Romantic dinners in Chicago

For two, with the lights low.

10 places in Chicago · by Chef Amazing · updated October 20, 2026
Photo: bokachicago.com

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   Boka

   Lincoln Park

   Critics: 80% liked it, from 6 reviews (2014 to 2026). Rising: the recent write-ups are better than the old ones. Read Michelin Guide 2025, The Infatuation 2016, Time Out Chicago, Chicago Magazine 2026.

   The crowd: 4.7 of 5 on Google (2,031 ratings).

   Also on the list: The big-night tables of Chicago.

   1729 North Halsted Street, 60614 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing
2. 2

   Adalina

   Italian

   Lincoln Park Italian spot from Lettuce Entertain You, known for wood-fired dishes and a lively bar scene.

   North State Street, 60610 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing
3. 3

   Tre Dita

   Italian

   Lively Chicago Italian spot known for wood-fired cooking, handmade pasta, and a convivial, ingredient-driven menu.

   401 East Wacker Drive, 60611 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing
4. 4

   Bavette’s

   Steakhouse

   Dim, clubby River North steakhouse with a speakeasy vibe, known for dry-aged steaks and classic cocktails.

   218 West Kinzie Street, 60654 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing
5. 5

   Chez Joel

   French bistro

   Cozy River West French bistro with a candlelit courtyard, known for steak frites and classic onion soup.

   1119 West Taylor Street, 60607 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing
6. 6

   Maple & Ash

   Steakhouse

   Upscale steakhouse known for its lively bar scene, oversized cuts, and indulgent sides.

   8 West Maple Street, 60610 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing
7. 7

   Ciccio Mio

   226 West Kinzie Street, 60654 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing
8. 8

   North Pond

   New American

   Refined New American restaurant set in a historic park building overlooking a pond, known for tasting menus.

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9. 9

   Piccolo Sogno

   464 North Halsted Street, 60642 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing
10. 10

    Bistro Campagne

    4518 North Lincoln Avenue, 60625 Chicago · Map · Add to Chef Amazing