Best Family Style Restaurants in Near North

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1. Quartino - Chicago

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 129 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.

2. Ummo

4.3

Awesome(473)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 29 times today

UMMO is a contemporary Italian restaurant that unlocks the vibrant flavors of regional Italian cuisine in a colorful, beautifully imagined space.At UMMO, we present contemporary Italian cuisine that seamlessly combines his passion for Italian and American cultures. With a focus on simplicity and quality ingredients sourced from around the globe, UMMO offers fine, house-made pastas, decadent cheese and meat selections, vibrant vegetables, hearty proteins, delicate seafood, and more. As the menu changes frequently to reflect seasonal and new discoveries, guests can experience the full breadth of what Italy has to offer.Join us at UMMO for an unforgettable culinary journey.

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3. TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(3197)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 26 times today

TAO Chicago offers guests a sensual trip through the cuisines of Asia. The design-driven restaurant and adjoining nightclub is inspired by the original TAO locations in New York City, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. TAO Chicago features multiple levels, creating dynamic spaces within the historic building’s shell, while adding TAO’s Asian-influenced DNA to the restaurant, lounge and nightclub including murals by artist Hush and TAO’s signature 16-foot-tall Quan Yin statue anchoring one end of the dining room. TAO Chicago’s restaurant menu, created by TAO Group Partner and Chef Ralph Scamardella , is complete with Pan-Asian offerings from the sea, sky and land including signature dishes like Satay of Chilean Sea Bass, Crispy Rice Tuna and a Wagyu Rib-Eye.

4. il Porcellino

4.7

Exceptional(4173)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 106 times today

Il Porcellino, located in the heart of River North in downtown Chicago, is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic Italian-American comfort food in a casual setting. Our seasonal menu focuses on housemate pastas, vegetable antipasti and daily specials, all crafted with ingredients sourced from quality artisans, purveyors, and local farmers. The fun and approachable wine program encourages sharing with selections primarily from Italy. As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.

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5. Sunda New Asian – River North

4.6

Exceptional(7398)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 63 times today

Located in the bustling River North dining scene, Sunda offers a vibrant Southeast Asian dining experience, blending the flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Thailand, and beyond. We elevate culturally significant dishes using high-quality ingredients and modern techniques. Our beverage program includes signature handcrafted cocktails, a robust sake and wine selection, and Asian whiskies and beers. Join us for weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 2pm, or stop by during happy hour Monday to Friday from 4-6pm featuring $6 bar bites, handrolls, and beer, $9 cocktails and wine, and $10 sake. Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.

6. Osteria Via Stato

4.7

Exceptional(3472)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 20 times today

Osteria Via Stato, a Lettuce Entertain You restaurant follows the Italian tradition of seasonally prepared dishes featuring local ingredients and artisanal producers paired with an all Italian wine list. Open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday at noon - 2PM.Join us for Happy Hour everyday for 1/2 priced pizzas and glasses of wine, Sunday - Thursday at 5PM - 6PM, Friday - Saturday at 4:30PM - 5:30PM.

7. Tanta

4.7

Exceptional(5056)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 46 times today

Tanta is dedicated to sharing the flavors and culture of Peru with Chicago, serving authentic Peruvian dishes and beverages in an approachable, fun and casual downtown setting. We provide service that is casual yet knowledgeable, genuine and attentive, utilizing locally sourced products and vendors that are sensitive to sustainable farming and fishing.Tanta has two Chef’s Tables that each seat up to 10 people. These tables are located in our main dining room in between our open kitchen and cebiche bar which allows you and your guests to experience our chefs creating Peruvian cuisine while you dine.The menu, created by Acurio and Tanta Chicago Chef Tito Rocha, takes diners on a voyage through Peru via its food. From the Pacific Ocean, through the Andes, to the desert, to the Amazon, Tanta celebrates the diverse landscape and ethnicities that make up Peru’s culture.

