50 Best American Restaurants in Chicago

“By far the best 🍔 I’ve ever had! The fusion of flavors 🤯“

“Absolutely delicious!! Can't wait to come back“

“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 food sounded fancy and tasted SO good! Our server, Andrew, came up with the most delicious drinks! Superb service! We’ll be back!!“

“Have never had a bad meal here. Service is top notch for such a busy spot.“

“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!“

“My favorite restaurant in the world. Seriously. Hands down. When I go to Chicago, I am making reservations at the Purple Pig for at least two of the nights. Bone marrow and pig ears are a must. But you can’t go wrong. Did I mention it’s my favorite?“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Great happy hour daily 5-6pm The burgers are so good !! Always fun“

“I was blown away by the performers and the fashion, not to mention the beautifully decorated space! A truly magical experience!“

“Great food, family friendly!“

“Unforgettable 25th anniversary experience! From the moment we were greeted into the sanctuary with the perfect combination of warm familiarity and excitement at sharing the imminent treasures - which was the essence of the evening's sublime service - to the moment we were escorted to the secret room next to After, we were enchanted for 8 courses and wine pairings over 3 hours. Luke the sommelier combined his full-to-the-brim (but not overflowing) cool-nerd passion with a perfect performance of slightly rebellious professionalism during which we slowly started to understand the genius of his partnership with Chef Duffy and how Ever will be one of the very best dining experiences any of us could have, for as long as we all can witness this privilege. Sable fish beneath a carved black garlic stencil that melted, floated into the puree... a multi-tiered mouth-watering dessert structured in a bowl like a Dali miniature landscape...Wagyu ribeye seared to rhomboid perfection...mushrooms and fruit serenading each other throughout in perfect harmony. I can't stop thinking about it, dreaming about it. We've eaten at many Michelin starred restaurants around the world, but this is the Aladdin's cave of them all.“

“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 !!!!!!!“

“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.“

“Enjoyed the Christmas pop-up, very festive and the food is fantastic!“

“What a great experience! All four of us enjoyed everything we ordered. The food was delicious and fresh and the service was friendly. We are going putting Blue Door on our list for when we are in Chicago next.“

“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“

“The food was great. The wait staff was courteous and professional.“

“Amazing Vegan Coconut Curry and the Sorbet dessert to finish off my birthday meal...SO good! Awesome wait staff :)“

“Best place to eat in Chicago! I started going there when the owner became a client of the company I was working for in the mid-90s, setting up cash registers in the restaurant he opened for his nephew. I no longer live in Chicago, but make it a point to stop there and speak with the owner every chance I get. Always great food and exceptional service! You may have to wait in line, though. Understandably, it's a very popular place!“

“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😊“

“I had one of the best dinner experiences ever, the food was outstanding but the service was extra special. We will be back! Congratulations“

“I went for a friends graduation brunch, and it was definitely a hopping spot in the city, and I can see the appeal for the rooftop views alone, but I think it’s a bit overpriced for what you’re getting in my opinion. I had the biscuits and gravy ($25) which was fine but also strange in that it tasted more like a chowder than gravy. I also got the chocolate chip cookies which were and came in an order of 3 for $12. As I said, a bit overpriced for cookies, but actually felt worth it for their size and deliciousness. Of course, part of why you’re coming here is for the views and this place did not disappoint! Despite it being a very hot day outside, there was a good crowd out there especially because there’s a bar on the patio as well. And even though it was very busy throughout the entire time there, my party and I had fairly consistent service, although I did have my drink order forgotten, but the server ended up comping me for it, which made up for it.“

“Good food, good variety. R&B classics playing in the background. What more could you ask?“

“The best food !!!Thank you guy.“

“The service was a 10/10, Tahlia was my server and she was so sweet! Being that it was Valentine's day, it was like hardly any food left which was very disappointing, as I'd already had my mind kind of set on what I want once we received the menus— I just sorta wish we were informed of what wasn't available upon sitting down and before getting our hopes up on certain items. However, I know this was not Tahlia's fault, and she was still very reassuring with other items on the menu and helping us choose.“

