Best Family Style Restaurants in River North (Chicago)

66 restaurants available nearby

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1. Pizzeria Portofino

4.7

Exceptional(1471)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 169 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.

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2. Quartino - Chicago

4.5

Awesome(10910)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 156 times today

Quartino Ristorante is a lively, authentic Italian restaurant and wine bar in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Our menu features Italy's regional specialties including artisanal salumi, Neapolitan thin-crust pizza, house-made pasta, and seasonal dishes. Menu items, served in moderate portions and meant to be shared, are perfect for adventurous diners ready for a unique experience.

3. Ummo

4.3

Awesome(470)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 36 times today

UMMO is a contemporary Italian restaurant that unlocks the vibrant flavors of regional Italian cuisine in a colorful, beautifully imagined space.At UMMO, we present contemporary Italian cuisine that seamlessly combines his passion for Italian and American cultures. With a focus on simplicity and quality ingredients sourced from around the globe, UMMO offers fine, house-made pastas, decadent cheese and meat selections, vibrant vegetables, hearty proteins, delicate seafood, and more. As the menu changes frequently to reflect seasonal and new discoveries, guests can experience the full breadth of what Italy has to offer.Join us at UMMO for an unforgettable culinary journey.

4. Hawksmoor Chicago

4.4

Awesome(293)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 78 times today

Welcome to Hawksmoor Chicago, where we bring our acclaimed steakhouse experience from the UK to the iconic LaSalle Powerhouse in River North. Our ethos is simple: ‘Buy the best and let it shine.’ We serve all-natural, pasture-reared, dry-aged beef from US family-run farms, cooked over charcoal and seasoned simply with sea salt. Our seafood, sourced from trusted Northeastern fishermen, is prepared with equal care.In our 16,500 sq ft space, featuring barrel-vaulted ceilings and touches from the Golden Age of Travel, Hawksmoor is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re stopping by for cocktails, a casual lunch or a special celebration, we make sure you leave full and happy. We also offer private dining for groups of 10 to full venue buy-outs for 500—ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.And don’t miss our Sunday Roast: dry-aged beef, beef-dripping potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and bone marrow gravy—something like a Thanksgiving dinner every Sunday.

5. il Porcellino

4.7

Exceptional(4169)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 120 times today

Il Porcellino, located in the heart of River North in downtown Chicago, is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic Italian-American comfort food in a casual setting. Our seasonal menu focuses on housemate pastas, vegetable antipasti and daily specials, all crafted with ingredients sourced from quality artisans, purveyors, and local farmers. The fun and approachable wine program encourages sharing with selections primarily from Italy. As a way to offset rising costs associated with the restaurant (food, beverage, labor, benefits, supplies), we have added a 3% surcharge to all checks. We do this in lieu of increased menu prices. You may request to have this taken off your check, should you choose.

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6. TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(3192)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 45 times today

TAO Chicago offers guests a sensual trip through the cuisines of Asia. The design-driven restaurant and adjoining nightclub is inspired by the original TAO locations in New York City, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. TAO Chicago features multiple levels, creating dynamic spaces within the historic building’s shell, while adding TAO’s Asian-influenced DNA to the restaurant, lounge and nightclub including murals by artist Hush and TAO’s signature 16-foot-tall Quan Yin statue anchoring one end of the dining room. TAO Chicago’s restaurant menu, created by TAO Group Partner and Chef Ralph Scamardella , is complete with Pan-Asian offerings from the sea, sky and land including signature dishes like Satay of Chilean Sea Bass, Crispy Rice Tuna and a Wagyu Rib-Eye.

7. avec River North

4.7

Exceptional(413)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • River North (Chicago)

Booked 109 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.

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8. Sunda New Asian – River North

4.6

Exceptional(7400)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 69 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.

9. Tanta

4.7

Exceptional(5054)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 63 times today

Tanta is dedicated to sharing the flavors and culture of Peru with Chicago, serving authentic Peruvian dishes and beverages in an approachable, fun and casual downtown setting. We provide service that is casual yet knowledgeable, genuine and attentive, utilizing locally sourced products and vendors that are sensitive to sustainable farming and fishing.Tanta has two Chef’s Tables that each seat up to 10 people. These tables are located in our main dining room in between our open kitchen and cebiche bar which allows you and your guests to experience our chefs creating Peruvian cuisine while you dine.The menu, created by Acurio and Tanta Chicago Chef Tito Rocha, takes diners on a voyage through Peru via its food. From the Pacific Ocean, through the Andes, to the desert, to the Amazon, Tanta celebrates the diverse landscape and ethnicities that make up Peru’s culture.

10. Balena Pop-Up

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Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 1 time today

Boka Restaurant Group is thrilled to announce a special week-long Balena Pop-Up, running from January 19-26 at The Wellsley, located at 504 N. Wells Street in River North. This highly anticipated event brings back one of Chicago’s most beloved dining destinations for a limited time, honoring the spirit and legacy of Balena!

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Diane
Chicago / Illinois •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Dinner was terrific. Started with excellent cocktails, Caesar salad and cheese bread. There were four of us and everyone enjoyed their entrées. The best part of the evening was our server, Lynn, who was knowledgeable and professional. If you go to this restaurant ask for her!
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il PorcellinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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csnyder023
Cincinnati / Dayton •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lulu was very knowledgeable and attentive. We loved her guidance throughout the meal and would absolutely request her again! The food was divine and the wine selection was vast. I haven’t been back since 2018 and am so glad we got to visit this trip! We will be back :)
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Quartino - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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Barbara
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Ummo is always a wonderful place to spend a couple of hours and enjoy high quality food. Ingredients and their provenance are a plus in this restaurant. Staff is not always in line to the expectations - need more professionalism and probably additional training
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UmmoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.3
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Timvip
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Love the upscale pub decor. Som let us try a few wines before ordering a nice Vermentino and Barbera. Good Ceasar salad. The chicken was wonderful and large portion. The lobster Louie had tons of lobster. Veg Wellington was excellent. Nice job.
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Hawksmoor ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.4
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Ezgi
Miami - Dade •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Had an amazing dining experience at Portofino today! The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The service was attentive and friendly, making the experience even better. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely return!
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Pizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7

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66 restaurants available nearby

1. Pizzeria Portofino

2. Quartino - Chicago

3. Ummo

4. Hawksmoor Chicago

5. il Porcellino

6. TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago

7. avec River North

8. Sunda New Asian – River North

9. Tanta

10. Balena Pop-Up

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