Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 2233 S. Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago, IL 60616

Pops for Champagne

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Moon Palace Restaurant

Beautifully renovated in spring 2009, Moon Palace now offers its fine Mandarin and Shanghainese cuisine in white-tablecloth surroundings.

Three Happiness - Cermak

Popularly known as "little" Three Happiness to distinguish it from the larger, unrelated restaurant with the same name across the street, this intimate eatery offers carefully crafted Cantonese cuisine. Look for dishes like shrimp toast, wonton soup with roast duck, crispy-skin chicken and salt-and-pepper shrimp. If you want to spice things up, ask for some of Gary's chili sauce.

Moody Tongue

Brewmaster Jared Rouben and Chef Jared Wentworth are the two-man team behind the “culinary brewing” philosophy at Moody Tongue, an approach that connects kitchen and brewery to create beers and foods that work together for a truly extraordinary drinking and dining experience.

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.

Evergreen

Cantonese Restaurant · Dim Sum Restaurant · Family Style Restaurant

VU Rooftop Bar

Located just south of the South Loop, and adjacent to McCormick Place, VU Rooftop Bar gives guests a great view of Chicago's outstanding skyline.

Cai

Sprawling dim sum hall, dressier than most, with both carts and menu ordering.

Apolonia

Focusing on coastal Mediterranean cuisine, with an emphasis upon the Italian culinary tradition, Apolonia brings a fresh taste of the highest quality ingredients combined in ways that will blow your mind.

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.

Chef Luciano & Gourmet Chicken

Following extensive renovations, the legendary Near South Side spot reopens November 2010, offering diners the same quality and affordable fare that made it famous. Roast chicken and signature Italian dishes are the specialty here.

Triple Crown Restaurant

Triple Crown Restaurant was established in 1996 amid the bustling backdrop of one of Chinatown’s oldest streets, 22nd Place. Since then, Triple Crown has served traditional Cantonese cuisine to a diverse clientele, specializing in eclectic seafood made from ingredients and spices native to southern China.

Café Bionda

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

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.

Connie's Pizza - McCormick Place

McCormick Place branch of the pizza chain that introduced stuffed pizza.

Emperor's Choice

Straightforward and accessible, Emperor's Choice is a good place to bring the family for easy-to-like fare in clean, comfortable environs.

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.

Pizano's Pizza

I opened Pizano’s in 1991 and this legacy is our foundation. I learned about pizza from my father with that knowledge developed our now famous thin crust pizza that Oprah has called "her favorite" and the USA Today listed as top 10 in the Nation. We feature great food steeped in Italian tradition, skillfully prepared from the highest quality ingredients, and served in an inviting atmosphere in which to celebrate friendship and family.

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.

Reggie's Music Joint

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

Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 2233 S. Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago, IL 60616

Pops for Champagne

Bar Goa

Lure Fishbar

Omakase Yume

avec River North

avec

Portillo's Hot Dogs / Barnelli's Pasta Bowl

Momotaro

Pizzeria Due

Holu

Marchesa

Moon Palace Restaurant

Three Happiness - Cermak

Moody Tongue

La Cantina Grill

Evergreen

VU Rooftop Bar

Cai

Apolonia

South Coast Sushi Bar

Chef Luciano & Gourmet Chicken

Triple Crown Restaurant

Café Bionda

The Burger Point

Connie's Pizza - McCormick Place

Emperor's Choice

Weather Mark Tavern

Pizano's Pizza

Chicago Oyster House

Reggie's Music Joint

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