Ella Elli is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

1. Ella Elli

9.4
1349 w Cornelia (Southport), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Lakeview · 8 tips and reviews

J.R. R.J.R. Reed: Swanky club vibes inside but a nice patio, too (just watch out for rain drops). Wise selections include cauliflower, beets, lamb, Burrata pizza, & carbonara. Rosemary Gimlet might be the best cocktail

Kate R.Kate Richter: Love the cocktails

Zahra P.Zahra Parnianpour: I’ve been here 3 times and it never fails to impress me, the food is delicious and unique and the setting is minimal and pleasing to the eye

Trivoli Tavern is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

2. Trivoli Tavern

9.3
114 N Green St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · West Town · 2 tips and reviews

Marie L.Marie La Rue: Filet mignon cooked to perfection and excellent sides, order the steamed broccoli. Decor and music are a mood.

Missy S.Missy Smiler: Chicken pot pie

Giant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

3. Giant

9.2
3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Logan Square · 21 tips and reviews

Bhavna K.Bhavna Khurana: Expensive but great for special occasions. We went there to celebrate our anniversary and the staff gave us great personal service and made our day extra special!

MartinMartin: Ribeye w/ Sticky Rice, Peanut, Fresh Herbs and Chili Sauce

MartinMartin: A Little Biscuit w/ Jalapeño Butter

Gather is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

4. Gather

9.0
4539 N Lincoln Ave (btwn Wilson Ave & Sunnyside Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Ravenswood · 42 tips and reviews

David A.David Alexander: Had the Thai curry broccoli, raviolo, steak tartare, pork belly spaghetti, banana cake. Everything was perfect. Go.

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Jacky's Hot Dogs is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

5. Jacky's Hot Dogs

8.7
5415 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · West Elsdon · 12 tips and reviews

John M.John Macaluso: Rib eye steak sandwich is tasty

Brendan K.Brendan Kenny: This place has been around since my dad was in high school. Always a great deal and great food. I've seen numerous Chicago cops eat here, so that definitely adds to this hot dog stands' credibility.

ShannyShanny: Love the BIG BABY  & fish with cheese 

Summer House Santa Monica is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

6. Summer House Santa Monica

8.9
1954 N Halsted St (btwn Armitage Ave & Willow St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · North Side · 134 tips and reviews

Ruthie G.Ruthie G: The banana and blueberry French toast is to die for!

Daniel B.Daniel Braun: Calamari. Very yum. So taste. Wow.

Linda F.Linda Felter: A great place to get that summer vibe during the cold Chicago winters. And fantastic food! The other tips don't steer you wrong. Must haves: calamari & burrata.

Cherry Circle Room is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

7. Cherry Circle Room

8.6
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 45 tips and reviews

ISC C.ISC Chicago: One of the darkest restaurants I’ve been to; love the jazz background music

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: The lack of windows, huge curved wooden bar, slick tufted booths and symbols emblazoned on everything feel like Don Draper’s supper club meets illuminati secret society. Read more.

Mike S.Mike Satinover: Gorgeous space, extremely laid back, with amazing cocktails by Paul McGee. Great approachable but thoughtful menu.

Doc B's Fresh Kitchen River North is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

8. Doc B's Fresh Kitchen River North

8.8
55 E Grand Ave (Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 34 tips and reviews

Rishad T.Rishad Tobaccowala: Order the chicken paillard . It's tasty and healthy ( delicious salad surrounds chicken). Balance it with the fries. They are real good!

Jessica M.Jessica Marhee: The veggie burger was excellent!! The French fries are a must. My boyfriend got the sweet potato fries and I would say pass, they are too thick. Have also ordered kale saad for lunch !!

Ben N.Ben Naidus: Sweet potato fries are the best!

RL Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

9. RL Restaurant

9.2
115 E Chicago Ave (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 115 tips and reviews

Dan V.Dan Verakis: On weekends, try the chicken hash on the brunch menus. It's awesome and big enough for two.

@JessicaLaShawn w.@JessicaLaShawn www.JessicaLaShawn.org: I fell in I've with the lobster bisque

DensDens: If you can find your way to the bathroom without asking for help then you're a smarter man than I.

Marshall's Landing is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

10. Marshall's Landing

8.8
222 Merchandise Mart Plz #225, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 8 tips and reviews

Naywri W.Naywri Wright: I started out with house made chips and they were great. Then I had the ML slider that came with cheese and their house made ketchup. It was very good.

JRyan G.JRyan Gillette: Good menu and friendly staff

Kevin M.Kevin McKay: Artichoke fritters

Ada Street is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

11. Ada Street

9.1
1664 N Ada St (btwn Concord & Wabansia), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Bucktown · 67 tips and reviews

Candice T.Candice Tan: Great service. Got brussel sprout and kale salad from the chef Joanna Stachon. Shrimp cake and chicken tikka masala pie from restaurant week menu inspired by famous concert rider request.

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Renaissance HotelsRenaissance Hotels: There’s no going wrong here: snag a seat in the back and try the grilled octopus with spiced carmellini beans or the incredible polenta fries. For more, follow us on 4sq or at www.renhotels.com. Read more.

Doc B's Fresh Kitchen is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

12. Doc B's Fresh Kitchen

8.8
100 E Walton St (at N Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 85 tips and reviews

StephenStephen: Get the carnitas sandwich, cream of chicken soup and gelato cookie sandwich! Happy hour 4-6 M-F $5 all wines (minus bubbles). Great cocktails - love the spicy one with basil.

Christine H.Christine Hong: Nice relaxed atmosphere and GREAT food and beer. Wings are excellent and you can't really go wrong with the burgers. Come say hi to Pat at the bar - he's awesome.

Chris R.Chris Roemmer: This place is amazing!! Have to get the Dragon or Napa burger! Make sure to sit at the bar!!! Pat is the man!!! Awesome craft beer as well!!

Crosby's Kitchen is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

13. Crosby's Kitchen

8.7
3455 N Southport Ave (at Cornelia Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Lakeview · 64 tips and reviews

Evelyn L.Evelyn Lopez: The lobster deviled eggs and eggs florentine are great. Check out the Benedict of the day too!

John H.John Hill: Try the crab cakes and don't let your 10-month old drink too much wine

CPCP: Warm biscuits with Fuji Apple butter and whipped goat cheese - if they have this on special, shove it in your pie hole stat! So good.

Tortoise Supper Club is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

14. Tortoise Supper Club

8.8
350 N State St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 51 tips and reviews

ISC C.ISC Chicago: Get appetizers to share. Love the steak tartare, smoked trout spread, and baked crab dip.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The burger here passes the ultimate test: The flavorful beef, a house blend, would be good sans condiments. But it’s even better with just a hint of pickles, red-wine onions, aioli and Uplands cheddar Read more.

Shannon B.Shannon B.: Great cocktail program and supper club ambience. 1/2 off Craft Cocktails in the bar on Wednesdays.

Gale Street Inn is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

15. Gale Street Inn

8.4
4914 N Milwaukee Ave (at Gale St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Jefferson Park · 57 tips and reviews

Laura G.Laura G: Some of the best food in the city! Best ribs for sure.

@EdmundCruz@EdmundCruz: The ribs are awesome! Fallin' right off the bone...

Erin T.Erin Terese: perhaps by the 4th or 5th time you visit, you'll be ready to order something besides the ribs- and you will be pleasantly surprised! Best sides= black bean soup and twice baked potato yumm