Best Romantic Restaurants in Lincolnwood

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1. Bar Siena - North Shore

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Skokie

Booked 60 times today

Bar Siena expands to Chicago's North Shore suburbs with their most recent location at Old Orchard Mall. Located next to Nordstrom, the new restaurant boasts an 8,500-square-foot interior along with two expansive patios. Much like its West Loop sister spot, Bar Siena North Shore combines the quaint charm of trattorias in Siena, Italy, with the industrial aesthetic of Chicagoland. The restaurant, in collaboration with Top Chef Fabio Viviani, brings the flavor, flare, and energy of casual Italian-American dining to the Midwest. Whether you're joining us for brunch, lunch, pizza, or pasta, Bar Siena North Shore is perfect for birthdays, groups, romantic dinners, or a casual date. Enjoy cocktails, happy hour, dessert, and Italian food in a vibrant atmosphere, whether you're celebrating with friends at the bar or indulging in a cozy dining experience.

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2. Artango Bar & Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1775)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lincoln Square

Booked 20 times today

Experience Buenos Aires’ Golden Age at Artango Bar and Steakhouse, where the rich cultural heritage of Argentina comes alive. Set amidst a tableau of Art Nouveau and Neo-classical architecture and décor are the exciting tastes, lively music and dancing of Argentina.An evening at Artango feels as if you’ve traveled to Buenos Aires, and guests have the opportunity to enjoy authentic imported Grass-Fed Argentinian steaks. Selection of 120 day wet-aged, grass-fed black angus beef cuts are grilled on an Argentinian parrilla at a slightly lower temperature and for a longer period of time – similar to the Patagonian method of barbecuing crafted by Buenos Aires-born celebrity chef, Francis Mallmann. Argentine cuts are lean, tender and full of flavor.Pair your meal with Prohibition-era cocktails and both classic and rare European and Argentine wines. Dining at Artango is a memorable journey to Argentina.

3. Tala House

4.8

Exceptional(170)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Andersonville

Booked 32 times today

We pride ourselves in offering only the best ingredients with an impeccable service. Whether you're joining us for dinner or weekend brunch, our dishes reflect a modern take on Chicago's melting pot of cultures where we celebrate our diversity and embrace flavors from around the globe. From locally sourced ingredients to unique flavor combinations, be ready to discover Tala’s story: cooking with no boundaries!

4. Nuovo Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(490)

Price: Expensive

• Kosher • Lincolnwood

Booked 4 times today

Located in prestigious Lincolnwood, IL minutes outside of Chicago, Nuovo showcases an Italian Kosher Dairy menu highlighting seasonal ingredients with artisanal-handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, specialty fish courses, and an impressive Kosher wine and cocktail list in a modern and upscale setting. Lincolnwood and neighboring Rogers Park, Peterson Park, and Skokie communities have lauded Chef Juan Ramirez's incredible culinary execution and talent into the Kosher Dairy dining experience at Nuovo.

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5. Little Madrid Tapas Cafe

4.5

Awesome(244)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Andersonville

Booked 12 times today

In January 2020, Little Madrid Tapas Café opened in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood, a small, cozy, and colorful space. The restaurant transported guests back to Old Madrid with its warm atmosphere, delicious flavors, and enticing aromas that emanated from the kitchen. With a global pandemic raging around the world, Little Madrid Tapas Café remained a steady presence in the neighborhood and soon emerged as one of the best Spanish restaurants in Chicago.

6. Buona Terra

4.9

Exceptional(274)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irving Park

Booked 25 times today

As one of the most beloved (and highest-rated) Italian restaurants in Chicago for over 22 years, the historic Buona Terra continues to serve scratch made pastas, brick oven pizza, fresh fish and seafood options as well as chops and steaks. The wine selection is meticulously chosen (and inspired by our yearly trips to Italy for the Vin Italy fair) to pair with our different plates made with the freshest ingredients. Chef Chepe sources fresh items from the market daily. He butchers our fish and meats daily, makes all of our sauces and soups in house and most of our deserts. You might note that you see familiar faces as our servers have been with us since we opened our doors.Whether you've been here a hundred times or tonight is the first visit, we think that you'll "Come for the food, leave as a friend".

