Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in South Loop

228 restaurants available nearby

1. Tre Dita

4.7

Exceptional(796)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 139 times today

Led by Chef Evan Funke, Tre Dita, Italian for "three fingers", pays homage to the precise measurement of bistecca Fiorentina. If booking in the dining room at Tre Dita, you will enjoy a menu of antipasti, handmade pastas, signature entrees and steaks. If booking in the Bar Tre Dita, you will enjoy a smaller menu of stuzzi, antipasti, handmade pastas and entrees. The full cocktail, wine list and dessert menu is available in both locations.Please note that Tre Dita only accepts reservations 7 days in advance.

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2. Pizzeria Portofino

4.8

Exceptional(1565)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 167 times today

Pizzeria Portofino is a sun-drenched casual restaurant located directly on the Chicago riverfront offering hand-stretched pizzas, coastal wines, an expansive patio and breezy decor that will instantly transport you to the Italian Riviera.

3. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2647)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 349 times today

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

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4. Beatrix - River North

4.6

Exceptional(5346)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 190 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant was created by Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and house blends from our very own, Beatrix Coffee Roasters. Beatrix is open daily for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.

5. The Gage

4.7

Exceptional(12014)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 163 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.

6. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2308)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 115 times today

Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients. Follow @allavitachicago to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings.

7. RPM Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(1662)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • River North (Chicago)

Booked 100 times today

Introducing RPM Seafood, a dramatic multi-level restaurant overlooking the iconic Chicago River featuring the truest expression of the world’s best fish and seafood.The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Italian, it marks the third collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and celebrity couple Giuliana & Bill Rancic.

8. Asador Bastian

4.7

Exceptional(186)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 15 times today

Asador Bastian is a Chicago chophouse with Basque influences from acclaimed ChefDoug Psaltis. Located in the iconic “Flair House” originally built in 1883, this historictownhouse has been revived and brought back to life with culinary inspiration from thegreat asadors of San Sebastián, Spain to serve the world’s best boutique beef withoutcompromise. The most remarkable dining experience comes from the purest ingredientsdelivered in the supremely thoughtful, welcoming and hospitable manner. This ethoshas directed every aspect of the experience at Asador Bastian, whether you’re joiningus for small bites and libations in our Bar Room or for a more intimate experience in ourDining Room.

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9. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(5628)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 110 times today

In A World Of All-Natural Cleanses, Organic Stores And Paleo Diets, Prime & Provisions' Beef Program Contributes To The Clean-Eating Lifestyle By Serving 100% All Natural Linz Heritage Usda Prime Black Angus Beef. We Are Proudly The First Steakhouse In Chicago To Offer Beef From The "Never-Ever" Program Which Linz Heritage Angus Prides Itself On.

10. Terrace 16

4.3

Awesome(2193)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Near North

Booked 54 times today

Terrace 16 captures the spirit of Chicago’s glorious summer months year-round with genuine hospitality, warm design, a convivial bar, unmatched vistas and an ever-changing menu whose ingredients shine bright. Located on the 16th floor of Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, the American rooftop restaurant in Chicago includes a bustling indoor bar and dining room, as well as expansive outdoor seating on its idyllic rooftop patio – all punctuated by breathtaking views of the city’s most iconic landmarks. A vibrant menu features new American flavors, allowing ingredients to speak simply and powerfully for themselves. An extensive craft cocktail program and thoughtful wine list enhance the experience of the downtown Chicago restaurant with a view. Terrace 16 offers fresh options for a variety of tastes and preferences and our expert culinary team can accommodate any dietary needs.

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228 restaurants available nearby

1. Tre Dita

2. Pizzeria Portofino

3. Aba - Chicago

4. Beatrix - River North

5. The Gage

6. Alla Vita

7. RPM Seafood

8. Asador Bastian

9. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse

10. Terrace 16

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