A gourmet market, café, wine bar, and catering company, Fox & Obel has become a favorite of Chicago foodies since it opened in 2001. Cook your own meal with their fresh produce and meats or dine in their café and wine bar.
Established in 1997, Volare reflects the look and feel of an old world Italian restaurant. Volare breaks the traditional mold, however, and offers pastas and sauces separately, asking diners to choose their favorite of each.
Enjoy great views of the lake with your meal from Wave Restaurant in the W Hotel. The Mediterranean inspired cuisine showcases Execute Chef Kristine Subido's global spice expertise in every dish. Stop by Wednesdays at 5:30 pm to taste Chef Subido's version of street food of a different country each month, paired with a signature cocktail, all for only $10.
"The only Irish pub on the Chicago River," Lizzie McNeill's is tucked away in a scenic enclave that feels like it is much more than three blocks away from the hustle and bustle of Navy Pier and the Magnificent Mile.
Chef-owner Emilio Gervilla started making tapas in his grandfather's bakery and tapas bar when he was a child in Granada, Spain. Carrying on the family tradition, Emilio now owns two tapas bars, including Emilio's Sol y Nieve, and was once called the "King of Tapas" by Crain's.
215 E. Ohio St. | 312.467.7177
West Egg Café
American (Traditional)
Reasonable prices, large portions, and tasty food make West Egg Café a neighborhood favorite. They specialize in egg dishes, which (along with the rest of the menu) are available all day long.
Adjoined to the lavish Hotel Raffaello, Pelago is owned by Michelin starred Italian chef Mauro Mafrici and architect Kimberly Anguil Mafrici. Together the husband and wife team creates an upscale Italian restaurant with the finest food and decor.
Part of the Chicago-based Rosebud restaurants franchise, Rosebud Steakhouse is a "rare steakhouse, well done." Their burger was rated the #1 in Chicago by the Chicago Tribune.
Featured on WTTW's Check, Please!, Sayat-Nova is an intimate neighborhood restaurant with a 40-year tradition of serving authentic Armenian/Middle Eastern cuisine. The menu has barely changed since they opened, and popular items like the red lentil soup and Armenian combo taste the same as they did in the 70s.
The Drake Hotel continues to be a favorite among dignitaries, royalty, and celebrities alike. The Drake offers four outstanding restaurants, The Cape Cod Room, Coq D'Or, Palm Court, and Drake Bros', each with its own unique character.
Known to be one of Chicago's premier fine dining establishments, Les Nomades prides itself on traditional French fare with the freshest of ingredients. Chris Nugent, the executive chef at Les Nomades has been involved in preparing, cooking, and serving fine French food since the age of fourteen.
Indian restaurant with very authentic food and atmosphere. Has a popular lunch buffet. Accessibility limitations. Please contact site for more information.
247 E. Ontario St. | 312.280.4910
Chestnut Street Dining
Various
This quaint, scenic strip of Chestnut offers classy dining options such as Saloon Steakhouse (200 E. Chestnut St.) and Le Petit Paris (230 E. Chestnut St.).
200 E. Chestnut St.
Ontario & St. Clair Dining
Various
Italian and French cooking prevail at this gastronomic corner with restaurants such as the Tuscan influenced Coco Pazzo Cafe (636 N. St. Clair St.), the colorful Bice Ristorante (158 E. Ontario St.), and the French fusion style Viand (150 E. Ontario St.).
158 E. Ontario St.
Illinois & Columbus Dining, Drinking and Bowling
Various
With places like the classic PJ Clarke's (302 E. Illinois St.), Niu Japanese Fusion Lounge (332 E. Illinois St.), and Lucky Strike Lanes & Lounge (322 E. Illinois St.), the corner of Columbus and Illinois proves to be a vibrant place to grab a bite, grab a drink, and bowl a strike.
