Best Upscale spots in Chicago

25 vibe-matched restaurants and bars in Chicago, with real-time table availability.

  1. Bavette's Bar & Boeuf

    Fine Dining · Chicago

    A moody, romantic Chicago steakhouse with a fine-dining backbone, where low-key indulgence, confident service, and a timeless supper-club aura invite lingering dinners for two.

  2. Caspian Kabab Fine Persian Cuisine

    Middle Eastern · Chicago

    Upscale yet casual Middle Eastern restaurant in Chicago offering Persian-inspired dishes in a refined, welcoming setting.

  3. Chicago Chop House

    Steak House · Chicago

    Chicago steakhouse that blends upscale service with a casual, late-night-friendly atmosphere, focusing on classic cuts and an evening-oriented dining rhythm.

  4. Chicago Cut Steakhouse

    Steak House · Chicago

    An upscale yet casual Chicago steakhouse that caters to romantic dinners and late-night meals, known for a polished dining room and attentive service.

  5. Eddie V’s Prime Seafood and Steaks

    Seafood · Chicago

    Eddie V’s Prime Seafood and Steaks pairs seafood and steak offerings in Chicago with an upscale, romantic tone that remains comfortable enough for casual special-occasion dinners.

  6. Elske

    American · Chicago

    Modern, restrained American restaurant with a soft, thoughtful mood and service calibrated for lingering, offering design-forward intimacy that's warm and easy to love.

  7. Gibson's Bar & Steakhouse

    American · Chicago

    Classic Chicago steakhouse and bar that balances casual swagger with a lively late-night scene, drawing night owls who want city character and a final chapter.

  8. Gilt Bar

    Bar · Chicago

    An upscale, lively Chicago bar with outdoor seating that draws an evening crowd for cocktails and socializing in a polished setting.

  9. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

    Steak · Chicago

    Classic Chicago steak and seafood house that reads as polished and romantic, offering unhurried service and a celebratory atmosphere that elevates even an ordinary evening.

  10. Kinzie Chophouse

    Steak House · Chicago

    A Chicago steakhouse that pairs classic polish with relaxed outdoor seating, offering a dependable, comfortable spot to linger over conversation when the evening finally turns warm.

  11. Maple & Ash

    American · Chicago

    In Chicago, Maple & Ash blends casual American dishes with an upscale touch, creating lively evenings and elevated flavors.

  12. Mastro's Steakhouse

    Steak House · Chicago

    Steakhouse in Chicago marrying casual warmth with upscale, romantic touches, offering a polished menu suited to date nights and special dinners.

  13. NAHA

    Middle Eastern · Chicago

    Balances casual and upscale tones for romantic Middle Eastern dining in Chicago, presenting a polished yet comfortable experience.

  14. Omakase Yume

    Japanese · Chicago

    17 course tasting menu

  15. Oriole

    American · Chicago

    Refined yet warmly inviting American spot that favors a serene, considered cadence and attentive service, ideal for intimate, slow-paced date nights.

  16. Osteria Via Stato

    Italian · Chicago

    Italian osteria in Chicago blending casual warmth with an upscale, romantic feel, appropriate for celebratory dinners or intimate nights out.

  17. Pierrot Gourmet at The Peninsula

    European · Chicago

    European dining at The Peninsula in Chicago that balances casual comfort with upscale service, fitting for refined meals in a hotel setting.

  18. Prime & Provisions

    Steak House · Chicago

    This Chicago steakhouse balances casual comfort with an upscale feel, offering classic steakhouse fare and a polished atmosphere for dinners and special occasions.

  19. RPM Italian

    Italian · Chicago

    It presents Italian cooking in Chicago with a mix of casual and upscale touches, attracting a trendy crowd for dinner and drinks.

  20. Smyth

    New American · Chicago

    Special-occasion New American restaurant pairing romantic ambiance with unhurried, attentive service, ideal for two when the meal is meant to feel momentous.

  21. Swift & Sons

    Seafood · Chicago

    Seafood-focused spot in Chicago that balances casual comfort with upscale touches, serving coastal-driven dishes in a relaxed yet refined setting.

  22. Temporis

    American · Chicago

    An American restaurant in Chicago that balances casual comfort with romantic, upscale touches, suitable for relaxed dinners and more intimate occasions.

  23. Topolobampo

    Mexican · Chicago

    An elegant take on upscale Mexican in Chicago that balances polish and ease, offering refined hospitality and a quietly romantic room suited to meaningful, unhurried evenings.

  24. Travelle Kitchen + Bar

    American · Chicago

    Contemporary American kitchen and bar in Chicago combining casual comfort with upscale touches and late-night service for relaxed dinners and drinks.

  25. Tzuco

    Mexican · Chicago

    Mexican restaurant

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