DINING KEY Odyssey Chicago River River North 455 N. Cityfront Plaza Dr. 888-957-2634 odysseycruises.com/chicago-river Odyssey offers lunch, brunch, and dinner cruises aboard a glass-enclosed vessel designed for cruising the Chicago River. BJ B BR L D $$$$ Odyssey Lake Michigan Streeterville Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 888-957-2634 odysseycruises.com/chicago The most elegant, unique way to experience Chicago. Three-course plated dining, entertainment, outstanding service, and stunning views, all for one price. BJ B BR L D $$$$ Petterino’s Loop 150 N. Dearborn St. 312-422-0150 petterinos.com 1940s-style dining resurrecting the Golden Age of glamour, sophistication, and impeccable American cuisine. Offering a full menu. BJ BR L D $$ Prairie River Restaurant at Eaglewood Resort and Spa Northwest Suburbs 1401 Nordi Rd., Itasca 630-694-5942 eaglewoodresort.com Nothing compares to the enchanting glow of an outdoor fire to match a delectable meal in our contemporary golf-themed dining room. B L D $$$$ Rainforest Cafe River North 605 N. Clark St. 312-787-1501 rainforestcafe.com Rainforest Cafe is a wild place to shop and eat, with a dynamic restaurant and retail environment that recreates a tropical rainforest, complete with animated wildlife. B B L D $$ River Roast River North 315 N. LaSalle St. 312-527-1417 riverroastchicago.com Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house featuring contemporary American tavern fare. BJ BR L D $$$ Rivers Restaurant Loop 30 S. Wacker Dr. 312-559-1515 riversrestaurant.com Rivers has been a go-to spot in the Financial District for more than 20 years. Guests love dining on our large covered patio, with a professional and friendly staff. B B L D $$$ Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery – Downtown Chicago River North One W. Grand Ave. 312-755-9339 rockbottom.com/locations/chicago Enjoy our handcrafted beer and made-from-scratch menu while taking in the city views or watching a game. Located just steps from The Magnificent Mile. B BR L D LN $$ Sable Kitchen & Bar River North 505 N. State St. 312-755-9704 sablechicago.com New American gastro lounge serving an eclectic American menu with shared plates. The lounge rivals the kitchen, with a complex cocktail program. B B BR L D $$$ SafeHouse Chicago River North 60 E. Ontario St. 312-313-1007 safehousechicago.com Chicago’s [unconfirmed] entertainment, bar, and spyfood headquarters welcomes all agents to join for lunch, dinner, or happy hour (and some surprises!). B L D LN $$ The Signature Room at the 95th Magnificent Mile 875 N. Michigan Ave. 312-787-9596, 888-234-6395 signatureroom.com Enjoy magnificent views of the Chicago skyline while dining atop the former John Hancock Center. BJ BR L D $$$$ South Branch Tavern & Grille Loop 100 S. Wacker Dr. 312-546-6177 southbranchchicago.com Large, beautiful riverside tavern and grill in Chicago’s Loop. Closed to the public on the weekends, making it ideal for large-scale private events. B B BR L D $$ Spirit of Chicago Streeterville Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 888-957-2634 spiritcruises.com/chicago A Chicago experience like nothing on land. Incredible views, delicious dining, and great entertainment, all for an affordable price on Spirit of Chicago. B B BR L D LN $$$$ State and Lake Chicago Tavern Loop 201 N. State St. 312-239-9588 stateandlakechicago.com State and Lake is the quintessential Chicago tavern, serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with an emphasis on local and regional ingredients. B B L D $$ Sugar Factory River North 55 E. Grand Ave. 312-946-2002 sugarfactory.com/location/ chicago-river-north Sugar Factory American Brasserie delivers the MTV meets Willy Wonka appeal throughout its restaurant, candy shop, candy-loaded cocktails, and more. B