Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near Old Colony Building

Pops for Champagne

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Sofi Restaurant

This Northern Italian Restaurant features classics that include, Ossobuco alla Milanese, Braised Short Ribs of Beef, Veal Chop "Emiliana", Fish Stew Viareggina, along with Steaks, Lamb Chops and grilled Sea Bass Branzino, all of which are executed to perfection under his watchful eye.

Taureaux Tavern

Cochon Volant Brasserie's owners, Well Done Hospitality, opens a second French-focused restaurant in the Loop.

Gino's East Sports Bar

The family behind the iconic local pizza chain opens its first upscale sports lounge featuring classic deep-dish 'za as well as savory gourmet pies.

Exchequer Restaurant & Pub

Welcome to the Exchequer Restaurant & Pub. Our family owned-and-operated restaurant has been serving delicious food in the downtown Chicago Loop since 1969. Along with our award-winning Chicago-style deep dish pizza and baby back ribs, our menu features steaks, chops, fresh seafood, and a variety of super salads and sandwiches.

Epic Burger

Part of a local fast-service chain that uses natural & organic ingredients in its burgers & shakes.

Ceres Cafe

Conveniently located in the North lobby of the Historic Chicago Board of Trade Building, Ceres Café is owned and operated by restaurateurs celebrating their fifth generation of restaurant ownership in Chicago. Dedicated, since 1967, to bringing the freshest ingredients possible to the financial district. Ceres teams up with locally sourced suppliers that grow produce for our famous soups, tossed to order salads, and daily specials.

Halsted Street Deli - Chicago Board Options Exchange

Deli sandwiches, salads, gourmet coffee and fresh juices feature at this lunch spot, part of a large local chain.

Elephant & Castle - West Adams

Casual pub gets a rowdy crowd, especially during soccer season.

Berghoff Restaurant

Thousands of Chicagoans stood in line in cold winter weather for a final goodbye after the Berghoff family announced its 107-year-old restaurant would close in February 2006.

Auditorium Theatre

Designed by Ferdinand Peck, Louis Sullivan and Dankmar Adler, the Auditorium Theatre opened in 1889 and was immediately acclaimed as one of the most beautiful and functional theaters in the world. Today, the 3,877-seat theater hosts a variety of music, dance and theatrical events.

Amarit Thai Restaurant

A popular destination for Printers Row workers, especially at lunch, Amarit serves Thai and pan-Asian fare.

Cafecito

Cuban Restaurant · Coffee Shop

Garrett Popcorn Shop (Jackson)

Garrett Popcorn is handmade throughout the day in old-fashioned Copper Kettles using only the highest-quality ingredients.

Brando's Speakeasy

Hidden little bar in the South Loop specializes in deejays spinning deep house and soul. Also, daily drink specials.

Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near Old Colony Building

Pops for Champagne

Marchesa

Adorn

Margeaux Brasserie

avec River North

Pizzeria Due

Holu

Lure Fishbar

Omakase Yume

Portillo's Hot Dogs / Barnelli's Pasta Bowl

Bar Goa

Alinea

avec

Le Colonial - Chicago

Momotaro

Piccolo Sogno

Sofi Restaurant

Taureaux Tavern

Gino's East Sports Bar

Exchequer Restaurant & Pub

Epic Burger

Ceres Cafe

Halsted Street Deli - Chicago Board Options Exchange

Elephant & Castle - West Adams

Berghoff Restaurant

Auditorium Theatre

Amarit Thai Restaurant

Cafecito

Garrett Popcorn Shop (Jackson)

Brando's Speakeasy

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