Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Countryside

We've collected top 10 mentioned must try restaurants in Countryside from other articles such as CBS Chicago, PureWow, Vox Creative Next, including seafood, with a view, and different cuisines.

Top Best Restaurants in Countryside

Alinea
Alinea
4.7 (1846 ratings)
Chef Grant Achatz draws foodies with New American tasting menus featuring highly creative plates.
1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Fine dining restaurantNew American restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
Famous Iconic Chicago Restaurants
"It’s interactive performance art — think an apple-flavored balloon that actually floats and gelatin bites that taste like a Chicago-style hot dog. Chef Grant Achatz has led the famed Lincoln Parkestablishment since 2005, earning the most elite accolades in the culinary world. Today, it’s one of 15 restaurants to hold three Michelin stars and is frequently named among the best restaurants on the planet."
Mentioned by The Infatuation
The First Timer’s Guide To Eating In Chicago - Chicago
"This is one of the most famous restaurants in the world, and its tasting menus can cost anywhere between $200 and $400 per person. So you definitely need to plan ahead if you want to come here. Your meal won’t just be expensive - it’s also guaranteed to be pretty dramatic (expect lots of theatrics, like edible balloons and fog machines)."
Mentioned by Fodor’s Travel
Top Restaurants in Chicago
"Believe the hype and secure tickets—yes, tickets—well in advance. Chicago's most exciting restaurant demands an adventurous spirit and a serious...Read More"
Lula Cafe
Lula Cafe
4.7 (2061 ratings)
Inventive, market-driven food in a casual, funky space that hosts an especially popular brunch.
2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
New American restaurantBarBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeEclectic restaurantRestaurant
Momotaro
Momotaro
4.6 (1364 ratings)
Modern Japanese restaurant for sushi & robata, with a downstairs, Tokyo-influenced izakaya.
820 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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Virtue Restaurant
Virtue Restaurant
4.6 (473 ratings)
Hearty Southern cooking paired with wines & cocktails in funky-chic quarters with an open kitchen.
1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
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avec Restaurant
avec Restaurant
4.6 (1473 ratings)
Inventive small & large plates served in a cozy, minimalist space with communal seating.
615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Mediterranean restaurantBarBrunch restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
The Most Romantic Restaurants in Chicago
"West LoopThis long-revered Mediterranean-influenced fixture from One Off Hospitality has held it down as one of the area’s go-to date night spots since opening its minimalist doors back in 2003, well before many of us could even define romance. And not much has changed -- the wine list is still spectacular, the chorizo-stuffed medjool dates are still iconic, and a reservation for the intimate front patio is still highly coveted."
Rica Arepa | Venezuelan Restaurant
Rica Arepa | Venezuelan Restaurant
4.6 (735 ratings)
Classic Venezuelan eats served in a compact yellow kitchen with chalkboard menus & outdoor seating.
4253 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, USA
Venezuelan restaurantCafeLatin American restaurantRestaurantSouth American restaurant
Ed Debevic's
Ed Debevic's
4 (39 ratings)
159 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Restaurant
Ceres' Table
Ceres' Table
4.3 (208 ratings)
Rustic-chic Italian restaurant serving pizza from a wood-fired oven plus modern entrees & cocktails.
3124 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Italian restaurantCocktail barDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantPizza deliveryPizza restaurantRestaurantWine bar
Prosecco
Prosecco
4.6 (305 ratings)
Classic, high-end Italian dishes in a romantic, art-filled dining room that reminds of Venice.
710 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Italian restaurantRestaurant
Arami
Arami
4.4 (335 ratings)
Contemporary sushi spot serving creative rolls & cooked Japanese fare plus sake, beer & wine.
1829 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Japanese restaurantAsian restaurantBarRestaurantSeafood restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by We Love Japanese Food
10 Best Japanese Restaurants in Chicago
"Arami is the rare Japanese restaurant that offers a wide ranging menu, yet somehow, expertly maintains the quality of their food. There are sushi, ramen and even robata (charcoal) grilled items on the menu to choose from. Thanks to having two executive chefs, Arami is able to focus both sushi and hot food from the kitchen."
Mentioned by Thrillist
The Best Sushi Restaurants in Chicago
"After recouping from a recent fire, Arami is back in business serving fine sashimi, nigiri, and maki, as well as tasty ramen, and other large and small plates. Presentation is not an afterthought here; each dish is beautifully plated. They recently received a Michelin Bib Gourmand nomination for the fifth year in a row."
Mentioned by OpenTable
Discover the Best Sushi in Chicago
"Always a contender for the top sushi spot in the city, Arami consistently presents what's surely among the best sushi in Chicago. Chef Nelson Vinansaca has garnered acclaim for his..."

