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Summer House - Chicago
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(7831)Lincoln Park - 2
The Walnut Room - Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(6663)Downtown / Loop - 3
The Palm Court
Price: Very Expensive•Afternoon Tea•4.7(4829)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(3520)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 5
Girl & the Goat
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(14819)West Loop
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Tre Dita
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.7(700)River North (Chicago) - 2
STK – Chicago
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.1(6342)River North (Chicago) - 3
Mirra
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4.7(81)Bucktown / Wicker Park - 4
Bamboo Club
Price: Moderate•Pizza Bar•4.4(579)Wrigleyville - 5
Daisies Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(166)Logan Square
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Aba - Chicago
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(2582)West Loop - 2
Siena Tavern
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(5993)River North (Chicago) - 3
Maple & Ash
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(4315)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
Sepia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(5334)West Loop - 5
Mercadito - River North
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4.5(6254)River North (Chicago)
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- NNancyChicago / Illinois •16 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoThe food was excellent, and our server was outstanding…engaging, made helpful suggestions from which we ordered additional selections, appropriately friendly and attentive.More infoThe Chew ChewPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Riverside•4.8
- SStevevipTucson •8 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat new restaurant- food is excellent and the service is impeccable. Beautifully designed interior. Highly recommended.More infománaPrice: Expensive• Greek• La Grange•4.5
- HHon. SteveChicago / Illinois •15 reviews4.0Dined 7 days agoFirst time there but not the last time. Food was very good and the service was greatMore infoLa Barra - RiversidePrice: Expensive• Italian• Riverside•4.7
- LHLisaHChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 14, 2024This was my first time doing this on Valentine's Day. Had a great time. Would do it again.More infoWhite Castle - BerwynPrice: Moderate• American• Berwyn•4.5
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Bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with chorizos, pizza pot pies and dozens of other delectable and innovative dishes are why people love eating in Riverside, Illinois. You can satisfy your desire for comfort food by visiting one of the local eateries that feature classic American dishes, from roast beef and potatoes to crunchy fried chicken. Riverside is home to a variety of creative flavor twists to standard fare. For instance, you can opt for Asian food that is infused with a bit of the Caribbean. You'll also find local, family-owned establishments that feature Italian cuisine, including hearty pasta dishes and generous antipastos alongside wood-fired pizza. Try a local favorite such as deep dish pizza.
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The most romantic restaurant in Riverside is The View Restaurant