Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near Monument to the Great Northern Migration

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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.

Kung Fu Tea

Bubble tea culture takes the stage at this bubbly, energetic, and colorful Chinatown tea cafe.

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.

Connie's Pizza - McCormick Place

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cai

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

Moon Palace Restaurant

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

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.

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.

Reggie's Music Joint

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

Ahjoomah's Apron

The authentic Korean restaurant is the only of its kind in Chinatown. Ahjoomah's Apron specializes in traditional Korean cuisine, including bulgogi (Korean barbecue), bibimbap (rice with vegetables), and a number of Korean stews and soups.

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.

Phoenix Restaurant

Celebrated for its dim sum, dumplings and other little dishes, served from carts in the mornings, Phoenix also serves Cantonese favorites for dinner. Expect long lines on weekend mornings.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings

Better known as QXY for loyal fans, Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings is one of the more popular dumpling shops in Chicago. It's located in Chinatown, and most fans love the restaurant for its varied menu of house-made dumplings, barbecue and tea drinks.

Café Bionda

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

Strings Ramen

Strings Ramen Shop -- the first of its kind in Chicago, brings a piece of authentic Japanese culture and culinary tradition to the heart of Chicago.

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.

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.

Yassa African Restaurant