2 Best Contemporary European Restaurants In River North (Chicago)

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1. Table Donkey and Stick

4.8

Exceptional(727)

££££

• Contemporary european • Logan Square

Booked 26 times today

Located on the edge of Logan Square, Table, Donkey and Stick is a neighborhood restaurant offering seasonal fare and a unique selection of beer, wine and spirits honoring the eating and drinking traditions of the Alps. The restaurant has been named a best new restaurant by Chicago Magazine and awarded a Bib Gourmand by the Guide Michelin.Our menu features creative, seasonally driven small and large plates, complemented by a rotating selection of charcuterie and artisan cheeses. The kitchen works with local farmers and whole animals whenever possible; all breads and charcuterie items are made in-house.Table, Donkey and Stick is a place to gather with friends in a warm and comfortable environment. The focus is on the table: a place for food and drink, but also for story-telling and fellowship.

2. Le Mistral

4.8

Exceptional(73)

££££

• Contemporary european • Lincoln Park

Booked 22 times today

Le Mistral is a Southern European–inspired wine and cocktail bar where the winds of the Mediterranean meet the spirit of Chicago. Curated by award-winning Sommelier Jelena Prodan and paired with a unique food menu from Chef Stephen Gillanders, it blends tradition, terroir, and creativity into an experience that feels both soulful and effortless. Guests might sip a salty Corsican white alongside black truffle croquettes, or discover a rakija spritz that captures the Adriatic in summer—all without pretense, velvet ropes, or pressure. With low lighting, sharp service, and a soundtrack that sets the mood, Le Mistral is equal parts wine bar, cocktail lounge, and cultural café: a place where conversations flow, strangers become friends, and every drink tells a story worth remembering.

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1. Table Donkey and Stick

2. Le Mistral

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