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Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Little Italy / University Village

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4.8
Exceptional(14910)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 138 times today
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.
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4.7
Exceptional(1019)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • West Loop
Booked 32 times today
Bandit, located in the West Loop of Chicago, serves comfort food that is both nostalgic and elevated. Reviewers rave about the 'always fresh and delicious' food, the 'yummy' dishes, and the 'bomb' flavors. The menu features items like Churro Sandwich, The Diplomat Burger, and Crispy Chicken, that are classic, comforting, and made with quality ingredients. The ambiance of the restaurant, with its 'rustic materials', 'vintage paraphernalia', and 'polished décor', also adds to the comfort and warmth of the place.
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4.7
Exceptional(12015)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 164 times today
The Gage has become a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike for over ten years by effortlessly blending European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list all in a lively, convivial setting. Known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene, The Gage continues to evolve by serving well-rounded food and beverage menus that feature classic dishes and drinks with contemporary twists rooted in tradition.
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4.9
Exceptional(2551)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 32 times today
*PLEASE CALL TO SEE OTHER AVAILABLE RESERVATION TIMES*An authentic Italian dining experience in the heart of Chicago's lively West Loop neighborhoodWe offer an elegant and charming dining experience that keeps guests coming back again and again. Our large menu of regional Italian pastas, meats and fishes is rounded out by a selection of salads, soups, and decadent desserts. Popular staples like Rigatoni with Braised Pork Gravy and Eggplant Parmesan are served alongside Executive Chef Nicolas Biscaglio’s signature interpretations of classic Italian dishes. We use only the highest quality ingredients to ensure a deliciously memorable experience!​As a hospitality-driven establishment, it’s our goal to make every guest that walks through the door feel like family. At Viaggio, we invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy!
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4.7
Exceptional(5085)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 93 times today
Admission is charged to all guests entering the venue and goes toward the musical entertainment that all will be enjoying while inside the club. All dining tables are good for 1 musical performance only. Please choose your reservation time according to your desired performance time. Andy's Jazz Club is a unique as a Jazz Room that offers full dining. We hope for a quiet room during all performances. We do ask that all guests be courteous to the artists while performing and keep conversation volume down during shows.
A photo of Le Bouchon - Chicago restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2084)
Price: Expensive
• French • Bucktown / Wicker Park
Booked 65 times today
Le Bouchon has been thriving in Bucktown since 1993, serving classic French Bistro food in a dining room that will transport you to Paris. Voted one of the best French Restaurants in America by Timeout Magazine. Open from 11am-10pm Monday - Saturday.
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4.8
Exceptional(163)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Town
Booked 41 times today
Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight. Parties of 7 or more must contact Reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee.
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4.5
Awesome(347)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)
Booked 59 times today
Welcome to Hawksmoor Chicago, where we bring our acclaimed steakhouse experience from the UK to the iconic LaSalle Powerhouse in River North. Our ethos is simple: ‘Buy the best and let it shine.’ We serve all-natural, pasture-reared, dry-aged beef from US family-run farms, cooked over charcoal and seasoned simply with sea salt. Our seafood, sourced from trusted Northeastern fishermen, is prepared with equal care.In our 16,500 sq ft space, featuring barrel-vaulted ceilings and touches from the Golden Age of Travel, Hawksmoor is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re stopping by for cocktails, a casual lunch or a special celebration, we make sure you leave full and happy. We also offer private dining for groups of 10 to full venue buy-outs for 500—ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.And don’t miss our Sunday Roast: dry-aged beef, beef-dripping potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and bone marrow gravy—something like a Thanksgiving dinner every Sunday.
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4.5
Awesome(2358)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 67 times today
Adalina is a refined hospitality destination serving a modern and engaging Italian menu in a timeless yet alluring setting in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. Led by Michelin-starred and Top Chef alumni Soo Ahn. Adalina’s menu creates a balance between Northern and Southern cuisine, providing expertly staged shared plates along with strong statement items that satisfy a table. Guests can expect house made extruded and stuffed pastas. Adalina’s offerings will be accompanied with tableside services, and a well curated beverage and wine program that aims to evoke a sense of excitement for guests. Adalina makes the perfect venue for a romantic evening, business dinner or special occasion.For parties larger than 10 guests, please email events@adalinachicago.com to inquire about our Private Dining options and availability.
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4.7
Exceptional(1213)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • West Loop
Booked 21 times today
PLEASE NOTE: **We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten free, dairy free, nut/peanut free & shellfish free diets. Before booking, please email us at info@elskerestaurant.com regarding any restrictions that are not listed above. We may be unable to accommodate certain restrictions, or diners with multiple restrictions.** Elske means love in Danish, a nod to both David Posey’s Danish mother and the fact that the couple got engaged in Copenhagen. “Our travels in Denmark have really influenced us,” Chef Posey said. “We like that clean, simple aesthetic.” The dining room — all crisp lines, minimalist décor & soft lighting — is anchored by a wide open kitchen on one side & a small patio with a working fireplace on the other. Combined with the friendly service, it creates the impression that you’re eating in a supremely tasteful Scandinavian friend’s weekend home.

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  • Luis
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had a fantastic visit! This was the first jazz club we had ever visited, and it was a great time. We saw Sabertooth live and would definitely come by again next time we're in the area.
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    Andy's Jazz ClubPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• River North (Chicago)
    4.7
  • Cara
    Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Wow! Amazing! So glad I was able to snag reservations! Want to go back and try more. Tried the Green beans, poke, goat belly and pork belly. We loved it all. Amazing textures and flavors.
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    Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
    4.8
  • RebeccaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    My very favorite restaurant in the city! They have consistently high-quality, wonderful dishes and rotate the menu so there’s always something new. They are great to us and our kids with special needs and dietary restrictions and we’re always great when they were babies as well. I’ve been coming for years and always bring out of town guests here. Get the scotch egg, drinks are great, the latest past I got was amazing and if you’re lucky to come for brunch, try the pastries!!! They are out of this world!
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    The GagePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
    4.7
  • jonVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Great place. The food was excellent and the service was phenomenal. We had a birthday dinner there for my wife and the staff was very accommodating. Definitely would put this place into our dining out rotation.
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    Viaggio Ristorante and LoungePrice: Moderate• Italian• West Loop
    4.9
  • Sira
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 14, 2024
    Shoutout to our waitress, Maria! She was such a sweetheart and made the experience at Bandit welcoming and fun. I ordered the Shady Lady and my sister got the Gold Digger, two really good and well made drinks. We shared the steak tacos and those were great too! We will definitely be back.
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    BanditPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• West Loop
    4.7

Discover best comfort food restaurants in Little Italy / University Village

Discover the heartwarming allure of comfort food in Chicago's vibrant Little Italy/University Village. This cozy neighborhood, known for its rich cultural heritage and academic vibrancy, offers a plethora of dining options that specialize in comforting and hearty meals. Whether you're in the mood for traditional Italian dishes that have been passed down through generations or American classics that remind you of home, this area has an array of restaurants to satisfy your cravings. The dining scene here is characterized by a warm, welcoming atmosphere that pairs perfectly with the comfort food offerings. Each establishment focuses on creating dishes with authentic flavors and quality ingredients, ensuring a satisfying dining experience. Perfect for family dinners, casual meet-ups, or even a solo adventure in culinary comfort, Little Italy/University Village is a top destination for anyone looking to indulge in the soothing pleasures of comfort food. Enjoy expertly prepared meals that not only fill the stomach but also warm the soul in this charming corner of Chicago.

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