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Restaurants near Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

The Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile stands as a gateway to the vibrant energy of Chicago, providing guests with easy access to both the city's cultural landmarks and its culinary delights. Where to Eat Near Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile? Just steps from this bustling hotel, the dining scene is diverse and dynamic. Options range from contemporary Italian fare showcasing shareable dishes to sizzling steakhouse experiences featuring premium USDA cuts. Seafood lovers can indulge in fresh catches and classic preparations inspired by coastal traditions. Whether you're in the mood for a lively atmosphere or a more relaxed dining experience, there’s something to satisfy every palate. Enjoy memorable meals paired with the rich culinary culture that defines the Windy City.
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1. Crying Tiger
4.7
Exceptional(976)
$$$$
• Southeast Asian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 177 times today
Located in Chicago's River North, Crying Tiger is a celebration of the bold, diverse flavors of Southeast Asia, and the first collaboration between James Beard Finalist Chef Thai Dang and Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants. The space, designed by David Collins Studio, merges the vibrant energy of Southeast Asian night markets with Chicago's architectural character, featuring a photo-worthy tiger rendered in hand-glazed ceramic tiles, a winter garden, and a 10-seat semi-private dining room.The menu showcases shareable dishes inspired by Chef Dang's travels across Bangkok, Vietnam, and beyond. Highlights include Prawn Toast Youtiao, Clay Pot Lobster Pad Thai, and Grilled Wagyu Beef Nam Tok, alongside curries and inventive desserts from Netflix's School of Chocolate winner, Pastry Chef Juan Gutierrez.The cocktail program from Beverage Director Kevin Beary balances craft and creativity with an equal number of cocktails and zero-proof beverages inspired by Thai and Vietnamese café culture.
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2. RPM Italian - Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(12952)
$$$$
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 138 times today
Located in Chicago’s River North, RPM Italian is a modern Italian restaurant from Lettuce Entertain You and Bill and Giuliana Rancic. Near the Chicago Riverwalk, Magnificent Mile, and the Loop, the venue is known for its sleek, modern design and stylish atmosphere.The kitchen, led by Executive Chef Partner Bob Broskey, serves a contemporary menu of Italian dishes designed for sharing, with a focus on quality and sourcing. Highlights include house-made pastas crafted daily, Truffle Garlic Bread, Mama DePandi's Bucatini, and prime steaks, paired with an extensive Italian wine list, amaro, craft cocktails, and beer. The restaurant is open for dinner daily, with weekday happy hour in the bar.With flexible private dining rooms and customizable event menus, RPM Italian offers an upscale option for weddings, corporate parties, and social gatherings, as well as off-site catering for events.This Thanksgiving, join us for a special prix fixe menu for $115 per person, plus tax & gratuity.
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3. Quartino - Chicago
4.5
Awesome(11868)
$$$$
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 141 times today
Quartino Ristorante is a lively, authentic Italian restaurant and wine bar in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Our menu features Italy's regional specialties including artisanal salumi, Neapolitan thin-crust pizza, house-made pasta, and seasonal dishes. Menu items, served in moderate portions and meant to be shared, are perfect for adventurous diners ready for a unique experience.
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4. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
4.9
Exceptional(18835)
$$$$
• Seafood • River North (Chicago)
Booked 161 times today
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is the culmination of a partnership between Lettuce Entertain You and Joe's Stone Crab, the legendary seafood restaurant of Miami Beach. Joe's features an extensive selection of seafood, flown in fresh daily, to complement the world's finest Florida Stone Crab claws. Joe's also features signature prime steaks, hand-carved by master butchers such as our 24 oz. Bone-In Rib Eye. Matched with Joe's famous side dishes, dinner only gets better when capped with a slice of key lime pie.
