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A photo of Bar Louie - Dearborn Station restaurant
1.5
(1)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Loop
At Bar Louie, we're passionate about delivering flavor packed experiences. Defined by our award-winning handcrafted martinis and cocktails, our lunch, dinner and happy hours elevate the top-shelf bar experience. In a vibrant atmosphere energized by our local community, we serve all guests looking to create unforgettable moments - making us the go-to-spot for all occasions, from a spontaneous happy hour hangout to a celebratory spot for milestone events.
A photo of Grill on 21 restaurant
4.5
Awesome(193)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 14 times today
A modern interpretation of the classic American Grill, Grill on 21 is an elevated dining experience within The LaSalle Hotel, an Autograph Collection hotel by Marriott.Deftly paying homage to tradition while acknowledging modern-day tastes and lifestyles, our menu celebrates quality, seasonality, locality, responsibility, health, and authenticity. As a cohesive blend of classic style, contemporary cuisines, and highly personalized service, Grill on 21 turns the daily breakfast, lunch, or dinner into a moment worth savoring.Parking Validation is available for guests parked at 326 S Wells Self-Park Garage. Please bring your parking slip with you to be validated at the restaurant. On weekends and weeknights after 4pm park for FREE at 326 S Wells Self-Park Garage with a meal purchase of $25 or more. Please bring your parking slip with you to be validated at the restaurant. Not valid for valet parking.
A photo of Adalina restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2311)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 56 times today
Adalina in Chicago serves handcrafted cocktails as indicated by multiple reviews. Customers have praised the restaurant's well-made cocktails, with one review stating, 'Delicious food and well made cocktails.' Another reviewer mentioned the 'creative cocktails,' while others have described the drinks as 'amazing' and 'great.'
A photo of Sunda New Asian - Fulton Market restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(203)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • West Loop
Booked 51 times today
Located in Chicago’s culinary destination, Fulton Market, Sunda offers a vibrant Southeast Asian dining experience, blending the flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Thailand, and beyond. We elevate culturally significant dishes using high-quality ingredients and modern techniques. Our beverage program includes signature handcrafted cocktails, a robust sake and wine selection, and Asian whiskies and beers. Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.
A photo of Sunda New Asian – River North restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7398)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 50 times today
Located in the bustling River North dining scene, Sunda offers a vibrant Southeast Asian dining experience, blending the flavors of Japan, China, the Philippines, Thailand, and beyond. We elevate culturally significant dishes using high-quality ingredients and modern techniques. Our beverage program includes signature handcrafted cocktails, a robust sake and wine selection, and Asian whiskies and beers. Join us for weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 2pm, or stop by during happy hour Monday to Friday from 4-6pm featuring $6 bar bites, handrolls, and beer, $9 cocktails and wine, and $10 sake. Our venue hosts private events for occasions from corporate outings to rehearsal dinners, and we also offer catering services.
A photo of Elia restaurant
4.5
Awesome(250)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Bucktown / Wicker Park
Booked 7 times today
Elia features Mediterranean inspired cuisine, in contemporary atmosphere. Elia - a stunning new Modern Mediterranean restaurant - is now open in the heart of Wicker Park.Elia (Greek for “olive tree”) pulls inspiration from Greece, Italy, France, Spain, and other Mediterranean countries and translates those flavors and techniques into Elia’s soups, salads, spreads, small plates, mains, sides, and desserts.Beverage-wise, Elia boasts 12 handcrafted specialty cocktails, 24 wines sourced from around the world available by the bottle and glass, 10 craft draft beers,100+ spirits spirits, and non-alcoholic offerings as well.Elia features 90 interior seats - including a glassed-in private dining room that doubles as the restaurant’s wine cellar - along with 60 seats on the restaurant’s sidewalk patio.Sprawling imported Mediterranean wall murals of golds, blacks, and off-whites; original imported artwork; and mid-century modern lighting round out the restaurant’s stunning interior.
A photo of Ocean Prime - Chicago restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3485)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / Loop
Booked 29 times today
Located on the second level of the LondonHouse building on the corner of Michigan & Wacker, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptionalambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.
A photo of PERILLA fare - West Loop restaurant
4.5
Awesome(409)
Price: Expensive
• Korean • West Town
Booked 11 times today
Located in the West Loop of Downtown Chicago, PERILLA fare offers Korean American cuisine centered around a communal dining experience inspired by classic Korean flavors and traditional ingredients. With an emphasis and focus on quality and premium selection of meats for Korean BBQ, Chef Andrew Lim and the team proudly works with local farms and quality importers to provide our guests with an adventurous culinary experience. We offer an expansive beverage list which includes handcrafted cocktails, craft beers, a curated wine list, and hand selected imported sojus and makgeolli. Our menu accommodates all dietary restrictions with a focus on vegetarian options including locally sourced mushrooms. We are excited to welcome you in to our warm and inviting space featuring artwork from local artists. Located in River West / Fulton Market area
A photo of Farm Bar - Lakeview restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(184)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 32 times today
Farm Bar is a neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant with locations in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We serve approachable midwestern fair with local, organic ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Mineral Point Wisconsin. Stop by for dinner to indulge in our Classic Burger and famous Wisconsin Cheese Curds, or bring the whole family for lunch. Our mixologists behind the bar will happily shake up handcrafted cocktails or pour a glass of local wine to pair with brunch on the weekends. Join us for homestyle cooking, friendly faces and a table that feels like home. We limit our environmental footprint by using a digital menu linked to our tables with a QR code. We understand that some guests may require a paper menu, and one can be provided with a list of standards items upon request. In order to meet added costs from the city, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We understand that rising costs affect our guests too, so we will remove this fee upon request.
A photo of Selva restaurant
3.8
Excellent(38)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • West Loop
Located on the 7th floor rooftop of The Emily Hotel in Chicago’s Fulton Market District, Selva is a cocktail bar inspired by the energy of Mexico by night. Stylishly moody and intriguingly vibrant, its here you’ll find an elevated list of handcrafted cocktails that transport you to another place and a menu of casual fare to savor over shared stories and rounds of mezcal.To our friends, our lovers, and our enemies too, Salud!

