Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Little Italy / University Village

89 restaurants available nearby

1. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14819)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 165 times today

Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.

2. La Serre

4.6

Exceptional(407)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Loop

Booked 94 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.

3. Cabra - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(3023)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • West Loop

Booked 46 times today

Perched atop the Hoxton Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Fulton Market, Cabra Chicago is a lively rooftop escape, inspired by the bold and vibrant flavors of Peruvian cuisine. Led by James Beard Award and Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard, alongside longtime partners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group, Cabra serves up crave-worthy dishes in a colorful and energetic setting. The restaurant’s airy, plant-filled ambiance, paired with its open kitchen and sweeping city views, creates a dynamic dining experience. Guests can savor a variety of shareable plates, from ceviches to savory meats, all bursting with the rich, fresh flavors of Peru.

4. Fioretta

4.6

Exceptional(795)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • West Loop

Booked 79 times today

Fioretta is reminiscent of a new-age Copacabana, celebrating old-world Italian cuisine with an opulent twist, a steady flow of impressive cocktails and wine, world-class live entertainment, and a glamorous vibe cast over the entire experience.Seamlessly blending steakhouse fare with elevated versions of old-world Italian cuisine with help from Italian-American Chef, Joe Rizza. The menu pays homage to the Italian immigrants who graciously first introduced Americans to southern Italian classics. Fioretta’s custom-built solid-fuel hearth and open kitchen allows Rizza and his culinary team to impart superb flavor, char and texture to each dish. The menu strives to strike the perfect balance between nostalgia and innovation.

5. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5556)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 127 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.

6. Kōmo

4.5

Awesome(138)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 8 times today

Komo is a boundless Japanese dining experience in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago. Known for his exceptional reputation of all things sushi, Executive Chef Macku Chan showcases a new dimension to his cuisine, combining seasonal ingredients for a modern take on traditional Japanese cuisine. Each dish is unique and incorporates creative and playful elements.

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7. El Che Steakhouse & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2061)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 73 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.

8. Nobu Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(2055)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 86 times today

OPEN FOR LUNCH 7 Days a weekCentrally located in Chicago's West Loop, Nobu Chicago playfully blends elements of old world Japanese and new world utilitarian.

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9. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(5543)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 94 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.

10. Elske

4.7

Exceptional(1197)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Loop

Booked 20 times today

PLEASE NOTE: **We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten free, dairy free, nut/peanut free & shellfish free diets. Before booking, please email us at info@elskerestaurant.com regarding any restrictions that are not listed above. We may be unable to accommodate certain restrictions, or diners with multiple restrictions.** Elske means love in Danish, a nod to both David Posey’s Danish mother and the fact that the couple got engaged in Copenhagen. “Our travels in Denmark have really influenced us,” Chef Posey said. “We like that clean, simple aesthetic.” The dining room — all crisp lines, minimalist décor & soft lighting — is anchored by a wide open kitchen on one side & a small patio with a working fireplace on the other. Combined with the friendly service, it creates the impression that you’re eating in a supremely tasteful Scandinavian friend’s weekend home.

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Brianna
Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
All the servers were great and attentive. We were given great recommendations for what to get it being our first time there. We did end up ordering too much for us, but it was worth the try. The ambiance of the restaurant is chill and fun.
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Cabra - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• West Loop
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4.7
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Kenvip
Chicago / Illinois •72 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I cannot count the number of visits we've had to The Girl and the Goat, but it continues to be a favorite for both personal and professional dining. I brought three colleagues, who have never been, to the restaurant for dinner. One diner is vegetarian, but there are menu offerings and options available to provide them with enough to eat. All three were quite impressed with the food. My only complaint would be our table was right next to the kitchen, which can be loud. However, we made due, and had an enjoyable meal. Service is always very good, and the cocktails are fun. If you're interested in dining, make sure you book way ahead, as there is almost no chance to get a table day of.
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Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.8
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Melissa
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Best potstickers I’ve ever had! Everything is delicious you can’t go wrong.
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Duck Duck GoatPrice: Expensive• Chinese• West Loop
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4.8
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Jordan
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Recently had a great experience at Fioretta. Jose was our server and he did an outstanding job. He took such good care of our table and explained the menu thoroughly as well. Can’t wait to go back!
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FiorettaPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• West Loop
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4.6
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Elizabethvip
Chicago / Illinois •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had a great dinner here - our server was super attentive and gave great recommendations. Great meal and great experience!
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La SerrePrice: Expensive• French• West Loop
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4.6

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89 restaurants available nearby

1. Girl & the Goat

2. La Serre

3. Cabra - Chicago

4. Fioretta

5. Duck Duck Goat

6. Kōmo

7. El Che Steakhouse & Bar

8. Nobu Chicago

9. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse

10. Elske

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