“We had a delicious breakfast and the service was Excellent. Looking forward to coming back for lunch and mock tails.“

“We stopped in today on a tip and what a delicious treat! Highly recommend!“

“Excellent customer service. Food was delicious and the prices weren’t bad at all. Highly recommend!“

“LOVE Gemini. Their bottomless has a great variety, and my food has been amazing every time!“

“Stopped by for a brunch date with my husband. We had bottomless mimosas which was a great option. The breakfast nachos and churro French toast were both very good. The views were beautiful and you can’t heat that. Service was a tad slow but overall a good experience and would come back!“

“We came to celebrate my husband’s birthday last night. The service was great and the food was perfect. If we ever come back to town this will be a must do. We weren’t sure what to expect since his brother planned the dinner but I couldn’t have asked for anything better.“

“We are visiting from Indiana and my husband, myself and our toddler had a wonderful experience! Our food was great and came very quickly. Our pomegranate margaritas were delicious. My husband ordered a side of bacon to go with his salad and the kitchen took the extra step to cut it up for him when they didn't have to. And while the restaurant is an upscale mature environment, they were extremely accommodating to our toddler and were so very friendly and warm to our family. From the hosts, to our waiter, to each employee who passed by everyone was so warm and welcoming. We will 100% return!“

“Wonderful evening! We had an amazing dinner & dessert with attentive service with care.“

“Wonderful Mother’s Day menu; great wine pairing.“

“Amazing, a perfect evening.“

“My favorite restaurant! Have been going for years. Live a block away, so it’s quite convenient. Food and atmosphere are wonderful.“

“I had the pleasure of dining at Sweet Maple Cafe in the 9th District, and I couldn't be more thrilled to share my experience! The food was absolutely incredible—each bite was a delightful treat. A special shoutout to Twilla, the manager, and her wonderful staff, who made us feel right at home with their warm hospitality. Supporting our local businesses is so important, and Sweet Maple Cafe is a shining example of the quality and care we have in our community. I highly recommend stopping by for a meal—you won’t be disappointed!“

“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“

“We’re huge fans of The Bear, which steered us here on our Chicago trip - so glad we found this place! We loved the mushroom adobo and longnanisa breakfast sandwich! The mango tarts were amazing, as were our lattes. We left with an apple hand pie to eat the following morning, which was still had perfectly crispy pastry. Definitely worth the hour wait to get in.“

“We had the repast for my father's funeral at the Firehouse Restaurant in their Palmer Parlor. The O'Malley's and their Event Manager Carolyn Orlando couldn't have created a better environment for us to celebrate my dad's life. Their staff made it feel like they were serving their own family. The food was great, the drinks flowed and everything went off as the team promised.“

“Great place! The farmers market was a bonus! Enjoyed the exhibits , Calder was an inspiration in my youth! Lunch was superb! To bad we live in Virginia Beach or I would be a regular!“

“Great food, ambiance and service. 👍“

“Amazing food. Great atmosphere. What more can be said?“

“Old school place, if it's good enough for Frank Sinatra. Lots of cool memorabilia on the walls, highly recommend!!!“

“Stopped in for a salad and the Cajun Cobb Salad. Deliciousness😋😋“

“Pretty amazing food and value. A 12 inch sandwich fed mom and me, and the cheese fries were great!
For chicago, a solid choice to try a Philly cheese and loaded fries.
O and good drink selection too, all types of sodas and waters
Great value“

“Dash is my favorite diner! The food is great…. everything tastes just like you think it should (or even better), and the people are genuine, caring and upbeat. Watching the owners get excited about holiday decorations gets everyone in a great mood. Eat at this local neighborhood treasure….. it’ll make your day so much better.“