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1. Benchmark
4.3
Awesome(2)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Town
Booked 24 times today
Benchmark, located in the heart of Old Town, is open for lunch, happy hour, and dinner—Tuesday through Friday from 5pm to close, and Saturday and Sunday from 11am to close. Indulge in our delicious new menu, refreshing cocktails, and vibrant atmosphere—perfect for enjoying great food, catching the game, celebrating parties, or just hanging out with friends.
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2. Utopian Tailgate
3.7
Very Good(183)
Price: Expensive
• American • Lincoln Park
Utopian Tailgate is a fun spot for birthdays, with high ratings for ambiance and service. As per reviews, guests had a great time celebrating their birthdays here, enjoying the food, games, and the vibrant atmosphere. With a rooftop setting, it offers an unforgettable experience for any age.
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3. Pizzeria Portofino
4.8
Exceptional(1599)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 173 times today
Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant located directly on the Chicago riverfront offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera.
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4. Aba - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(2682)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 265 times today
Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.
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5. RL Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7343)
Price: Expensive
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 118 times today
If you do not find availability online, please call the restaurant directly at 312-475-1100.Located adjacent to the Ralph Lauren Chicago flagship store on Michigan Avenue, RL Restaurant features the vision and décor of Ralph Lauren in a modern club atmosphere. RL Restaurant offers classic American cuisine inspired by Ralph Lauren’s personal favorites. Seasonal dishes range from a chopped vegetable salad to a lobster roll sandwich, grilled fish of the day and steaks. On the cocktail list, guests can choose from classic drinks and a diverse selection of wines and other fine spirits.
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6. il Carciofo
new
4.6
Exceptional(121)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 156 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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7. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(8989)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 123 times today
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
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8. Duck Duck Goat
4.8
Exceptional(5614)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • West Loop
Booked 173 times today
Chef Stephanie Izard brings her take on Chinese-American cuisine to Chicago's Fulton Market District with Duck Duck Goat, her third venture with Boka Restaurant Group. The menu features hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, wontons, fried rice, and more, ensuring no diner leaves hungry. On weekends, Duck Duck Goat also offers a delightful dim sum brunch menu, perfect for starting the day with a creative twist on classic favorites.
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9. River Roast
4.5
Awesome(3329)
Price: Expensive
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 43 times today
River Roast is a popular spot for birthday celebrations. With its stunning views of downtown Chicago and a lively social atmosphere, it's a go-to place for birthday dinners. The menu features contemporary American tavern fare that's perfect for sharing, and the restaurant offers accommodating service for all sizes of parties. As one reviewer put it, 'We celebrated my birthday here and the food was phenomenal!'
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10. Michael Jordan's Steakhouse
4.6
Exceptional(5427)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 48 times today
At Michael Jordan's Steak House, we are stewards of legacy rooted in heartfelt hospitality. From the sear on each cut of our Legendary Steak Flight to rolling each piece of our Wagyu Short Rib Truffle Pasta, we strive for the same greatness, spirit and soul that Michael demonstrated on the court. Join us for a romantic date night for a seafood tower garnished with oysters, shrimp and lobster. For a more cozy atmosphere, join us at the bar for a round of our signature cocktails and spirit-free drinks like the Jump Man, Airpresso Martini or Banana Old Fashioned. Break away from a typical brunch with 1-hour bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys alongside Breakfast Burgers. No greater care is taken with private, fine dining in our historic space as we play a part in crafting unforgettable celebrations— from birthdays to anniversaries and every night in between. Rest assured, our team of all-stars will curate an exceptional group dining experience through our 23-Layer Cake for dessert.
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  • Prima
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our table had mussels and crunchy brussels sprouts pizza, both of which were amazing -- fresh ingredients, delicious, perfect portion, beautiful presentation. For appetizer we ordered fried calamari and they were to die for! Perfect lunch for business and pleasure. I've gone with my family here a couple of times and we had consistently great meals. Highly recommend.
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    Pizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    •
    4.8
  • NanditaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    First time trying the Aba Happy hour food! The spreads sampler gave us a chance to try them all and the Crispy chicken had the perfect crispy skin and heat from the different peppers! Falafels and shrimp were really good. Carrot cake was overly spiced and a bit dry so going to skip that next time!
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    Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
    •
    4.8
  • ginger
    Wisconsin •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    I recently dined at the Ralph Lauren Restaurant in Chicago and had an exceptional experience. Our server, John, was truly spectacular—attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. He made sure our dining experience was perfect from start to finish. We were lucky to have a beautiful window view, which added to the overall ambiance and made our meal even more enjoyable. The food was exquisite, and the elegant setting made for a memorable evening. I highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion or a lovely night out in the city!
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    RL RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
    •
    4.8
  • JosephVIP
    Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Dec 2024
    Chris is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!! Made our time amazing. Definitely coming back to see him.
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    Utopian TailgatePrice: Expensive• American• Lincoln Park
    •
    3.7
  • John
    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 6 Dec 2024
    Great, forgot our servers name but we were seated in the middle of the booths on this day. Server was awesome. Will definitely be back
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    BenchmarkPrice: Moderate• American• Old Town
    •
    4.3

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