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

Meghan P.Meghan Preuss: Such a cute wine bar!! Haven’t tried the food but perfect for a drink before or after dinner

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

9.4
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 C.Missy Clarin: Chicken pot pie

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

3. Giant

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

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

MartinMartin: A Little Biscuit w/ Jalapeño Butter

Bhavna K.Bhavna Khurana: Expensive but great for special occasions. We went there to celebrate our anniversary and the staff gave us great personal service and made our day extra special!

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

4. Gather

9.0
4539 N Lincoln Ave (btwn Wilson Ave & Sunnyside Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Ravenswood · 42 tips and reviews

Genie B.Genie B: The brandade on potato blini is outstanding. Creamy. Perfect.

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

5. Cherry Circle Room

8.8
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 45 tips and reviews

Lucille F.Lucille Fisher: Very retro-as in Don Draper & his crew may come any moment. Beautifully restored, like the rest of the Chicago Athletic Association.Breakfast,lunch, dinner. Great for date nights. Eclectic menu.

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

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

6. Doc B's Fresh Kitchen River North

8.8
55 E Grand Ave (Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 34 tips and reviews

Hamid A.Hamid Alan9ary: We were surprised by the flavor and tasty dishes here! Everything we had was unexpectedly good. The star was the tuna salad that made us come back again! It’s addictive. #Yeswaa

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 !!

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

7. 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!!

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

8. RL Restaurant

9.1
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.

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

9. Jacky's Hot Dogs

8.5
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 

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

10. Summer House Santa Monica

8.8
1954 N Halsted St (btwn Armitage Ave & Willow St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · North Side · 134 tips and reviews

Katie M.Katie Misek: I had the daily special which was a lobster roll, it was very tasty. The fries are thin and crispy, very good!

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.

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

11. Ada Street

9.0
1664 N Ada St (btwn Concord & Wabansia), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Bucktown · 67 tips and reviews

Thomas B.Thomas Beckman: Brussel, carpaccio, gnocchi, steak were fantastic. Service was great and everyone was so friendly and on pulse

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

12. Gale Street Inn

8.6
4914 N Milwaukee Ave (at Gale St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Jefferson Park · 57 tips and reviews

Horace H.Horace Hunter Jr.: One of the best racks of ribs I’ve ever had. The meat fell off the bones. Excellent recommendations and service by Denise! Will definitely be back!!

@EdmundCruz@EdmundCruz: The ribs are awesome! Fallin' right off the bone...

Laura G.Laura G: Some of the best food in the city! Best ribs for sure.

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

13. LYFE Kitchen

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

Lucille F.Lucille Fisher: Healthy & delicious dining option with very democratic prices. Good service too.

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

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

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

14. Flo

8.9
1434 W Chicago Ave (btwn Greenview Ave. & Bishop St.), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · West Town · 83 tips and reviews

A-BombA-Bomb: The Fruity Pebbles French toast was the perfect sugary comfort food for me!

Jessica S.Jessica Striebich: get there early for brunch on the weekends, enjoy coffee on the house while you wait

Jon S.Jon Steinback: FRUITY PEBBLE CRUSTED FRENCH TOAST!!!

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

15. 5 Loaves Eatery

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

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

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

Kim G.Kim Goodman: The best grits & Ms. Joyce is wonderful!!! If its your birthday, she may even sing for you!