Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in West Loop

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AmericanItalianSeafoodIndianMexicanJapanese

Regions

ChicagoNear West

Neighborhoods

Albany ParkBerwynBucktown / Wicker ParkDowntown / LoopGold Coast / StreetervilleLakeview / East Lakeview

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Seating Options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

20 restaurants available nearby

1. Nobu Chicago

4.5

Awesome(2191)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 141 times today

OPEN FOR LUNCH 7 Days a weekCentrally located in Chicago's West Loop, Nobu Chicago playfully blends elements of old world Japanese and new world utilitarian.

A photo of The Allis- Soho House Chicago restaurant

2. The Allis- Soho House Chicago

4.4

Awesome(399)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Loop

Booked 37 times today

The Allis is a public outlet located on the ground floor of Soho House Chicago set in a relaxed and welcoming social space for group dining, meetings, and date nights.Serving modern European dishes drawing inspiration from British Brasseries along with classic and seasonal cocktails. On Fridays through Sunday from 1pm to 4.30pm, we offer an elevated afternoon tea experience. Enjoy tea and Champagne paired with pastries and savory bites. Afternoon Tea is only available to book through the OpenTable experience.Additionally, The Allis offers a traditional Sunday roast, served from 1 PM – 5 PM, at a price of $75 for 2 people. Reservations for the roast can be made through OpenTable or by calling the restaurant at 312-521-8000, walk-ins are also welcome.The Allis Bar is named after the family that commissioned the restaurant's historic building in 1907 and features bar and patio seating.

3. HIDE + SEEK

4.5

Awesome(423)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 53 times today

Nestled in the heart of Randolph Row, HIDE+SEEK brings comfortable elegance and playful design to West Loop. Our creative American shared plates menu incorporates touches from Spain, France, and Italy. The beverage program follows suit, and features fresh takes on classic cocktails and hand selected wines. Please note: We are cashless and accept all major credit, debit cards, and Apple Pay.

4. avec West Loop

4.8

Exceptional(921)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 91 times today

avec, a wine-focused restaurant in Chicago, features Midwestern takes on Mediterranean classics. Inspired by the sun-drenched wine regions of the Mediterranean, avec West Loop has been a Chicago favorite for over 20 years. Originally conceived as a wine bar, avec is the second concept from celebrated one-off hospitality, with communal and bar seating—it is a high-energy, intimate, and interactive experience.For parties of 6 or more, please call us at 312-377-2002.

5. Bar Mar

4.6

Exceptional(1088)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • River North (Chicago)

Booked 136 times today

Fresh oysters piled on mounds of sparkling ice. Ceviches that taste of the ocean. Chef José Andrés’ brilliant renditions of iconic seafood classics like fried calamari and lobster rolls. Located at the Bank of America Tower in Chicago, Bar Mar is a true celebration of the bounty of the sea, with modern takes on classics you know and love, festive cocktails, and a bright, beautiful space that interweaves the nautical with the elegant. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

A photo of Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago restaurant

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

4.8

Exceptional(14440)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • River North (Chicago)

Booked 148 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.

7. Tavern on Rush

4.5

Awesome(3683)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 54 times today

Tavern On Rush is the premier dining destination for steaks & seafood in Chicago. The upscale, contemporary steakhouse features multi-level seating, private dining, a bustling bar, and Chicago's favorite outdoor patio.

8. Mirra

4.7

Exceptional(174)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 42 times today

Mirra is centered around the excitement of exploring the South Asian and Mexican culinary and collaboration that is really an unknown story up north. A la carte service, wine-focused with a small curated cocktail menu. Our chef's counter will offer a casual prix fixe experience for guests to enjoy. Mirra is a space that is warm, cozy, and comforting, whilst simultaneously executing a bold and vibrant food and beverage program. Mirra is a unique representation of how 2 different cultures can be 1 presented to you by Rishi Kumar, Zubair Mohajir, and David Mor.

9. Atwood

4.2

Awesome(4562)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 18 times today

Atwood proudly offers alluring libations and a wildly guest-pleasing menu filled with your favorite all-day American cuisine courtesy of Executive Chef, David Fingerman. Whether for happy hour cocktails, a theater dinner, or the date of a lifetime, Atwood is Chicago’s premier spot to mix, mingle and delight in the joys of food and drink.Atwood’s soaring dining room is strikingly modern with white marble surfaces, glossy subway-tiled walls, and massive windows ideal for watching the State Street shoppers stroll by.

10. Dearly Beloved

4.3

Awesome(110)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • River North (Chicago)

Booked 25 times today

Dearly Beloved is a beautiful mixture of cocktail bar, restaurant and journey of the senses. The new venture from Machine Hospitality Group aims to challenge your taste buds through textures, scents, and a symphony of flavors with unconventional, globally inspired ingredients. With a beverage program curated by master mixologist, Aneka Saxon and a vegetable-forward menu from Executive Chef Kristofer Lohraff, Dearly Beloved is ideal for an intimate evening with friends or a unique date night spot. The stylistically sinister ambience puts the guest experience at the forefront for a memorable night.

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Ash
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My first time going to Avec. I was surprised by its small footprint. I sat at the bar and had a great meal just with two appetisers. It was happy hour so drinks and some snacks were discounted. Enjoyable experience, would recommended it to anyone looking for an intimate environment and excellent Tapas.
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avec West LoopPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• West Loop
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything was delicious and fresh except for 1 nigiri which was kind dry. It is beautiful inside. Went on a first date and it was wonderful
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Nobu ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• West Loop
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4.5
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AnnVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service, drinks and food. Always the best place to bring a group after work.
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Bar MarPrice: Expensive• Spanish• River North (Chicago)
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4.6
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JayVIP
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First time diner - great food. Reasonable price.
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HIDE + SEEKPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.5
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HaileyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was a cool cozy little vibe and I liked hanging here
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The Allis- Soho House ChicagoPrice: Moderate• American• West Loop
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4.4

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