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The 14 Best Steakhouses In Chicago
Where to go for a meal involving red meat and a ridiculously large potato.
J.P. Graziano Grocery & Sub Shop
Old school sandwiches that are freshly made. Pop in for a quick solo lunch or carry out to go.
Old Lviv
Old Lviv is a decades-old Ukrainian restaurant in Ukrainian Village with a great buffet and a fully stocked bar.
Butch McGuire's
Butch McGuire's is an Irish Pub in Gold Coast that's best known for their over-the-top holiday decorations.
Nisei Lounge
Nisei Lounge is the oldest tavern in Wrigleyville with a plenty of booze and a BYOF policy.
Cafe El Tapatio
Cafe El Tapatio is a charming casual Mexican restaurant in Lakeview with great chicken tortilla soup.
Garrett Popcorn Shops
Garrett Popcorn does double duty as an iconic Chicago staple and a perfectly valid airport dinner option.
Original Jimmy's Red Hots
Original Jimmy's Red Hots is an iconic cash-only hot dog stand in Humboldt Park.
Chicago Kalbi
Chicago Kalbi is an Albany Park institution that combines elements of Japanese yakiniku and Korean BBQ in a fun dining space decorated with baseball memorabilia.
Peking Mandarin
Peking Mandarin is a longstanding Chinese restaurant in Albany Park with great Korean-Chinese dishes.
New Dokil Bakery
New Dokil Bakery is a classic Albany Park spot with delicious Korean breads and cakes.
Johnnie’s Beef
Johnnie's Beef is an old-school Italian beef stand in Elmwood Park that's been around since 1961.
Al's #1 Italian Beef on Taylor
Al’s #1 Italian Beef is a classic spot in Little Italy serving great Italian beef sandwiches.
Chicago Cut Steakhouse
Chicago Cut is a great steakhouse right on the river ideal for special occasions and power business meals.