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Lively Bars & Restaurants in River North

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Ramen-San Lincoln Park
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Ramen-San Lincoln Park

High energy — casual & trendy atmosphere with great crowd

Bustling, modern ramen shop for quick bowls and shared bites in Lincoln Park.

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River North
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MR. KIMCHI KOREAN BBQ RANDHURST
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MR. KIMCHI KOREAN BBQ RANDHURST

High energy — casual & lively atmosphere with great crowd

High-energy Korean BBQ in Randhurst Village built for hands-on group feasts.

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River North
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Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!
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Lil' Ba-Ba-Reeba!

High energy — lively & trendy atmosphere with great crowd

Buzzing River North tapas spot for shareable Spanish plates and long, lively dinners.

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River North
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Maharaj Indian Grill Restaurant & Banquet
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Maharaj Indian Grill Restaurant & Banquet

High energy — casual & group-friendly atmosphere with great crowd

Popular suburban Indian grill with banquet-ready dining for big celebrations and family feasts.

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River North
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Chicago Galbi House
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Chicago Galbi House

High energy — casual & lively atmosphere with great crowd

Buzzy Korean BBQ with tabletop grilling and a kalbi-focused menu in Buffalo Grove.

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River North
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Doc B's Restaurant (River North)
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Doc B's Restaurant (River North)

High energy — casual & lively atmosphere with great crowd

Buzzy River North comfort-food spot for polished, easygoing dinners and drinks.

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River North
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The Northman Beer & Cider Garden on the Riverwalk
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The Northman Beer & Cider Garden on the Riverwalk

High energy — casual & lively atmosphere with great crowd

Riverwalk beer-and-cider garden for sunny pints and riverfront people-watching.

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River North
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Bàrbaro Taqueria
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Bàrbaro Taqueria

High energy — casual & lively atmosphere with great crowd

Modern Chicago taqueria for tacos, margaritas, and a lively weeknight bite.

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River North
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Lizzano Focacceria & Spritzeria
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Lizzano Focacceria & Spritzeria

High energy — casual & trendy atmosphere with great crowd

River North focaccia-and-spritz spot for an easy Italian aperitivo vibe.

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River North
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Beatrix
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Beatrix

High energy — casual & trendy atmosphere with great crowd

River North all-day café for lattes, brunch, and a buzzy midday recharge.

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River North
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COTE Korean Steakhouse
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COTE Korean Steakhouse

High energy — upscale & trendy atmosphere with great crowd

High-glam Korean steakhouse with tabletop grills and a celebratory, buzzing dining room.

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River North
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Chalet
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Chalet

High energy — lively & trendy atmosphere with great crowd

High-energy River North bar for late-night drinks with a party-minded crowd.

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River North
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