The Best 10 Restaurants Near Shedd Aquarium

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. Mercat a La Planxa

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • South Loop

Booked 32 times today

Mercat offers an authentic dining experience that combines fresh meats and produces with the energetic spirit of a Barcelona market.

2. Tapas Valencia

4.7

Exceptional(2309)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • South Loop

Booked 25 times today

Located in Chicago’s South loop, we offer creative Spanish tapas, unique cocktails, and a lively atmosphere with walls adorned in multi-colored mosaic artwork reminiscent of the art of the great Spanish artists Joan Miro and Antoni Gaudí! Whether you’re dining with friends and family, exploring on a first date, or planning your next big event, Tapas Valencia is the perfect backdrop for any occasion. We carry on the tradition of great food and service that was started at our original location, Mesón Sabika in Naperville.

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3. Burger Bar Chicago

4.3

Awesome(563)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • South Loop

Booked 29 times today

American Ranchers know a thing or two about beef. When they tell us that Prime is the best, we just go with the flow and serve up the biggest, baddest Prime burgers around.

4. Sociale - Chicago

3.9

Excellent(577)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Loop

Booked 13 times today

Sociale reflects fun, friendly, fresh, neighborhood inspired dining. Literally translated from the Italian word for "social", this concept delivers diverse and elevated comfort foods, accented by a community-focused casual setting. Accompanying these bold flavors are our handcrafted beverages and wine offerings from around the world.

5. Sofi Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1450)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • South Loop

Booked 27 times today

IN-DOOR & PATIO WITH HEATERS,TAKE OUT AVAILABLE. PRIVATE PARTY AVAILABLE WITH COVI-19 RESTRICTIONS X DETAILS CALL 312-753-5502.Born in Milan to a renowned restaurant family, Chef/Owner Maurizio Michi has always had a passion for cooking.This Northern Italian Restaurant features classics that include, Ossobuco alla Milanese, Braised Short Ribs of Beef, Veal Chop Emiliana, Fish Stew Viareggina, along with Steaks, Lamb Chops and grilled Sea Bass Branzino all of which are executed to perfection under his watchful eye.Sofi also offers authentic Italian pastas that are prepared in house daily with the freshest ingredients in the market.Bread, Focaccia and all of our desserts are also prepared daily.some examples of the desserts include Panna Cotta, Chocolate Souffle, TiramiSu and Ricotta cheese cake.The wine list is comprised mainly of wine from Italian vineyards with some California exceptions.Hospitable and Welcoming, Sofi creates the perfect Italian Restaurant experience.

6. The Exchange

4.5

Awesome(188)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Loop

Booked 2 times today

The Exchange is among Chicago's most stunning dining and celebratory experiences. The local, vegetable-driven menu spotlights pristine produce from the region's finest farms along with beautiful steaks, seafood, wines, and cocktails. The Exchange is comprised of a series of distinct rooms that are equally comfortable, bespoke, signature, and designed for pleasure.

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7. Chicago Oyster House

4.4

Awesome(721)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • South Loop

Booked 10 times today

When it comes to finding the best oyster restaurant in the country, look no further than Chicago Oyster House. Chicago Oyster House has been ranked among the top 21 oyster houses for the entire United States by The Daily Meal, and it continues to serve excellent food. The casual atmosphere and friendly staff make it a perfect spot to dine or catch up with friends, and the varied menu has plenty to offer.Diners at Chicago Oyster House can order entrees such as fresh oysters, sushi, sashimi, lobster tails, spring rolls and chicken fingers. There are also a number of different daily specials throughout the week, and guests are encouraged to check out the website to see what is coming up. Chicago Oyster House is also happy to host private meetings or parties, and those looking for such services are encouraged to call to discuss details.

8. All Star Seafood & Sports

4.4

Awesome(70)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • South Loop

Booked 15 times today

THE BETTER SPORTS BAR FOOD! Our mission is to give sports fans another dining option while cheering for their favorite teams from all around the country. Enjoy tasty and healthier seafood prepared with authentic flavors from all 3 coasts accompanied by local craft beer and cocktails.

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9. Paisans Pizza - South Loop

4.3

Awesome(45)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • South Loop

Booked 4 times today

Paisans Pizzeria was started by Luigi as a family business in Cicero, Illinois, back in 1985. Luigi started with one small oven, filling orders one at a time. Over time, Luigi’s success with the original Paisans allowed Pete, Luigi’s son, to take over and expand operations into Brookfield, Illinois; here the reputation of our award-winning, thin crust, Chicago-style pizza grew and grew! Were now serving thousands of satisfied customers every day in-house, by delivery and at special catered events.

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10. Aurelio's Pizza South Loop

4.5

Awesome(25)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • South Loop

Aurelio's Pizza was awarded, 2016 Chicago Tribune's "Top 25 Pizzas" for their thin crust cheese and sausage pizza.Aurelio’s is Chicagoland's first and the nation's fifth established pizza chain. With a history as rich and entrenched in the community as the pizza it’s famous for, the very first Aurelio’s restaurant opened on Ridge Road in Homewood, IL as the pride and joy of Joseph A. Aurelio, Jr. who decided to give it a go as a restaurateur at the age of 26. With its legendary "old oven" dating back to 1959 in its Homewood location, Aurelio’s was a pioneer in the concept of the Family Pizzeria in the United States and helped to launch pizza into the American lexicon. Since that time, Aurelio’s has become a favorite pizzeria franchise to 41 locations across six states, growing a strong fan base for the taste of Aurelio’s. Learn more at www.aureliospizza.com.

Restaurants near Shedd Aquarium

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Mercat a La Planxa

2. Tapas Valencia

3. Burger Bar Chicago

4. Sociale - Chicago

5. Sofi Restaurant

6. The Exchange

7. Chicago Oyster House

8. All Star Seafood & Sports

9. Paisans Pizza - South Loop

10. Aurelio's Pizza South Loop

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