- 100 E. Ontario St., Near North
Lawry's the Prime Rib has occupied this Italian Renaissance-inspired mansion since May 1974. Lawry's offers several dining spaces: the small Edwardian Room, the... READ MORE
Lawry's the Prime Rib has occupied this Italian Renaissance-inspired mansion since May 1974. Lawry's offers several dining spaces: the small Edwardian Room, the... READ MORE
The Ember Grille features an eclectic, contemporary American menu with Mediterranean influences. The dining room has great views of the Chicago River and the ho... READ MORE
Christine Spatara, with husband Anthony and children Anthony Jr. and Licia, has run L'Appetito, an Italian-influenced delicatessen, since 1980. (A second and la... READ MORE
Mr. Kite's moved from 1153 N. State Street to this new location late summer of 2007. Party planners looking for a hoot, take note: Mr. Kite's makes custom fortu... READ MORE
Ramen and sushi are the centerpieces at this Japanese restaurant located in the Tokyo Hotel. READ MORE
This swanky supper club caters to carnivores. The house specialty is a 20-ounce, bone-in Kansas City strip steak. Want an even meatier meal? Choose a 24-ounce p... READ MORE
No, this fast-food restaurant is not named after the popular Cubs slugger. In fact, Sammy's Red Hots has been around since before Sammy Sosa was even born. For ... READ MORE
Named after the old-fashioned potbelly stove that greets its hungry customers, this sub shop is a sandwich factory for take-out eats or sit-down meals. READ MORE
A casual neighborhood pub specializing in traditional American bar cuisine; burgers, salads and homestyle specials such as barbecued ribs and chicken. Desserts ... READ MORE
Bologna natives Luisa Silvia Marani and Giampaolo Sassi, who also own Lincoln Park spot La Salumeria Del Merlo, are behind this Italian restaurant located in a... READ MORE
Chef-partner David D. Digregorio offers seasonal Italian fare prepared with local ingredients at this Lettuce Entertain You spot in River North. Popular pastas ... READ MORE
Oysy (pronounced Oh-EE-she), which means "delicious," is part of the small chain of sushi spots. Look for the same creative menu of inexpensive sushi, tempura a... READ MORE
This casual River North BYOB plays it safe with basic Thai standards. Expect a lineup of familar classics such as tom yum, lard na, pad woon sen and several cur... READ MORE
This casual River North spot offers inexpensive pizza by the slice as well as made-to-order personal pizzas. Toppings range from traditional options such as pep... READ MORE
Mexican street food takes center stage at this quick-service spot from celeb chef Rick Bayless. Though Xoco (pronounced SHO-ko) is a slang term that translates ... READ MORE
For a unique, modern bistro-like experience without the hefty bistro prices, check out this River North restaurant run by the students of Le Cordon Bleu College... READ MORE
This casual, diner-like River North concept from the Rosebud restaurant family aims for a casual European atmosphere with comfort food that pulls together influ... READ MORE
The Ikram cafe, located on the second level of the upscale Gold Coast women's clothing boutique of the same name, serves a frequently changing menu of fresh sal... READ MORE
With a menu designed by celebrity chef Aaron Sanchez, the kitchen turns out regional American dishes like shrimp and grits, blackened chicken tacos, lobster mac... READ MORE
At this swanky Streeterville spot, start with small plates like poutine topped with stout gravy and braised pork belly or lobster quesadillas and move onto the ... READ MORE