Restaurants in Chicago
Best Restaurants
“Dietary restrictions: They can do kosher meals or halal meals, as well as any dietary restrictions.
Kid-friendliness: It’s alright.
Wheelchair accessibility: The event spaces don’t offer a lot of accessibility, due to the tightly spaced tables.”
“Entirely vegan restaurant in Wicker Park, Chicago. The food was so good we forgot to take pictures. We went for brunch. We split half of the stuffed French toast which was like an organsmic experience. We split the churro waffle that was light and fluffy like no vegan waffle I’ve ever had. We each had a cappuccino that was rich and amazing. This is the vegan brunch place that I’ve been missing.”
“Alla Vita is an exceptional restaurant for several reasons. First, their menu offers a delicious variety of authentic Italian dishes, prepared with fresh and high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is warm and elegant, perfect for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends. Additionally, the service is impeccable, with a friendly and attentive staff that ensures every diner has a memorable experience. The combination of exquisite flavors, charming ambiance, and excellent service makes Alla Vita an outstanding choice for any occasion.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Recommended Restaurants
“Wonderful restaurant. Food was excellent very close to what I had in Rome. Staff very friendly and made our dining very enjoyable! Go here!!”
“wagyu was such a fun experience! we went for our annual girls trip and Simon took such great care of us. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Restaurants with Delivery
“A Culinary Journey at One Michelin Star Fine Dining Experience
I had the privilege of taking my culinary guru—my mom—to experience a One Michelin Star fine dining tasting menu. Here’s a breakdown of our experience:
Dokhla Aero
This dish was a pleasant surprise! I never imagined Dokhla could be made with white chocolate, but it worked beautifully. The white chocolate melted in my mouth, perfectly balanced by the spicy chutney on top. It was a unique and delightful start to the meal.
Pani Puri
While the tart/puri was a bit hard, which affected the overall experience, the flavor was still good. The real highlight was the pani inside the bubble—it was an innovative twist on this classic street food, and the burst of flavor was quite enjoyable.
Mushroom Éclair
The mushroom flavor here was subtle yet delicious. The éclair itself was soft and melted in my mouth. It was a delicate balance of texture and taste, with the mild mushroom essence coming through beautifully.
Yogurt Chaat
This dish impressed us both. The base layer of yogurt pannacotta was creamy and rich, while the crispy potato chip provided the perfect crunch. Overall, it was a refined version of a familiar chaat, with excellent balance and flavor.
Scallop Xec Xec
The scallop was perfectly cooked—soft, fresh, and tender. The accompanying sauce was well-balanced, and the caviar added a nice touch. Overall, a delightful dish, although the caviar didn’t stand out as much as I would have hoped.
Lobster Moilee
The curry mousse was flavorful, and the lobster was cooked to perfection. However, the shrimp head thecha didn’t quite come through as strongly as expected, which left the dish a bit less complex than anticipated. Still, the overall taste was good.
Chicken Katli
This dish featured three layers of chicken, which were well-cooked and flavorful. The accompanying sauce was tasty, and the chili kulcha was mild, making for a nice balance. While it was interesting
Lamb Nihari
This was the one dish that didn’t quite live up to expectations. The lamb was cooked well, but the nihari sauce was rather bland, and the overall seasoning felt lacking. The ribs roll, with its ginger topping, was decent, but the potato and green pea puree didn’t complement the dish well. Overall, this dish felt out of place in an otherwise strong tasting menu.
Dal Makhani
A classic, and done very well here. The dal was rich and flavorful, especially when paired with garlic naan. A comforting, satisfying dish.
Mishti Doi
Visually appealing, but it didn’t quite deliver on taste. It had the texture of a cracker dipped in jaggery syrup, and unfortunately, the mishti doi flavor was lost in the mix.
Tamarind Ganache
This was an exciting flavor combination—sour tamarind with rich chocolate. It was an unusual, sour take on ganache, and while interesting, it might not be for everyone.
Guava Jelly
A refreshing and delightful note to end the meal on. Sweet, tangy, and the perfect palate cleanser.
