Best Lunch Restaurants in Chicago River

We've collected top 10 mentioned lunch restaurants in Chicago River from other articles such as lyft.com, Bitches Who Brunch, Culture Trip.

Best Lunch Restaurants in Chicago River

Summer House Santa Monica
Summer House Santa Monica
4.4 (1709 ratings)
Sunny restaurant serving New American grub, tropical drinks & more in an airy space with an atrium.
1954 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
New American restaurantAmerican restaurantBakeryBarBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCalifornian restaurantEvent venueLunch restaurantPastry shopRestaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
The Absolute Best Brunches in Chicago Right Now
"This sunny Lincoln Park outpost continues to serve up Cali swag via a full bill of brunchtime favorites. Hass avocado BLTs, loaded cobb salads, housemade English muffins, breakfast burritos stuffed with fluffy scrambled eggs and sausage, and Guiliana Prosecco-fueled mimosas keep the grown-ups humming while junior takes on a heap of silver dollar pancakes crowned with fresh fruit and maple syrup.How to order: Head to OpenTable for all-season courtyard and indoor dining reservations or grab pick-up and delivery via ChowNow, Caviar, Uber Eats, GrubHub, and DoorDash. Available for Delivery/Takeout"
Mentioned by Make it Better
10 Spots for the Most Delectable Cookies in Chicago
"How important are cookies to the ethos of this Lettuce Entertain You Lincoln Park favorite?. The huge display case is the first thing you see when you walk in the door. That is no accident, my friends."
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"When the nickname for a hometown is The Windy City, it’s great to go somewhere that brings the summer vibes all year 'round. The Summer House employs bright décor and greenery to p..."
NoodleBird at Fat Rice
NoodleBird at Fat Rice
4.6 (1086 ratings)
Comfort food from around the world is served in a rustic space with communal tables & open kitchen.
2957 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Asian restaurantLunch restaurant
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
Breads, Cakes and Pastries in Chicago: Where to Find the Best
"Eater 38 Macanese stalwart Fat Riceopened a bakery expansion in 2016 and its since become one of the city’s hotbeds for an array of creative sweet and savory baked goods with influences from Asia, Europe, and even Chicago. The Chicago-style hot dog buns are one of the most sought-after items in the city, followed closely by the addictive Portuguese egg tarts. Seasonal selections depend on the day and could include Macanese-inspired Rice Krispies treats, Mai Tai cocktail buns, and more."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
A Guide To Chicago's 10 Best Chinese Restaurants
", and South Asian flavors has earned it critical acclaim and numerous awards. Among its most popular dishes are the potstickers, which arrive both hot and crispy, and its namesake rice dish layered with Chinese sausage, Portuguese chicken, prawns, clams, tea eggs, and croutons. Other popular plates include piri piri chicken and hand-rolled rice noodles."
Goddess And The Baker, Wacker
Goddess And The Baker, Wacker
4.3 (819 ratings)
All-day cafe with baked goods plus breakfast items, salads, sandwiches, flatbreads, beer & wine.
225 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
RestaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeCoffee shopDessert shopLunch restaurantSalad shopSandwich shop
Mentioned by Chicago Parent
Where to buy your holiday cookies in Chicago
"A post shared by S A R A • N E Y (@saraneyauthor) on Dec 13, 2018 at 7:39am PST. The Goddess and The Baker is always worth a visit especially when you’re spending the holidays downtown. It’s no surprise that the bakers go all out in December."
Mentioned by Chicago Parent
14 Unique Desserts in Chicago Your Kids Will Love
"Not only is Goddess and the Baker an Instagram-worthy spot, the desserts are to die for. Your family will be happy with everything from cinnamon rolls and cookies to mini pies. And parents, you can grab some needed caffeine!"
Mentioned by Thrillist
The Best Bakery in 20 Chicago Neighborhoods
"Sure, you can score a well-rounded meal here, but wouldn't you rather have a multi-course feast of rainbow layer cake, iced cut-out cookies, pecan sticky buns, and hulking rice crispy treats?"
Southport Grocery and Cafe
Southport Grocery and Cafe
4.6 (427 ratings)
Small breakfast/lunch cafe (with occasional secret supper) & foodie grocery with wine & local goods.
3552 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
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Kuma's Corner West Loop
Kuma's Corner West Loop
4.5 (1643 ratings)
