1. A. Montgomery Ward Park
8.4
630 N Kingsbury Ave (btwn W Erie St & W Ontario St), Chicago, IL
Park · River North · 16 tips and reviews
Kevin Newby: On a cold, sunny day, lay down on the play surface and act like a cat.
Kenny K: Expanded park reopened 7/19/12 with more swings, patio tables w/shade covers, and large half dome climbing structures. Renamed Montgomery Ward Park. Finally! They got it right this time.
@jayelarex: Go at night and get a great view of the loop.
Michael Sheehan: Pork chop was out of this world, risotto was amazing and you have to get 2 orders of the Cauli Mac, or whatever it's called. Extremely good!
Time 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.: Great cocktail program and supper club ambience. 1/2 off Craft Cocktails in the bar on Wednesdays.
June Han: Awesome location, friendly staff, and excellent high powered shower heads- super soothing after a day out on the town! Would definitely stay here again.
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!
4. Roka Akor
8.7
456 N Clark St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Japanese Restaurant · River North · 93 tips and reviews
Time Out Chicago: Try the chef’s selection steak from our 100 Best list: Go for the chef’s selection, they’re beautifully marbled, expertly grilled over Japanese binchotan charcoal, and the best value in the house.
carlos felipe ospina: Try the largest Sake list in the Midwest.
Cedric A.: Pork belly is succulent, and the teriyaki salmon is great also. Some really good sake as well (quite a large and diverse list to choose from).
5. Carmine's
7.6
1043 N Rush St (btwn Cedar St & Bellevue Pl), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Gold Coast · 78 tips and reviews
Jennifer Ashton: Excellent linguine with clam sauce (I have only tried the white sauce, not the red), pasta e fagioli soup, and steaks -- all around prime comfort food destination!
Allison Buchanan: Amazing Tortellini Carbonara!
Kristi L: Split your entree with a friend. Portions are obscenely large.
9. Club Lago
7.4
331 W Superior St (at N Orleans St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · River North · 29 tips and reviews
Tracy Sinclair: awesome old school italian! super welcoming staff. loved it. fast & cozy for lunch.
Serious Eats: There aren't many restaurants that can boast a great Monday lunch crowd, but with simple Italian favorites and a lively atmosphere, I can see why Club Lago has always been a neighborhood favorite.
Time Out Chicago: Despite a renovation, it's still the same. Regress to old habits: massive portions of lasagna, soft roast beef, carafes of watery Chianti and—this is crucial—some pasta with Lago’s meat sauce. Read more.
Zach Solomon-Beloin: Everything is so good! Love the black rice sushi, alligator, etc. Definitely try a few different things.
MafiaHairdresser Jon-David: Sushi bowling is the best here!
Revae Schneider: Since you're @eatatunion, make sure to go say hi to Revae at UpBar! Great cocktails that aren't listed on the menu!
13. Indian Garden Restaurant
6.5
247 E Ontario St (btwn N Fairbanks Ct & N St Clair St), Chicago, IL
Indian Restaurant · Streeterville · 37 tips and reviews
Azhaar Sal: Me and my husband fell in love with this restaurant, best indian food in the world! We tried (which is always our choices) butter chicken and beryani! I recommend it guys! Give it a try!
Taufiq Hab: Bhindi Masala is always good
Serious Eats: Indian Garden serves a reliable enough selection of old favorites like sag paneer, chicken biryani, and vegetable pakora.