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1. Girl & the Goat
4.8
Exceptional(14909)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 143 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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2. Duck Duck Goat
4.8
Exceptional(5594)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • West Loop
Booked 131 times today
Chef Stephanie Izard brings her take on Chinese-American cuisine to Chicago's Fulton Market District with Duck Duck Goat, her third venture with Boka Restaurant Group. The menu features hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, wontons, fried rice, and more, ensuring no diner leaves hungry. On weekends, Duck Duck Goat also offers a delightful dim sum brunch menu, perfect for starting the day with a creative twist on classic favorites.
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3. Momotaro
4.6
Exceptional(3874)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • West Loop
Booked 101 times today
Momotaro is a multi-level Japanese restaurant located in the West Loop. Led by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro has had the honor of being named Restaurant of the Year in both Chicago Magazine and Chicago Social. Under Kato’s leadership the restaurant has come to define the balance between traditional values and modern technique, blending the two in a science and art that has resulted in an authentic, innovative menu. The restaurant, designed by the world renowned AvroKO, also contains the subterranean Izakaya at Momotaro (a laid back, lively lower-level bar and restaurant reminiscent of the neon-lit haunts of trendy Tokyo neighborhoods) and an elegant second floor private space that overlooks the main dining room.
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4. El Che Steakhouse & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2101)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 86 times today
Located just beyond the West Loop’s famed “restaurant row,” El Che Steakhouse & Bar is Chicago's go-to destination for steak, seafood, and live-fire cooking. The restaurant is modeled after Executive Chef/Partner John Manion’s fascination with Argentinean asados: traditional backyard barbecues surrounding the flame. A 12-foot custom-built grill serves as the centerpiece for this downtown asado which embraces South American-tinged meats, seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and of course, steak. The hearth also serves as the heart of the restaurant’s experiences such as dining at the Hearth Table. Join us for happy hour at our cocktail bar, featuring signature cocktails and fiery bar bites or indulge in a glass of wine from the country’s only South American wine list. No matter what you choose, El Che brings the heat seven nights a week.For large groups, private events, birthdays, or celebrations, email us info@elchechicago.com.
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5. Bar Siena - West Loop
4.6
Exceptional(3279)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 94 times today
Perfectly Centralized In Chicago's West Loop 'Restaurant Row', The Two-Story, 8,000-Square-Foot Restaurant Is The Sibling Of DineAmic Hospitality'S River North Staple Eatery, Siena Tavern. Bar Siena Offers Diners The Perfect & Approachable Setting To Enjoy Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, And Weekend Brunch. The Menu Features An Expansive Italian Street Food And Pizza Bar Selection, All Served Within The Streets Of Fulton Market. Our Team Of Hospitality Professionals Are Thrilled And Dedicated To Host Your Next Dining Experience, Private Event Or Catering Function!
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6. Swift & Sons
4.7
Exceptional(4594)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 93 times today
Swift & Sons is an American Steakhouse brought to you by Boka Restaurant Group. The stunning multi-room space was designed by the world-renowned design firm AvroKO and is located in the heart of the Fulton Market District — the birthplace of Chicago meatpacking. Executive Chef Chris Pandel's menu is based in traditional ideas and elevated with a modern approach that makes it unique in the Chicago steakhouse landscape. Signature dishes include the Beef Wellington, a staple of traditional steakhouse dining showcased with expertise in the Swift dining room.
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7. The Izakaya at Momotaro
4.7
Exceptional(841)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • West Loop
Booked 59 times today
The Izakaya is located on the subterranean level of Momotaro. The Izakaya and its shared-plates pub-inspired menu echoes the Yokocho street scene of Tokyo. Narrow lounge-inspired ‘alleys’ around a central bar bedecked with hand-painted Japanese menus, moody neon lights, and vintage Tokyo street signs set the scene for the Izakaya’s direct nod to Tokyo’s most famous post-war black markets. Dark, energetic, and ripe with expectation, the Izakaya additionally offers a 30-seat bar featuring crafted cocktails, sakes, and a quality selection of Japanese whiskeys. Parties and programming are no strangers to the Izakaya, where a rotating selection of events, including Monday Night Karaoke, feel right at home in this lively lower-level atmosphere.
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8. BLVD Steakhouse
4.3
Awesome(2912)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 65 times today
BLVD Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse inspired by Hollywood's Sunset Blvd—the golden era's famed strip of dining and entertainment establishments. Our space embodies the glamour and luxury that defined Old Hollywood, offering sophisticated yet approachable service with a chef-driven menu of prime cuts, fresh seafood, and other seasonal favorites from Celebrity Chef/Partner Joe Flamm. Outside, our massive full season patio with a sprawling bar evokes an enchanted ‘secret garden’ look and feel with lush greenery, linen curtains, luxe upholstery, and romantic string lighting.
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9. Formento's
4.7
Exceptional(2833)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 96 times today
Located in Fulton Market District within Chicago’s bustling West Loop, Formento’s is an Italian restaurant steeped with the bright and fresh flavors of Italy. Created as a nod to the owner’s grandmother, guests will experience an array of dishes from house-made pastas, seasonal antipasti and wood-fired fish and steak. At Formento’s, Chef David Schwartz combines new world culinary creativity with generations past. Our world-class wine program offers guests more than 300 varietals from around world. Three private event spaces can accommodate parties of 10 to 200 guests in an intimate second floor loft overlooking Restaurant Row, featuring a private bar and amenities.
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10. The Publican
4.5
Awesome(5911)
Price: Expensive
• American • West Loop
Booked 58 times today
A homage to oysters, pork and beer, Executive Chef Paul Kahan's eclectic menu is inspired by simple farmhouse fare in a space evocative of a European beer hall.

