Best Dinner Places to Eat in Lincolnwood

"Restaurants Contemporary American Lincoln Park. Culinary mastermind Grant Achatz uses his three-Michelin-star restaurant in Lincoln Park as a stage. Sit back and enjoy the show, a well-orchestrated ride that plays with textures, temperatures and notions of “normal” cuisine, while somehow remaining grounded in season, flavor and flawless execution."

"The Alinea, or paragraph mark, signals the start of a new train of thought. The restaurant Alinea has been revolutionizing dinner since 2005 and it's the only restaurant in Chicago to retain three-star Michelin status (latest in 2020). Chef Grant Achatz' intersection of art and science draws culinary enthusiasts worldwide wanting to sample one-of-a-kind plates that change constantly on the 20-course menu."

"End your evening with dinner at Avec, an adorable, modern and warm spot where you can dine tapas-style. You absolutely must order the chorizo-stuffed dates. Holy moly, they are incredible!!!. You can thank me later."

"Barbacoa, al pastor, carnitas and even cauliflower tacos paired with your favorite Cruz Blanca beer–what's not to love, right?. Right now the dining room is open by reservations only and pick-up and delivery orders are also available."

"Mexican food plus hand-crafted beer equals a powerful and tasty combination. That is just what you will get when you pay a visit to the Cruz Blanca Brewery and Taquerìa. Start your meal with, of course, the Chips & Salsa."

"Rick Bayless and company have kept their River North Mexican restaurants afloat during the pandemic: They’ve taken over the a back alley for patio dining for Bar Sotano and cordoned off the private dining room for a socially distant dining experience at Frontera Grill. In the absence of on-premise dining, Frontera, Sotano, and Topolobampo are offering to-go menus. Topolo is serving a five-course tasting menu."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Adam Jones used under CC BY-SA 2.0. Situated on the 95th floor of the Hancock Building, Brunch at The Signature Room is a class act. Not only does the venue afford stupendous views and live piano music, but the food is out-of-this-world."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by The Signature Room at the 95th (@signatureroom95) on Nov 10, 2018 at 8:39am PST"

"Or if you prefer to just stop in for a drink, check out the Signature Lounge and watch the city lights glimmer in the night sky. Free admission to 360 Chicago is included in the Chicago CityPASS."

"PilsenImmerse yourself in Mexican culture The Pilsen neighborhood in itself is rich with Mexican murals and culture, but the National Museum of Mexican Art holds a 10,000-piece permanent collection by artists from both Mexico and America, offering a 3,000-year overview of works that often go overlooked in the American art world. Enjoy folk art, photography, sculpture, paintings and more, and make a visit here a priority during October for the museum’s Día de los Muertos exhibit, which features altars and other Day of the Dead art. What to know before you go: The museum is open 10am to 5pm Tuesday through Sunday, and admission is always free."

"Located in Pilsen, the National Museum of Mexican Art is the only museum dedicated to Latino culture that’s a member of the American Alliance of Museums. The museum has over 9,000 examples of Mexican art from ancient Mexico to the present as well as special exhibitions. While technically free, they do ask for a donation if you can spare it."

"The art was so beautiful and I would say the artist extremely talented. It’s a beautiful museum that discusses and shows the beauty and story of Mexican culture. Came here on a field trip and had a tour guide walk us through the art."

"Finish your ride at the waterfront behind the Alder Planetarium, for your very last photography stop. With dreamy views of the skyline framed by the glittering lake, it’s considered one of the best spots in the city to watch the sunset and makes for the perfect ending to a whirlwind Chicago getaway."

"Art Institute of Chicago* – Fast PassOR Adler Planetarium* – VIP Entry *Your CityPASS tickets include the option for you to choose between two attractions. There’s no need to decide upfront where you’d like to visit. You can choose when you get there."

"Taking you on a journey through the stars to unlock the mysteries of our galaxy and beyond, the Adler tells amazing stories of space…"