Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 1626 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60608

avec River North

From One Off Hospitality, the restaurant group that brought you such Chicago classics as Blackbird, Publican and avec, comes avec River North, specializing in sophisticated yet casual Mediterranean-influenced cuisine

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Omakase Yume

651 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60661

Having earned a Michelin star in 2021, Omakase Yume has solidified its place as one of the best-known and finest spots in Chicago for Japanese cuisine.

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Holu

2101 S. Jefferson, Chicago, IL 60616

Holu is an Asian Prime Steakhouse with tableside preparation of some of the finest beef you've ever had.

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avec

615 W. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60661

An instant success when it debuted in 2003, avec is the second restaurant from One Off Hospitality, the group behind Blackbird, Publican, The Violet Hour, Big Star and Nico Osteria. The restaurant, specializes in Mediterranean-inspired small plate dishes, vino and beer.

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Bar Goa

116 W. Hubbard, Chicago, IL 60654

Goa is a city on the southwestern coast of India; it's a former Portuguese territory, and the food at Goa restaurant in Chicago reflects a blend of Indian and Portuguese culinary traditions.

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Pizzeria Due

619 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL 60611

Chicago pizza institution with an old-time feel baking deep-dish crusts laden with cheese & sauce.

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Lure Fishbar

616 N. Rush, Chicago, IL 60611

With locations in New York City, South Beach and now Chicago, Lure Fishbar lays out a spectacularly broad and deep selection of fish and seafood.

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Marchesa

535 N. Wells St., Chicago, IL 60654

Kathryn Sullivan Alvera (Narcisse, Domaine and Prosecco) and partner Jason Clark are behind this sleek, multi-level River North establishment with a vintage Parisian vibe.

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Margeaux Brasserie

11 E. Walton St., Chicago, IL 60611

One of the country's foremost celebrity chefs is finally in Chicago, as Michael Mina marks his local debut with this French stunner. Adjoined by a casual French patisserie called Petit Margeaux, this elegant brasserie on the third floor of the Waldorf Astoria Chicago hotel features all the upscale stylings one would expect of a Parisian parlor.

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Momotaro

820 W. Lake St., Chicago, IL 60607

Three levels of spectacular modern Japanese dining can be experienced at this sprawling West Loop project from Boka Restaurant Group (Boka, GT Fish & Oyster, Girl and the Goat). The top level is for private dining, the main level is designated for the full dining experience, and the lower-level izakaya

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Portillo's Hot Dogs / Barnelli's Pasta Bowl

100 W. Ontario St., Chicago, IL 60610

The restaurant chain launched in 1963 out of the founder's trailer. And now he boasts more than 48 units all over the country, including Alaska. Portillo's is most famous for fast food made to order, including hot dogs, fried chicken sandwiches and burgers. The chain has also developed a cult following for its chocolate cake AND chocolate cake milk shake.

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Pops for Champagne

601 N. State St., Chicago, IL 60654

The city's first-ever lounge dedicated to sparkling wine and Champagne continues to set the standards. The venue seamlessly pairs vino with a menu of smart small plates and raw bar items.

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Piccolo Sogno

2 locations in Chicago

On Chicago’s near north side, Piccolo Sogno is the “little dream” of Chef Tony Priolo, whose goal has been to serve the very finest in rustic Italian cuisine, using locally...

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Tack Room

Drawing inspiration from the 1890’s, when every local Czech tavern owner had a carriage house, John Dusek had one of his own at Thalia Hall.

Lawrence's Fisheries

Lawrence Schweig and his wife, Elia, opened this seafood spot in 1950, offering shrimp, fried, boiled or smoked; Lake Michigan fish smoked on site and more. The family expanded its business to 24 hours to meet the needs of shift workers in the area. Today, the carryout spot sells some 10,000 pounds of Gulf shrimp monthly.

Express Grill

Walk-up fast-food window serving Polish sausage, burgers, hot dogs & fries 24 hours a day.

DeColores

This Pilsen BYOB serves family recipes like chicken poblano mole and shrimp diablo. The restaurant doubles as an art gallery, with works by Pilsen-based artists for sale.

La Catrina

La Catrina Cafe is located in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. A "mom-and-pop shop" founded in the spring of 2013, La Catrina Cafe has quickly established a presence in Pilsen.

Simone's Bar

The team behind Black Beetle, Streetside Bar and Grill, and The Northside take on Pilsen with this casual neighborhood bar.

Skylark

One of Vince Vaughn's favorite hangs that was also featured in "The Breakup."

Honky Tonk BBQ

Honky Tonk is a family-run operation located in the Pilsen neighborhood just a couple miles southwest of the Loop in downtown Chicago.

Kristoffer's Cafe & Bakery

Renowned for their tres leches cake and "chocoflan," this cozy Pilsen cafe is a popular hangout and coffeeshop on the near south side. The famed tres leches cakes are also sold at Fogo De Chao Brazilian Steakhouse, Simone's Bar, De Colores Mexican Restaurant, Del Toro tequila Bar, and Pepes Restaurants.

Jason's Deli

As an independent, family-owned business, Jason's Deli has the freedom to do the right thing, every day. So, we say no to shortcuts, and yes to the way of serving customers and communities we've known for more than 40 years. It's a family thing.

Pilsen Yards

Pilsen Yards is a “bar-centric and music-driven hangout in the heart of Pilsen,” with a Latin-inspired street food menu and a drinks list showcasing excellent tequila, mezcal and whiskey.

Pleasant House Pub

Specializing in savory meat pies for dine-in or carry out, this cafe by day and pub by night also offers daily specials, desserts

Hashbrowns

"Our favorite? The house hash browns, which are also served alongside the restaurants' egg dishes and sandwiches. Yummy yams!" - Chicago Tribune

Joy Yee's Noodles - University Village

Joy Yee's Noodles combines different dishes and styles from across Asia with fresh-fruit smoothies and bubble teas.

Dusek's Board & Beer/Punch House

The team behind The Empty Bottle and Longman & Eagle have restored an old Pilsen opera house to its original state, but with contemporary updates. Originally named Thalia Hall, Dusek's Board & Beer and lower-level Punch House

S.K.Y. Restaurant Chicago

Located in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood, S.K.Y. is the first restaurant from Chef Stephen Gillanders, who previously worked with chef Jean Georges Vongerichten for 10 years.

Binny's Beverage Depot - South Loop

Binny's superstores offer a huge selection of fine wines, premium spirits, imported and domestic beers, cigars and gift items. This location also offers gourmet groceries , a walk-in humidor, a wine cellar and a tasting room.

Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 1626 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60608

avec River North

Omakase Yume

Holu

avec

Bar Goa

Pizzeria Due

Lure Fishbar

Marchesa

Margeaux Brasserie

Momotaro

Portillo's Hot Dogs / Barnelli's Pasta Bowl

Pops for Champagne

Piccolo Sogno

Tack Room

Lawrence's Fisheries

Express Grill

DeColores

La Catrina

Simone's Bar

Skylark

Honky Tonk BBQ

Kristoffer's Cafe & Bakery

Jason's Deli

Pilsen Yards

Pleasant House Pub

Hashbrowns

Joy Yee's Noodles - University Village

Dusek's Board & Beer/Punch House

S.K.Y. Restaurant Chicago

Binny's Beverage Depot - South Loop

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