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  • Maaike
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Best sushi I’ve ever had in my life! Cocktails were creative and innovative, not to mention delicious. Service couldn’t have been better! We went for our anniversary and everyone know and came to congratulate us. It was incredible.
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    MomotaroPrice: Expensive• Japanese• West Loop
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    4.6
  • Nicole
    Philadelphia County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Burgers were to die for! The general manager sat us at a scenic area and gave us some information as it was our first time in Chicago. Only down side was we ordered calamari but never got it and the server checked on us when we were already done our meal without ever receiving the appetizer. Otherwise the restaurant was beautiful and food was so good. Would definitely return.
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    Bar Siena - West LoopPrice: Moderate• Italian• West Loop
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    4.6
  • Cara
    Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Wow! Amazing! So glad I was able to snag reservations! Want to go back and try more. Tried the Green beans, poke, goat belly and pork belly. We loved it all. Amazing textures and flavors.
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    Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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    4.8
  • ibtihaleVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Had an excellent time reconnecting with friends! Food is scrumptious and service was excellent! Thank you for your hospitality
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    Duck Duck GoatPrice: Expensive• Chinese• West Loop
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    4.8
  • MaiaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    A wonderful evening at El Che to kick off the holiday season. Special shoutout to Olivia and Julio for making sure everything was perfect and made for a memorable evening.
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    El Che Steakhouse & BarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Loop
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    4.7

Discover best special occasions restaurants in West Loop

Celebrating a special occasion in Chicago's vibrant West Loop just got easier with an array of top-notch restaurants catering specifically to memorable events. Each dining spot in this bustling neighborhood offers unique ambiance and exceptional service, ensuring every celebration is met with the perfect backdrop, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just a special night out. Known for their lively atmospheres, these restaurants in West Loop feature a mix of culinary styles and settings, from intimate and cozy to energetic and expansive. Diners can expect high-quality meals and attentive staff, ready to make any event extra special with touches like complimentary champagne or custom surprises. The West Loop itself is renowned for its eclectic dining scene, making it a prime destination for food lovers and celebration seekers alike. Whether you're planning a large party or an intimate gathering, the West Loop’s restaurant scene offers an unforgettable experience for every occasion, blending great food with a festive environment.

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