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A photo of Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago restaurant
1. Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago
4.2
Awesome(4912)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • South Loop
Booked 27 times today
Mercat offers an authentic dining experience that combines fresh meats and produces with the energetic spirit of a Barcelona market.
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2. Industry Ales
4.7
Exceptional(59)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 15 times today
Industry Ales is your destination in downtown Chicago for delicious food, brews, and cocktails. Featuring a lunch and dinner menu curated by Chef Steven Kowaleski, an in house brewing program from Head Brewer Michael Gretz, and a full craft cocktail program lead by James VanDerBosch. Stop in to see a nod to Chicago's forgotten history in this new elevated take on the classic brewery. It's located in the heart of the loop, just steps from your favorite iconic Chicago landmarks. Industry Ales features a dining room, beer hall, as well as two private dining and event spaces. Whether you join us for a quick lunch, group dinner, or after work libations, we are happy to serve you! Don't miss out on our $5 draft beer happy hour or daily specials, follow us on instagram @industryales for our most up to date offerings. Can't wait for you to join us! Interested in hosting a happy hour or private event? E-mail events@industryales.com to host your next party or gathering with us.
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3. Fogo de Chao - Chicago
4.2
Awesome(4653)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Downtown / Loop
Booked 147 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
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4. Grant Park Bistro
4.1
Excellent(14)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Loop
Booked 8 times today
Grant Park Bistro is an American bistro focusing on approachable contemporary dishes. The menu highlights dishes made with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients.
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5. Lou Malnati's - South Loop
4.5
Awesome(107)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • South Loop
Booked 19 times today
No true Chicago experience is complete without a visit to one of the oldest names in Deep Dish Pizza: Lou Malnati’s. Located on South State Street in the South Loop of Chicago, Lou’s South Loop is convenient to the McCormick Center, Soldier Field and Grant Park. Enjoy Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years. A cozy experience awaits ... whether you’ve been at a sporting event, sightseeing, or out for a night of jazz, Lou Malnati’s South Avenue is the perfect spot to satiate your deep dish cravings.
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6. Burger Bar Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(638)
Price: Moderate
• Burgers • South Loop
Booked 3 times today
American Ranchers know a thing or two about beef. When they tell us that Prime is the best, we just go with the flow and serve up the biggest, baddest Prime burgers around.
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7. Sofi Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1659)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South Loop
Booked 14 times today
Born in Milan to a renowned restaurant family, Chef/Owner Maurizio Michi has always had a passion for cooking.This Northern Italian Restaurant features classics that include, Ossobuco alla Milanese, Braised Short Ribs of Beef, Veal Chop Emiliana, Fish Stew Viareggina, along with Steaks, Lamb Chops and grilled Sea Bass Branzino all of which are executed to perfection under his watchful eye.Sofi also offers authentic Italian pastas that are prepared in house daily with the freshest ingredients in the market.Bread, Focaccia and all of our desserts are also prepared daily.some examples of the desserts include Panna Cotta, Chocolate Souffle, TiramiSu and Ricotta cheese cake.The wine list is comprised mainly of wine from Italian vineyards with some California exceptions.Hospitable and Welcoming, Sofi creates the perfect Italian Restaurant experience.
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8. Tapas Valencia
4.8
Exceptional(2457)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • South Loop
Booked 11 times today
Located in Chicago’s South loop, we offer creative Spanish tapas, unique cocktails, and a lively atmosphere with walls adorned in multi-colored mosaic artwork reminiscent of the art of the great Spanish artists Joan Miro and Antoni Gaudí! Whether you’re dining with friends and family, exploring on a first date, or planning your next big event, Tapas Valencia is the perfect backdrop for any occasion. We carry on the tradition of great food and service that was started at our original location, Mesón Sabika in Naperville.
A photo of Roots Handmade Pizza - South Loop restaurant
9. Roots Handmade Pizza - South Loop
4.5
Awesome(91)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • South Loop
Booked 5 times today
Relaxed pizzeria and bar featuring hand tossed, Quad Cities style pizza, scratch-made comfort food, 100+ all-Midwestern beers, BYO salads with fresh ingredients, house-made pastas, great desserts and the most iconic mozzarella sticks in town.Fully retractable second-story rooftop ensures no rain can ruin your parade. Bottomless mimosas and brunch on weekends. For larger parties than reservations allow, please email rp4marketing@thefifty50.com with information and we will be happy to accommodate!**Gratuity of 18% will be added to groups of 5+ or subtotals of $125+
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10. TAK Korean Bistro
4.5
Awesome(36)
Price: Moderate
• Korean • South Loop
Booked 9 times today
A Korean pocha restaurant in South Loop Chicago is a lively and casual eatery that serves up traditional Korean street food dishes and drinks. Pocha, which translates to "street food tent," refers to the popular outdoor food stalls found in South Korea, and this type of restaurant aims to recreate that experience in an indoor setting.At a Korean pocha restaurant, you can expect to find a variety of small plates, or "anju," that are meant to be shared among friends while drinking soju or beer. These dishes can include popular Korean bar snacks like fried chicken, spicy rice cakes, and seafood pancakes.The atmosphere at a Korean pocha restaurant is usually laid-back and social, with a focus on hanging out with friends and enjoying good food and drinks.Overall, if you're looking for a fun and flavorful dining experience in South Loop Chicago, a Korean pocha restaurant is a great choice. With its vibrant atmosphere and delicious street food, it's sure to be a memorable meal.

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  • Debora
    Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We were seated 10 minutes early for our 1pm reservation. Out server arrived at our table immediately and greeted us. We put in drink orders then when she came with those we ordered our appetizer and meal. We thought it might take a bit of time as the place was full but it was all out quickly. Ordered thr pot pie and braised beef and both good. This is where service got slow but I think they seated 3 or 4 new tables in her area at once so she was busy. Ordered thr mint cheesecake and that was amazing. Bill was $80 plus tax so not really bad for 2 people to have a nice meal with drinks and dessert. The tree and Christmas decorations were beautiful and we lucked out and were seated near the tree. Will make it a tradition each year to go back. Lucked out on the reservation because we missed it when it opened. So glad we got one!
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    The Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop
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    4.7
  • Ritu
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Pizza Portofino is one of my favorite spots in the city. The garlic bread and truffle pizza (request hot honey, trust me) are GAME CHANGER. I went with a few friends and we all agreed that they both redefined garlic bread and pizza (at least in Illinois) respectively. Great service and great vibes!
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    Pizzeria PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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    4.7
  • Gabrielle
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    we love ugo! he took such good care of us, was super friendly, and will be the reason we go back! the food was brilliant and the service, impeccable.
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    Gibsons ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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    4.8
  • Steven
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Server (Raul) was extremely helpful with great recommendations and friendly. We had a really nice evening.
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    Tre DitaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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    4.7
  • Briannavip
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This was my second visit to Aba in the week because we were visiting and the food was so fresh and good the first time. All the staff were once again great and the food came out very quick for brunch. Would recommend if you like fresh pita and great dips.
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    Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
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    4.8

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