Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 640 W. Hubbard Ave., Chicago, IL 60610

avec

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Pops for Champagne

601 N. State St., Chicago, IL 60654

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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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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Adorn

900 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

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.

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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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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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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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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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Galleria Marchetti

Galleria Marchetti is Chicago's premiere special events venue. We host unique and customized weddings, corporate events, fundraisers and social events.

Moneygun

A sketchy corner tavern has been transformed into a craft cocktail crowd pleaser. Moneygun is the first West Loop venture from the 16" On Center group (Dusek's, Empty Bottle, Longman & Eagle, The Promontory), who've made a habit of bringing long-forgotten venues back to life.

Perilla

A recipient of Michelin's 2021 Big Gourmand award for offering "great food at reasonable prices," Perilla presents an array of Korean food and drink, some traditional, others all-American, plenty of meat, and a good number of vegetarian dishes.

Richard's Bar

I local dive bar where everyone is happy

The Dawson

The casual River West restaurant focuses on New American cuisine and cocktails. While The Dawson's menu leans toward more comforting fare, dishes have been elevated to attract its well-heeled neighbors.

East Bank Club: Maxwell's at the Club

You don't have to wonder what it would be like to dine at an exclusive private club. Non-members are welcome to rub elbows with the well-heeled members at this restaurant in the famed East Bank Club.

La Scarola

Classic Italian eatery serving up hefty portions of pastas, hand-made meatballs and more. Even though it's small, it's a hot spot where you're certain to spot a celebrity or two, including politicians, actors and music stars.

Emmit's

There's a lot of history at this long-standing bar that used to cater to the cop crowd. Now it's full of yuppies and neighborhood types.

Duran European Sandwiches Cafe

Jefferson Tap

Patrons can catch all the games at this late-night spot that also features daily food and drink specials.

The Swill Inn

Carnivale

A venue this big, vibrant and full of energy deserves a fitting menu. Carnivale spotlights the cuisine of many countries in South America and there's an exotic cocktail list to complement.

Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near 640 W. Hubbard Ave., Chicago, IL 60610

avec

Le Colonial - Chicago

Pizzeria Due

Marchesa

Bar Goa

Alinea

Portillo's Hot Dogs / Barnelli's Pasta Bowl

Lure Fishbar

Omakase Yume

Holu

Momotaro

Pops for Champagne

avec River North

Adorn

Esme

Armitage Alehouse

Margeaux Brasserie

Piccolo Sogno

Galleria Marchetti

Moneygun

Perilla

Richard's Bar

The Dawson

East Bank Club: Maxwell's at the Club

La Scarola

Emmit's

Duran European Sandwiches Cafe

Jefferson Tap

The Swill Inn

Carnivale

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