Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 1511 S. State St., Chicago, IL 60605

Lowcountry (South Loop)

Lowcountry provides a comfortable and backyard-like environment to embrace the culture of social gatherings around a seafood boil. Our inspiration originates from childhood memories of family road trips to the gulf coast, and digging into lowcountry style seafood in bags set on picnic tables. An experience we’ve longed to share with our friends. That day has arrived, and we’re excited for the opportunity to share this experience…

Flo & Santos

Italy meets Poland at this South Loop pizza joint and pub. The specialty is the thin-crust pizza, with items like salads, sandwiches (Italian beef, kielbasa, Polish Reuben) and apps (including wings, pierogis and a Polska sampler) rounding out the menu. Even the pizza is Polish at times--one is topped with kielbasa, sauerkraut and bacon.

M Lounge

La Cantina Grill

Mexican restaurant in Chicago’s South Loop. We are located near Soldier Field and McCormick Place at 1911 S. Michigan Avenue. We have a full-service restaurant, bar, outdoor patio, and offer carryout, delivery, and catering.

Yolk (South Loop)

Yolk specializes in all things egg — omelets, scramblers, frittatas, and even an egg-topped breakfast pizza, plus pancakes, French toast, crepes, oatmeal, specialty juices and their own private-labeled premium coffee. The lunch menu features salads and sandwiches. Other locations are in Streeterville and River North.

Weather Mark Tavern

The nautically themed bar is a neighborhood favorite in the South Loop. You'll find typical American fare on the menu, including burgers, sandwiches and pastas.

Kurah Mediterranean Tapas

Mediterranean tapas with both traditional interpretations of European small plates, and contemporary reinventions.

Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings

Better known as QXY for loyal fans, Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings is one of the more popular dumpling shops in Chicago. It's located in Chinatown, and most fans love the restaurant for its varied menu of house-made dumplings, barbecue and tea drinks.

Café Bionda

Traditional Italian eatery with a signature martini list, 2 mahogany bars & an open kitchen.

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

Modern Downtown Chicago Hotel near Grant Park. Discover business- and family-friendly lodging at the Best Western Grant Park, a downtown Chicago, Illinois hotel near Navy Pier and the Magnificent Mile that offers well-appointed accommodations and such appealing amenities as an outdoor pool, onsite full service restaurant and bar, parking, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Reggie's Music Joint

We're not happy 'til you're not happy. Bar, Music Venue, & Rooftop Deck.

Chicago Oyster House

Tucked away in a largely residential area of the South Loop, a stone's throw from the McCormick Place convention area, Chicago Oyster House is the definition of hidden gem. The cozy neighborhood spot features seafood aplenty, with their specialty being grilled oysters. Steaks, sushi and pasta round out the menu offerings.

The Burger Point

Unique, wholesome burgers with all the fixins and classic sides are the name of the game at this casual South Loop eatery.

South Coast Sushi Bar

Using only the freshest ingredients and top quality fish from around the world, South Coast Sushi in South Loop offers something for everyone.

Eleven City Diner

Harkening back to old fashioned Jewish American delis of yesteryear, Eleven City Diner serves as a slick, wholesome homage to the past.