Best Restaurants for Handcrafted Cocktails in Sauganash

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Bucktown / Wicker ParkCiceroDes PlainesEdgewaterEdison ParkGlenview

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1. Adalina Prime

4.6

Exceptional(375)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 74 times today

Adalina Prime delivers a globally inspired menu anchored by an elevated steak program, featuring exclusive full blood Wagyu with select Japanese and Australian cuts. Guests can tailor each bite with our interactive Salt Library, offering nearly a dozen curated flavor pairings. Beyond steak, the kitchen showcases pristine seafood and thoughtful vegetable dishes. A robust wine collection spans rare reserve bottles, Old World classics, and new age discoveries, while the cocktail program leans into adventurous riffs on timeless recipes with a focus on martinis and worldly infusions. Reserve your table for nightly dinner or weekday lunch. Experience a modern Chicago steakhouse, rewritten.

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2. Butcher and the Bear

4.6

Exceptional(543)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Lincoln Park

Booked 24 times today

A boutique steakhouse, a chef-driven restaurant, is described as "where the classic speakeasy meets the timeless allure of a modern premium steakhouse."

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3. Artango Bar & Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1903)

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• Steakhouse • Lincoln Square

Booked 16 times today

Experience Buenos Aires’ Golden Age at Artango Bar and Steakhouse, where the rich cultural heritage of Argentina comes alive. Set amidst a tableau of Art Nouveau and Neo-classical architecture and décor are the exciting tastes, lively music and dancing of Argentina.An evening at Artango feels as if you’ve traveled to Buenos Aires, and guests have the opportunity to enjoy authentic imported Grass-Fed Argentinian steaks. Selection of 120 day wet-aged, grass-fed black angus beef cuts are grilled on an Argentinian parrilla at a slightly lower temperature and for a longer period of time – similar to the Patagonian method of barbecuing crafted by Buenos Aires-born celebrity chef, Francis Mallmann. Argentine cuts are lean, tender and full of flavor.Pair your meal with Prohibition-era cocktails and both classic and rare European and Argentine wines. Dining at Artango is a memorable journey to Argentina.

4. Bistronomic

4.9

Exceptional(6501)

$$$$

• French • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 33 times today

Bistronomic brings guests together with the ambiance of an authentic Parisian bistro while exhibiting the "je ne sais quoi" and romance only found in Chicago's Sister City, the City of Lights. Three seating options are available: the Main Dining Room, the Grand Salon and the Petit Salon. Also, the bar is another offers a more casual experience. Dark wood, subdued lighting and French accents set the inviting mood. During the holidays, Bistronomic is festively adorned with garland, lights and red bows to make holiday get-togethers even more special. Whether guests seek an inviting holiday experience, social gathering or have business to conduct, Bistronomic's inviting seasonal and locally grown French food is the answer. Bistronomic is a Family Owned Business, Chef Martial & Lulu Noguier as well as the incredible Staff will welcome you with warmth a for a very French Experience!

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5. Lark-Lakeview, Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(307)

$$$$

• American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 9 times today

Lark's dining experience is hip, friendly and fun: perfect for date night, groups, weekday dinner or weekend brunch with the family. Our specialty is wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, with excellent burgers, sandwiches, and pasta, plus a late night After Dark menu. The walnut finished oak bar features 15 craft beers to grab before taking a seat by our cozy fireplace. Or enjoy one of our handcrafted cocktails on our award-winning patio. There's something for everyone at Lark!

6. Kit Kat Club

4.7

Exceptional(221)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Wrigleyville

Booked 13 times today

After 25 years as Chicago’s iconic drag dining destination, Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club has transformed into the new Kit Kat Club at 3524 N. Halsted St. Our reimagined 2,650-square-foot Art Deco space was designed by Kaufman Segal Angyus Design Group and features 140 seats across a vibrant main dining room, a semi-private dining space, and a 1,500-square-foot outdoor patio. Guests can expect the same dazzling spirit with an elevated atmosphere perfect for any celebration.Entertainment remains at the heart of Kit Kat Club with the return of our famous drag brunches, plus a weekly lineup featuring musical performances, Broadway-themed nights, ballet and improvisational dance, and VIP Dinner & Show experiences every weekend.

