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1. Bar Siena - North Shore
4.4
Awesome(1054)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Skokie
Booked 34 times today
Bar Siena expands to Chicago's North Shore suburbs with their most recent location at Old Orchard Mall. Located next to Nordstrom, the new restaurant boasts an 8,500-square-foot interior along with two expansive patios. Much like its West Loop sister spot, Bar Siena North Shore combines the quaint charm of trattorias in Siena, Italy, with the industrial aesthetic of Chicagoland. The restaurant, in collaboration with Top Chef Fabio Viviani, brings the flavor, flare, and energy of casual Italian-American dining to the Midwest. Whether you're joining us for brunch, lunch, pizza, or pasta, Bar Siena North Shore is perfect for birthdays, groups, romantic dinners, or a casual date. Enjoy cocktails, happy hour, dessert, and Italian food in a vibrant atmosphere, whether you're celebrating with friends at the bar or indulging in a cozy dining experience.
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2. Tavern on the Glen
4.1
Excellent(61)
Price: Moderate
• American • Glenview
Booked 6 times today
Welcome to our cozy family-owned local tavern, Tavern on The Glen where the ambiance is warm, the drinks are cold, and the cuisine is simply unforgettable. Nestled in the heart of our community, we take pride in offering a dining experience that celebrates both tradition and innovation.Step inside and be greeted by the aromas of our kitchen, where every dish is crafted with care and passion by our award-winning chef. With a dedication to using locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible, our menu boasts a tantalizing array of flavors that are sure to please even the most discerning palate. From hearty comfort classics to creative culinary creations, there's something for everyone at our tavern. So whether you're looking for a casual dinner with family, a romantic night out, or just a friendly gathering with friends, we invite you to join us at our tavern. Sit back, relax, and let us treat you to a dining experience you won't soon forget.
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3. Sal Pique
4.8
Exceptional(79)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Park Ridge
Booked 4 times today
Nestled in the heart of Park Ridge, IL, Sal Pique exudes warmth and welcomes guests with open arms. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu bursting with mouthwatering dishes, it's the perfect place to unwind and savor a delightful meal. Our diverse menu caters to every palate, whether you're looking for a leisurely dinner with loved ones, catch-up with friends, or a solo meal at the bar. Sal Pique offers a relaxed setting where laughter flows as freely as the conversation. Come as you are, and leave with a satisfied heart, a full stomach, and a smile.
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4. The Lawn
4.6
Exceptional(269)
Price: Expensive
• American • Glenview
Booked 5 times today
The Lawn is described as a cozy place where you can enjoy a casual lunch on the patio or snacks with friends in the redesigned bar and lounge area. Reviewers highlight the 'lovely setting overlooking the golf course', the 'beautiful patio', and the 'super cool' indoor setting. The atmosphere is consistently described as relaxed, casual, and classy. The staff is consistently praised for being 'terrific', 'friendly', and 'helpful'.
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5. Hackney's on Lake
4.4
Awesome(569)
Price: Moderate
• American • Glenview
Booked 33 times today
Ever since our great Aunt Bebe starting selling hamburgers and beer on her back porch during Prohibition, Hackney's has been making people happy! Today we're famous for our big juicy Hackneyburgers on Hackney's Dark Rye® and our one-of-a-kind Hackney';s Original French Fried Onions®. Prohibition may be over, but our beer selling days are not. Hackney's has an ever-changing list of tap beers along with a full-service bar that can whip up any cocktail you can think of.
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6. Mano a Mano
4.7
Exceptional(164)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Logan Square
Booked 30 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!
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7. Spirit Elephant
4.8
Exceptional(1619)
Price: Moderate
• Vegan • Winnetka
Booked 37 times today
Award-winning, plant-based cuisine. We cater to food-lovers, not just vegans. Try one or our specialty craft cocktails (both alcoholic and zero-proof) and be sure to save room for our wildly tasty desserts. Our space has an urban, airy vibe and our expansive, beautiful bar is a great place to meet friends after work for happy hour. Feel like some air? Book your reservation on our cozy, elegant patio and add the outdoors as an enhancement to your experience. We specialize in events at our beautiful venue (indoors and out). Our goal is to give you a memorable experience every time. Come in and enjoy a meal while you do good for your health, the planet, and all its inhabitants. We hope you will eat plants, and feel beautiful.
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8. Osteria Langhe
4.7
Exceptional(1205)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Logan Square
Booked 23 times today
A cozy neighborhood restaurant located in the bustling neighborhood of Logan Square that focuses on the wine and cuisine of the Piemonte region of Italy. Featuring a 100% Piemontese wine list, fresh handmade pasta, and typical Piemontese dishes like Vitello Tonnato, Plin, Risotto, and white truffles during their peak season in the fall/winter. Nationally and internationally recognized as the recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence (every year since 2018), Time Out Magazine's Top 100 Best Dishes (for Plin), Gambero Rosso Best Wine Program, Gambero Rosso Best Italian Restaurant, and others.
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9. Alma
4.3
Awesome(149)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Wrigleyville
Booked 2 times today
Alma is located on the second floor of Hotel Zachary
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10. Little Madrid Tapas Cafe
4.5
Awesome(281)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Andersonville
Booked 7 times today
In January 2020, Little Madrid Tapas Café opened in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood, a small, cozy, and colorful space. The restaurant transported guests back to Old Madrid with its warm atmosphere, delicious flavors, and enticing aromas that emanated from the kitchen. With a global pandemic raging around the world, Little Madrid Tapas Café remained a steady presence in the neighborhood and soon emerged as one of the best Spanish restaurants in Chicago.
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