- 150 N. Dearborn St., The Loop
This classic American prime steak and seafood restaurant draws a big pre- and post-theatre crowd thanks to its location in the building housing the Goodman Thea... READ MORE
This classic American prime steak and seafood restaurant draws a big pre- and post-theatre crowd thanks to its location in the building housing the Goodman Thea... READ MORE
Rudy Malnati (brother of Lou) is behind this mini chain (there is a second location in the Gold Coast and a new location opening in late summer in Glenview). Ru... READ MORE
Located in the Palmer House Hilton, this farm-to-table-inspired restaurant's menu changes with the seasons, serving dishes like maple-glazed pork belly, scallop... READ MORE
Tony Mantuano, chef-partner at Levy Restaurant's acclaimed Cafe Spiaggia, is at the helm of this 160-seat lunch-centric restaurant in the Renzo Piano-designed M... READ MORE
Mediterranean dishes with Italian flare along with wines from around the world are the main attractions at this Rhapsody replacement in the cultural district. C... READ MORE
Before there was a term for it, this Loop spot with five other locations throughout the city already had perfected "fast casual" dining, serving breakfast, pa... READ MORE
This classy breakfast, lunch and dinner spot adjacent to the style-conscious Hotel Allegro features a solidly Italian menu from executive chef Luca Corazzina. L... READ MORE
This well-known Loop Italian spot (with sister locations in the West Loop and Lincoln Park) offers what it calls America's first "heart healthy" pizza (a spina... READ MORE
Located one floor below street level, Trattoria No. 10 offers contemporary Italian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. Romantic lighting makes the place a cozy re... READ MORE
Venice Cafe used to be located across the River, but in 2006 moved to this space in the lower level of the Sears Tower. It's long established fanbase followed, ... READ MORE
Named after the National Treasury of England, this Loop staple (originally modeled after a classic English pub) has been serving Chicagoland since the late 1960... READ MORE
This cafeteria-style eatery, located in the AT&T/USG corporate building, is an elegant version of fast-food dining, with fresh flowers at each table and other a... READ MORE
Sopraffina offers fast food with a twist--good quality, freshly prepared. Both a market and a cafe, the menu includes offerings of antipasti, pizza, salads, pas... READ MORE
Executive chef Dean Zanella, who previously helmed the kitchen at 312 and Al Dino's, has crafted a menu featuring fresh Italian flavors and local, seasonal ingr... READ MORE
Lively looks and fine classic dishes make this Loop eatery one of the city's best Italians. Chef Drue Kennedy updates standard dishes with exotic ingredients an... READ MORE
This Loop Tuscany location offers two distinctly different dining experiences. At lunch, corporate types from nearby office buildings nosh on the eatery's made-... READ MORE
Lunch out at this downtown pub where the steaks are cheap, the atmosphere is notoriously "Cheers"-like and the regulars include everyone from attorneys to city... READ MORE
This popular Italian restaurant, part of the trio of Italian Village restaurants, focuses on seafood, but also offers traditional favorites. The dining room is ... READ MORE
The most affordable of the trio of Italian Village restaurants features a 100-item northern Italian menu and cozy casual red-checkered tablecloth decor. READ MORE
Sopraffina offers fast food with a twist--good quality, freshly prepared. Both a market and a cafe, the menu includes offerings of antipasti, pizza, salads, pas... READ MORE