Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in West Chicago

We've collected top 10 mentioned romantic places in West Chicago from other articles such as Museum Hack, I Hit The Button, Valentina's Destinations, including restaurants, getaways and things to do spots.

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in West Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago
4.8 (23445 ratings)5 (22413 ratings)
Renowned art museum holding nearly 300,000 works from all over the world, spanning many centuries.
111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
MuseumArt museum
Field Museum
Field Museum
4.7 (15781 ratings)4.5 (8089 ratings)
State-of-the-art museum of science & invention, with the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex.
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
MuseumNatural history museumScience museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Chicago, USA
"The Field Museum houses some 30 million artifacts and includes everything but the kitchen sink – beetles, mummies, gemstones, Bushman the stuffed ape – all tended by a slew of PhD-wielding scientists, as the Field remains an active research institution. The collection's rock star is Sue, the largest Tyrannosaurus rex yet discovered. She even gets her own gift shop. Special exhibits, such as the 3-D movie, cost extra."
Mentioned by Leisure Pass Group
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"Come meet SUE, the world's largest T-Rex, at this famous museum of science and anthropology. At this larger-than-life exhibit and many others, you and your family will travel back in time and all around the world. NEW for 2018 -- SUE is being transferred to her own "throne room" to give her a dedicated space, and to make room for a brand new critter, even bigger than a T-Rex!"
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"The Field Museum traces its roots back to the Columbian Exhibition of 1893, when its collection was on display for visitors in Jackson Park. Marshall Field donated $1 million to house the collection in a permanent Neoclassical building in Grant Park in 1921. Only a fraction of the museum’s 40 million objects are on display—the most iconic being SUE the T."
Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium
4.6 (25232 ratings)4 (9031 ratings)
State-of-the-art indoor aquarium, famous for its variety of habitats & views of Lake Michigan.
1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
AquariumZoos & AquariumsHistorical landmarkLearning center
Mentioned by Happy Mom Hacks
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"This is where you visit to see fish, dolphins, whales, penguins, and more amazing sea life. When visiting, you will get to see incredible fish from around the world and also learn about local fish from Lake Michigan. Kids can jump, play, and explore in the kid’s areas around the penguin and beluga whale exhibits."
Mentioned by Tripster Travel Guide
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"A visit to Shedd Aquarium is also one of the best things to do in Chicago with toddlers. As one of the world’s largest indoor aquariums, Shedd Aquarium is home to everything from penguins to stingrays!. And, the engaging and immersive layout of the aquarium captivates visitors of all ages."
Mentioned by citypass.com
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"With more than 2 million guests every year, John G. Shedd Aquarium is Chicago’s most visited cultural attraction. The aquarium is conveniently located in Chicago's Museum Campus, right next to the Field Museum and Adler Planetarium."
Millennium Park
Millennium Park
4.8 (58155 ratings)4.5 (22489 ratings)
24.5-acre green space with a video display, the reflective "Bean" sculpture & an outdoor theater.
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
ParkSights & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Navy Pier
Navy Pier
4.6 (50660 ratings)4 (13593 ratings)
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Sights & LandmarksAmusement centerCultural centerEvent venuePiers & BoardwalksTheme Parks
Mentioned by citypass.com
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"Navy Pier is a Chicago landmark and the perfect place to spend a day with a family—no matter what you're looking to do. Be sure to check out the "today's events" section of the Navy Pier website for a complete listing of the many unique current and upcoming events at the Pier. Kids will enjoy: Riding the 1920s style carousel at Navy Pier Park or a visit to the Chicago Children's Museum."
Mentioned by Upstairs Downstairs Cleaning Service
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"Located at 800 E Grand Ave Chicago, IL 60611 is one of the most popular places in Chi-Town for residents and visitors, chances are high that you’ve been to Navy Pier a few times. Don’t discard it when you’re looking for ways to keep the Chicago children active. There’s plenty to do here, and as often as you may visit, there’s always something new to see."
Flamingo Bar & Grill
Flamingo Bar & Grill
4.2 (138 ratings)
Diner decor & flamingo pictures adorn this eatery dishing up an eclectic breakfast to dinner menu.
440 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Bar & grillBarRestaurant
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"Grill & Bars are notoriously known for being a great place for cheap meals, and Flamingo’s Bar & Grill does not disappoint on that sentiment. This family-owned haven has all the wings, hot dogs, burgers, breakfast foods, and drinks with great potions at that."
3 Greens Market
3 Greens Market
4.7 (718 ratings)
Hip hangout featuring a hot & cold salad bar, gourmet burgers & a coffee lounge with table tennis.
354 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
American restaurantCoffee shopHamburger restaurantRestaurantSalad shop
Juno Sushi Chicago
Juno Sushi Chicago
4.5 (358 ratings)
Elaborately plated Japanese fare & sushi pairs with sake & cocktails in ultramodern surroundings.
2638 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Sushi restaurantBarJapanese restaurant
Mentioned by We Love Japanese Food
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"Sushi The beautiful interior and the equally beautiful presentation of sushi by Chef BK Park are the obvious reasons that Juno is always on Chicago’s best sushi list. However, just like that pretty girl you have crush on happens to be also kind, smart and funny, you’ll pleasantly discover that Juno’s food is also amazing from their appetizers to the omakase menu. The Omakase requires a 24 hour advance reservation, but you are in for a treat."
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"Description: While I have never been to Juno Sushi, the Chicago Tribune describes this restaurant as one that "presents sushi and other seafood dishes with a precision and sophistication that few other restaurants even attempt, much less pull off." Their signature dishes are the smoked sashimi, where the fish arrives under a dome filled with applewood smoke."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants Japanese Sheffield & DePaul. Want the best sushi deal in town?. It's at Juno, where sushi chef BK Park is doing God's work when it comes to raw fish."
Reverie
Reverie
4.1 (359 ratings)
Lounge with a swanky upstairs area serving modern Asian-fusion dishes, creative drinks & tap brews.
414 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
LoungeAmerican restaurantCocktail barDance clubEvent venueSports bar
St. John Cantius Church
St. John Cantius Church
4.8 (541 ratings)4.5 (30 ratings)
825 N Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksArt museumChurchHistorical landmarkReligious organizationChurches & Cathedrals

