Best Restaurants for Anniversaries in Near North

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1. Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(14271)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • River North (Chicago)

Booked 128 times today

Since 1984, Shaw’s Crab House has earned its status as a Chicago icon with its unwavering commitment to quality and warm, dedicated staff. This generational restaurant embodies timeless seafood traditions inspired by America's coastal crab houses, creating a classic dining experience that stands the test of time. Signature dishes include King Crab Legs, oysters from both coasts, hand-rolled sushi, fresh fish, and more. After 40 years of excellence, Shaw's was ranked #8 in Chicago Magazine's Best Chicago Restaurants of 2024.The restaurant's 1940s-style design features two distinct dining rooms: the lively, casual Oyster Bar and the elegant, white-tablecloth Main Dining Room. Guests who reserve "Hightop" seating will dine in the Oyster Bar, while "Standard" seating is for the Main Dining Room.Located in the heart of River North, Shaw’s is just a short walk from Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a memorable seafood experience.

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2. Michael Jordan's Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(5366)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 47 times today

At Michael Jordan's Steak House, we are stewards of legacy rooted in heartfelt hospitality. From the sear on each cut of our Legendary Steak Flight to rolling each piece of our Wagyu Short Rib Truffle Pasta, we strive for the same greatness, spirit and soul that Michael demonstrated on the court. Join us for a romantic date night for a seafood tower garnished with oysters, shrimp and lobster. For a more cozy atmosphere, join us at the bar for a round of our signature cocktails and spirit-free drinks like the Jump Man, Airpresso Martini or Banana Old Fashioned. Break away from a typical brunch with 1-hour bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys alongside Breakfast Burgers. No greater care is taken with private, fine dining in our historic space as we play a part in crafting unforgettable celebrations— from birthdays to anniversaries and every night in between. Rest assured, our team of all-stars will curate an exceptional group dining experience through our 23-Layer Cake for dessert.

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3. The Capital Grille - Chicago - Downtown

4.8

Exceptional(4640)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 45 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

4. Hawksmoor Chicago

4.5

Awesome(308)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 42 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.

5. Mon Ami Gabi

4.8

Exceptional(8051)

Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 77 times today

Honoring classic French cuisine, Mon Ami Gabi is a traditional French bistro located in the heart of Lincoln Park. Our menu features simple French food including Steak Frites, fresh seafood, exquisite bites, and French rolling wine carts. Valet is located at the corner of Lincoln Park West and Belden for $17 cash or Zelle. During the holiday season, for all parties of 9 or more, we ask our guests to call the restaurant directly to book a reservation.Did you know that you can use Lettuce gift cards for carryout and delivery? Just place your order through Lettuce website, the LettuceEats app or any Lettuce restaurant website.

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6. PERILLA steakhouse - Riverwalk

4.5

Awesome(127)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Downtown / Loop

Booked 24 times today

A modern interpretation of the classic Chicago steakhouse inspired by traditional Korean flavors. The MICHELIN-recognized PERILLA brand pays homage to the city’s iconic steakhouse roots while introducing a new iteration of the classic dining concept. Designed to be an energetic and explorative dining experience, the restaurant features custom grill tables and a one of a kind tasting menu featured on the Chef Counter.

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7. Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(5367)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 56 times today

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House opened its doors in February 1997 in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, next to sister restaurant Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse. Over Enjoy the city's finest seafood restaurant, Hugo's continues to be the destination for premier east and west coast oysters, crudos, frog legs, lobster and seasonal fish and shellfish, in addition to Gibsons Prime Angus and Gibsons Grassfed Australian steaks. An extensive wine list, classic cocktail list and selection of impressive signature desserts accompany the menu of fresh seafood, steaks and chops. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available. Gluten-free and vegan options available. Happy Hour Sun-Thurs, 3-6pm.

8. North Pond

4.8

Exceptional(4766)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 6 times today

Inspired by the market, Chef César Murillo utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season. His tasting menu reflects the Arts & Crafts approach of the dining room - complex layers of subtle craft beneath a simple decorative style. We offer a four-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. The menu is not á la carte, however, it provides options for each of the courses. North Pond is open for dinner Thursday through Sunday beginning at 5:30pm. Sunday Brunch begins at 10:30am and is three-course prix fixe. We do not offer valet parking.Tables in the front room or patio, overlooking the pond, are seated first come, first serve. We do not hold tables. All tables for more than 4 people are seated in our main dining room. We accept reservations for a maximum of 8 people at one table.A cancellation charge of $25 per person is applied to all same day cancellations.

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9. Viaggio Ristorante and Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(2538)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 27 times today

Viaggio Ristorante and Lounge is a great choice for anniversaries, as it provides an authentic Italian dining experience in Chicago. Reviews consistently mention the wonderful food, excellent service, and beautiful ambiance. One reviewer even celebrated their 30th anniversary here, with glowing remarks about the experience. The restaurant's goal is to make every guest feel like family, making it an ideal place for special occasions.

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10. Via Carducci - Wicker Park

4.8

Exceptional(642)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 14 times today

Via Carducci is a popular spot for celebrating special occasions, as indicated in multiple reviews. Guests have celebrated their anniversaries here, and even return year after year for different celebrations. The food, service, and ambiance consistently receive high praise, making it an ideal place for any special event.

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Jessie
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food is absolutely delicious. Especially the scallops which is my favorite. Very tender and fresh. The waitress was very friendly introduced the menu and checked on us frequently. Overall excellent experience.
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Hawksmoor ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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Carolvip
Chicago / Illinois •49 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The Thanksgiving meal was very good. All was tasty but there could have been more stuffing added to the plate as there was hardly any. The pumpkin cheese cake was amazing! We really enjoyed our wait person Kelly. She was great with us. One other suggestion- we ordered and the meal came out writhin 3 minutes, before our wine or side dish did. It all worked out fine though
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The Capital Grille - Chicago - DowntownPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.8
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Letitia
Chicago / Illinois •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is one of my top choices in the city! Great food and ambiance 😊
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Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• River North (Chicago)
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4.8
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Ines
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The service was exceptional from the moment we walked in. We had a reservation, we arrived a little early and yet, they seated us immediately with no waiting time. The waitress Cecilia gave us excellent service, she explained things in detail and gave us her best recommendations. I usually eat chicken, but this time I decided to take her suggestions and honestly, I don't regret it, the food was exquisite. The areas, attention and presentation in general were excellent and more. Totally recommended.
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Michael Jordan's SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.5
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Nelsonvip
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
It’s crazy to think there are only three of these restaurants left in the world. We used to go to the Oak Brook location but now we finally got to visit the one in Chicago. We were pleasantly surprised to find out that this was the original one. It’s a classic French bistro fare with amazing servers and food. I highly recommend the steak and frites! make sure to get your reservation early because we had to dine at 4:45 PM due to later dinner times not being available
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Mon Ami GabiPrice: Moderate• French• Lincoln Park
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4.8

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago

2. Michael Jordan's Steakhouse

3. The Capital Grille - Chicago - Downtown

4. Hawksmoor Chicago

5. Mon Ami Gabi

6. PERILLA steakhouse - Riverwalk

7. Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House - Chicago

8. North Pond

9. Viaggio Ristorante and Lounge

10. Via Carducci - Wicker Park

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