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1. Asador Bastian
4.7
Exceptional(232)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 14 times today
Asador Bastian is a Chicago chophouse with Basque influences from acclaimed ChefDoug Psaltis. Located in the iconic “Flair House” originally built in 1883, this historictownhouse has been revived and brought back to life with culinary inspiration from thegreat asadors of San Sebastián, Spain to serve the world’s best boutique beef withoutcompromise. The most remarkable dining experience comes from the purest ingredientsdelivered in the supremely thoughtful, welcoming and hospitable manner. This ethoshas directed every aspect of the experience at Asador Bastian, whether you’re joiningus for small bites and libations in our Bar Room or for a more intimate experience in ourDining Room.
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2. TAO Asian Bistro - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(3279)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 43 times today
TAO Chicago offers guests a sensual trip through the cuisines of Asia. The design-driven restaurant and adjoining nightclub is inspired by the original TAO locations in New York City, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. TAO Chicago features multiple levels, creating dynamic spaces within the historic building’s shell, while adding TAO’s Asian-influenced DNA to the restaurant, lounge and nightclub including murals by artist Hush and TAO’s signature 16-foot-tall Quan Yin statue anchoring one end of the dining room. TAO Chicago’s restaurant menu, created by TAO Group Partner and Chef Ralph Scamardella , is complete with Pan-Asian offerings from the sea, sky and land including signature dishes like Satay of Chilean Sea Bass, Crispy Rice Tuna and a Wagyu Rib-Eye.
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3. RPM Italian - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(12346)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 92 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.
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4. Chicago Chop House
4.8
Exceptional(3789)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 34 times today
Experience History & Excellence: Chicago Chop House® legendary menu features exclusively hand-cut in-house USDA prime steaks, fresh mouth watering seafood, decadent house-made sharable sides and irresistible scratch-made desserts to perfectly culminate your dining experience! Immerse yourself in timeless elegance with five-star service and one of a kind ambiance that includes three cozy candle lit floors of seating filled with over 1,400 historic photos of Chicago architecture, sports, entertainment, political figures, and a wall of mayor's. During the beautiful Chicago summers enjoy our outside Courtyard that offers a perfect setting for a moonlit dinner. Chicago Chop House® combines a memorable dining experience with a rich history, making it a beloved original steakhouse in Chicago.
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5. Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(5211)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 26 times today
Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse, named “Best Steakhouse in Chicago” by the Chicago Tribune Dining Poll, Best of Citysearch Poll and Metromix on CLTV, serves the finest prime, aged steaks, chops and Italian favorites. The sophisticated, high energy restaurant is home to a museum-quality collection of sports memorabilia, original newspapers and photographs. Big-name athletes, celebrities and politicians are regularly spotted at this must-see Chicago institution. Guests seeking a welcoming spot to catch any major sporting event can hang out in Harry’s plasma-packed bar.
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6. The Walnut Room - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(7773)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 17 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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7. il Carciofo
4.5
Awesome(235)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 100 times today
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.
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8. Rose Mary
4.8
Exceptional(3389)
Price: Expensive
• Croatian • West Loop
Booked 139 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. La Storia
4.6
Exceptional(1060)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 10 times today
La Storia is a genuine Italian experience where guests share in the rich culture of the Italian table. Join us in Chicago’s historic gold coast neighborhood and enjoy faithful renditions of beloved regional dishes. Indulge in our specialty handcrafted pastas, made in house, daily in the Sardinian style.Patio seating is first come, first serve. In order to be seated, we ask that you arrive early and with your complete party. We ask guests to assist us by limiting the table times for parties: 2ppl (1hr 30mins), 3-4ppl (1hr 45mins), 5-6ppl (2hrs).
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10. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse
4.7
Exceptional(5739)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 92 times today
In A World Of All-Natural Cleanses, Organic Stores And Paleo Diets, Prime & Provisions' Beef Program Contributes To The Clean-Eating Lifestyle By Serving 100% All Natural Linz Heritage Usda Prime Black Angus Beef. We Are Proudly The First Steakhouse In Chicago To Offer Beef From The "Never-Ever" Program Which Linz Heritage Angus Prides Itself On.

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