Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 3155 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60616

35th Street Red Hots

Hand-cut fries served on top of natural casing hot dogs are the big draw at this little spot near U.S. Cellular Field, but they also also offer fried shrimp and Italian lemonade.

Renaissance Bronzeville

Half sports bar/half entertainment venue, Renaissance Bronzeville was previously the Jokes N Notes comedy club before it merged into this establishment in late 2016. It attracts a mostly neighborhood crowd who likely visit after dining at one of the nearby restaurants.

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.

Goree Cuisine

The authentic Senegalese eatery is open daily and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in its South Side establishment. Goree Cuisine showcases the best of the West African country's fare, which includes lots of seafood.

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.

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.

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.

Yassa African Restaurant

Rocky's

Game’s on! Chicago’s Sports Restaurant located a few blocks north of Sox field. Book your party with Fatfish. Packages to fit all your needs.

Nicky's Gyros

Chicago-style fast food.Classic fast-food place offering gyros, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, hot dogs, milkshakes & more.

Connie's Pizza - McCormick Place

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

Chicago’s Home of Chicken and Waffles - Bronzeville

Patterned after Los Angeles' famed Roscoe's, this Bronzeville spot has made a name for itself for its signature fried chicken served with waffles.

Evergreen

Cantonese Restaurant · Dim Sum Restaurant · Family Style Restaurant

Café Bionda

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

Norman's Bistro

You'll find a host of house-made dishes on the menu at this Bronzeville restaurant specializing in Southern and South American cuisine. Signature items include shrimp and lobster pot pie, Turducken Chili Mac and a baby back ribs platter.

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.

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.

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.

Reggie's Music Joint

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

Two Fish

Seafood boils had been trending for a couple of years before Yasmin Curtis decided to throw her hat into the pot with Two Fish. Located in Bronzeville, the tiny BYOB spices up the concept with original "secret" seasonings, a soulful approach and lines out the door every weekend.

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.

Cork & Kerry at the Park

The second location of this Irish bar is near U.S. Cellular Field, with White Sox games playing a prominent role on the menu: On home game days, the "Visitors" side of the menu features food inspired by that team's ballpark, like Philly cheese steak for

Just Turkey - Kenwood

Casual counter-serve space, part of a small chain, serving turkey-based burgers, "ribs" & barbecue.

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.

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.

Pearl's Place

White-tablecloth restaurant serving Southern/soul food classics such as fried chicken & catfish.

Southtown Sub

This late-night Brozeville carry-out spot offers a variety of sub sandwiches, plus gyros, hot dogs, burgers, chicken wings and more till the wee-hours. No seating.

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.

Franco's Ristorante

Franco's Ristorante is the perfect combination of traditional Italian classics and your favorite modern pasta dishes. Family owned and operated, we’ve called Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood home since 1989.