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A photo of Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails restaurant

1. Kindling | Downtown Cookout & Cocktails

4.5

Awesome(633)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 25 times today

Located in Willis Tower at the corner of Franklin and Adams, Kindling offers a captivating steakhouse diningexperience. Chef Partner is James Beard Award-winning Jonathon Sawyer, who brings a worldlyperspective and decades of wood-fired cooking. With our live-fire show kitchen, prime steaks, fresh seafoodand handcrafted cocktails, Kindling brings the warmth of the hearth to the heart of the city. It's the idealsetting for pre-theatre dinner, a large group business lunch, and after-work happy hour at the bar.Follow us on social @kindlingchicago & @chefsawyer!

2. South Branch

4.7

Exceptional(1255)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 6 times today

One of the best restaurants in Chicago’s Loop in the heart of downtown. Enjoy full views of the Chicago River, nestled among the city’s skyline.

3. Roanoke

4.4

Awesome(1540)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 48 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.

4. Seville Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(18)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Loop

Booked 1 time today

Atop the roof of the Hilton Canopy in the Heart of The Loop, Seville is a rustically refined Mediterranean eatery by celebrity chef, hospitality developer and TV personality Fabio Viviani. This signature venue offers seasonally inspired dishes, including elevated takes on his favorite foods, as well as award winning wine offerings and cocktails. Seville features coastal favorites, house-made pastas, Neapolitan-style pizzas, barrel select bourbons, and an extensive wine list.Welcomed by a passionate, knowledgeable hospitality team, guests enjoy this unique elegant, yet approachable restaurant created by combining several sitting options, from comfortable booths and casual bar seating to a outdoor roof deck.Seville by Fabio Viviani Hospitality is perfect for all occasions, from intimate date nights to large dinners with family and friends. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

5. The Florentine

4.4

Awesome(1318)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Loop

Booked 18 times today

Located in the JW Marriott Chicago, in the city’s bustling Loop Financial district, The Florentine offers an elegant yet accessible interpretation of seasonal Italian cuisine.Characterized by simplicity and paramount ingredients, the menu showcases top imported Italian pastas, cheeses, salts and meats as well as ingredients from local farms.The Florentine offers semi-private and private dining spaces, accommodating anywhere from an intimate dinner for six, to a cocktail reception for 130. Our large private dining room can seat 60, or be divided into two smaller rooms holding 20-30 guests. Semi-private dining for large groups is also available.

6. Grill on 21

4.6

Exceptional(233)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 12 times today

A modern interpretation of the classic American Grill, Grill on 21 is an elevated dining experience within The LaSalle Hotel, an Autograph Collection hotel by Marriott.Our menu celebrates quality, seasonality, locality, responsibility, health, and authenticity. As a cohesive blend of classic style, contemporary cuisines, and highly personalized service, Grill on 21 turns the daily breakfast, lunch, or dinner into a moment worth savoring. Celebrate the holiday season with our exceptional buffets, coursed dinner and party options, available in the experience section below. Parking Validation is available for guests parked at 211 S Wells Self-Park Garage. Please bring your parking slip with you to be validated at the restaurant. On weekends and weeknights after 4pm park for FREE at 211 S Wells Self-Park Garage with a meal purchase of $25 or more. Please bring your parking slip with you to be validated at the restaurant. Not valid for valet parking.

7. ETC.

4.5

Awesome(103)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 18 times today

Lamar J. Moore, the beloved, Chicago-based, chef, has manifested a vision of elevated Southern cuisine in a Northern city where the bulk of the Black American community has direct Southern ancestry and roots. Soil was rich and ready for the unique warmth of his ideas. The opening team of etc. has created a space, menu, beverage program, and flow of service that is simultaneously down-home and adventurous, and as intriguing and challenging as it is familiar Our mission is to bring a high level of experience, taste, and cocktails to the loop/printers row, family-style and without any pretension.

8. The Fillmore

3.8

Excellent(105)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / Loop

Booked 7 times today

The Fillmore Chicago blends contemporary American and classic Italian cuisine in a stylish mid-century dining room, reflecting the building's timeless architecture. The inviting bar offers a selection of signature drinks and classic cocktails, perfect for any occasion.Whether you're enjoying a satisfying lunch from the all-day menu, unwinding with weekday happy hour specials, or indulging in a leisurely weekend brunch, The Fillmore has something for everyone.Parking validation is available for guests dining on weekdays after 3 p.m. and weekends at the 172 W Madison St. parking garage—just $5 for 5 hours of parking, ideal before catching a show in the Theatre District.Guests can also park for free after 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights with a $25 meal purchase. Please bring your parking slip for validation at the restaurant. Not valid for valet parking.

9. The Metropolitan

4.2

Awesome(526)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Loop

You’re invited for an exclusive ‘guest pass’ dining experience at Chicago's finest Private Business and Social Club, The Metropolitan, on floor 67 of the iconic Willis Tower. This reservation includes limited access to our Private Club. Member events, benefits, charge privileges etc, are for Members Only. While enjoying the Club, ask about your invitation to Membership for future All Club ACCESS to Dine. Host. Connect. Work. And Play. DRESS CODE: Smart Casual. No rips or tears in denim, athletic wear, hats or sandals. Jackets are recommended for gentlemen in Craftsman. Text: 312-940-9375 or Call: 312-876-3200.All food and beverage purchases are subject to an automatic 20% Service Charge, which is distributed by the Club to food and beverage service employees. The Service Charge is not a tip or gratuity. Please inform your server if you or anyone in your party has food allergies or special dietary requirements. ©Invited. All rights reserved.

10. Boleo

4.4

Awesome(578)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 11 times today

The cuisine and culture of Latin America make their way to the Windy City in our industrial-chic rooftop bar and lounge, Boleo, where you can find small plates for snacking and sharing, delicious cocktails that transport you to Peru, and house music that will make you want to learn to salsa. Come rain or shine we have you covered with our retractable roof!

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Updated on 3/23/2025

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Charisma
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food is absolutely amazing, and the staff is incredibly welcoming. I will be coming back!
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ETC.Price: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop
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GeraldVIP
Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great place to eat in Chicago. Attached to the JW Marriott.
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The FlorentinePrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Loop
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4.4
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London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great lunch in the private room, excellent service, delicious food
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Kindling | Downtown Cookout & CocktailsPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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StephanieVIP
Denver / Colorado •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2025
We had a wonderful experience and would %100 come back on our next visit. The food was fantastic and we were so very impressed with the service! They were friendly, and highly attentive! Truly wonderful experience
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RoanokePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 14, 2025
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere, very nice surroundings, attentive staff, very tastefull food.
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Seville ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown / Loop
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4.7

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