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Best Restaurants for Birthdays in River West

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4.5
Awesome(1463)
Price: Expensive
• American • West Loop
Booked 8 times today
Located in Chicago’s West Loop, Recess (838 W. Kinzie St.) offers a vibrant, playful, escape to the daily grind. Home of Chicago’s largest patio, Recess encourages guests to adult…like a kid, while serving up delicious American food and drink. The Recess menu taps into the cravings of everyday life, offering casually elevated dishes with playful Chicago swagger, while our beverage program takes a bright, ingredient-driven approach with cocktails both classic and original. In addition to the energetic adult playground vibes and menu offerings, Recess also offers a nostalgic array of indoor and outdoor activities including giant Jenga and Connect 4, all of your favorite board games.Recess is a 21+ establishment.
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4.7
Exceptional(139)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Town
Booked 33 times today
Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight. Parties of 7 or more must contact Reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee.
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4.6
Exceptional(795)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • West Loop
Booked 78 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.
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4.8
Exceptional(3872)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 156 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(1802)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)
Booked 55 times today
With a secret alleyway entrance, Three Dots and a Dash is a speakeasy-style take on the traditional island bar—ready to transport you to the glamorous bygone eras of Trader Vic, Stephen Crane and Don the Beachcomber. Descend underground to discover a subterranean hideaway featuring a rum-soaked menu of more than two dozen classic, modern and original tropical cocktails and a selection of island fare. We are a 21+ venue.
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4.8
Exceptional(2255)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • West Loop
Booked 143 times today
Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients. Follow @allavitachicago to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings.
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4.6
Exceptional(884)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • West Loop
Booked 56 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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4.6
Exceptional(162)
Price: Expensive
• French American • West Loop
Booked 58 times today
Bar La Rue celebrates French-American cuisine with an inventive cocktail program in the heart of Fulton Market. The stylish space boasts a beautiful all-season, street-side, walk-in-friendly pergola bar and dining area, perfect for a cozy patio experience. The menu incorporates French plays on approachable American comfort foods, offering an inviting setting for lunch, brunch, or dinner. Whether you're enjoying cocktails at the bar, celebrating birthdays, or planning a romantic date, Bar La Rue provides a Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere perfect for any occasion.
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4.5
Awesome(10910)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 164 times today
Quartino Ristorante is a lively, authentic Italian restaurant and wine bar in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Our menu features Italy's regional specialties including artisanal salumi, Neapolitan thin-crust pizza, house-made pasta, and seasonal dishes. Menu items, served in moderate portions and meant to be shared, are perfect for adventurous diners ready for a unique experience.
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4.6
Exceptional(1579)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • River North (Chicago)
Booked 86 times today
Introducing RPM Seafood, a dramatic multi-level restaurant overlooking the iconic Chicago River featuring the truest expression of the world’s best fish and seafood.The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Italian, it marks the third collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

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Discover best birthdays restaurants in River West

Celebrate your next birthday in style with Chicago’s River West dining scene offering a wonderful array of restaurants perfect for special occasions. Each venue brings its own unique charm, ensuring you can find the right ambiance to suit your celebration mood. From intimate spaces that offer privacy for smaller gatherings to vibrant, bustling environments that capture the energy of the city, River West caters to all birthday wishes. These restaurants are highly praised for their exceptional service, with staff going out of their way to make birthday guests feel particularly special, often including personalized touches like a celebratory dessert. Moreover, many establishments in this area are flexible with party arrangements, some even allowing you to bring your own birthday cake with a minimal service charge. With a focus on culinary excellence, each dining spot in River West promises a memorable meal, ranging from gourmet local flavors to international cuisine, making your birthday celebration not just a meal, but an experience. Whether you’re a local or visiting, River is the go-to destination for anyone looking to add a little extra sparkle to their birthday festivities.

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