Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.
There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, Chicago has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.
To aid in your search, compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Chicago using rankings from . Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!
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#30. Coco Pazzo
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (439 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 300 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654-4420
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#29. La Scarola
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (624 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 721 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654-5507
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#28. Momotaro
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (345 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 820 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607-1728
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#27. Les Nomades
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (356 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 222 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611-3258
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#26. RPM Steak
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (929 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 66 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654-4627
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#25. RL
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,150 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 115 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-2010
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#24. CDA
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (432 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 20 E Chestnut St Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL 60611-2664
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#23. Roka Akor - Chicago
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (627 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 456 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654-4517
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#22. Steak 48
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (435 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 615 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
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#21. Kinzie Chophouse
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#20. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (3,827 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1028 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
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#19. Piccolo Sogno
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (589 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 464 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642-7687
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#18. Swift & Sons
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (341 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1000 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607-1299
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#17. Oriole
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (160 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 661 W. Walnut St., Chicago, IL 60661
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#15. Tortoise Supper Club
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (595 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 350 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654-5411
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#14. Shanghai Terrace
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (411 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese, Asian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 108 E Superior St, Chicago, IL 60611-2508
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#13. Girl & The Goat
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (3,369 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607-2310
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#12. Acanto
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (514 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: $$ - $$$
- Price: not available
- Address: 18 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603-3200
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#11. Shaw's Crab House
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (3,299 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 21 E Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60611-3512
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#10. Sapori Trattoria
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (513 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2701 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614-1413
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#9. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (4,400 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 60 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3533
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#8. Volare
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,345 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 201 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611-3311
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#7. Monteverde
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (367 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1020 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607-2008
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#6. The Lobby
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (381 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 108 E Superior St Peninsula Hotel, Chicago, IL 60611-2508
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#5. The Polo Inn Bridgeport U.S.A.
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (368 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3322 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60608-6727
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#4. Boka Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (695 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1729 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614-5537
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#3. Bavette's Bar & Boeuf
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,560 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 218 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654-4908
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#2. Eddie V's Prime Seafood
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (955 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 521 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
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#1. The Capital Grille
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,117 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 633 N Saint Clair St, Chicago, IL 60611
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