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Where we love to eat in Chicago

Chicago's a city that loves its restaurants, and OpenTable loves food. So there was no shortage of suggestions when we asked employees to name their favorite spots to book around the Windy City. Check out the list below for Japanese in Lincoln Park, Mexican in the South Loop, barbecue in Berwyn, and more.

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Updated 05 October 2021
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Willow Room

Price: Expensive
American
Lincoln Park
4.7
1664 reviews
Had a great dinner. The food/service was great. They have a wonderful Monday special. Can’t beat the value.
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Juno

Price: Very Expensive
Japanese
Lincoln Park
4.7
1388 reviews
Perfect place. Amazing food. Not only talented but nice chef.
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Brindille

Price: Very Expensive
French
River North (Chicago)
4.6
1148 reviews
Excellent dinner in every way. The food was fabulous---including the watermelon tomato gazpacho, the tarte Tatin (savory) and the duck. And great cocktails too! And I can't say enough about our server, Evan. He was wonderful, gracious, helpful--just perfect in every way. He helped my 90+ year old mom into her uber to go home--what a gracious man. The ambience is lovely---not too loud, but not too quiet--just a fabulous experience in every way.
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Coco Pazzo

Price: Expensive
Italian
River North (Chicago)
4.7
3643 reviews
Great service, great food!! From our waiter to the wait staff everyone was great!! Party of 7 and didn’t feel rushed. Best Thanksgiving with family. Thank you all!!!
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Mercat a La Planxa

Price: Moderate
Unspecified
South Loop
4.3
4765 reviews
Such a fantastic meal. Beautiful room and fantastic presentation.
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Eduardo's Enoteca - Lakeview

Price: Moderate
Italian
Lakeview / East Lakeview
4.3
57 reviews
Beautiful evening to sit outside with lots of families. Food was very good and not fussy, portions were good sized. We definitely will be going back.
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Prosecco

Price: Expensive
Contemporary Italian
River North (Chicago)
4.5
2642 reviews
It is a wonderful place. We love it. The staff is very attentive!
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Tanoshii - West Loop

Price: Expensive
Japanese
West Loop
4.9
727 reviews
The food was outstanding and I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice date night or dinner with friends or family. Quiet, clean, and slightly hidden gem. Very attentive staff with personalized service. The staff made sure you had a great experience.
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Riccardo Trattoria

Price: Moderate
Italian
Lincoln Park
4.8
2618 reviews
Riccardo Trattoria was amazing! My Dad and I went for his birthday and the food was so good and very authentic. They even surprised my dad with a little candle on his desert for his birthday! Amazing service, intimate, and delicious food. Bellissimo!!!
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Sapori Trattoria

Price: Moderate
Italian
Lincoln Park
4.7
4242 reviews
Excellent service! Old Fashion was perfect! The food was amazing!
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Arami

Price: Expensive
Japanese
Bucktown / Wicker Park
4.5
944 reviews
it's an extraordinary sensory voyage that leaves you in awe of the culinary mastery on display. It's an experience worth savoring, cherishing, and returning to time and time again.
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Uncommon Ground-Lakeview

Price: Moderate
Contemporary American
Lakeview / East Lakeview
4.6
1062 reviews
Great food. Reasonably priced. Friendly staff. Efficient service. Great atmosphere.
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Holu - Chicago

Price: Expensive
Steakhouse
China Town
4.7
405 reviews
My friend and I went for a Thanksgiving splurge. We split a Signature Omakase and a Signature platter of sashimi- everything was delicious, but the steaks were the stars for me. Truly some of the best bites of my life, curated at our table. Our servers and grill master were cute, the big booth seating was spacious and comfortable, and the vibe was chic but chill. So worth the expense. I can't stop talking about it. I will absolutely go back, and I'm getting a whole Omakase for myself.
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Duck Inn

Price: Expensive
American
Bridgeport
4.7
1669 reviews
Delicious food and lovely atmosphere. Duck wings and duck dog are a must try.
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FITZGERALDS

Price: Moderate
Barbecue
Berwyn
4.9
399 reviews
This was an amazing Dia de Los Muertos show that included live Mexican music, a performance with some of the most beautiful and spectacular costumes I have ever seen, and delicious home-style Mexican food. It was an unforgettable evening.
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Maple Tree Inn

Price: Moderate
Creole / Cajun / Southern
Homewood
4.8
3958 reviews
Everything about this place was great. Food, ambience, drinks and service were exceptional . We arrived at 4:00 , we were seated promptly, waiter came minutes afterwards we ordered drinks and appetizer. My friend and I had strawberry jalapeño martini they were delicious. We also had the fried green tomatoes which were the best I have ever had. Our entrée was equally delicious. I had the blackened red fish with collard greens with etoufea sauce with white rice amazing!! The portions were large so I took home about 75% of my meal. We will definitely be back!
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Azul

Price: Expensive
Seafood
Goose Island
4.5
874 reviews
The servers were amazing! The food was a 10/10. The drinks were amazinggggg. The little views and ambiance were so cute. I will be a faithful customer.
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Gioia Ristorante e Pastificio

Price: Expensive
Italian
West Loop
4.6
414 reviews
It is a beautiful restaurant and great food, it was a little bit noisy but everything else was spectacular, food and drinks were outstanding.
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Chrissoulas

Price: Moderate
Greek
Mundelein / Vernon Hills / Libertyville
4.6
933 reviews
Great place to eat and have drinks. Staff is so friendly.
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EJ's Place

Price: Expensive
American
Skokie
4.8
1534 reviews
E.J.'s never disappoints! the food, service and atmosphere are always great.
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Elske

Price: Very Expensive
American
West Loop
4.8
969 reviews
Incredible dining experience. We had an amazing server Alexa who helped tailor the dining experience exactly to our desires. The food was amazing; we almost had everything off of the à la carte menu. Really unique flavor combinations that worked well and weren’t overwhelming. The Freak of Nature Oolong tea was to die for. Highly, highly recommend.
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Sochi Saigonese Kitchen

Price: Moderate
Vietnamese
Lakeview / East Lakeview
4.8
444 reviews
Fantastic food! Would have liked better selection of cocktails and desserts (two out of 3 desserts were sold out), but food quality, variety and unique flavors made it absolutely worth while.
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Greenwood

Price: Moderate
American
Highwood
4.6
948 reviews
Great little spot if you are looking for a nice ambiance and good food away from the city
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Kama Bistro

Price: Expensive
Indian
La Grange
4.8
1370 reviews
Kama never stops their amazing attention to service and detail. They are on point with consistency! Food is delicious - fresh - and the flavors are amazing. It is a wonderful place for comfort and a fabulous meal. Luv it!
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