Velvet Taco is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

1. Velvet Taco

8.9
1110 N State St, Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Near North Side · 120 tips and reviews

Sarah S.Sarah Smith: I really enjoyed the shrimp and grits taco! The rotisserie chicken taco could have had a little more seasoning. Margs are also not too sweet just right!

Stephanie L.Stephanie Livingston: The tots!!! My dream. Falafel Taco in shrimp and grits Taco amazing

WeilynWeilyn: Tacooooos!! Raw tuna, cheeseburger, shrimp and grits, and steak were our favorites. Cool soda choices too

Beatrix is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

2. Beatrix

8.8
671 N Saint Clair St (Erie and N. St. Clair), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Streeterville · 62 tips and reviews

PureWowPureWow: Nosh on cauliflower grits at brunch, turkey and sweet potato meatloaf come lunch and amazing pastries no matter the hour. Read more.

Morgan M.Morgan McKee: Classic diner brunch done GREAT! This place caters to any of your tastes, tinga tacos pictured. Other dishes to be enjoyed include cauliflower grits, egg white omelette daily specials and steak chimi!

Colin L.Colin Lee: Prefer this location over the other. Cauliflower grits are delicious; the chia pudding is a bit too sweet

676 Restaurant & Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

3. 676 Restaurant & Bar

7.7
676 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 29 tips and reviews

Jenny M.Jenny Majamaki: Pear smoothie is very refreshing! Try breakfast Grit is an excellent comfy food.

Terry M.Terry Majamaki: Ted's organic grits are awesome, add a fresh smoothy and french press coffee and you'll be set.

Ricky P.Ricky Potts: When here, try to get a table near the windows. The seats are comfy and you get an impressive view of the city. They also have a daily brunch buffet for $19 per person.

Chicago Q is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

4. Chicago Q

8.7
1160 N Dearborn St (at W Division St.), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Near North Side · 167 tips and reviews

Gables MavenGables Maven: BBQ shrimp n grits? Yeah, they go awf. Chopped brisket and pulled pork? Yeah, they go awf. Mac n cheese? Mmhmm...they go awf too. Great beer selection, friendly staff & great ambiance top it off.

Tess V.Tess Vismale: @chicagoqBBq Omg, Dan is a great bartender/server. The shrimp and grits r 2 die 4 and the pickles & chips r amazing. It ended with a hot aromatic towel. Thnx!!!

ISC C.ISC Chicago: Shrimp & Grits (Southern Grits, Tasso Ham Cream Sauce, Scallions)

Gilt Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

5. Gilt Bar

9.1
230 W Kinzie St (at N. Franklin St.), Chicago, IL
Lounge · River North · 186 tips and reviews

Tammy G.Tammy Gordon: Fondue w fried egg, pork meatballs with anson mills grits & orechiette pasta - all fab!

Mike M.Mike McGee: This place is amazing. Key things to order: Bone Marrow, Orechiette, Shrimp & Grits. Also the Old Fashioneds are to die for. Well, they are pretty good.

Suli C.Suli Chong: Quite a gem. The shrimp & grits transformed my generally negative impression of grits. The Pork Belly was fall off the bone to die for and the truffle pasta complimented everything else very nicely.

Blue Door Kitchen & Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

6. Blue Door Kitchen & Garden

8.6
52 W Elm St (Dearborn), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · Near North Side · 32 tips and reviews

ISC C.ISC Chicago: Shrimp & Grits (white corn grits, andouille, okra, tomato stew)

Morgan M.Morgan McKee: Elevated southern = honey goodness. Apps will satisfy your southern cravings (deviled eggs / potato pierogies). Try southern with a twist by going for salmon for main, cooked impeccably 👍🏻

BiancaBianca: The chicken is delicious, the space is nice, but the service was low quality and weird.

Beatrix is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

7. Beatrix

9.0
519 N Clark St (at W Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · River North · 233 tips and reviews

Erika D.Erika Davis: Cherry chia cooler was refreshingly delicious. I got cauliflower grits & eggs and loved it. Personally I like their brunch menu because they offer unique dishes.

Josh W.Josh W: I 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 👍.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The caramel pie at Beatrix is one of the 100 best things we ate this year. http://tmout.us/rLOtk Read more.

