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North Pond, Chicago, IL
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North Pond

$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
Inspired by the market, Chef César Murillo utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season. His tasting menu reflects the Arts & Crafts approach of the dining room - complex layers of subtle craft beneath a simple decorative style.

We offer a four-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. The menu is not á la carte, however, it provides options for each of the courses.

North Pond is open for dinner Thursday through Sunday beginning at 5:30pm.
Sunday Brunch begins at 10:30am and is three-course prix fixe.

We do not offer valet parking.
Tables in the front room or patio, overlooking the pond, are seated first come, first serve. We do not hold tables.
All tables for more than 4 people are seated in our main dining room.
We accept reservations for a maximum of 8 people at one table.
A cancellation charge of $25 per person is applied to all same day cancellations.

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Executive chef: Cesar Murillo

From the OpenTable editors: Chef César Murillo’s seasonal tasting menus are just as stunning as the lush Lincoln Park setting of this beloved restaurant. An alum of Grace, Murillo combines classical technique with hyperlocal ingredients—including fresh produce from the restaurant’s rooftop garden—in elegant dishes that could include a Cornish hen with summer squash and charred cherries. Snag a seat by one of the windows in the Arts and Crafts-style dining room for the best garden and skyline views.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:00 pm Dinner Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 477-5845
  • Website
    http://www.northpondrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    North Pond provides one of the most distinctive settings in the city for private social and business events. Our Lincoln Park location offers stunning views of Chicago’s dramatic skyline. We offer an inclusive evening for your special occasion, complete with a seasonal four-course dinner
  • Location
    2610 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614
  • Neighbourhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Cross Street
    Lakeview & Deming
  • Parking details
    Taxi drop off location: Drop-off is at the intersection of Lakeview and Deming, on the West side of the park. From there, the restaurant is a short walk into the park.
  • Public transit
    At the corner of 2600 N. Lakeview Ave. and Deming. Enter the park through the underpass leading to North Pond Restaurant. CTA 151, 156 (Wrightwood), 22, 36 (Clark & Deming)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,806 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Ambience

  • Chicago / Illinois

    American

  • Chicago

    Best Service

  • Chicago

    Best Ambience

  • Chicago

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
North Pond offers an exceptional dining experience in a stunning Lincoln Park setting. Guests praise the "impeccable service," "creative and delicious" food, and "intimate ambiance." With attentive staff and inventive menus, it's a top choice for special occasions. A "Chicago treasure" with a "gorgeous" location, perfect for memorable meals.

4,806 Reviews

  1. Nina

    VIP

    Mexico City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cannot emphasize enough how outstanding this restaurant is from end to end. The best service and the best flavors. So inventive and so thoughtful. We can’t wait to go back for their spring menu!

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  2. Meghan

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I have gone here for brunch two years in a row for valentines weekend. Both times were fantastic - great food and fantastic service. We can’t wait to come back again!

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  3. Emily

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most lovely brunch at North Pond. It is very much worth the cost. The servings were huge, and everything was delicious. The drinks are also reasonably priced for brunch. Service was impeccable.

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  4. Jack

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Knowledgeable and kind staff capable of curating a magical experience

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  5. Kat

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I think this a very valuable tasting menu. I enjoyed the ambience especially. I would recommend and return again.

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  6. Alejandra

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went there for Brunch to celebrate a birthday. They had a customized menu already printed for our table with a personalized birthday greeting. The dessert plate had a chocolate handwritten personalized Happy Birthday. It was such a nice surprising gesture! Staff was very kind and friendly. Liz was our server. We payed $59 pp for a three-course menu and this was great value for the curated food and drinks (beverage are separated). Ambience was great. I highly recommend the North Pond Restaurant, specially if celebrating any occasion. Thank you for a great culinary experience!

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  7. Adam

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    North Pond is usually a hit - doing midwestern food beautifully. This winter menu pushed things a bit and there were some misses (lobster flan, sunchoke chocolate mousse). Hopefully the next menu returns to their roots of beautifully done classics

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was wonderful and all of the little touches were impressive. Loved the different types of dishes (literally the physical dishes, like the stone spoons and slate plates). The bread was wonderful, the dessert amazing. The only dish that felt like a miss for our party was the masaman curry with the beef. My party loves masaman curry, but they stated like this was overpowering the meat. Nevertheless, we want to visit again in the spring or summer dine with their seasonal menus.

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  9. sarah

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful anniversary dinner made truly special by the team.

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  10. John

    Tallahassee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was a glad place to have brunch food was super good and service was amazing

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FAQs

North Pond is rated 4.9 stars by 4806 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for North Pond

2610 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lakeview & Deming
  • Neighbourhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–1:00 pm Dinner Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, French
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Taxi drop off location: Drop-off is at the intersection of Lakeview and Deming, on the West side of the park. From there, the restaurant is a short walk into the park.
  • Public transit
    At the corner of 2600 N. Lakeview Ave. and Deming. Enter the park through the underpass leading to North Pond Restaurant. CTA 151, 156 (Wrightwood), 22, 36 (Clark & Deming)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.northpondrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (773) 477-5845
  • Private party facilities
    North Pond provides one of the most distinctive settings in the city for private social and business events. Our Lincoln Park location offers stunning views of Chicago’s dramatic skyline. We offer an inclusive evening for your special occasion, complete with a seasonal four-course dinner

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