Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near Mad River Bar and Grille restaurant

Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba

It’s been about 35 years since Café Ba-Ba-Reeba opened in Chicago and in doing so kicked off the tapas trend that’s become common in many restaurants, some of which are not even Spanish. Now, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba is opening a little further north, serving another community with the Spanish food that goes way beyond the tapas the Café helped popularize.

Select Cut Steakhouse

Family-friendly and family-operated since 1994, this casual steakhouse offers downtown-quality steaks at affordable neighborhood prices, plus ribs, seafood and highly lauded burgers.

Fish Bar

The guys behind DMK Burger Bar have opened a seafood-focused eatery adjacent to DMK. The market-price Maine lobster roll and oyster po' boy sandwich are the stars of the menu at Fish Bar.

Kirkwood Bar & Grill

Wood-accented sports bar draws Indiana & Nebraska college fans for beers, games & American eats.

Jake's Pub

Local fixture since 1933, this cash-only bar offers a huge beer selection, free popcorn & a jukebox.

Parrots Bar and Grill

Modest watering hole offering American bites such as burgers & wings, plus a full bar, darts & pool.

Matilda

Bar & restaurant serving New American pub grub made from scratch along with beer, wine & cocktails.

Satay Restaurant

Thai Restaurant · Sushi Restaurant · Asian Fusion Restaurant

DMK Burger Bar

Michael Kornick and David Morton's eco-friendly eatery features a number of chef-driven burgers made with grass-fed beef, naturally raised turkey and veggie patties promising to actually taste good.

Batter & Berries

Pro tip if you're planning to check out this popular Lincoln Park brunch, lunch and breakfast nook: Don't go if you're on a diet.

Delilah's

You'll find no average white bands booming from the speakers of this unassuming watering hole that's famous for the largest bourbon selection in the Midwest.

Pat's Pizza

"It was originally established in 1950 at 3114 N. Sheffield Ave. by my father, Nick Pianetto, Sr. My name is Nick. My son's name is Nick. My nephew's name is Nick. My grandson's name is Nick. My nephew's son's name is Nick, and my dog's name is Nikko."

The Clark Street Dog

Since 1977, the Velliotis family has been serving the Chicagoland area delicious Chicago-style food and drink. The restaurant has become known for Vienna Beef hot dogs including the signature Clark Street Dog, a play on the Chicago Dog with mustard, onion, relish, tomato, pickle, and sport peppers.

Nori Sushi

Fresh. From the whole fish in the morning’s delivery presented on your plate as lunchtime sashimi, to the bounty from the local market tangled in seasoned noodles for a vegetarian dinner, passion and teamwork combine for perfection on your plate.

Trinity Bar

Trinity Bar is not your average bar. Rather, it's an Irish-accented dining and drinking den in Lakeview with an elevated approach to food and cocktails. The former can largely be attested to Mike Sheerin, the acclaimed local chef who came aboard to revamp the storied bar.

Binny's Beverage Depot - Lakeview

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.

George Street Pub

Vintage tavern featuring seafood, burgers & bar food plus over 50 craft brews & a beer garden.

Headquarters Beercade

Durkin's Tavern

There's nothing fancy about Durkin's, but neighborhood types like it for its laid-back energy and comfortable setting.

Paddy Longs

We feature a full menu every day of the week for lunch and dinner, and we offer brunch every weekend. Open our Paddy Long’s Menu or check out our full menu here.

Mad River Bar and Grille

Massive, modern sports bar with multiple bars, booths, patio, TVs & basic American bar food.

Barcocina

Barcocina fuses traditional Mexican cuisine and various multicultural cooking techniques into Mexican inspired fare. Our fresh ingredients and three distinct beverage categories will let out your sweet, smoky and spicy side while you drink to the joys of life.