RPM ITALIAN rpmitalian.com River North | 52 W. Illinois St. , 60654 | 312-222-1888 | RPM Italian features a modern expression of classic Italian fare. It’s an ideal spot for cocktails, dinner, or a night out. f h D $$$ SARANELLO’S saranellos.com Northwest Suburbs | 601 N. Milwaukee Ave. , Wheeling 60090 847-777-6878 | Chef-partner Mychael Bonner has created a broad menu of Italian fare, utilizing the most delicious ingredients to create the fullest flavors. SPIAGGIA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE spiaggiarestaurant.com Magnificent Mile | 980 N. Michigan Ave., 2nd Fl. , 60611 312-280-2750 | With sweeping lake views, four-star Spiaggia is a Chicago icon. Helmed by award-winning chef Tony Mantuano, it’s an unrivaled Italian dining experience. f h D $$$$ TUSCANY ON TAYLOR tuscanychicago.com Little Italy/University Village 1014 W. Taylor St. , 60607 312-829-1990 | Located in the heart of Little Italy, it looks like a typical Tuscan eatery, with an open kitchen, wood-burning oven, and grill. Pasta made fresh daily. d f h L D $$ THE VILLAGE italianvillage-chicago.com Loop | 71 W. Monroe St., 2nd Fl. , 60603 | 312-332-7005 Chicago’s most celebrated restaurant since 1927. Traditional Northern Italian fare in an authentic Italian Village setting. Featuring a 45k-bottle wine collection. L D $$ ROKA AKOR STEAK & SUSHI rokaakor.com/locations/chicago River North | 456 N. Clark St., Illinois & Clark , 60654 312-477-7652 | A stylish sushi and steak restaurant featuring Robatayaki-style cuisine. Enjoy sashimi and sushi, charcoal-grilled meats, and shochu-infused cocktails. f h L D LN $$$ SUNDA sundachicago.com River North | 110 W. Illinois St. , 60654 | 312-644-0500 | Upscale New Asian cuisine that is unique, yet approachable, for all palates. Michelin-recommended cuisine, unique mixology, celeb spotting, and locals. d f h BR L D $$ SUSHI-SAN sushisanrestaurant.com River North | 63 W. Grand Ave. , 60654 | 312-828-0575 | From the team behind Ramen-san, Sushi-san serves up fresh fish and fresher beats, featuring crispy handrolls, bincho-tan roasted meats, and ice-cold beer. $ EMA emachicago.com River North | 74 W. Illinois St. , 60654 | 312-527-5586 | Ema is a Mediterranean restaurant featuring a light, California style of cooking. The menu includes spreads, dips, and mezze (Mediterranean small plates). f L D $ NIA MEDITERRANEAN niarestaurant.com West Loop | 803 W. Randolph St. , 60607 | 312-226-3110 Fine Mediterranean cuisine, an award-winning wine list, and an elegant private dining room. Conveniently located on Randolph Street in the West Loop. f h L D LN $$$ LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA CHICAGO – GOLD COAST loumalnatis.com Gold Coast | 1120 N. State St. , 60610 | 312-725-7777 | Famous for its buttery, flaky crust, sweet and tangy tomatoes, gooey mozzarella cheese, and perfectly seasoned sausage. Lou’s is a Chicago tradition. h L D LN $ PIZZERIA ORA pizzeriaora.com River North | 545 N. LaSalle St. , 60654 | 312-464-1872 Chicago-style, deep-dish pizza is the specialty at Pizzeria Ora. Also featuring thin-crust pizza, entrees, salads, and sandwiches. Groups welcome. B L D LN $ STELLA BARRA PIZZERIA stellabarra.com Lincoln Park | 1954 N. Halsted St. , 60614 | 773-634-4101 | Artisan-style pizzas highlighting a range of sustainable, locally grown ingredients found at the farmers market and sourced by nearby purveyors. f h BR L D LN $ DINING Mexican TZUCO tzuco.com River North | 720 N State St ., 60654 | 312-374-8995 | Blending Mexican and French techniques, Tzuco brings together authentic flavors, textures, and aromas. Food that excites the spirit and warms the heart. e h D $$$ ZOMBIE TACO zombietacochicago.com River North | 530 N. LaSalle Dr. , 60654 | 312-527-7200 | River North’s newest taco counter, and first and only 24/7 taco window, where the taco dreams you never knew you had will finally come true. B L D LN $ Latin CARNIVALE carnivalechicago.com West Loop | 702 W. Fulton Market , 60661 | 312-850-5005 Bringing flavor to each dining experience, Carnivale engages friends, clients, and customers for an engaging and memorable evening. d f h