1. Mon Ami Gabi
9.2
2300 N Lincoln Park W (at Belden Ave), Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 55 tips and reviews
Tommy Barth: The scallops are insanely fantastic. I got the steak bearnaise... exquisite. And the waitstaff was flawless
Talal A: My favorite restaurant in Chicago. Great ambience and service, strong drinks, excellent steak frites. Also try the escargots!
Jerry Sanchez: Best French in the city so far
2. Brindille
7.8
534 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Near North Side · 16 tips and reviews
Reserve: Rib of Beef is perfectly paired with a tarte tatin of artichokes, potatoes and gruyere, a drizzle of marbled olive oil, a touch of bearnaise, and an aromatic sauce of red wine, marrow and thyme. Read more.
Reserve: At Brindille in Chicago, a savory tarte tatin of artichokes, potatoes and gruyere pairs perfectly with the Rib of Beef and its sauce of red wine, marrow and thyme. Read more.
Natalya Lisa: The most romantic place to spend a birthday-Thanks to the staff for making everything wonderful. Wines selection is perfect for the menu. If you have a special occasion this is the perfect place.
Chris Broyles: Skip the dry-aged Porterhouse for 1 -- too dry-aged to cook "juicy" medium-rare. Go for the Rib-Eye or Delmonico instead, or else break out the Bearnaise.... Read more.
Alejandra Garcia: Absolutely amazing!! Great service! Arturito is the best bartender! Amazing view on the terrace !! Highly recommended !!
Time Out Chicago: Thought you'd want to know: Chicago Cut has been nominated for Best New Steakhouse in Time Out Chicago’s 2011 Eat Out Awards. Vote now! Read more.
7. The Franklin Room
9.1
675 N Franklin St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · River North · 26 tips and reviews
Katie: My go-to spot for anyone - fantastic menu, always excellent service and the music is always on-point. Perfect for dates, family dinners, visitors, or just grabbing $1 Oysters at Happy Hour.
Eric Munn: The shrimp pot pie is outstanding. Great whiskey list as well.
Andy Swindler: $1 oysters from 5-6:30pm. Get some.
Amanda Cooper: Get the bacon, you'll thank me later! The shrimp are impressively large and my petite filet was perfectly cooked! Power lunch and date night dining!
Diego Reynoso: Great food everything from the steaks to the incredible smores desert (a must do)
Redeye Chicago: A steakhouse’s reason for being is typically the beef. But what you really want is the fried chicken. The crust glinted with salt and was adorned with candied orange zest and flecks of rosemary. Read more.
12. BRGRBELLY
8.5
5739 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Portage Park · 33 tips and reviews
Nueva Babylon: Old Time Religion Burger with portobello mushroom is THE Best Burger I've ever had - in addition, it's an awesome veg option (and I'm not even a vegetarian). Garlic Parm fries is a must to try, too!
Lena Crow: The Old Time Religion is the best burger ever!!! The parmesan fries are also a MUST!!!
kate reader: THIS is the best burger in the city - no joke! Huge fan of Amazing Grace, but even the simple Leadbelly is absolutely fantastic. Cheaper, better, & a lot less of a wait than other burger spots.
Paolo Travers: Very good location on Magnificent mile for shopping and restaurants. Clean, spacious rooms.
Steve B.: This place rocks. Service is incredible, especially the front desk! Rooms are nice. Water pressure in shower off the hook! I highly recommend. :)
Alex Gouldey: If it's raining outside, go to the front desk and ask to borrow an umbrella or two. They're free, as long as you return them when you're done!