Service
The service was overall pleasant. The staff was attentive, and they made sure to note any allergies. However, I felt the servers could have explained the dishes in more detail, and the pacing was a bit rushed. It didn’t detract from the experience, but a little more explanation and a slower pace would have enhanced the overall atmosphere.
Final Thoughts
Overall, this was a wonderful experience. Despite a few missteps with certain dishes, both my mom and I thoroughly enjoyed the meal. The restaurant offers a unique take on Indian cuisine, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to experience Indian food in a new, elevated way.”
Online Reservation Available
“Absolute amazing experience. We did the tour which cost us 15usd per person and included tasting 3 different beers, already an amazing deal for the money you pay. Chris, our tour guide was very funny and easy to get along with. He deserves a raise for sure, shout out to him. I highly recommend doing the tour if you are visiting Chicago or are a local and trying out the tap room as well!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Lugar acogedor, el pulpo exquisito. Procuren ir a la hora de la apertura (4 p.m. ) a esa hora es menos concurrido lo que permite que la atención sea aún más espectacular.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Esme is truly an experience to have. We did the menu and the wine pairing and it was amazing. From the presentation to the food was unbelievable and will definitely do it again as it changes quarterly”
“This place is impeccable. The food is amazing and the service is wonderful. Dessert blew my mind. So inventive and fun! Highly recommend.”
“my best friend and I just had the BEST experience at the whale! Our waitress taylor was incredible and the manager (so sorry but we never got his name because he was just being so nice to us) was incredible as well. We will definitely return with friends and recommend anyone to try it out! classy, but not snobby, cool decor, warm kind and accommodating staff, and great food and cocktails are just the cherry on top! try the carrot cake after your meal :) Thank you again to taylor and the manager again <3”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Very good. Our service was excellent we had Maidi as a waitress excellent and the bus boys were efficient and helpful Eating there is an enjoyable time.”
“I am late writing my review but I had to write it !! I visited provare chicago On july 8th !! From start to finish this restaurant gets 5 starts . The decor was nice and set a perfect atmosphere for a great night . We were greeted immediately upon arrival and seated within 5 minutes of being there . Once seated the wait staff began their introduction's on drinks and popular menu item's. After my party ordered drinks and appetizers a gentleman came over (not sure if he was the manager) and introduce himself and made sure we were having a great experience. Appetizers were amazing!! We couldn't wait for dinner!! Our entrées we just as good if not better ! Everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection! When we didn't think the night could get even better the entire wait staff and the gentleman that came over before stopped and recognized my friend for her birthday and brought over a birthday surprise!! I live 307 miles and this place was definitely worth the drive !!!”
Fine Dining
“I love this American restaurant, the food is delicious, satisfying and enjoyable. I especially love the burgers and fries, they are freshly made and very authentic. In addition, the environment here is also very comfortable and spacious, which makes people feel very relaxed and happy. The waiters are also very friendly and welcoming, they always greet guests with a smile and provide many useful tips and recommendations. All in all, this is a very good American restaurant and I will come here often to enjoy the food and time.”
Cheap Eats
“Great food, amazing ambiance and incredible staff. One of the nicest Chicago steakhouses I’ve been to. Highly recommend.”
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“Excellent food, superb wait staff, excellent atmosphere! We had an absolutely fabulous dining experience!!”
“soy de puerto rico es la primera vez que los visito y fue la mejor experiencia gastronómica de todo mi viaje en este espectacular restaurante, El gerente MIGUEL excelenteeeee el mejorrrrrr gerente, servicio de excelencia 100%, el trato fue increible ademas de Luis que fue sin duda alguna mas que excelente tambien. En fin todos muy amables y la comida omg ! divina !!!!!!!”
“Wonderful meal while on our van Galder day trip to a concert. Wonderful service, food and atmosphere. They even packaged up a tiramisu for our bus driver!”
“Intimate place with great food and service. Chicken parmesan and rigatoni were delicious. If I lived closer, I certainly would be a regular.”
