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A photo of Quartino - Chicago restaurant
4.5
Awesome(10915)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 121 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.
A photo of La Grande Boucherie - Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(856)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • River North (Chicago)
Booked 74 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.
A photo of Tanta restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5056)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 47 times today
Tanta is a well-loved Peruvian restaurant in Chicago that brings the flavors and culture of Peru to life. The menu, crafted by renowned chef, Acurio, and Chicago Chef Tito Rocha, takes guests on a culinary journey across Peru. Reviewers consistently praise the authenticity of the food, and the knowledge and attentiveness of the staff. One reviewer who is from Peru even confirmed the food's authenticity. The restaurant's commitment to sustainable farming and fishing practices also adds to its authenticity.
A photo of TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3197)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 24 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.
A photo of La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly Chicago restaurant
4.2
Awesome(2141)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 54 times today
La Pizza & La Pasta features two of the best-loved Italian dishes: Napoli-style pizza and al dente pasta. Enjoy our seasonal selection just steps away from our expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers). To create our traditional but innovative dishes, our chefs cook with both fresh pasta made daily in-house and air-dried, bronze-extruded pasta from Campania, Italy. Eataly has teamed up with the experts at Rossopomodoro, a Napoli-based pizza company, to bring you traditional Neapolitan pizza. Creamy mozzarella, charred yet elastic crust, and sweet San Marzano tomatoes are the basis for the most traditional Pizza.
A photo of Tzuco restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(757)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • River North (Chicago)
Booked 59 times today
Located in the bustling River North neighborhood of Chicago, Tzuco, helmed by the Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, offers a blend of authentic Mexican flavors and sophisticated French techniques. Named after Chef Gaytán’s hometown, Huitzuco, the restaurant boasts a menu rich in ceviche, seafood, and traditional Mexican dishes, served in a spacious dining room, lively bar, lounge, and an all-weather outdoor terrace.Tzuco’s captivating interiors, designed by the acclaimed Cadena + Asociados Concept Design, tell a story of Chef Gaytán's heritage with preserved materials from Mexico and handcrafted furnishings, ensuring guests not only savor exquisite dishes but also relish an immersive cultural experience.
A photo of SUSHI-SAN - River North restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1281)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • River North (Chicago)
Booked 110 times today
Sushi-San serves up the best sushi in Chicago made with the freshest ingredients they can find, all served with a side of old-school hip-hop and ice-cold beer. The bar is kept stocked with rare Japanese whisky, sake, wine and inventive cocktails. Join them for lunch and dinner.
A photo of Lou Malnati's - Chicago, Michigan Ave. restaurant
4.5
Awesome(367)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • River North (Chicago)
Booked 103 times today
No true Chicago experience is complete without a visit to one of the oldest names in Deep Dish Pizza: Lou Malnati’s. Located in the Wrigley Building just north of the Chicago River on the Magnificent Mile, enjoy Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years. A cozy, yet stylish dining experience awaits in the lower level of the two-story space, with an ambience that pays homage to the history of the Wrigley Building in unique ways. Whether you’ve been out shopping, sightseeing or in a day full of meetings, Lou Malnati’s Michigan Avenue is the perfect spot to satiate your deep dish cravings.
A photo of Olio e Più - Chicago restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(912)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 79 times today
OLIO E PIÙ brings Italian tradition and true sense of Mediterranean liveliness to the vibrant neighborhood in Chicago.As an authentic trattoria, its cuisine is based on classic Italian dishes. As you dine at OLIO E PIÙ, you’ll be transported not just by the flavors of Italy but also by the authentic atmosphere that surrounds you. It’s a place where time slows down, and conversations flow freely, just as they do in a true Italian household. Here, the spirit of 1970s Italian elegance lives on, and every meal is a celebration of life, love, and the joy of shared moments, especially with the open kitchen concept.OLIO E PIÙ is more than just a restaurant; it’s a portal to a different time and place, where the essence of Italy’s rich culinary and cultural heritage is captured in every detail.
A photo of Shanghai Terrace restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2311)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 14 times today
Shanghai Terrace offers Chinese cuisine highlighting contemporary interpretations of Shanghainese, Cantonese, and Sichuanese classics. A Private Dining Room is available to reserve for up to 30 guests while The Main Dining Room offers a seductive 1930’s Shanghai eatery-inspired atmosphere decorated in tones of ebony, gold and scarlet. In warmer weather, additional seating is provided on The Terrace, an urban garden with spectacular skyline views that allows diners to experience the magic of summertime in Chicago. In cooler months when The Terrace is not available, additional seating is provided in The Lobby – a soaring, majestic room with floor to ceiling windows, towering ceilings, and elegant chandeliers. Please be sure to indicate your preference when reserving your table. Please note, last orders will be taken at 9 pm on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, and 9:30 pm on Friday and Saturday.For parties of 5 guests or more, please email diningPCH@peninsula.com with your inquiry.

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  • Jennifer
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    What a true and absolute delight! My daughters and I loved La Grande Boucherie! It was one of the highlights of our recent Chicago visit. The food was wonderful, as were the wine selections (and mocktails!) and the beautiful holiday decor. We had oysters, the fromage board, a beautiful salmon, French Onion soup, salads and more. I had a lovely Sancerre, and we topped everything off with profiteroles. But the best part of the experience was the impeccable service. From the moment we left our coats at the front hosted stand to the last moments after dessert and a quick personal tour of the gorgeous second level, we were enchanted. A special thank you to Rachid from Paris for his terrific recommendations, allowing us to practice French and being a bright spot of our entire trip. Attentive, funny, kind! A server can make or break a restaurant experience, and in this case, the service shined bright! We would love to come back when we’re in the city again! Highly enjoyed!
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    La Grande Boucherie - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• French• River North (Chicago)
    4.6
  • Jenny
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Went to brunch with the girls. It was a great experience overall. The food was absolutely delicious. The only thing is the wait staff kept coming to our table repeatedly making it seem like they wanted us to leave, while we were the only ones at this restaurant. Other than that, it was great and it was amazing. Will definitely go back for dinner.
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    TantaPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• River North (Chicago)
    4.7
  • Francisco
    Chūbu region •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food was delicious. If you choose a dish that requires table service you are in for a treat. The wait staff is attentive and answer questions in detail. I recommend this establishment as it is quite an experience and offers options not found in other Italian restaurants. The ambience is nice for a restaurant located on the second level of an Italian grocery store.
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    La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
    4.2
  • 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)
    4.5
  • 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)
    4.6

Discover best authentic restaurants in Near North

Discover the true flavors of Near North, Chicago with our curated selection of authentic dining experiences. Nestled in one of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods, these restaurants offer a genuine taste of culinary expertise, featuring dishes prepared with traditional methods and locally sourced ingredients. Whether you’re in the mood for gourmet interpretations or classic family recipes, each establishment provides a unique window into the rich cultural tapestry of this area. The dining scene in Near North is as diverse as it is authentic, offering everything from cozy bistros to upscale eateries, all committed to delivering real, unadulterated flavors. These restaurants not only prioritize high-quality food and original recipes but also boast warm, inviting atmospheres and exemplary service, making each meal a memorable event. Ideal for food enthusiasts and culinary adventurers alike, this selection promises an authentic journey through the tastes and aromas that define Near North, Chicago. Explore these culinary gems to experience the authenticity and passion that elevate Chicago’s dining landscape.

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