Busy pub known for its long list of creative burgers & rock 'n' roll soundtrack.
852 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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Mentioned by Food Com
Best Chicago Restaurants from Triple D
"Music is never far from mind at this bar: In addition to a rocking soundtrack, nearly all the burgers are named for bands. Try the Slayer: a bunless patty on a pile of fries, topped with chili, andouille sausage, cherry peppers, onions and cheese. Watch the Video: The Slayer Burger"
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 10 Best Family Restaurants in Chicago
"Having the fam there for support will help alleviate the stress of the endless amounts of options on the menu. Bonus: since the menu is so overwhelming with goodness, having the extra people there means getting a bite off of everyone's plate. What to order: Led Zeppelin Burger"
Centennial Crafted Beer & Eatery
Centennial Crafted Beer & Eatery
4.6 (446 ratings)
Modern bar fare pairs with craft beers & spirits, cider & mead in a chic, bi-level tavern setting.
733 N LaSalle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
GastropubBeer hallBrunch restaurantLunch restaurantRestaurant
Uncle Mike's Place
Uncle Mike's Place
4.6 (781 ratings)
Cozy, no-frills American-Filipino joint serving hearty portions of all-day-breakfast fare & lunch.
1700 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Filipino restaurantAsian restaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantDinerLunch restaurant
Mentioned by Spoon University
25 Places to Eat in Chicago When You're Totally Broke
"A photo posted by Infatuation Chicago (@infatuation_chi) on Oct 28, 2016 at 9:17am PDT. Uncle Mike's Place may look like a fancy breakfast spot, but it's actually a Filipino-inspired diner. Save yourself the time of reading through their extensive menu and just order one of their Filipino breakfast plates, which come with your choice of meat, two eggs, garlic fried rice, and lugao (Filipino porridge), all for under $10."
Mentioned by PureWow
7 Iconic Diners in Chicago You Must Eat at to Be a True Chicagoan
"First-timers may come to Uncle Mike’s Place on the hunt for the perfect omelet or patty melt, but they quickly learn there’s much more to savor. The cozy family-run restaurant has a full menu of Filipino-American fare. Warm up with a bowl of lugao (chicken rice soup), try some tocino (Filipino bacon) with your eggs or go whole-hog with a side of spicy fried Spam."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
The 20 Most Iconic Diners in Chicago, 2018 Edition
"Instead of the usual bacon and sausage, opt for Spam and longaniza in the morning. This Filipino diner mixes things up with Southeast Asian favorites such as bangus (milkfish), marinated skirt steak, and bone-in pork chop. Don’t fret if those sound a little too hearty though, patrons can still order an omelet or short stack."
Blue Door Farm Stand
Blue Door Farm Stand
4.3 (495 ratings)
Homey farm-to-table cafe with American eats & cold-pressed juice as well as home & pantry items.
2010 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
American restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeCoffee shopLunch restaurant
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
16 Best Brunches in Chicago
"You'll feel instantly uplifted upon entering Blue Door Farm Stand, a bright, two-story Lincoln Park restaurant outfitted with modern-meets-rustic touches like iron chandeliers, exposed wooden beams, plush seating, and a long marble bar. A local and seasonal approach drives the menu here, with a compilation of classic brunch plates that take some contemporary twists. Try the flavor-packed bell pepper and bacon Benedict (with chèvre, heirloom tomatoes, and spring onion), or go lighter with the veggie burger."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
15 Top Fancy and Healthy Fast Food Restaurants in Chicago
"As the name suggests, farm-to-table is the game at this rustic restaurant that pulls produce and other ingredients from nearby farms. For those whose resolutions are still intact, order the smoked chicken salad on multigrain bread. If not, opt for the apple pie and bacon grilled cheese."
Bohemian House
Bohemian House
4.5 (391 ratings)
Funky-yet-luxe space with leather banquettes for pierogi, schnitzel & other Central European fare.
11 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
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Mid Kitchen
Mid Kitchen
4.4 (83 ratings)
Comfy setting for classic breakfast & brunch fare plus vegan, vegetarian & gluten-free options.
1512 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
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Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Chicago River