BR L D LN $$$ Terrace 16 River North 401 N. Wabash Ave. 312-588-8030 trumphotels.com/chicago/dining/ fine-dining-chicago Terrace 16 features a handsome indoor bar and dining room, as well as a seasonal outdoor terrace. B B BR L D $$$ Thirty 0 Three North Suburbs 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook 847-664-7999 northbrookallgauers.com Fresh, bold, and creative American cuisine with exquiste service in a beautiful setting. Proudly owned and operated by the Allgauer family for 40 years. B B BR L D $$ Untitled Supper Club River North 111 W. Kinzie St. 312-880-1511 untitledchicago.com Untitled offers dinner and nightly live entertainment. We boast more than 550 American whiskeys, craft cocktails, beers, and an array of wines. BJ D LN $$$ The Walnut Room Loop 111 N. State St., 7th Fl. 312-781-3139 visitmacyschicago.com A Chicago landmark since 1907, restored to its original beauty. Home of Chicago’s premier Christmas attraction, The Great Tree. B L D $ Weber Grill Restaurant River North 539 N. State St. 312-467-9696 webergrillrestaurant.com The Weber Grill Restaurant is the result of more than 60 years of classic outdoor grilling, from the people who invented the Weber charcoal kettle grill. B B BR L D LN $$$ Whitney’s Café South Suburbs 9333 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn 708-229-8888 whitneyscafe.com Award-winning cuisine in a casually elegant atrium atmosphere. Seasonal menu specializes in steaks, seafood, and pastas prepared over an open grill. BJ B L D LN $$ Wildfire Chicago River North 159 W. Erie St. 312-787-9000 wildfirerestaurant.com Relax in a comfy booth, sip a martini flight, and indulge in a signature crusted steak. Dine in style at Wildfire, the classic 1940s supper club. B L D $$$ William Tell Restaurant Southwest Suburbs 6201 Joliet Rd., Countryside 708-352-1101 williamtellbanquets.com Fine reputation for excellent food and service. Continental specialties, as well as impressive tableside service. Fifteen minutes from McCormick Place. B B L D $$ B =Bar/Lounge J =Live Entertainment B =Breakfast BR =Brunch L =Lunch D =Dinner LN =Late Night $ =less than $15 $$ =$15–25 $$$ =$25–35 $$$$ =$35+ M Avenue Restaurant Magnificent Mile 701 N. Michigan Ave. 312-440-1500 warwickhotels.com/ allerton-hotel-chicago/dining/m-avenue-restaurant-and-lounge M Avenue Restaurant, a lounge at the Allerton Hotel, features evolving American cuisine using the freshest locally grown produce. Stylish decor. B B L $$ Markethouse Restaurant Streeterville 611 N. Fairbanks Ct. 312-224-2200 markethousechicago.com American cuisine using fresh herbs, produce, meat, and poultry. Executive chef Scott Walton marries ingredients and influences from America’s heartland. B B BR L D $$ Merchants Cafe River North 350 W. Mart Center Dr., 15th Fl. 312-529-1157, 312-836-5000 martplaza.com/dining/ merchantscafe.aspx Elevated comfort food offering a new take on traditional cuisine. Serving hearty dishes to warm your belly, and fresh, lighter fare for easy nibbling. B D $$ Mesler Hyde Park 1411 E. 53rd St. 312-315-1583 sophyhotel.com Mesler is a full-service Chicago restaurant that’s artfully composed with a contemporary library and private dining room, proudly serving Hyde Park. B BR L D $$$ Miss Ricky’s Loop 203 N. Wabash Ave. 312-940-4777 virginhotels.com/dine-and-drink/ miss-rickys Miss Ricky’s is Chicago’s modern American diner experience. It’s Virgin Hotels’ version of comfort food, with a delightfully unexpected atmosphere. B BR L D LN $$ Mity Nice Bar & Grill Magnificent Mile Water Tower Place, 835 N.Michigan Ave., Mezzanine Level 312-335-4745 mitynicechicago.com Mity Nice Bar & Grill is a neighborhood spot serving familiar comfort food favorites with a modern twist. B L D $$ 62 choosechicago.com
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