Best Restaurants in Chicago

Chicago has a rich tradition of fine dining establishments, and each time I visit I’m greeted by excellent cuisine combined with superior service.  From steakhouses to 8 course french feasts, this city has taste on the menu!  See below for the ten best restaurants in Chicago:

1. NoMI

312-239-4030
Park Hyatt Hotel
800 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

NoMI offers a new phase in world-class contemporary French dining on the Seventh Floor of Park Hyatt Chicago under the direction of proficient executive chef Christophe David, an expert of high-end restaurants across four continents. You will enjoy a distinctive blend of experiences, engaging all the senses, NoMI offers guests a multitude of choices. From the contemporary French cuisine intertwined with a international flair, to their award-winning design and awe-inspiring setting to the personalized and discreet service from a well-seasoned wait staff.

2. Atwood Cafe

312-368-1900
1 W Washington St
Chicago, IL 60602

The Atwood Café is an intimate restaurant found in the heart of Chicago’s Central Business District and the State Street retail and theater district. Enjoy colorful cuisine for breakfast, lunch or dinner in their vibrant dining room featuring contemporary American comfort food.

3. Odyssey Dining Cruise

888-957-2322
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

This dining cruise offers a refined yet affordable total entertainment experience starting at Navy Pier.  Sample creative appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared fresh on board daily by the Executive Chef. Dance to live music or sit back and relax while enjoying skyline views that drift past your table.

4. Fogo de Chao

312-932-9330
661 N Lasalle St
Chicago, IL 60610

Savor this dining establishments truly unique steakhouse atmosphere from Rio Grande do Sul in Southern Brazil. Their featured meats are seasoned to perfection and slow-roasted over an open flame to capture their individual flavor. The savory cuts are presented on skewers and carved tableside by their authentic Gaúcho chefs, at the guests’ request. They also offer a vast selection of wines to significantly enhance and complement every meat selection.

5. Tru

312-202-0001
676 N St Clair St
Chicago, IL 60611

This fine dining restaurant offers dynamic French cuisine, presenting fresh ingredients with bold creativity and an artistic display. They also have an award-winning wine list featuring over 1,800 selections from around the world.

6. Tizi Melloul

312-670-4338
531 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Take a voyage through the cuisine of the Mediterranean with tantalizing dishes like fire roasted mussels, crispy pork belly or tilapia with taro root gnocchi. They offer a full menu in the main
dining room as well as five course dinners served in the Moroccan Crescent Room.

7. Zed 451

312-266-6691
739 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60610

Indulge in modern upscale grilling, fire grilled steaks, ribs, seafood, poultry and game are served here alongside comfort food sides. They offer Harvest Tables laden with housemade soups, inspired salads, artisan cheeses and breads.

8. II Mulino

312-440-8888
1150 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60610

Rest assured that only the finest extra virgin oils, the freshest herbs and spices, and the choicest tomatoes are used to create the entrees here. Enjoy top notch Italian cuisine like, Cannelloni, Fettuccine Ragout, or Ossobuco among many more delicious choices.

9. Crofton on Wells

312-755-1790
535 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Suzy Crofton is an award-winning chef that creates bold American flavors with sophisticated French technique. Crofton keeps the dining room fresh with contemporary china, dove grey linens, Reidel stemware and an endless supply of whimsical brushed aluminum accents creating an all-around delightful dining experiance.

10. Le Lan

312-280-9100
749 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60610

LE meaning French for THE, and LAN meaning ORCHID in Vietnamese, this symbolic name represents the delicate balance as eastern and western food and culture bond together while still maintaining their identities. This French Asian Restaurant is know as one the most romantic restaurants in Chicago.