“Cozy enviroment that realy welcomes the client! Besides the amazing food, has a good service and pretty decoration! A highlight is the "plastic bubbles" for the outside service!”
“I had an amazing dinner tonight!! The food was tasty, and the atmosphere was superb! Great service as well. Get the duck! 🙌”
“We had a wonderful tonight at Alhambra palace. Ahoo "the beautiful performer" was wonderful. Such a fun night. Dj "Vic" was awesome,we danced for hours, he is apparently also there on
Fridays. And the assistant manager "Amin" took such good care of us. Everyone was so nice. I made sure to ask their names for this review. We will be back for sure”
“Amazing food here! Sticky bun with cream cheese frosting? And cheese curds fried on duck fat?!? Hell yes!”
“I moved to Chicago from the PNW so I had lots of food from Portland and Seattle. This is the first place I’ve been to in Chicago that occupies time in my mind. Incredibly delicious food! I’m not much of a sushi person either but this place has convinced me to try everything on their menu. It’s pricey but completely worth it. Go on a Monday for $9 Maki Rolls (Maki Monday) and try 3-4 of them (between 2 people) if you don’t want to spend a lot of money.”
“Jacob was an amazing server. We loved the food (Thai shrimp and charcuterie) and drinks (Autumnal Shift and Karma Chameleon) We will definitely return for another Karma Chameleon.”
“Each time I come to Obelix I am so surprised. Via it's James' (wonderfully friendly, knowledgeable bartender) or Jamie (friendly, made great pairing recommendations) both have made each experience better than the last. I'll forever mourn the loss of the omelet, but highly recommend this spot for anyone passionate about wine or missing france.”
“Loved the vibes. Great eats and staff. Drove three hours to come. Been waiting a long time. Was not disappointed”
“Thank you Fernando and Ismael at 5 rabanitos!! Great food, great drinks and great service. Can’t wait to go back!”
“Highly recommended for first dates, or just going with a group of friends. Been here twice, and everyone there is super friendly, definitely a place to have a lot of laughs and make great memories. 10/10 🙌🏼”
“Maine Lobster dumpling and Tuna Lumpia is a must try.
Mediterranean Sea bass melts in your mouth.
Surprisingly fried chicken was good too
End it with a banana budino?”
“Overall it was a great experience. We did the tableside Omasake and it was tasty. The Japanese Whiskey selection was great and service was amazing. Highly recommend.”
“Absolutely Perfect Night at Oliver's
Everything about our experience at Oliver's was amazing and absolutely worth it. Here’s what stood out:
Drinks: The Oliver’s Martini is an absolute must-try – and trust me, upgrading to the caviar olives is a game changer. The Espresso Martini was another standout, and the Old Fashioned was perfectly crafted.
Food: Every bite was a delight. The bread and crispy artichokes were the perfect start. For mains, the scallops and burger were nothing short of top tier – flavorful, perfectly cooked, and absolutely satisfying.
Dessert: We couldn’t resist diving into two options – the Key Lime Cheesecake and the Salted Caramel. Both were exceptional, and we’re already looking forward to trying more on our next visit.
In summary, Oliver’s delivered on every level – incredible drinks, standout dishes, and desserts that leave you wanting more. We can’t wait to return!”
“Nice and comfortable ambiance & decor. Great food, tradition Isan cuisine, perfect seasoning, delicious and not like any other Thai restaurant in the City!!! The service is very friendly and attentive. Prices are reasonable! Definitely going back!!!!”
“I'm from Iowa, took a little weekend trip to Chicago. A friend told us we HAD to try Lula's. SO thankful we did. I will be traveling back to Chicago just to take my mom here. Outstanding service from every single employee, incredible food, and just overall 10/10. Absolutely recommend.”
“Rudy the owner is so cool and Matthew our server was awesome!!! The food was AMAZING!! Strongly recommend the sweet pork bun, flavor blast. I had the spicy miso soup and it was super delicious and flavorful!!! 10/10”
“The best birria I have ever eaten in my entire life. I've just been there for the first time and it's simply incredible. From the first place, I was involved in something difficult to explain, so many years passing and never having given them a chance or knowing the goodness of their food.”
