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1. Tre Dita
4.8
Exceptional(1173)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 131 times today
Led by Chef Evan Funke, Tre Dita, Italian for "three fingers", pays homage to the precise measurement of bistecca Fiorentina. Whether you're booking in the dining room at Tre Dita or Bar Tre Dita, you will enjoy the full menu of antipasti, handmade pastas, signature entrees and steaks. The full cocktail, wine list and dessert menu is also available in both locations.Please note that Tre Dita only accepts reservations 7 days in advance.
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2. Alla Vita
4.8
Exceptional(2485)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • West Loop
Booked 151 times today
Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients. Follow @allavitachicago to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings.
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3. Aba - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(2885)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 253 times today
Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions. Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more.
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4. Rose Mary
4.8
Exceptional(3492)
Price: Expensive
• Croatian • West Loop
Booked 171 times today
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Rose Mary is Chef/Owner Joe Flamm’s debut restaurant inspired by his Italian heritage and the bold, bright flavors of Croatian cuisine. The boisterous space—named for Flamm’s grandmothers, Mary and Mary Rose, and the herb rosemary, which grows natively along the Italian and Croatian coastlines—offers a seasonal menu of rustic yet refined dishes that encapsulate what Flamm has coined “Adriatic drinking food”.
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5. PIZZ'AMICI
4.8
Exceptional(78)
Price: Expensive
• Pizza Bar • West Town
Booked 33 times today
Nothing brings people together more than pizza. Serving up the best Chicago thin crust pizza and classic American Italian dishes for sit down or carry-out, PIZZ'AMICI is the perfect spot for a date night, special celebration or a fine glass of wine. No matter where you come from or who you come with, we guarantee you'll feel at home here and leave with few more friends.
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6. il Carciofo
4.5
Awesome(368)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Loop
Booked 251 times today
Located in the historic Fulton Market district of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, il Carciofo is a Roman Italian restaurant drawing inspiration from the restaurants and markets in one of Chef Joe's favorite cities, Rome. The restaurant offers a seasonal menu of elevated yet familiar Italian fare with traditional antipasti, Roman-style pizzas, hand-rolled pastas produced daily in a dedicated pasta lab and market-driven mains that highlight the season's bounty.
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7. BLVD Steakhouse
4.3
Awesome(3041)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Loop
Booked 55 times today
BLVD Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse inspired by Hollywood's Sunset Blvd—the golden era's famed strip of dining and entertainment establishments. Our space embodies the glamour and luxury that defined Old Hollywood, offering sophisticated yet approachable service with a chef-driven menu of prime cuts, fresh seafood, and other seasonal favorites from Celebrity Chef/Partner Joe Flamm. Outside, our massive full season patio with a sprawling bar evokes an enchanted ‘secret garden’ look and feel with lush greenery, linen curtains, luxe upholstery, and romantic string lighting.
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8. Girl & the Goat
4.8
Exceptional(15169)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 197 times today
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.
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9. Fioretta
4.7
Exceptional(1024)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • West Loop
Booked 63 times today
Fioretta is reminiscent of a new-age Copacabana, celebrating old-world Italian cuisine with an opulent twist, a steady flow of impressive cocktails and wine, world-class live entertainment, and a glamorous vibe cast over the entire experience.Seamlessly blending steakhouse fare with elevated versions of old-world Italian cuisine with help from Italian-American Chef, Joe Rizza. The menu pays homage to the Italian immigrants who graciously first introduced Americans to southern Italian classics. Fioretta’s custom-built solid-fuel hearth and open kitchen allows Rizza and his culinary team to impart superb flavor, char and texture to each dish. The menu strives to strike the perfect balance between nostalgia and innovation.
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10. Nobu Chicago
4.5
Awesome(2265)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • West Loop
Booked 110 times today
OPEN FOR LUNCH 7 Days a weekCentrally located in Chicago's West Loop, Nobu Chicago playfully blends elements of old world Japanese and new world utilitarian.

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Planning the perfect date night in Chicago? Discover exclusive dining options that cater specifically to making your evening memorable. Chicago's dining scene is renowned for its diverse and vibrant offerings, and the exclusive restaurants featured for a date night are no exception. Each location boasts a unique blend of ambiance, gourmet cuisine, and impeccable service, ensuring a romantic and sophisticated dining experience. Whether you're interested in a cozy, intimate setting or a more dynamic, upscale atmosphere, you'll find establishments that perfectly match your date night criteria. These restaurants not only promise delicious meals but also create an environment that is ideal for a special night out with your loved one. Enjoy the best of Chicago's exclusive dining and make your next date night extraordinary.

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