The 10 Best Chicago Restaurant Week Recommendations For 2024

My top 10 Chicago Restaurant Week picks for the best deals – make your reservations now! 

It’s that time again… time to get your reservations for Chicago Restaurant Week!!! Even though the best deals don’t start until January 20th, I like to get this post of Chicago Restaurant Week recommendations up early, because there are a LOT of options and it can be hard to get into some of the restaurants participating, especially if their Restaurant Week menus are particularly great.

Of course you could always look through the entire master list yourself, but trust me – it takes a while! As a less overwhelming alternative, I’ve parsed through all of that for you to come up with what I think are the best options. 

It’s important to keep in mind that not all multi course meals offered are the best deal – and, especially at some of my favorite restaurants, it can be better to just order off of the regular menu. To determine if it’s worth the trip during this 17 day time period, I usually look to see if their “famous dish” is included, or look to see if their menu features special dishes that you can’t normally get at their restaurant. (I love when that happens!)

Chicago Restaurant Week

What is Chicago Restaurant Week?

For 17 years, Chicago Restaurant Week has been an opportunity for people to experience special pre fixe menus from hundreds of restaurants throughout the city. I especially love it because a lot of the participating restaurants are quite expensive the rest of the year, but Restaurant Week brings it down to a much more affordable price range that more diners can enjoy!

All menus are just $25 for brunch and lunch, and $42 and/or $59 for dinner excluding beverages, tax, and gratuity. Some restaurants also offer the flexibility of experiencing Chicago Restaurant Week through dine-in and takeout/delivery options, too!

When is Chicago Restaurant Week?

Chicago Restaurant Week will be going on from January 19 – February 4, 2024. I recommend getting your reservations as soon as possible though, as restaurants can book up fast during this time period. Most reservations can be made on Open Table or Resy, but you can always call the restaurant directly, too!

Where can I find the special menus?

Most restaurants have their Chicago Restaurant Week menus on their websites, but if you can’t find it there, you can easily use to the search bar on Choose Chicago’s master list. They have uploaded all of the special menus so you can easily see the food choices and prices.

My Top 10 Chicago Restaurant Week Recommendations

1. Aba

3 course dinner + drink for $59
It can be hard to get a reservation at this West Loop hotspot, so snag one if you see it!

2. Andros Taverna

4 course brunch for $25
4 course dinner for $59
We went here a few times last year and it is absolutely delicious.

3. Coda di Volpe

3 course lunch for $25 
4 course dinner for $59
This is one of the most underrated Italian spots in the city. My favorite mafaldine dish isn’t on this menu but everything else still looks great!

4. Daisies

4 course dinner for $59
This has been high on our list since our friends RAVED about their experience there – I can’t wait to try it!

5. Duck Duck Goat

Family style brunch for $25
Family style dinner for $59
If you’ve never been to Duck Duck Goat, this is a really fun way to try a bunch of different dishes.

6. Mon Ami Gabi

2 course brunch for $25
3 course dinner for $59
Adam and I went here for Restaurant Week a few years ago and their escargot is delicious!

7. Monteverde

4 course family style dinner for $59
I finally went here with friends last the summer and WOWZA. So good.

8. Rose Mary

3 course dinner for $59
If you’re a Top Chef fan, Rose Mary is a must.

9. Sushi by Bou – West Loop

12 course omakase dinner for $59
We went here over the summer and had the best time. Such a fun experience!

10. Virtue Restaurant

3 course dinner for $59
This Hyde Park restaurant is one of the most highly regarded Black owned restaurants in Chicago.

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Did I leave out any of your favorites in this list of Chicago Restaurant Week recommendations?

Also, let me know what reservations you’re making – I’d love to know!!

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