Suggestions for New American Restaurant near Fulton River District, Chicago

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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!!

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

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. 

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.

Rick D. • August 27, 2019Awesome place get the wine flight and get more of your favorite!

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.

Zeke F. • July 20, 2017Amazingly fresh ingredients! The tasting menu is the way to go, but if you see an entree you like you can add it in.

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.

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.

Stefanie K. • May 26, 2017I had the Sriracha BLT with sweet potato fries. Delicious! Great, friendly service. Excellent recommendations. Similar to the Dearborn.

Crain's Chicago Business • July 22, 2010Roasted chicken breast is a standout w/ chipotle glaze & rich veal sauce. It comes atop garlic mashed potatoes and haricots verts with red peppers and shiitake mushrooms.

Meagan B. • November 12, 2011Enjoy the lovely city view of the Finance Types bustling about, as well as a nice wine list & really good happy hour for apps. (3-6)

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.

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

Shannon J. • June 27, 2022The drinks are definitely overpriced but the views are lovely and they have a full bar.

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

Alison • March 18, 2022Didn’t get any food, but did enjoy their bar.