Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Chicago / Illinois

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Updated March 05, 2025

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Highline Pizza Bar

4.8

4.8 (47)

$30 and under

Pizza Bar

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

Highline Pizza Bar, located in River North, serves up delicious signature cracker crust and Detroit-style pizzas alongside refreshing drinks in a fun and welcoming space. Gamers can enjoy free arcade games, while sports fans can catch the big game. Perfect for a night out with friends or a cozy night in, Highline Pizza Bar offers convenient carryout and delivery.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 1, 2025

Came for the lunch special. $15 for a pizza, fries, and a beer. Cracker thin crust pizza was good, fries came with a great fry dip, and there was a nice selection of beers. Service was great and games were free. Would deffinetly recommend if you’re coming for lunch

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Saturday ALL DAY Specials

Robert's Pizza and Dough Company

4.8

4.8 (2136)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Gold Coast / Streeterville

About the restaurant

Robert's Pizza and Dough Company serves it's award winning thin-crust artisanal pizzas with fresh and unique ingredients.

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MuhsinVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great pizza and good service... we always come here and enjoy Robert's Pizza

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The Geodesic Domes at Hackney's on Harms

4.7

4.7 (299)

$30 and under

American

Skokie

About the restaurant

We are thrilled to announce the geodesic domes at Hackneys on Harms are open and ready for your perfect holiday gathering. There is a $10 fee to dine in the domes outside. No reservations for indoor seating.

Hackney's is a classic American restaurant that serves authentic American food like burgers and fries, and has been a popular spot in Chicago since the Prohibition Era. Of all the amazing dishes here, one of the most popular is the Hackney Burger. This is a half-pound grilled burger served on two slices of rye bread, and is one of the reasons Hackney's has become so famous. Another delicious dish that stands out from the crowd includes Hackney's Original French Fried Onions. The french fried onions have placed in the top three onions rings in the country consistently, despite not even being rings! If you want to experience authentic classic American cuisine at a restaurant that's been serving America for 76 years, Hackney's is the place to go.

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Teresa

Dined 7 days ago

We had a wonderful visit. It was snowing so it was like have lunch in a snow globe. Food and drink were great!

501 Local

4.7

4.7 (273)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Winnetka

About the restaurant

501 Local is a locally owned and operated upscale casual American Bistro located in downtown Winnetka. The menu offers a combination of classic and contemporary dishes with a focus on seasonal ingredients and flavors. Our service is attentive and friendly. We are a perfect choice for catching up with an old friend over lunch, grabbing a drink with coworkers on our award-winning patio, or celebrating your occasion with family or a special someone. Make your visit to Winnetka unforgettable. Dine with us at 501 Local and add an extra layer of joy to your Home Alone pilgrimage just a half mile away!

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PattyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

501 Local never disappoints. Great food, friendly professional staff, easy to park. A great neighborhood restaurant!

Goblin & The Grocer

4.7

4.7 (336)

$30 and under

American

Michigan City, IN

About the restaurant

The Goblin & The Grocer is a restaurant, market & take away built to be an inviting year-around lake retreat & respite. As hosts we are passionate about serving thoughtfully prepared, locally sourced food & drink with a unique combination of service that is knowledgeable, friendly & laid back.
We are proud of our Award Winning Bloody Mary's, Brunch with Bottomless Mimosas & Farm to Table Menu!
Dog Friendly Patio & Best Wine List this side of Texas!

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Ronald

Dined 6 days ago

Good shepherd pie on St. Patrick's Day. Music by James Gedda and Jack Whittle was very enjoyable. I do not remember the name of the server who did an excellent job.

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Experience

Mother's Day

The Lawn

4.6

4.6 (270)

$31 to $50

American

Glenview

About the restaurant

Whether you’re grabbing a casual lunch with family on the patio, cocktails and snacks with friends in the redesigned cozy bar and lounge area or a having a special date night dinner in our hip modern dining room, The Lawn is the perfect North Shore gathering place for us all. Seven days a week, our neighborhood bar + grill takes pride in providing lunch and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere with views of Wilmette Golf Club. Our menu has been curated to showcase local small businesses like Zier's Prime Meats, Burhops Seafood and Harrison's Poultry. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Suzy

Dined on Mar 14, 2025

Our server was fantastic!! The food was delicious too

Blue Fire Restaurant

4.3

4.3 (47)

$30 and under

Contemporary European

Oak Park

About the restaurant

Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.

The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.

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KayHVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent in all categories! Nadia our hostess, server was amazing. We will definitely be back to this gem.

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Experience

FREE PIZZA On Your First Visit

VU Rooftop Lounge

4.3

4.3 (270)

$30 and under

American

China Town

About the restaurant

VU Rooftop is a 13,000 square foot concept located 22 stories high next door to McCormick Place. Here, you can enjoy an ingredient-driven beverage program, a top-notch culinary experience and unparalleled views of the Lake and Downtown within a modern designed space. VU is a year-round rooftop with outdoor terraces and enclosed spaces. Outdoor seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Due to weather or limited availability, seating may be indoors.

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Monique

Dined on Feb 22, 2025

Love love love! Will definitely be back. The fries are so yummy!

Rooftop at Riu Plaza Chicago

4.0

4 (9)

$31 to $50

Latin American

Streeterville

About the restaurant

Do you want to touch the sky in Chicago with RIU? Meet our new rooftop!
Located on the 27th floor of the dazzling new skyscraper, the moment you arrive you will be blown away by the spectacular panoramic views of the city. Being surrounded by the impressive Chicago skyline is a very special experience that will be hard to forget. Next challenge? Find your favourite spot to take some impressive photos: an absolute must to immortalise a moments you have to share with your nearest and dearest.
At RIU Hotels & Resorts we aim to provide you with the fullest experience possible, so we can’t miss out a place where you can enjoy a quiet snack or a good meal. The Rooftop bar offers a wide range of options for both lunch and dinner, with a varied menu of international cuisine. If you’re more of a liquid refreshment lover, there’s no need to worry. You will be able to choose from a wide selection of cocktails, spirits and wines to make your stay unforgettable.

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Sandy

Dined on Nov 14, 2024

Is was a very nice evening, I surprised my boyfriendon his birthday, we had a delicious cake slice Everything was perfect

Bar Louie - Dearborn Station

3.2

3.2 (12)

$30 and under

American

South Loop

About the restaurant

At Bar Louie, we're passionate about delivering flavor packed experiences. Defined by our award-winning handcrafted martinis and cocktails, our lunch, dinner and happy hours elevate the top-shelf bar experience. In a vibrant atmosphere energized by our local community, we serve all guests looking to create unforgettable moments - making us the go-to-spot for all occasions, from a spontaneous happy hour hangout to a celebratory spot for milestone events.

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Kevin

Dined on Feb 16, 2025

Nice place. Fiod was ok. But food service was slow. Staff apologized. Maybe just a bad night or shirt staffed

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