Suggestions for New American Restaurant near Chicago

Ashley S. • January 22, 2015Love the minimal design. Must have bacon-wrapped dates! Open late - great date spot.

Tasting Table • June 21, 2012You must try the Dante's Paradise, a combination of Aperol, Cocchi Americano, Stiegl, grapefruit and a mezcal. Pair the drink with a springy plate of English pea agnolotti with truffle vinaigrette:

Temple S. • December 23, 2012Love sitting at the bar and chatting with the friendly waitstaff. Very comfortable atmosphere.

Jack V. • December 29, 2020Great COVID patio. Safe distances and warm. Veggie sides and pasta were amazing. Will be getting the fusilli again.

Kelly S. • July 29, 2017Get the French onion dip and summer punch and sit on the patio. Great new neighborhood spot with delicious pastas.

Josh W. • February 7, 2015I alternated between the braised pot roast/egg sandwich & fluffy lemon pancakes. Great sweet and savory combination. Washed it all down with the blueberry Tom Collins cocktail. All delicious 👍.

T H. • September 9, 2018Great new spot. Cool lighting and open space. Food was fresh and interesting and delicious. Great options for plant-based, vegan and vegetarians.

Chicago magazine • April 16, 2012Highlights include a creamy pork liver mousseline, perfectly cooked black olive mezzaluna stuffed with puréed summer squash, and grilled baby octopus with serrano and pistachio.

Phil W. • December 14, 2017The chef’s menu is the way to go. Something like 8-10 dishes + dessert makes for an amazing selection from one of the best kitchens in Chicago.

C R. • September 7, 2016This Beatrix is located on the hospital campus but still serves up some of the yummiest brunch dishes around. The fresh juice blends and fun coffee drinks are worth splurging. Reservations preferred.

Marie L. • May 28, 2023Visited for brunch. Lots of fresh and healthy options to start the day. Laidback atmosphere, good mix of families and friend groups. Snag a table on the patio.

Redeye Chicago • August 3, 2014Chef Giuseppe Tentori changes the contemporary American menu every couple of weeks, but you can always count on your meal being prepared with locally sourced, seasonal produce.

Zeke F. • July 20, 2017Amazingly fresh ingredients! The tasting menu is the way to go, but if you see an entree you like you can add it in.

Kindall H. • November 9, 2016Chic atmosphere welcoming everyone at any age. The food is simple yet superb and the cocktail menu is simple yet sofisticado. Not to mention the spectacular view at this rooftop.

Rui L. • April 27, 2013One of the top three meals I've had in the past two years!! This isn't your typical Michelin star restaurant! Awesome food and chefs :)

Steffen B. • January 4, 2019Every dish we had was splendid and interesting. Wines excellent and cocktails with a certain twist. Overall at 1star level.

Tablet Hotels • March 6, 2013This fabulous lounge has great decor, a beautiful terrace, amazing music, fine cigars, and delicious sushi. What else do you need?

Sarah R. • March 28, 2017Absolutely obsessed with this place! Everything is so fresh and healthy. Lunch standouts: charred cauliflower appetizer, fish tacos and grilled chicken salad. Sweet potato pie for dessert. Open B/L/D.

Chicago Tribune • August 30, 2016This German gem offers hearty favorites, including a fantastic, freshly made pretzel. The front room is tightly packed, but the back patio is a beautiful, secluded retreat.

Jon B. • April 8, 2023Ambiance was excellent, cocktails were tasty, and the burger. Damn that burger. One of the best in Chicago!

Chicagoist • June 21, 2016An outdoor bar makes casual, bi-level The Dawson a go-to among al fresco enthusiasts, the wisest of whom snag shotcicles and frozen mai tais to accompany their burgers and chicken-fried lobster.

Dustin M. • December 20, 2015Phenomenal restaurant for any special occasion. One of the best places in Chicago. Be sure to get a table in the front room overlooking the pond.

Chicago magazine • April 9, 2012Try the miraculous chestnut soup with white Alba mushrooms and truffle essence and the impeccable Angus beef with goosefoot greens, cumin, shallot jus, and ingenious variations on heirloom carrots.

Andy N. • February 2, 2017The lamb dish was incredible (highly recommend medium rare)! Everything else I tried was delicious. I also recommend the brussel sprouts and umami doughnuts. My only complaint was slow service.

Time Out Chicago • April 17, 2012After the nervous drive to this BYOB, you see Talbott, the relaxed, warm host/waiter/sommelier. He learns your name, attends to your wine and sets the tone that makes dining a one-of-a-kind experience

Sarah R. • August 11, 2017The chicken is amazing!! Also, Aged cheddar rillettes, spicy cucumber salad. You cannot go wrong. Snag a seat at the Hearth!!

Patrick F. • December 24, 2014One of my favorite spots in Chicago. Great sushi and saké. Great service and an excellent atmosphere. A must visit in Chicago.

AskMen • February 10, 2011V-Day Dinner at Vincent - Make a reservation for V Day & drop in for a 5-course prix fixe menu ($95/couple) that includes oysters, foie gras, apple salad, pork loin, & chocolate peanut butter mousse.

Bianca • May 31, 2019Lovely hidden patio in the middle of the city. Wide selection of wines. Catch of the day was good. Perfect for a business lunch.

Janet J. • June 7, 2010a classic Bombay sapphire martini comes in a classic coupe. and it is simply delicious.