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
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
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.
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.
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,
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.
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.
Adorn at the Four Seasons is a lively new restaurant from James Beard award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer, serving exceptional food and full of surprises.
Spacious, family-owned Mexican bar & grill with classic dishes, margaritas & a festive atmosphere.
The popular food truck with the crispy meat-, cheese- and vegetable-filled mini pastries now boasts a brick-and-mortar location.
Doug Zell and his wife, Emily Mange, started Intelligentsia Coffee at this site in 1995, originally roasting and serving coffee on the premises. Today, the carefully selected Direct Trade coffee, widely regarded as the best of the local brews, is roasted in the company's vintage German roasters at their works in the Fulton Market district and delivered fresh daily.
Established in 1989, the duke brings the true essence of pub culture to chicago. Within it's cozy confines you will find the city's largest collection of single malt whiskeys and some of the finest beers in the world, accompanied by good old-fashioned comfort food. Be sure to try our fish and chips--they are the best you'll find the side of the Atlantic!
Maison Marcel is a French bakery located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, offering a healthy menu with the freshest ingredients, in addition to the signature artisanal pastries by our Maître Boulanger from France.
Small storefront with few tables offering a rotating selection of a dozen homemade soups every day.
The first Lakeview location of this Chicago mini chain features the same familiar, popular formula of classic steamed bao buns, potstickers, housemade ginger ales, salads, rice bowls, and more.
Giuseppe Scurato moves his authentic Italian-focused eatery to Lakeview from Uptown.
El Nuevo Mexicano is Chicago’s spot to find a mix of traditional and creative Mexican dishes. We offer authentic options such as homemade Poblano Mole Enchiladas, Chipotle Carnitas, and Carne Sada en Salsa Molcajete.
Counter-service Korean restaurant specializing in fried chicken. Also serving burritos, steak and vegetable bowls, kimchee and much more (delivery available).
Family-owned American diner with breakfast fare, milkshakes and more.
Salads, burgers & other pub grub in a space with TVs often playing Michigan sports events.
Local fixture since 1933, this cash-only bar offers a huge beer selection, free popcorn & a jukebox.
TimeLine Theatre Company presents stories inspired by history that connect with today’s social and political issues. Our collaborative artistic team produces provocative theatre and educational programs that engage, entertain and enlighten.
Literary-themed upscale Irish pub with leather banquettes, extensive beer list & American bar fare.
Fancy Plants Café is living proof that vegetarian restaurants have come a long way in the past few years; from drab restaurants serving brown rice with everything, they’ve become worthy destinations, offering finessed, finely tuned veg-forward offerings, many times with a fine-dining attention to detail.
Chicago-style stuffed-crust pizza is the draw at this chain also offering thin-crust pies & pastas.
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 and cheeses, a walk-in humidor, a wine cellar and storage services.
Jewish deli/diner with an extensive menu that includes faves like bagels, blintzes & matzo balls.
Choose from a dozen daily soups, such as beef stew, lobster bisque and New England clam chowder, as well as salads like Caesar, apple berry and Greek, and, in summer, gelato. Check the website for the day's offerings.
Named for their signature "Chubby" 1/4-pound wieners, Flub a Dub Chub's gets quite a bit of attention for burgers, as well.
Opened in August 2009, this cozy restaurant concentrates on Mexican small plates and seasonal entrees made from sustainable ingredients. Look for dishes like roasted leg of lamb in a rustic sauce of mulato chiles, bitter chocolate and sesame seeds, and grilled, herb-marinated whole game hen with charred tomato molcajete salsa, blackened knob onions and pot beans.
