Our Guide to Chicago
Chicago is home to 53 of the most reservation-worthy destinations on MyRSVP, including Prysm, Girl & the Goat, Vito & Nick's Pizzeria. From sought-after restaurants to world-class DJs, daytime pool scenes to late-night clubs, our hosts have Chicago covered across every part of your trip.
Our concierge desk partners directly with venue management to confirm tables, dress codes, and special requests before you arrive. Whether you're planning a bachelor party, milestone birthday, high-stakes client dinner, or a spontaneous Saturday with friends, our hosts handle every detail.
Categories in Chicago
Top venues in Chicago
- Prysm · Three zones and a 20-by-20 LED wall, Prysm Chicago at full volume!
- Girl & the Goat · Stephanie Izard's James Beard kitchen anchors West Randolph in the West Loop.
- Vito & Nick's Pizzeria · South Side tavern-thin institution slinging square-cut sausage pizza since 1946
- Pizzeria Uno · The 1943 River North birthplace of Chicago deep-dish pizza.
- Spacca Napoli Pizzeria · Ravenswood's wood-fired Neapolitan benchmark, ranked among the world's best pizzas
- Pizano's Pizza & Pasta · Malnati-lineage deep dish and Oprah's favorite thin crust on State Street
- Robert's Pizza & Dough Company · Streeterville waterfront thin-crust pies from a two-decade 'Za Dough' recipe
- Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna · Boka's wood-fired pizzeria and Italian taverna in River North
- RPM Italian · RPM Restaurants' 2012 flagship pasta concept, still a River North power room.
- Maple & Ash · Gold Coast's wood-fired party-steakhouse from two-star chef Danny Grant.
- Shaw's Crab House · River North's Michelin-recommended crab house and coast-to-coast raw bar
- Frontera Grill · Rick Bayless's Bib Gourmand River North regional Mexican institution since 1987
- Sepia · Chef-driven Chicago icon worth a dedicated evening, not a pit stop.
- Aba · Fulton Market's heated Mediterranean rooftop with skyline views and fire pits
- Duck Duck Goat · Stephanie Izard's playful Fulton Market Chinese-American slap noodle house
- Nonnina · From-scratch River North Italian built on housemade grandmother pastas
- Topolobampo · Rick Bayless's refined River North Mexican, starred for 15 years running
- Swift & Sons · Boka Group's Michelin-listed Fulton Market steakhouse, home of the Beef Wellington.
- RPM Steak · Studio K's dark-wood, leather-banquette steakhouse from the RPM team.
- Rose Mary · Top Chef winner Joe Flamm's Adriatic drinking food in Fulton Market
- Bavette's Steakhouse · Old-school River North steakhouse on West Kinzie, Bavette's.
- Joy District · Sports parlor, two-floor club, rooftop in River North at Joy District!
- Oriole · A hidden West Loop room where French and Japanese technique meet
- The Publican · Michelin-recommended Fulton Market beer hall built on oysters, pork and beer.
- avec · The West Loop wine bar that launched Chicago's small-plates craze in 2003.
Complete directory · every Chicago venue on MyRSVP
Chicago guides & editorial
Chicago · FAQ
What's the best night to go out in Chicago?
Fridays and Saturdays are peak in Chicago, but specific venues are best on specific nights. The MyRSVP concierge can match the right night to your group's vibe · high-energy mainstage, more intimate lounge, or a low-key dinner-and-drinks evening.
How do I reserve a VIP table in Chicago?
Submit a reservation request on any venue page, or message a MyRSVP host directly. Every booking is human-confirmed within 24 hours, with table location, bottle minimum, and dress code clarified upfront.
What's the dress code in Chicago nightclubs and restaurants?
Chicago nightlife generally expects upscale or smart-casual attire · collared shirts, dress shoes, cocktail-appropriate for women. Specific codes vary by venue; your MyRSVP host confirms each one before you arrive.
What's the typical bottle service minimum in Chicago?
Bottle minimums in Chicago range widely based on venue, night, and table location. Premium tables on Fridays and Saturdays at top-tier venues run highest; mid-week and lower-tier rooms are more accessible.
How early should I arrive in Chicago?
Restaurants: arrive on time for your reservation. Nightclubs: 30–60 minutes after open is ideal · earlier means waiting on the room to fill, later risks missing the headlining DJ.
Plan a Chicago trip
Build a curated itinerary for Chicago, concierge-confirmed within 24 hours.