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  • Anastasia
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Roberto was a great server. He was very knowledgeable of the entire menu and really made our experience memorable!
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    AdalinaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Gold Coast / Streeterville
    4.5
  • Gailvip
    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •12 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food was tasty, but my steak and asparagus were both room temperature. The service was professional and friendly, but not as quick as I expected in a restaurant with those price points. They had live jazz in the adjoining lounge area, which was nice. The Limencello Mascarpone was amazing!
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    Grill on 21Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• River North (Chicago)
    4.5
  • Margaret
    Southwest Florida •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This is my second time going here this year and I will recommend it to anyone. The food and cocktails are excellent and unique. The environment is quite loud but really beautifully decorated.
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    Sunda New Asian – River NorthPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Asian• River North (Chicago)
    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 19, 2024
    My family and I had the pleasure of dining at SUNDA West Loop to celebrate my husband's birthday recently, and it was an unforgettable experience. This Asian fusion gem masterfully blends traditional flavors with modern culinary creativity, creating dishes that are as innovative as they are delicious. From the moment you step inside, the sleek, contemporary design of the restaurant sets the tone for an upscale yet approachable dining experience. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance between trendy and cozy, making it an ideal spot for both casual dinners and special occasions. The menu is a delightful journey through Asia, with inspired twists that make each dish unique. Standouts included the crispy Tiger Shrimp Tempura, which were bursting with rich, savory flavor, and the Tom Yum Chilean Sea Bass, perfectly cooked and paired with mushrooms, bamboo shoots, baby bok choy, tom yum sauce, and kaffir lime oil. Other dishes we enjoyed are the Miso Cauliflower and the crispy Szechuan Chicken. The drink menu was equally impressive, offering a selection of innovative cocktails with Asian-inspired elements like ume. The attentive and knowledgeable staff were eager to offer pairing suggestions, enhancing the overall experience. Whether you’re a fan of traditional Asian cuisine or looking for something adventurous and modern, SUNDA is sure to impress. I can’t wait to return and explore their sushi and sake offerings next time!
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    Sunda New Asian - Fulton MarketPrice: Expensive• Asian• West Loop
    4.6

Discover best handcrafted cocktails restaurants in South Side

Discover the vibrant and eclectic dining scene of Chicago's South Side, where handcrafted cocktails elevate the culinary experience. This area is renowned for its unique blend of restaurants that specialize in expertly mixed beverages, offering a sophisticated atmosphere for both locals and visitors. Each establishment reflects a commitment to quality and creativity, featuring cocktail menus that showcase both classic and innovative concoctions. Whether you are a cocktail aficionado or a casual drinker, the South Side's array of venues provides an inviting setting to explore new flavors and enjoy well-crafted drinks. The restaurants here not only emphasize the art of mixology but also complement their beverages with diverse food menus that cater to a variety of tastes. This locale proves to be a prime destination for those looking to indulge in a memorable dining and drinking experience in the heart of Chicago.

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