Basil Leaf Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

1. Basil Leaf Cafe

8.1
2465 N Clark St (at W Roslyn Pl), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Park West · 26 tips and reviews

Ross P.Ross Park: Grilled portobello mushroom appetizer with balsamic glaze is awesome. And they might have the best seared ahi tuna I've ever had. Kudos to the chef

Arash A.Arash Ansari: One of the top Italian restaurants in Chicago! Definitely a Lincoln Park staple, the quality of food and staff etiquette is unmatched.

Stephanie D.Stephanie Davis: Best. Water. Ever.

Maxwell's at the Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

2. Maxwell's at the Club

7.5
500 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · River North · 7 tips and reviews

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: We love the wild mushroom soup, seared ahi tuna, orecchiette with sweet Italian sausage, and Gorgonzola-slathered filet mignon. And who can resist the coconut ice-cream snowball for dessert? Not us. Read more.

Brian S.Brian Simms: Don't miss the Sunday brunch, it's well put together.

Christopher F.Christopher Floss: Live music on Friday evenings. The brussel sprouts are a great appetizer. Great burger!

Shaw's Crab House is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

3. Shaw's Crab House

9.3
21 E Hubbard St (at N Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Seafood Restaurant · Near North Side · 220 tips and reviews

Jeremy S.Jeremy Schultz: The Yealands Sauv Blanc and Seared Ahi are delicious.

Pamela C.Pamela Carpenter: Best Sunday brunch in the city! Something for everyone

Lettuce Entertain YouLettuce Entertain You: Lobster rolls are a must!

Mixed Greens is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

4. Mixed Greens

8.5
308 W Erie St, Chicago, IL
Salad Restaurant · River North · 21 tips and reviews

Anna J.Anna J.: The "Parlez vous francais salad" is a must. Spinach, apples, edamame, strawberries and goat cheese.

Jim L.Jim Leiser: Try the grilled cheese. Delicious.

Emily B.Emily Belden: Paninis no joke take 20 minutes so plan your lunch hour accordingly when you're in a line of 40 people.

Zanies Comedy Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

5. Zanies Comedy Club

8.3
1548 N Wells St (btwn North Ave & Schiller St), Chicago, IL
Comedy Club · Old Town · 20 tips and reviews

Ana P.Ana Parrott: Moved from NYC. My husband and I love comedy, we hadn't found a spot that was as good as the ones we used to go to in NYC. Zanies is awesome! TIP: free on Tuesdays if you live in the neighborhood!

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Zanies hosts stand-up comedy headliners such as Jay Leno, Richard Lewis and Emo Phillips.

House of BluesHouse of Blues: Best place in town to catch a comedy show!

The Reservoir is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

6. The Reservoir

8.7
844 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Uptown · 44 tips and reviews

Chris H.Chris Hooker: This place is such a welcome addition to Buena Park! Go for Sunday Brunch, they have a whole separate menu and it's full of great brunch staples like Crab Benedict and Spinach Florentine.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: It has ambition to take its food up a step from Uptown's everyman vibe, even if not everything works.

Rachel B.Rachel Brown: The Mac & Cheese with burnt ends is DELICIOUS.

Vince's Italian Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

7. Vince's Italian Restaurant

7.9
4747 N Harlem Ave (Lawrence), Harwood Heights, IL
Italian Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Israel S.Israel Smith: Pizza was very good and the staff and owner were all extremely nice! Great place!

Richard C.Richard Charneske: Frank s Bar tonight come on over for a Grate Drink

Barbara P.Barbara Phistry: We had family style in the banquet room. Food was good and service was as well.

Salad House is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

8. Salad House

8.0
3176 North Broadway (at W Belmont Ave), Chicago, IL
Salad Restaurant · Lake View East · 21 tips and reviews

Melody L.Melody Legge: Blackened chicken wrap. Good flavor. Love the chipotle dressing that comes with it. Torts strips add a nice crunch. Love that it's grilled. Little spicy. Clean. Friendly. Salad toppings are endless

Marc G.Marc Garcia: Love the Señora that works there! Get the buffalo chicken!

