Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near River North, Chicago

Ashley R. • May 24, 2019All around excellent experience. Super seductive downstairs vibe, love the bench seating, leisurely service (come here to relax not to speed dine) and OMG dry aged Rib Eye. Fun corkage policy.

Hayley C. • March 13, 2022The Brussels sprouts were amazing! Good food and service, with a cozy ambiance.

Eric M. • January 18, 2015The shrimp pot pie is outstanding. Great whiskey list as well.

Tau W. • November 16, 2023Best wings ever, with hard hitting house music for background noise, great place with an amazing vibe

Alison • April 19, 2023Great brunch options. Loved that the entree came with a drink

Joseph M. • June 14, 2013The lunch discount special applies to the whole table if you ask. 20% off a party of five is nice. The food is great.

Jennifer E. • July 27, 2017Chicago dog was tasty! I enjoyed the different flavors

Nozomi Y. • April 24, 2021Super tasty! ✨ Small plates are not so small 😅

Molly E. • April 12, 2015The brioche crusted branzino is excellent! Great salads and juices.

Jim E. • April 18, 2010The steaks...lobster and fried ravioli were awesome! We had a party of 8 for a bitthday dinner and the service was fantastic!

Chris S. • June 3, 2022Food and service are fantastic. Menu is incredible. My only complaint is that the tables are too close together.

Allison K. • January 7, 2016Great sushi for a business lunch. Kinda pricey but worth it

Rahul V. • June 25, 2018An absolutely awesome place for late night drinks and food. Dress well and order anything on the menu...can't go wrong!

Shrikant S. • July 2, 2018The pork fried rice and the clasica whipped potatoes with crab are amazing !

Jen M. • March 3, 2015Check their Twitter first thing in the morning to find out their specials and to get live updates on item availability. Lemon poppyseed old fashioned is one of the best around.

Kristopher W. • July 3, 2015My wife says the gluten-free is excellent. The thin crust is good as well. Not excellent but good.

Gwen H. • April 2, 2021Their glitter latte was not only beautiful (yay, insta) but also delicious! The ambiance is lovely, and there’s plenty of seating both indoor and outdoor.

Elise M. • February 19, 2011Ask one of the mixologists to make you something 'on a whim'! Just tell em a spirit or what you usually drink & let them create something just for you!

brynn r. • July 26, 2012The service is beyond perfect. The Chef is fabulous. The restaurant is wonderful.

Angela P. • December 17, 2010Of course the beef is amzing....but please please do you body gody good and try the sauteed spinach...ummmmmmm sooo good!!

Ryan S. • June 27, 2010Expensive but worth it. Unlimited meat and salad bar. Great selection/cuts of steak. DOOOO IT!

Sandy P. • July 2, 2016Fish, steaks, chopped salad is my all time favorite.😃

Bianca • April 27, 2021Authentic Italian. Try their burrata and then some truffle pasta.

Corbin B. • June 28, 2012Chicken is amazing....Squash, Pork belly, short rib/scallops, and duck are all very tasty as well

AskMen • October 1, 2010You can’t go wrong with Mercadito; both the food & drinks are amazing, particularly any of the tacos – if you can get a table.

Heather F. • July 8, 2014The Parma-goat cheese & chicken-avocado were flavorful & delicious! Friendly staff too. I can't wait to go back!

Kristin G. • August 24, 2012Sashimi salad is delish! Ahi tuna always tastes great

Kevin M. • December 30, 2018Chicago's oldest tavern (est 1921). Fun, eclectic, lots of craft beers and good drinks, food is delicious and you'll feel like you've stepped back in time. Cheers!

Cécile • November 10, 2018Their space upstairs is perfect for private parties. Great margaritas.

Tobias R. • August 20, 2015The Italian Beef is the classic to have but make sure it is dipped because it's best wet and consider it with chilli peppers for a tasty extra kick!!!