Best Girls Night Out Restaurants in Lincoln Square
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
XOchimilco Mexican Restaurant
Family-run Mexican restaurant pairing hearty plates with a cocktail-focused dining room.
Notable Picks
XOchimilco is a family-owned Ravenswood spot known for its polished dining room, strong margaritas, and a menu that runs from chilaquiles and enchiladas to house steaks. Locals treat it as a neighborhood go-to for sit-down dinners and special-occasion brunches that still feel relaxed.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pollo en mole, Chilaquiles verdes, XO steak
What Makes it Special: Family-run Mexican restaurant pairing hearty plates with a cocktail-focused dining room.
8.6
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
A Lincoln Square French bistro with a classic, comfort-forward menu and a patio-first dining rhythm that locals treat like a special-occasion default. The kitchen shines most in the traditional lanes—onion soup, escargot, steak frites, and slow-cooked staples—where execution stays steady without trying to reinvent the format.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soupe à l’Oignon Gratinée, Steak frites, Beef bourguignon
What Makes it Special: A long-running Lincoln Square French bistro built around classic dishes and a patio-driven vibe.
#3
The Warbler
8.5
A Lincoln Square neighborhood favorite that lands in a contemporary American lane with comfort-forward starters and pastas that reward ordering like a regular. The kitchen’s strengths show best when you build a meal around one craveable appetizer and one pasta centerpiece instead of scattering across the menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mushroom soup, Korean-style chicken wings, Whipped ricotta
What Makes it Special: A modern neighborhood bistro with standout soups, wings, and pastas.
8.2
An Argentine steakhouse built around a moody room, cocktails, and a menu that leans into grilled beef, empanadas, and classic sides. It works best as a celebration dinner—go steak-forward, add one starter, and finish with something sweet.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bife de chorizo, Empanadas, Flan
What Makes it Special: Argentine steaks and cocktails in a nightlife-leaning dining room.
Worthy Picks
#5
The Getaway
7.8
A Lincoln Square cocktail bar designed for the after-work slide—cleanly made house cocktails, straightforward pricing, and a room that’s easy to settle into. Happy hour is strongest when you order one house cocktail and one snack early, then decide if you’re staying for the late-night energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
House cocktail (happy hour), Draft beer, Beer-and-shot combo
What Makes it Special: A happy-hour-friendly cocktail bar with clear deals and an easy hang.
7.6
A rooftop deck above Farm Bar that leans into margaritas, small Tex-Mex plates, and a hangout-first setup where the sunset does some of the heavy lifting. The experience is strongest when you treat it like drinks-and-snacks: pick one or two shareables, stay mobile, and let the roof be the point.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy margarita, Taco trio (barbacoa, carnitas, or chicken tinga), Elotes
What Makes it Special: A big, airy rooftop built for margaritas, snacks, and lingering at sunset.
7.6
A waffles-and-eggs brunch menu with a modern edge—sweet builds, savory plates, and a cocktail-leaning vibe in a newer Lincoln Square setup. It works best when you pick one waffle signature or one savory entrée and keep the table focused instead of ordering every variation.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature waffle (sweet build), Omelet (salmon/cream-cheese style), Brunch cocktail
What Makes it Special: Waffle-forward brunch with a cocktail-bar energy in Lincoln Square.