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A photo of Peanut Park Trattoria restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(236)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy / University Village
Booked 8 times today
Located in the heart of nostalgic "Little Italy" on Chicago's famed Taylor Street, Peanut Park is a traditional Italian joint brought to you by your friends at Coalfire and Tempesta Market.Chicago Magazine voted Peanut Park One of the Top Restaurants in Chicago February 2022 and Tasting Table said we are " One of the Absolute Best Italian Restaurants in Chicago" this past May 2022. Our menu is simple and we aim to celebrate Italian classics and timeless bistro favorites.We embody passion, integrity, and excellence while striving to provide an authentic dining experience by celebrating tradition and invoking the modern. Don't miss our handmade pastas, pizza and incredible cocktail menu. Join us in our dining room or dine al fresco on the rooftop for a one of a kind experience!
A photo of Pompei - Taylor restaurant
4.1
Excellent(7)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy / University Village
Pompei, on Taylor Street, is a fast casual “counter service” restaurant. It has a long-standing history throughout the Chicago area ever since it was first established in 1909. When first opened, Pompei served only baked bread and cheese pizzas. Over the years, the restaurant has expanded its menu to include many delectable dishes that have quickly become favorites for many of the locals while remaining true to its original roots.The dine-in menu features Italian sausage, hand rolled pizzas like the Signature Pizza Pompei or the Four Cheese and Tomato, plenty of house made pasta like the gnocchi and cheese ravioli and an array of pizza strudels like the Beef Angelo and the Pompei Italiano. Pompei also features incredible, freshly made desserts like the chocolate cannoli, "Italian chocolate sheet cake", bread pudding and the Taylor street cheesecake. Enjoy Pompei's seasonal outdoor seating for a true Al Fresco experience. Pompei offers (3) private banquet rooms and catering.
A photo of The Walnut Room - Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7342)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 291 times today
For Large Parties 21 or more: please contact us at http://macysrestaurants.com/contact-us/ For Holiday Questions and Menu: http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/holiday2024/The world famous Walnut Room has been a Chicago tradition since 1907. Located on the 7th floor of Macy's on State Street, the Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theater district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show. Enjoy our Famous Mrs. Herring's Chicken Pot Pie and other well known favorites on the menu.
A photo of Aba - Chicago restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2630)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 241 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.
A photo of Rose Mary restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3291)
Price: Expensive
• Croatian • West Loop
Booked 114 times today
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.

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  • Michael
    Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Peanut Park never stops delivering. Everything I've had here, which is most of the menu is always delicious and the friendly neighborhood setting makes for a top notch experience. Can't say enough good things about PP.
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    Peanut Park TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy / University Village
    4.8
  • AlexVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    One of the best places I’ve visited in Chicago! Delicious food, great service and cozy ambiance. My server Alysia was super helpful and had made our anniversary celebration absolutely special! It was really nice and thoughtful of her. Will definitely be back!
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    Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
    4.8
  • Carla
    Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Walnut Room Holiday Brunch was fantastic. Of course the Christmas decorations are amazing. Service was very good. The wait staff professional and accommodating. The brunch lines were not long and food fresh. They served the typical breakfast foods with pastries and fresh fruit. All very good. There were complimentary photos with option to purchase others. I have to say photographer Ronit Bezalel did an amazing job capturing my husband and me. I expected the traditional stand in front of the tree type photo, but Ronit was much more creative. Don’t pass this up if offered. A great holiday breakfast. Cheers!
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    The Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop
    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    St. Louis •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Every bite was outstanding! Portions are small - plan to order 2 plates per person or more. But, quality is absolutely excellent. Some of the best bites of the year for me!
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    Rose MaryPrice: Expensive• Croatian• West Loop
    4.7
  • BridgetC
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 5 May 2022
    Always love coming here since I was a kid. The food is excellent and authentic.
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    Pompei - TaylorPrice: Moderate• Italian• Little Italy / University Village
    4.1

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