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A photo of Grant Park Bistro restaurant
4.2
Awesome(16)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Loop
Booked 2 times today
Grant Park Bistro is an American bistro focusing on approachable contemporary dishes. The menu highlights dishes made with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients.
A photo of Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago restaurant
4.3
Awesome(4919)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • South Loop
Booked 8 times today
Mercat offers an authentic dining experience that combines fresh meats and produces with the energetic spirit of a Barcelona market.
A photo of Miss Ricky's Trattoria restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(804)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown / Loop
Booked 31 times today
Tucked away in a beautiful historic building located at 203 N. Wabash sits the ever-evolving and delectable Miss Ricky's. Serving up brunch and dinner seven days a week featuring some of Chicago's best fresh and from scratch Italian dishes by Executive Chef Mike Alaridi. Whether you're dining solo or with a large group, Miss Ricky's can accommodate your desired experience. To book a table visit www.missrickys.com *For private dining options e-mail Tricia.moore@virginhotels.com
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4.0
Excellent(1539)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 24 times today
The sleek contemporary State and Lake Chicago Tavern combines the flair of artisanal American cuisine with the warm, welcoming vibe of a neighborhood pub. Named after the iconic intersection in the heart of the city, State and Lake Chicago Tavern serves up new twists on tavern fare, with an emphasis on featuring the finest locally sourced and wholesome ingredients.Putting a modern spin on traditional tavern dining, the inviting decor features cork floors, leather walls and plush banquettes, radiating upscale hospitality and exceptional service. Cozy enough to lounge in and stylish enough for business, State and Lake Chicago Tavern is ideal for guests and locals alike looking to unwind over a drink, gather together to watch a game, or grab a pre-theater bite before heading to the nearby historic theater district. Whether it's a lunchtime escape or a Happy Hour go-to at the intimate bar, theWit's award-winning eatery takes traditional tavern dining to the next level.
A photo of The Grillroom restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3141)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loop
Booked 10 times today
Treat yourself to expertly crafted dishes, bold flavors and a stylish vibe at our modern Steakhouse in the heart of Chicago. We proudly serve Allen Bros. award winning steaks, the freshest seafood, pastas, and more. Enjoy steak and style all just steps away from the top hotels, theaters, shopping and the bustling business district.Having dinner before a show or event? 🎭We are located directly across the street from the CIBC theater & within close proximity to several surrounding venues including the Cadillac Palace Theater, Nederlander Theater and Chicago Theater. To ensure the dinner experience standards we pride ourselves on, please allow at minimum 1.5 hours for your reservation with us.• For 7:00 PM shows: Last seating at 5:45 PM• For 7:30 PM shows: Last seating at 6:15 PM• For 8:00 PM shows: Last seating at 6:45 PM •After these times, pre-theater guests are welcome to enjoy offerings at the bar. We look forward to making your time with us special!
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4.3
Awesome(1448)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 80 times today
Roanoke Restaurant, located in the Loop, is a local favorite known for its excellent service and top-tier culinary offerings. The menu highlights artisan comfort food, signature rotisserie dishes, and hand-crafted cocktails. The restaurant's design features luxurious finishes, copper accents, and warm lighting inspired by the rotisserie and brick oven in the open kitchen. Whether you're enjoying happy hour at the bar, dining by the fireplace for a more intimate experience, or joining the vibrant lunch crowd, Roanoke is an ideal spot to gather with colleagues, friends, or family. The restaurant also offers large event spaces that can accommodate up to 250 people.Guests can enjoy parking validation at the 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, park for free with a $25 meal purchase. Be sure to bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.
