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78 places to eat in Loop Chicago
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Situated on the iconic Chicago River with stunning views of downtown, River Roast is a lively social house and gathering place. The menu features contemporary American tavern fare with dramatic presentations of whole roasted chicken, whole roasted fish, and slow roasted beef.
Savanna Breakfast & Lunch Lakeview American restaurant
Savanna is a breakfast and brunch restaurant that offers a wide range of delicious dishes that are perfect for starting your day. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, The menu features classic breakfast items such as pancakes, waffles, and eggs, as well as more unique dishes like Llapingachos Benedict, Mote pillo , and Our best seller Savanna Banana French toast 🏆Also offer a variety of drinks including coffee, latte, cappuccino, smoothies , MIMOSAS , MARGARITAS , BLODYMARY and more COCKTAILS Overall, Savanna is a must-visit restaurant for anyone who loves breakfast and brunch. With its delicious food and cozy atmosphere, it's the perfect place to start your day off on the right foot."
Shula's Steak House American restaurant
Indulge in distinctive fine dining at Shula's Steak House, renowned for its exclusive, high-quality SHULA CUT® meat and fresh seafood. Sample a mouthwatering steak at our Chicago Riverwalk restaurant, boasting beautiful views.
Stetsons Modern Steak + Sushi American restaurant
Stetsons Modern Steak + Sushi offers a creative menu of land and sea that celebrates locality and seasonality.
Sweetwater Tavern & Grille (Michigan Plaza - Chicago) American restaurant
Located right on Michigan Avenue, Sweetwater Tavern & Grille offers a vibrant setting with full city views from its inviting indoor and patio seating. As a premier destination for modern American cuisine, their menu is perfectly paired with an exceptional selection of craft beers and seasonal cocktails. Sweetwater is an ideal spot for any occasion, from lunch and dinner to happy hour and late-night celebrations. Situated just north of Millennium Park and a short walk from the Theater District, it’s the perfect blend of casual comfort and upscale urban energy.
Taste America Restaurant Group American restaurant
A restaurant at 1 N LaSalle St in Chicago.
Taste of Chicago Restaurant American restaurant
No-fuss counter-serve eatery grilling & frying up local American, Mexican & Italian favorites.
The Ambassador Room American restaurant
Step into a Chicago icon reborn. Once the legendary Pump Room, the Ambassador Room at The Chicago Hotel Collection – Ambassador Gold Coast now ushers in a new era of dining and cocktails in a space that once welcomed Hollywood legends. Enjoy our daily brunch buffet with fresh-baked pastries, seasonal fruit, and chef-crafted hot selections. Evenings feature a curated dinner menu with shareable bites, truffle burgers, shrimp scampi, and indulgent desserts. Pair it all with signature cocktails, fine wines, and craft beers. With live weekend music and timeless style, the Ambassador Room is where history and modern indulgence meet.
The Berghoff Restaurant American restaurant
Located in Chicago's Loop for more than 127 years, The Berghoff Restaurant includes a full-service Restaurant & Bar, the Loop's only Brewery-Adams Street Brewery and a location at O'Hare International Airport. The Berghoff is known for family traditions, its annual Oktoberfest celebration, and being a part of the fabric of Chicago.
The Berghoff Restaurant is a Chicago landmark, home of Chicago's No. 1 Liquor License and one of the oldest, family-run establishments in the nation. Our menu includes classics (like Wiener Schnitzel and Sauerbraten) as well as newer, lighter, and allergen-friendly dishes (such as Sausage Trio and Cedar Plank Salmon). Be sure to try the famous Berghoff Root Beer and in-house brewed beer.
The Cheesecake Factory American restaurant
The Cheesecake Factory offers something for everyone featuring a wide variety of over 200 menu items prepared fresh to order each day, plus over 30 legendary varieties of the Finest Cheesecake.
The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant American restaurant
Once the home of Engine 104 to now a landmark steakhouse. The Chicago Firehouse restaurant is a staple of the neighborhood and a South loop destination. Our menu offers such varied items such as prime steaks, catch of the day to comfort items such as meatloaf and half roasted chicken. Come in, mingle with the locals and let us do what we do best, taking care of you!
The Dawson American restaurant
Inspired Fare & Acclaimed Cocktails in Sprawling River West
The Dawson is an expansive indoor/outdoor, multi-level dining space that boasts one of Chicago’s top covered and heated patios, offering an exceptional experience for groups of all sizes right in the heart of the city.
The Dearborn American restaurant
Irish-born, Chicago-made. Owned by sisters Amy and Clodagh Lawless, The Dearborn brings over 40 years of combined hospitality experience to the heart of Chicago’s Loop. Renowned for a warm atmosphere and award-winning cuisine from Executive Chef Aaron Cuschieri, we are downtown Chicago’s premier destination for every occasion. Join us for a lively business lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, or post-theatre drinks at the bar. Enjoy house favorites like our famous Fish 'n' Chips, crisp tavern pizza, or signature Dearborn Burger. Host corporate dinners, private events, or intimate celebrations in our dedicated private dining space. Exceptional service and warm Midwestern hospitality always await you. Kitchen closes at 10 PM; bar closes at 11 PM.
