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Alhambra Palace

1240 W. Randolph
Chicago, IL 60607

Alhambra Palace is a feast for the senses! This palace sized restaurant serves Moroccan, Halal, and Middle Eastern cuisine in an exotic environment featuring imported decor, chandeliers, and tiles from the Middle East. You are transported to another world as you enjoy sweet, spicy, and savory dishes featuring Moorish, Mediterranean, and Arab inspired flavors. On Fridays and Saturdays after 9:00 pm, you'll be treated to colorful, high-energy, live entertainment including music, singing, belly dancing, and more.

Cuisine: Middle Eastern | Neighborhood: West Loop

Au Cheval

800 W Randolph
Chicago, IL 60607

Au Cheval offers a menu of upscale diner cuisine. The decadent menu includes a grilled bologna sandwich, bratwurst, bone marrow, and their famous cheeseburger. They’re open for lunch, dinner, and late night dining, but be prepared to wait up to three hours for a table.

Cuisine: Diner | Neighborhood: West Loop

Coalfire

1321 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

Homemade pizza is masterfully cooked in an authentic coal fueled brick oven at Coalfire. The dough and sauce are made fresh daily. Expect an excellent thin crust pizza with fresh, flavorful ingredients. Enjoy a nice selection of beers and cupcakes for dessert. 

Cuisine: Pizza | Neighborhood: West Loop, Near West Side

Federales

180 North Morgan Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Federales is a lofty, open-air tequila and taco concept with an energetic, fun atmosphere.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern | Neighborhood: West Loop

J.P. Graziano Grocery & Sub Shop

901 W. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60607

J.P. Graziano is not just the oldest Italian market in Chicago, but an amazing “old-school” Italian sub shop as well. Delicious soups, seasonal salads, and deli sandwiches piled high with savory meats are served with a wide selection of imported cheeses, olive oils, pastas, and more. All at a great price too.  

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: West Loop

Momotaro

820 W Lake Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Focused on personal service and tight execution, Momotaro mixes modern Japanese with traditional culture. Everything from food to drink is designed to elevate your dining experience.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: West Loop

Monteverde

1020 W. Madison Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Helmed by celebrity chef Sarah Grueneberg, Monteverde offers small Italian plates featuring pasta made by hand in the center of a lively West Loop space.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: West Loop

Sepia

123 N. Jefferson Street
Chicago, IL 60661

Seasonal and regional American cuisine in a warm old era décor, providing a wide selection of unique cocktails.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: West Loop

Urban Belly

1400 W. Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60607

A minimalist decor utilizing wood salvaged from old Indonesian fishing ships to decorate the walls and as seating. A unique communal dining experience featuring a simplified menu of Korean flavors. B.Y.O.B.

Cuisine: Asian, Fusion | Neighborhood: West Loop

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