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1. Buona Terra
4.8
Exceptional(271)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irving Park
Booked 15 times today
As one of the most beloved (and highest-rated) Italian restaurants in Chicago for over 22 years, the historic Buona Terra continues to serve scratch made pastas, brick oven pizza, fresh fish and seafood options as well as chops and steaks. The wine selection is meticulously chosen (and inspired by our yearly trips to Italy for the Vin Italy fair) to pair with our different plates made with the freshest ingredients. Chef Chepe sources fresh items from the market daily. He butchers our fish and meats daily, makes all of our sauces and soups in house and most of our deserts. You might note that you see familiar faces as our servers have been with us since we opened our doors.Whether you've been here a hundred times or tonight is the first visit, we think that you'll "Come for the food, leave as a friend".
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2. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba
4.8
Exceptional(9249)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Lincoln Park
Booked 193 times today
Cancellation policy: For parties of 5+ you need to cancel by 9am on the day of your reservation, otherwise it is a $25 fee. For smaller parties, please give us one hour in advance, in the event of a last minute cancellation or no show it is a $25 fee. Located in Lincoln Park, the All-Season Courtyard and Dining Rooms at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! are open with our new AIRPHX Air Filtration System. Your health is our top priority in all that we do. Steps we are taking: disposable and digital menus, continuous sanitation procedures & hand washing.
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3. Mirra
4.7
Exceptional(82)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Bucktown / Wicker Park
Booked 56 times today
Mirra is centered around the excitement of exploring the South Asian and Mexican culinary and collaboration that is really an unknown story up north. A la carte service, wine-focused with a small curated cocktail menu. Our chef's counter will offer a casual prix fixe experience for guests to enjoy. Mirra is a space that is warm, cozy, and comforting, whilst simultaneously executing a bold and vibrant food and beverage program. Mirra is a unique representation of how 2 different cultures can be 1 presented to you by Rishi Kumar, Zubair Mohajir, and David Mor.
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4. Akahoshi Ramen
4.8
Exceptional(348)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Logan Square
Booked 15 times today
Akahoshi Ramen is a humble ramen shop in the city of Chicago. Everything is made in the restaurant, including all soups, seasonings, toppings, and noodles. We are not an authentic ramen shop, though we value the history of ramen, and our ramen is influenced by its past and its future potential. The dish, popularized in Japan after World War 2, is symbolic of both struggle and perseverance. It is both a simple dish, and a fantastically complex one that we treat with reverence and respect. Roughly translating to “Red Star,” the name “Akahoshi” is a love letter to two cities; Sapporo, Hokkaido, where red stars adorn city monuments, and Chicago, Illinois, where the red star decorates the city flag. Our ramen is influenced by Japanese and American ideals in cooking. We hope you will join us to enjoy a bowl of ramen, made with the respect and passion it deserves.
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5. Summer House - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(7831)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincoln Park
Booked 269 times today
Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Summer House is the place for sunshine all year round. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Reserve your table today and be transported to the West Coast by the beach house decor, retractable glass ceiling, and all-season courtyard. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.
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6. Alma
4.7
Exceptional(117)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Wrigleyville
Booked 9 times today
Alma is located on the second floor of Hotel Zachary
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7. Bamboo Club
4.4
Awesome(579)
Price: Moderate
• Pizza Bar • Wrigleyville
Booked 276 times today
✨🎄🎅If you're booking for Nov 21 through Jan 5, Bamboo will be running as Santa Baby, Chicago's Favorite Christmas Pop-Up Experience!In December all reservations & walk-ins may be subject to a cover charge. The cover charge is per person & includes a complimentary alcoholic beverage (or a Santa's Treat for kids). The cover charge will start at $5 per person (applicable for ages 12+) & the dates it is implemented may vary. We can't wait to welcome you!
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8. The Duplex
4.2
Awesome(268)
Price: Moderate
• American • Logan Square
Booked 27 times today
Located in the heart of Logan Square, The Duplex is a Black-Owned innovative dining experience that serves as an inclusive space to gather, indulge, dance, network and grow - no matter where you come from!
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9. SUSHI-SAN - Lincoln Park
4.8
Exceptional(172)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Lincoln Park
Booked 84 times today
Serving up the best sushi in Chicago and binchotan roasted meats using the freshest ingredients we can find, all with a side of old-school hip-hop and ice-cold beer.
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10. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA
4.5
Awesome(81)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Logan Square
Booked 26 times today
PARKING AVAILABLE IN MOVIE THEATER PARKING LOT ACROSS THE STREET. Parking is 75 cents per hourNow offering daily a 3 Course pre-fixed EARLY BIRD menu for $39.00 from 4-6PM. This menu is also available for Takeout. We are also doing free delivery within a ONE mile radius of the restaurant. “Girasole” stands for sunflower in Italian. A flower that grows in abundance in fields all across 4 different provinces in northern Italy. A classic northern Italian trattoria with daily fresh ingredients & house made pasta dishes served w/ stellar service & exceptional wine & specialty drinks. Providing our guests the best in Italian cuisine we have to offer with a combination of 50 years of experience. We have 2 separate dining rooms for you to enjoy a wonderful family meal or for an impressive 1st date dinner before heading across the street to catch a movie at the theater! Our lovely & inviting space offers a full sidewalk cafe patio & a more private 2nd floor terrace patio.

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  • jamesvip
    Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I’ve been to some of the best and hardest restaurants to get into in. This is one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Completely blown away. The flavors were very unique. The spice was perfect. If I’m being picky though the waiter didn’t ask us one time how the food was. Not much conversation. I understand how crazy busy it is but there should be something other than taking our order. He was really nice though. I already made 2 more reservations. 😂
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    MirraPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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    4.7
  • William
    Nebraska •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    My all time favorite spot to eat and entertain in Chicago! With so many choices Cafe Ba-ba-Reeba NEVER misses!!! Great food! Great vibe!!! 10 out of 10!!!
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    Café Ba-Ba-ReebaPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Lincoln Park
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    4.8
  • Sandyvip
    Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had a great experience at Akahoshi Ramen. Casper was wonderful and attentive! We sat at the counter and enjoyed sipping on our delicious cocktails as we watched the ramen being made! My husband enjoyed the midwestern ramen and I had the Akahoshi. It was SO delicious that my husband had a second round of ramen. HIGHLY recommend and cannot wait to visit here again. Until then, I’ll be dreaming about it.
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    Akahoshi RamenPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Logan Square
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    4.8
  • JOHNvip
    Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Our waiter James B. was wonderful helpful, patient and fast. The entree’, ravioli, while delicious was not as hot as it should have been and the charge was removed. The guacamole was tops, the soups were delicious and both were enjoyable. The booth was perfect for us and noise level was conversational friendly.
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    Summer House - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• American• Lincoln Park
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    4.6
  • Giannavip
    Chicago / Illinois •52 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 13 Nov 2024
    Best soups ! Delicious bean & escarole for starter. The hot bread and roasted garlic is addictive it’s so good.Then a fantastic pizza. Asked for anchovies and extra basil, done. So accommodating. Great service always. Can’t stop returning driving from lakefront. Worth the drive every time.
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    Buona TerraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Irving Park
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    4.8

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