Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Lower West Side

93 restaurants available nearby

1. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2637)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 108 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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2. Pizzeria Portofino

4.8

Exceptional(1550)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 92 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.

3. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5591)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 72 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.

4. Gibsons Italia

4.8

Exceptional(3988)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 66 times today

Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

5. River Roast

4.5

Awesome(3321)

Price: Expensive

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 35 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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6. El Che Steakhouse & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2097)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 33 times today

Located just beyond the West Loop’s famed “restaurant row,” El Che Steakhouse & Bar is Chicago's go-to destination for steak, seafood, and live-fire cooking. The restaurant is modeled after Executive Chef/Partner John Manion’s fascination with Argentinean asados: traditional backyard barbecues surrounding the flame. A 12-foot custom-built grill serves as the centerpiece for this downtown asado which embraces South American-tinged meats, seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and of course, steak. The hearth also serves as the heart of the restaurant’s experiences such as dining at the Hearth Table. Join us for happy hour at our cocktail bar, featuring signature cocktails and fiery bar bites or indulge in a glass of wine from the country’s only South American wine list. No matter what you choose, El Che brings the heat seven nights a week.For large groups, private events, birthdays, or celebrations, email us info@elchechicago.com.

7. RPM Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(1651)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • River North (Chicago)

Booked 61 times today

Introducing RPM Seafood, a dramatic multi-level restaurant overlooking the iconic Chicago River featuring the truest expression of the world’s best fish and seafood.The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Italian, it marks the third collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

8. Bar La Rue

4.6

Exceptional(191)

Price: Expensive

• French American • West Loop

Booked 12 times today

Bar La Rue celebrates French-American cuisine with an inventive cocktail program in the heart of Fulton Market. The stylish space boasts a beautiful all-season, street-side, walk-in-friendly pergola bar and dining area, perfect for a cozy patio experience. The menu incorporates French plays on approachable American comfort foods, offering an inviting setting for lunch, brunch, or dinner. Whether you're enjoying cocktails at the bar, celebrating birthdays, or planning a romantic date, Bar La Rue provides a Mediterranean-inspired atmosphere perfect for any occasion.

9. Lýra

4.7

Exceptional(1999)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • West Loop

Booked 41 times today

Lýra in Chicago is a perfect spot for celebrating birthdays. As per the reviews, customers have had a delightful experience celebrating their special days here. The staff is accommodating and goes out of their way to make the birthday celebration memorable, even offering birthday sparklers. The food is praised as amazing, and the atmosphere is vibrant. Overall, Lýra is highly recommended for any occasion, including birthdays.

10. La Serre

4.6

Exceptional(437)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Loop

Booked 44 times today

Inspired by the coastal regions of Provence and Saint-Tropez, La Serre, located in Fulton Market, invites guests into a lush and colorful greenhouse setting. The culinary approach highlights the light and vibrant cuisine of Provence, with a focus on native techniques and ingredients, offering lighter takes on the dishes of the French-Mediterranean landscape. Fresh vegetables, seafood, and all-natural Black Angus beef are expertly prepared on the kitchen’s hardwood charcoal hearth, infusing each dish with incredible wood and charcoal flavors, elevating the ingredients without heavy sauces or seasonings.Whether you're enjoying steak, seafood, or Mediterranean-inspired dishes, La Serre is the perfect destination for romantic dinners, dates, birthdays, or fine dining. The bar offers expertly crafted cocktails and drinks, providing the ideal atmosphere for any occasion, from a casual night out to an elegant celebration.

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Brenda
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined today
From the friendly and welcoming reception staff to the awesome waitress my experience was wonderful! It was my first visit and my server gets an A+ for her recommendations! I dined alone and the atmosphere and ambiance was welcoming and un rushed. And my meal was scrumptious! I’ll definitely return!
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Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
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4.8
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KellyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Love Pizzeria Portofino's riverfront location & we were seated on the enclosed "patio" which was very nice but a little chilly. Also a bit loud. But the cocktails & food more than made up for that. I highly recommend the limoncello spritz - it's amazing! We had charred pepperoni pizza, vodka pasta pasta, octopus & arugula salad. All were good but the pizza was the star of our meal. Our server was excellent. We'll be back without a doubt.
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Pizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.8
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Anne
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing food Great for families. Great servers and drinks.
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Duck Duck GoatPrice: Expensive• Chinese• West Loop
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4.8
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jamesVIP
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Favorite restaurant among the thousands in Chicago - outstanding food, ambience, beautiful view of the river running through the downtown, and superb waitstaff with an especially big shoutout to the very attentive Yasori(?).
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Gibsons ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.8
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Richard
Tampa / Central Florida West •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We sat at the bar and did an array of items including the charcuterie board and grilled octopus/ Joe the bartender was outstandingly pleasant, friendly and professional. We had a wonderful time.
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River RoastPrice: Expensive• American• River North (Chicago)
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4.5

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93 restaurants available nearby

1. Aba - Chicago

2. Pizzeria Portofino

3. Duck Duck Goat

4. Gibsons Italia

5. River Roast

6. El Che Steakhouse & Bar

7. RPM Seafood

8. Bar La Rue

9. Lýra

10. La Serre

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