Best Date Night Steakhouse Restaurants in Avondale & North Center (60618)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Mirabella Italian Cuisine & Bar
Italian steakhouse energy with big pastas, steaks, and old-school hospitality.
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Vibes:
Birthday & Celebration Central
Comfort Food Classics
Date Night Magic
Group Dining Gatherings
Mirabella is an old-school Italian steakhouse in Irving Park where broiled steaks share the spotlight with pastas and classic seafood. Couples use it as a neighborhood alternative to downtown steakhouses, with strong cocktails, generous portions, and a warm, clubby room that leans more comfortable than flashy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Linguine with clams (white sauce), Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and shrimp, Tiramisu
What makes it special: Italian steakhouse energy with big pastas, steaks, and old-school hospitality.
8.1
Tierra y Fuego is a Mexican steakhouse in Irving Park where live-fire ribeyes, arrachera, and filet mignon share the menu with seafood and playful cocktails. The space leans warm and lively, making it a natural pick for date nights that want both serious steaks and Latin-inspired energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bone-In Ribeye, Always Arrachera Skirt Steak, Filet Mignon 8 oz
What makes it special: Mexican steakhouse marrying live-fire cuts with inventive cocktails and sides.
8.0
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Group Dining Gatherings
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North Center Prime is a modern neighborhood steakhouse opened in 2025, focused on hand-cut steaks, seafood, and a serious cocktail program in a polished, fine-dining room. It reads like a classic Chicago steakhouse built for date nights and celebrations without leaving the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tomahawk Ribeye, Steak Tartare, Oysters Rockefeller
What makes it special: Neighborhood chophouse focused on prime steaks without downtown prices.