Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Uptown

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1. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(8834)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 120 times today

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

2. LUXBAR

4.6

Exceptional(2840)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 76 times today

The quintessential American bar, LUXBAR features seasonal and classic cocktails made from freshly pressed juices, premium ice, house made shrubs, and an extensive selection of spirits that runs especially deep in whiskey and bourbon. A "Build Your Own Manhattan" menu, thoughtful, approachable wine list, and beer menu with vintage and local options make the bar a go-to for casual, mid-week drinks and bites with friends, watching weekend sports and post-shopping. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

3. Daisies Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(171)

Price: Expensive

• American • Logan Square

Booked 73 times today

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

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4. Farm Bar - Lakeview

4.7

Exceptional(184)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 37 times today

Farm Bar is a neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant with locations in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We serve approachable midwestern fair with local, organic ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Mineral Point Wisconsin. Stop by for dinner to indulge in our Classic Burger and famous Wisconsin Cheese Curds, or bring the whole family for lunch. Our mixologists behind the bar will happily shake up handcrafted cocktails or pour a glass of local wine to pair with brunch on the weekends. Join us for homestyle cooking, friendly faces and a table that feels like home. We limit our environmental footprint by using a digital menu linked to our tables with a QR code. We understand that some guests may require a paper menu, and one can be provided with a list of standards items upon request. In order to meet added costs from the city, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We understand that rising costs affect our guests too, so we will remove this fee upon request.

5. Mon Ami Gabi

4.8

Exceptional(8044)

Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 68 times today

Honoring classic French cuisine, Mon Ami Gabi is a traditional French bistro located in the heart of Lincoln Park. Our menu features simple French food including Steak Frites, fresh seafood, exquisite bites, and French rolling wine carts. Valet is located at the corner of Lincoln Park West and Belden for $17 cash or Zelle. During the holiday season, for all parties of 9 or more, we ask our guests to call the restaurant directly to book a reservation.Did you know that you can use Lettuce gift cards for carryout and delivery? Just place your order through Lettuce website, the LettuceEats app or any Lettuce restaurant website.

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6. Le Colonial - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(7840)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 83 times today

Heralded as an escapist's paradise, Le Colonial is a celebration of the seductive spirit and vivid flavors of Vietnam. The restaurant opened on iconic Oak Street in March 2019, after moving from its location of over 20 years on Rush Street. Le Colonial features a dining room, an all-season terrace overlooking Oak Street, an evocative bar/lounge, and The Monkey Parlour (a private dining room with seating for up to 12 guests).

7. Boka

4.8

Exceptional(7136)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lincoln Park

Booked 53 times today

Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.

8. Mott Street

4.7

Exceptional(1031)

Price: Expensive

• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 50 times today

Supremely Asian American. Eastern cooking technique. Taking inspiration from the night markets of Asia and his Korean-American childhood, Chef Edward Kim pairs eastern cooking techniques with Chicago ingredients to create umami-laden flavors, juxtaposing tastes and textures for a wildly exciting menu. A festive and lively dining scene is anchored by a well-lauded bar program and an open pantry, inviting our guests further into the kitchen experience. Like a nightly Asian Thanksgiving, expect Feast-Style dining, rolling up your sleeves, passing plates with your neighbors, getting sauce on your face - if you’re having a good time you’re doing it right.

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9. Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(5365)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 39 times today

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House opened its doors in February 1997 in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, next to sister restaurant Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse. Over Enjoy the city's finest seafood restaurant, Hugo's continues to be the destination for premier east and west coast oysters, crudos, frog legs, lobster and seasonal fish and shellfish, in addition to Gibsons Prime Angus and Gibsons Grassfed Australian steaks. An extensive wine list, classic cocktail list and selection of impressive signature desserts accompany the menu of fresh seafood, steaks and chops. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available. Gluten-free and vegan options available. Happy Hour Sun-Thurs, 3-6pm.

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10. Adorn Bar & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(544)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 14 times today

Led by Chef Richie Farina, Adorn Restaurant presents ingredient-driven menus and customizable fine-dining experiences take the familiar and adorn it with unexpected flavors and presentations that will surprise and delight. Built in Chicago’s most inventive and lauded Michelin kitchens, Chef Farina is rooted in the culinary community and offers a taste of Chicago's unique spirit.Adorn Bar is where tradition meets innovation, celebrating a new era of craft cocktails that pay homage to the classics.

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Brian
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Madison was out server and she was fantastic, patient and knew her craft. The food outstanding, the services top notch, definitely a good place for dinner!
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Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.7
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Maddievip
Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food and wonderful service! Will definitely be coming back here again
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Farm Bar - LakeviewPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.7
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Nelsonvip
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It’s crazy to think there are only three of these restaurants left in the world. We used to go to the Oak Brook location but now we finally got to visit the one in Chicago. We were pleasantly surprised to find out that this was the original one. It’s a classic French bistro fare with amazing servers and food. I highly recommend the steak and frites! make sure to get your reservation early because we had to dine at 4:45 PM due to later dinner times not being available
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Mon Ami GabiPrice: Moderate• French• Lincoln Park
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4.8
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Naomivip
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This place is definitely worth the hype. Went on a Saturday night, and at first I was worried because of how crowded it was and how loud it was. My worries were unfounded - the service was speedy and accurate, the entrees had a very reasonable portion size, and all the food was delicious. While it was a little difficult to hear conversation at my immediate table, the high energy and kindness of the wait staff was enough to make this a very pleasurable dining experience.
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LUXBARPrice: Moderate• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.6
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Brea
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
My friend and I had a fantastic experience at Daisies last night! I moved to Logan Square about four months ago and this restaurant came highly recommended by so many. The ravioli and the rigatoni were absolutely divine! So wonderful to have this gem just a few blocks away. Highly recommend!
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Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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4.7

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116 restaurants available nearby

1. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

2. LUXBAR

3. Daisies Chicago

4. Farm Bar - Lakeview

5. Mon Ami Gabi

6. Le Colonial - Chicago

7. Boka

8. Mott Street

9. Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Chicago

10. Adorn Bar & Restaurant

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