Some of the best food Chicago has to offer! I love this city because it has such a wide range of cuisines to choose from. This list contains restaurants ranging from hole-in-the-wall to dress code required, and everything in between. I have taken lov...
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There's a reason this place was voted best pizza in the country!! Both the deep dish and my favorite, thin crust, pizzas are to die for
Pequods Pizza
My all-time favorite restaurant in the city, and overall and cuisine (Spanish tapas). Don't skip the vegetable paella, bacon-wrapped dates, or patatas bravas!
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Favorite Greek spot! The saganaki and gyro meet are sooo good
Athena Greek Restaurant
Can't go wrong with Avli for Greek food either, and they have several locations! Each menu is very similar but distinct, so check out all of them to get a little taste of each!
Avli On The Park
My favorite hole-in-the-wall Mexican place - absolutely love their flautas!!
El Milagro Tortilla
Seriously the best burger I've ever had. But be prepared to wait several hours as they do not take reservations. It's a good idea to go bar hopping or maybe grab an appetizer at the many restaurants and bars on that street, but trust me - that burger...
Au Cheval
A hidden pizza gem and home of my favorite thin crust pizza
Pat's Pizza
Another great spot for thin crust, and I love their patio when it's warm out!
Flo & Santos
No Chicago restaurant list would be complete without Lou Malnati's <3
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
Another great tapas spot with an awesome happy hour deal - check it out!
Tapas Valencia
Hands down one the best meals I've ever had. Went to restaurant week there and got a taste of appetizers, entrees, and dessert. All fantastic!
Aba
A really nice and lowkey date night spot - can easily share several plates together. The drinks, gnocchi, burger, and key lime pie were incredible. I believe they do change up their menu from time to time
Oliver’s
Another excellent option for Mexican food - with some good happy hour deals as well!
Señoritas Cantina
An old firehouse turned into a delicious steakhouse! If you're looking for a nicer/fancier dinner out, this is a great option
The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
Another upscale option. Still thinking about the short rib and turtle pie I had from here!
Tortoise Supper Club
A more relaxed but still nice dinner date spot - don't leave without the “Oh my, caramel pie”!
Beatrix - River North
Cafe baba reeba's little sister - most of the original's menu, however, not featuring the paella
Lil' Ba-ba-reeba!
My go-to recommendation for Italian food - if you like meatballs, you have to try them here!
Sapori Trattoria
Good italian food in the heart of downtown!
Quartino Ristorante
Love this Mexican restaurant both for the food and the space! The patio is awesome
Pilsen Yards
Whether it's brunch or dinner, you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu at Etta!
Etta (Bucktown)
More casual pizza spot (not Chicago pizza), good for large groups
Parlor Pizza – Parlor Pizza Bar, West Loop, Wicker ... - Chicago
Easily the best dumplings I've had outside of the dumplings in South Korea…that's a story and recommendation for another time :) for now, don't sleep on QXY in Chinatown!!
Qing Xiang Yuan Dumplings
Obsessed with their Korean fried chicken. A casual, quick meal that never disappoints (and they ALWAYS give me extra chicken)
Crisp
It's been months since I've been here but still thinking about the vodka sauce pizza I had. It may not be Chicago pizza, but I sure am glad we have it here.
Professor Pizza
This place is a little out of the way for me, but the trip up to Joy's is always worth it. Love their curries and pad see ew, and the service is awesome
Joy's Noodles & Rice
The best ramen I've had in the city! Was ordering the tonkotsu ramen on repeat this past winter
RAMEN-SAN
Went here for my birthday dinner and it did not disappoint! Go here if you want to splurge on a meal and not regret one bit of it :)
Duck Duck Goat | Inspired-Chinese American Cuisine | West ...
The truffle malfadine pasta was superb!! Delicious drinks here as well
Trivoli Tavern
The bread and honey from here has my heart. Love this place for girl's night or a date night out!
Alla Vita
The cacio e pepe here is phenomenal!
Bar Siena
Came here for brunch and would love to go back! I'm a big fan of sharing small plates, so this place is a nice option if you like that too
Ema
Not only is a stunningly beautiful space along the Chicago river, the food cannot be beat. Go here if you love Mediterranean food with a modern twist - but be sure to make a reservation far in advance, especially on the weekends
Beatnik On The River
Can you tell I love pizza?! It's incredible here, and you cannot beat the views along the river. You will need a reservation well in advance though- that's how coveted this place is!
Pizzeria Portofino
A casual and more Americanized taco spot with some good happy hour deals
