Best Authentic Restaurants in Midway

138 restaurants available nearby

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1. Lou Malnati's - Midway

4.5

Awesome(14)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Midway

Booked 3 times today

Whether you’re coming or going, our location near Midway airport is a great destination to grab your slice while in Chicago. At Lou Malnati’s, you can get one of the most authentic Chicago pizza experiences from one of the oldest in the game. Experience Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years, with family recipes and high-quality ingredients that you just don’t find everywhere.

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2. Palermo's 95th Fine Italian Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(1230)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oak Lawn

Booked 15 times today

For outstanding Italian cuisine, look no further than Palermo's 95th. This family run, award winning restaurant specializes in authentic veal, steak, pasta, and fresh seafood creations for lunch and dinner. Established in 1961 by Ben and Nina Calderone, the family tradition still continues thru their sons, Anthony and William. Sherman Kaplen of WBBM radio says, "Palermo's 95th is a true diamond among the southwest side Italian restaurants!" The grilled shrimp and calamari and the 8-finger cavetelli are outstanding. Plus check out their extensive wine and martini list. Featured on WTTW Check Please!

3. Gaia Italiano

4.8

Exceptional(357)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Berwyn

Booked 5 times today

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4. Francesca's on 95th

4.7

Exceptional(1352)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oak Lawn

Booked 16 times today

Francesca’s on 95th is located in vibrant downtown Oaklawn. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.

5. il Carciofo

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4.8

Exceptional(62)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 197 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.

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6. Mercadito - River North

4.6

Exceptional(6286)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 53 times today

We are the city’s top Mexican restaurant for authentic modern cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal cocktails, located in the heart of River North. Our culinary team features popular Mexican dishes, including our signature tacos, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole, ceviche, esquites and more.Mercadito's lounge is nestled in the lower level of Mercadito. It offers a speakeasy-style experience with a chic and exclusive ambiance. The space features banquet-style booths and dim lighting that enhances the elegant wood furniture, creating an inviting and intimate atmosphere. Once inside, guests can enjoy the full Mercadito menu, with the same delectable cuisine and beverages that our restaurant is known for.

7. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5588)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 113 times today

Chef Stephanie Izard brings her unique twist on Chinese-American cuisine at Duck Duck Goat. Reviews rave about the flavorful food, with one saying, 'The food is very good and sophisticated'. The ambiance is also highly praised, with one review describing it as a 'unique and flavourful' experience. While not all reviews explicitly mention the authenticity of the food, the high ratings suggest a genuine and enjoyable dining experience.

8. Asador Bastian

4.6

Exceptional(183)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 10 times today

NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS FOR CHRISTMAS EVE!Asador Bastian is a Chicago chophouse with Basque influences from acclaimed ChefDoug Psaltis. Located in the iconic “Flair House” originally built in 1883, this historictownhouse has been revived and brought back to life with culinary inspiration from thegreat asadors of San Sebastián, Spain to serve the world’s best boutique beef withoutcompromise. The most remarkable dining experience comes from the purest ingredientsdelivered in the supremely thoughtful, welcoming and hospitable manner. This ethoshas directed every aspect of the experience at Asador Bastian, whether you’re joiningus for small bites and libations in our Bar Room or for a more intimate experience in ourDining Room.

9. Elina's

4.7

Exceptional(159)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Town

Booked 31 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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10. La Grande Boucherie - Chicago

4.5

Awesome(928)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • River North (Chicago)

Booked 127 times today

Housed in Chicago’s Belle Époque building, the unique Art Nouveau-inspired space honors the iconic building’s legacy while providing guests with a one-of-a-kind atmosphere and menu. La Grande Boucherie blends the ambiance of an indulgent steakhouse with a refined Parisian brasserie charm, and fuses traditional French cuisine with Chicago’s River North culinary heritage. The two-story restaurant boasts custom curved stained-glass windows overlooking the bustling streets of Chicago. The interior features custom mosaic marble floors, authentic fixtures, and a racetrack bar sourced from France. Guests can lean into the view and take in all that Chicago has to offer.

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Nicole
South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great meal, great service. We sat in the bar area and could actually hear the people at our table. Their bar area is spacious. Gyros were excellent. The sea bass was excellent. Stuffed chicken was amazing. We couldn’t have been happier with our meal.
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Thassos Authentic Greek RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Greek• Clarendon Hills
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4.7
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Scott
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Gaia was delightful. The evening began early so it wasn't very busy but filled in nicely before we left. The waiter was very accommodating regarding food prep and everything was delicious.
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Gaia ItalianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Berwyn
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4.8
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Miguel
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The place was busy,well, it's the holiday season, right. The food was so authentic, and my carpaccio was so unique, same as their homemade lemonccelo,tasted so good and freshly made. Service was impeccable and friendly. Great place in Oak lawn for Italian cuisine 100%
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Francesca's on 95thPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Lawn
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4.7
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Tim
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Excellent as always. And when I saw always, i mean decades.
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Palermo's 95th Fine Italian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Lawn
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4.6
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Richard
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 Nov 2024
We stopped in on a recomendation from a family member. The place lived up to every expectation. The Chicago deep dish pan pizza was woderful and my wife's chicken pasta was massive. We would definately go back if we were in Chicago.
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Lou Malnati's - MidwayPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Midway
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4.5

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138 restaurants available nearby

1. Lou Malnati's - Midway

2. Palermo's 95th Fine Italian Cuisine

3. Gaia Italiano

4. Francesca's on 95th

5. il Carciofo

6. Mercadito - River North

7. Duck Duck Goat

8. Asador Bastian

9. Elina's

10. La Grande Boucherie - Chicago

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