Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Old Town

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1. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(8816)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 136 times today

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

2. LUXBAR

4.6

Exceptional(2834)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 106 times today

The quintessential American bar, LUXBAR features seasonal and classic cocktails made from freshly pressed juices, premium ice, house made shrubs, and an extensive selection of spirits that runs especially deep in whiskey and bourbon. A "Build Your Own Manhattan" menu, thoughtful, approachable wine list, and beer menu with vintage and local options make the bar a go-to for casual, mid-week drinks and bites with friends, watching weekend sports and post-shopping. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

3. RL Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(7209)

Price: Expensive

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 98 times today

RL Restaurant is described as a vibrant bar scene due to its modern club atmosphere and diverse cocktail list. Reviews mention the 'trendy atmosphere', 'unique cocktail menu', 'outstanding martinis' and 'great energy' creating a lively and inviting environment. The 'warm, inviting ambiance' and 'spectacular setting' are also praised, contributing to a vibrant bar scene.

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4. Le Colonial - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(7832)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 139 times today

Heralded as an escapist's paradise, Le Colonial is a celebration of the seductive spirit and vivid flavors of Vietnam. The restaurant opened on iconic Oak Street in March 2019, after moving from its location of over 20 years on Rush Street. Le Colonial features a dining room, an all-season terrace overlooking Oak Street, an evocative bar/lounge, and The Monkey Parlour (a private dining room with seating for up to 12 guests).

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5. Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(5359)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 72 times today

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House opened its doors in February 1997 in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, next to sister restaurant Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse. Over Enjoy the city's finest seafood restaurant, Hugo's continues to be the destination for premier east and west coast oysters, crudos, frog legs, lobster and seasonal fish and shellfish, in addition to Gibsons Prime Angus and Gibsons Grassfed Australian steaks. An extensive wine list, classic cocktail list and selection of impressive signature desserts accompany the menu of fresh seafood, steaks and chops. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available. Gluten-free and vegan options available. Happy Hour Sun-Thurs, 3-6pm.

6. Gibsons Italia

4.8

Exceptional(3874)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 144 times today

Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

7. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14819)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 151 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.

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8. El Che Steakhouse & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2061)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 69 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.

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9. Adorn Bar & Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(543)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 32 times today

Led by Chef Richie Farina, Adorn Restaurant presents ingredient-driven menus and customizable fine-dining experiences take the familiar and adorn it with unexpected flavors and presentations that will surprise and delight. Built in Chicago’s most inventive and lauded Michelin kitchens, Chef Farina is rooted in the culinary community and offers a taste of Chicago's unique spirit.Adorn Bar is where tradition meets innovation, celebrating a new era of craft cocktails that pay homage to the classics.

10. Mon Ami Gabi

4.8

Exceptional(8030)

Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 84 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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Vanae’
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The restaurant was crowded. Yet the noise level was not overpowering. The greeters at the check-in were friendly. Our server, Peter Axelsen was awesome!!! He recommended a mocktail that was the best drink ever. We appreciated the restaurant managers stopping by our table to check on us twice. The food was superb.
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RL RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.9
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LABradvip
Los Angeles •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
You can always count on Gibson’s for a quality steak in a fashionable location. I was dining with a friend you had a short term dietary restriction. Our server, Lee, said they had nothing on the menu to meet it but he promised to check with the kitchen. Lee returned with the item, from a nearby restaurant, so our entire party didn’t have to change locations. Outstanding service!
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Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.8
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Matt
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The cocktails and food were exceptional. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and the atmosphere was lovely. We really liked how they adapted some of the main dishes for my wife who is vegetarian. Overall, we loved it. If you’re looking for a special place to go then I would highly recommend
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Le Colonial - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Vietnamese• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.8
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Sarah
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We love LUXBAR and this was another great visit! Dennis our waiter was outstanding!
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LUXBARPrice: Moderate• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.6
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John
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was good ! But most of the soup has bacon so if you don't eat bacon don't order soup cause it's mixed inside it .
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Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.7

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111 restaurants available nearby

1. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

2. LUXBAR

3. RL Restaurant

4. Le Colonial - Chicago

5. Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Chicago

6. Gibsons Italia

7. Girl & the Goat

8. El Che Steakhouse & Bar

9. Adorn Bar & Restaurant

10. Mon Ami Gabi

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