Top Best Japanese Restaurants in West Chicago

Bua Hana
Bua Hana
4.2 (129 ratings)
Casual, contemporary restaurant offering both Thai & Japanese menus with a dedicated sushi bar.
7330 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130, USA
Sushi restaurantAsian restaurantJapanese restaurantSeafood restaurantSoutheast Asian restaurantThai restaurant
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Bua Hana is a contemporary and casual Forest Park eatery serving Japanese and Thai creations, including some top-notch sushi. Diners can mix and match from what's essentially three..."
TAO Chicago
TAO Chicago
4.3 (1390 ratings)
Soaring, glamorous venue featuring high-end Asian cuisine & cocktails, plus a posh nightclub.
632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
RestaurantAsian restaurantChinese restaurantJapanese restaurantLoungeNight clubSushi restaurantThai restaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants Pan-Asian River North. You've likely heard about Tao because of its 1,000-person capacity club, but the venue's posh restaurant is not to be overlooked. Snag a table in the dining room or saddle up at the sushi counter, where you can order sea-kissed treasures a la carte or through a decadent omakase menu."
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"WOW. And that’s exactly what you’ll get in this high-end, posh Asian nightclub. Dance the night away in this 1000-capacity dance club in Chicago featuring a 10-foot Japanese bell, world-famous DJ sets, and funky lights. Make your VIP request here."
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"The New York outpost of this trendy Asian fusion restaurant made a splash because of their gorgeous interior and their incredible food..."
Komorebi Sushi
Komorebi Sushi
4.8 (163 ratings)
Japanese restaurant with elegantly plated sushi, rolls & cooked fare in a rustic-chic storefront.
1324 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Japanese restaurant
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Exposed brick and warm lighting give Komorebi in Wicker Park an inviting vibe, and an emphasis on excellent sushi for an affordable price makes the restaurant even more enticing."

