Chicago Restaurants

Romantic

1. Geja's Cafe

Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

To celebrate my 200th review on Yelp, I am writing about the wonderful experience I had at Geja's (pronounced "GAY-HAS").  Every month, my husband and I plan a romantic Date Night that is just a bit...

2. Le Colonial

Neighborhood: Near North Side

feeling. Think dark wood and white linens accented with big green plants, orchids, candlelight--very romantic. There are two levels. The upstairs is a little more romantic, and quieter. Downstairs...

3. Il Mulino New York

Neighborhood: Near North Side

and crannies in rooms, this place is totally cute. I came here with the bf for a romantic dinner and we were seated in an alcove on the second floor. I loved the decor - intimate, and Italian without...

4. Pars Cove Restaurant

I really like this little hideout. Not many romantic places in this city...not this kind of romantic...dinner here includes a quiet atmosphere, a burning fireplace, and a red rose. Of course you can...

5. Tutto Italiano

Neighborhood: The Loop

The risotto and baked ravioli are to die for. I recommend dining in the attached rail car, it's cozy and romantic. When I was there (it was a Tuesday night and the place was pretty empty), the people...

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Wine Selection

1. Pastoral

Neighborhood: The Loop

".  Pastoral offers a great selection of cheeses, wines, and breads.  They also have very knowledgeable staff that can tell you what to pair with what and what different regions have to offer regarding...

2. Tru

Neighborhood: Near North Side

served in a shot glass so no wine! 12 Greek Yogurt, Honey, Grape,Frozen Mint Julep. 20006 Banyuls Coume Del Mas Nice light sweet ending to a wonderful meal! 13. A surprise selection of wonderful...

3. Alinea

Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

bottles) were all good, though not remarkable.  The sommelier hinted as much when he mentioned that the wine was selected to complement the food, not dominate it.    Like the touristy dorks we are, we...

4. Charlie Trotter's

Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

a Riesling served BEFORE a bone-dry Montrachet!  They offer a mind-boggling array of wines that included a grand selection of small house champagnes at "reasonable" prices.  I'm old fashioned when...

5. Avec

Neighborhood: Near West Side

I'm not a Chicago restaurant regular, but this place was a real nice classy place. Wine selection was superb and the tapas hit the spot for something light. The service was near perfect as they came...

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