Top Rated Parks to Visit in Countryside

Steelworkers Park
Steelworkers Park
4.6 (357 ratings)
E 87th St at Lake Michigan, Chicago, IL 60617, USA
Park
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
14 secret parks and gardens in Chicago
"This slag-filled site at the confluence of Lake Michigan and the Calumet River was once home to the massive South Works U.S. Steel manufacturing plant that employed 20,000 workers at its peak. But the steel giant closed in the early ‘90s and the Chicago Park District acquired the vacant land. In 2014, it re-opened as Steelworkers Park—a 16.5-acre lakeside landscape dotted with pleasant walking paths, artifacts of the old U.S."
Ping Tom Memorial Park
Ping Tom Memorial Park
4.5 (2065 ratings)4.5 (22 ratings)
Chinatown park on the Chicago River with Chinese-style landscaping, a playground & kayak rentals.
1700 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Memorial parkNature & ParksPark
Oz Park
Oz Park
4.6 (1332 ratings)4.5 (68 ratings)
Oz-themed playground/park with statues of the Tin Man, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion & Dorothy.
2021 N Burling St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Top 10 Free Museums and Attractions in Chicago
"Oz Park is an ode to author L Frank Baum’s most famous book, The Wizard of Oz. Baum was a resident of the surrounding Lincoln Park neighborhood back in the 1890s, before it became the established community it is today. Between 1995 and 2007, the Oz Park Advisory Council commissioned sculptures of the book’s characters including the Tin Man, Cowardly Lion, Scarecrow, and Dorothy and Toto."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Parks in Chicago, IL 🥇
"OZ Park is a community garden that celebrates a fun-filled “The Wizard of Oz” theme. The park features “Dorothy’s Playlot”, with play equipment for young children to climb, swing, and run. Families can then leisurely enjoy their afternoon among the beautiful flowers in the “Emerald Garden”."

Free Museums in Countryside

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
4.6 (1427 ratings)4.5 (181 ratings)
Environmental museum with outdoor walkways for observing local wildlife & kid-friendly exhibits.
2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
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Mentioned by Chicago Parent
38 Chicagoland Museums Families Should Visit At Least Once
"Daily story times and Critter Connections that let kids touch and feel animals keep families coming back to Peggy Notebaert. Those, and the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven, where butterflies of all kinds, colors and sizes fly around and even land on visitors. Hands-on exhibits let kids learn about water, rivers, the environment and a climbing structure keeps them active."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
28 Best Things to Do in Chicago with Kids for 2021 (Family Fun!)
"Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is one of the top things to do in Chicago with kids. Located in Lincoln Park museum, this is a great museum that creates hands-on experiences for the kids to enjoy themselves as well as learn something along the way. The museum is an informative curation of Illinois’ natural history and ecology."
Ed Paschke Art Center
Ed Paschke Art Center
4.8 (50 ratings)5 (16 ratings)
5415 W Higgins Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, USA
Art centerMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Your Chicago Guide
AMAZING Free Things To Do in Chicago
"This center dedicated to the famous artist is located in Jefferson Park, and with its bright mural you can’t miss it. You can check out an iPod at the front desk for a self-guided tour, or visit the first Thursday of the month at 2pm for a thirty-minute guided tour."
The Art of Dr. Seuss Gallery
The Art of Dr. Seuss Gallery
4.6 (147 ratings)4.5 (8 ratings)
835 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Art galleryMuseumsArt Museums
Mentioned by TripSavvy
The 10 Best Attractions for Young Kids in Chicago
"The Water Tower Place-based family-friendly gallery serves as dedicated space for Dr. Seuss's artwork. Visitors may view the various collections--which include sculptures, illustrated art and "secret" art--and have the option to buy. Some of the works have never been exhibited before."

Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Countryside

Mindy’s Bakery
Mindy’s Bakery
4.5 (1449 ratings)
Hip family-friendly American eatery known for its seasonal fare, rich desserts & hot chocolate.
1747 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
BakeryAmerican restaurantBagel shopCafeCoffee shopRestaurant
Mentioned by The City Lane
Best Chicago Breakfast & Brunch Spots
"Mindy’s Hot Chocolate in Bucktown has been a brunch favorite since 2005, and has long been supportive of local producers who supply its seasonally changing menu. Founder Mindy Segal honed her craft by working at Chicago culinary institutions such as Charlie Trotter’s and Ambria and later went on to receive a James Beard Foundation award for “Outstanding Pastry Chef”. Mindy has now brought her sweet and savory offerings to the Loop at the recently opened Revival Food Hall on Clark Street."
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 50 Best Foods to Eat in Chicago
"The warm, bite-sized doughnuts accompanied by hot fudge dipping sauce are the perfect pairing for Mindy’s famous hot chocolates. There are nine different hot chocolate options, all served with their homemade marshmallows. This is a true Chicago, cold-weather dessert."
Mentioned by PureWow
The 8 Cookies Every Chicagoan with a Sweet Tooth Needs to Try
"The gooey chocolate morsels are made with burned sugar (see: the ones all the way to the right). And they fly off the shelf, which is really saying something considering the other treats offered at this dessert mecca (see: all the other cookies pictured)."
Orland Park Bakery
Orland Park Bakery
4.6 (910 ratings)
Long-running institution preparing cookies, donuts & pastries along with custom-made cakes & breads.
14850 South La Grange Road, Orland Park, IL 60462, USA
BakeryWedding bakery
Floriole Cafe & Bakery
Floriole Cafe & Bakery
4.5 (490 ratings)
Bright cafe & bakery offering lunch & an array of European-style pastries in sleek, airy surrounds.
1220 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
RestaurantBakeryCafeCoffee shopFamily restaurantOrganic restaurant
Mentioned by Serious Eats
4 Great Places to Try Canelés in Chicago
"The longest-established purveyor of canelés in Chicago, Floriole Café & Bakery's Sandra Holl may also be their least traditional practitioner. Holl produces her canelés without the use of beeswax, and has even been known to tweak the time-honored vanilla-rum flavor profile. (A chocolate version, for instance, makes an appearance in the café each February.) Traditional or not, her approach works."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 22 most amazing bakeries in Chicago
"Restaurants Cafés Lincoln Park. With an assortment of breads, tasty sandwiches and seriously delicious cookies in its repertoire, this airy Lincoln Park bakery-café certainly has range. But Floriole’s soul is its French pastry, skillfully executed by owner Sandra Holl."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Countryside

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Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Burr Ridge
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