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1. Il Culaccino
4.4
Awesome(1135)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Loop
Booked 33 times today
If your preferred time is unavailable please call for possible openings. Il Culaccino, the new fine Italian dining restaurant presented by the Franco’s Restaurant Group, comes to McCormick Square in Spring 2019. Anchored in the Arrive Lex Apartment Tower, 2134 South Indiana, Il Culaccino is just steps away from Wintrust Arena and a short walk from McCormick Place. At Il Culaccino, you’ll enjoy unique wines and delicious plates accompanied by the friendly and superior service that has become the hallmark of Franco’s Restaurant Group, family-owned since 1989.Be prepared to have your senses thrilled at Il Culaccino, before or after exploring McCormick Square, Chicago’s most exciting and vibrant new entertainment district.
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2. Lips - Chicago
4.9
Exceptional(1044)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Loop
Booked 21 times today
JOIN US AT LIPS CHICAGO FOR THE #1 DRAG SHOW CHICAGO'S ONLY TRUE LA CAGE DRAG SHOW PALACE EXPERIENCELips is the Ultimate in Drag Dining! Dinner, Drinks, and Fabulous Entertainment!SHOW SCHEDULEThursdays - The Divas ShowFridays - The Glamour GirlzSaturday Afternoon - Dragalicious BrunchSaturday Dinner - Glitz and GlamSunday Afternoon - Dragalicious Gospel BrunchPER PERSONThursday - $36.95(3 Course Dinner & Show Package)Saturday Brunch - $45.95(Includes All-You-Can-Drink Mimosas, Champagne, or Bloody Mary's and Entrée)Friday & Saturday - $52.95(3 Course Dinner & Show Package)Sunday Brunch - $45.95(Includes All-You-Can-Drink Mimosas, Champagne, or Bloody Mary's and Entrée)*Pricing above does not include drinks, tax, or tip.
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3. Fatpour Tap Works - McCormick
4.5
Awesome(25)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Loop
Booked 22 times today
Where food and sports collide just steps from McCormick Place and Wintrust Arena.Fatpour Tap Works is a polished casual spot built for fans of every kind. We’ll put the game on for any sport: local high school matchups, college rivalries, or pro men’s and women’s sports. If it’s on TV or streaming, we’ll have it on our massive screens near your table. Just steps from McCormick Place, Fatpour’s menu features elevated tavern classics, wood-fired pizzas, signature Fat Plates, and stacked burgers that satisfy the hunger of every man, woman, or person. Just look at our Fatpour burger—two grilled cheese sandwiches plus a burger. And that’s before you even get to the massive beer list, seasonal cocktails, and non-alcoholic options. The ideal gameday atmosphere across from Wintrust Arena, Fatpour Tap Works makes the game better—even if your team loses, which happens a lot with Chicago sports. Your gameday starts here—where you can eat your feelings and leave whole again.
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4. VU Rooftop Lounge
4.0
Excellent(283)
Price: Moderate
• American • China Town
Booked 24 times today
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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5. Pizzeria Portofino
4.8
Exceptional(2169)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 216 times today
Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant located directly on the Chicago riverfront offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera.
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6. Aba - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(3050)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 333 times today
Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions. Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more.
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7. Tre Dita
4.8
Exceptional(1387)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 136 times today
Led by Chef Evan Funke, Tre Dita, Italian for "three fingers", pays homage to the precise measurement of bistecca Fiorentina. Whether you're booking in the dining room at Tre Dita or Bar Tre Dita, you will enjoy the full menu of antipasti, handmade pastas, signature entrees and steaks. The full cocktail, wine list and dessert menu is also available in both locations.Please note that Tre Dita only accepts reservations 7 days in advance.
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8. Apolonia
4.6
Exceptional(37)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • South Loop
Booked 18 times today
This second restaurant from acclaimed chef Stephen Gillanders does not disappoint. At Apolonia, Gillanders skillfully explores the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with the same creative flair so many have come to love at S.K.Y., proving that all good things are worth the wait.
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9. Girl & the Goat
4.7
Exceptional(15408)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 202 times today
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.
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10. Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna
4.8
Exceptional(213)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • River North (Chicago)
Booked 171 times today
Zarella, a neighborhood pizzeria and taverna from Boka Restaurant Group, is located on the bustling corner of Grand and Wells in the heart of River North. Chef Partners Chris Pandel (Swift & Sons, Cira, Swift & Son’s Tavern) and Lee Wolen (Boka, Alla Vita, GG’s Chicken Shop) have come together to craft a menu featuring a mix of tavern-style and artisan pizzas, an array of entrées and small bites, as well as fresh salads, alongside an ever-rotating menu of Italian specialties, promising a dining experience that is both nostalgic and unique.‍Reminiscent of a classic Italian eatery, the space exudes a timeless charm that makes it feel as if it has been a beloved corner spot for generations. Whether guests are at a large table enjoying a meal with family and friends; having a bite and a beer while watching the Bulls or Bears; or retiring to the downstairs taverna for expertly crafted cocktails, Zarella promises to be a neighborhood favorite.

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