Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

1. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse

8.9
1028 N Rush St (at E Bellevue Pl), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Gold Coast · 282 tips and reviews

AnitaAnita: Went to Gibson's for their chopped chicken livers. Not on menu-ask for it. Goes great with the awesome martinis!

Bruce U.Bruce Umbaugh: In the bar, Joe mixes a fine Martini and gives both professional and friendly service.

Charles B.Charles B: best steakhouse in Chi-town. Great martini as well...

Wildfire is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

2. Wildfire

8.6
159 W Erie St (btwn La Salle St & Wells St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 77 tips and reviews

Bridgid D.Bridgid Defranceschi: They have a martini flight! AMAZING four mini martini's! Oh and Juan Carlos is also the best bus person ever!

Tina J.Tina Jackson: Great crusted steaks and Martini Sample Flight is the best <3

Lynette M.Lynette Michelle: The martini flights are Awesome!

Niu Japanese Fusion Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

3. Niu Japanese Fusion Lounge

7.0
332 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL
Sushi Restaurant · Streeterville · 128 tips and reviews

SarahSarah: Diablo roll and aloe martini were delicious. Perfect setting before S&tC 2 premiere.

Kion S.Kion Sanders: Try the Raspberry Mojito or the Washington-Apple Martini

LizLiz: The Sexy Mexican roll is a must-have!!! Don't forget about their extensive martini list!

Mastro's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

4. Mastro's Steakhouse

8.9
520 N Dearborn St (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 122 tips and reviews

Rishad T.Rishad Tobaccowala: Dragon Fire Martini is delicious

Matthew S.Matthew Stern: Best of the best in Chicago. Pomeg martini, crab, bone in filet, butter cake! I've done all the work for you!

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the chef’s cut New York strip from our 100 Best list: The high-end chain had us woozy with its dry-ice martinis, warm butter cake, and expertly cooked and seasoned cuts of beef.

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

5. RL Restaurant

9.1
115 E Chicago Ave (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 115 tips and reviews

Ryan C.Ryan Covington: Order a Hendrick's martini and have them garnish it with cucumbers.

Mark A.Mark Allen: The seats in front of the fireplace are a perfect spot to enjoy a martini in the cooler months.

Amy L.Amy Lebowsky: Best dirty martini I've had in years. Blue cheese stuffed olives included. If you get a lucky seat at the bar, plant it for a bit and enjoy the people watching.

The Signature Lounge at the 96th is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

6. The Signature Lounge at the 96th

7.4
875 N Michigan Ave (btwn Delaware Pl & Chestnut St), Chicago, IL
Lounge · Streeterville · 307 tips and reviews

Shane F.Shane Frost: Martinis right before sunset from the top of the John Hancock. Great start to the evening.

Lynn B.Lynn Baile: Peach martini is the best cocktail!

Divya A.Divya Anand: Get the chocolate martini and enjoy the view :)

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

7. Shaw's Crab House

9.2
21 E Hubbard St (at N Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Near North Side · 219 tips and reviews

Jennifer I.Jennifer Imig: Best martini and oysters in the city!

Brian S.Brian Strauss: When the name is engraved in the plate you know they make a good martini.

Kate D.Kate Davison: Elderflower martini is amazing. Perfectly balanced. Services is very friendly and the food is amazing. Best lobster and crab I've had this year. We will come back here every time we come to Chicago.

Gene & Georgetti is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

8. Gene & Georgetti

8.9
500 N Franklin St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 66 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: This "hotspot" (literally!) keeps patrons warm during the winter - its 1,100°F Vulcan broiler sears steaks to perfection with plenty of heat to spare. Sip on icy martinis to keep cool in the summer.

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: Wet-aged steaks still rank among the best in town. On weekends, latch onto first-rate prime rib. The wine list is forgettable, but the well-priced martinis are excellent. Read more.

Seth P.Seth Putnam: The martini. Always the martini.

Palm Court at The Drake Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

9. Palm Court at The Drake Hotel

8.9
140 E Walton Pl (at Michigan Ave.), Chicago, IL
Tea Room · Gold Coast · 33 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: You can’t sit among the sparkling fountain and oversized flower arrangements, slowly sipping your perfectly shaken martini, without thinking that your mom was right all along: You are special.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: You can’t sit among the sparkling fountain and oversized flower arrangements, slowly sipping your perfectly shaken martini, without thinking that your mom was right all along: You are special.

Claire W.Claire Watkiss: Definitely worth the experience. Got to choose our own tea blend and a few pastries. Waiter was so sweet and even took a picture of us at the end! Love the space, so historic and unique.

The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

10. The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

8.2
160 East Pearson Street, Water Tower Place, Chicago, IL
Hotel · Streeterville · 55 tips and reviews

Zac K.Zac Koenig: The bar on the 12th floor has the eat blue cheese stuffed olives for the Martinis. I die.

Mishel J.Mishel Justesen: The Vinter's Wonderland martini at the lobby bar is amazing. Best girlie martini I have ever enjoyed!

Dana L.Dana London: The pear martini is tops!

Quartino is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

11. Quartino

8.5
626 N State St (at W Ontario St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 345 tips and reviews

Morgan M.Morgan Miller: Four words: Dates wrapped in pancetta. A must order as a starter paired with a dirty martini. Perfect start to a night out.

Jared H.Jared Houser: Try the Orangecello Housemade Martini, refreshing!

Tricia L.Tricia Lee: The limoncello martinis are da bomb!

Smith & Wollensky is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

12. Smith & Wollensky

8.3
318 N State St (at Marina City), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 103 tips and reviews

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: Order a dry martini and enjoy the terrace until the dining crowd comes in around 6pm.

Nancy R.Nancy R.: Catch a drink on the patio when the sun is out. Great views, total Chicago experience. We were there for a drink and a snack. Martinis were great., Had fries (nit bad). Service outstanding.

StefanieStefanie: Awesome Chicago spot right on the river. Seating outside is best if weather permits. Filet, whipped potatoes and that bread. A last meal wish. I also love the raspberry martini.

The Drake Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

13. The Drake Hotel

8.7
140 E Walton Pl (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Hotel · Gold Coast · 90 tips and reviews

Gord O.Gord On: The best beds in town, like a baby!Might of been a the Martini night cap!

Isa S.Isa Sierra: A charmingly old school hotel that made us smile! The concierges were truly lovely. Amazing dry martinis and music at the bar. Definitely worth a visit.

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Historic hotel. Go with a group for high tea!! So much fun!!

Bavette's Bar and Boeuf is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

14. Bavette's Bar and Boeuf

9.3
218 W Kinzie St (at N Wells St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 130 tips and reviews

José V.José Viruet: Little Rose Martini, simply heaven!

Sarp E.Sarp Erkaya: Trendy spot, friendly service, amazing food! Fillet is cut perfectly and cooked just right. 👏🏼 get the mac&cheese and the corn! Start w oysters and pair it all with a martini! 🍸Perfect dinner 🙌🏼

M S.M S: Filet. Stroganoff. Creamed spinach. Chocolate cream pie. So much yum.

LuxBar is one of The 15 Best Places for Martinis in Near North Side, Chicago.

15. LuxBar

8.2
18 E Bellevue Pl (at Rush St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Gold Coast · 83 tips and reviews

JeffJeff: Awesome apple cider martini

Krista W.Krista Walker: The filet and wedge salad is amazing and they make a mean dirty martini! I highly recommend!

jordan s.jordan sider: Order a Bellini with peach schnapps instead of puree. Best in the city!