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A photo of Tuk Tuk Thai Isan Street Food - Wicker Park restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(70)
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• Thai • West Town
Booked 29 times today
The food was amazing. The staff was accommodating our requests to have bigger tables.
A photo of Sushi by Bou - Gold Coast Chicago at Claridge House restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(332)
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• Sushi • River North (Chicago)
Booked 11 times today
Great experience. Loved the speakeasy vibe. Food and service were excellent.
A photo of The Rosebud - Taylor restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2877)
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• Italian • Little Italy / University Village
Booked 18 times today
Wonderful dining experience with our server Edgar! Food was delicious and fresh. Rosebud is always a great experience.
A photo of Costera Cocina Tulum restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1468)
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• Mexican • West Loop
Booked 51 times today
Awesome place to come eat , great drinks food a must…
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4.8
Exceptional(16282)
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• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 157 times today
Finally was able to try Girl & The Goat. A truly amazing experience with exceptional cuising, service and ambiance. Third time visiting Chicago did the trick getting into this hot spot. I can see why the Chef won all those cooking competitions.
A photo of River Roast restaurant
4.2
Awesome(3972)
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• American • River North (Chicago)
Booked 66 times today
Excellent food and wait staff was amazing. Really enjoyed our soup & salad
A photo of Cabra by Stephanie Izard restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3699)
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• Peruvian • West Loop
Booked 60 times today
We attended the Halloween event and it was amazing. Well organized, adorable decorations, great food and service!
A photo of Leña Brava restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1148)
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• Mexican • West Loop
Booked 35 times today
Lovely experience, great food very friendly servers ! 
A photo of Matilda restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(434)
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• Mexican • River North (Chicago)
Booked 43 times today
My friend and I tried the tasting menu and were blown away by each course. Delicious food, attentive service. The best carajillo in the city!
A photo of Mister Tiger restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(335)
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• Korean • West Town
Booked 50 times today
We had a great experience - the drinks food and service were outstanding.

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