“We went last night for the first time… Great menu options, food was delicious, portions were perfect, staff was really nice. I had the Grilled Salmon, he had the Braised Pork Shoulder…definitely recommend both.”
“Outstanding! Highly recommended Knowledgeable, friendly staff and incredible experience”
“I really enjoyed it. It’s also placed well in the city, right between the main train station and United Center. The meal was served in a timely manner and it also tasted well. I have a sweet tooth, but the cookie is for 2 people actually. The price was also appropriate for the quality.”
“Amazing customer service and absolutely delicious food! Every time I go, I'm impressed by the variety of dishes and the exceptional service. The service has been unmatched, making every visit a truly memorable experience.”
“Went with my daughter and her bestie for brunch.. cute place, my food was really good(avocado toast) and they enjoyed their food and the endless mimosas.. friendly staff,relaxed atmosphere , overall pleasant experience for us😊”
“Me and a friend stopped here before a concert at the Radius, and this will be the official pregame for anytime I have a concert there. Great food, excellent drink selections, friendly staff...highly recommend!”
“All the entrees were well seasoned and not with salt. They would very flavorful and pleasing to the eye.The owner and staff were great! For the price, this is a hidden gem and the mint tea is a must post dining. Highly recommend!”
“Beautiful food and wine. Great atmosphere. Staff that were attentive without being overbearing. Michelin stars. And a 5m walk from the apartment. This could become an expensive habit!”
“This place is the coolest bar I have been to in a long time, hip and fun but not pretentious. They paid attention to every detail when building and designing. The white marbel bar has clean lines and looks fresh. All of the hardware finishes look sharp and clean. The patio is large and inviting with a fire place and plenty of tables to sit at. The drink menu is creative and refreshing and the staff is kind and welcoming. I cannot say enough good things about this gem of a bar. I am excited to hang out this fall on the patio by the fireplace with good drink in My hand.”
“Don’t be intimidated by the stool seatings! :-) my friend and I ordered a gyoza as an appetizer, which was so fresh and tender and overall delicious! Grilled Mackerel ramen is something you should try!!!! Amazing Japanese style ramen.”
“As RH furniture owners and lovers, we couldn’t wait to try the restaurant in their gallery. We did not have a reservation and got seated within 15 minutes. However, I would recommend a reservation in the future, even for lunch on a weekday, as it was really busy. The decor and ambience were beautiful. We got the lobster roll, chicken sandwich, and fries for food. The lobster roll was absolutely amazing - the lobster was cooked perfectly and not chewy whatsoever. I also appreciated that it was not drenched in mayo. The fries were crispy and seasoned well. My husband liked his sandwich. Our only complaint would be how slow the service was, which doesn’t seem to be the norm in Chicago.”
“On the evening of July 5 my wife and I tried Avaspi on Belmont Avenue in Lakeview for the first time. It will not be the last! I love lamb and am quite particular as to how is it prepared. The “lamb delight” menu item was the best lamb I have ever had in a restaurant: tender, succulent, and prepared to perfection. The side salad accompanying it was not your ordinary side salad! My wife and I both enjoyed the Mixed Meze appetizer plate. Each of the five items was quite good but the muhammara was to die for. We ended our meal with tea, baklava and kubralice. The décor and ambience were refreshing and relaxing, and the service was outstanding. The pricing was very reasonable. Please give it a try. We do not think you will be disappointed.”
“10/10 experience with Eddie! Had a birthday event for some friends and he was super helpful and accommodating! Definitely would recommend this place! Can’t wait to come back!”
“Overall I had an amazing experience. The service was good and the waitress was very kind. The food tasted very fresh and authentic!”
