Suggestions for New American Restaurant near Downtown Chicago, Chicago

Michael B. • January 28, 2017Expansive bar - great space - perfect for a drink and an app.. Parking Validation for the garage too!!

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.

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 :)

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.

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.

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.

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!!

mary • March 11, 2016A fave spot in the city! When I'm in the neighborhood, I make a point to stop and get my fave —roasted beet & farro salad. 👍🏻 if you've never thought you would get full from a salad, think again!

Jordi F. • January 21, 2016All the dishes are amazingly crafted & presented - but the ones I really enjoyed were: #1 Jamón Serrano + cheese piece of bread, #2 the oysters & #3 the chocolate + marshmallows + ice cream desert :-)

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.

Dane D. • September 2, 2018Everything I had was delicious. Definitely get the fire-baked focaccia with ricotta-honey & truffle. Wild mushroom pizza was tasty as was the cavatelli bolognese. Etta-Rita is tasty too! Loved it all!

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

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 👍.

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.

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

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.

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?

On the Grid • November 21, 2016Located above Roots Pizza, it truly is a respite from the big-screen TVs and carb overloads to be had downstairs. The ever-changing menu always offers some unexpected pleasures.

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

Rick D. • August 27, 2019Awesome place get the wine flight and get more of your favorite!

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.

Christopher F. • November 24, 2014The Allium Bar offers the best of a classic bar with a contemporary flair. The Manhattan is hard to beat there. Try the Lavage if you're looking for a light snack.

Alison • March 11, 2022Love their happy hour. Nice casual hangout

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.

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.

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.

Naywri W. • September 16, 2017This is another one by Four Corners Tavern Group. I started out with a Caesar Salad. It had potato chips in there. It was very good. 

A.J. B. • May 5, 2019Floral Shop x Speakeasy Cocktail Lounge “mash up!” Oh, and they serve brunch, and dinner, too.