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Best Pre-Theatre Restaurants in Lakeshore East

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1. Roanoke
4.5
Awesome(1890)
$$$$
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 126 times today
Roanoke Restaurant, located in the Loop, is a local favorite known for its excellent service and top-tier culinary offerings. The menu highlights artisan comfort food, signature rotisserie dishes, and hand-crafted cocktails. The restaurant's design features luxurious finishes, copper accents, and warm lighting inspired by the rotisserie and brick oven in the open kitchen. Whether you're enjoying happy hour at the bar, dining by the fireplace for a more intimate experience, or joining the vibrant lunch crowd, Roanoke is an ideal spot to gather with colleagues, friends, or family. The restaurant also offers large event spaces that can accommodate up to 250 people.Guests can enjoy parking validation at the 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, parking for four hours is $10 with validation. Not valid for valet parking.
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2. State and Lake Chicago Tavern
4.3
Awesome(1645)
$$$$
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 10 times today
The sleek contemporary gastropub State and Lake Chicago Tavern combines the flair of artisanal American cuisine with the warm, welcoming vibe of a neighborhood pub. Named after the iconic intersection in the heart of the city, State and Lake Chicago Tavern serves up new twists on bistro fare, with an emphasis on featuring the finest locally sourced and wholesome ingredients. Putting a modern spin on traditional tavern dining, the inviting decor features cork floors, leather walls and plush banquettes, radiating upscale hospitality and exceptional service. Cozy enough to lounge in and stylish enough for business, State and Lake Chicago Tavern is ideal for guests and locals alike looking to unwind over a drink, gather together to watch a game, or grab a pre-theater bite before heading to the nearby historic theater district. Whether it's a lunchtime escape or a Happy Hour go-to at the intimate bar, theWit's award-winning eatery takes traditional tavern dining to the next level.
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3. Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave.
4.4
Awesome(938)
$$$$
• American • Lakeshore East
Booked 15 times today
Nestled on the corner of Wabash and Lake, Elephant & Castle is your go-to British restaurant and bar in the heart of Chicago's vibrant theatre and shopping districts. Just steps from the iconic Chicago Theatre and two blocks from the scenic Chicago Riverwalk, we offer classic British pub fare like fish and chips, hearty breakfasts, and live sports on big screens. Whether you're stopping by for happy hour, catching a football match, or grabbing a bite before a show, Elephant & Castle delivers an unforgettable pub experience right in downtown Chicago.
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4. La Bella Trattoria Loop
4.5
Awesome(183)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown / Loop
Booked 23 times today
La Bella Trattoria is a bold Italian restaurant in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, located inside a historic landmark building at 120 W Monroe, the restaurant pairs historic elegance with modern style. Our restaurant serves traditional Italian and Italian-American dishes, specialty cocktails, and fine wines in a lively, stylish setting. Join us for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, after-work happy hour, or for a pre-theater meal before a show.For Private Dining & Catering Inquiries please visit our website!
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5. Beatrix - Streeterville
4.7
Exceptional(3464)
$$$$
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 113 times today
Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.
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6. Ayayay - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(46)
$$$$
• Latin American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 9 times today
Ayayay brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food, elevated with Peruvian influences and modern techniques, to Chicago’s Loop. Led by Michelin-recognized Chef José Luis Chávez and Chef Adolfo Gosalvez, our menu features tacos, tortas, burritos, and bowls with house-made tortillas and bold, fresh salsas. Signature dishes include the Tenderloin Carne Asada Tacos, Porkbelly Chicharrón Torta, and Churros filled with cajeta and vanilla ice cream. Enjoy house margaritas by the glass or pitcher, with seasonal flavors available. Located steps from Millennium Park and the Chicago Riverwalk, Ayayay is perfect for casual lunches, after-work cocktails, or weekend cravings in a lively, modern space.
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7. The Gage
4.8
Exceptional(12720)
$$$$
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 191 times today
Beloved by locals and visitors alike for over fifteen years, The Gage effortlessly blends European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list in a lively, convivial setting--just steps from Millennium Park and the renowned Art Institute. The Gage is known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene offering indoor and outdoor dining, the ability to accommodate large groups and several private event spaces.
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8. Francois Frankie
4.3
Awesome(310)
$$$$
• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 42 times today
Francois Frankie is an American Brasserie featuring a rotating carousel bar and food from Executive Chef Matt Ayala in the heart of Chicago's Loop area. Perfect for dinner before the theater, the menu highlights French classics like escargot, steak tartare, mussels and steak frites, alongside contemporary American fare, including one of the city''s best cheeseburgers.
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9. Avli on The Park - Lakeshore East
4.7
Exceptional(573)
$$$$
• Greek • Downtown / Loop
Booked 70 times today
Avli on The Park, a MICHELIN Guide recommendation, offers guests contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.We are now offering complimentary valet for dinner service:Mon–Wed: 5–9 PMThurs: 5–10 PMFri & Sat: 5–11 PMSun: 5–9 PMThe space is designed to welcome groups of any size to celebrate in a festive and fun atmosphere in the main dining room and stylish rooftop terrace for dinner, lunch, and brunch! For parties of 10 or fewer, book online with OpenTable.For parties of 11-12, call the restaurant directly at (312) 600-9997 to book.For parties of greater than 12, book with Avli Events. Please contact our team here: https://www.avli.us/tripleseat-form-avli or call our Events Team at (312) 526-3606If you are a group of any size interested in the private Mati Room or Olympus Room, please contact our team here: https://www.avli.us/events-group-dining or call our Events Team at (312) 526-3606
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10. STK - Chicago
3.9
Excellent(7338)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 111 times today
STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

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  • MandyGold
    Chicago / Illinois •369 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Great server. Huge and fresh salads! Great grilled chicken. Fun vibe. Best dark chocolate angel food cake muffins!
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    Beatrix - Streeterville$$$$• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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    4.7
  • BrianGold
    New York City •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We had a large group and the restaurant allowed us to move our reservation earlier on short notice. The staff was absolutely fantastic. Everyone was super nice and attentive. 12 people in the group and all 12 people loved their food. The short rib lasagna was delicious. Will be back the next time we are in Chicago.
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    La Bella Trattoria Loop$$$$• Italian• Downtown / Loop
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    4.5
  • Ed
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 29 May 2026
    Absolutely Amazing service, Delicious food and FUN atmosphere - delighted!
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    Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave.$$$$• American• Lakeshore East
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    4.4
  • Jan
    Chicago / Illinois •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 27 May 2026
    Had a great lunch before seeing Spamalot. Service was quick even though the restaurant was very full.
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    Roanoke$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop
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    4.5
  • DonnaGold
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •55 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 22 Apr 2026
    What a wonderful, surprise! We had gone to the theater for our anniversary, and needed a place close by to dine that was available for seating at 10:00. State and Lake came up in our search, menu looked good, and we'd have a enough time to dine before they would close. From the moment we entered, we were treated like we were their most important guests! If I could give 10 stars for our server, Troy, I would! He made the experience - he was informative, personable, professional and just a pleasure to deal with throughout! Kudos for not rushing us, and in fact telling us to take our time and enjoy the experience. An all around great evening!
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    State and Lake Chicago Tavern$$$$• American• Downtown / Loop
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    4.3

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