2025 Best Restaurants with the Best Food in Chicago Area
Top Rated Restaurants in Chicago
When it comes to reviewing and recommending restaurants, we believe that what is on the plate is by far the most important factor. We rate the food on a 20-point scale. Our take on the décor, service, ambience, wine list and other factors are explored within our full reviews, which are simply a click away.Presented in alphabetical order, these Top Restaurants earned the highest food ratings in Chicago.
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Alinea
Chef Grant Achatz presents culinary wizardry with a playfulness that belies the exceptional quality and presentation of the dishes. See More
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Coco Pazzo
Coco Pazzo remains a River North mainstay with a classic Italian menu. See More
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EL Ideas
Chef Phillip Foss wows with his experimental, ultra-intimate, set-price BYO micro-eatery. See More
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Monteverde
Surprisingly soulful Italian, including the freshest pasta in town, from a “Top Chef” alum. See More
A globally inspired project from Alinea chef-restaurateur Grant Achatz. See More
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North Pond
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Oriole
A duo of chefs strike off on their own with an elaborate tasting menu in the West Loop. See More
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Schwa
Foodies pack this small, artsy (and, sometimes, irreverent) spot for impressive avant-American fare. See More
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Sepia
This modern speakeasy with a vintage feel serves seasonal American cuisine in a refined, attitude-free setting. See More
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Topolobampo
Rick Bayless’ upscale Mexican restaurant in River North is as exciting as ever. See More
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