff that shares a passionate pursuit of excellence. Harvest’s menus draw on chef-crafted selections prepared with in-season, local ingredients. Harvest’s commitment to Midwestern American scratch food is complemented by surroundings that draw from a modern urban feel with a hint of nature, giving every diner a reason to linger, enjoy the company they’re with, and celebrate nature’s culinary bounty.

6. Rose Mary

4.8

Exceptional(3304)

Price: Expensive

• Croatian • West Loop

Booked 160 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.

7. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14908)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 166 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.

8. Fioretta

4.7

Exceptional(852)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • West Loop

Booked 95 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.

9. Leña Brava

4.8

Exceptional(997)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • West Loop

Booked 32 times today

Located in Chicago's West Loop, Leña Brava is a culinary gem celebrating the dynamic flavors of Baja California Norte. Our kitchen, devoted to the art of live-fire cooking, breathes life into dishes that embody the essence of Mexican culinary traditions and the diverse tastes of Baja. Influenced by a fusion of Mexican, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines, our menu transcends conventional boundaries, offering an array of vibrant ceviche, tantalizing agua chiles, succulent flame-kissed Pacifico seabass, and hearty steaks.Under the skilled guidance of Chef Brian Enyart, with over two decades of innovation in Mexican cuisine, we showcase seasonal ingredients, capturing the essence of Mexico and Baja Norte's culinary landscape. Complemented by our open-plan kitchen and curated beverage program, spotlighting an immense mezcal collection and an array of Baja, New and Old World wines, Leña Brava invites guests on a culinary journey, where Mexican tradition harmonizes with innovation.

10. Cabra - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(3048)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • West Loop

Booked 83 times today

Perched atop the Hoxton Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Fulton Market, Cabra Chicago is a lively rooftop escape, inspired by the bold and vibrant flavors of Peruvian cuisine. Led by James Beard Award and Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard, alongside longtime partners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group, Cabra serves up crave-worthy dishes in a colorful and energetic setting. The restaurant’s airy, plant-filled ambiance, paired with its open kitchen and sweeping city views, creates a dynamic dining experience. Guests can savor a variety of shareable plates, from ceviches to savory meats, all bursting with the rich, fresh flavors of Peru.

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Molly
Chicago / Illinois •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We came to the restaurant today for Christmas Dinner. My son has Autism and he freaked out because he doesn't like candles and we forgot to check for them beforehand. He ran out at top speed (after he wrangled out of his shirt) and my husband got to him in the vestibule. The manager, nice looking man with glasses, came out immediately to see how he could help. We chatted and came up with a plan and he was so kind and helpful. We got my son back into the restaurant and thanks to him, we were able to enjoy a Christmas dinner. The manager continued to check on us throughout the meal and even said it "made his night" to see us having dinner. I hope he knew it made our night too and we are forever thankful to him for having compassion for our situation and making the best of it. Our waiter was awesome and very attentive. My husband loved the ribs, my filet was a little tough, but still enjoyable. The large kids menu is amazing. Thank you to our Christmas Day angel at Weber Grill!!
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Weber Grill - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• American• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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Dost
Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service and food. Loved the burrata appetizer, the chicken empanada and the Ny strip steak. Would definitely return.
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TantaPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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Jane
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We were dining for lunch on Christmas Eve before going to the matinee performance of the Nutcracker. Our waiter Anthony was attentive and provided great service. We had a time limit and he made sure everything happened in time. The food was delicious. Great restaurant
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Olio e Più - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.6
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Tony
Berlin •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service and a great place. We all really enjoyed it.
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Beatrix - StreetervillePrice: Moderate• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.7
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RickC
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2019
Great farm to table menu. Friendly wait staff. Reasonable prices.
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HarvestPrice: Moderate• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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3.7

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. Olio e Più - Chicago

2. Beatrix - Streeterville

3. Tanta

4. Weber Grill - Chicago

5. Harvest

6. Rose Mary

7. Girl & the Goat

8. Fioretta

9. Leña Brava

10. Cabra - Chicago

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