Best Luxury Dining Elite Restaurants in Little Italy
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
EL Ideas
A Michelin-starred, reservation-only tasting experience built around playful, experimental cooking.
Essential Picks
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EL Ideas
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A reservation-only tasting-menu room that leans playful and experimental, with a Michelin-star pedigree and a tightly paced, chef-driven flow. The experience is built around surprise and technique, with enough warmth and humor to keep it from feeling precious. Best for diners who want a full evening rather than an à la carte meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
EL Boxcar (bone-in beef rib with signature BBQ sauce), Half Chicken (smoked, BBQ-basted), Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese
What makes it special: A Michelin-starred, reservation-only tasting experience built around playful, experimental cooking.
Notable Picks
On the eleventh floor of Nobu Hotel Chicago, this rooftop lounge serves Nobu-style Japanese and Peruvian plates with sweeping views over Restaurant Row. Guests use it for cocktails, light bites, and sushi in a polished room that feels more like an upscale lounge than a full dinner destination.
Must-Try Dishes:
Yellowtail Jalapeno, Wagyu Sliders, Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
What makes it special: Nobu-branded rooftop lounge marrying skyline views with signature Japanese plates.