Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 1958 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60647

Marchesa

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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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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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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Andros Taverna

2542 N. Milwaukee, Chicago, IL 60647

Many Greek restaurants serve basically the same food; not so at Andros Taverna, where Chef Doug Psaltis serves contemporary Mediterranean food inspired by the classic taverns of Greece, as well as a few items prepared using family recipes.

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avec River North

141 W. erie street, Chicago, IL 60654

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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Dear Margaret

2965 N. Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60657

Dear Margaret in Lakeview offers a type of “ethnic” cuisine rarely seen in Chicago: French-Canadian, the food of French immigrants who settled in the Great White North and brought their love of food with them

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Armitage Alehouse

1000 W. Armitage, Chicago, IL 60614

In Lincoln Park, Armitage Alehouse captures the vibe of a London pub with a wood-burning fireplace, a piano player, and select ales and cocktails.

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Le Colonial - Chicago

57 E. Oak St., Chicago, IL 60611

Le Colonial, with locations in New York and San Francisco, also boasts a popular outpost in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood. After more than 20 years in its original space on Rush Street,

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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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Esme

2200 N. Clark, Chicago, IL 60614

One of the most exciting restaurants to open in Chicago since the pandemic hit, Esme brings together art and food in a combiantion that as lovely to look at as it is delicious to eat.

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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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Alinea

1723 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60614

James Beard Award winner Grant Achatz, who won the coveted "Outstanding Chef Award" in 2008, is one of the city's most acclaimed chefs. His unique, cutting-edge cuisine, full of twists and turns, comes with equally remarkable service, and an extremely high price.

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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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The Bristol

You'll find an eclectic, ever-changing menu of seasonal small plate- and large-plate dishes at this semi-casual Bucktown eatery. Daily specials can be found on the chalkboard in the back of the dining room, which is designed to look like an updated cafeteria. Expect plenty of game dishes.

Antico

Seasonal Italian dining & wines plus house-roasted coffee in a chic storefront with garden patio.

My Pie Pizza / Li'l Guys Deli

Unique pan pizzas from a historic Chicago company.

Le Bouchon

Le Bouchon has been thriving in Bucktown since 1993, serving classic French Bistro food in a dining room that will transport you to Paris. Voted one of the best French Restaurants in America by Timeout Magazine.

Rio's d'Sudamerica

An eclectic fusion of South American cuisine from Peru, Argentina and Brazil.

Charleston

Cozy corner bar offering cocktails & a large craft beer list plus weekend live music & DJs.

Ipsento 606

A spin-off of their original Western Avenue location, Ipsento expands upon its usual coffee and espresso portfolio for their second location by the 606 Trail in Bucktown. With more space than the original locale, this one also adds craft beer, cocktails, and evening food to the menu.

Lottie's Pub

Sketchy past no more, this Bucktown bar is a neighborhood favorite with the post-collegiate set.

Royal Grocer & Co.

New American restaurant/bar with ample veggie dishes & weekend brunch plus frosé & a huge patio.

Izakaya Mita

Izakaya Mita is a restaurant in Bucktown that exhibits a Japanese-American take on this traditional Japanese “Pub” concept. This family-run restaurant features Japanese plates and an ample selection of sake in a cozy dining room setting.

En Hakkore

Casual, Korean-focused eatery also specializes in sushi, rice bowls and sandwiches. Some of the more interesting offerings include the likes of a sweet potato sandwich, Asian-style tacos, and a number of maki rolls like the black eel garlic and sweet BBQ beef.

WhirlyBall

Everything from elevated bar fare and an impressive craft beer selection to laser tag, bowling, and whirlyball are present and accounted for at WhirlyBall's massive new Bucktown facility.

Ed & Jeans

Start your night early at this beer-and-a-shot joint... no cocktails though.

The Map Room

An extensive beer list and "International Tuesdays" buffet keeps bar in spotlight.

Coast Sushi Bar

Japanese entrees & creative sushi in a group-friendly setting with a bring-your-own-alcohol policy.

Red June

Red June Cafe is an off the beaten path cafe. We love our locals who have been enjoying our coffee and treats for years. Julius Mienl is our coffee brand that has been a staple.

Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 1958 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60647

Marchesa

Momotaro

Portillo's Hot Dogs / Barnelli's Pasta Bowl

Margeaux Brasserie

Andros Taverna

avec River North

Dear Margaret

Armitage Alehouse

Le Colonial - Chicago

avec

Esme

Omakase Yume

Alinea

Piccolo Sogno

The Bristol

Antico

My Pie Pizza / Li'l Guys Deli

Le Bouchon

Rio's d'Sudamerica

Charleston

Ipsento 606

Lottie's Pub

Royal Grocer & Co.

Izakaya Mita

En Hakkore

WhirlyBall

Ed & Jeans

The Map Room

Coast Sushi Bar

Red June

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