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1. Southern Chicago
4.3
Awesome(716)
$$$$
• Southern • South Side
Booked 48 times today
Everything was absolutely amazing! The food was delicious! It was our first time in Chicago and we loved it!
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2. Storyville | Lulu's Speakeasy
4.2
Awesome(1307)
$$$$
• Southern • River North (Chicago)
Booked 13 times today
Always a good choice Food and service always amazing
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3. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Chicago
4.1
Excellent(4191)
$$$$
• Southern • River North (Chicago)
Booked 45 times today
The food and drinks were delicious and service was impeccable
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4. Juliet's Tavern
4.7
Exceptional(613)
$$$$
• Southern • Joliet
Booked 9 times today
I enjoy dining at Juliet"s. The food is outstanding.
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5. Yardbird Table & Bar - Chicago
4.5
Awesome(1753)
$$$$
• Southern • River North (Chicago)
Booked 21 times today
Had a great birthday brunch with my friends !!!!!!
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6. Virtue
4.8
Exceptional(2180)
$$$$
• Southern • Hyde Park
Booked 85 times today
Food was delicious. We had the Gumbo, Blackened Catfish, Short Ribs, Mac and Cheese, Collard Greens, and Blueberry Cobbler. Everything was amazing. The staff were great, very informative and attentive. Food came out quickly. 10/10
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7. Wildfire - Oak Brook
4.6
Exceptional(17668)
$$$$
• Southern • Oak Brook
Booked 104 times today
As always, the food, service and atmosphere were excellent. Our 92 year old mom is usually with us when we visit and we appreciate the respectful way the staff interacts with her. The restaurant has a flow and organization that is comfortable for my mom who uses a walker and moves slowly. We’ll be back as we adore the food and experience.
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8. Blue Door Kitchen & Garden
4.5
Awesome(2818)
$$$$
• Southern • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 38 times today
We loved this place and would definitely go back. Had the perogies and crab cake appetizers… delicious. Fried chicken for dinner was the best!
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9. White Chocolate Grill - Naperville
4.8
Exceptional(6745)
$$$$
• Southern • Naperville
Booked 45 times today
Excellent food and service from Bob! Will dine here again.
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10. South Branch
4.6
Exceptional(1288)
$$$$
• Southern • Downtown / Loop
Booked 97 times today
Great spot, sat out on the patio with River views. Wide menu options, delicious meal and great service with a smile!

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  • Pam
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food was hot and tasty. They have the best waffles I’ve ever had in my life! Great portions and the service was excellent. My Patron frozen strawberry margarita was strong & delicious. I cannot ever come to Chicago and not dine here for brunch. Don’t walk, run to this black-owned restaurant. You won’t regret it!
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    Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Chicago$$$$• Southern• River North (Chicago)
    •
    4.1
  • Leslie
    Chicago / Illinois •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    My husband and I was there for our 5th Anniversary Breakfast, everything was delicious
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    Toast It IZ$$$$• American• Evergreen Park
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    4.5
  • Kaylan
    Connecticut •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Food was delicious. We had the Gumbo, Blackened Catfish, Short Ribs, Mac and Cheese, Collard Greens, and Blueberry Cobbler. Everything was amazing. The staff were great, very informative and attentive. Food came out quickly. 10/10
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    Virtue$$$$• Southern• Hyde Park
    •
    4.8
  • OpenTable Diner
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We had a group of 5 friends and dined at Dawn AM prior to a visit to the Obama Presidential Center. Food and service were both excellent! It was a beautiful day and we were able to walk along the park to the center (15 minute walk). I would like to revisit both the Obama Center and Dawn AM. OVERALL an excellent experience
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    Dawn Eatery$$$$• Southern• Hyde Park
    •
    4.5
  • JocalynGold
    St. Louis •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Sept 2026
    Had a great birthday brunch with my friends !!!!!!
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    Yardbird Table & Bar - Chicago$$$$• Contemporary Southern• River North (Chicago)
    •
    4.5

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