1. Irazu
8.8
1865 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Oakley Ave), Chicago, IL
Latin American Restaurant · Bucktown · 106 tips and reviews
Todd Foster: Grilled steak was delicious! Just don't forget to bring cash.
Kris D: Oatmeal shake is a must. Grilled steak is amazing upgrade to the authentic rice worth the buck. If you get Omar as a waiter tip him well, so makes the visit laid back....
TJ Devo: this is my favorite restaurant in the wp area. coffee is amazing, gallo pinto with plantains & eggs is a must
Blake J. Graham: One of the best Thai restaurants I’ve ever been to. Get the chicken satay, grilled steak salad with sticky rice, and braised chicken
Lucille Fisher: Ahhh! Finally found an truly authentic street food style Thai restaurant! Simply decorated, place, friendly people and the food takes me back to the days when I lived in Bangkok!
Graham Siegel: Roasted pork salad shouldn't be missed. Don't forget to ask for dessert (coconut pudding, amazing).
3. Beat Kitchen
8.4
2100 W Belmont Ave (at Hoyne Ave), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Roscoe Village · 49 tips and reviews
Simon & Schuster: A favorite of Steve Seabury, author of Mosh Potatoes heavy metal cookbook. The grilled steak sandwich with their homemade spicy coleslaw will rock your world. Wash it down with a Fat Tire Amber Ale. Read more.
Erin Adams: More than music! Don't miss the patio in the summer....and great food (yum steak sandwich)
Explore Chicago: The Beat Kitchen hosts The Chicago Underground Comedy showcase each Tuesday with some of the city’s most talented and promising comedians. The showcase is every Tuesday at 9:30pm; tickets are $5.
Shannon Jeropke: Try the grilled steak taco
Eater: El Milagro's four locations serve champurrado, a Mexican drink that pairs well with churros, made with masa, cinnamon, chocolate and milk. Read more.
Kyle M: Get the tacos, they're good
6. Roka Akor
8.7
456 N Clark St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Japanese Restaurant · River North · 93 tips and reviews
Jeff: The decadent omakase is worth the splurge. Robata grilled steaks are amazing. The mushroom rice hotpot with black truffle is a treat.
Chicago magazine: Try: gilded wagyu tartare gunkan maki topped with caviar and wasabi and the lightly battered fried squid with jalapeño rings. Say no to the salt-grilled saba.
Time Out Chicago: Try the chef’s selection steak from our 100 Best list: Go for the chef’s selection, they’re beautifully marbled, expertly grilled over Japanese binchotan charcoal, and the best value in the house.
7. Avec
9.2
615 W Randolph St (at N Jefferson St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · West Loop · 214 tips and reviews
Simple Foodie: Hummus with Carrots- get extra pita (must), Roasted Pork, Grilled Steak - small plate, Heirloom Tomato Salad
Ashley Sheeran: Love the minimal design. Must have bacon-wrapped dates! Open late - great date spot.
Mazda: avec, a wine bar from the award-winning team behind Blackbird restaurant, opened in October 2003.
8. Ignotz Ristorante
8.7
2421 S Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Heart of Chicago · 11 tips and reviews
Margo Andrews: Lasagna, clam sauce, and gnocchi were awesome! As well as the bread and more importantly, the service!
Jeff Willinger: The best advise I can give is to go to another place. UNLESS you have 2-3 hours for dinner in a non-A/C place, go somewhere else.
Sly Gam: Very good food and wonderful service!
12. Tony's Italian Beef
8.4
7007 S Pulaski Rd (at W 70th St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · West Lawn · 17 tips and reviews
Scott Condon: The Breaded Steak and the Beef sandwiches are the Best around but everything is ery good there, a solid go to place.
Serious Eats: They still offer Grandpa Tony's housemade <strong>Italian beef</strong>, but there's also lot more options than there were originally. If you like sandwiches, you'll find one for you.
Eric G: Greek Chicken sandwich is my favorite!!"+
Roslyn Redmond: The ribs, steaks, calamari. The dinner menu offers great choices. Lunch menu needs improvements. Very pleasant environment.
Carina Navarro: Very good food with good size portions that won't hurt your wallet. The desserts are awesome. I suggest the Captain Jacks Buried Treasure. It's big enough to share!
Bob DeGraff: Good fries and good service. The blackened chicken sandwich was a little mild on the flavor.
15. Le Bouchon
8.8
1958 N Damen Ave (at W Armitage Ave), Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Bucktown · 28 tips and reviews
Chicago magazine: Garlic-and-thyme-scented roast chicken, a bountiful bouillabaisse, and steak paired with irresistible frites make for great entrees. Cozy quarters and congenial staff add extra appeal. Read more.
ZAGAT: Get a three-course prix fixe dinner for $25 on Tuesdays.
Bravo: Jean Claude Poilevey is a veteran of the restaurant industry and a savvy Chef. The food is simple, intelligent and well executed. The place is small, busy and very French. It feels like you are in Ly