1. Quartino
8.7
626 N State St (at W Ontario St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 345 tips and reviews
Madm Fia: Really good for groups. Get lots of stuff to share. Spinach and eggplant parm were my favs. Chocolate fondue with bananas was incredible.
Linda Felter: So great for groups. Who doesn't love Italian small plates and good house wine to share?!?
Dan Jessup: Great bar scene, good for groups, try the wine!
2. Happy Camper
8.8
1209 N Wells St (Division), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Old Town · 36 tips and reviews
Bitches Who Brunch: This spot is a fun place for group gatherings, and is perfect for a hangover brunch when your palate is weak and you just need something to fill your belly. Read more.
Staff Picks: Many pizzas are named after friends, so grab your friend Josh & share his namesake pizza: pulled pork, pineapples, jalapeños and barbecue sauce. You might start liking the pizza more than your friend. Read more.
Eater: Many items are named after friends, saying spending time with your favorite pizza is as rewarding as spending time with a lovable pet. Like Josh: pulled pork, pineapples, jalapeños and barbecue sauce. Read more.
4. The Dearborn
8.6
145 N Dearborn St (Randolph And Dearborn), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · The Loop · 50 tips and reviews
Stephen: Lively atmosphere, fantastic service, great for groups or a date.
Damon Sununtnasuk: Excellent martinis and large U8 shrimp cocktail. Pricey
Lori W: Mezze plate, burrata salad, and atmosphere
5. Club Lucky
8.9
1824 W Wabansia Ave (at N Honore St), Bucktown/Wicker Park, IL
Italian Restaurant · Bucktown · 62 tips and reviews
Colleen Kelly: Meatball salad! Huge portions, great for groups.
Limelight: Club Lucky is an iconic restaurant serving traditional Italian fare and delicious "killer" martinis. Don't forget to check out their extensive cocktail book for some well-crafted drinks.
Lauren Monaco: Im one of those people who takes pictures of my food and posts it on the internet.
7. Game Room
8.9
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St.), Chicago, IL
Bar · The Loop · 33 tips and reviews
Jessica Zaniolo: Cocktails are creative and delicious, the space is beautiful, and games, duh. Get there earlier though. Went there from 3-5 on a Friday, then to dinner next door, and after 5 the place was mobbed.
Heather Bell: A hidden gem! There isn't a sign with the name. Inside is amazing. It's huge. It looks like a hogwarts style bar. With games. Bocce was awesome but a long wait. Fish tacos were on point. 😋
Jonah: This place is awesome!! Huge space with great games like foosball, pool, mini shuffle-board and full scale bocce ball. Fantastic place to go with friends or even a date.
9. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
8.5
210 E Ohio St (at N St Clair St), Chicago, IL
Japanese Restaurant · Streeterville · 134 tips and reviews
ISC Chicago: A lot of fun, very reasonable, great for groups
Kay R.: Excellent fire course. Premium meat is also nice. Will come again!
Margaretha Gunawan: Check the washroom. No more worries about those garlic/scallion/onion breath, they have tequila like mouthwash just for you. How thoughtful
10. Carnivale
8.5
702 W Fulton Market (at Union Ave), Chicago, IL
Latin American Restaurant · Fulton River District · 144 tips and reviews
Kat S.: Fun atmosphere and great for groups! Try the octopus appetizer and ARRACHERA! Shout out to our server, Oscar, you da man!
Epicurious: South American cuisine and brightly colored decor will transport you to, well, Carnivale! Try the rum-glazed roast pork or pupusas stuffed with oxtail, cheese, and refried beans.
Serious Eats: Carnivale’s loud, colorful lounge vibe plays off of its busy location perched above the Kennedy Expressway, and the ceviche mixto has bombastic, bright flavors to match.
11. Velvet Taco
8.6
1110 N State St, Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Near North Side · 120 tips and reviews
Graylyn Roose: The chicken tikka tacos are my favorite, with the falafel tacos not far behind! Lots of space and great for groups, and a decent local beer selection too. What more could you want from a taco place?
Redeye Chicago: Velvet Taco isn't another drunk food stop, but rather a thoughtful restaurant doling out well-executed Indian, American, Cuban, Asian and Middle-Eastern staples that happen to be served on a tortilla. Read more.
Ritu Reimer: Steak, paneer, buffalo chicken, fish & chips, & pork belly! ALL CREATIVE, FLAVORFUL, & AMAZING.
Lauren Meek: Cute outdoor seating, good beer selection, good for groups and great BBQ!
Brian Singleton: Get the Pulled Pork Sandwich - Sheffield's Style (FKA The Pork Melt). One of the best things I have ever eaten.
Mike Fergus: It's called Sheffield's because the bar is on Sheffield. Also, they have a large sign that says Chicago. That's because the bar is in Chicago. On Sheffield.
Bob DeGraff: Check out the tour. It looks cool. Free peanuts and pretzels. Great beer flights.
Johnny Nonstop: Think Willy wonka but beer!!!!
Michele Doyle: Incredible new facility being built in Chgo! Toured the main floor months before it's open to the public. Once open, the tour from the catwalk will be a must see & the tap room will rock, literally!
Natalia: Best pizza in town. Most underrated. All natural ingredients. Get the garlic crustand italian beef topping.
Eric Flores: Ha!!! I love this place
Eater: The pizzas can be topped with a number of options including smoked ham, ground beef, zucchini/squash mix, roasted potatoes and more. Oh, don’t forget the garlic butter crust either. Read more.
15. Revolution Brewing
9.3
3340 N Kedzie Ave (at W Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Northwest Side · 54 tips and reviews
Mike: Awesome, large taproom. Great place to go with a group and play some shuffleboard or lounge in some chairs.
BetsyM: High-quality toilet paper in the ladies' room. Very impressed.
Laura W: Kedzie Ave. brewery is open to the public Wednesdays through Saturdays, from 2-10pm. It offers complimentary guided tours every Wednesday through Saturday at 6pm.