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5. SUSHI-SAN - River North
4.7
Exceptional(1821)
$$$$
• Japanese • River North (Chicago)
Booked 149 times today
Located in Chicago's River North, Sushi-san brings together elevated Japanese cuisine and warm hospitality all set to the beat of golden-era hip-hop. Daily deliveries from the Yamasaki family at Tokyo's Toyosu Fish Market ensure the freshest fish and seafood, with a menu built around a simple philosophy: source and serve the best ingredients in the world.Highlights include signature maki rolls and San-sets like the Mr. Maguro and Megatron, both showcasing Balfego bluefin tuna, alongside binchotan charcoal-grilled meats and vegetables, crispy tempura, sizzling rice plates, and desserts from award winning pastry chef Juan Gutierrez.The beverage program features one of Chicago's largest collections of Japanese whisky, creative Japanese-inspired cocktails, curated sake and wine lists, and Asahi lager pulled from a specially imported Hoshizaki blast chiller and served in a frosted mug.Open for lunch, dinner, happy hour, and late-night bites. Carryout and delivery available daily.
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6. Beatrix - River North
4.6
Exceptional(5751)
$$$$
• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 176 times today
Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant was created by Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and house blends from our very own, Beatrix Coffee Roasters. Beatrix is open daily for coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
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7. il Porcellino
4.8
Exceptional(5067)
$$$$
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 130 times today
Il Porcellino is a neighborhood Italian-American restaurant in Chicago’s River North, just steps from the Chicago River and the Magnificent Mile. Named by Yelp and TimeOut as one of the Most Romantic Restaurants in the U.S., Il Porcellino is a cozy spot for dinner in one of the city’s most vibrant dining districts. The atmosphere is warm and energetic, with a bustling dining room that feels both casual and celebratory, ideal for date nights, group dinners, and family gatherings. The restaurant serves classic Italian comfort food centered around housemade pastas, antipasti, and signature dishes including Baked Burrata Lasagna. Seasonal specials highlight simple, ingredient-driven cooking inspired by Italian-American traditions, while the curated wine list focuses on Italian selections designed for sharing. Il Porcellino also offers private dining for gatherings of all sizes, from intimate celebrations to large corporate events, with customizable spaces tailored to each occasion.
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8. RPM Steak
4.8
Exceptional(7068)
$$$$
• Steak • River North (Chicago)
Booked 81 times today
Welcome to RPM Steak, River North's upscale and modern steakhouse, just steps away from the Magnificent Mile and downtown theater district. Created by Lettuce Entertain You and Giuliana & Bill Rancic, RPM Steak pairs an award-winning wine list and expertly crafted cocktails with exceptional service and the world's most pristine beef. Led by Executive Chef Partner Bob Broskey, RPM Steak serves the finest globally sourced cuts, including Dry-Aged Ribeye, Japanese A5 Wagyu, tableside sliced Tomahawk, Filet Mignons, and more. Join us for dinner service daily, as well as Happy Hour from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at The Proper Bar. RPM Steak offers off-site catering as well as semi-private and private dining spaces, for intimate gatherings for up to 8 or large celebrations for up to 300 guests.
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9. Siena Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(6701)
$$$$
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 100 times today
Entirely rooted in a "from scratch" approach, we present upscale, classic Italian fares, straight from Top Chef alum, Fabio Viviani. Siena Tavern's extensive wine list and our highly contemporary design, interspersed with rustic details, elevates the genuine Italian dining experience while simultaneously maintaining authenticity.​ ​Farm to fork, refined and redefined.
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10. Shaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(14905)
$$$$
• Seafood • River North (Chicago)
Booked 170 times today
Since 1984, Shaw’s Crab House has earned its status as a Chicago icon with its unwavering commitment to quality and warm, dedicated staff. This generational restaurant embodies timeless seafood traditions inspired by America's coastal crab houses, creating a classic dining experience that stands the test of time. Signature dishes include King Crab Legs, oysters from both coasts, hand-rolled sushi, fresh fish, and more. After 40 years of excellence, Shaw's was ranked #8 in Chicago Magazine's Best Chicago Restaurants of 2024.The restaurant's 1940s-style design features two distinct dining rooms: the lively, casual Oyster Bar and the elegant, white-tablecloth Main Dining Room. Guests who reserve "Hightop" seating will dine in the Oyster Bar, while "Standard" seating is for the Main Dining Room.Located in the heart of River North, Shaw’s is just a short walk from Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a memorable seafood experience.

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