Best Family Style Restaurants in Lincoln Park

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanJapanese

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ChicagoNear WestNorth Suburbs

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Albany ParkAndersonvilleBucktown / Wicker ParkDowntown / LoopEvanstonGold Coast / Streeterville

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Summer House - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(8030)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 286 times today

Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Summer House is the place for sunshine all year round. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Reserve your table today and be transported to the West Coast by the beach house decor, retractable glass ceiling, and all-season courtyard. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.

2. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2427)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 192 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. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2807)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 271 times today

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

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4. Chicago Chop House

4.8

Exceptional(3799)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 34 times today

Experience History & Excellence: Chicago Chop House® legendary menu features exclusively hand-cut in-house USDA prime steaks, fresh mouth watering seafood, decadent house-made sharable sides and irresistible scratch-made desserts to perfectly culminate your dining experience! Immerse yourself in timeless elegance with five-star service and one of a kind ambiance that includes three cozy candle lit floors of seating filled with over 1,400 historic photos of Chicago architecture, sports, entertainment, political figures, and a wall of mayor's. During the beautiful Chicago summers enjoy our outside Courtyard that offers a perfect setting for a moonlit dinner. Chicago Chop House® combines a memorable dining experience with a rich history, making it a beloved original steakhouse in Chicago.

5. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(15081)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 219 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.

6. Sapori Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(4473)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lincoln Park

Booked 42 times today

Cozy Italian Restaurant serving fresh pasta & other authentic Italian dishes in Chicago's Lincoln Park & Lakeview Neighborhoods

7. Elina's

4.8

Exceptional(221)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Town

Booked 64 times today

Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight. Parties of 7 or more must contact reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee. Contact reservations@elinaschicago.com for any additional inquiries.

8. Mott Street

4.8

Exceptional(1093)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 80 times today

Supremely Asian American. Eastern cooking technique. Taking inspiration from the night markets of Asia and his Korean-American childhood, Chef Edward Kim pairs eastern cooking techniques with Chicago ingredients to create umami-laden flavors, juxtaposing tastes and textures for a wildly exciting menu. A festive and lively dining scene is anchored by a well-lauded bar program and an open pantry, inviting our guests further into the kitchen experience. Like a nightly Asian Thanksgiving, expect Feast-Style dining, rolling up your sleeves, passing plates with your neighbors, getting sauce on your face - if you’re having a good time you’re doing it right.

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9. Quartino - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(11111)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 154 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.

10. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5701)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 132 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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JoelVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food and service were outstanding! This dining experience exceeded our expectations. We were celebrating a very special occasion and the entire staff made this a very personal and meaningful evening. It was memorable and we won’t wait for another special occasion to come back. Our thanks to everyone at Alla Vita!
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Alla VitaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• West Loop
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4.8
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ChristopherVIP
Southwest Florida •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Chicago staple and one of our favorite local spots
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Summer House - ChicagoPrice: Moderate• American• Lincoln Park
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4.7
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LeshaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our experience at Aba was incredible, all of the food was so fresh and flavorful. Our waiter was so so friendly and even gave us a free app to try. It was a day to celebrate and the experience just made our celebrations 10x’s better. We can’t wait to go back again!
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Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
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4.8
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angela
Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful, knowledgable wait person who made ecellent recommendations,, amazing food.
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Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.8
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KeithH
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Staff was amazing and food was better the Japanese Wagyu steak was great
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Chicago Chop HousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.8

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