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1. Peanut Park Trattoria
4.8
Exceptional(232)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy / University Village
Booked 15 times today
Located in the heart of nostalgic "Little Italy" on Chicago's famed Taylor Street, Peanut Park is a traditional Italian joint brought to you by your friends at Coalfire and Tempesta Market.Chicago Magazine voted Peanut Park One of the Top Restaurants in Chicago February 2022 and Tasting Table said we are " One of the Absolute Best Italian Restaurants in Chicago" this past May 2022. Our menu is simple and we aim to celebrate Italian classics and timeless bistro favorites.We embody passion, integrity, and excellence while striving to provide an authentic dining experience by celebrating tradition and invoking the modern. Don't miss our handmade pastas, pizza and incredible cocktail menu. Join us in our dining room or dine al fresco on the rooftop for a one of a kind experience!
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2. Pompei - Taylor
4.1
Excellent(7)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy / University Village
Booked 1 time today
Pompei, on Taylor Street, is a fast casual “counter service” restaurant. It has a long-standing history throughout the Chicago area ever since it was first established in 1909. When first opened, Pompei served only baked bread and cheese pizzas. Over the years, the restaurant has expanded its menu to include many delectable dishes that have quickly become favorites for many of the locals while remaining true to its original roots.The dine-in menu features Italian sausage, hand rolled pizzas like the Signature Pizza Pompei or the Four Cheese and Tomato, plenty of house made pasta like the gnocchi and cheese ravioli and an array of pizza strudels like the Beef Angelo and the Pompei Italiano. Pompei also features incredible, freshly made desserts like the chocolate cannoli, "Italian chocolate sheet cake", bread pudding and the Taylor street cheesecake. Enjoy Pompei's seasonal outdoor seating for a true Al Fresco experience. Pompei offers (3) private banquet rooms and catering.
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3. Gene and Georgetti
4.7
Exceptional(6017)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 40 times today
Gene and Georgetti is Chicago's original steakhouse since 1941. This family-owned establishment housed in Chicago's third oldest building serves the finest prime-aged steaks and chops, pastas, & signature dishes invented here such as The Garbage Salad and Chicken alla Joe. Our curated wine list originates from our roots in Lucca, Tuscany, Italy - we concentrate on Italian varietals that complement our classic Italian steakhouse menu.Securely processed credit card info is required to secure a reservation. No-shows or cancellations within 48 hrs will be charged $25 pp. As a reminder we do have a 15 minute grace period to honor your reservation, past that time your reservation will be forfeit.Valet parking after 3pm is $15 cash.Our dress code is Smart Business/Cocktail Chic - you never know who you might see at G & G!Gene & Georgetti can accommodate your party of up to 100. We look forward to welcoming you to G&G, where classic never goes out of style.
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4. La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly Chicago
4.2
Awesome(2147)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 111 times today
La Pizza & La Pasta features two of the best-loved Italian dishes: Napoli-style pizza and al dente pasta. Enjoy our seasonal selection just steps away from our expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers). To create our traditional but innovative dishes, our chefs cook with both fresh pasta made daily in-house and air-dried, bronze-extruded pasta from Campania, Italy. Eataly has teamed up with the experts at Rossopomodoro, a Napoli-based pizza company, to bring you traditional Neapolitan pizza. Creamy mozzarella, charred yet elastic crust, and sweet San Marzano tomatoes are the basis for the most traditional Pizza.
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5. JoJo's ShakeBAR - River North
3.7
Very Good(2649)
Price: Moderate
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 266 times today
JoJo’s ShakeBAR is a next-generation restaurant and bar, and River North’s next go-to spot for hangouts, first dates, and family affairs. Its’ modern, yet familiar, diner experience is grounded in nostalgia and focuses on creative desserts and elevated diner favorites.Outdoor Patio Seating is available for reservations and walk-ins. In the case of inclement weather, our team will do our best to accommodate outdoor patio reservations inside, but indoor seating is not guaranteed. Reservations Are Highly Recommended & Walk Ins Are Available Based Upon Availability.
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6. Pilsen Yards
4.7
Exceptional(1594)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Pilsen
Booked 23 times today
Pilsen Yards is a bar-centric and music-driven hangout in the heart of Pilsen with an open air vibe and one of the largest patios in the city.Exec. chef Juan Carlos Gutierrez's menu of latin-inspired street food, from tacos to ceviches, hummus to carne asada is plated up next to a mezcal, tequila, & whiskey charged bar program from bev director Lance Bowman, and it’s all on the cheap.
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7. Labriola Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(2481)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 152 times today
Celebrate with us at Labriola, located on Michigan Avenue in downtown Chicago, where every bite is a celebration of flavor!Enjoy award-winning pizzas and Italian American favorites in a stylish, casual setting. Start with Bruschetta or Toasted Ravioli, then savor Artisan Pizzas, Tagliatelle Bolognese with freshly made pasta, Skirt Steak & Fries, or Richie’s Lemon Chicken. Pair your meal with expertly crafted cocktails, and don't miss happy hour.Elevate your celebrations in our spacious private event spaces, perfect for any occasion. Contact chicago@labriolacafe.com to book.Our beautiful, dog-friendly patio seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Our catering services are perfect for office events and special gatherings, ensuring everyone gets a taste of Labriola’s finest. Join us and experience the vibrant dining experience that Labriola offers!
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8. Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails
4.5
Awesome(568)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 45 times today
Kindling boasts a live fire show kitchen, wood-fired plates, and tasty cocktails in the heart of downtown Chicago. Chef Partner is James Beard Award-winning Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldly perspective and decades of wood-fired cooking to Kindling's internationally inspired menu. Located within Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling welcomes guests for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, with happy hour specials offered on weekdays from 3pm-5:30pm. Follow us on social @kindlingchicago & @chefsawyer!CLOSED: 11/28, 12/24-12/26, 1/1Open for dinner only 12/27-12/28
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9. Lou Malnati's - Gold Coast
4.7
Exceptional(95)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • River North (Chicago)
Booked 66 times today
Search no further than the Gold Coast Lou Malnati’s for the best pizza on the Magnificent Mile.Located at 1120 N. State Street, this Gold Coast restaurant is considered a flagship location and the largest Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria to date. This location features a full-service bar, two private dining spaces, and outdoor seating is available depending on the season. Whether you’re taking in the rich history, famous architecture or strolling along the Lake Michigan shoreline, Lou Malnati’s Gold Coast is the perfect spot to satiate your deep dish cravings.
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10. ETC.
new
4.9
Exceptional(10)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 20 times today
Lamar J. Moore, the beloved, Chicago-based, chef, has manifested a vision of elevated Southern cuisine in a Northern city where the bulk of the Black American community has direct Southern ancestry and roots. Soil was rich and ready for the unique warmth of his ideas. The opening team of etc. has created a space, menu, beverage program, and flow of service that is simultaneously down-home and adventurous, and as intriguing and challenging as it is familiar Our mission is to bring a high level of experience, taste, and cocktails to the loop/printers row, family-style and without any pretension.

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