Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Lakeview / East Lakeview

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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ChicagoNear WestNorth SuburbsNorthwest Suburbs

Neighborhoods

AndersonvilleBronzevilleBucktown / Wicker ParkChina TownCiceroDowntown / Loop

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Takeout only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

265 restaurants available nearby

A photo of BITES Asian Kitchen & Bar restaurant

1. BITES Asian Kitchen & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1150)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 12 times today

Located in Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, BITES is a casual, yet stylish and comfortable restaurant with tropical bar featuring modern Asian cuisine that combine familiar mid-western flavors with Asian ingredients to create new and exciting dishes. The result is a unique dining experience that you can't find anywhere else. Let BITES take you on a culinary tour of Asia. Enjoy our food with a variety of cocktails, beer, wine and sake while catching up with friends and family. BITES is a fun place to be and is perfect for both casual dining and special occasions - date night, girls/guys night out, birthday party, bachelor/bachelorette party, baby shower, etc. Start or end your night right at BITES!

2. Wood

4.5

Awesome(2097)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 15 times today

From the kitchen to the bar, everything we serve is defined by a passion for exploring unique flavor combinations. Wood is more than a name: our wood-fired oven is at the heart of it all, enhancing a dynamic menu of small-plate, American fare, made with the peak midwest farm produce each season has to offer. Though the dishes regularly change, they are defined by a few constants: meat is butchered in-house from humanely-raised animals; vegetables are drawn from local family farms; and all pastas and sausages are freshly made. Lead by our talented Executive Chef Devin Kreller, who is a 6-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winner, Chef Devin uses French-dominated cooking techniques combined with multicultural inspirations such as Asian and Italian to create new dishes. Located in the heart of Chicago Boystown, we're known for our brunches, and house butchered meats. Come see why our restaurant has been around for 12 years. For reservations over 10 guests, please call us at (773) 935-9663.

3. La Perla Chicago

4.3

Awesome(33)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Lake View

Booked 3 times today

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Lakeview East, La Perla Chicago, Restaurant & Lounge offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Under the culinary direction of Chef Edwin, we celebrate the finest ingredients and creative flair to bring you a sophisticated dining experience.Our Grilled Seafood Platter is a must-try, embodying the essence of our fusion menu, designed to tantalize the palate and captivate the senses. The elegant ambiance at La Perla is perfect for any occasion, from a delightful happy hour to a memorable night out. Located just down the street from Wrigley Field, La Perla is the ideal spot to start or end your exploration of Chicago.The atmosphere at La Perla is both chic and welcoming, with special features like our cozy lounge, perfect for an intimate gathering or a relaxing evening under the lights and disco balls. Join us at La Perla, where culinary excellence meets the vibrant spirit of Chicago.

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4. Mercadito - River North

4.6

Exceptional(6365)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • River North (Chicago)

Booked 98 times today

We are the city’s top Mexican restaurant for authentic modern cuisine, specialty tequila and mezcal cocktails, located in the heart of River North. Our culinary team features popular Mexican dishes, including our signature tacos, as well as fresh salsa and guacamole, ceviche, esquites and more.Mercadito's lounge is nestled in the lower level of Mercadito. It offers a speakeasy-style experience with a chic and exclusive ambiance. The space features banquet-style booths and dim lighting that enhances the elegant wood furniture, creating an inviting and intimate atmosphere. Once inside, guests can enjoy the full Mercadito menu, with the same delectable cuisine and beverages that our restaurant is known for.

5. Tre Dita

4.7

Exceptional(1026)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 135 times today

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

6. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba

4.8

Exceptional(9426)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Lincoln Park

Booked 150 times today

Cancellation policy: For parties of 5+ you need to cancel by 9am on the day of your reservation, otherwise it is a $25 fee. For smaller parties, please give us one hour in advance, in the event of a last minute cancellation or no show it is a $25 fee. Located in Lincoln Park, the All-Season Courtyard and Dining Rooms at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! are open with our new AIRPHX Air Filtration System. Your health is our top priority in all that we do. Steps we are taking: disposable and digital menus, continuous sanitation procedures & hand washing.

7. The Florentine

4.4

Awesome(1313)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / Loop

Booked 25 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.

8. Sapori Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(4473)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lincoln Park

Booked 47 times today

Cozy Italian Restaurant serving fresh pasta & other authentic Italian dishes in Chicago's Lincoln Park & Lakeview Neighborhoods

9. Itoko

4.8

Exceptional(556)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 64 times today

Situated in Lakeview's iconic Southport Corridor, Itoko is a neighborhood Japanese and robata restaurant from Gene Kato, Executive Chef of Momotaro. “Itoko” meaning “cousin” in Japanese, refers to the connection with Momotaro, located in the Fulton Market District. The menu features the high level of ingredients and technique that Chicago has come to expect from Chef Kato, alongside a beautiful interior curated for the Southport neighborhood. The menu itself features uniquely interpreted sushi rolls that allow the high-quality fish to be the star of the sushi experience. In addition, an innovative beverage menu with a focus on cocktails & highballs highlights the relationship between the technique of the food created by the kitchen and how this is complimented by the beverage selection.

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10. Prime & Provisions Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(5777)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 92 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.

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From verified diners like you

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Reginice
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious as before. I’m stuck on my favorites, so I didn’t try anything new.
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BITES Asian Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.8
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SandraVIP
San Antonio •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Superb food and helpful,unpretentious service We sampled almost every category of food: bread, salad, antipasti, pasta, beef, dessert and found each exceptionally delicious. Delightful dining experience!
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Tre DitaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7
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Champagne
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was a birthday celebration today and me and my family had good time…Michelle was a very good waitress
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Mercadito - River NorthPrice: Expensive• Mexican• River North (Chicago)
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4.6
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MichaelVIP
Hawaii •69 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Tasty food that came out very quickly. Drinks were also delicious. Service was very good as well. No complaints.
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WoodPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.5
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Miguel
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
Food was good specially the shrimp tacos was fire
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La Perla ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Lake View
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4.3

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