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Sophisticated River West 2 Bedroom - Near the L 2 Apts

Name: Sophisticated River West 2 Bedroom - Near the L 2 Apts
Address: 851 West Grand Avenue, Chicago, US

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📍851 West Grand Avenue · Chicago ↗

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Oriole

american, fine_dining · ★★ Michelin

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Guests enter this former warehouse through a converted freight elevator, a testament to Oriole’s unique brand of elegance, further exemplified by the striking ceiling collage above the spotless open kitchen. Chef Noah Sandoval and team execute a thoughtful tasting menu that blends French and Japanese elements. Small bites in the impressive bar are accompanied by a welcome drink, and might include a tartlet of Dungeness crab or Hokkaido uni. Then, a mouthwatering canapé of foie gras parfait with pickled strawberries is served overlooking the impressive open kitchen watching the kitchen team in

634m

Smyth

new_american, american · ★★★ Michelin

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Smyth offers a polished yet welcoming dining experience, where chefs John Shields and Karen Urie-Shields present a highly personal and ingredient-driven tasting menu. The open kitchen and warm, understated room create an atmosphere that's both refined and relaxed. The cooking is thoughtful with a focus on seasonal products: ingredients are thoughtfully sourced, including elements foraged or gathered locally. Dishes are creative without excess, showcasing a clear point of view while allowing the ingredients to remain at the forefront. A meal here reflects both technical mastery and a distinctiv

1.1km

fine_dining · ★ Michelin

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Whether you come to experience the cuisine of ancient Rome or Hollywood, a meal here is pure dinner theater. These culinary themes are unique and thoughtful, leaving diners wondering what's "next."While an earlier Italia menu showcased complex ingredients and flawless flavors and textures (think cacio e pepe and guanciale-wrapped branzino), the most recent "Paris 1906" culinary theme showcased celebrated French chef Auguste Escoffier's classic cuisine. Highlights included carrè d’agneau avec sauce choron, a well-executed plate of lamb and crispy sweetbreads with a vibrant sauce choron. The the

504m

Mako

sushi, japanese · ★ Michelin

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Veteran chef B.K. Park has spun out this inspiring shrine to omakase. With nothing but a lone plaque marking its entrance, this Japanese delight can be tough to spot. But once inside, the surrounding din of traffic fades and you’ll be transfixed by the team's dedication to sushi.Mako is a hot ticket, with just 22 seats from which to savor the smartly considered omakase. Throughout the evening, the chef and itamae showcase their style through unique adornments, like sudachi juice and sesame-pepper soy. Equally enticing are cooked items, like braised abalone or black cod with burnt scallion ponz

614m

Ever

Creative, Modern Cuisine · ★★ Michelin

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Ever sits on a quiet stretch of Fulton Market, where Chef Curtis Duffy runs a world of his own making. Venetian plaster, subdued lighting and a minimalist design set the tone for a dramatic, carefully staged room, where tables are spaciously spaced and service is precisely choreographed. This attention to detail carries through to the cuisine, which is technically accomplished and visually refined. Dishes are thoughtfully constructed, often combining multiple elements and textures with a clear emphasis on structure and presentation. The cooking shows a high level of control, with compositions

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Sepia

american · ★ Michelin

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Housed within a 19th-century print shop, this urbane dining room mixes original details with modern touches. Exposed brick walls and custom tile floors complement floor-to-ceiling wine storage and dramatic chandeliers.Chef Andrew Zimmerman’s menu brings elements of Southeast Asian, Korean, and Mediterranean flavors to American cooking, as in a toasted brioche layered with Délice de Bourgogne cheese, wilted sliced leeks, and black truffle with a tableside pour of a rich and savory leek and popcorn velouté. Grilled sablefish, served Carolina barbecue style, offers a balanced blend of savory, swe

955m

Elske

american · ★ Michelin

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Elske delivers a thoughtful, seasonally driven experience from Chefs David Posey and Anna Posey. The restaurant pairs a relaxed dining room with a charming patio, creating a calm and inviting setting. Guests may choose between a set tasting menu and an à la carte offering, both reflecting the kitchen’s ingredient-focused approach and subtle Danish influences. Dishes highlight vegetables, seafood and gently handled proteins. Items such as duck liver tart with salted ramp and composed vegetable dishes illustrate the kitchen’s style, where flavors are clean and thoughtfully layered without excess

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Indienne

indian · ★ Michelin

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In a city where kitchens break molds and defy expectations, Chef Sujan Sarkar makes a splash of his own on this quiet strip of River North. Vegan, vegetarian, and non-vegetarian tasting menus deliver an original, modern vision of Indian cuisine. His food may look like pieces of art but taste like familiar favorites pulled from across his vibrant homeland. At times showcasing a hint of French sensibility, pani puris, chats and curries arrive deftly spiced and elegantly presented. The kitchen is quick, and the overall effect is impressive refinement. All the while, the expansive room balances sm

1.3km

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Sophisticated River West 2 Bedroom - Near the L 2 Apts

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