Chicago Restaurant Guide

Dining in Chicago can be an overwhelming experience, especially for visitors. This is because the city is divided into neighborhoods ranging in restaurants, nightlife, and activities. This guide will help you find the best places to eat in various communities. 

Whether you're in Chicago Loop, West Town, River North, Streeterville, or Gold Coast, we've got something for you! Learn all the interior details and extensive menus for each restaurant by reading this guide. 

Chicago Loop

The Loop is a vibrant downtown neighborhood with a wide variety of restaurants. From classic Chicago eateries to trendy new spots, there's something for everyone in the Loop. Whether you're in the mood for deep-dish pizza, Italian beef, or a juicy burger, you will find something to your taste.
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train tracks weaving through Chicago's downtown including the loop
Eleven City Diner restaurant featuring a sandwich and pickle

Eleven City Diner

The Dearborn fried chicken with chives on top

The Dearborn

Pizano's pizza half and half toppings

Pizano's

Catch 35 chicken entree with pasta

Catch 35

River North neighborhood in Chicago featuring buildings

River North

River North is known for its art galleries and nightlife, but it also has a great selection of restaurants. From fine dining to casual cuisine, you'll find food that will suit your taste in River North.
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Meli Cafe chicken and waffles

Meli Cafe

Beatrix River North bakery interior showcasing baked goods

Beatrix

Shaw's Crab House steaks

Shaw's Crab House

Chicago Cut Steakhouse steaks with dishes

Chicago Cut

West Town

West Town is a vibrant community with diverse residents, businesses, and industries. The area is home to several popular restaurants, serving everything from Mexican food to Polish cuisine.
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Hot dogs and beans with chips and cookies at bangers and lace in Chicago

Bangers and Lace

Berry Pancakes at Bongo Room restaurant in West Town Chicago

Bongo Room

Iron Age Korean Steakhouse Restaurant featuring grill on table

Iron Age Steakhouse

The Loyalist chicken entree at The Loyalist

The Loyalist

Carmine's restaurant near Gold Coast featuring pancakes

Gold Coast

The Gold Coast is an affluent neighborhood known for its mansions and high-end boutiques. The neighborhood also has several restaurants, many offering fine dining experiences.
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Maple and Ash steak entrees on a black table

Maple and Ash

Fig and Olive fried entree on a blue plate

Fig and Olive

Carmine's pizza with basil leaves

Carmines

Hopsmith Chicago burger with fries

Hopsmith

Uptown

Uptown is a diverse neighborhood with residential, commercial, and cultural attractions. The district has several restaurants, many of which offer unique dining experiences. From soul food to Ethiopian cuisine, you'll find something to your taste in Uptown. The neighborhood is also home to many bars and clubs, making it a great place to go for a night out.
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Fat Cat chicken and gravy with eggs in Uptown Chicago

Fat Cat

Captain Shrimp restaurant in uptown Chicago review banner

Captain Shrimp

Lucy's tray of chicken dishes and sides like mac and cheese

Lucy's

eggs Benedict with hash browns in Tweet uptown restaurant

Tweet

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