Japanese/Sushi MAKISU SUSHI LOUNGE & GRILL makisusushitogo.com North Suburbs | 7150 Carpenter Rd. , Skokie, 60077 | 847-677-9030 Makisu Sushi Lounge and Grill offers the highest-level Japanese cuisine to the near north suburbs of Chicagoland. 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 $$$ SUNDA sundanewasian.com/chicago River North | 110 W. Illinois St. , 60654 | 312-644-0500 | Upscale New Asian cuisine that is unique, yet approachable for all palates. Michelin-recommended cuisine, unique mixology, celeb spotting, and locals. d f h BR L D $$ 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. L D LN 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 BR L D $ CHICAGO OYSTER HOUSE chicagooysterhouse.com South Loop | 1933 S. Indiana Ave. , 60616 | 312-225-8833 We offer the best selection of fresh oysters in Chicago, along with top-quality seafood, such as fresh fish, king crab, jumbo scallops, and prime steaks. h D $$$$ CINDY’S chicagoathletichotel.com Loop | 12 S. Michigan Ave. , 60603 312-940-3552 | Cindy’s menu focuses on light American fare, driven by seasonally inspired ingredients and a distinctively spirits-driven beverage program. f BR L D LN $$$$ FISK & CO. fiskandcochicago.com Loop | 225 N. Wabash Ave. , 60601 | 312-960-8526 | Hip, modern pub serving creative fare with an emphasis on mussels, frites, oysters, and craft beer. f h B BR L D THE HAMPTON SOCIAL STREETERVILLE thehamptonsocial.com/ streeterville River North | 164 E. Grand Ave. , 60611 | 312-414-1861 | We evoke East Coast living in every aspect. The Hampton Social has a private dining room and semi-private spaces that can accommodate your gathering. d h BR L D LN $$ JOE’S SEAFOOD, PRIME STEAK & STONE CRAB joes.net River North | 60 E. Grand Ave. , 60611 | 312-379-5637 | This outpost of Miami’s legendary Joe’s Stone Crab offers a taste of its world-renowned stone crab claws, signature side dishes, and Key lime pie. f h BR L D $$$ OCEAN PRIME ocean-prime.com Loop | 87 E. Wacker Dr. , 60601 312-428-4344 | Located on the iconic corner of Michigan Avenue and Upper Wacker Drive, with stunning views, award-winning seafood, steaks, cocktails, and genuine hospitality. f h L D LN $$$$ QUALITY CRAB & OYSTER BAH oysterbah.com Lincoln Park | 1962 N. Halsted St. , 60614 | 773-248-3000 East Coast-inspired seafood restaurant featuring a dynamic oyster program pulling from the East and West coasts, and a mix of classic and unique seafood dishes. BR L D $$$ RIVA CRABHOUSE rivanavypier.com Streeterville | Navy Pier, 700 E. Grand Ave. , 60611 | 312-644-7482 Navy Pier’s premier restaurant. Features fresh seafood, prime aged beef, and homemade pasta. One of Chicago’s best views of the lakefront and city. f h L D $$$ RPM SEAFOOD rpmrestaurants.com/rpm-seafood-chicago Loop | 317 N. Clark St. , 60654 312-900-9035 | Introducing RPM Seafood, a dramatic multilevel restaurant overlooking the Chicago River, featuring the truest expression of the world’s best fish and seafood. SHAW’S CRAB HOUSE shawscrabhouse.com River North | 21 E. Hubbard St. , 60611 | 312-527-2722 | Shaw’s main dining room offers classic crab house dining. The oyster bar has a casual atmosphere and features a raw bar, including sushi and oysters. d f h B BR L D LN $$$ DINING Mexican TZUCO tzuco.com River North | 720 N. State St. , 60654 | 312-374-8995 | Tzuco, chef Carlos Gaytán’s new restaurant in Chicago, is an homage to his Mexican culinary heritage and his love for French cuisine. 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 $ Southern Pizza KINGSTON MINES kingstonmines.com Lincoln Park | 2548 N. Halsted St. , 60614 | 773-544-5442 | Doc’s Rib Joint at the back of Kingston Mines features ribs, wings, catfish, shrimp, and red beans and rice. Serving until 3:30 a.m. Sun–Fri and 4:30 a.m. Sat. d f D LN $$ Latin CARNIVALE carnivalechicago.com West Loop | 702 W. Fulton Market , 60661 | 312-850-5005 Bringing flavor to each dining experience, Carnivale welcomes friends, clients, and customers for an engaging and memorable evening. f h D $$$ VERMILION thevermilionrestaurant.com River North | 10 W. Hubbard St. , 60610 | 312-527-4060 | Unique global Latin-Indian melding. Raves by Esquire , Time , and named #1 Worldwide Lobster Portuguese by USA Today . Artisanal signature cocktails and boutique wines. f h L D $$$$ AURELIO’S PIZZA aureliospizza.com South Loop | 1212 S. Michigan Ave. , 60605 | 312-374-4459 Since 1959 in Homewood, the Aurelio’s Pizza tradition of family, quality products, and commitment to the community has remained our key ingredients. L D $$ 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 $$ LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA CHICAGO – GOLD COAST loumalnatis.com Gold Coast | 1120 N. State St. , 60610 | 312-725-7777 | Famous for its buttery, flaky crust, sweet and tangy tomatoes, gooey mozzarella cheese, and perfectly seasoned sausage, Lou’s is a Chicago tradition. h L D LN $ STELLA BARRA PIZZERIA & WINE BAR stellabarra.com Lincoln Park | 1954 N. Halsted St. , 60614 | 773-634-4101 | Artisan-style pizzas highlighting a range of sustainable, locally grown ingredients found at the farmers market and sourced by nearby purveyors. f h BR L D LN $ Spanish/Tapas BAR RAMONE barramone.com River North | 441 N. Clark St. , 60654 | 312-985-6909 | Bar Ramone, located in River North, is a wine bar with the heart and soul of Spanish tapas that features a wine list of more than 100 bottles. f BR D LN $$ CAFE BA-BA-REEBA! cafebabareeba.com Lincoln Park | 2024 N. Halsted St. , 60614 | 773-935-5000 | Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! is the premier Spanish restaurant in Chicago. Featuring tapas, pintxos, paella, and sangria in a lively Mediterranean-style atmosphere. f h B BR L D LN $ MERCAT A LA PLANXA mercatchicago.com South Loop | 638 S. Michigan Ave. , 60605 | 312-765-0524 Where Catalan cuisine comes to Chicago. Featuring extraordinary tapas, cut-to-order charcuterie and cheeses, fresh seafood, chops, and steaks. f h BR 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 $$ Steakhouse Seafood ABA abarestaurantchicago.com West Loop | 302 N. Green St., 3rd Fl. , 60607 | 773-645-1400 | Aba is chef CJ Jacobson’s second restaurant, with a rooftop patio, located in Chicago’s historic Fulton Market District. f h BR L D $$$ ABOUT LAST KNIFE (ALK) alkchicago.com Loop | 168 N. Michigan Ave. , 60601 | 312-392-2440 | ALK brings a fresh and inventive approach to classic American steakhouse cuisine to downtown Chicago. BR D LN $$$ THE CAPITAL GRILLE thecapitalgrille.com Streeterville | 633 N. St. Clair St. , 60611 | 312-337-9400 A sophisticated steakhouse specializing in dry-aged steaks, lamb chops, sushi-grade tuna, and salmon. Featuring an award-winning wine list. f h L D $$$ 81
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