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The best restaurants in Chicago

The restaurants thousands of diners rate highest.

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18 places

The top 18

Restaurants with a proven following, ranked by our own engine.

4.8· 4.6kRestaurant · Fulton River District
1. Alla Vita
Modern Italian fare, house-made pastas and an elevated wine-focused dining experience.
4.8· 3.9kMexican · Fulton Market District
2. Costera Cocina Tulum
Coastal Mexican plates, inventive cocktails, vibrant Tulum-inspired atmosphere.
4.8· 2.0kRestaurant · Fulton River District
3. Porter Kitchen & Deck
Riverfront American fare, craft cocktails, seasonal plates, and a lively deck atmosphere.
4.7· 18kPizza · Magnificent Mile
4. Gino's East
Iconic deep-dish pizza spot with robust bar; lively, historic Chicago experience.
4.7· 12kRestaurant · Fulton Market District
5. Au Cheval
Iconic Chicago diner known for elevated cheeseburgers and craft cocktails.
4.7· 7.0kItalian · River North
6. RPM Italian
Polished modern Italian with house-made pastas, steaks, extensive wine list
4.7· 4.0kItalian · Fulton River District
7. Gibsons Italia
Upscale Italian steakhouse with seafood specialties, extensive wine list, lively atmosphere.
4.7· 2.9kItalian · Streeterville
8. Francesca's On Chestnut
Upscale cozy Italian spot with handmade pastas and a curated wine list.
4.7· 2.9kRestaurant · Magnificent Mile
9. Doc B's Restaurant (River North)
Lively River North spot for American comfort food, shareable plates, and cocktails.
4.7· 2.6kItalian · West Loop
10. Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio
House-made pastas, inventive Italian small plates, cozy lively neighborhood spot.
4.6· 13kItalian · River North
11. Quartino Ristorante
Lively Italian spot with wood-fired pizzas, handmade pastas, and extensive wines.
4.6· 4.7kMediterranean · River North
12. Ema
Modern Mediterranean small plates for sharing, inventive cocktails, warm sociable atmosphere.
4.6· 3.6kItalian · River North
13. Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse
Upscale Italian steakhouse with prime steaks, robust wine, cocktails, and sports viewing.
4.6· 3.5kJapanese · Fulton Market District
14. Momotaro
Lively izakaya with shareable skewers, inventive cocktails, and a rooftop.
4.6· 2.9kRestaurant · West Loop Gate
15. South Branch Tavern & Grille (The Loop
Lively Loop tavern offering New American sharables, cocktails, beer and sports viewing.
4.6· 2.6kRestaurant · Jewelers Row
16. Remington's
Upscale steakhouse with prime cuts, craft cocktails, and an extensive wine list.
4.6· 1.5kRestaurant · Magnificent Mile
17. RL Restaurant
Polished American fare, craft cocktails and curated wines in an upscale, lively setting.
4.6· 974European · River West
18. Iguana Cafe
Bright café serving handmade crepes, European coffee, pastries, and relaxed patio seating.

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