The Duck Inn American restaurant
The Duck Inn is a neighborhood gastro-tavern and dining room, located at Loomis Street and the Chicago River, on the border of Chicago’s booming Pilsen and Bridgeport neighborhoods. It’s housed in a pre-Prohibition era tavern with a cozy retro design aesthetic that feels like home.
The Duck Inn's signature dish is a simple yet elegantly-prepared whole rotisserie duck. The legs and thighs are slow-roasted for three hours and the breasts are pan-roasted medium-rare to order. The carved duck is served over greens tossed with duck fat dripping potatoes and seasonal fruits. The final component is a duck jus reduction served at the table.
The Evie American restaurant
The Evie, a versatile venue opened in July 2023, caters to a variety of tastes. Whether it's a celebratory steak dinner, a casual lunch, or a fresh sushi platter, The Evie offers an elevated yet approachable dining experience in the heart of Chicago.
The Gage American restaurant
Iconic Michigan Avenue Gastropub
The Gage has become a perennial favorite of locals and visitors alike for nearly twenty years by effortlessly blending European influence with American style. The restaurant serves refined, rustic cuisine, innovative libations and an award- winning wine list all in a lively, convivial setting. A “must visit” among Chicago’s dining scene.
The Marq American restaurant
The Marq is an eatery in the Loop of Chicago situated in the landmark Marquette Building, offering a seasonal menu of modern American fare with global influences, along with craft beers, crafted cocktails and wine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a handsome setting. Offering Delivery, Carry-Out, Catering and Executive Lunch Boxes. Located in the heart of The Chicago Loop and steps away from CIBC Theatre, James M. Nederlander Theatre, Cadillac Palace Theatre, Goodman Theatre, The Chicago Theatre, Auditorium Theatre, The Art Institute of Chicago and of course Sears Tower (Willis Tower).
The Smith American restaurant
Located in the heart of River North, The Smith brings its signature lively atmosphere to Chicago. Whether its an after work bite, drinks on the town, a birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight-night, we’ve got you covered.
The Soul Food Lounge American restaurant
Get ready to embark on a culinary journey of flavors that dance like never before. At The Soul Food Lounge, where American heritage meets global influences, each dish is a masterpiece of taste crafted with care. Indulge in a fusion of traditional soul food favorites infused with daring international twists, a true celebration of culture and creativity at every bite.
The Walnut Room American restaurant
A longtime Macy's staple with wood paneling & chandeliers, where the American fare features pot pie.
The Warbler American restaurant
Stylized diner pairing New American & vegetarian eats with bird-themed cocktails & draft beers.
Tommy's Grill American restaurant
Counter-serve joint doling out basic American meals for breakfast & lunch in a bare-bones setting.
Tracks End Restaurant American restaurant
Tracks End Restaurant is a restaurant at 8538 S Holland Rd in Chicago.
True Food Kitchen American restaurant
True Food Kitchen at River North is a chef-driven restaurant in Chicago built around seasonal ingredients and bold, craveable flavor. Its 100% seed oil-free menu includes bowls, salads, burgers, entrées and more, alongside vegetarian, vegan and gluten-friendly choices. Guests can visit for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch, choose pickup or delivery, arrange catering, or reserve space for an event. True Food Kitchen is a local favorite for workday meetings, downtown meetups, date nights, lunch with friends, and family gatherings.
United Grill American restaurant
United Grill is a restaurant at 4803 W Armitage Ave in Chicago.
Valois Restaurant American restaurant
A counter-service smorgasbord of American comfort food served in a casual, muraled space. Cash only.
Weber Grill American restaurant
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The Weber Grill Restaurant is the result of over 60 years of Classic Outdoor Grilling—from the people who invented the Weber Charcoal kettle grill. You‘ll taste the difference that decades of grilling expertise make. More than a steakhouse & BBQ, our chefs are the grilling experts for seafood and vegetable specials as well. Our secret: a commitment to using quality ingredients, innovative recipes, honed grilling technique, and Weber charcoal kettles. We are especially proud of our Hand-Cut Black Angus Steaks, Wood-Smoked Barbecue, Fire-Inspired Seasonal Entrees, Charcoal Seared Burgers and Fresh Grilled Seafood.
Willow Room American restaurant
New American fare offered in a chic, rustic-industrial space with a basement wine cellar & bar.
goosefoot® American restaurant
Goosefoot is an intimate fine-dining restaurant in the heart of downtown Lincoln Square, led by chef-owners Chris Nugent and Nina Nugent. The space features a subtle palette of grays accented with gold and black, creating a refined and elegant atmosphere.
Chef Nugent presents an elaborate multi-course tasting menu that blends classic French technique with a modern vision, showcasing carefully sourced products from small artisan farms. Known for its precision, refinement, and visual artistry, the cuisine offers a truly memorable dining experience.
Please note: We are no longer BYOB.
the Albert American restaurant
Keeping with a classic, yet bold approach, the Albert fuses signature and innovative dishes with intricate nuances that shock the taste buds and make the art of dining a pleasure. Einstein once said “To keep your balance you must keep moving.” In this vein the Albert strives to embrace the eclectic and the seasonal. With an eye on aesthetic, our food and our cocktails serve to playfully present the familiar in a distinctly creative fashion- crafted with global influence and Midwestern ingredients. Set in a space that honors the surreal with stunning art, lively energy and warm hospitality- the Albert aims to school and to stimulate.