Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Chicago

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria in the South Loop neighborhood is a great place to enjoy deep-dish pizzas with family and friends. Their savory sauce, gooey cheese and delicious fillings are just perfect to make you fall in love with their creations. Though the pizzeria is popular for its Deep Dish creations it also serves gluten-free, cheese and sausage thin crust pizzas. In addition, they are also known for their delectable appetizers, soups and lasagna. Check out their decadent spread of deserts that spans from brownie sundaes to tiramisu and chocolate pizza.

Big Star pays homage to the honky tonk era of Bakersfield with hillbilly music played nightly and the bar brimming with single barrel bourbon, tequila and beer. This late-night destination is also known for its Mexican street food-influenced menu. Dig into their dishes like Papas Con Rajas, Taco Al Pastor, Taco de Pollo and The Walking Taco. Take a sip of drinks like Lone Star, Gold Dust Gimlet, or Bakersfield Mule, or order a beer on the tap. Kick back and relax with your buddies at this laid-back food joint.

Nestled in Chicago's Andersonville, m.henry is your ideal destination where you can begin your mornings with a nourishing meal. Serving breakfast, brunch and lunch, the restaurant utilizes the best ingredients every season has to offer, to create delicious American dishes. The eggs, french toast, pudding and crepes are quite popular. m.henry encourages patrons to bring in their own libations that would best complement the menu offered. When the weather is pleasant, the garden section is opened to diners. You can even host your private celebration at m.henry.

The culinary entourage at Girl & The Goat has a delicious vegetarian, meat, and seafood spread. Specializing in locally-sourced and organic produce, this restaurant follows the farm-to-table philosophy to the tee. Vegetables, seafood, and meat are prepared innovatively in fun ways without compromising the variety. Going by the name, the goat dishes will tantalize your taste buds. While the menu changes with the season, the vibe remains unchanged. Even the excellent drinks list keeps you hooked, and you just can’t leave without ordering a beer on the tap. The exposed beams, wooden accents, and warm hues set the backdrop for an enjoyable dining experience with friends and family.

Come to Joe's Stone Crab to relish fresh seafood and mouth-watering desserts. This place uses quality ingredients and has been serving the city of Chicago since 2000. The food menu, with items such as lobster tail tempura and Jennie's potatoes, will surely tantalize your taste buds. Make sure you leave some place for the key lime pie. It's divine! Guests can also enjoy the finest cocktails served at the lounge. Joe's can be booked for both small parties and big occasions.

In its own words, Lula Café serves adventurous vegetarian food, for which it has grown in popularity and earned rave reviews in prestigious publications. It is an amazing breakfast and brunch spot with a focus on traditional American meals created with old recipes and sustainable, local produce. It was one of the first restaurants to adopt something like the farm-to-table approach. Its prix fixe dinner served every Monday has varied right from Lula Café's inception in 1999, to offer a lovely variety to its guests and keep them coming back for more. The chefs' artisanal cooking skills lend themselves perfectly while catering for banquets, weddings and corporate luncheons.