Best Family Style Restaurants in Lakeshore East

55 restaurants available nearby

1. Tre Dita

4.7

Exceptional(818)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 155 times today

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

2. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2323)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 180 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.

3. Adalina

4.5

Awesome(2368)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 61 times today

Adalina is a refined hospitality destination serving a modern and engaging Italian menu in a timeless yet alluring setting in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. Led by Michelin-starred and Top Chef alumni Soo Ahn. Adalina’s menu creates a balance between Northern and Southern cuisine, providing expertly staged shared plates along with strong statement items that satisfy a table. Guests can expect house made extruded and stuffed pastas. Adalina’s offerings will be accompanied with tableside services, and a well curated beverage and wine program that aims to evoke a sense of excitement for guests. Adalina makes the perfect venue for a romantic evening, business dinner or special occasion.For parties larger than 10 guests, please email events@adalinachicago.com to inquire about our Private Dining options and availability.

4. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14938)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 193 times today

Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.

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5. Quartino - Chicago

4.5

Awesome(11022)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 137 times today

Quartino Ristorante is a lively, authentic Italian restaurant and wine bar in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Our menu features Italy's regional specialties including artisanal salumi, Neapolitan thin-crust pizza, house-made pasta, and seasonal dishes. Menu items, served in moderate portions and meant to be shared, are perfect for adventurous diners ready for a unique experience.

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6. Le Colonial - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(7916)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 95 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere Perched on Oak Street in Chicago’s Gold Coast. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.

7. Ummo

4.3

Awesome(509)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 46 times today

UMMO is a contemporary Italian restaurant that unlocks the vibrant flavors of regional Italian cuisine in a colorful, beautifully imagined space.At UMMO, we present contemporary Italian cuisine that seamlessly combines his passion for Italian and American cultures. With a focus on simplicity and quality ingredients sourced from around the globe, UMMO offers fine, house-made pastas, decadent cheese and meat selections, vibrant vegetables, hearty proteins, delicate seafood, and more. As the menu changes frequently to reflect seasonal and new discoveries, guests can experience the full breadth of what Italy has to offer.Join us at UMMO for an unforgettable culinary journey.

8. Hawksmoor Chicago

4.5

Awesome(361)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 75 times today

Welcome to Hawksmoor Chicago, where we bring our acclaimed steakhouse experience from the UK to the iconic LaSalle Powerhouse in River North. Our ethos is simple: ‘Buy the best and let it shine.’ We serve all-natural, pasture-reared, dry-aged beef from US family-run farms, cooked over charcoal and seasoned simply with sea salt. Our seafood, sourced from trusted Northeastern fishermen, is prepared with equal care.In our 16,500 sq ft space, featuring barrel-vaulted ceilings and touches from the Golden Age of Travel, Hawksmoor is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re stopping by for cocktails, a casual lunch or a special celebration, we make sure you leave full and happy. We also offer private dining for groups of 10 to full venue buy-outs for 500—ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.And don’t miss our Sunday Roast: dry-aged beef, beef-dripping potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and bone marrow gravy—something like a Thanksgiving dinner every Sunday.

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9. JoJo's ShakeBAR - River North

3.5

Very Good(2746)

Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 50 times today

JoJo’s ShakeBAR is a next-generation restaurant and bar, and River North’s next go-to spot for hangouts, first dates, and family affairs. Its’ modern, yet familiar, diner experience is grounded in nostalgia and focuses on creative desserts and elevated diner favorites.Outdoor Patio Seating is available for reservations and walk-ins. In the case of inclement weather, our team will do our best to accommodate outdoor patio reservations inside, but indoor seating is not guaranteed. Reservations Are Highly Recommended & Walk Ins Are Available Based Upon Availability.

10. Ema - River North

4.7

Exceptional(4555)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • River North (Chicago)

Booked 130 times today

A Mediterranean & California-inspired restaurant featuring small plates & Chef CJ Jacobson's lighter style cooking in Chicago's River North.

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PeterVIP
Chicago / Illinois •119 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The entire experience was great but our server Jo was the game changer that made it such a pleasant evening
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Alla VitaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• West Loop
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4.8
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sara
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
every time we eat at girl and the goat, i fall in love all over again. the food is creative and always delicious. the ambiance feels so cozy and casual, intimate, and like a warm hug. i love that i celebrated my 40th birthday here at the king’s table and then, 10 years later visited for my 50th birthday and tho we sat at a different table, had a repeat visit from the same server - GARY!!! definitely try the steak in citrus dressing, the pork belly in crabmeat sauce, and always the pig face. always always the pig face. and the crumpets in the pate order. my GOSH so good
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Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.8
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LaurenVIP
Indiana •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I had a great experience here. Our server was helpful and attentive. We had the salmon and the mezzi rigatoni and they were both delicious. The vibe was really nice. Adalina will stay on our list of places to go in Chicago for sure.
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AdalinaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.5
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MattVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Booked here at the last minute dinner was amazing. The pizza was very, very good. The short rib was Devine. We also had the charcuterie board and the apricot sauce should be jarred and sold in stores. It was amazing.
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Quartino - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.5
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Johanna VIP
Philadelphia County •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The experience from the time I stepped off the elevator on to the second floor of Tre Dita . The hostess staff were extremely pleasant. My waiter was assertive.
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Tre DitaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River North (Chicago)
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4.7

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55 restaurants available nearby

1. Tre Dita

2. Alla Vita

3. Adalina

4. Girl & the Goat

5. Quartino - Chicago

6. Le Colonial - Chicago

7. Ummo

8. Hawksmoor Chicago

9. JoJo's ShakeBAR - River North

10. Ema - River North

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