Mediterranean fare is served at this family run restaurant. A fusion of Greek, Italian, even Indian flavors will delight your palette.
Big Jones offers a menu of upscale southern cuisine. The American menu includes classics like grits, biscuits and gravy and perfectly prepared fried chicken, along with a wide selection of cocktails. You’ll love the southern hospitality from the friendly and welcoming staff. Brunch is served on the weekends.
Boka is a welcome departure from the typical Lincoln Park neighborhood joint, offering an ambitious menu created by executive chef Giuseppe Tentori (ex Charlie Trotter's).
Chef Shangri-La is a wild Hawaiian tropical adventure. Family-style Cantonese dishes are served in a Polynesian inspired atmosphere. The Tiki Bar offers a wide variety of cocktails including the secretly delicious “Dr. Fong.” Enjoy live entertainment as well, just check the website for times and details.
A combined French/Italian bistro and gourmet food and wine market located in Plaza del Lago. The café dishes embrace the flavors of the Italian countryside with daily fish & meat specials, earthy pastas, and delicious appetizers and salads. The market offers a variety of baked goods, imported groceries, deli meets and cheeses, as well as fine Italian wines.
Crosby’s Kitchen offers perfectly prepared American fare. The menu is simple and delicious; the cornbread appetizer is a favorite. You’ll see deliciously succulent chicken on the rotisserie in this open kitchen style restaurant. The ambiance is comfortable and lacks pretense. A full-service bar also boasts delicious cocktails.
Firefly Grill rivals the best urban restaurants with its fresh farm-to-table cuisine and modern feel. A creative and inventive menu, attentive service, and a nice selection of craft beers make this a “must-stop” dining option.
Frontier offers a unique dining experience in a rustic tavern atmosphere. The menu includes a variety of exotic meat options and inventive side combinations. Groups can enjoy whole animal service carved tableside served family style with sides. The menu also includes exotic meats like bison, kangaroo, turtle, or alligator. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed and they have a great cocktail and beer menu.
Gather offers a locally sourced menu in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. A season menu is paired with an excellent wine selection. The ambiance is enhanced by the open kitchen design. A restaurant that is perfect for any occasion.
Ja’ Grill is the place to go in Chicago for perfectly prepared Jamaican cuisine. You’ll discover incredibly vibrant flavors with the jerk and curry dishes, as well as classics like plantains, rice & beans, oxtail and goat dishes. The vibe is cool and lively.
Located in the Blackstone Hotel, Mercat a la Planxa creates Catalan style tapas.
This traditional pizzeria is led by pizziaola Nella Grassano. With the authentic Neapolitan brick pizza oven and the handmade pastas, you’ll enjoy recipes handed down from generation to generation.
The restaurant offers a fun atmosphere offering authentic Mexican dishes, including over fourteen recipes of moles.
Classic Midwestern fare is on the menu at Nicksons. Delicious food is served in a comfortable atmosphere with excellent service.
Serai specializes in Malaysian and South East Asian cuisine. Here you can dive into foods you’ve never experienced with helpful staff guiding you the whole way.
Tavern on Rush is a classic American Steakhouse that specializes in only the finest grade meat. The Tavern also specializes in fresh seafood, pasta and chicken.
Located in the Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago, Terzo Piano provides Italian cuisine with a modern perspective and a menu using locally grown, mostly organic products. The interior and view of Chicago makes this perfect for a special occasion or entertaining out-of-town guests. You can also dine al fresco on the covered piazza while enjoying the spectacular views of Millennium Park. (Museum admission is not required to attend the restaurant.)
Viaggio, meaning journey, provides a culinary journey to the southern region of Italy. This family friendly restaurant offers a menu including a hearty assortment of homemade pasta dishes, hand-made sausage, and a meatball salad that will not leave you hungry. The dishes are plentiful and the staff will treat you like family.