Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Near North

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

ChicagoNear WestNorth SuburbsNorthwest SuburbsSouth SuburbsWest Suburbs

Neighborhoods

Albany ParkAndersonvilleAuburn GreshamAvondaleBerwynBridgeport

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Takeout only

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Award-winning

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

230 restaurants available nearby

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1. Beatrix - River North

4.7

Exceptional(5387)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 170 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant was created by Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and house blends from our very own, Beatrix Coffee Roasters. Beatrix is open daily for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.

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2. Starbucks Reserve® Chicago Roastery

4.8

Exceptional(22)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Café • River North (Chicago)

Booked 8 times today

The World's Largest Starbucks.A spectacular destination. Our passion for craft, innovation, and discovery comes to life in an ever-evolving menu of coffee, cocktails and food.An immersive and thoughtfully designed experience, this one-of-a-kind space will bring your event to life in a uniquely memorable way.

3. RPM Steak

4.7

Exceptional(6313)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • River North (Chicago)

Booked 85 times today

Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Steak is an updated take on the classic steakhouse and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu, an award-winning wine list and a well-curated craft cocktail program. The sister restaurant to RPM Italian, RPM Steak marks the second collaboration between Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises and Bill and Giuliana Rancic.

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4. Three Dots and a Dash

4.8

Exceptional(1902)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • River North (Chicago)

Booked 50 times today

With a secret alleyway entrance, Three Dots and a Dash is a speakeasy-style take on the traditional island bar—ready to transport you to the glamorous bygone eras of Trader Vic, Stephen Crane and Don the Beachcomber. Descend underground to discover a subterranean hideaway featuring a rum-soaked menu of more than two dozen classic, modern and original tropical cocktails and a selection of island fare. We are a 21+ venue.

5. Terrace 16

4.5

Awesome(2253)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Near North

Booked 53 times today

Terrace 16 captures the spirit of Chicago’s glorious summer months year-round with genuine hospitality, warm design, a convivial bar, unmatched vistas and an ever-changing menu whose ingredients shine bright. Located on the 16th floor of Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, the American rooftop restaurant in Chicago includes a bustling indoor bar and dining room, as well as expansive outdoor seating on its idyllic rooftop patio – all punctuated by breathtaking views of the city’s most iconic landmarks. A vibrant menu features new American flavors, allowing ingredients to speak simply and powerfully for themselves. An extensive craft cocktail program and thoughtful wine list enhance the experience of the downtown Chicago restaurant with a view. Terrace 16 offers fresh options for a variety of tastes and preferences and our expert culinary team can accommodate any dietary needs.

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6. La Grande Boucherie - Chicago

4.3

Awesome(1164)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • River North (Chicago)

Booked 65 times today

Housed in Chicago’s Belle Époque building, the unique Art Nouveau-inspired space honors the iconic building’s legacy while providing guests with a one-of-a-kind atmosphere and menu. La Grande Boucherie blends the ambiance of an indulgent steakhouse with a refined Parisian brasserie charm, and fuses traditional French cuisine with Chicago’s River North culinary heritage. The two-story restaurant boasts custom curved stained-glass windows overlooking the bustling streets of Chicago. The interior features custom mosaic marble floors, authentic fixtures, and a racetrack bar sourced from France. Guests can lean into the view and take in all that Chicago has to offer.

7. Siena Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(6129)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 113 times today

Entirely Rooted In A "From Scratch" Approach, We Present Upscale, Classic Italian Fares, Straight From Top Chef Alum, Fabio Viviani. Siena Tavern'S Extensive Wine List And Our Highly Contemporary Design, Interspersed With Rustic Details, Elevates The Genuine Italian Dining Experience While Simultaneously Maintaining Authenticity. Farm To Fork, Refined And Redefined.

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8. Quartino - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(11112)

$$$$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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9. SUSHI-SAN - River North

4.7

Exceptional(1377)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • River North (Chicago)

Booked 111 times today

Sushi-San serves up the best sushi in Chicago made with the freshest ingredients they can find, all served with a side of old-school hip-hop and ice-cold beer. The bar is kept stocked with rare Japanese whisky, sake, wine and inventive cocktails. Join them for lunch and dinner.

10. Andy's Jazz Club

4.8

Exceptional(5186)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 92 times today

Admission is charged to all guests entering the venue and goes toward the musical entertainment that all will be enjoying while inside the club. All dining tables are good for 1 musical performance only. Please choose your reservation time according to your desired performance time. Andy's Jazz Club is a unique as a Jazz Room that offers full dining. We hope for a quiet room during all performances. We do ask that all guests be courteous to the artists while performing and keep conversation volume down during shows.

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