River North Restaurants Guide

Before an exciting night out in River North, grab a complimentary beverage at our laid-back Double Cross Lounge featuring local craft beer and artisan wine to help set the stage for an epic evening of eating.

Start the day off with freshly brewed coffee, chilled juices, and a fine assortment of pastries, cereal, yogurt, cheese, and fresh fruit in the comfort of your room.

River North is home to one of the densest, most competitive, and most delicious dining scenes in the country. There are well over a hundred great spots within a mile of Kinzie Hotel, and, frankly, you can't go wrong with any of them.

Located next door to Kinzie Hotel, Public House is part gastropub, part corner tavern, and part sports bar.

Behold Chicago's one-stop destination for all things Italian. Located on Chicago's Mag Mile, the 63,000 sq. ft. complex features wine shops, Italian grocers, six restaurants, kitchen stores, cafes, and gift shops.

Situated on the Chicago River in Marina City and River North and just around the corner from the Kinzie, Smith & Wollensky provides the ultimate Chicago steakhouse experience. Enjoy an over-the-top dining experience featuring USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, premium seafood, and award-winning wine lists, all served with unparalleled hospitality. The large spaces offer picturesque views of the Chicago River, Riverwalk and skyline from the outdoor patio, spacious dining room and lower level grill/lounge as well as a variety of upscale private event spaces with state-of-the-art A/V and flexible layouts.

Take Out and Delivery are always available

Smith & Wollensky Hours:

• Monday through Thursday: 11:30am–10:00pm
• Friday and Saturday: 11:30am–10:00pm
• Sunday: 11:30am–10:00pm

318 N State Street | Three Minute Walk from Kinzie Hotel

While Chicago build its culinary identity on pork and beef, the city also boasts a number of world-class seafood restaurants.

Located across the street from Kinzie Hotel, Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse offers an undeniably Chicago experience.

No discussion of Chicago food is complete without mention of the Rick Bayless. For over 30 years, his refined, soulful, and authentic Mexican fare has pushed the boundaries of flavor in Chicago.

Chicagoans have strong opinions and unwavering allegiances when it comes to deep dish pizza, and the Kinzie Hotel team just can't decide upon a single favorite. 

There's no shortage of spectacular steakhouses in River North. We certainly love the creativity relative newcomers like Bavette's, Chicago Cut, and RPM Steak, but nothing can replicate the unmistakable old school charm of Gene & Georgetti's Restaurant.

Cheese, swine, and wine is the ethos of the Magnificent Mile's Purple Pig. A living homage to the communal experience of the Italian dinner table, the Purple Pig specializes in snout to tail fare, house-cured meats, farm-to-table antipasti, and approachable European wines.

Since its earliest days, Chicago has been a town that enjoys a well-deserved libation. As a city, we've come a long way from the bootlegging days of Prohibition, evolving into one of the country's premier craft beer and cocktail destinations.

Tucked away in the tropical catacombs beneath the bustling River North nightlife scene, Three Dots and a Dash introduced a creative tiki vibe to Chicago's cocktail culture.

We get it. You don't actually need an excuse to pop a few bottles of champagne, treat yourself to some oysters, caviar, and cheese, and see where the day takes you.

Live honky tonk? Check. Hot chicken and house smoked American barbecue? Check. A carefully curated menu of sweet, sweet bourbon? Check.

Perfect for a romantic night out, the sleek, dimly-lit Gilt Bar specializes in contemporary American fare, craft cocktails, and decadent desserts.

Brimming with character and the nostalgic charm of a good Irish pub, Fadó provides the perfect retreat from the modern, vibrant energy of River North.

Nostalgia runs deep at River North's Headquarters Beercade.

For an epic craft beer selection, head to Howells & Hood on Chicago's Mag Mile. With 119 unique beers across 360 taps, Howells & Hood boast one of the city's most impressive beer programs.