Best Restaurants with a Fireplace in Midway

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodPizzeriaTapas / Small Plates

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ChicagoNear WestSouth SuburbsWest Suburbs

Neighborhoods

Bucktown / Wicker ParkBurr RidgeDowntown / LoopOak LawnOak ParkRiver North (Chicago)

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

Delivery only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

14 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Fox's Restaurant and Pub - Oak Lawn restaurant

1. Fox's Restaurant and Pub - Oak Lawn

4.2

Awesome(209)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Lawn

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Fox's Restaurant & Pub. Impress your guests! Whether your entertaining clients or family, Fox's beautiful decor and menu selection will satisfy everyone. The menu includes everything from Fox's World Famous thin crust Pizza, Sensational Salads, Hearty Sandwiches, Burgers, Pasta, Top Quality Steaks & Seafood and Fabulous Desserts. Petite portions with smaller prices available on many selections. Always family-friendly, Fox's LOVES Kids so they have their own menu selection. Fox's bartenders specialize in array of Flavorful Martinis, Margaritas & Frozen favorites. Serving the best Irish coffee this side of the Emerald Coast. The staff at Fox's looks forward to your visit!

2. Elske

4.8

Exceptional(1237)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Loop

Booked 17 times today

PLEASE NOTE: **We can accommodate vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten free, dairy free, nut/peanut free & shellfish free diets. Before booking, please email us at info@elskerestaurant.com regarding any restrictions that are not listed above. We may be unable to accommodate certain restrictions, or diners with multiple restrictions.** Elske means love in Danish, a nod to both David Posey’s Danish mother and the fact that the couple got engaged in Copenhagen. “Our travels in Denmark have really influenced us,” Chef Posey said. “We like that clean, simple aesthetic.” The dining room — all crisp lines, minimalist décor & soft lighting — is anchored by a wide open kitchen on one side & a small patio with a working fireplace on the other. Combined with the friendly service, it creates the impression that you’re eating in a supremely tasteful Scandinavian friend’s weekend home.

3. The Gage

4.7

Exceptional(12098)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 124 times today

The Gage has become a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike for over ten years by effortlessly blending European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award-winning wine list all in a lively, convivial setting. Known as a “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene, The Gage continues to evolve by serving well-rounded food and beverage menus that feature classic dishes and drinks with contemporary twists rooted in tradition.

4. Roanoke

4.4

Awesome(1507)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 68 times today

Roanoke Restaurant, located in the Loop, is a local favorite known for its excellent service and top-tier culinary offerings. The menu highlights artisan comfort food, signature rotisserie dishes, and hand-crafted cocktails. The restaurant's design features luxurious finishes, copper accents, and warm lighting inspired by the rotisserie and brick oven in the open kitchen. Whether you're enjoying happy hour at the bar, dining by the fireplace for a more intimate experience, or joining the vibrant lunch crowd, Roanoke is an ideal spot to gather with colleagues, friends, or family. The restaurant also offers large event spaces that can accommodate up to 250 people.Guests can enjoy parking validation at the 172 W Madison Self-Park Garage. After 4 p.m. on weekends and weeknights, park for free with a $25 meal purchase. Be sure to bring your parking slip for validation. Not valid for valet parking.

5. The Dawson

4.7

Exceptional(2754)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • River West

Booked 15 times today

The Fulton River District is home to The Dawson, an expansive indoor/outdoor, multi-level space providing a multitude of dining experiences. The Dawson includes one of Chicago’s best patios conveniently found in the middle of the city.

