2. Brindille
7.8
534 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Near North Side · 16 tips and reviews
Reserve: Rib of Beef is perfectly paired with a tarte tatin of artichokes, potatoes and gruyere, a drizzle of marbled olive oil, a touch of bearnaise, and an aromatic sauce of red wine, marrow and thyme. Read more.
Reserve: At Brindille in Chicago, a savory tarte tatin of artichokes, potatoes and gruyere pairs perfectly with the Rib of Beef and its sauce of red wine, marrow and thyme. Read more.
Natalya Lisa: The most romantic place to spend a birthday-Thanks to the staff for making everything wonderful. Wines selection is perfect for the menu. If you have a special occasion this is the perfect place.
3. Maple & Ash
8.9
8 W Maple St (at State St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · Near North Side · 60 tips and reviews
Chicago Tribune: This steakhouse’s mac and cheese is a thing of beauty. The pasta is bathed in a blend of Gruyere, comte, mascarpone and raclette cheeses, with a little bechamel sauce for good measure. Read more.
Eater: Maple & Ash is a seriously swanky spot in the Gold Coast with an all-star staff excellent people-watching, and standout wine and cocktails. Read more.
Alex Flis: Filet mignon was to die for. Save room for dessert and get the sundae tower😍 literally the best
4. Geja's Cafe
8.5
340 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Fondue Restaurant · Lincoln Park · 59 tips and reviews
Chicago magazine: Gruyère fondue gives way to seafood, aged beef tenderloin, vegetables, or all three, which you bubble in hot oil at the table. For a sexy finish, dip fruit into a pot of flaming chocolate. Read more.
Caplan Straka: Best Fondue. Romantic if you are on a date or a fun night for a group of friends. Make sure you order the seafood with lobster AND the beef for your dinner.
Rev "The Rev" 😈: When are they going to add hot dogs to the dessert menu? When you roll them in the chocolate sauce and graham crackers, it looks just like kitty poop in a litter box.
5. DMK Burger Bar
8.8
2954 N Sheffield Ave (at W Wellington Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Lakeview · 257 tips and reviews
Jake Smith: The #3 is basically a Reuben on a burger (pastrami, gruyere cheese, sauerkraut, and an unbelievable remoulade). If you're into this type of thing, don't hesitate to pull the trigger.
Behrad Eats: They're serious with their mac & cheese so if you're also serious, get the Mac & Cheese #2, it has Gruyere, smoked bacon and charred balsamic red onions!
Damon Sununtnasuk: It may sound odd, but the #14 salmon burger with ginger and sriracha Asian slaw is the best. We had the #5 bison burger and #4 pepper /egg / bacon burger and both were far from the salmon.
Katie Lowes: First come first served seating at the bar, including tables. Great service. Wedge salad, roasted cauliflower gruyere and I heard they have steak.
flying feliz: Try the Roasted Cauliflower Gruyere - #otchefstable #chicago (via @Foodspotting)
David DiPasquale: For 20 years Gibsons has set the standard for dining excellence. An icon in Chicago. Check out the newest location in Oakbrook.
7. Bangers & Lace
8.6
1670 West Division Street, Wicker Park (at Paulina Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · Wicker Park · 155 tips and reviews
Dana Tedesco: Bangers Sliders for Brunch!! Irish Bangers Sausages, creamed spinach, gruyere, fried egg, on buttery buttered crispy toasted mini english muffins.
Liz Homsy: Without a doubt one of the best places to go in the city for an amazing beer, excellent conversation and awesome food!
Chris Brandt: Seems phony and contrived, like everyone else in the neighborhood.
10. Cupitol
8.8
455 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Streeterville · 9 tips and reviews
Lucille Fisher: My neighborhood coffee shop, restaurant, bar. Great atmosphere! Friendly people, good menus from breakfast, lunch & dinner or anytime in between. Will try the cocktails sometime.
Eric Boldon: Brunch was fantastic, as was the huge portion of tiramisu
Ghala Alrumaihi: Good until now
11. Shokolad Pastry & Cafe
8.6
2524 W Chicago Ave (at N Maplewood Ave), Chicago, IL
Ukrainian Restaurant · Humboldt Park · 11 tips and reviews
Chicago Cultural Alliance: A vendor at Taste of Chicago and Ukrainian Days in Ukrainian Village, this restaurant offers foodies ethnic and local delights.
Nastya Morhayeva: If you think of a dessert-absolutely delicious crepes with Ukrainian sweet cheese)the best;)
Chicago Sister Cities International: Fantastic Ukrainian dishes like varenyky, holubtsi, pelmeni and borsch abound. Close your eyes, take a bite and you'll feel like you're eating right in the middle of our sister city of Kyiv!
13. Beatrix
8.9
834 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton Market · 16 tips and reviews
Marie La Rue: Visited for brunch. Lots of fresh and healthy options to start the day. Laidback atmosphere, good mix of families and friend groups. Snag a table on the patio.
C Rey: The Market is open and offers a bevy of lunch and snacks options. Hot food/salad bar charges by weight and restaurant fulfils high standard set by other locations. Fresh ingredients, honest food.
morg: wonderful fresh food in this restaurant slash coffee bar, gluten free and vegan options, don’t miss the cucumber mint soda!
14. Inspiration Kitchens
8.6
3504 W Lake St (btwn Homan & Hamlin), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · East Garfield Park · 17 tips and reviews
Chicagoist: This spot serves up some of the best food in the city and not just for the price. Try their omelets, gumbo, and daily pancake and French toast specials which round out the short but sweet brunch menu. Read more.
Aviva Alter: Everything I ate was amazing, fried green tomatoes to basil lemonade
Kailei Carr: Loved the shrimp and grits and the poached pear pancakes.
15. The Franklin Room
9.1
675 N Franklin St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · River North · 26 tips and reviews
Katie: My go-to spot for anyone - fantastic menu, always excellent service and the music is always on-point. Perfect for dates, family dinners, visitors, or just grabbing $1 Oysters at Happy Hour.
Eric Munn: The shrimp pot pie is outstanding. Great whiskey list as well.
Andy Swindler: $1 oysters from 5-6:30pm. Get some.