National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture
National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture
4.5 (210 ratings)
3015 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
MuseumArt museum
National Veterans Art Museum
National Veterans Art Museum
4.7 (67 ratings)4 (14 ratings)
More than 2500 works of art created by American veterans make up this museum's permanent collection.
4041 N Milwaukee Ave 2nd floor, Chicago, IL 60641, USA
Art museumMuseums
Addington Gallery
Addington Gallery
4.9 (8 ratings)
Contemporary gallery specializing in mixed-media pieces & paintings made with hot wax.
704 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Art galleryArt museumArt restoration serviceArtist
Mentioned by 10Best
Contemporary Art Galleries
"The enterprise looks for originality and quality of execution and showcases European and American sculpture and paintings in a range of styles and media. Past exhibits have featured Scott Hill and Robert Erickson. Read more about Addington Gallery →"
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Art Galleries in Chicago 🥇
"Addington Gallery specializes in featuring mixed-media artworks and paintings made with hot wax. they feature artists creating art from contemporary subjects and mediums. Furthermore, they also host exhibitions with paintings and installations."

Best Cake Places in Chicago River

Bartleby’s Ice Cream Cakes
Bartleby’s Ice Cream Cakes
5 (41 ratings)
The Hatchery, 135 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
Cake shop
Mentioned by Make it Better
The 11 Best Spots for Ice Cream Around Chicago
"Decisions can be difficult when constructing your perfect ice cream cake. Choose from 10 different ice cream flavors, all made with organic milk and cream, and decide if you prefer crumbled brownies, blondies, or cookies as a base. Rachel Kamins launched Bartleby’s in 2018 after working for Ben & Jerry’s and Zingerman’s Bakehouse and calls herself the “caker, baker, and ice cream maker.” Fittingly, she makes everything, from the ice cream to the crushed cookies and brownies to all her sauces, from scratch."
Bjorn Cakes
Bjorn Cakes
4.3 (55 ratings)
1332 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Wedding bakeryCake shop
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
6 Best Bakeries in Chicago to Order Cake
"This sophisticated cake shop in Chicago claims to be the only company in the city using organic butter & eggs. Their cakes are guaranteed to taste as good as they look!. Choose from a variety of flavors, buttercream, and fillings including Belgium Chocolate, White Chocolate Italian Buttercream, or Creme Brulee."
L'OURS BAKERY CAFE
L'OURS BAKERY CAFE
4.5 (279 ratings)
1424 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Coffee shopBubble tea storeCake shop

Best French Bakery in Chicago River

Pompei
Pompei
4.3 (1678 ratings)
Casual, family-owned spot serving cafeteria-style Italian eats & desserts since 1909.
1531 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Italian restaurantBanquet hallCoffee shopDessert shopPizza deliveryPizza restaurantPizza TakeoutSalad shopSandwich shopSoup restaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
Chicago's Family-friendly Restaurant Scene Appeals to Kids and Adults
"This cafeteria-style restaurant has a well-deserved reputation for putting out some of the area's best pizzas, breads and desserts. The menu includes appetizers, soups, salads, pizzas, sandwiches, pastas and desserts. Start with a Marie's Special salad which includes chunky hearts of romaine, red onions, fried prosciutto and blue cheese with their signature thick homemade vinaigrette."
Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery
Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery
4.8 (24 ratings)
9605 S Pulaski Rd, Evergreen Park, IL 60805, USA
Bakery
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 21 Best Ice Cream Shops in Chicago
"Tucked away to the left of the cupcakes is a tiny ice cream display in this cupcake shop. All their ice cream is homemade and the cookie sandwiches and cupcake shakes are the perfect combination of ice cream and your favorite baked goods."
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea NEWCITY
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea NEWCITY
4.8 (17 ratings)
Local chain serving coffee, tea & shakes, plus pastries & light eats, in a stylish, relaxed space.
1457 N Halsted St B105, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Coffee shop

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