Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 2246 West North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Andros Taverna

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Red & White

Loftlike shop specializing in small-production, thoughtfully sourced wines, beer & spirits.

Handlebar

Bicycle-themed bar serves up vegetarian-friendly meal and strong cocktails that'll knock you off your bike.

Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea Bar

Located right off the Six Corners at the heart of Wicker Park/Bucktown, Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea Bar promises a new way of drinking hot--and cold--non-alcoholic beverages in Chicago. This is the first location for this innovative concept and many more are planned throughout the country.

Subterranean

Support Subterranean by donating or by purchasing a gift card — redeemable for food, drinks, and tickets to shows at Beat Kitchen, Subterranean, Underbar, and Beat Kitchen on the Riverwalk.

Bake

Husband-and-wife chef team whip up signature pastries and desserts at this tiny Bucktown bakery with attitude. Signature sweets include the Brownie Nut Pie, chocolate chip orange breakfast bread, malted caramel cakes and coconut passionfruit cake.

Thai Lagoon

Casual neighborhood BYOB spot serving traditional Thai favorites & vegan alternatives.

HASH

The Wicker Park/Humboldt Park-based breakfast and lunch spot offers several variations on hash dishes.

Estelle's

Those on the prowl make their way to this late-night spot known for strong drinks and loud music.

Sushi Para M

The third city location of this sushi restaurant (there's also one in Palatine), the "M" in the name stands for Milwaukee Avenue. Specialty rolls include the Valentine's roll (with spicy tuna in a heart shape) and the World Series roll (with soft-shell crab tempura, tuna, eel and avocado). Those who dine in can spring for the all-you-can-eat option.

Up & Up

Located on the 13th floor rooftop of Wicker Park's Robey hotel, Up & Up is a unique kind of bar. It boasts contemporary cocktail creations from a chic roof space typically reserved for the downtown set. Sprawling views of downtown Chicago are a nice backdrop, while both indoor and outdoor spaces provide views and lounge-y comforts for guests.

Café Robey

Situated on the famed Six Corners separating Bucktown and Wicker Park, Café Robey offers French-American fare in an upscale casual atmosphere. The restaurant is also located on the street level of The Robey Hotel, making it a destination for hotel guests and area residents alike for breakfast, brunch and dinner.

5411 Empanadas - Wicker Park

What started as an Argentine food truck focused on empanadas has evolved into a mini Chicago empire of South American flavors. Following the success of its Lincoln Park storefront, 5411 Empanadas has expanded with a larger, more late-night space in Wicker Park.

Sultan's Market (Wicker Park)

Cash-only counter-serve Middle Eastern spot with falafel, gyros & more plus a large salad bar.

Rangoli

Authentic Indian cuisine gets elevated at this Humboldt Park BYO

Small Cheval

A casual, fast-paced burger shop in Bucktown. Guests can order a burger, cheeseburger or fries with the option to add bacon, lettuce, tomato.The beverage list features shakes, draft cocktails, beers and shots. All meals will be packaged to-go for convenience and guests can dine in the restaurant or on the patio.

Cebu

For some time now, we’ve been hearing that Filipino cuisine is “having a moment.” With the arrival of Cebu, it’s fair to say that Filipino food in Chicago is now firmly established, though it’s anything but everyday food for most of us: it’s still exciting as it becomes known to – and enjoyed by – the larger dining public.

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.

Cabana Club

Here's a first: There's a rooftop pool lounge in Wicker Park. Located on the sixth floor of the chic Hollander hotel, Cabana Club is the laid-back alternative to Up & Up, which is situated on the rooftop of sister hotel The Robey. That property is adjacent to The Hollander.

Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 2246 West North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Andros Taverna

Esme

Momotaro

Armitage Alehouse

Portillo's Hot Dogs / Barnelli's Pasta Bowl

Alinea

avec

avec River North

Omakase Yume

Dear Margaret

Marchesa

Piccolo Sogno

Red & White

Handlebar

Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea Bar

Subterranean

Bake

Thai Lagoon

HASH

Estelle's

Sushi Para M

Up & Up

Café Robey

5411 Empanadas - Wicker Park

Sultan's Market (Wicker Park)

Rangoli

Small Cheval

Cebu

Ipsento 606

Cabana Club

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