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1. Hawksmoor Chicago
4.5
Awesome(451)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 34 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.
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2. RL Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7405)
Price: Expensive
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 51 times today
If you do not find availability online, please call the restaurant directly at 312-475-1100.Located adjacent to the Ralph Lauren Chicago flagship store on Michigan Avenue, RL Restaurant features the vision and décor of Ralph Lauren in a modern club atmosphere. RL Restaurant offers classic American cuisine inspired by Ralph Lauren’s personal favorites. Seasonal dishes range from a chopped vegetable salad to a lobster roll sandwich, grilled fish of the day and steaks. On the cocktail list, guests can choose from classic drinks and a diverse selection of wines and other fine spirits.
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3. Aba - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(2759)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 232 times today
Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.
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4. PERILLA steakhouse - Riverwalk
4.6
Exceptional(186)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Downtown / Loop
Booked 15 times today
A modern interpretation of the classic Chicago steakhouse inspired by traditional Korean flavors. The MICHELIN-recognized PERILLA brand pays homage to the city’s iconic steakhouse roots while introducing a new iteration of the classic dining concept. Designed to be an energetic and explorative dining experience, the restaurant features custom grill tables and a one of a kind tasting menu featured on the Chef Counter.
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5. Mon Ami Gabi
4.8
Exceptional(8208)
Price: Moderate
• French • Lincoln Park
Booked 74 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. The Bellevue
4.8
Exceptional(196)
Price: Expensive
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 26 times today
Located in the heart of the Gold Coast, The Bellevue is all about the finer things in life. An elevated bar and restaurant with a menu of timeless classics and fresh takes, this is the place for sophisticated socializing.
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7. Geja's Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(5630)
Price: Expensive
• Fondue • Lincoln Park
Booked 38 times today
For over 59 years, fondue dining at Geja’s Café has been a favorite indulgence for Chicagoans as well as out-of-towners. It’s a perfect way to kindle romance, celebrate a special occasion or simply join family and friends for a fun and unforgettable dining experience.To start we offer a Swiss Gruyere cheese fondue, served with fresh breads, fruits and vegetables for dipping. Our crisp house salad, dressed with tangy Dijon vinaigrette, offers a counterpoint to the rich, warm cheese fondue appetizer.Next, you’ll cook your choices of Australian lobster tail, Gulf shrimp, beef tenderloin, fresh sea scallops or boneless chicken breast in a pot of sizzling soybean oil or broth. The main course is served with fresh vegetables and eight gourmet dipping sauces.Our famous chocolate fondue is flamed table-side, and presented with marshmallows for roasting and other delectable dippers.A 4 % operational fee is added to all checks to work in concert with Chicago's One Fair Wage Ordinance.
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8. Michael Jordan's Steakhouse
4.6
Exceptional(5480)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 21 times today
At Michael Jordan's Steak House, we are stewards of legacy rooted in heartfelt hospitality. From the sear on each cut of our Legendary Steak Flight to rolling each piece of our Wagyu Short Rib Truffle Pasta, we strive for the same greatness, spirit and soul that Michael demonstrated on the court. Join us for a romantic date night for a seafood tower garnished with oysters, shrimp and lobster. For a more cozy atmosphere, join us at the bar for a round of our signature cocktails and spirit-free drinks like the Jump Man, Airpresso Martini or Banana Old Fashioned. Break away from a typical brunch with 1-hour bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys alongside Breakfast Burgers. No greater care is taken with private, fine dining in our historic space as we play a part in crafting unforgettable celebrations— from birthdays to anniversaries and every night in between. Rest assured, our team of all-stars will curate an exceptional group dining experience through our 23-Layer Cake for dessert.
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9. North Pond
4.9
Exceptional(4803)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Lincoln Park
Booked 17 times today
Inspired by the market, Chef César Murillo utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season. His tasting menu reflects the Arts & Crafts approach of the dining room - complex layers of subtle craft beneath a simple decorative style. We offer a four-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. The menu is not á la carte, however, it provides options for each of the courses. North Pond is open for dinner Thursday through Sunday beginning at 5:30pm. Sunday Brunch begins at 10:30am and is three-course prix fixe. We do not offer valet parking.Tables in the front room or patio, overlooking the pond, are seated first come, first serve. We do not hold tables. All tables for more than 4 people are seated in our main dining room. We accept reservations for a maximum of 8 people at one table.A cancellation charge of $25 per person is applied to all same day cancellations.
