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1. Three Dots and a Dash
4.8
Exceptional(1883)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)
Booked 51 times today
With a secret alleyway entrance, Three Dots and a Dash is a speakeasy-style take on the traditional island bar—ready to transport you to the glamorous bygone eras of Trader Vic, Stephen Crane and Don the Beachcomber. Descend underground to discover a subterranean hideaway featuring a rum-soaked menu of more than two dozen classic, modern and original tropical cocktails and a selection of island fare. We are a 21+ venue.
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2. Upstairs at The Gwen
4.1
Excellent(270)
Price: Expensive
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 12 times today
Experience the premier terrace in River North, located on the 5th floor of The Gwen, a one MICHELIN Key hotel, nestled along the iconic Magnificent Mile! Savor creative cocktails and indulge in delicious small and large plates crafted by Executive Chef Matt Jergens, all while enjoying the warm ambiance of our firepits and the stunning backdrop of towering skyscrapers. Our candlelit indoor lounge and bar offer the perfect setting to unwind, relax, and embrace the good life!Join us on the weekends for Chicago's liveliest, most unique tea service, Tipsy Tea! Featuring scrumptious savory and sweet bites, bottomless beverages, a DJ spinning, and a special themed menu every month, this is one pinkies-down tea service you will never forget!
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3. Sunda New Asian – River North
4.6
Exceptional(7462)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 64 times today
Located in the bustling River North dining scene, Sunda offers a vibrant Southeast Asian dining experience, blending the flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Thailand, and beyond. We elevate culturally significant dishes using high-quality ingredients and modern techniques. Our beverage program includes signature handcrafted cocktails, a robust sake and wine selection, and Asian whiskies and beers. Join us for weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 2pm, or stop by during happy hour Monday to Friday from 4-6pm featuring $6 bar bites, handrolls, and beer, $9 cocktails and wine, and $10 sake. Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.
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4. Ocean Prime - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(3642)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / Loop
Booked 38 times today
Located on the second level of the LondonHouse building on the corner of Michigan & Wacker, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptionalambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.
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5. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse
4.7
Exceptional(5738)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 64 times today
In A World Of All-Natural Cleanses, Organic Stores And Paleo Diets, Prime & Provisions' Beef Program Contributes To The Clean-Eating Lifestyle By Serving 100% All Natural Linz Heritage Usda Prime Black Angus Beef. We Are Proudly The First Steakhouse In Chicago To Offer Beef From The "Never-Ever" Program Which Linz Heritage Angus Prides Itself On.
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6. Mercadito - River North
4.6
Exceptional(6346)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • River North (Chicago)
Booked 80 times today
We are the city’s top Mexican restaurant for authentic modern cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal cocktails, located in the heart of River North. Our culinary team features popular Mexican dishes, including our signature tacos, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole, ceviche, esquites and more.Mercadito's lounge is nestled in the lower level of Mercadito. It offers a speakeasy-style experience with a chic and exclusive ambiance. The space features banquet-style booths and dim lighting that enhances the elegant wood furniture, creating an inviting and intimate atmosphere. Once inside, guests can enjoy the full Mercadito menu, with the same delectable cuisine and beverages that our restaurant is known for.
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7. Sunda New Asian - Fulton Market
4.6
Exceptional(262)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • West Loop
Booked 45 times today
Located in Chicago’s culinary destination, Fulton Market, Sunda offers a vibrant Southeast Asian dining experience, blending the flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Thailand, and beyond. We elevate culturally significant dishes using high-quality ingredients and modern techniques. Our beverage program includes signature handcrafted cocktails, a robust sake and wine selection, and Asian whiskies and beers. Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.
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8. PERILLA fare - West Loop
4.7
Exceptional(435)
Price: Expensive
• Korean • West Town
Booked 21 times today
Located in the West Loop of Downtown Chicago, PERILLA fare offers Korean American cuisine centered around a communal dining experience inspired by classic Korean flavors and traditional ingredients. With an emphasis and focus on quality and premium selection of meats for Korean BBQ, Chef Andrew Lim and the team proudly works with local farms and quality importers to provide our guests with an adventurous culinary experience. We offer an expansive beverage list which includes handcrafted cocktails, craft beers, a curated wine list, and hand selected imported sojus and makgeolli. Our menu accommodates all dietary restrictions with a focus on vegetarian options including locally sourced mushrooms. We are excited to welcome you in to our warm and inviting space featuring artwork from local artists. Located in River West / Fulton Market area
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9. Bar Louie - Dearborn Station
3.1
Good(12)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Loop
Booked 4 times today
At Bar Louie, we're passionate about delivering flavor packed experiences. Defined by our award-winning handcrafted martinis and cocktails, our lunch, dinner and happy hours elevate the top-shelf bar experience. In a vibrant atmosphere energized by our local community, we serve all guests looking to create unforgettable moments - making us the go-to-spot for all occasions, from a spontaneous happy hour hangout to a celebratory spot for milestone events.
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10. Farm Bar - Lakeview
4.7
Exceptional(211)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 54 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.

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  • Diana
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Very lovely tea service but a bit pricy for what you get. I wish they would make the teas from loose leaf and more finger sandwiches.
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    Upstairs at The GwenPrice: Expensive• American• River North (Chicago)
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    4.1
  • Scott
    San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Love Sunda - got engaged in the party room upstairs and last night had our anniversary dinner, also where we had our first date.
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    Sunda New Asian – River NorthPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Asian• River North (Chicago)
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    4.6
  • OpenTable DinerVIP
    Philadelphia County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderful drinks and service. Great playlist! I was shazaming like crazy. We just need some Cuban rum in here and life would be perfect…. Thanks, America. -____-
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    Three Dots and a DashPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• River North (Chicago)
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    4.8
  • Emily
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Micheal our server went above and beyond to make my husband and I feel special during a very luxurious lunch to celebrate his 60th birthday. We tried Eve egg luxury bite and loved them all. The wagyu tartar and king crab and potato skin w caviar were our favorites. Oysters were stellar! Beet and apple salad was a refreshing bridge between our small bites and steak with lobster tail. And the au gratin potatoes and mushroom sides were each beyond outstanding.
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    Prime & Provisions SteakhousePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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    4.7
  • PaulVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Our server, Angelica, really made for a delightful evening. We celebrated my husband's birthday and enjoyed everything from the icy-cold martinis to the appetizers to the two entrees we ordered - one seafood, one steak. Only downside to the experience was that the lovely downtown view was marred by the sight of Rump Tower, but they gladly changed tables for us when we let them know that the very sight of that name tends to make us sick to our stomachs. Thank you for making a special evening. We'll be back - and again ask for a table where we don't have to see that horrid sign.
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    Ocean Prime - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / Loop
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    4.7

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