Renae L.Renae L: Free fountain soda if you eat in house. Great alternative to subway. I had the pesto chicken wrap and was pleased. Chips come with wrap! All of this for $6.25. DEAL!

Tortoise Supper Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

9. Tortoise Supper Club

8.3
350 N State St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 51 tips and reviews

Travis T.Travis Tindell: Best dining experience in Chicago. Classic cocktails, Jazz music, grasshoppers, just perfect ambiance. We had New York strip and surf & turf (lobster ravioli and short rib). It was too die for.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The burger here passes the ultimate test: The flavorful beef, a house blend, would be good sans condiments. But it’s even better with just a hint of pickles, red-wine onions, aioli and Uplands cheddar Read more.

Shannon B.Shannon B.: Great cocktail program and supper club ambience. 1/2 off Craft Cocktails in the bar on Wednesdays.

Delightful Pastries is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

10. Delightful Pastries

7.4
5927 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
Bakery · Jefferson Park · No tips or reviews
The Crossroads Bar & Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

11. The Crossroads Bar & Grill

8.2
1120 W Madison St (at May St), Chicago, IL
Bar · Near West Side · 48 tips and reviews

David K.David Kohn: Great outdoor seating and daily drink specials, plus great people watching.

Evan L.Evan Lukaske: This bar no longer has the carrot cake that everyone in the tips section raves about. Also, I'm pretty sure all the waitresses are on meth.

@steveGOgreen@steveGOgreen: Great Tunes, Great bar staff and Great food!

Mastro's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

12. Mastro's Steakhouse

8.8
520 N Dearborn St (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 122 tips and reviews

Chris N.Chris Nakutis: Everyone comes for the steak, but their sushi is the best in Chicago. Lobster Rolls with real lobster tail. Fantastic.

MJ D.MJ D.: BUTTER CAKE. Real whipped cream, nice crisp outside, warm and rich on the inside. Dessert doesn't get better than this.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The martini is shaken with dry ice so it bubbles like a cauldron, steaks come out perfectly medium-rare & a signature side of lobster mashed potatoes is comically indulgent. http://tmoutchi.us/10esgeQ Read more.

Barcocina is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

13. Barcocina

7.8
2901 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL
Tapas Restaurant · Lakeview · 28 tips and reviews

C R.C Rey: Gorgeous space in Lakeview with all kinds of delcious taco inspired foods, tasty summer drinks, and an awesome outdoor space and feel throughout. Come here early for drinks/food before your night out.

Jackie K.Jackie Klein: I actually thing the Mexican food is pretty good despite being a fratty sport bar

Matt D.Matt Dicker: Going with the tacos? Get the mahi mahi...super tasty and healthy too!

Franklin Tap is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

14. Franklin Tap

7.5
325 S Franklin St (btwn W Jackson St & W Van Buren St), Chicago, IL
Pub · The Loop · 26 tips and reviews

Jake M.Jake Marquis: We have a brand new food menu & a ever rotating selection of draft beers & unique microbrews. The daily specials are your friend. Drink up!

Anthony H.Anthony Handley: Get here early on Fridays. It's standing room only by 4pm.

Acorn Cabin Rentals n.Acorn Cabin Rentals near Dollywood: Good beer deals, not so good liquor drink deals...kind of dark in there, but a good neighborhood place.

The Warehouse Bar & Pizzeria Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Seared Ahi Tuna in Chicago.

15. The Warehouse Bar & Pizzeria Chicago

7.7
1419 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · North Side · 9 tips and reviews

Corey M.Corey McGee: Great daily specials, and an interesting menu.

Bob D.Bob DeGraff: Underwhelming Pizza.

Lindsay M.Lindsay M: Delicious food and friendly bartenders!