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Piccolo Sogno

464 N. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60622

Piccolo Sogno offers the finest in cuisine and wines from Italy. The menu includes rustic homemade pastas, expertly prepared meats and fish, homemade gelato, and pizzas prepared in the restaurant's wood-burning oven. The restaurant also features what many have called the finest al fresco dining experience in Chicago.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Near West Side

Port Edward

20 W. Algonquin Road
Algonquin, IL 60102

A unique nautical themed. To dine on the boat, reservations are needed a year in advance.

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: Algonquin

Prairie Grass Cafe

601 Skokie Blvd.
Northbrook, IL 60062

Enjoy magnificently prepared meals in a warm, comfortable decor. Fresh dishes, tastefully seasoned and classically prepared, are created using locally produced products. The service is top-notch and the restaurant provides a wide selection of wines to pair with your dish.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Northbrook

Prasino

93 S. La Grange
La Grange, IL 60525

Prasino offers local food with a global influence. Ingredients are organic, locally sourced, and restaurant creatively reflects a sustainable lifestyle. Many vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available along with a wide selection of deliciously prepared meats. The environment is modern, elegant and relaxing.  

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: La Grange

Publican Restaurant

837 W. Fulton Mark
Chicago, IL 60607

Classic American farm-house fare makes for an eclectic menu featuring pork and seafood, stripped of adornments, yet full of flavor. This beer-centered restaurant is reminiscent of an European beer hall. Enjoy communal dining and booth seating in a lively setting.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Fulton Market District

Pump Room

1301 N. State Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60610

A modern twist on the old Pump Room. Delicious food is served in a cool, lively environment. You will find a modern contemporary approach to a classic American menu that uses regional ingredients. The late night menu includes tapas style small plates. The beverage program offers an international selection of beers, specialty cocktails, and an excellent collection of wines. No jackets required.  

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Near North

The Purple Pig

444 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

Located on the Magnificent Mile, this tapas style restaurant offers an incredible selection of pork dishes and a respectable wine selection. There’s more than pork at the purple pig, you can also feast on a menu of Mediterranean inspired delights that are sure to satisfy. The atmosphere is bustling and lively.

Cuisine: Tapas | Neighborhood: Magnificent Mile

Q Restaurant

11379 W 159th St.
Chicago, IL 60467

Q is an upscale, lively restaurant offering French/Vietnamese fusion cuisine and specialty cocktails, bolstered by friendly and engaging service.

Cuisine: Asian Fusion (French/Vietnamese) | Neighborhood: Orland Park

Raisu

2958 W Irving Park Road
Chicago, IL 60618

Raisu is a comfortable Japanese spot offering nigiri, sashimi, maki, and omekase in a friendly, unassuming space. Chef Simon Liew sources his fish twice a week from Tokyo’s Tsukiji fish market.

Cuisine: Sushi | Neighborhood: Irving Park

River Roast

315 N. LaSalle St.
Chicago, IL 60654

With beautiful city and water views, River Roast serves up contemporary tavern fare. They also feature live music and craft cocktails.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: River North

Robert’s Pizza and Dough Company

465 N McClurg Ct.
Chicago, IL 60611

Sleek and stylish pizzeria and bar set on Streeterville’s Ogden Slip offering creatively-topped thin-crust pizzas, salads, and more.

Cuisine: Pizza | Neighborhood: Streeterville

Roister

951 W. Fulton Market
Chicago, IL 60607

The kitchen is the restaurant and the restaurant is the kitchen. Roister bring a full culinary experience to its guests. Their primal cooking techniques are combined with modern technology to produce wonderful results.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Fulton Market District

Roka Akor

456 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Sleek Japanese steakhouse and sushi, with a wood-fired robata grill as the centerpiece of a vibrant, intimate space.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: River North

RPM Steak

66 W Kinzie St
Chicago, IL 60654

RPM Steak is a traditional steakhouse with a modern twist. Not only do they serve prime cuts of meat, they also feature a raw-bar and a craft cocktail program.

Cuisine: Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: River North

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

S.K.Y.

1239 W. 18th Street
Chicago, IL 60608

Contemporary American cuisine, redefined by Chef/Owner Stephen Gillanders's most inspiring culinary experiences from around the world.

Cuisine: Contemporary | Neighborhood: Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village

Sofi

606 S Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60605

This Northern Italian restaurant offers homemade pastas with the freshest ingredients. Chef/Owner Maurizio Michi wants all his guests to feel at home.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: South Loop

Steak 48

615 N Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

This modern take on a classic steak house offers up classic fare with a large selection of seafood. At Steak 48, there are a number of different rooms all with unique atmospheres to choose from.

Cuisine: Steakhouse | Neighborhood: River North

Sunda New Asian

110 W. Illinois
Chicago, IL 60654

Prepare for a chic Pan-Asian experience, as Sunda provides an eclectic menu of Asian-inspired dishes in a stylish and lively environment, designed by Tony Chi. The sushi bar provides a wide assortment of freshly prepared sushi, sashimi and nigiri options.

Cuisine: Asian | Neighborhood: River North

Swift & Sons

1000 W Fulton Market
Chicago, IL 60607

A high-end all-American steakhouse with a modernized menu featuring lavish seafood dishes as well as a large collection of featured steak entrees in a stylish converted cold storage warehouse.

Cuisine: Steakhouse | Neighborhood: Near West Side

Tallgrass

1006 S. State Street
Lockport, IL 60441

Located in Lockport's historic district on the upper level of a restored Victorian building, the menu consists of three, four, and five-course prix-fixe dinners. Tallgrass is famous for gourmet crustacean entrees and appetizers, as well as the rack of lamb with gorgonzola. Chef Burcenski uses fresh ingredients from local small farmers who are ecologically conscience. The restaurant offers an elegant wine list and a tempting selection of desserts. A perfect special occasion restaurant.

Cuisine: French | Neighborhood: Lockport

Tanta

118 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60654

The Peruvian dishes at Tanta will transport you. The knowledgeable staff will guide you through an authentic menu of seafood, ceviche, empanadas and more. The atmosphere is lively, including live music periodically and a terrific rooftop.  The pisco sour is to die for.

Cuisine: Peruvian | Neighborhood: Near North

Taxim

1558 N. Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60622

Taxim offers regional Greek cuisine and wines in an elegant and upscale atmosphere. Impeccable service is paired with an inspired modern menu of Mediterranean dishes.  

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek | Neighborhood: Wicker Park / Bucktown

Tazza Italian Ristorante

14065 S. Bell Road
Homer Glen, IL 60491

Tazza offers a quality Italian meal in a pleasant, relaxed family atmosphere. Enjoy Chef Rosie's own recipes of traditional Italian pastas, pizzas, salmon, veal, soups, and more. Portions are large and the service is excellent. A generous selection of wines is available by the bottle or the glass.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Homer Glen

Tied House

3157 N Southport Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657

Tied House is a modern, New American restaurant connected to Schubas Tavern. With a creative food menu and cocktails to match, this airy space has a lot to offer all types of diners.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Lakeview

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