THE JOSÉ ANDRÉS STEAKHOUSE - Enjoy Washugyu Ribeye, Rosewood Ribeye, Coffee Rubbed Wagyu Hanger Steak, and a carefully curated theater of José’s favorite shared plates. Bazaar Meat wows its guests with thoughtfully created cocktails, theatrical presentations, and attentive welcoming service. Bazaar Meat takes guests on an iconic sensory adventure of Michelin Star winning chef José Andres' Spanish roots, from Jamón Ibérico to Spanish Octopus, in a bold, playful atmosphere where anything is possible.Experience intimate & elegant dining ambience with an optional curated tasting menu that weaves from raw preparations to the to prized Ribeyes aged to perfection. Enjoy José’s inventive take on carpaccio to the most tender rotisserie-style meat. Bazaar Meat offers unbeatable downtown views of the skyline and Chicago River with private dining and event spaces. Join us for a memorable date night, special occasion, and immersive kitchen view seating. Gluten free & vegan options available.
Located on Clark Street in River North, Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! is the little sister of Lincoln Park landmark, Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! The restaurant brings a welcoming, lively energy to downtown Chicago, just a short walk from the Chicago Riverwalk, the Merchandise Mart, and the Magnificent Mile.Led by Executive Chef Eric Jorgensen, the kitchen serves a wide variety of iconic small plates and pintxos meant for passing around the table. The menu features favorite signatures like sizzling Patatas Bravas, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, and the Beef Tenderloin Toro Skewer.Open for weekday happy hour from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM and weekend brunch, the restaurant serves classic sangria, Spanish wines, and craft cocktails across its main dining room, bar, and enclosed Veranda. The versatile venue also hosts private events, accommodating small parties up to 20 or full buyouts for up to 50 guests.
Wood-fired pizza in Downtown La Grange — 20 minutes from the city, walkable from the Metra, parked right in the middle of where everyone meets up. The room is modern, the patio is massive, and the energy hits the second you walk in.The menu runs on what's good right now. Chef Juan Alvarado is back there making it from scratch — pies come out blistered and properly charred, the shareable plates are not afterthoughts, the salads punch above their weight, and the weekend brunch is worth waking up for. Happy hour earns its keep.Cocktails are fun, not fussy. Classics done right, a few seasonal swings worth ordering twice, a wine list that surprises you, and beer for everyone who wants beer.Date night, a long catch-up with a friend, the "we earned this" Tuesday after a brutal week, a birthday that needs a real room — our servers will read it before you have to explain. Big parties land easy too; the space flexes.Come hungry, stay late, and don't skip the pizza.
Chicago's First Basque TavernA place for pintxos, porróns, and unpretentious service. Lively and intimate. A celebration of eating and drinking in Spain's Basque region. "You're a child, Gilda. A beautiful greedy child. And it amuses me to feed you beautiful things because you eat with such a good appetite." - George Macready, Gilda, 1946
An energetic Barcelona-style tapas bar serving Spanish favorites, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a contemporary space with a lively patio in Chicago.Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, a memorable date night, weekend brunch, and private events hosted with Spanish hospitality! We strongly recommend that parties of 6 or more share one of our Chef's Tasting Menus (starting at $47 per person, plus tax and gratuity).Please let us know if you have any seating requirements when making your booking, and we'll be happy to accommodate! We will hold your table for 15 minutes, so please call if you're running late.Restaurant Week Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am-4pmRestaurant Week Dinner: Mon-Thurs 4pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-11pm, Sun 4pm-9pmRestaurant Week menu is not available for brunch service.
Nestled in Chicago's vibrant River West neighborhood, at the bustling intersection of Milwaukee, Halsted, and Grand Avenue, Pearl Club offers an exquisite escape into a world of refined cocktails and inviting ambiance. Co-founded by hospitality veterans Rob Katz of Boka Restaurant Group and Matt Ruder, this elegant lounge seamlessly blends the old-world charm of London's classic cocktail scene with modern Chicago sophistication. Guests can anticipate a thoughtfully curated experience, featuring a diverse drink menu crafted by Paolo Acuna and a delightful selection of complementary bites overseen by Chef Isaac Blinn. The interior, designed by Kehoe Designs, exudes a sophisticated yet cozy atmosphere with rich wood tones and plush velvet. A wheelchair-accessible car park is available.
This autumn, Château Carbide, Pendry Chicago's 24th-floor rooftop bar on Michigan Avenue, welcomes the season with pumpkins, mums and warm harvest accents. Set against Chicago skyline views, the rooftop terrace offers crisp evenings above downtown, with seasonal fall cocktails and a festive trio of pies. Found in the 1929 Art Deco Carbide & Carbon Building, it is a comfortable place to gather as the weather cools.Thursday - Saturday, from 5:00pm to 11:00pm.**Chateau Carbide is a 21+ establishment**Light Bites service is available until 10:00 PM**Outdoor tables are subject to availability, and a reservation does not constitute an outdoor table. We do our best to accommodate all guest seating requests. **Reservations are encouraged but not required, subject to availability.
