12 Chicago Restaurants Named Among Top 100 In America

CHICAGO, IL — Twelve restaurants in Illinois are among the 100 best in the country, according to a new list from OpenTable, a popular online reservation platform.

OpenTable said it sifted through more than 11 million reviews from verified diners between Sept. 1, 2025, and Aug. 31, 2026, and looked at other signs of a restaurant’s popularity, including five-star ratings, how far in advance people booked tables, how often restaurants filled up and how frequently diners searched for them.

Restaurants had to meet minimum review requirements and be in good standing to qualify. The restaurants are presented alphabetically rather than as a ranking from best to worst.

Restaurants from Illinois are:

Daisies Chicago - 4.8 ★

2375 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago

Daisies is an Italian restaurant that focuses on house-made pastas and farm-fresh produce.

"One of our very favorite restaurants. Never disappoints. The waitstaff is always friendly and knowledgeable about the food and wine selection," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

Ever - 4.9 ★

1340 W Fulton St, Chicago

Ever is a two-Michelin-starred restaurant that serves New American food.

"Not much to say but wow, the overall experience really signifies what a two-star should be," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

Gibsons Italia - 4.8 ★

233 N Canal St, Chicago

Gibsons Italia is an Italian steakhouse that serves refined Italian dishes and American steakhouse classics.

"This was the absolute best ribeye I have ever had. It was cooked to a perfect medium-rare and was a melt-in-your-mouth tender steak. I highly recommend this restaurant and can't wait until we return there for dinner," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - 4.9 ★

60 E Grand Ave, Chicago

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab features an extensive selection of seafood, which is flown in fresh daily, and signature prime steaks.

"After years in operation, Joe's continues to impress," one reviewer said on OpenTable. "From the menu, we loved the oysters Rockefeller, the crab bisque (seriously one of the best soups in the city), the crispy fingerling potatoes, and the sea bass with a miso glaze. Just a lovely evening!"

Kasama - 4.9 ★

1001 N Winchester Ave, Chicago

Kasama is a bakery and modern Filipino restaurant in the East Ukrainian Village.

"This is not what one would consider 'typical' Filipino cuisine although it is not far from its roots. The portions are correctly sized, the flavors are perfect, the seasoning is spot-on, the courses are a surprise," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

Le Colonial - 4.8 ★

57 E Oak St, Chicago

Le Colonial is a Vietnamese restaurant that bridges French-colonial technique and Vietnamese tradition.

"Le Colonial is a must-do every time I come home to Chicago. The food prep and presentation are outstanding, as is the gracious service," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

Lula Cafe - 4.9 ★

2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago

Lula Cafe is a contemporary American restaurant that serves seasonal farm-to-table dishes.

"We've dined here many times, and we keep coming back because the food is consistently excellent and the service is always great," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

Mon Ami Gabi - 4.8 ★

2300 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago

Mon Ami Gabi is a French Bistro that is located across from the Lincoln Park Zoo and conservatory.

"It never fails to satisfy. Well executed from the time you’re greeted to the time you leave," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

North Pond - 4.9 ★

2610 N Cannon Dr, Chicago

North Pond serves American and French-style food in a rotating six-course tasting menu built around local farms and seasonal harvests.

"The food was nothing less than outstanding. Each dish had complex flavors and amazing presentation. The wine pairing was a perfect addition as well. Highly recommend, especially for a quiet, cozy, romantic evening," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

PIZZ'AMICI - 4.8 ★

1215 W Grand Ave, Chicago

PIZZ'AMICI is a famed pizzeria that serves Chicago thin-crust pizza and classic American Italian dishes.

"The way the pizza crust melted in your mouth was amazing. We had a half pepperoni and half sausage pizza and a slice from each just tasted different in its own good way," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

RL Restaurant - 4.8 ★

115 E Chicago Ave, Chicago

Located next to the Ralph Lauren Chicago flagship store, RL Restaurant offers classic American cuisine inspired by Ralph Lauren's personal favorites.

"Every time we have been here, it has been so memorable. The setting is gorgeous. The service was impeccable - welcoming, attentive, gracious. And the food… I dream about the lobster roll," one reviewer said on OpenTable.

Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna - 4.8 ★

531 N Wells St, Chicago

Zarella is a neighborhood pizzeria and tavern that serves artisan pizzas and classic Italian favorites.

"Truly perfected tavern-style pizza. Service was great, and the homemade ice cream in the sundae for dessert was delicious," one reviewer said on OpenTable.