Restaurants

Cafe Spiaggia
980 N. Michigan Avel, Level 2
312.280-2750
www.cafespiaggia.com
Inspired by one of the world’s most beautifully painted rooms – the “Camera Degli Sposi” in Mantua, Italy. Cafe Spiaggia recreates these famous 15th Century frescos and contrasts them with contemporary Italian furnishings, table settings and art. The atmosphere provides the perfect setting for Chef Partner tony Mantuano’s traditional Italian cuisine.
Daily 11:30am – 2:30pm and 5:30pm – 9:00pm
Cards accepted: All Major

Carmine’s
1043 N. Rush Street
312.988.7676
www.rosebudrestaurants.com
Carmine’s invites you to experience an unforgettable meal made with authentic Italian recipes passed down from generation to generation. A true cosmopolitan hangout, Carmine’s offers live entertainment, an extensive bar and an outdoor cafe that is the place to see and be seen from sun up to sun down. Whether dining al fresco or inside the elegant two-level dining room, even the most demanding taste buds will be overjoyed by Carmine’s impressive menu selections. Signature dishes include clams and oysters on the half shell, steaks and chops grilled to perfection, melt-in-your-mouth veal and chicken dishes, and of course generous portions of award-winning pastas. From the moment you are seated and served, you’ll understand why Carmine’s is packed with food afficionados every night of the week.
Open: Mon-Thurs. 11am – 11pm; Fri-Sat. 11am-midnight; Sun. 11am-10pm
Cards accepted: AE, DS, MC, V, Diners

Gibson’s Steakhouse and Bar
1028 North Rush Street
312.266.8999
www.gibsonssteakhouse.com
Cards accepted: AE, MC, Visa, Diners

Hugo’s Frog Bar
1024 North Rush Street
312.640.0999
www.hugosfrogbar.com
Dedication to customer service and commitment to excellence sets Hugo’s Frog Bar apart from others. Specializing in fresh seafood, there is also a fine collection of prime steaks. Crab cakes and frog legs are neighborhood favorites and four seafood daily specials add to the superb everyday menu. Don’t miss the bar, which serves the full Hugo’s menu. Enjoy Chicago’s finest blues pianist – performing nightly from 5pm – 1am.
Bar open daily: 3pm – 2am
Dining room open daily: 5pm – 1am
Cards accepted: All Major

Le Colonial
937 North Rush Street
312.255.0088
www.lecolonialchicago.com
Transporting guests to another time and place, Le Colonial vividly recaptures the beauty, romance and spirit of French Colonial Southeast Asia from the 1920′s. Developed by successful restaurateurs Rick Wahistedt and Jean Goutal, Le Colonial is situated in the heart of Chicago’s esteemed Gold Coast in a charming two story vintage row house. Designed by Greg Jordar, Le Colonial is heralded for its offering of two distinct atmospheres under one roof. A 90 seat dining room in on the first level, which is adorned with handsome, louvered shutters, comfortable tightly-woven rattan chairs, lush potted palms ad tropical banana trees, and slow moving ceiling fans. A seductive bar/lounge on the second floor includes an enclosed terrace overlooking the bustle of Rush Street.
Open: Mon. 11:30am – Midnight; Tue.,Wed. 11:30 – 1am; Thurs. – Sat. 11:30am – 2am; Sun. 11:30am – 11:30pm
Cards accepted: all Major

Luxbar
18 E. Bellevue Place
312.642.3400
www.luxbar.com
Cards accepted: AE, MC, Visa, Diners

Sarahs’s Pastries and Candies
70 East Oak Street
312.644.6223
www.sarahscandies.com
info@sarahscandies.com
Sarah’s Pastries & Candies
Take a break from shopping and visit this quaint pastry shop for freshly made baked goods like chocolate-raspberry brioche, famous black & white cupcakes and fudge brownies, handmade chocolate candies, freshly-squeezed lemonade, and delicious coffee drinks. Cozy up inside the shop or at the outside café during the warm months, and you’ll leave fully rejuvenated. And remember that they ship gift baskets world-wide, make award-winning wedding cakes, and almost any specialty cake imaginable. Don’t forget to look for them on Food Network Challenge.
Open: Mon. – Sat. 8am – 6pm, Sun. 10am – 6pm
Cards accepted: All Major

Spiaggia Restaurant
980 N. Michigan Ave, Level 2
312.280.2750
www.spiaggiarestaurant.com
Spiaggia, Chicago’s only 4-star Italian restaurant, synonymous with Italian elegance since 1984, has earned a national reputation for excellence. James Beard award-winning chef Tony Mantuano’s contemporary italian cuisine, accompanied by an award winning wine list and professional yet highly personalized service in an opulent setting, makes Spiaggia one of the fines luxury dining experiences in the country.
Open: Sun. 6:00pm – 9:00pm; Mon.-Thurs 6:00pm – 9:30pm; Fri.-Sat. 5:30pm – 10:30 pm
Cards accepted: All Major

Tavern on Rush
1031 North Rush Street
312.664.9600
www.stefanirestaurants.com
This thriving Gold Coast restaurant is a contemporary American Steakhouse located at the corner of Rush and Bellevue. The grand two-story establishment includes a lively Tavern on the first floor, featuring a sprawling bar with multi-level seating for guests to mingle late into the evening. The spacious second floor dining room includes a magnificent open kitchen and floor-to-ceiling windows, which open to charming balconies during the summer. Guests will enjoy an extensive menu of classic American fare, including steaks, chops, fresh fish, wood burning pizzas, and pastas and other daily specials, all prepared by Executive Chef Joe Roireau. Tavern On Rush is the brainchild of general partners Phil Stefani and Marty Gutilla
Open: Every day 11m – 2am
Cards accepted: All Major