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Tre Dita
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.7(1,055)River North (Chicago) - 2
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Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(4,357)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 3
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Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.6(5,791)River North (Chicago) - 4
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Land & Lake Kitchen
Price: Moderate•American•4.3(38)Coming Soon!Chef Art Smith's Reunion
Price: Moderate•American•4.2(796)Dining together allows us to better understand who we are, regardless of our social status. The food does not have to be elegant, complicated, or fancy. We find that busy people like simple food—the busier they are, the simpler the food. Our menu is straightforward, down-home Southern food with a few more contemporary dishes.
Getting back to the table allows us to love and nurture each other and renew connections to our families—however they may be configured—in this diverse and ever-changing society. Such connections are crucial in a fast-paced world where we feel more disconnected every day. One of the best ways we know how to restore that daily balance is to sit down at our table.
We should all think about returning to the sanctity of the table, where we can rebuild our families whether they be given or chosen, and reconnect with those we love and choose to love. Our table is a familiar, uncomplicated, friendly place where we can celebrate.
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- DDaveVIPFort Lauderdale •13 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoOutstanding experience, Marco, our waiter, and support staff were on top of everything!More infoShaw's Crab House & Oyster Bar - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• River North (Chicago)•4.8
- DDoreenVIPChicago / Illinois •20 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAlways a delicious meal, knowledgeable servers, great and unobtrusive service!More infoSmith & Wollensky Steakhouse - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)•4.7
- MMarioVIPNew York City •17 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoSteak Tartare was decent, accompanied by a perfect negroni, the wagyu filet was average I guess was not so fresh, sorry but I’m quite expert, mash potato light taste, good crème brûlée. Haute-medoc wine was really good. Paid 266 (including 1 chocolate tart and 1 old fashioned of my guests) +tipMore infoOcean Prime - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / Loop•4.7
- MmelvinChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThis was by far the best restaurant I’ve been to in years the service was incredible, and they went above and beyond to make my anniversary a special day Their team work could be compared to the Chicago Bulls when they won 72 games,the manager can be compared to Phil Jackson the zen master. 10 out of 10 Oh yeah drink the Hibiscus 🌺 Margarita you’ll thank me later.More infoToro by Chef Richard Sandoval – ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Latin• Downtown / Loop•4.4
- BBenChicago / Illinois •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoI went here for a corporate lunch it was great! Very timely service and the food itself was great. Very beautiful looking placeMore infoThe EviePrice: Expensive• American• River North (Chicago)•4.8
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Dining in Lakeshore East gives you diverse options, from international cuisine to classic American. In the category of international food, choices include Middle Eastern, Caribbean and Italian while the area’s American fare is served in steakhouses, seafood restaurants and cafes. If you enjoy Middle Eastern food, then try the district’s baba ghanoush, Lebanese hummus tahini or the souvlaki chicken kebobs. The region’s Caribbean food includes items like Jamaican spice-rubbed pork, Caribbean-style lobster macaroni and cheese and coconut shrimp. When Italian food is the cuisine that you crave, you can order dishes like fettuccine alfredo, penne al pollo or lasagna. Lakeshore East’s American cuisine features plenty of classic fare including cheeseburger sliders, barbecue chicken quesadillas and patty melts.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Lakeshore East is Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave.
The restaurants with the best service in Lakeshore East are Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave., Land & Lake Kitchen and Chef Art Smith's Reunion
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Lakeshore East are Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave., Land & Lake Kitchen and Chef Art Smith's Reunion
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