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8. JoJo's ShakeBAR - River North

3.9

Excellent(2620)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 154 times today

JoJo’s ShakeBAR is a next-generation restaurant and bar, and River North’s next go-to spot for hangouts, first dates, and family affairs. Its’ modern, yet familiar, diner experience is grounded in nostalgia and focuses on creative desserts and elevated diner favorites.Outdoor Patio Seating is available for reservations and walk-ins. In the case of inclement weather, our team will do our best to accommodate outdoor patio reservations inside, but indoor seating is not guaranteed. Reservations Are Highly Recommended & Walk Ins Are Available Based Upon Availability.

9. Vermilion

3.8

Excellent(2255)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 2 times today

Advocating unabashed intrepid Indian cuisine since 2003. Feast on the best of our fare: our new Chaat Bar, Indian-Latin flagship dishes & newer Indian-Chinese fare. A sensual space with dramatic accents of lights, fire, art & metal. Best Restaurants Travel & Leisure, Bon Appetit, Esquire, Town & Country, Chicago magazine, 3 stars Chicago Tribune. Unpretentious, bold flavors, with substantive real food. No precious overpriced bites. Botanic "Herb & Spice" & "Ode to Chicago" cocktails, nonalcoholic drinks. boutique global wines. Omnivore fare galore & over 15 vegetarian/vegan dishes. Vermilion is woman-led & champions women as the founder of Let's Talk Womxn, an action movement of 900+ women restaurateurs across 15 cities. Founder/Chair of the James Beard Foundation Women's Program for a decade.

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10. Maggiano's - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(3909)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 34 times today

Welcome to Maggiano's Little Italy, located in downtown Chicago on the corner of Clark & Grand. Our restaurant is a quick trip from the Water Tower Mall, Navy Pier & the Art Museum. Our dining room is ideal for family-style dining with our Italian–American cuisine, reminiscent of a Sunday night visit to your grandmother’s house -- or as they say in Italy, nonna’s casa! These delicious dishes paired with great service, generous portions and a warm atmosphere keep our guests and their families coming back for more. The outdoor seasonal patio has an old-world feel of dining on the bustling streets of Florence. Join us soon! We look forward to hosting your next business or family gathering.

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John
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
il Porcellino NEVER disappoints! Wish I could remember the name of our server because she gets an 11 out of 10. Food 11/10. Atmosphere 10/10. Happy we chose to dine here for our anniversary! Thanks for the Prosecco, Hector!
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il PorcellinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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Margaret
Southwest Florida •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is my second time going here this year and I will recommend it to anyone. The food and cocktails are excellent and unique. The environment is quite loud but really beautifully decorated.
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Sunda New Asian – River NorthPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Asian• River North (Chicago)
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4.6
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csnyder023
Cincinnati / Dayton •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Lulu was very knowledgeable and attentive. We loved her guidance throughout the meal and would absolutely request her again! The food was divine and the wine selection was vast. I haven’t been back since 2018 and am so glad we got to visit this trip! We will be back :)
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Quartino - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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Kofi
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Celebrating a birthday at The TAO was an epic experience. We didn’t need to hit a club to enjoy great hip-hop music, and we could still hear each other talk comfortably. The appetizers were so satisfying they could have been a meal on their own, making the main course feel like a plus. It’s definitely a fantastic spot for a date ⚡️
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TAO Asian Bistro - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Asian• River North (Chicago)
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4.6
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Barbara
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Ummo is always a wonderful place to spend a couple of hours and enjoy high quality food. Ingredients and their provenance are a plus in this restaurant. Staff is not always in line to the expectations - need more professionalism and probably additional training
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UmmoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.3

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66 restaurants available nearby

1. Quartino - Chicago

2. Ummo

3. TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago

4. il Porcellino

5. Sunda New Asian – River North

6. Osteria Via Stato

7. Tanta

8. JoJo's ShakeBAR - River North

9. Vermilion

10. Maggiano's - Chicago

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