Best Business Lunch Restaurants in West Loop (60607)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Monteverde
In-house pastificio with handmade pasta made to order by James Beard-winning chef
Essential Picks
#1
Monteverde
9.3
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
James Beard Award-winning Chef Sarah Grueneberg's handmade pasta destination where sheets are rolled, cut, and hung to dry in the open pastificio. Her signature cacio whey pepe and seasonal tortellini exemplify the tipica and atipica Italian traditions that have made this West Loop gem a MICHELIN-recognized institution since 2015.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cacio Whey Pepe, Pork Shank Ragu alla Napoletana, Stuffed Cabbage with Porcini Bolognese
What makes it special: In-house pastificio with handmade pasta made to order by James Beard-winning chef
Notable Picks
8.7
Stephanie Izard’s flagship packs a constantly busy dining room with shareable New American plates and a strong wine and cocktail program. The menu leans bold and playful, making it an all-purpose spot for groups, dates, and out-of-town visitors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wood oven roasted pig face with sunny side egg, Goat empanadas with bright sauces, Sautéed green beans with fish sauce vinaigrette
What makes it special: High-energy pioneer of Randolph Street’s small-plates scene with big, gutsy flavors.
#3
The Publican
8.5
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Trendy Table Hotspots
The Publican is a beer-focused hall where farmhouse-style pork, seafood, and bread anchor communal tables. It has evolved into a long-running West Loop fixture for big groups, hearty shared plates, and serious Belgian-leaning beer lists.
Must-Try Dishes:
Publican farm chicken with frites, Charcuterie and cheese board, Crispy pork rinds
What makes it special: Beer hall–style room where pork, seafood, and beer share top billing.
8.5
Taqueria Chingón’s Fulton Market home turns out chef-driven Mexico City–inspired tacos on housemade tortillas in a compact, high-energy space. Locals line up for trompo al pastor, duck carnitas, and rotating specials that have earned the shop attention from the Michelin Guide and national food press.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor taco, Duck carnitas taco, Shrimp gobernador taco
What makes it special: Inventive, chef-led tacos on housemade tortillas with Michelin recognition.
8.0
Beatrix functions as the West Loop’s all-day café for coffee-first breakfasts and lighter, health-leaning business lunches. The menu covers everything from grain bowls and salads to more indulgent sandwiches, so mixed dietary needs are easy to accommodate at one table. It’s polished enough for a casual client meeting but relaxed enough for working solo at the bar.
Must-Try Dishes:
Enlightened Caesar salad, Prime cheeseburger, Chilaquiles verde at brunch
What makes it special: All-day cafe-restaurant hybrid balancing lighter dishes with familiar comfort plates.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Time Out Market Chicago brings a cluster of top local vendors under one roof, making it an easy pick when your group can’t agree on cuisine. It’s more casual and energetic than a seated restaurant, but the mix of communal tables and smaller nooks can still work for informal business lunches or team outings. Everyone orders from different counters, then regroups with drinks in the central seating area.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mott Burger from Mini Mott, Duck Inn Dogs Chicago-Style Hot Dog, QXY Dumplings Soup Dumplings
What makes it special: Editorially curated food hall with multiple top Chicago vendors and a dog-friendly patio.
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
This counter-serve Italian deli operated from Formento's kitchen delivers hot subs and Sicilian-style slices for West Loop's grab-and-go crowd. The 'What The?' sandwich layers crispy fried eggplant with chicken, serrano chiles, and sweet-spicy mayo, while Nonna's branded retail items bring the flavors home.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Parmesan Sub, What The? Sandwich, Sicilian Pizza Slice
What makes it special: Formento's kitchen quality in grab-and-go format with retail products