Ella Elli is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

1. Ella Elli

9.4
1349 w Cornelia (Southport), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Lakeview · 7 tips and reviews

J.R. R.J.R. Reed: Swanky club vibes inside but a nice patio, too (just watch out for rain drops). Wise selections include cauliflower, beets, lamb, Burrata pizza, & carbonara. Rosemary Gimlet might be the best cocktail

Kate R.Kate Richter: Love the cocktails

Zahra P.Zahra Parnianpour: I’ve been here 3 times and it never fails to impress me, the food is delicious and unique and the setting is minimal and pleasing to the eye

Trivoli Tavern is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

2. Trivoli Tavern

9.3
114 N Green St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · West Town · 2 tips and reviews

Marie L.Marie La Rue: Filet mignon cooked to perfection and excellent sides, order the steamed broccoli. Decor and music are a mood.

Missy S.Missy Smiler: Chicken pot pie

Gather is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

3. Gather

9.2
4539 N Lincoln Ave (btwn Wilson Ave & Sunnyside Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Ravenswood · 42 tips and reviews

JillJill: they take reservations for brunch! all the yum without the wait. glorious.

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Giant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

4. Giant

9.2
3209 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Logan Square · 21 tips and reviews

TanTan: The swordfish was very good! Nice place

MartinMartin: Ribeye w/ Sticky Rice, Peanut, Fresh Herbs and Chili Sauce

MartinMartin: A Little Biscuit w/ Jalapeño Butter

Cherry Circle Room is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

5. Cherry Circle Room

9.0
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 45 tips and reviews

ISC C.ISC Chicago: One of the darkest restaurants I’ve been to; love the jazz background music

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: The lack of windows, huge curved wooden bar, slick tufted booths and symbols emblazoned on everything feel like Don Draper’s supper club meets illuminati secret society. Read more.

Mike S.Mike Satinover: Gorgeous space, extremely laid back, with amazing cocktails by Paul McGee. Great approachable but thoughtful menu.

Jacky's Hot Dogs is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

6. Jacky's Hot Dogs

8.9
5415 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · West Elsdon · 12 tips and reviews

Gabby H.Gabby H: Best Chicago style hot dogs ever!!

Brendan K.Brendan Kenny: This place has been around since my dad was in high school. Always a great deal and great food. I've seen numerous Chicago cops eat here, so that definitely adds to this hot dog stands' credibility.

ShannyShanny: Love the BIG BABY  & fish with cheese 

Doc B's Fresh Kitchen River North is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

7. Doc B's Fresh Kitchen River North

8.9
55 E Grand Ave (Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 34 tips and reviews

Elizabeth G.Elizabeth Gàmez: Artichokes, California salad, and wokout bowl are super yummy!!

Rishad T.Rishad Tobaccowala: Order the chicken paillard . It's tasty and healthy ( delicious salad surrounds chicken). Balance it with the fries. They are real good!

Jessica M.Jessica Marhee: The veggie burger was excellent!! The French fries are a must. My boyfriend got the sweet potato fries and I would say pass, they are too thick. Have also ordered kale saad for lunch !!

RL Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

8. RL Restaurant

9.2
115 E Chicago Ave (at Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 115 tips and reviews

Dan V.Dan Verakis: On weekends, try the chicken hash on the brunch menus. It's awesome and big enough for two.

@JessicaLaShawn w.@JessicaLaShawn www.JessicaLaShawn.org: I fell in I've with the lobster bisque

DensDens: If you can find your way to the bathroom without asking for help then you're a smarter man than I.

Ada Street is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

9. Ada Street

9.2
1664 N Ada St (btwn Concord & Wabansia), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Bucktown · 67 tips and reviews

Molly E.Molly E: Such a great spot. Menu changes regularly.

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Doc B's Fresh Kitchen is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

10. Doc B's Fresh Kitchen

8.7
100 E Walton St (at N Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 85 tips and reviews

Vicki R.Vicki R.: Great service, loved the Fork and Knife salad. And don’t miss the guacamole with sweet potato chips—amazing!

Christine H.Christine Hong: Nice relaxed atmosphere and GREAT food and beer. Wings are excellent and you can't really go wrong with the burgers. Come say hi to Pat at the bar - he's awesome.

Chris R.Chris Roemmer: This place is amazing!! Have to get the Dragon or Napa burger! Make sure to sit at the bar!!! Pat is the man!!! Awesome craft beer as well!!

5 Loaves Eatery is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

11. 5 Loaves Eatery

8.6
405 E 75th St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Chatham · 24 tips and reviews

Michael "NaS" M.Michael "NaS" Moody 💵: Everything was great. Compliments to the chef. Had that down south hospitality. Definitely try the grill salmon croquettes.

Tina J.Tina Jackson: Salmon Croquettes Omelet..DELICIOUS ;-)

Marine N.Marine Nelson: The food is great!!!

LYFE Kitchen is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

12. LYFE Kitchen

8.6
259 E Erie St Ste 1-110 (Fairbanks), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 15 tips and reviews

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: I always go for the grilled chicken and avocado sandwich and one of their iced drinks with chia

Nathan C.Nathan Cooper: Kale banana smoothie. Unfried chicken

Nathan C.Nathan Cooper: Great addition to Streeterville! Try the Guacamole & Kale Banana smoothie!

Summer House Santa Monica is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

13. Summer House Santa Monica

8.6
1954 N Halsted St (btwn Armitage Ave & Willow St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · North Side · 134 tips and reviews

Jake H.Jake Helmen: Pizza and atmosphere are so great! A great date or brunch with friends

Daniel B.Daniel Braun: Calamari. Very yum. So taste. Wow.

Linda F.Linda Felter: A great place to get that summer vibe during the cold Chicago winters. And fantastic food! The other tips don't steer you wrong. Must haves: calamari & burrata.

The Kitchen is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

14. The Kitchen

8.8
316 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · River North · 22 tips and reviews

Gary W.Gary Wainer: Great bolognese. Also spiced eggplant terrific

Dan S.Dan Stamer: Get the Sticky Toffee Pudding!

BiancaBianca: I loved their food, the meatballs are a must! Try a seat on the patio - is romantic! 😎

Farm Bar is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Chicago.

15. Farm Bar

8.5
1300 W Wellington Ave (Lakeview), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Lakeview · 17 tips and reviews

DJ M.DJ Miller: Charming authentic neighborhood gastropub. Great people great food.

Dustin H.Dustin Haley: Cute place, get a table outside if you can. Food was quite good.

Jane B.Jane Blank: Excellent cheese curds, schnitzel chicken sandwich, and burger. Very friendly staff.