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1. Geja's Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(5780)
$$$$
• Fondue • Lincoln Park
Booked 28 times today
For over 60 years, fondue dining at Geja's Café has been a favorite indulgence for Chicagoans as well as out-of-towners. It's a perfect way to kindle romance, celebrate a special occasion or simply join family and friends for a fun and unforgettable dining experience.
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2. The Berghoff Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2954)
$$$$
• German • Downtown / Loop
Booked 68 times today
---The Berghoff Restaurant is a Chicago landmark, serving German-style cuisine and culture since 1898. One of the oldest family-run businesses in the nation, now run by the fourth generation, Pete Berghoff. Today's Berghoff menus have evolved to add newer, lighter, and more contemporary dishes, but it's still the same old Berghoff, down to the famous root beer. In December 2018, the Berghoff family opened Adams Street Brewery, aptly named after the street they have called home for over a century, to nod to their brewing roots and commemorate the restaurant's 120th anniversary.
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3. 3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(4393)
$$$$
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 189 times today
The 3 Arts Club Café resides in the grand central garden courtyard of RH Chicago, the Gallery at the Historic Three Arts Club, a 70,000-square-foot design gallery in Chicago's famed Gold Coast neighborhood. We invite you to enjoy our menu of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and a selection of wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. RH Chicago also features the 3 Arts Club Wine Vault.For group dining inquiries, please email: chicagohospitality@rh.com
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4. Chicago Chop House
4.7
Exceptional(4119)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 39 times today
Experience History & Excellence: Chicago Chop House® legendary menu features exclusively hand-cut in-house USDA prime steaks, fresh mouth watering seafood, decadent house-made sharable sides and irresistible scratch-made desserts to perfectly culminate your dining experience! Immerse yourself in timeless elegance with five-star service and one of a kind ambiance that includes three cozy candle lit floors of seating filled with over 1,400 historic photos of Chicago architecture, sports, entertainment, political figures, and a wall of mayor's. During the beautiful Chicago summers enjoy our outside Courtyard that offers a perfect setting for a moonlit dinner. Chicago Chop House® combines a memorable dining experience with a rich history, making it a beloved original steakhouse in Chicago.
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5. Le Colonial - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(8493)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 111 times today
Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere perched on Oak Street in Chicago’s Gold Coast. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.
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6. Main and Lincoln
4.6
Exceptional(26)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Valparaiso, IN
Booked 2 times today
Located in Valparaiso, Indiana, Main + Lincoln offers New American cuisine in a warm inviting space. The menu changes often in order to offer the best seasonal ingredients. Please call the restaurant if you're interested in booking any special events.
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7. La Storia
4.5
Awesome(1147)
$$$$
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 23 times today
La Storia is a genuine Italian experience where guests share in the rich culture of the Italian table. Join us in Chicago’s historic gold coast neighborhood and enjoy faithful renditions of beloved regional dishes. Indulge in our specialty handcrafted pastas, made in house, daily in the Sardinian style.Patio seating is first come, first serve. In order to be seated, we ask that you arrive early and with your complete party. We ask guests to assist us by limiting the table times for parties: 2ppl (1hr 30mins), 3-4ppl (1hr 45mins), 5-6ppl (2hrs).
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8. La Bella Trattoria Loop
4.4
Awesome(181)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown / Loop
Booked 25 times today
La Bella Trattoria is a bold Italian restaurant in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, located inside a historic landmark building at 120 W Monroe, the restaurant pairs historic elegance with modern style. Our restaurant serves traditional Italian and Italian-American dishes, specialty cocktails, and fine wines in a lively, stylish setting. Join us for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, after-work happy hour, or for a pre-theater meal before a show.For Private Dining & Catering Inquiries please visit our website!
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9. The Allis- Soho House Chicago
4.5
Awesome(560)
$$$$
• European • West Loop
Booked 21 times today
The Allis is a public outlet located on the ground floor of Soho House Chicago set in a relaxed and welcoming social space for group dining, meetings, and date nights.Serving modern European dishes drawing inspiration from British Brasseries along with classic and seasonal cocktails. On Fridays through Sunday from 1pm to 4.30pm, we offer an elevated afternoon tea experience. Enjoy tea and Champagne paired with pastries and savory bites. Afternoon Tea is only available to book through the OpenTable experience or by calling the restaurant at 312-521-8000.The Allis Bar is named after the family that commissioned the restaurant's historic building in 1907 and features bar and patio seating.
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10. Michael Jordan's Steakhouse
4.5
Awesome(5739)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 36 times today
At Michael Jordan's Steak House, we are stewards of legacy rooted in heartfelt hospitality. From the sear on each cut of our Legendary Steak Flight to rolling each piece of our Wagyu Short Rib Truffle Pasta, we strive for the same greatness, spirit and soul that Michael demonstrated on the court. Join us for a romantic date night for a seafood tower garnished with oysters, shrimp and lobster. For a more cozy atmosphere, join us at the bar for a round of our signature cocktails and spirit-free drinks like the Jump Man, Airpresso Martini or Banana Old Fashioned. Break away from a typical brunch with 1-hour bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys alongside Breakfast Burgers. No greater care is taken with private, fine dining in our historic space as we play a part in crafting unforgettable celebrations— from birthdays to anniversaries and every night in between. Rest assured, our team of all-stars will curate an exceptional group dining experience through our 23-Layer Cake for dessert.

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  • Kari
    New York City •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Loved it. I have German ancestry and know this is authentic German food. Tasty, good quantity, and good value. Had schnitzel and platter with smoked pork chop and wurst. Sauerkraut was excellent. We were in Germany in October 2025 and this was as good or better. Nice relaxed atmosphere. Looks like many locals and repeat customers. Waitress was fantastic - wish I could remember her name; older woman - very kind, efficient, attentive and a real pro. It was our daughter’s 21st birthday and she comp’d us a piece of cake to go. I can’t say enough nice things about The Berghoff.
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    The Berghoff Restaurant$$$$• German• Downtown / Loop
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    4.5
  • Myrten
    St. Louis •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It was lovely. Had brunch there to celebrate our 48th wedding anniversary. Beautiful venue, service and food. We LOVED it!
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    3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago$$$$• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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    4.8
  • Jennifer
    Chicago / Illinois •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Wonderful. Love the ambience. Our server Peter was grand. Every thing on the tea service was outstanding! I loved that there was no obtrusive music. We could actually converse. We will return soon!!
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    The Allis- Soho House Chicago$$$$• European• West Loop
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    4.5
  • CarmenGold
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Really outstanding. Great service and food. Quiet with a great atmosphere. Probably the best mixed drink and desert i have ever had. Steaks and sides were fantastic. Will definitely be back.
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    Chicago Chop House$$$$• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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    4.7
  • Terry
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 8, 2026
    Best fresh food in Valparaiso! George goes above and beyond to provide high quality dishes. Love M + L.
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    Main and Lincoln$$$$• Contemporary American• Valparaiso, IN
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    4.6

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