Best Romantic Restaurants in Irving Park

368 restaurants available nearby

1. Buona Terra

4.8

Exceptional(271)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irving Park

Booked 15 times today

As one of the most beloved (and highest-rated) Italian restaurants in Chicago for over 22 years, the historic Buona Terra continues to serve scratch made pastas, brick oven pizza, fresh fish and seafood options as well as chops and steaks. The wine selection is meticulously chosen (and inspired by our yearly trips to Italy for the Vin Italy fair) to pair with our different plates made with the freshest ingredients. Chef Chepe sources fresh items from the market daily. He butchers our fish and meats daily, makes all of our sauces and soups in house and most of our deserts. You might note that you see familiar faces as our servers have been with us since we opened our doors.Whether you've been here a hundred times or tonight is the first visit, we think that you'll "Come for the food, leave as a friend".

2. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba

4.8

Exceptional(9251)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Lincoln Park

Booked 168 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.

3. Mirra

4.7

Exceptional(83)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 75 times today

Mirra is centered around the excitement of exploring the South Asian and Mexican culinary and collaboration that is really an unknown story up north. A la carte service, wine-focused with a small curated cocktail menu. Our chef's counter will offer a casual prix fixe experience for guests to enjoy. Mirra is a space that is warm, cozy, and comforting, whilst simultaneously executing a bold and vibrant food and beverage program. Mirra is a unique representation of how 2 different cultures can be 1 presented to you by Rishi Kumar, Zubair Mohajir, and David Mor.

4. Mano a Mano

4.6

Exceptional(81)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 28 times today

Mano a Mano is a pasta and wine joint that celebrates classic preparations of traditional recipes. With a wine program focused on 100% Italian grapes that are comforting and familiar. The space is designed to create a cozy enriched environment with deep booths that you can tuck away, warm lighting and walnut paneling with retro lighting.Parking Tip: We offer MVP valet services Monday-Sunday! Sacramento, Kedzie Boulevard Pay to park parking lot along Linden Avenue Parking lot located behind Target Eat & Be Well!

5. Mon Ami Gabi

4.8

Exceptional(8031)

Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 86 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.

6. Andros Taverna

4.7

Exceptional(181)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Logan Square

Booked 60 times today

Andros Taverna is a contemporary restaurant from Chef Doug Psaltis servingsophisticated Greek food cooked from the soul. Inspired by the cosmopolitan taverns ofGreece, Andros Taverna is a story of culinary heritage, purity of flavors, and warmhospitality in the heart of Logan Square!

7. Thattu

4.7

Exceptional(449)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Avondale

Booked 30 times today

Thattu is a charming spot with a mellow vibe, perfect for a romantic dinner. The ambiance is described as 'quiet and casual', allowing for easy conversation. The authentic Kerala cuisine, rich with aromatic spices, coconut and curry leaves, is a celebration of the bounty of the land and sea, making it an ideal setting for a romantic evening. Reviews rave about the excellent food and service, with one mentioning the 'laid back vibe'.

8. Eden

4.8

Exceptional(1574)

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.

9. Mott Street

4.7

Exceptional(1030)

Price: Expensive

• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 73 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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10. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

4.5

Awesome(81)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 42 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.

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Nancy
Chicago / Illinois •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Every time we enter the restaurant we feel so welcome and truly are excited to yet again enjoy a fabulous evening of delicious food, excellent and friendly service. I anticipate the perfectly chilled martini in the elegant coupe glass. We never feel rushed or forgotten. We are lucky to have Mon Ami Gabi in Chicago!
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Mon Ami GabiPrice: Moderate• French• Lincoln Park
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4.8
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laura
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Loved the place, the food and the ambiance. This was my second time there
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Mano a ManoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Logan Square
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4.6
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jamesvip
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I’ve been to some of the best and hardest restaurants to get into in. This is one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Completely blown away. The flavors were very unique. The spice was perfect. If I’m being picky though the waiter didn’t ask us one time how the food was. Not much conversation. I understand how crazy busy it is but there should be something other than taking our order. He was really nice though. I already made 2 more reservations. 😂
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MirraPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.7
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William
Nebraska •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My all time favorite spot to eat and entertain in Chicago! With so many choices Cafe Ba-ba-Reeba NEVER misses!!! Great food! Great vibe!!! 10 out of 10!!!
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Café Ba-Ba-ReebaPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Lincoln Park
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4.8
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Giannavip
Chicago / Illinois •52 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
Best soups ! Delicious bean & escarole for starter. The hot bread and roasted garlic is addictive it’s so good.Then a fantastic pizza. Asked for anchovies and extra basil, done. So accommodating. Great service always. Can’t stop returning driving from lakefront. Worth the drive every time.
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Buona TerraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Irving Park
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4.8

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368 restaurants available nearby

1. Buona Terra

2. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba

3. Mirra

4. Mano a Mano

5. Mon Ami Gabi

6. Andros Taverna

7. Thattu

8. Eden

9. Mott Street

10. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

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