Chicago's Best Proposal Spot 2008

A pre-theater crowd flocks to this contemporary Italian restaurant across from the LaSalle Bank Theatre.

Reviews:

• “Really enjoyed the experiance!”
• “Great Service and Quality Food”
• “Great Place to Go !”
• “Take me to the Loop for Dinner”
• “Very Poor Service and Dining Experience”

Tips: Boasting more than 1,100 selections and 40,000 bottles, the award-winning wine list boasts more than 100 options less than $30.

Vivere or email Vivere

A stunning view draws tourists and locals alike to this restaurant atop the Hancock.

Reviews:

• “amazing view”
• “Amazing Restaurant, Alright Food”
• “outsanding”
• “Poor service, very rude…”
• “one of the best restaurants in chicago "

Tips: Head to the Signature Lounge for a drink instead—the view is just as good.

Signature Room at the 95th

A sensuous scene and Eurasian-chic cuisine take Chicago’s fashionable foodies by storm.

Reviews:

• “Yikes”
• “Don’t beleive the hype”
• “Overall, Simply Average”
• “Extremely bad service for a food that can be found in other places in Chicago”
• “Worst “fine dinning” experience ever!!!!!!!!!!!"

Tips: Arrive early for your reservation to enjoy the mood-setting lounge or terrace.

Japonais or email Japonais

Sleek River North hot spot reels in a polished crowd with fresh seafood and a stylish scene.

Reviews:

• “Avoid this restaurant”
• “Really Good Food!”
• “Worst place for a dinner program in Chicago!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pharma reps stear clear!!!!!!”
• “Blue Water Grill”
• “Great Restaurant – Great Food!”

Tips: Tuesday through Saturday, there is live jazz in the upstairs bar.

Blue Water Grill

The Omni Hotel’s signature restaurant combines stellar service and adventurous dining with an elegant Magnificent Mile atmosphere.

Reviews:

• “Disappointing Experience "
• “Great food, drink and service”
• “#1 worst restaurant”
• “Best kept secret!”

Tips: Despite the address, you can’t enter the restaurant from Michigan Avenue. Go to the Omni Hotel entrance on Huron and take the elevator to the fourth floor.

676 Restaurant & Bar

This romantic fondue hideaway is the perfect place to pop the question.

Reviews:

• “Perfect for couples”
• “My favorite restaurant when I visit chicago!”
• “So Cozy and Romantic…”
• “One of my favorite restaurants in Chicago!”
• “I go to restaurants so someone else will cook my food!!”

Tips: Live guitar music is featured every night; come on Monday or Wednesday to hear flamenco guitarist Ted Richine, who has been serenading Geja’s customers for more than 20 years.

Geja’s Cafe

Tasting menus—-created by Alinea vet Curtis Duffy—-carry the torch at this Peninsula hotel dining room.

Reviews:

• “Friendly Service; Deliciously Interesting Food”
• “Incredible dining experience (but you are going to pay big time)”
• “The best restaurant there is”
• “Interactive dining at it’s best”
• “My best meal in Chicago”

Tips: Validated hotel parking is $18; note if the restaurant adds it to your check, or you may pay twice.

Avenues or email Avenues

Rustic charm and reliable, reasonably priced bistro classics lure the faithful to this River North mainstay.

Reviews:

• “Simply Fabulous”
• “Outstanding!”
• “Very friendly and great food”
• “Awful french food experience.”
• “Great off-the-beaten-path spot”

Tips: Free valet parking in the evenings is a gracious commodity in this booming neighborhood.

KiKi’s Bistro or email KiKi’s Bistro

Fine Italian food served in luxurious comfort with a view of Lake Michigan.

Reviews:

• “Great place to show someone they’re special to you”
• “Exemplary service, Outstanding food, Wonderful atmosphere, Reasonable parking fee”
• “A Dieter’s Dream- 1 bite Portion Control….all for only $285.00!!!!!”
• “Average dining experience…honest review”
• “BEST MEAL OF MY LIFE”

Tips: Spiaggia will validate parking for the adjacent garage at 100 East Walton St. ($12 for up to three hours).

Spiaggia