
10 special occasion-worthy restaurants in Chicago

by Sarah Freeman and Lisa Shames
Updated December 15, 2023
Chicagoans know that special-occasion meals come in all shapes and sizes. And even though many celebrations in this Midwestern sports town are centered around home team victories, championships aren’t the only reasons to party here.
These Windy City restaurants transform a regular Saturday (or Monday or Tuesday) night into an unforgettable evening. Read on for a guide to the 10 best places in Chicago for celebrating special occasions right now.
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Janae
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4.3 (3017)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
West Loop
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$31 to $50
Chinese
Gold Coast / Streeterville
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