Best Gelato in West Chicago

La Michoacana Premium
La Michoacana Premium
4.5 (1072 ratings)
1855 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Secret Chicago
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"This Mexican ice cream shop and its colorful paletas are a total must-try. La Michoacana’s extensive options, ranging all the way from tangy Michelada to creamy strawberry, will have you coming back and back again for more!. The shop also sells tangy mangoneadas, with blended mango sorbet, diced fresh fruit, lime juice and Tajin chili powder, another incredible option for cooling down in the hot summer weather!"
Mentioned by The Infatuation
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"There are a few La Michoacanas in Chicago, but the location we really like is in Pilsen. It has a drive-thru (much appreciated this year), the staff is friendly, and they have great paletas and regular ice cream. The treats here are very sweet, perfect for when you want a dessert that tastes like dessert because not everyone wants their treats to taste like goat cheese or earl grey tea."
Mentioned by MVMT Blog
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"There is so much color, fun, and creativity in every dessert that you won’t be able to resist squeezing in a quick photoshoot before everything melts!. Looking for more fun things to do in Chicago?. Check out these posts to read more:"
Original Rainbow Cone - Navy Pier
Original Rainbow Cone - Navy Pier
4.4 (69 ratings)
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants Ice cream parlors Beverly. For more than 80 years, the awning-covered picnic tables of this South Side ice-cream shop have been packed with locals indulging their sweet tooth. The signature five-flavor Rainbow Cone features layers of chocolate, strawberry, Palmer House (vanilla with cherries and walnuts), pistachio and orange sherbet stacked one on top of the other to form an unbeatable classic."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. Original Rainbow Cone is an iconic seasonal ice cream shop in Chicago that serves a wide array of desserts including banana splits, cones, sundaes, and shakes. This long-standing ice cream parlor offers layers of delectable orange sherbet, pistachio, Palmer House, strawberry, and chocolate flavors in a deliciously looking sugar cone."
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"The Rainbow Cone might be Chicago’s most colorful (and Instagrammed) treat. The cone is piled high with five signature ice cream flavors: orange sherbert, pistachio, strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla with walnuts and cherries, just like it has been since 1926."
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goosefoot® food and wine
5 (2 ratings)
2654 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Takeout RestaurantIce cream shopWine store

Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in West Chicago

Kamehachi
Kamehachi
4.3 (428 ratings)
Japanese dining plus traditional sushi in a bi-level modern space with an upstairs lounge & patio.
1531 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Japanese restaurantAsian restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Kamehachi of Tokyo, in Old Town on Wells Street, was founded in 1967 and has a solid claim to being the first sushi restaurant in Chicago. It has since spawned four other Chicago l..."
Mako
Mako
4.7 (90 ratings)
Elaborate, seasonal sushi presentations make up the multiple courses at this sleek, upscale eatery.
731 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Sushi restaurant
Mentioned by Wheretraveler
Chicago’s Best Takeout from Michelin Starred Restaurants
"Named after a speedy breed of shark known for its precision, Mako earned its first Michelin star within months of opening. Chef B.K. Park’s omakase restaurant in the West Loop is now offering takeout options with ordering available on Tock. The eight-course omakase takeout set features creative nigiri alongside luxurious items such as octopus with yuzu vinaigrette and seaweed aioli, king crab with eight-grain rice, oyster with tosaka aioli, A-5 wagyu spring roll, and duck dumplings."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Omakase, the Japanese version of tasting menus, is an increasingly popular serving-style in Chicago. Take Mako's return to this list as proof. The restaurant is currently accepting reservations."
Gorilla Sushi Wicker Park
Gorilla Sushi Wicker Park
4.2 (123 ratings)
1238 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Sushi restaurant
Mentioned by hoodline.com
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"Milwaukee Ave. (between Edmunds and 90th streets) in Jefferson Park, the sushi bar is the highest-rated Japanese restaurant in Chicago, boasting four stars out of 206 reviews on Yelp."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near West Chicago

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Residence Inn Chicago Bloomingdale
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Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Naperville
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Chicago Naperville
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