Restaurants
Arun’s has been called the finest Thai restaurant in the
city and possibly the country too. Dinner is an ever-changing
fixed-price menu comprising of a gourmet banquet of 12 exquisitely
presented courses that puts the efforts of other Thai kitchens to
shame. A special menu can be designed to suit individual tastes on
calling ahead. The culinary experience is complemented by
traditional Thai décor and displayed artwork. Reservations are
required with a credit card. Closed Monday. Dinner only.
Address: 4156 North Kedzie Avenue, Irving Park (North Side)
E-mail: info@arunsthai.com
Telephone: (773) 539 1909
Charlie Trotter’s |
$$$$$ | International |
Namesake of celebrity chef Charlie Trotter, this multi-award
winning restaurant is regarded as one of the world's finest
restaurants, producing haute cuisine that is highly original and
inspired by subtle European and Asian influences. Trotter prides
himself on the ability to combine foodstuffs and unusual flavour
sensations in an unparalleled way and prepares his menus daily from
the best of what is available seasonally. The Charlie Trotter's
dining experience is through three fixed-price multi-course tasting
menus: the Grand menu, which combines seafood, meat and grains, the
Vegetable Menu and the Kitchen Table Menu. Advance reservations
essential. Closed Sunday and Monday. Dinner only. Jacket
required.
Address: 816 West Armitage Avenue, Lincoln Park
E-mail: info@charlietrotters.com
Telephone: (773) 248 6228
Towering above the city with commanding views from the 40th
floor, Everest is one of the city's premiere French dining rooms
offering the world-renowned cuisine created by Alsatian chef Jean
Joho. His distinctive style is a blend of 'noble' and 'simple'
ingredients for unusual flavour combinations, such as caviar or
foie gras with potatoes or cabbage, drawing inspiration from the
cookery of his native Alsace. Everest includes classics like
lobster and lamb, as well as a vegetarian menu, and some creative
desserts. Closed Sunday and Monday. Dinner only. Reservations
required.
Address: 440 South LaSalle Street, 40th Floor, One Financial Plaza building (The Loop)
E-mail: everest@leye.com
Telephone: (312) 663 8920
The black and white interior splashed by the colour of carefully
chosen artwork provides a minimalist yet elegant setting for the
prestigious patrons of Tru and its superb progressive French
cuisine. The menu is divided into several fixed-price options
ranging from three courses to a variety of multi-course
'collections' that showcase the creativity of the chefs. Excellent
service, exquisite presentation and award-winning desserts
compliment the dining experience. Closed Sunday. Dinner only.
Reservations essential and jackets required.
Address: 676 North St Clair Street (Near North)
Telephone: (312) 202 0001
Morton’s of Chicago |
$$$$$ | American |
King of the Chicago-style steakhouses, Morton's on North State
is the original restaurant and upholds it reputation against stiff
competition with huge succulent steaks cooked to perfection. It is
famous for its signature tableside menu presentation, where a
trolley is rolled out containing main course selections that are
described in appetising detail by the server. The menu features a
variety of cuts, including the house speciality, the 24-ounce
(680g) porterhouse steak, as well as fresh fish, lobster, veal and
chicken. Open daily for dinner. Reservations recommended.
Address: 1050 North State Street (River North)
Telephone: (312) 266 4820
Frontera Grill/Topolobampo |
$$$$$ |
The award-winning husband and wife team Rick and Deann Bayless
serve authentic Mexican cuisine recreated from recipes gathered
from across the border in both the casual Frontera Grill and in the
adjoining, classier fine-dining Topolobampo. Frontera is brightly
coloured and vibrant, with a changing menu based on Mexican home
cooking. Topolobampo offers a luxury menu composed of pricier
ingredients, including wild game and regional specialities. Open
for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Frontera accepts
reservations for parties of five or more only; otherwise the
waitlist can be very long. Reservations are accepted, and are
recommended at Topolobampo.
Address: 445 North Clark Street (Near North)
E-mail: managingchef@fronteragrill.net
Telephone: (312) 661 1434
Trattoria No.10 |
$$$$$ | Italian |
Arched doorways, burnt orange tones, murals and terracotta
floors give this basement restaurant considerable Italian charm
that is elegant and welcoming. The contemporary Italian fare
includes a variety of interesting pasta dishes as well as fresh
fish, meat and seafood dishes and risottos. The restaurant's
speciality though is its handmade ravioli that comes with many
seasonal fillings, including the exceptional butternut and acorn
squash topped with walnut sauce. Lunch Monday to Friday and dinner
Monday to Saturday. Reservations recommended.
Address: 10 North Dearborn Street (The Loop)
E-mail: info@trattoriaten.com
Telephone: (312) 984 1718
Blackbird |
$$$$$ | American |
Chicago's chicest diners and celebrity clientele flock to this
sought after, relatively recent addition to the West's 'Restaurant
Row', where the smart minimalist interior is the perfect backing to
the ornate food presentation and creative renditions of
French-influenced contemporary American food. The seasonal menu is
creative yet simple. Closed Sunday. No lunch Saturday. Reservations
recommended.
Address: 619 West Randolph Street (West Loop)
Telephone: (312) 715 0708
Mirai Sushi |
$$$$$ | Japanese |
Top-quality sushi and sashimi dishes are to be found in this
funky-hip eatery that exudes a youthful ambience. Fresh fish is
flown in daily for the sushi bar where several inventive chefs whip
up a list of delicious offerings to order. Upstairs the futuristic
saké lounge is the city's hippest place to sip saké
or vodka with passion fruit. Dinner daily. Reservations
recommended.
Address: 2020 West Division Street, Wicker Park
Telephone: (773) 862 8500
North Pond |
$$$$$ | Modern Eclectic |
Claiming one of the prettiest settings in the city, North Pond
is situated within the famous Lincoln Park, in a building that was
originally an ice skaters warming house, overlooking Chicago's
skyline. In keeping with the natural setting, chef Bruce Sherman
emphasises organic produce and simple but delicious seasonal
cuisine. The wine list focuses on boutique vintners. Dinner Tuesday
to Sunday, lunch Tuesday to Friday (June to September), brunch on
Sundays. Reservations recommended. Jacket and tie recommended for
dinner.
Address: 2610 North Cannon Drive, Lincoln Park
Telephone: (773) 477 5845
Uno Chicago Grill |
$$$$$ | Italian |
Pizzeria Uno is famous for its original Deep Dish Pizza, a
pie-like crust stuffed with meat and fresh vegetables and cheese.
This Chicago-style pizza originated at Pizzeria Uno in 1943 and
both locals and out-of-towners pack into the panelled rooms for a
filling meal. As a result there is often a wait, but regulars
maintain it is more than worth it. Open from 11am daily.
Address: 29 E Ohio Street
Telephone: (312) 321 1000
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