“I had an engagement party for my Son and his fiancée. It was in the lawn next to our building on the lake in Chicago. A casually elegant setting. We had a lot of different food prepared professionally and I made salads, and we grilled steaks, burgers and chicken. Khmai was enlisted to do all the appetizers, some additional salads and various spreads and dips. I have Mai my approximate budget, let her know what I was preparing and planned to cook and asked her to do her best to come up with what she thought would be best as complimentary. She outdid herself. The staff is lovely to work with, helpful and genuine. My guests were blown away by the delicious and complex tastes we are not used to since most had never had Cambodian food prior. Fermented catfish dip? Wonderful, all the rolls veg or not were terrific, shrimp toast was my personal favorite, salads crisp, spicy and everything felt special and unique. Flavors so rich and vibrant felt like a special treat. It was perfect served with standard picnic fare a little elevated. The atmosphere of the party was pitch perfect, while retaining a quiet all American type picnic feel, the quality of both the food I had prepared and grilled, plus the array of flavors the appetizers added made it seem really special and definitely a treat and celebratory. It felt like someone really cared and tried to make it memorable and my guests were over the moon for this food. I would absolutely recommend dining there, we have a few times and it’s a family feeling you just can’t force or create without it being real. Thank you for your heart and talent to this wonderfully talented mother and daughter team!”
“Despite all of the accolades and awards Boka still feels underrated to me. I dined there with my wife for our Anniversary tonight and they were spectacular! The service was friendly, professional, and fancy (fancier than I’m used too, it was an experience) the building is as stylish as the creative plating. The cuisine all hit me in multiple layers like a perfect boxing combo before laying out my taste buds, they died happy) they even personalized menus and dessert for our anniversary! I can’t recommend Boka more!”
“Great taco restaurant, great food and service. Edil, thank you for the great service, very kind and timely service. The best.”
“Gilt Bar "gets it". A foodies playground. Top notch flavor and beautiful decor throughout. The Ron Zacapa 23 Rum is 🤌🏾 Oh, and don't forget to take a few pics in the photo booth downstairs 📸”
“The atmosphere with the aquariums is definitely a conversation starter. The staff is friendly and accommodating to your needs.
The fresh smell of the food as it was brought to the table was invigorating. The food was good and shareable if you're not looking to get overstuffed or need a late night snack. The drinks were small but tasty.”
“A very creative kitchen serves up surprising dishes in every course, even dessert, where many restaurants just go through the motions. They also serve up cocktails that you are not likely to see anywhere else. What comes as no surprise, is that they are a Michelin starred restaurant.”
“I’ve been wanting to try Dell Rooster and should have much sooner. I love the short rib barbacoa with grits. Pairs very well, delicious, quality meat and a nice portion. The sweetest service from Yolanda and the owner was kind as well. Can’t wait to go back.”
“Went here for a date night and it was excellent. The quality and quantity of food was appropriate for the price point and the food was excellent. Another highlight was the sake. They had a great selection that paired with the food and the server was very knowledgeable and helpful. Overall if you want a laid back omakase with quality food, go here”
“Amazing food! Adorable atmosphere! The kindest staff! I can’t wait to come back and bring my husband. Amazing French food😍”
“The food and atmosphere were great! Ada was especially kind and helpful. She made a lovely birthday gesture that made our dinner even more special! Definitely coming back :)
Teşekkürler!!”
“The food was great and the atmosphere perfect Im from Monterrey and I felt I was there!!!!”
“A very excellent place
Antonio treated us very well, he is a very attentive and helpful person, his attention was very special.
The food is super delicious without a doubt we will return soon 👍🏻”
“My Fiancé and I discovered this restaurant after watching “Somebody Feed Fill” and were inspired and intrigued by Sarah’s restaurant and craftsmanship. We had our eye on getting reservations here for a very long time and we ended up landing lunch reservations for my Fiancés birthday (whom is also a Chef). We just happened to be seated by the expo line near the kitchen where we saw Sarah working. From start to finish our server Rose, and Sarah made sure our experience was personalized special. Sarah even signed the cookbook we bought and menu! Everything was on point from the food to the service. I can see why it’s so hard to get a reservation here! If we could rate our experience higher we would. We greatly appreciate the hospitality and dedication that this restaurant displays!”