Untitled Supper Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

8. Untitled Supper Club

8.4
111 W Kinzie St (btwn N LaSalle St & N Clark St), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · River North · 141 tips and reviews

Cyndi B.Cyndi Berzow: Best drinks of the night: Bootlegger's breakfast and Firewater No.3 hands down. Get the fried grits and short ribs. Skip the oysters Rockefeller and avoid the skate. Live band all night!Giatdiniera

JenKuduJenKudu: It seems the food is overlooked by the whiskey menu. Had the 2 course tasting menu and it's great. Devils on horseback and oysters Rockefeller are decadent. This menu def holds its own. Well done!

EaterEater: This 1920s-era speakeasy offers a swank lounge, private cabanas, live entertainment space and an enormous whiskey library with over 300 choices.

House of Blues is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

9. House of Blues

9.0
329 N Dearborn St (btwn Kinzie St & Wacker Dr), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Near North Side · 197 tips and reviews

Hiedi E.Hiedi E: Wonderful atmosphere. One of the best places to catch some Blues in Chicago.

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Track down the sound that evolved from the Blues at the House of Blues' Gospel Brunch on Sundays, complimented by a Southern-inspired buffet and blues memorabilia on the walls. Read more.

VH1VH1: Bet you didn’t know - HOB Chicago has mud from the Mississippi Delta buried under the Music Hall stage as a reminder of the blues roots of all the music gracing the stage. – Team Live Nation

Markethouse Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

10. Markethouse Restaurant

7.7
611 N Fairbanks Ct (btwn Ohio St. & Ontario St.), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 46 tips and reviews

K.C. G.K.C. Gulbro: People rave about the Mac n cheese. But try the grits!!

Margaret E.Margaret Essary: Wow! Amazing lobster truffle app mojito with roof top grown mint ~ yum!

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: For a refined version of classic Americana, dip into the mac & cheese featuring farmstead white cheddar & smoked bacon or the grilled flatiron steak with a shallot and whole-grain mustard marmalade. Read more.

Shaw's Crab House is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

11. Shaw's Crab House

9.3
21 E Hubbard St (at N Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Near North Side · 220 tips and reviews

Natalie F.Natalie Ferris: The shrimp and grits are amazing 😻

Pamela C.Pamela Carpenter: Best Sunday brunch in the city! Something for everyone

Lettuce Entertain YouLettuce Entertain You: Lobster rolls are a must!

The Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

12. The Kitchen

8.6
316 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · River North · 22 tips and reviews

BiancaBianca: I loved their food, the meatballs are a must! Try a seat on the patio - is romantic! 😎

Dan S.Dan Stamer: Get the Sticky Toffee Pudding!

M S.M S: Very good!!!

GT Prime is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

13. GT Prime

8.0
707 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 13 tips and reviews

Rebecca H.Rebecca House: We had a shared meat platter. Best cuts of beef we have had. Friendly service. Great for a group date night. Will return!

Mark P.Mark Pradzinski: The meat is prepared fantasticly. Some of the best vegetable sides in the city.

Liz M.Liz M.: Excellent service and good food. I would recommend it for couples and adult outings but not for children. Every dish had something unique about it. Sweet potato purée on Cheesecake (different ).

Harvest is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

14. Harvest

7.8
540 N Michigan Ave (Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 6 tips and reviews

Steve P.Steve P: Orange juice is fresh squeezed! Crunchy French toast is amazing! Highly recommend buffet!

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This Mag Mile restaurant turned its rooftop into a garden, which grows hops and houses beehives. Chef Myk Banas plans to create house wines each year, including a viognier, a zinfandel and a cabernet. Read more.

Mario M.Mario Marchesi: Great food and service

Travelle is one of The 15 Best Places for Grits in Near North Side, Chicago.

15. Travelle

8.4
330 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Lounge · Near North Side · 37 tips and reviews

Brock W.Brock Wanless: If having brunch, order the signature Travelle Benedict for a delicious combo of eggs Benedict, lobster, spinach, and potatoes!

M. Katie H.M. Katie Hunter: Eric and James are true gentlemen -- the bar staff here is unparalleled. Come in on Thursday nights for a signature cocktail and to listen to the live lounge act! They take requests!

David S.David Smith: The flatbread is excellent, and the cheese plate comes with an impressive array of accompaniments.