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Best Restaurants for People Watching in Old Irving Park

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1. Alma
4.2
Awesome(137)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Wrigleyville
Booked 9 times today
Alma is located on the second floor of Hotel Zachary
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2. Osteria Langhe
4.7
Exceptional(1177)
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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3. Anelya
4.6
Exceptional(271)
Price: Expensive
• Ukrainian • Avondale
Booked 21 times today
Comforting favorites in Avondale by Chefs Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim inspired by old-world cooking. Start your meal with a selection of beverages like a bottle of trendy orange wine or head to the bar after work with no reservation needed for a craft cocktail like The Muse with gin and beet kvass. Our appetizer cart will roll to your table to start your dinner with over 10 bites beckoning to be picked like our fan-favorite smoked carrot paté or sunflower seed hummus. Our main dishes offer a variety of homestyle flavors just like your mother made from thick soups to layered pasta and fluffy Ukrainian garlic bread. Coffee, after-dinner drinks and a flaky pastry like our Napoleon invite you to finish the meal with a sweet treat and hours of good conversation in a space that feels like home.
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4. Elia
4.4
Awesome(266)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Bucktown / Wicker Park
Booked 28 times today
Elia, a stunning new Modern Mediterranean restaurant, is now open in the heart of Wicker Park. Elia's menu features dishes inspired by Greece, Italy, France, Spain, and other Mediterranean countries. The restaurant's beautiful interior and friendly staff enhance its charm, making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Elia offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing" food and a cozy atmosphere. Guests rave about the "fresh and delicious" seafood, Mediterranean dishes, and a broad menu. Service is often praised as "excellent" and "attentive."
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5. Barcocina - Lakeview
4.4
Awesome(951)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 27 times today
Barcocina is a progressive Mexican concept showcasing twists on original Latin flavors. The menu emphasizes shared plates to give our guests the ultimate Eat, Drink, and Socialize experience. Barcocina offers a one of a kind drink menu that features sweet, smoky, and spicy takes on classics, as well as innovative mixology.
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6. Wood
4.5
Awesome(2078)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 17 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.
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7. Barrel Cheese & Wine
4.6
Exceptional(31)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 10 times today
Barrel cheese & wine is your new perfect favorite spot for a date night. Fireplace, wine racks, special cocktails and absolutely delicious food!
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8. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(8950)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 105 times today
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
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9. RL Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(7300)
Price: Expensive
• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville
Booked 74 times today
If you do not find availability online, please call the restaurant directly at 312-475-1100.Located adjacent to the Ralph Lauren Chicago flagship store on Michigan Avenue, RL Restaurant features the vision and décor of Ralph Lauren in a modern club atmosphere. RL Restaurant offers classic American cuisine inspired by Ralph Lauren’s personal favorites. Seasonal dishes range from a chopped vegetable salad to a lobster roll sandwich, grilled fish of the day and steaks. On the cocktail list, guests can choose from classic drinks and a diverse selection of wines and other fine spirits.
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10. Cabra - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(3048)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • West Loop
Booked 77 times today
Perched atop the Hoxton Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Fulton Market, Cabra Chicago is a lively rooftop escape, inspired by the bold and vibrant flavors of Peruvian cuisine. Led by James Beard Award and Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard, alongside longtime partners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group, Cabra serves up crave-worthy dishes in a colorful and energetic setting. The restaurant’s airy, plant-filled ambiance, paired with its open kitchen and sweeping city views, creates a dynamic dining experience. Guests can savor a variety of shareable plates, from ceviches to savory meats, all bursting with the rich, fresh flavors of Peru.

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