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1. Nolan's Restaurant at Illinois Beach Hotel
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Price: Moderate
• American • Zion
Nolans is nestled inside Illinois Beach Hotel. The views are like no other looking out over Lake Michigan while eating to your hearts content. The restaurant features locally sourced comfort food and an ambient bar. Outdoor seating is available (weather permitting) to enjoy the view of Lake Michigan.
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2. Pizzeria Portofino
4.7
Exceptional(1471)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 176 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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3. The Walnut Room - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(6689)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 346 times today
For Large Parties 21 or more: please contact us at http://macysrestaurants.com/contact-us/ For Holiday Questions and Menu: http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/holiday2024/The world famous Walnut Room has been a Chicago tradition since 1907. Located on the 7th floor of Macy's on State Street, the Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theater district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show. Enjoy our Famous Mrs. Herring's Chicken Pot Pie and other well known favorites on the menu.
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4. Tre Dita
4.7
Exceptional(701)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 146 times today
Led by Chef Evan Funke, Tre Dita, Italian for "three fingers", pays homage to the precise measurement of bistecca Fiorentina. If booking in the dining room at Tre Dita, you will enjoy a menu of antipasti, handmade pastas, signature entrees and steaks. If booking in the Bar Tre Dita, you will enjoy a smaller menu of stuzzi, antipasti, handmade pastas and entrees. The full cocktail, wine list and dessert menu is available in both locations.Please note that Tre Dita only accepts reservations 7 days in advance.
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5. Ema - Glenview
4.7
Exceptional(306)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Glenview
Booked 182 times today
Ēma is a Mediterranean and California-inspired restaurant from Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants located at 1320 Patriot Blvd. The menu, crafted by Chef Partner CJ Jacobson features spreads, dips and assorted mezze, Mediterranean small plates, with an emphasis on Hummus & Spreads, Raw, Vegetables and Kebabs. Signature dishes include Moroccan Onion Dip, Spinach & Feta Spread, Tahini Caesar Salad, Octopus Carpaccio and Spicy Brisket Kefta Kebab. The beverage program showcases cocktails with flavors crafted from Mediterranean ingredients like chinola, fig, fresno chile and coriander. The wine program, curated by Sommelier John C. Slatter, features a globally sourced list of over 70 selections with a strong focus on wineries practicing organic and natural production across the Mediterranean, including ancient grape varieties from Greece, Lebanon and Italy.
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6. Aba - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(2582)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 309 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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7. Girl & the Goat
4.8
Exceptional(14826)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 125 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. Rose Mary
4.7
Exceptional(3241)
Price: Expensive
• Croatian • West Loop
Booked 120 times today
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.
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9. RL Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(7210)
Price: Expensive
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 91 times today
RL Restaurant is a blast of fun and delight, as per the reviews. The guests love the 'wonderful vibe' and 'spectacular setting' that it offers. The place has 'classy establishment' and 'unique cocktail menu'. It's a favorite spot for 'special get together' and 'special lunch'. The 'great ambiance', 'yummy food', and 'excellent service' make it a perfect place for a fun dining experience.
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10. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba
4.8
Exceptional(9251)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Lincoln Park
Booked 168 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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  • Kevin
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Great restaurant, fantastic food. All the reservations are already taken before they open up on the open table app, even if you check at midnight (reservations usually released around 12:10 AM). I suspect you have to know someone to actually get a seat at the dining room, have been unsuccessful several times waiting up until reservations are released.
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    Tre DitaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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    4.7
  • Stevevip
    Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food, service, Sam V was our outstanding server, and overall ambiance were all fantastic. We are so happy to have this new dinning option on the NorthShore. This was our first time at EMA celebrating our 53rd wedding anniversary with friends and we definitely will be back again
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    Ema - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Glenview
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    4.7
  • Seanvip
    Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We’ve been hesitant to visit the Walnut Room due to food allergies but decided to give it a try. From the moment we sat down, Jesus, our waiter, was so attentive. He noticed our allergen card in the table and immediately addressed it, letting us know he find out anything we needed to know and would talk to the chef personally to see what our son could eat. We’ve always wanted to visit this beautiful restaurant but never did out of fear of allergies. But Jesus helped to make this experience amazing for our whole family. Thank you for taking the time to understand our allergies and walk us through the menu. It was a great start to the holiday season. We will be back again!
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    The Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop
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    4.7
  • 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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