Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Lincoln Square

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1. Miku Sushi

4.6

Exceptional(270)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Lincoln Square

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Miku Sushi. We look forward to seeing you soon!

2. Daisies Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(238)

Price: Expensive

• American • Logan Square

Booked 159 times today

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

3. Boka

4.8

Exceptional(7188)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lincoln Park

Booked 94 times today

Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.

4. Mon Ami Gabi

4.9

Exceptional(8116)

Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 116 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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5. Le Bouchon - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2095)

Price: Expensive

• French • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 99 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.

6. Eden

4.8

Exceptional(1620)

Price: Expensive

• American • Avondale

Booked 36 times today

Eden’s ever-evolving brunch, lunch, dinner and beverage menus focus on the use of high-quality and seasonal ingredients, with an approach based on simplifying the process that goes into crafting each dish. This focus produces robust, clean flavors to compliment the flowers and herbs from our on-site greenhouse that also add beauty to each dish. Our 20’ x 28’ greenhouse allows us to grow all year, reduce our carbon footprint by sourcing on-site, and it helps the local ecosystem by attracting pollinators. Our sustainability efforts also include composting organic material left over during food preparation. Free Parking is available and easily accessible in the private lot across the street from the restaurant.

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7. Farm Bar - Ravenswood

4.7

Exceptional(265)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Lincoln Square

Booked 62 times today

Welcome to Farm Bar, your neighborhood farm-to-table destination in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We bring the best of Midwestern fare to your plate, using ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Wisconsin. Whether you're here for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch, we’ve got something for everyone.Enjoy juicy burgers, crispy cheese curds, and fresh seasonal dishes that highlight the bounty of the Midwest, paired with a handcrafted cocktail or a perfectly selected glass of wine.When the weather’s fine, head upstairs to ARRIBA, our rooftop margarita bar with Latin-inspired snacks and great views.We're also committed to sustainability with digital menus linked via QR codes at each table.As of July 1, 2024, The Chicago City Council mandated a steep increase in hourly wages for food service teams. In order to meet this added cost, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We can remove this fee upon request. Let’s eat, drink, and connect at Farm Bar and ARRIBA!

8. North Pond

4.8

Exceptional(4790)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 12 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. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

4.5

Awesome(111)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 37 times today

PARKING AVAILABLE IN MOVIE THEATER PARKING LOT ACROSS THE STREET. Parking is 75 cents per hourNow offering daily a 3 Course pre-fixed EARLY BIRD menu for $39.00 from 4-6PM. This menu is also available for Takeout. We are also doing free delivery within a ONE mile radius of the restaurant. “Girasole” stands for sunflower in Italian. A flower that grows in abundance in fields all across 4 different provinces in northern Italy. A classic northern Italian trattoria with daily fresh ingredients & house made pasta dishes served w/ stellar service & exceptional wine & specialty drinks. Providing our guests the best in Italian cuisine we have to offer with a combination of 50 years of experience. We have 2 separate dining rooms for you to enjoy a wonderful family meal or for an impressive 1st date dinner before heading across the street to catch a movie at the theater! Our lovely & inviting space offers a full sidewalk cafe patio & a more private 2nd floor terrace patio.

10. Mott Street

4.8

Exceptional(1053)

Price: Expensive

• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 57 times today

Supremely Asian American. Eastern cooking technique. Taking inspiration from the night markets of Asia and his Korean-American childhood, Chef Edward Kim pairs eastern cooking techniques with Chicago ingredients to create umami-laden flavors, juxtaposing tastes and textures for a wildly exciting menu. A festive and lively dining scene is anchored by a well-lauded bar program and an open pantry, inviting our guests further into the kitchen experience. Like a nightly Asian Thanksgiving, expect Feast-Style dining, rolling up your sleeves, passing plates with your neighbors, getting sauce on your face - if you’re having a good time you’re doing it right.

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Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
10/10, I love this restaurant so much, and this trip didn’t disappoint. It was my birthday, and the staff was so nice and kind, and the food was amazing as usual (highlights were the French onion soup, Manion style steak frites, and a caviar egg special dish). The whole evening was truly a special and memorable night.
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Le Bouchon - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• French• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.8
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Daunn
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our time was excellent as always. It is top notch. One of my favorite restaurants.
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Mon Ami GabiPrice: Moderate• French• Lincoln Park
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4.9
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RichaVIP
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything was exceptional except for the browned butter farfalle dish which tasted like burnt meat or the pan the butter was cooked on. Was unpleasant but the server took it off our bill which was nice of him.
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Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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4.8
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Jim
Seattle / Eastern Washington •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Love Boka for a few reasons Food: the best duck in the city and no matter how often we get the duck it feels new and different. Excellent starters and small plates Wine and liquor: a great wine list that has some seriously great finds served with care and a great cocktail list to start or finish your night. Service: consistency is key, we enjoy coming back because there are so many familiar faces which really helps put you at ease with your dinner. The meal is timely and well attended. With a great support staff making sure no need is missed. I don't recall how many times we've been over the years but it always feels special and fresh and fun.
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BokaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Lincoln Park
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4.8
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Karen
Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
Exceptional service and creative, delicious dishes. The 5 of us shared everything and we were not disappointed. Thank you for an amazing dining experience!
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Miku SushiPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Lincoln Square
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4.6

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1. Miku Sushi

2. Daisies Chicago

3. Boka

4. Mon Ami Gabi

5. Le Bouchon - Chicago

6. Eden

7. Farm Bar - Ravenswood

8. North Pond

9. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

10. Mott Street

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