7. Piazza Bella

4.5

Awesome(566)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Roscoe Village

Booked 16 times today

Nestled in charming Roscoe Village, Piazza Bella has been a neighborhood favorite since 1999. The unforgettable food, friendly service, and inviting ambiance keep diners coming back. Our mouth-watering dishes from the heart of Italy are always prepared with the authenticity and freshest ingredients that you expect from Piazza Bella.Piazza Bella is the perfect setting for both romantic dinners and festive family nights out. Host private parties up to 70 guests. Customized catering is also available for your special events.Your tastebuds will say "Grazie!"

8. Zia's Social

4.6

Exceptional(533)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Norwood Park

Booked 35 times today

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9. Westso Mexican Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(77)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Edison Park

Booked 16 times today

Westso Mexican Restaurant &n Cuisine, where we proudly present an esteemed Mexican steakhouse experience, complete with artisanal beverages, a refined selection of Mexican wines, and premium mezcal. At Westso, our passion is in serving steaks that embody unparalleled flavor, meticulously prepared by some of Mexico’s most celebrated chefs. Our philosophy is centered around inclusivity; we invite guests from diverse backgrounds to join us in exceptional dining experiences, savoring unique and exquisite flavors.

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10. Mirabella Italian Cuisine

4.8

Exceptional(647)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Avondale

Booked 7 times today

Mirabella is an Italian steakhouse in the same location where Mirabell Restaurant once stood in the heart of Irving Park. Mirabell, a local staple for nearly 40 years, could not be easily ignored or forgotten; so when the new Owner, Chef Arturo, left his career of 20 years as Head Chef at one of the best steakhouses in downtown Chicago, he felt it was important to recognize Mirabell's unique and longstanding contributions to the community. Mirabella is proud to honor the history and integrity of the former restaurant, while serving the cuisine that Chef Arturo is so passionate about. We welcome you to join us in the celebration of life, love, happiness and delicious food from our famous Grilled Calamari, Chicken Mirabella to our most popular dessert Banana Foster. Mangia!

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Cesare
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing place, food, drinks, service, we felt like we were in Madrid, an amazing place, we are from Milan and def we felt between Spain and Italy. We went recommended from The Madrid government in Spain. Def a Gem overseas
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Little Madrid Tapas CafePrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Andersonville
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4.5
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DEBORAH
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food & service! Recommend especially for special occasions. Will definitely be back with my granddaughter to celebrate her birthday again,
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Nuovo ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Kosher• Lincolnwood
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4.6
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Phoebe
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful food, service and live guitar music. This was the best Christmas dinner!!
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Artango Bar & SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Lincoln Square
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4.6
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MarlaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •44 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful food and service! All of our appetizers were excellent but the tuna tartar tostada is truly exceptional. The Ceaser salad is great but be sure to mix in the dressing that sits at the bottom of the bowl. Salmon and chicken are outstanding. My filet was slightly over cooked but the sauce and the green beans were delish. Highly recommend this place!
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Tala HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Andersonville
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4.8
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JoyceVIP
Chicago / Illinois •19 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
If you're looking for a great dining experience with top-notch service, this place might still be worth considering, just don’t expect the food to match the price tag. This is our second time eating from here, while the service was exceptional — the staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome — the food didn’t quite live up to the high prices.
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Bar Siena - North ShorePrice: Expensive• Italian• Skokie
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4.3

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125 restaurants available nearby

1. Bar Siena - North Shore

2. Artango Bar & Steakhouse

3. Tala House

4. Nuovo Chicago

5. Little Madrid Tapas Cafe

6. Buona Terra

7. Piazza Bella

8. Zia's Social

9. Westso Mexican Steakhouse

10. Mirabella Italian Cuisine

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