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Where To Have Afternoon Tea In Chicago
Where to drink tea, eat tiny desserts, and feel like the main character of a Victorian novel.
The Best Chicago Restaurants For A Special Occasion
Congratulations, you have something to celebrate. Here are the best places to go.
Where To Have A Private Dinner In Chicago
Whether you're looking for a terrace that fits 30 or an indoor room for a group of 10, here are your best options for private dining.
20 Great Chicago Restaurants For Thanksgiving Dinner
Where to go when you want nothing to do with your oven.
Atelier
Atelier is a small New American tasting menu restaurant in Lincoln Square that's great for a special occasion, but works just as well when you want to liven up a boring Tuesday night.
The Best Chicago Restaurants For A Birthday Dinner
The best restaurants in Chicago to host your birthday get-together.
Kyoten Next Door
Sometimes the sequel is better than the original, and that’s the case with Kyoten Next Door—a fantastic omakase in Logan Square.
The 7 Most Romantic Restaurants In Chicago
For when you need something a bit sexier than The Wiener's Circle at 3am.
Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: Chicago
Sushi By Scratch is a River East sushi restaurant with a fun omakase experience full of non-traditional nigiri.
Asador Bastian
Asador Bastian is a Spanish steakhouse in River North with incredible "boutique" beef.
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
Chicago Firehouse is a steakhouse in a historic building in the South Loop.
Fioretta
Fioretta is an Italian steakhouse in Fulton Market with old-school charm and new-age appeal.
Saint Emeric
Trying to book a dinner at this secret tasting menu spot feels like a scavenger hunt, but it's great if you want a unique dining experience.
Bridges At LondonHouse
LondonHouse is a hotel right on the river that offers afternoon tea with beautifully decorated sweets.
The Palm Court At The Drake
The Drake is a historic four-star hotel on the Magnificent Mile that offers a solid traditional afternoon tea.
The Lobby At The Peninsula
The Peninsula is a five-star hotel that oozes luxury and serves one of our favorite afternoon tea experiences.
Torali At The Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton is a five-star hotel and is one of our favorites spots for a relaxing afternoon tea.
Bar Pendry At Pendry
The Pendry is a four-star hotel on Michigan Avenue and has an afternoon tea that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
Kyoten
Kyoten is an expensive omakase-only sushi restaurant in Logan Square. Keep it in mind for your next ultra-special occasion.