A photo of Moody Tongue Brewing Company restaurant

6. Moody Tongue Brewing Company

4.8

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Brewery • South Loop

Booked 13 times today

Founded in 2014 in Chicago by cousins Jared Rouben (Brewmaster) and Jeremy Cohn (CEO), Moody Tongue is built on the philosophy of culinary brewing, appealing to those with a discerning palate or, as Rouben describes, a "moody tongue." Utilizing his extensive culinary background and brewing education, Rouben approaches brewing with a chef's mindset. In 2019, the brewery relocated and expanded to launch two dining concepts: (1) a lively, à la carte restaurant, THE BAR, and (2) an elevated, intimate fine dining restaurant, THE DINING ROOM, helmed by Executive Chef James Bingham. Since opening, Moody Tongue has been honored to receive stars in the Chicago MICHELIN Guide in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.Please note: our tasting menu is exclusively available in The Dining Room; our a la carte menu is exclusively available in The Bar.For parties with 7+ guests, please e-mail contact@moodytongue.com for reservation inquiries as well as information regarding Semi-Private and Private Events.

7. Bar Pendry

4.3

Awesome(40)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)

Off the Pendry Chicago lobby within the historic Carbide & Carbon building, Bar Pendry is a celebration of a classic Chicago cocktail bar. Walk-ins are always encouraged, with reservations taken only for Boozy Tea. With interiors designed by world-renowned design firm Studio Munge, the sophisticated lounge is tucked behind heavy floor-to-ceiling drapery and boasts a dark and moody atmosphere with custom leather sofas, vintage rugs, cozy banquettes and a curated art collection. Anchored around a double-sided fireplace, the 54-person bar offers guests with a selection of classic and seasonal cocktails, wine and local beers along with a menu of elevated bar bites by Pendry Chicago’s Executive Mark Shoemaker and Sunday Afternoon Boozy Tea, available by reservation only.

8. The Violet Hour

4.6

Exceptional(182)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 33 times today

This James Beard award winning bar program, serves seasonally-driven libations amongst candlelit tables and a sprawling marble bar. Centrally located in the heart of the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood, surrounded by delicious restaurants and boutique shopping. Cocktails are inspired by trailblazing head mixologist Toby Maloney.

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9. Blue Fire Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(43)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Oak Park

Booked 2 times today

Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.

10. Frontier

4.4

Awesome(559)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • West Town

Booked 15 times today

Frontier's Executive Chef Brian Jupiter has created mouthwatering dishes celebrating American contemporary cuisine, blending game and other seasonal ingredients into classic and approachable fare.The seasonal dinner menu includes small plates, vegetables, sandwiches and entrees designed to share. Frontier’s menu also features 8-10 varieties of oysters to order a la carte with dinner, or to enjoy with a bottle of beer at the bar. Over the weekend, patrons may indulge in brunch offerings including a wide selection of Frontier signature dishes alongside traditional brunch items. Complimenting Frontier's savory menu items are unique wines by the glass & bottle, specialty craft cocktails including creative punches and frozen cocktails along with an array of draft, canned and bottled beer.Frontier is closed Monday & Tuesday but will open for private events along with Sunday evenings & weekday afternoons. Email jen@pioneertaverngroup.com to inquire today!

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FrancescaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Another outstanding meal at The Gage. The hamburgers, the mussels, the Caesar salad with chicken, even the french fries were veggies awesome. As usual, the service was excellent.
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The GagePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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4.7
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Tom
Chicago / Illinois •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Really wonderful meal, with exceptional service, in a beautiful space. Not cheap, but as a wise man has said, the scandal in fine dining is not how expensive good food is, it's how cheap bad food is. Keep up the great work!!
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ElskePrice: Very Expensive• American• West Loop
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4.8
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JaneVIP
Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We went here after getting married at city hall and the staff made this such a wonderful experience! They put flowers at our table and wrote us a handwritten card with complimentary Prosecco. Great service and food, and they were accommodating to our party of 12. Would recommend to anyone!
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RoanokePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / Loop
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4.4
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Robert
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We visited on Valentine’s Day and were delighted to find a 4-course tasting menu with optional wine pairings. Every dish was delectable! Our server, Anna, was incredibly warm and welcoming. We had a fantastic evening and will definitely be returning.
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The DawsonPrice: Expensive• American• River West
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4.7
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Greta
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
Enjoyed the pizza and the live music of The Billy Gray Music band.
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Fox's Restaurant and Pub - Oak LawnPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Lawn
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4.2

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