Suggestions for New American Restaurant near River North, Chicago

Jordi F. • January 21, 2016All the dishes are amazingly crafted & presented - but the ones I really enjoyed were: #1 Jamón Serrano + cheese piece of bread, #2 the oysters & #3 the chocolate + marshmallows + ice cream desert :-)

Josh W. • February 7, 2015I alternated between the braised pot roast/egg sandwich & fluffy lemon pancakes. Great sweet and savory combination. Washed it all down with the blueberry Tom Collins cocktail. All delicious 👍.

Patrick F. • December 24, 2014One of my favorite spots in Chicago. Great sushi and saké. Great service and an excellent atmosphere. A must visit in Chicago.

Sarah R. • March 28, 2017Absolutely obsessed with this place! Everything is so fresh and healthy. Lunch standouts: charred cauliflower appetizer, fish tacos and grilled chicken salad. Sweet potato pie for dessert. Open B/L/D.

Chicagoist • June 21, 2016An outdoor bar makes casual, bi-level The Dawson a go-to among al fresco enthusiasts, the wisest of whom snag shotcicles and frozen mai tais to accompany their burgers and chicken-fried lobster.

Ashley S. • January 22, 2015Love the minimal design. Must have bacon-wrapped dates! Open late - great date spot.

Bianca • May 31, 2019Lovely hidden patio in the middle of the city. Wide selection of wines. Catch of the day was good. Perfect for a business lunch.

Steffen B. • January 4, 2019Every dish we had was splendid and interesting. Wines excellent and cocktails with a certain twist. Overall at 1star level.

Naywri W. • September 16, 2017This is another one by Four Corners Tavern Group. I started out with a Caesar Salad. It had potato chips in there. It was very good. 

Tablet Hotels • March 6, 2013This fabulous lounge has great decor, a beautiful terrace, amazing music, fine cigars, and delicious sushi. What else do you need?

Janet J. • June 7, 2010a classic Bombay sapphire martini comes in a classic coupe. and it is simply delicious.

Phil W. • December 14, 2017The chef’s menu is the way to go. Something like 8-10 dishes + dessert makes for an amazing selection from one of the best kitchens in Chicago.

C R. • September 7, 2016This Beatrix is located on the hospital campus but still serves up some of the yummiest brunch dishes around. The fresh juice blends and fun coffee drinks are worth splurging. Reservations preferred.

Marie L. • May 28, 2023Visited for brunch. Lots of fresh and healthy options to start the day. Laidback atmosphere, good mix of families and friend groups. Snag a table on the patio.

Chicago magazine • April 16, 2012Highlights include a creamy pork liver mousseline, perfectly cooked black olive mezzaluna stuffed with puréed summer squash, and grilled baby octopus with serrano and pistachio.

Tim J. • September 13, 2018We had the recommendations from Lauren-the G&T’s and Western Style Oysters were great! New place looks awesome and has a great atmosphere.

Christopher F. • November 24, 2014The Allium Bar offers the best of a classic bar with a contemporary flair. The Manhattan is hard to beat there. Try the Lavage if you're looking for a light snack.

Sarah R. • August 11, 2017The chicken is amazing!! Also, Aged cheddar rillettes, spicy cucumber salad. You cannot go wrong. Snag a seat at the Hearth!!

C R. • September 6, 2016Exactly the kind of rooftop scene you'd expect in River North. Good food and drink choices if you must eat. All beers served in bottles. Cocktails are the way to go. Make sure to dress to impress.

Kindall H. • November 9, 2016Chic atmosphere welcoming everyone at any age. The food is simple yet superb and the cocktail menu is simple yet sofisticado. Not to mention the spectacular view at this rooftop.

Alison • March 11, 2022Love their happy hour. Nice casual hangout

Michelle B. • August 5, 2012Terrace is table service only, but well worth the wait. The hazelnut, chocolate nutella and caramel ice cream mini waffle cones are the perfect sweet treat - they come in a pair perfect for sharing.

Hayoshy A. • November 17, 2021It’s sooooo good. I love the breakfast

bauhausblack • May 29, 2011Cute banquette tables with great window views. Art Deco /Art Nouveau decor. Fabulous.

Christopher K. • April 19, 2019Have the Manchengo Burger with a side of Brussels Sprouts or shoe string French Fries (Careful, the Sprouts do have mushrooms, bacon and cloves of garlic; but very tasty). It was scrumptious!

Manoj A. • March 18, 2022upscale bar with darts drinks and TVs

Ainsley G. • June 17, 2013Loved the variety of the food menu and the beverage menu. The Deviled eggs and steak salad were both scrumptious! Cucumber smash was crisp and refreshing!

Missy S. • April 30, 2017Epic brunch buffet with bottomless mimosas on the weekends!

Margaret E. • August 21, 2011Wow! Amazing lobster truffle app mojito with roof top grown mint ~ yum!