Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in River North (Chicago)

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1. Mercadito - River North

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 93 times today

We are the city’s top Mexican restaurant for authentic modern cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal cocktails, located in the heart of River North. Our culinary team features popular Mexican dishes, including our signature tacos, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole, ceviche, esquites and more.Mercadito's lounge is nestled in the lower level of Mercadito. It offers a speakeasy-style experience with a chic and exclusive ambiance. The space features banquet-style booths and dim lighting that enhances the elegant wood furniture, creating an inviting and intimate atmosphere. Once inside, guests can enjoy the full Mercadito menu, with the same delectable cuisine and beverages that our restaurant is known for.

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2. Doc B’s Restaurant - River North

4.6

Exceptional(854)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 44 times today

Set in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, Doc B's Restaurant + Bar serves food made from scratch daily. Incorporating the highest-quality ingredients, the menu includes a variety of entree-sized salads,"very special” entrees, crave-worthy burgers and sandwiches, signature Wok Out Bowls™, indulgent desserts and so much more. Doc B’s also impresses with an extensive craft beer, wine and spirits selection in addition to signature cocktails. No matter what occasion, the expansive menu truly offers something for everyone. With each location having its own personality, Doc B’s Chicago (River North) is located next to Nordstrom on the corner of Grand and Wabash and offers an expanded selection of house cocktails as well as a weekday happy hour.

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3. RPM Italian - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(12171)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 141 times today

Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit, featuring a contemporary menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

4. Siena Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(5993)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 107 times today

Entirely Rooted In A "From Scratch" Approach, We Present Upscale, Classic Italian Fares, Straight From Top Chef Alum, Fabio Viviani. Siena Tavern'S Extensive Wine List And Our Highly Contemporary Design, Interspersed With Rustic Details, Elevates The Genuine Italian Dining Experience While Simultaneously Maintaining Authenticity. Farm To Fork, Refined And Redefined.

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5. Quartino - Chicago

4.5

Awesome(10910)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 158 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.

6. River Roast

4.5

Awesome(3283)

Price: Expensive

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 39 times today

Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house and gathering place. The menu features contemporary American tavern fare with dramatic presentations of whole roasted chicken, whole roasted fish and slow roasted beef; all carved table-side. The food is handcrafted, yet rustic, with many plates designed for sharing. The bar offers a large selection of local beer, craft cocktails, beer, and wine. With one of the best patios in Chicago, River Roast is a great place to enjoy dining outside on a hot summer afternoon or a crisp fall evening. River Roast Private Events offers six spaces, all with spectacular views, for parties from 10 to 1,000. Saturday and Sunday features our Brunch menu from 11:00AM-3PM. We are open Mon-Fri for lunch and daily for dinner.

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7. SUSHI-SAN - River North

4.8

Exceptional(1276)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 119 times today

Sushi-San serves up the best sushi in Chicago made with the freshest ingredients they can find, all served with a side of old-school hip-hop and ice-cold beer. The bar is kept stocked with rare Japanese whisky, sake, wine and inventive cocktails. Join them for lunch and dinner.

8. STK – Chicago

4.1

Excellent(6342)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 101 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

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9. La Grande Boucherie - Chicago

4.5

Awesome(846)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • River North (Chicago)

Booked 109 times today

Housed in Chicago’s Belle Époque building, the unique Art Nouveau-inspired space honors the iconic building’s legacy while providing guests with a one-of-a-kind atmosphere and menu. La Grande Boucherie blends the ambiance of an indulgent steakhouse with a refined Parisian brasserie charm, and fuses traditional French cuisine with Chicago’s River North culinary heritage. The two-story restaurant boasts custom curved stained-glass windows overlooking the bustling streets of Chicago. The interior features custom mosaic marble floors, authentic fixtures, and a racetrack bar sourced from France. Guests can lean into the view and take in all that Chicago has to offer.

10. RPM Steak

4.7

Exceptional(6124)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • River North (Chicago)

Booked 97 times today

Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Steak is an updated take on the classic steakhouse and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu, an award-winning wine list and a well-curated craft cocktail program. The sister restaurant to RPM Italian, RPM Steak marks the second collaboration between Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and Bill and Giuliana Rancic.

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csnyder023
Cincinnati / Dayton •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day 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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tonyvip
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I had great experience there. The food was top tier and the waitress was excellent. I’ve been there a few times and every time I go back the food is good. I would recommend this place to friends. I give this place a 10/10. The drinks was so good too.
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Mercadito - River NorthPrice: Expensive• Mexican• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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Sharyn
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food here was fabulous. Chicken Vesuvio, Caesar salad, Apple Fennel Salad, and Pasta Carbonara. All gluten free! And delicious! You can’t go wrong here. Wine list is also spot on.
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RPM Italian - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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Lia
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Nov 2024
The short rib and mushroom risotto was delicious, we paired it with the gnocchi which was a fantastic choice. It was loud, but there seemed to be a party happening in the area adjacent to us.
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Siena TavernPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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Patrick
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Nov 2024
The chicken kabobs were delicious. Our server steered me away from my first choice, which I appreciated. Nice relaxed vibe and service was excellent!
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Doc B’s Restaurant - River NorthPrice: Moderate• American• River North (Chicago)
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4.6

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288 restaurants available nearby

1. Mercadito - River North

2. Doc B’s Restaurant - River North

3. RPM Italian - Chicago

4. Siena Tavern

5. Quartino - Chicago

6. River Roast

7. SUSHI-SAN - River North

8. STK – Chicago

9. La Grande Boucherie - Chicago

10. RPM Steak

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