Brass Tack is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

1. Brass Tack

8.0
11 E Walton St (Rush Street), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 17 tips and reviews

ISC C.ISC Chicago: BLACK OLIVE BRAISED SPRING LAMB (fava beans, green garlic polenta, ramps)

Holly S.Holly Shuman: The duck wings, the Maine lobster, the skirt steak, and the grand macaroon were delicious! We also thought the service was wonderful.

Diana F.Diana Friess: Inside the Waldorf Astoria, this French fine dining experience offers Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Duck Wings À L’Orange is a must & save room for the Valrhona Chocolate Grand Macaron or Baked Alaskan

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

2. Gilt Bar

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

Dana T.Dana Tedesco: I came for the meatballs and I got the BEST pork meatballs eva!!! On top of creamy polenta. And the cornbread is like buttery moist delishishness!

Henry S.Henry S: The meatballs & polenta is spectacular. The truffle pasta is simply heavenly.

Оксана М.Оксана Михайленко: Truffle pasta- something unbelievable! Steaks also very good!

Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

3. Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse

8.2
33 W Kinzie St (at Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 107 tips and reviews

Emily C.Emily Cassidy: The polenta and wild mushroom app is to die for! It is so rich you can make it your meal.

John W.John Wildes: Steaks are amazing! Had the 12 oz filet with peppercorn crust. Apparently though the gorgonzola crust is the one to get...maybe next time. Also key lime pie and cheesecake were excellent as well!

Joe H.Joe H: I know I say this a lot, but the signature 10oz Sirloin Holy Cow!™ Burger was to die for. With the Gouda, applewood smoked bacon, BBQ sauce & sweet potato fries, you'll be dying soon enough.

Fogo de Chão is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

4. Fogo de Chão

8.6
661 N La Salle Dr (at W Erie St), Chicago, IL
Brazilian Restaurant · River North · 132 tips and reviews

Nia M.Nia Moreno: Vegetarians and vegans can just order the salad bar, and eat the garlic mashed potatoes, bananas, and polenta that comes with the meal. Ask your server for sauteed veggies. Great desserts as well!

Patricio K.Patricio Kennedy: Delicious salads, bottom sirloin is amazing, try it with some of their chilies, fantastic.

GabbyGabby: WARNING: Not for vegetarians or the faint of appetite!Fogo De Chao is a meat lovers paradise‎! Skip the salad bar & try the signature drink! Read more.

Osteria Di Eataly is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

5. Osteria Di Eataly

8.4
43 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 4 tips and reviews

Christopher F.Christopher Floss: Authentic #italian #pasta. Try the penne with melanzane and pomodoro. Pollo for a secondo is also an awesome choice. Great wine options by the glass, both red and white, all Italian.

KellyKelly: Good food prepared in a totally open kitchen with bar seating and fast, friendly service.

Stacy B.Stacy Bo Bacy: Food is so, so good here. Especially enjoyed the meatballs. You can get reservations online through OpenTable.

RPM Italian is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

6. RPM Italian

8.9
52 W Illinois St (at N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 238 tips and reviews

@jerrymeng@jerrymeng: They call it polenta i call it grits

Dean W.Dean Wendel: This place was amazing. Sat at table in the bar. Service was excellent. Myischia was our server. Food was great.

Lettuce Entertain YouLettuce Entertain You: Did someone say Tartufo? Hazelnut gelato with a chocolate shell.

Nonnina is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

7. Nonnina

8.7
340 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 22 tips and reviews

Amanda Z.Amanda Zinn: Really delicious! The sword fish was amazing and the spinach pasta was so so good too.

HaileyHailey: Restaurant is gorgeous! Excellent service, and the food was incredible. The atmosphere is perfect. Cozy dining areas, and the wait staff will treat you like family. 5 out of 5 stars from me!

Tim B.Tim Backus: Cozy and delicious. The sommelier is on point.

Upstairs at The Gwen is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

8. Upstairs at The Gwen

7.9
521 N Rush St, Chicago, IL
Hotel Bar · 2 tips and reviews

Gabby A.Gabby Akers: Very kind staff and great water pressure!

Jolene B.Jolene Balsimo: So expensive it's almost a joke.

Ema is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

9. Ema

8.9
74 W Illinois St (Clark), Chicago, IL
Mediterranean Restaurant · Near North Side · 40 tips and reviews

Peter H.Peter Haas: Wonderful hummus and related dips with delicious pita bread.

Jesse G.Jesse Gill: Roasted eggplant spread. Grilled octopus. Blackened skrimps. Always get the skrimps.

Chandra I.Chandra Iyer: Excellent grub, great service. One of the best restaurants in the city for sure.

Neiman Marcus is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

10. Neiman Marcus

8.1
737 N Michigan Ave (at Superior St), Chicago, IL
Department Store · Streeterville · 19 tips and reviews

Dilara SultanDilara Sultan: Orange Label Missoni at this location (thank God!) The restaurant:Yummy! Excellent Argentinian Malbec the glass. Pom Margarita super strong! Read more.

MasterCardMasterCard: Visit The Zodiac for a relaxing break from shopping – incredible food and service

Mark A.Mark Allen: The newly remodeled men's store is beautiful and carries the finest collections in town.

Pinstripes is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

11. Pinstripes

8.5
435 East Illinois Street, Chicago, IL
Bowling Alley · Streeterville · 31 tips and reviews

Ashley S.Ashley Staker: HUGE riverfront patio with fire pit. Great ambiance! Delicious food...big GF menu with good prices. Definitely a great addition to the streeterville / river east neighborhood.

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: The brunch buffet at this Streeterville restaurant/bocce court/bowling alley combo includes made-to-order waffles topped with bananas foster and carving stations serving prime rib and roasted turkey. Read more.

Rob R.Rob Reuter: Great patio space in the back to eat outside on the water.

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

12. 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

Fig & Olive is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

13. Fig & Olive

8.6
104 E Oak St, Chicago, IL
Mediterranean Restaurant · Streeterville · 61 tips and reviews

ChanthanaChanthana: Go during lunch for a leisurely meal. Crudo tasting, cheese plate, Summer in Provence (gin cocktail) and chocolate soufflé were all wonderful!

StefanieStefanie: Absolutely gorgeous space inside and out! Lobster bisque special was disappointing...wish I ordered the pasta!

Antoinette A.Antoinette Arnold: The cucumber Cosmo is really good. You can go wrong with the truffle mushroom croquette for an appetizer.

Brindille is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

14. Brindille

7.8
534 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Near North Side · 16 tips and reviews

Matt W.Matt Wiener: Amazing! The entire experience was well worth it. If time allows go with the tasting menu.

Natalya L.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.

Kimberly W.Kimberly Waterloo: Gorgeous, calm room with a Zen feeling. Awesome innovative wine list. I never heard of any of the white wines and the bartendar Djorn was so helpful to let us try a couple of them..

Il Porcellino is one of The 15 Best Places for Polenta in Near North Side, Chicago.

15. Il Porcellino

7.8
59 W Hubbard St (btwn Dearborn St & Clark St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 21 tips and reviews

EaterEater: II Porcelino is the place to be for Sunday supper! This lively Italian restaurant serves a wide range of hearty dishes packed with flavor, including ricotta tortellini and black pepper pasta. Read more.

Kevin M.Kevin M. McNally, CMP: Are you craving Italian food? This Lettuce Entertain You offerings will fill you up w tasty dishes (pasta offerings are delicious) along with wine to accent your meal. Staff is great. Enjoy!

SherrySherry: Small salad is big enough for two!