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1. Piccolo Sogno

4.6

Exceptional(7025)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River West

Booked 43 times today

Our name, which means “little dream” in Italian, was chosen by partners Tony Priolo and Ciro Longobardo because it had always been their dream to open a restaurant of their own. “The restaurant fits our personal goal to get to the heart of Italian wine and food,” says executive chef Priolo. “You go to Italy for simple food prepared by hand with local ingredients. We wanted to bring that experience to Chicago.”Piccolo Sogno features a menu of seasonally fresh rustic Italian cuisine. The impressive all-Italian wine list boasts over 400 selections to pair with your meal.When the weather allows, enjoy al fresco dining in the hidden garden patio-regularly recognized as one of the best in the city.Starting December 1, Monday-Thursday we'll open at 5 pm rather than 4 pm-just for the winter. You are welcome to bring a cake to celebrate. If you do, we will charge a $3 fee per person cake-cutting fee. Beginning January 1, all credit card transactions will be charged a 3% fee.

2. The Dawson

4.7

Exceptional(2754)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • River West

Booked 36 times today

The Fulton River District is home to The Dawson, an expansive indoor/outdoor, multi-level space providing a multitude of dining experiences. The Dawson includes one of Chicago’s best patios conveniently found in the middle of the city.

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3. Guinness Open Gate Brewery - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(135)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Brewery • West Loop

Booked 63 times today

Where 260 years of Irish Brewing expertise meets American beer creativity. Inspired by Chicago, crafted by Guinness. Look out, Chicago.The Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago features a Taproom, Restaurant, and the first ever Guinness Bakery, all located right in the heart of Chicago's West Loop. Come indulge both your curiosity and your tastebuds, while experimenting with a new world of flavor.

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4. PERILLA fare - West Loop

4.7

Exceptional(435)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Korean • West Town

Booked 21 times today

Located in the West Loop of Downtown Chicago, PERILLA fare offers Korean American cuisine centered around a communal dining experience inspired by classic Korean flavors and traditional ingredients. With an emphasis and focus on quality and premium selection of meats for Korean BBQ, Chef Andrew Lim and the team proudly works with local farms and quality importers to provide our guests with an adventurous culinary experience. We offer an expansive beverage list which includes handcrafted cocktails, craft beers, a curated wine list, and hand selected imported sojus and makgeolli. Our menu accommodates all dietary restrictions with a focus on vegetarian options including locally sourced mushrooms. We are excited to welcome you in to our warm and inviting space featuring artwork from local artists. Located in River West / Fulton Market area

5. Erie Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(180)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 12 times today

Erie Cafe is a premier destination of River North for steaks, chops, and homestyle Italian favorites since 1994. The 1940s club-like atmosphere, elegant bar, and lush outdoor dining is the gem of the neighborhood. Erie Cafe serves the finest aged steaks butchered daily from whole primal cuts, homemade ravioli, specials, and desserts daily for both lunch and dinner. This Chicago Classic is 3rd generation family-owned and operated.

6. NORIKO

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4.9

Exceptional(15)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • West Town

Booked 85 times today

We are located in the Lower Level of Perilla Fare. Please enter through Perilla Fare Restaurant and check in with the host.NORIKO handroll bar is a new sushi restaurant concept specializing in handrolls which are prepared immediately in front of you. Each unique handroll is packed with flavor and carefully crafted with high quality ingredients in this intimate underground space.

7. Recess

4.7

Exceptional(1467)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • West Loop

Located in Chicago’s West Loop, Recess (838 W. Kinzie St.) offers a vibrant, playful, escape to the daily grind. Home of Chicago’s largest patio, Recess encourages guests to adult…like a kid, while serving up delicious American food and drink. The Recess menu taps into the cravings of everyday life, offering casually elevated dishes with playful Chicago swagger, while our beverage program takes a bright, ingredient-driven approach with cocktails both classic and original. In addition to the energetic adult playground vibes and menu offerings, Recess also offers a nostalgic array of indoor and outdoor activities including giant Jenga and Connect 4, all of your favorite board games.Recess is a 21+ establishment.

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8. City Hall - Chicago

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Town

Wait, what? There’s already a City Hall in Chicago? How long has it been open? What do they even do in there? Oh… that City Hall is the official seat of government of the City of Chicago. This City Hall is the unofficial seat of great bar food, stiff drinks, rock and roll, and gorgeous events. Come to this City Hall. You’ll have a much better time. City Hall is a new bar and event venue serving up good times and zero red tape in a lively, relaxed atmosphere in Chicago's West Loop.

9. Rose Mary

4.8

Exceptional(3388)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Croatian • West Loop

Booked 128 times today

Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.

10. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2387)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 145 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.

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Robert
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We visited on Valentine’s Day and were delighted to find a 4-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. Every dish was delectable! Our server, Anna, was incredibly warm and welcoming. We had a fantastic evening and will definitely be returning.
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The DawsonPrice: Expensive• American• River West
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4.7
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Ken
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service. Excellent environment. Valet parking and people working on site were so helpful.
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Guinness Open Gate Brewery - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Brewery• West Loop
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Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great dinner at piccolo sogno. The food was excellent (especially the gnocchi) and the ambience was lively but not loud— so you felt like you could have a conversation at your table. I also really enjoyed that they pre-split the salad and entrees for my partner and me to share. I would absolutely come again!
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Piccolo SognoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River West
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4.6
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Jackie
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely first experience dining here! Great, attentive staff helped us navigate the menu and show us how to Korean bbq. Great ambiance and delicious food that left us satisfied and not over-stuffed.
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PERILLA fare - West LoopPrice: Expensive• Korean• West Town
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4.7
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Bill
Chicago / Illinois •102 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
It’s one of my favorite places to go to The staff and the food is always amazing
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Erie CafePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.8

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1. Piccolo Sogno

2. The Dawson

3. Guinness Open Gate Brewery - Chicago

4. PERILLA fare - West Loop

5. Erie Cafe

6. NORIKO

7. Recess

8. City Hall - Chicago

9. Rose Mary

10. Alla Vita

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