Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Andersonville

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ChicagoNorth SuburbsNorthwest Suburbs

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Bucktown / Wicker ParkEdgewaterEvanstonGold Coast / StreetervilleLincoln ParkLogan Square

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42 restaurants available nearby

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1. Simply Pasteur

4.2

Awesome(762)

$$$$

• Vietnamese • Edgewater

Booked 5 times today

Coming Soon! Heat covered patio seating. Opening 11/25/2020 High quality does not have to be pretentiousUnlike other south-east asian cuisines, Vietnamese food has influences from France. Given this influence, cooking is definitely a culmination of East meets West where meals are prepared and cooked for hours rather than flash fried.With fresh herbs, meats and vegetables, Simply Pasteur goes one step further than other Vietnamese restaurants by crafting our plates to be for a modern-american palette. That is, our cuisine is not only designed to be elegant, but also to be flavorful and to take experience into account.Come relax and enjoy an elegant pairing of Vietnamese pho, noodles, rice dishes and more with our in-house cocktails, wines and full bar.

2. Ada Street

4.9

Exceptional(1223)

$$$$

• American • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 37 times today

Located in the Elston Industrial District--not quite Bucktown, not quite Lincoln Park--Ada Street offers dinner service five days a week.

3. Piccolo Sogno

4.8

Exceptional(7326)

$$$$

• Italian • River West

Booked 132 times today

Our name, which means “little dream” in Italian, was chosen by partners Tony Priolo and Ciro Longobardo because it had always been their dream to open a restaurant of their own. “The restaurant fits our personal goal to get to the heart of Italian wine and food,” says executive chef Priolo. “You go to Italy for simple food prepared by hand with local ingredients. We wanted to bring that experience to Chicago.”When the weather allows, enjoy al fresco dining in the hidden garden patio-regularly recognized as one of the best in the city.Starting December 1, Monday-Thursday we'll open at 5 pm rather than 4 pm. You are welcome to bring a cake to celebrate. If you do, we will charge a $3 fee per person cake-cutting fee. Beginning January 1, all credit card transactions will be charged a 3% fee. Starting April 27th, Piccolo Sogno will be taking reservations through Resy. https://resy.com/cities/chicago-il/venues/piccolo-sogno

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4. Upstairs at The Gwen

4.4

Awesome(425)

$$$$

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 34 times today

Experience the premier terrace in River North, located on the 5th floor of The Gwen, a one MICHELIN Key hotel, nestled along the iconic Magnificent Mile! Savor creative cocktails and indulge in delicious small and large plates crafted by Executive Chef Matt Jergens, all while enjoying the warm ambiance of our firepits and the stunning backdrop of towering skyscrapers. Our candlelit indoor lounge and bar offer the perfect setting to unwind, relax, and embrace the good life!Join us on the weekends for Chicago's liveliest, most unique tea service, Tipsy Tea! Featuring scrumptious savory and sweet bites and a special themed menu every month, this is one pinkies-down tea service you will never forget!

5. The Hampton Social - Streeterville

4.5

Awesome(2538)

$$$$

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 62 times today

The Hampton Social - Streeterville is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located in the heart of the Streeterville neighborhood in Downtown Chicago - steps away from shopping on Michigan Avenue. The Hampton Social offers our signature "Rosé All Day" lounge, a lively bar, a second floor covered outdoor terrace, main dining rooms and private dining spaces. Known for our lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food, cocktails and live music in a beautifully designed atmosphere.Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch

6. LAUREL

4.1

Excellent(109)

$$$$

• American • River North (Chicago)

Booked 10 times today

LAUREL, nestled in The Talbott, blends New American creativity with Mediterranean flavors, sourcing local and seasonal ingredients. Experience Mediterranean warmth paired with cosmopolitan flair in our full-service yet casual setting, offering a culinary journey for any occasion. Our design pays homage to the Mediterranean's diverse landscapes and artistic influences, creating a modern ambiance. Welcome to LAUREL, where craftsmanship meets creativity, and every meal celebrates flavor, community, and the art of living well.

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7. Piacere Mio Uptown

4.9

Exceptional(106)

$$$$

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to our Italian Restaurant. In the vein of a traditional Italian restaurant as a casual, local gathering place for food, friends and wine, our menu reflects Italian country food inspired by regional ingredients.

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8. Beatrix - Fulton Market

4.7

Exceptional(2897)

$$$$

• American • West Loop

Booked 104 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, The Loop and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners Andrew Ashmore, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.

9. Mon Ami Gabi

4.9

Exceptional(8847)

$$$$

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 126 times today

Honoring classic French cuisine, Mon Ami Gabi is a traditional French bistro located in the heart of Lincoln Park. Our menu features simple French food including Steak Frites, fresh seafood, exquisite bites, and French rolling wine carts. Enjoy dinner service daily, weekday happy hour only on our patio from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday Brunch from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Valet is located at the corner of Lincoln Park West and Belden for $20 cash or Zelle. During the holiday season, for all parties of 9 or more, we ask our guests to call the restaurant directly to book a reservation.Did you know that you can use Lettuce gift cards for carryout and delivery? Just place your order through Lettuce website, the LettuceEats app or any Lettuce restaurant website.

10. Tavern on Rush

4.7

Exceptional(3925)

$$$$

• Steak • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 65 times today

Tavern On Rush is the premier dining destination for steaks & seafood in Chicago. The upscale, contemporary steakhouse features multi-level seating, private dining, a bustling bar, and Chicago's favorite outdoor patio.

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JillGold
Chicago / Illinois •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a family highlight! Delicious food, outstanding service, fun atmosphere. Thank you for making our birthday celebrations fun and festive!
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Mon Ami Gabi$$$$• French• Lincoln Park
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4.9
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GloriaGold
Chicago / Illinois •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Always fabulous! The food is delicious, the service is excellent, and the ambience (especially the outdoor garden seating) is phenomenal!
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Piccolo Sogno$$$$• Italian• River West
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4.8
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HopeGold
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2026
I think Pasteur is a gem. The food is delicious and a good value. The ambience is just lovely. It's large so the tables are spaced apart and the patio is beautiful. The tables and furniture are attractive. The wait staff was very helpful and friendly
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Simply Pasteur$$$$• Vietnamese• Edgewater
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4.2
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Brooke
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 13, 2026
Had a lovely time on the terrace - the fire pits kept me warm! A pleasant surprise with the happy hour was that there were multiple options for my dairy allergy. Wasn’t expecting to be able to eat during happy hour, but was so glad that I was able to!
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Upstairs at The Gwen$$$$• American• River North (Chicago)
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4.4
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TerryGold
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2026
Our lunch was excellent. The food tasted great and our server Freddy went above and beyond to help us celebrate the graduation of a former doctoral student. Thank you for a lovely time.
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LAUREL$$$$• American• River North (Chicago)
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4.1

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