Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Portage Park

15 restaurants available nearby

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1. Hemmingway's Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(1225)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Oak Park

Booked 8 times today

At Hemmingway's Bistro the menu combines classic French dishes with the freshest Midwest ingredients. The daily specials reflect the chef's love for fresh seafood. Using mostly East-coast seafood flown in from Boston daily, the chef creates dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans.There is also a Parisian seafood bar offering towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.

2. Citrine Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(1270)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Oak Park

Booked 18 times today

Located in the heart of Oak Park IL, Citrine offers Mediterranean influenced cuisine with American flair. The menu includes seasonal fish and vegetable dishes, braised meats cooked in clay pots and fresh bread from our brick oven.

3. avec River North

4.7

Exceptional(414)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • River North (Chicago)

Booked 86 times today

located in the heart of River North, avec features Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics under the culinary direction of James Beard award-winning chef, Paul Kahan and executive chef Dylan Patel. pair your meal with an incredible array of carefully chosen wines curated by wine director Bret Haire, or simply stop by for a delicious cocktail at our expansive bar.

4. La Perla Chicago

4.4

Awesome(18)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Lake View

Booked 2 times today

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Lakeview East, La Perla Chicago, Restaurant & Lounge offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Under the culinary direction of Chef Edwin, we celebrate the finest ingredients and creative flair to bring you a sophisticated dining experience.Our Grilled Seafood Platter is a must-try, embodying the essence of our fusion menu, designed to tantalize the palate and captivate the senses. The elegant ambiance at La Perla is perfect for any occasion, from a delightful happy hour to a memorable night out. Located just down the street from Wrigley Field, La Perla is the ideal spot to start or end your exploration of Chicago.The atmosphere at La Perla is both chic and welcoming, with special features like our cozy lounge, perfect for an intimate gathering or a relaxing evening under the lights and disco balls. Join us at La Perla, where culinary excellence meets the vibrant spirit of Chicago.

5. Roanoke

4.3

Awesome(1392)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 121 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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6. Maggiano's - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(3909)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 34 times today

Welcome to Maggiano's Little Italy, located in downtown Chicago on the corner of Clark & Grand. Our restaurant is a quick trip from the Water Tower Mall, Navy Pier & the Art Museum. Our dining room is ideal for family-style dining with our Italian–American cuisine, reminiscent of a Sunday night visit to your grandmother’s house -- or as they say in Italy, nonna’s casa! These delicious dishes paired with great service, generous portions and a warm atmosphere keep our guests and their families coming back for more. The outdoor seasonal patio has an old-world feel of dining on the bustling streets of Florence. Join us soon! We look forward to hosting your next business or family gathering.

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7. Hubbard Inn - River North

4.3

Awesome(126)

Price: Expensive

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 88 times today

Located among an ever growing number of River North restaurants in Chicago, Hubbard Inn creates a unique dining experience with delicious options for brunch, dinner, late night dining and everything in between.Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner for two, a table for a large group, or a late night restaurant, Hubbard Inn is the perfect option for out-of-town guests and locals on the hunt for dinner and drinks or a quick bite to eat!

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8. Osteria del Pastaio

4.4

Awesome(1119)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 19 times today

Osteria del Pastaio, specializes in traditional Italian Cuisine. Our menu reflects the culinary team’s passion for using only the freshest ingredients. Our Artisan pastas are made daily, our breads are baked fresh each morning, our seasonal desserts and candies are hand-made. Our soups are all from vegetarian stock and whenever possible our produce comes from local organic farmers. At Osteria del Pastaio we are pleased to bring you the highest quality ingredients in traditional, Italian cuisine.

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9. Fulton Market Kitchen

3.8

Excellent(701)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 2 times today

Inspired by the 1980s NYC art scene and the Wynwood Walls in Miami, Fulton Market Kitchen offers guests the rare opportunity to enjoy dining, drinking, and the work of incredible artists in a single, truly unique setting. Executive FMK presents a refined, contemporary American cuisine with a global influence. We offer seasonal presentations with ingredients sourced from regional farms, local markets, and our neighbors from Fulton Market Street. FMK's Bar Team, delivers one of the West Loop’s most innovative cocktail programs, executed with fresh ingredients and small batch spirits pulled from a carefully curated collection. Together they have developed an impressive spirit list that boasts over 650 bottles with a special focus on hand-selected barrels, limited allocations, and rare vintages.

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10. Eduardo's Enoteca - Gold Coast

4.6

Exceptional(408)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 7 times today

Nestled away in the adorable Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago, Eduardo’s Enoteca offers authentic Italian fare in an intimate setting, akin to the bistros and cafes of Italy itself. Located at the bustling intersection of Dearborn and Division, Eduardo’s serves as a cozy escape from the busy city streets. This romantic Italian wine bar offers a small-batch boutique wine selection, craft cocktails, handmade pizzas and pastas, charcuterie boards, decadent desserts, and seasonally rotating specials.We ask that each party maintains a 90 minute time limit to accommodate and respect reservations of other guests. Tables will be held for 10 minutes after their reservation time. If you are running late please feel free to call us at (312) 337-4490 to let us know and we will push back your reservation time!

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Beckyvip
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had another wonderful meal at Avec! The service was outstanding and the food was delicious.
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avec River NorthPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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Danette
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This place is amazing!! Brand new restaurant, with great food, large portions, and wonderful service! Everything we had was so good! Great sear on the skirt steak with chimichurri sauce, and tuna tartar was tasty! The root vegetable chips are so much better than regular tortilla chips!! Very large portions so you will not leave hungry. We will definitely be visiting again!
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La Perla ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Lake View
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4.4
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Joy
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic pre-show dinner! The roasted salmon on pesto mashed potatoes was the best I’ve ever had. Wonderful waiter who brought our food in a timely manner without making us feel rushed. Definitely recommend!
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RoanokePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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4.3
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Laura
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Really amazing service and food. We had drinks and appetizers before going to the Arts Center including the Serbian bread and a plate with speck and burrata and everything was delicious. It’s such a pretty room with a great soundtrack and atmosphere and the service was so personal. It was one of the top restaurant experiences I’ve probably ever had.
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Citrine CafePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Oak Park
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4.8
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Chicagovip
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Was generally welcoming and nice. Couple of dishes were not as wonderful as expected though a couple were great. Will come back. O
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Hemmingway's BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Oak Park
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4.6

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Hemmingway's Bistro

2. Citrine Cafe

3. avec River North

4. La Perla Chicago

5. Roanoke

6. Maggiano's - Chicago

7. Hubbard Inn - River North

8. Osteria del Pastaio

9. Fulton Market Kitchen

10. Eduardo's Enoteca - Gold Coast

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