7. Sifr

4.5

Awesome(513)

$$$$

• Middle Eastern • River North (Chicago)

Booked 17 times today

Sifr is a modern Middle Eastern restaurant rooted in bold flavors, open-fire cooking, and contemporary Chicago hospitality. Awarded the 2024 & 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand, Sifr brings together the vibrant culinary traditions of the Levant, North Africa, and the Mediterranean through a fresh, chef-driven lens.Our dining room and bar are the perfect setting for date nights, pre or post-theater meals, and late-night dining. Guests may dine indoors or on our fully enclosed and heated rooftop, one of River North’s most inviting nighttime spaces.Sifr stays open late. Enjoy shareable mezze, charcoal-grilled seafood and meats, breads, creative vegetable dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and desserts inspired by regional flavors. Our team led by Chef Sahil Sethi and Chef Sujan Sarkar.We will gladly accept reservations of up to 8 guests online or by phone. For large party reservations Or, to book SIFR for a private event please email info@sifrchicago.com.

8. Elia

4.4

Awesome(597)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 46 times today

Welcome to Elia, a Modern Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Wicker Park, Chicago.Start your weekend with our amazing Brunch, featuring fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented Mediterranean dishes.On weekdays, stop by for our delicious Lunch Specials, ideal for a quick yet elegant midday meal.As the evening arrives, indulge in our All You Can Eat Dinner (designed for two guests) and Steak & Wine Nights — a perfect blend of premium flavors, cozy ambiance, and great service.Host your private events or celebrations in our elegant VIP room, or enjoy handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and Mediterranean-inspired drinks at the bar.Whether you come for brunch, lunch, or dinner, Elia delivers a warm, inviting atmosphere and a true taste of the Mediterranean — right in Wicker Park.

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9. BITES Asian Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1242)

$$$$

• Chinese • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 14 times today

Located in Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, BITES is a casual, yet stylish and comfortable restaurant with tropical bar featuring modern Asian cuisine that combine familiar mid-western flavors with Asian ingredients to create new and exciting dishes. The result is a unique dining experience that you can't find anywhere else. Let BITES take you on a culinary tour of Asia. Enjoy our food with a variety of cocktails, beer, wine and sake while catching up with friends and family. BITES is a fun place to be and is perfect for both casual dining and special occasions - date night, girls/guys night out, birthday party, bachelor/bachelorette party, baby shower, etc. Start or end your night right at BITES!

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10. Bordeaux Lounge by Turquoise

4.3

Awesome(104)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Roscoe Village

Bordeaux Lounge offers Modern Mediterranean food by Turquoise, along with a stylish wine & cocktail bar in the heart of Roscoe Village in Chicago. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, boutique wines, and delicious Mediterranean small plates. We feature live jazz music every Friday and Saturday, creating the perfect atmosphere for date nights and nights out. Bordeaux Lounge also offers private space for holiday gatherings, celebrations, corporate dinners, and all types of events.

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Alena
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food is amazing. The chocolate chip cookies come with a carafe of milk. Simply perfect. The steak and brussle sprouts, Mac and cheese and Parmesan fries were wonderful. The cheesecake is HUGEEEEE. Service was really on point. Definitely pricey but I can’t even complain because everything was so good. Wine was okay, we got the Italian cab and it had a very vinegar like taste, could have passed on that and the sparkling water, also amazing but probably not worth the price. Amazing food none the less!
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Butcher and the Bear$$$$• Steakhouse• Lincoln Park
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4.6
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Keyana
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My wife really enjoyed celebrating her birthday! Normally she is shy. Great experience with amazing staff.
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Kit Kat Club$$$$• Contemporary American• Wrigleyville
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4.7
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Tami
South Dakota •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was excellent and our service was as well. The ambience is dramatic and interesting. The noise level was high because there was live music/singing - which was also very professional and enjoyable.
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Artango Bar & Steakhouse$$$$• Steakhouse• Lincoln Square
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4.6
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Nicole
Pinehurst •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
From entrance to exit, the service was impeccable and so was the food! It was my favorite restaurant choice on my trip to Chicago!!!
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Adalina Prime$$$$• Steakhouse• West Loop
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4.6
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Suzanne
Chicago / Illinois •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Good and service was outstanding! Will definitely return.
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Lark-Lakeview, Chicago$$$$• American• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.7

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