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4.6
Exceptional(66)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 11 times today
Industry Ales is your destination in downtown Chicago for delicious food, brews, and cocktails. Featuring a lunch and dinner menu curated by Chef Steven Kowaleski, an in house brewing program from Head Brewer Michael Gretz, and a full craft cocktail program lead by James VanDerBosch. Stop in to see a nod to Chicago's forgotten history in this new elevated take on the classic brewery. It's located in the heart of the loop, just steps from your favorite iconic Chicago landmarks. Industry Ales features a dining room, beer hall, as well as two private dining and event spaces. Whether you join us for a quick lunch, group dinner, or after work libations, we are happy to serve you! Don't miss out on our $5 draft beer happy hour or daily specials, follow us on instagram @industryales for our most up to date offerings. Can't wait for you to join us! Interested in hosting a happy hour or private event? E-mail events@industryales.com to host your next party or gathering with us.
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4.7
Exceptional(2398)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • West Loop
Booked 20 times today
Proxi offers Modern American Cuisine with cooking that reflects the diversity, innovation, and openness of American culture. Proxi showcases seasonal ingredients in an elegant setting, emphasizing open-fire cooking. Located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood along Restaurant Row, Proxi, designed by award-winning Meyer Davis, unites an award-winning team to transport its guests around the world, beginning with cuisine and extending to an eclectic beverage program focused on worldly inspirations and diverse, exotic ingredients. Casual, yet fast-paced service guides Proxi’s international culinary experience, with fine-dining standards and in-depth product knowledge leading the charge, balanced by genuine energy and enthusiasm.
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4.1
Excellent(6383)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 113 times today
STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.
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4.7
Exceptional(500)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • River North (Chicago)
Booked 27 times today
STEAKHOUSE, REDEFINEDA carefully curated theater of shared plates, The Bazaar consistently wows its guests with ingeniously innovative cuisine, thoughtfully created cocktails, theatrical presentations, and attentive yet unfussy service. The Bazaar takes guests on a wild sensory adventure born of José’s Spanish roots, both traditional and avant-garde, in a bold, playful atmosphere where anything is possible. Each location is completely unique, adding a fresh, ever-evolving intrigue to the world of The Bazaar.Underneath sparkling crimson chandeliers designed to mimic the flames of a volcano, sit for a curated tasting menu that weaves from raw preparations to the prized vaca vieja, or ribeye aged to perfection. As the flames in the fire kitchen flicker, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind meal, from inventive takes on carpaccio to the most tender rotisserie-style meat. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

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  • Jan
    St. Louis •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    10/10 would come back again. Good holiday drinks and food was superb. Waitress was busy but managed to continually ask how we were doing. Restaurant stayed on top of the fact we were going to a play later that night and kept us on track to be at theatre on time.
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    The GrillroomPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Loop
    4.6
  • MarlaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •43 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Surprisingly good food for a hotel bar/restaurant. Service was a little slow, probably understaffed, but very pleasant. Would definitely go back.
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    State and Lake Chicago TavernPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / Loop
    4
  • Wendy
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The service was very good. Brookie was attentive and friendly. The food was delicious, and the ambience was lovely. We were in the back room where it was quiet and cozy. Our only surprise was the small portion for the lobster ravioli. My niece is a fairly small 23 year old, and the lobster ravioli was more like a child's portion and didn't fill her up, so we all shared some of our food. However, she said it tasted really good. I would definitely return, but would not get the ravioli.
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    Miss Ricky's TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / Loop
    4.6
  • BarbVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    A group of 5 friends went before a CSO concert. It was a short walk to symphony hall and very festive for the holidays. The service and food were both great. We had the bacon wrapped dates, prosciutto and blue cheese salad, gambas, tuna tartar scallops and paella! All delicious! Thank you.
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    Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• South Loop
    4.3
  • Phil
    Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 28 Nov 2024
    We had their Thanksgiving Buffet. Very reasonably priced. The buffet offered all of your traditional Thanksgiving foods(Turkey, Stuffing, Potatoes and Gravy) along with a very tasty salmon and very well prepared New York Strip. The service was excellant and we would return to try their regular menu
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    Grant Park BistroPrice: Moderate• American• South Loop
    4.2
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