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10. The Capital Grille - Chicago - Downtown
4.8
Exceptional(4707)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 23 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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  • May
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    went here for our anniversary and was not expecting to love it so much. the service was amazing and they really pay attention to detail. the ambiance was perfect and the food really speaks for itself. we were pleasantly surprised at how authentic the flavor is to traditional korean food while fusing the american palette as well. this was the best dining experience we have ever had and we were in such good hands during the whole meal. our server gave us a great recommendation to a dive bar a couple blocks away and we thoroughly enjoyed that as well. i personally think this is the best dining experience i've had in my whole life - from the food (the sesame oil dipping sauce is perfection) to the service. my boyfriend agrees that this was the most perfect way to celebrate our anniversary. we hope we have the opportunity to come again for our next milestone anniversary.
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    PERILLA steakhouse - RiverwalkPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Downtown / Loop
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    4.6
  • leslieVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was our fist time dining at The Hawksmoore. Our server guided us in making the perfect choices for our table of 2 couples. We each ordered our steak of preference and added the mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, creamed spinach. Appetizers she recommended were scallops-delicious! and shrimp which I would skip as they were hard to peel. Everything was excellent and the steaks were cooked perfectly. Sticky toffee pudding and maple pie will make us go back!
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    Hawksmoor ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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    4.5
  • Hanna
    Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The short rib hummus and the truffled salmon were unreal. Harissa Bloody Mary was very good. The Brussels sprouts and the steak and eggs were tasty but nothing extraordinary. The restaurant is so beautiful which really add to the experience. The patio being open in the winter is great, but it could’ve used an extra heater or two in the corners. Overall I am excited to go back and try more things.
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    Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
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    4.8
  • Mark
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I made my reservation in December for Valantine Day. I ask for a special table. I was told they would try to accommodate me. I had no problem with that. What I am mad about is that the sat us at the smallest table in the restaurant. I did say something and did not get a response from anyone. This is not a Lettuce type management deal. I top of that a table next to us kept increasing the volume of talking louder. The other table was fine. We eat at Lettuce restaurants all the time. Management and service always concerned about their client's well-being.
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    Mon Ami GabiPrice: Moderate• French• Lincoln Park
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    4.8
  • Gayle
    Phoenix / Arizona •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Service was outstanding, especially considering our reservation was at 9pm and the staff was working the dinner service for many hours. Unbelievably service oriented. Food was exceptional, as always. The place was packed, and as a result the decibel level was high. It was expensive, but we really enjoyed being taken care of on the night before Valentine’s Day.
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    RL RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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    4.8

Discover best anniversaries restaurants in River North (Chicago)

Celebrating an anniversary in River North, Chicago offers a plethora of exceptional dining experiences tailored to make your special occasion truly unforgettable. The area is renowned for its vibrant dining scene, featuring a diverse array of restaurants that cater specifically to anniversary celebrations, ensuring an atmosphere of romance and exclusivity. These establishments are praised for their exceptional service, exquisite menus, and ambient settings, perfect for creating memorable moments. Whether you prefer gourmet seafood, prime steaks, or unique Asian bistro fare, River North has a dining option to suit your tastes and make your anniversary a lavish affair. Each restaurant in this locale focuses on providing a personalized experience, often highlighted by customers for their attentive staff and beautiful décor. So, for those looking to commemorate their love in the heart of Chicago, River "North offers an array of sophisticated choices that promise to enhance your celebration.

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