Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in Oak Park

25 restaurants available nearby

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1. Miss Ricky's Trattoria

4.6

Exceptional(808)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / Loop

Booked 21 times today

Tucked away in a beautiful historic building located at 203 N. Wabash sits the ever-evolving and delectable Miss Ricky's. Serving up brunch and dinner seven days a week featuring some of Chicago's best fresh and from scratch Italian dishes by Executive Chef Mike Alaridi. Whether you're dining solo or with a large group, Miss Ricky's can accommodate your desired experience. To book a table visit www.missrickys.com *For private dining options e-mail Tricia.moore@virginhotels.com

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2. State and Lake Chicago Tavern

4.0

Excellent(1539)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 26 times today

The sleek contemporary 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 tavern 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.

3. Proxi

4.7

Exceptional(2398)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • West Loop

Booked 12 times today

Proxi offers Modern American Cuisine with cooking that reflects the diversity, innovation, and openness of American culture. Proxi showcases seasonal ingredients in an elegant setting, emphasizing open-fire cooking. Located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood along Restaurant Row, Proxi, designed by award-winning Meyer Davis, unites an award-winning team to transport its guests around the world, beginning with cuisine and extending to an eclectic beverage program focused on worldly inspirations and diverse, exotic ingredients. Casual, yet fast-paced service guides Proxi’s international culinary experience, with fine-dining standards and in-depth product knowledge leading the charge, balanced by genuine energy and enthusiasm.

4. Frontier

4.5

Awesome(550)

Price: Expensive

• American • West Town

Booked 8 times today

Frontier's Executive Chef Brian Jupiter has created mouthwatering dishes celebrating American contemporary cuisine, blending game and other seasonal ingredients into classic and approachable fare.The seasonal dinner menu includes small plates, vegetables, sandwiches and entrees designed to share. Frontier’s menu also features 8-10 varieties of oysters to order a la carte with dinner, or to enjoy with a bottle of beer at the bar. Over the weekend, patrons may indulge in brunch offerings including a wide selection of Frontier signature dishes alongside traditional brunch items. Complimenting Frontier's savory menu items are unique wines by the glass & bottle, specialty craft cocktails including creative punches and frozen cocktails along with an array of draft, canned and bottled beer.Frontier is closed Monday & Tuesday but will open for private events along with Sunday evenings & weekday afternoons. Email jen@pioneertaverngroup.com to inquire today!

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5. Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago

4.3

Awesome(4918)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • South Loop

Booked 12 times today

Mercat offers an authentic dining experience that combines fresh meats and produces with the energetic spirit of a Barcelona market.

6. Roanoke

4.3

Awesome(1449)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 31 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, park for free with a $25 meal purchase. Be sure to bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.

7. STK – Chicago

4.1

Excellent(6386)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 109 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.

8. The Grillroom

4.6

Exceptional(3141)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loop

Booked 3 times today

Treat yourself to expertly crafted dishes, bold flavors and a stylish vibe at our modern Steakhouse in the heart of Chicago. We proudly serve Allen Bros. award winning steaks, the freshest seafood, pastas, and more. Enjoy steak and style all just steps away from the top hotels, theaters, shopping and the bustling business district.Having dinner before a show or event? 🎭We are located directly across the street from the CIBC theater & within close proximity to several surrounding venues including the Cadillac Palace Theater, Nederlander Theater and Chicago Theater. To ensure the dinner experience standards we pride ourselves on, please allow at minimum 1.5 hours for your reservation with us.• For 7:00 PM shows: Last seating at 5:45 PM• For 7:30 PM shows: Last seating at 6:15 PM• For 8:00 PM shows: Last seating at 6:45 PM •After these times, pre-theater guests are welcome to enjoy offerings at the bar. We look forward to making your time with us special!

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9. Bazaar Meat Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(500)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • River North (Chicago)

Booked 24 times today

STEAKHOUSE, REDEFINEDA carefully curated theater of shared plates, The Bazaar consistently wows its guests with ingeniously innovative cuisine, thoughtfully created cocktails, theatrical presentations, and attentive yet unfussy service. The Bazaar takes guests on a wild sensory adventure born of José’s Spanish roots, both traditional and avant-garde, in a bold, playful atmosphere where anything is possible. Each location is completely unique, adding a fresh, ever-evolving intrigue to the world of The Bazaar.Underneath sparkling crimson chandeliers designed to mimic the flames of a volcano, sit for a curated tasting menu that weaves from raw preparations to the prized vaca vieja, or ribeye aged to perfection. As the flames in the fire kitchen flicker, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind meal, from inventive takes on carpaccio to the most tender rotisserie-style meat. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

10. Willow Room

4.8

Exceptional(1907)

Price: Expensive

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 9 times today

Willow Room is located in Lincoln park, serving European/American bistro food set in a classic yet unique atmosphere.

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Virginia
Chicago / Illinois •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great server but he was the ONLY one for the whole restaurant! Food was excellent.
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Miss Ricky's TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / Loop
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4.6
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Megan
Columbus •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Order the Chef’s Menu - well worth it and you get to try so many different things that way. Service was impeccable.
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ProxiPrice: Expensive• Global, International• West Loop
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4.7
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Jasmine
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a wonderful experience! Oysters were a bit overly charred this time around but won’t hold it against them. Drinks were great! Branzino was amazing! Loved the brussel sprouts!
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FrontierPrice: Expensive• American• West Town
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4.5
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MarlaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •44 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Surprisingly good food for a hotel bar/restaurant. Service was a little slow, probably understaffed, but very pleasant. Would definitely go back.
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State and Lake Chicago TavernPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / Loop
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BarbVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A group of 5 friends went before a CSO concert. It was a short walk to symphony hall and very festive for the holidays. The service and food were both great. We had the bacon wrapped dates, prosciutto and blue cheese salad, gambas, tuna tartar scallops and paella! All delicious! Thank you.
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Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• South Loop
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4.3

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Miss Ricky's Trattoria

2. State and Lake Chicago Tavern

3. Proxi

4. Frontier

5. Mercat a la Planxa - Located in The Blackstone Hotel, Chicago

6. Roanoke

7. STK – Chicago

8. The Grillroom

9. Bazaar Meat Chicago

10. Willow Room

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