Chicago has tons of options, don't end up somewhere you won't love. This list gives you fancy to affordable resturaunts that never let me down!
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River North Area
Gold Coast Area
The Loop
The West Loop
Streeterville Area
River North Area
Unlimited food and drink for a great price and tons of options.
AMBAR Restaurant, Chicago
Great atmosphere and amazing food. Sit at the bar and watch the chefs make dish after dish.
The Purple Pig Restaurant
The absolute best steak in Chicago.
Chicago Chop House
Great fish dishes, sushi and more! Ask for a table overlooking Michigan Ave.
The Evie
Love Doc B's great for the whole family and close to the Mag Mile!
Doc B's Restaurant (River North)
Italian with a twist, make a reservation for the loft!
Ummo Chicago
Best Italian with a GREAT Atmosphere
Il Porcellino
Want a quick slice? This is your spot!
Dough Bros Pizzeria & Sub Shop
Best sports bar in the city. Come for any game. You'll get great food and good vibes.
Theory
Go here for great seafood. There is a main dining room with a more upscale vibe but they also have a bar with casual tables.
Shaw's Crab House
Think upscale mediterranean with great fish and meat options like kafta and kebabs.
Ema
This OG burger joint is my go-to for a quick burger or an inexpensive breakfast, they have a great bacon egg and cheese.
Billy Goat Tavern (The Original)
This place is great for summertime chi! I love the fish tacos but the whole menu is delicious.
RPM Seafood
You'll be luckly to get a reservation here but if you can snag it. They have great Italian favorites and the view is stunning.
Pizzeria Portofino
My favorite dish here is the skillet Mac N Cheese paired with the strip steak. But if you go for breakfast get the sticky toffee french toast. You can't go wrong at this spot!
The Smith
Authentic Mexican flavors by Chef Rick Bayless.
Frontera Grill
Gold Coast Area
Upscale southern cuisine, from Oprah's former chef! Get the Mac N Cheese.
Blue Door Kitchen & Garden
Hear me out there may be a line for this breakfast spot but the wait won't be long it moves fast!
Sunny Side Up
Come for BRUNCH! The drinks are great and the food is even better. Plus the service is phenomenal.
Alpana
The Loop
Great fish and chips!
The Dearborn
Headed to see a show? This is right in the Theater district!
Petterinos
The ambiance here is 10/10 and the brunch is amazing. Right off the Mag Mile near The Bean you need to make a pit stop along the way.
The Gage
The West Loop
The ambiance, the food, everything here is so amazing. My favorite is the short rib dish!
HIDE+SEEK - Creative American Restaurant
Want good BBQ this counter-serve spot is for you!
Green Street Smoked Meats
Streeterville Area
Next time you head to Navy Pier you NEED to get an THE original rainbow cone!
The Original Rainbow Cone
This is a GREAT place for kids! American classics in a diner atmosphere. Get ready for music, comedy and grumpy wait staff just for fun.
Ed Debevic's
On your way to the lake make a stop here! They've got a great selection of bakery items, lattes and more. Or sit down in the dinning section for a wonderful meal!