BR L D $$$ NACIONAL 27 n27chicago.com River North | 325 W. Huron St. , 60610 | 312-664-2727 | Chicago’s premier modern Latin restaurant. Melding the explosive flavors and rich tastes of 27 Central and South American nations. d h D LN $$ VERMILION thevermilionrestaurant.com River North | 10 W. Hubbard St. , 60610 | 312-527-4060 | Unique global Latin-Indian melding. Raves by Esquire and Time , and named #1 Worldwide Lobster Portuguese by USA Today . Artisanal signature cocktails and boutique wines. f h L D $$$$ Seafood THE CAPITAL GRILLE thecapitalgrille.com Streeterville | 633 N. St. Clair St. , 60611 | 312-337-9400 A sophisticated steakhouse specializing in dry-aged steaks, lamb chops, sushi-grade tuna, and salmon. Featuring an award-winning wine list. f h L D $$$ CHICAGO OYSTER HOUSE chicagooysterhouse.com South Loop | 1933 S. Indiana Ave. , 60616 | 312-225-8833 | We offer the biggest selection of fresh oysters in Chicago, along with top-quality seafood such as fresh fish, king crab and jumbo scallops, plus prime steaks. h D $$$$ CINDY’S chicagoathletichotel.com Loop | 12 S. Michigan Ave. , 60603 312-940-3552 | Cindy’s menu focuses on light American fare driven by seasonally inspired ingredients and a distinctively spirits-driven beverage program. f BR L D LN $$$$ DI PESCARA di-pescara.com Northwest Suburbs | 2124 Northbrook Ct. , Northbrook 60061 | 847-498-4321 Di Pescara specializes in meticulously selected seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and a satisfying range of Italian and global specialties. $$ FISK & CO. fiskandcochicago.com Loop | 225 N. Wabash Ave. , 60601 | 312-960-8526 | Hip, modern pub serving creative fare, with an emphasis on mussels, frites, oysters, and craft beer. f h B BR L D $$$ Pizza AURELIO’S PIZZA aureliospizza.com South Loop | 1212 S. Michigan Ave. , 60605 | 708-798-0080 Since 1959 in Homewood, the Aurelio’s Pizza tradition of family, quality products, and commitment to the community have remained our key ingredients. L D $$ EXCHEQUER RESTAURANT AND PUB exchequerpub.com Loop | 226 S. Wabash Ave. , 60604 | 312-939-5633 | Casual dining surrounded by Chicago memorabilia. Four-star ribs and pizza. Enjoy sports on satellite TVs. Restaurant accommodates 290; banquet 150; reception 150. h L D LN $ GINO’S EAST RIVER NORTH ginoseast.com/river-north River North | 500 N. LaSalle St. , 60654 | 312-988-4200 | Home to Gino’s Brewing Company and The Comedy Bar, offering signa-ture craft brews and laughs that pair perfectly with our legendary deep-dish pizza. d f h L D $$ GINO’S EAST – SUPERIOR ginoseast.com Gold Coast | 162 E. Superior St. , 60611 | 312-266-3337 | Since opening in 1966, we’ve shared our signature golden-crust, Chicago-style pizzas with Chicagoans, celebrities, and visitors from around the world. f h L D $$ Japanese/Sushi BENIHANA benihana.com Magnificent Mile | 875 N. Michigan Ave. , 60611 312-780-3110 | Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes, as well as your taste buds. h L D $$$$ ENSO SUSHI AND BAR ensochicago.com Bucktown/Wicker Park 1613 N. Damen Ave. , 60647 773-878-8998 | We build on the fundamentals of Japanese ingredients with our own personality, and offer unique flavors and seasonal cocktails. L D LN $$ THE IZAKAYA AT MOMOTARO momotarochicago.com West Loop | 820 W. Lake St., Lower Level , 60607 312-733-4818 | The Izakaya is located on the subterranean level of Momotaro. The Izakaya and its shared plates menu echoes the Yokocho street scene of Tokyo. f h D $$$ Mediterranean ABA abarestaurantchicago.com West Loop | 302 N. Green St., 3rd Fl. , 60607 | 773-645-1400 | Aba is chef CJ Jacobson’s second restaurant, with a rooftop patio, located in Chicago’s historic Fulton Market District. f h BR L D $$$ CIAZZA marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/chisw-chicago-marriott-southwest-at-burr-ridge Southwest Suburbs | 1200 Burr Ridge Pkwy. , Burr Ridge 60527 | 630-986-4100 | Ciazza features American fare and a mix of Mediterranean favorites paired with wine and cocktails. A relaxing environment welcomes guests and diners. f h B BR L D $$ 119
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